Dog Boarding Dorchester
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“Alyssa was great! Very responsive and friendly, sent plenty of updates and pictures, and my dog looked very happy and at home while under her care. Highly recommend!”
“Julia is great! Very kind, worked with me well- kept me informed and sent lots of pictures and stories of my dog while I was gone on vacation. I’ll definitely have her sit my dog again!”
“Joshua is a great sitter for our anxious Coco. His place is very clean, soothing, and peaceful. He is great with our fur baby, sending updates and pictures. We will not hesitate to use him again in the future.”
“Overall a good experience. My Charlie Came back happy and loving. Thanks for the daily updates and pictures. I also appreciate all of his dishes coming back clean and ready to go for the next meal. Thank you again for taking care of our pup-pup.”
“Mary Anne is the best! She immediately makes you feel comfortable upon arrival. She has a great backyard for your puppies to play. Her knowledge and experience with puppies will make you feel at ease. 100% recommend!”
“Kathy was great! She gave daily updates and followed the care instructions completely. Cosmo had a great time and was well taken care by Kathy. Highly recommend her for your pet needs!”
“Nadra was phenomenal! My dog felt so at home with Nadra. She sent photos on a daily base. She kept me updated every step of the way. I high recommend Nadra as a doggy sitter. I will most definitely call her again soon.”
“Michelle was great with my Boxer Scarlett. Had to go out of town unexpectedly and my dog has never spent the night away and she is 4 yrs old . From pickup to updates and her understanding my Scarlett may have some anxiety separation I knew I didn’t have to worry . I will definitely use Michelle again my pup most certainly loved her .”
“Great experience for taking care of Zoie, who is elder and somewhat needy girl. We are new to area abd glad we found nice Family to dogsit Z. Thank you for your patience and picture updates!”
About: 🐾 Looking for loving, reliable care for your pup? I’d love to help! Whether you need overnight care, walks, or playtime, your dog will be treated like family in our home. Just a 1 dog household. ( 8 pound dog that thinks he is 89 pounds) Chief Tail Wagger, Oliver, is always on duty, so your pup must be comfortable and enjoy the company of other dogs. Send me a message to see if we’d be a great fit for your furry family member! 🐶❤️ I work from home Tuesdays and Fridays and I am home most weekends unless I am traveling. I have a flexible schedule and your pet will remain active. I follow the clients instructions as far as feedings , if they need extra love and attention , which they would get anyway…regular snuggles are necessary. All dogs are in the bed and on the couch unless they have a preference and would rather sleep elsewhere. It’s the dogs world and we are just living in it. The dogs will go on regular walks and the pavement will be tested if too hot. I have a grass yard to walk around in. If there are any medications. I am an expert! I have given every type of medication to my pets.
“We were so happy with the care that was given to our pup by Lila. He is an elderly dog and she was so kind and thoughtful to his needs. Added bonus…our guy made a new friend with her pup. We would highly recommend Lila and hope to use her services in the future!”
“Tucker enjoyed his stay very much. In fact he was more reluctant to leave than we would like to admit LOL. Kimmy and Dylan were very loving and gracious hosts and we will definitely be using them again.”
“They took such good care of our pooch who enjoyed her stay and had comfy places to snuggle. They were also very communicative and flexible and we appreciate the pictures. Thank you!”
“Sassy had a wonderful time staying with John and Faith while we were out of town. They were so loving and attentive and spoiled her rotten the way we do! I love that! They sent lots of pictures while we were away to keep us updated on how she was doing. I highly recommend and I will definitely be using them again in the future.”
About: I have had dogs and cats since I was little allowing me to care for different pets at all ages. I have had Dachshunds and a Mini Australian Shepherd giving me the chance to learn how to best care for dogs of different temperaments. I love and am able to cater to pets of all ages and their needs!! I am attending MUSC for SLP school so I am only able to help pet parents Downtown unless able to drop off at my house. I am available around my class and work schedule during the week. I do not have an exact schedule yet but will try my best to be flexible! I will give your pets lots of attention and love. I know it’s hard for pets when they anre away from home so I will try to stick to their usual schedule as much as possible. I will treat them like they are my own pets!!
About: Our family raised and cared for our 15 year old Miniature Schnauzer baby until she recently passed the rainbow bridge. We have opened our home to puppies and adult dogs since her passing and have loved spoiling all of the babies big and small, young and old! I work from home and am able to provide constant love and attention to your babies inside the home. I also am extremely flexible and can come visit your babies at the times you request in your home and spend time with them outside or out of their crate. I have a fenced back yard and a neighborhood with sidewalks where I can walk with your babies if you want them to stay with me. If you choose to keep your baby at your home I will make sure they have love, exercise and time outside of their crate.
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Dorchester
Jenn took such good care of Sydney, our second time booking her and she's fantastic. She sent pictures and regular updates throughout, which we really appreciated. Sydney came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. Jenn is so good with dogs, we never worry for a second when Sydney's with her.
This was our first time boarding our dog, and wanted to make sure she was at ease while we were out of town since she's older. Hill was great with her and kept us updated throughout the weekend. Easy to book and we will definitely reach out to him again next time we travel!
Julia was so great and communicative while we were away, and she sent pics of our dog daily! They have a wonderful property for dogs, and our boy came back home completely tuckered out in the best way. Love that he got to play with so many other dogs too! Would definitely recommend Julia.
Had a great experience with Amelia and Tyler. They were so understanding and flexible when it came to drop off and pick up times and we so appreciated it. They sent photos daily and I did not worry about Darcy being in their care at all. I would definitely rebook with them again.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
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.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Dorchester home-away-from-home, 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 Dorchester.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Dorchester 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 , 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 .
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 SC 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.
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