Dog Boarding Decatur
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“Georgie had such a great stay with Jaquana and Galaxy. She was very communicative from the start and did such an amazing job at taking care of Georgie! Would love to have her watch him again in the future”
“Kristen and Jason has literally saved me and my partner lives. We travel for work and family started get very impatient with our pup. We now travel with no worries 😌. My pup comes back happy every time!”
“Marissa did a great job watching my weirdo dogs! I was a little nervous at first about how they’d get along with her dog, Zoe, but after a quick pack walk they were all playing happily in the backyard. Zoe is super well-behaved and clearly used to being around other dogs, which made everything go really smoothly. She also sent me a picture and an update during the day, which I really appreciated. My pups came home tired and ready for a nap… a sign of a good day! Highly recommend!”
“Communication with Dana was excellent from the very beginning. Today we picked up Milo and though he was excited to see us he was super calm on the ride home. He looked happy, well fed and very much himself which are all signs that he was cared for well during his stay. I loved the updates we were sent, it gave me a peace of mind especially with this being the first time he’s been away from us for 10 days. Thank you for taking care of him, Dana. We will for sure be using you again.”
“Airica is the best, as always! Gracie gets to go on so many fun adventures when she stays there. Airica takes amazing care of her, makes sure Gracie does all of her training homework, and sends us lovely pictures and updates every day. We’re so grateful for all she does!”
“Maria was amazing!! She kept me updated every day multiple days on how Lenox was doing. She made me feel very comfortable that he was in good hands! I’ll definitely be booking again and referring her. Thank you!”
“I had a somewhat challenging situation when I needed a sitter. I had recently rescued a dog who had been in foster care for a few months but still needed a lot of healing and training. She is very timid and nervous and takes time to trust new people and other dogs, so patience is incredibly important. Unfortunately, I had a work trip scheduled shortly after she arrived and right after her spay surgery, so I needed to find a sitter quickly. Patty knew all of this going in and was still eager to help. Patty was amazing. She was incredibly patient and encouraging with my dog, made thoughtful accommodations when she needed them, and kept me updated with multiple videos and texts throughout the day. It meant a lot to see how attentive and caring she was while I was away. Over time, my dog warmed up to her, started playing with the other dogs, and even enjoyed cuddling on the couch with Patty. Given how timid she can be, that progress says everything about the environment Patty creates. Patty was also very accommodating with my schedule and allowed me to add additional days to the stay. Knowing my dog was in good hands made that decision easy. I highly recommend Patty for both daytime care and overnight boarding. She truly loves dogs and clearly knows what she’s doing.”
“It is our second time leaving Leia with Javier and Christina and we will continue to use their services. They are caring and take good care of her. She enjoys their fenced backyard and the walks.”
“Jennifer was so friendly and flexible! She took great care of my pup and sent so many updates and pictures. My dog came home refreshed from her vacation rather than drained — Jennifer treated my dog like her own and it showed ❤️❤️”
“Kelsi watched my cat for over a week and I knew my cat was well taken care of. Kelsi is an animal lover and my cat was very comfortable staying with her. I would definitely book with her again.”
“My dog loves staying with Erin. I love her schedule with the dogs, giving him lots of active time. She has great behavioral instincts so i've never had to worry about bad interactions with other dogs. Highly recommended.”
“Jeremy did a great job with my Cane Corso! She loves him to death. He kept me updated while I was away with pictures and videos and made sure she was completely comfortable. I would recommend him to anyone no matter the breed! Definitely will be coming back.”
“Alvin was great! I’m planning to book him every time I need a sitter. He provided good, timely updates, made my dog feel like part of the family, and made sure my dog was active. I greatly appreciate him and highly recommend.”
“Corrin is great! My dog ended up getting sick while she was staying with Corrin and she took great care of her! She was also super accommodating when I had a challenge on pick up day. Would definitely book again!”
“Danielle was such a great sitter. She kept me informed throughout the pup’s stay. When I picked up my dog he was so calm which means I know that he enjoyed his time with her. We will definitely be rebooking.”
“Jada makes sure to keep me updated throughout the days she has Blu! Blu loves to cuddle with her and is very comfortable in the environment he is put in. She is a wonderful sitter and takes care of Blu very well!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Decatur is $45
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Decatur
We had such a wonderful experience with Casey and Joshua! ❤️ Leaving Nala can be stressful because she’s diabetic and requires several medications throughout the day, but they were incredibly kind, patient, and accommodating with her needs. Casey was more than willing to learn her routine, asked thoughtful questions, and made sure she understood how to care for Nala properly. That meant so much to us. They did an amazing job keeping us updated throughout the weekend, and we could tell that Nala was in loving, caring hands. She seemed to be very well taken care of, and for the first time, I truly felt at ease and at peace leaving her with someone else. You can genuinely tell that Casey and Joshua love dogs and treat them with so much care and attention. We are so happy we found them! It’s not easy finding someone you can trust with a pup who has extra medical needs, and we feel very fortunate to have found such a wonderful couple. We would absolutely book with them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for loving, reliable, and attentive pet sitters! 🐾❤️
Jax was absolutely wonderful with my dogs! They’ve never been cared for by anyone other than my parents, so I was pretty nervous leaving them for 10 days. One of my dogs can be a little feisty and challenging, so finding someone I felt comfortable leaving them with was especially important to me. Jax did such a great job making both dogs feel comfortable, safe, and loved, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She also sent lots of updates and photos, and I really appreciated being able to see how they were doing. It meant so much to know they were in good hands and being cared for so well. I’m incredibly grateful to Jax and would absolutely trust her with my dogs again. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter who is patient, caring, and genuinely wonderful with their pets! ❤️
Ericka is quite wonderful - she watched our frenchie Cosmo while my wife and were out of town for a long weekend. Her place is perfect for dogs and she has an awesome fenced-in back yard. She sent great updates every day with hilarious pictures and videos. She took excellent care of our little gremlin and was very mindful of his outdoor time in the heat, which we really appreciated. We highly recommend Ericka to watch anyone’s pet, and we hope she can watch Cosmo again in the future if she’ll have him (even though he’s worthless when it comes to helping out with the yard work, ha!).
Samantha and her pup were so inviting that my Laney felt right at home as soon as she arrived. It was the first time I have left her with a sitter that she wasn’t stressed out upon arrival. She had a great time with Samantha and was well cared for. She will definitely be going back. Thank you!!
Sarah was great! She took wonderful care of our dogs while we were away, and it was so nice knowing they were in good hands. She was easy to communicate with, dependable, and made the whole experience stress-free. We came home to happy pups! We really appreciate her and would definitely have her watch our dogs again!
This was our first experience boarding our mini Bernadoodle, Alfi. From the initial meet and greet we felt Alfi would be in good hands and have an environment like home - no crate, large yard to run in, and plenty of pets. We received updates a few times a day and saw him playing, chilling, and just overall loving his new friends. Alfi will definitely board with Josh in the future.
Kristen was awesome with our little fur baby. We were a little bit nervous as this is the longest stay we’ve ever booked on rover, but Kristen did a great job making sure Gypsy felt at home. She shared regular updates and photos about how Gypsy was settling in and that allowed us to be at ease and enjoy our honeymoon. I would definitely book Kristen again!
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Decatur is $41 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $67 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of November 2026, there are 3,829 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Decatur. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
95% of sitters in Decatur can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Decatur home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Decatur.
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Decatur. On Rover:
- 87% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
You and your Decatur sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in GA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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