Dog Boarding in Downtown, Charlottesville, VA
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1. Paula C.
“Paula was amazing. I came in from out of town and arrived extremely late. She was very accommodating. I had no doubt that Caesar was in good hands.”
2. Jesse & Emily H.
“Jesse and Emily were fantastic with Kimber. Great communication with me and all the love and spoiling for Kimber. I love how they made her part of their family for the long weekend!”
3. Svitlana F.
“This was Lady's first sleep over with Svitlana, and although Lady is only 4 years old, she is deaf, and Svitlana does a great job of making her feel at home. We are very thankful to have found such a welcoming and safe place for Lady when we are away.”
4. Hillary D.
“Hillary is a great sitter. A dog lover, she was so engaged and involved with our 2 Goldens during the week they stayed with her and her family. She sent multiple pictures, videos, and texts every day. The dogs were in great shape when we picked them up and it was clear that that they had been very well cared for. It is so comforting to know that your beloved pets are in good hands and Hillary exudes that type of confidence in her care. We are empty nesters and could tell from the videos and pics that the dogs loved playing with her children. I highly recommend Hillary!”
5. Penny H.
“Penny and her husband were so great with Winston. She kept me updated throughout his stay and he was very happy when I arrived to pick him up after my trip. He also got along with her dogs as well which is great! Will not hesitate to book again!”
6. Hallie B.
“Hallie was incredibly caring and kind to my dog. She took him outside to play, and their cute backyard was perfect for him. She kept me updated the entire time. If I return to VA, I will definitely leave my dog with them again.”
7. Jessica L.
“Jessica, James and Morty were wonderful hosts for Winston. They were welcoming and responsive. I knew Winnie was in great hands while we were away!”
8. Katina M.
“We boarded our pup at Katina & Cheryl’s for a long weekend, and we’ll definitely be using them again! They were so friendly toward us and diligent about their own pets, which made us very comfortable trusting them with ours. Our pup was well cared-for and seemed to have a blast with them! We also appreciated the updates. Would highly recommend!”
9. Julie N.
“Julie and her family took wonderful care of, spoiled really, our dog Waffles. We are so thankful to have found Julie. We give Julie our highest recommendation for caring for other dogs.”
10. Heather N.
“Heather & her family were a great match for Mía. From the Meet & Greet, to drop off, asking how to best care for her, and pick up…they were responsive, informative, and caring. Thank you!”
11. Mary R.
“Mary and her family are AWESOME! My dog Blue is a very small papillon and can be a little shy at first. Mary and her family did such a wonderful job making Blue feel right at home. She sent tons of super cute photos and updates and her son even brushed little Blue! I know my pup was living it up at her home and I felt so comfortable leaving her there. When I picked Blue up I could tell she really acclimated to being there! Mary’s family has two sweet doggies as well so Blue got some extra doggy socialization while she was there too. I’d recommend Mary and fam in a heartbeat and hope that Blue will be able to stay there again. 10/10 absolutely would recommend!”
12. Sky M.
“S. is the most loving pet owner I have ever known. She is not only an animal lover, but she is extremely knowledgeable about various breeds of every animal. S. is also a very responsible, mature person who takes her obligations seriously and would never let down anyone she has made a commitment to.”
13. Aly B.
“Aly was an excellent pet sitter. She was very communicative and sent lots of photos. Harper had a great week. We would definitely use her again!”
14. Emil F.
“Emil is so helpful when I had to leave Rio for a business trip. He nicely accommodates Rio’s need and Rio is very comfortable under his care. I would not be hesitate to ask help from Emil again for my next business trip.”
15. Brooke L.
“We had a great experience with Brooke! She agreed to watch Zorro for a last minute trip, she was updating us through the day with pictures and videos regarding his stay. She took him on walks and to the dog park as well. Will definitely keep her in mind in the future.”
16. Jani & Paul R.
“Benson loved his stay with Jani and her pups! She sent lots of photos of them playing and took him on long walks. He was exhausted when we got home from all of the fun and he’s a puppy so that’s not easy to do! We would definitely book her again.”
17. Scott S.
“Scott and his family took the best care of Bonsai. I will absolutely book with him again. Scott made sure my dog met his dogs on neutral territory, took time to orient my dog to his home, and is an excellent communicator. You can book with him when he's not watching my dog!”
18. Cory P.
“Cory responded to my frantic request for a sitter after a last minute cancellation. He and his family took really good care of my dog, Rain, sending pictures and updates. I highly recommend them. Very reliable”
19. Caroline D.
“Caroline was great with our dog, and was a really nice person to meet and talk to. I can highly recommend Caroline to anyone looking for someone to care for their pet.”
20. Caitlin M.
“Caitlin gives the best of care, above and beyond! Her daily pictures showed my BonnieBlue was very happily engaged with her or her poodles or other boarding dogs. I left her for 10 days away for the first time. I am very pleased and plan to leave her in Caitlin's care the next time I am away.”
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Dog Boarding FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Downtown on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $45 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 174 sitters provided dog boarding in Downtown. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Downtown dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Downtown have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Downtown.
Rover makes it easy to find Downtown dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 174 dog boarding sitters in Downtown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Downtown, 90% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.