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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.

“We left our five-month-old puppy with Sofiya while we were out of the country for 12 days, and she made it so easy for us. She has such a calm demeanor, and I felt comfortable that she could handle whatever might happen while we were gone. She provided daily updates as well.”



“Rachel is very responsive when I reach out to her for taking care of my Bruno. I really appreciate that she replies to my last minute requests for dog boarding. She always keeps me updated on a daily basis with pictures of Bruno. When I pick up Bruno, I find that he has been well cared for. I will always ping Rachel first whenever we has have to leave our fur baby behind.”


“Thank you Leah for taking such amazing care of Callie again! We missed her so much but knew she was going to be well taken care of by you. You always send the cutest pictures which reassures us she is doing well. I appreciate your quick responses. Thank you for providing a welcoming home for Callie to stay in while we are away. We will see you soon for our next stay that we’ve already booked 😁.”


“Luna was visibly happy when I saw her after her first full day with Jaynee! Jaynee provided us with plenty of information and photos of Luna’s stay and would recommend Jaynee to others!”


“I really want to compliment and thank Jen for the outstanding job she did watching my dog, Pumpkin. I had never left Pumpkin with anyone but family before so I was one very nervous doggy mama. Jen’s patient, calm demeanor, and very thorough knowledge of pet care and behavior was comforting. We did a meet and greet prior to the stay and Jen asked me a lot of questions about Pumpkins behaviors and habits. I found it very reassuring that she actually wanted to know about my dog. I am back home with Pumpkin now. Pumpkin was happy and well cared for. I would highly recommend Jen and will definitely use her in the future. Thanks, Jen, for a wonderful experience for both Pumpkin and myself!”


“Antonio took great care of my dog! My dog was very skeptical when I first dropped him off, but Antonio and his family stayed with it and made him feel right at home! They took him on lots of walks and he was dead tired when I picked him up! I will totally use Antonio as my go-to person for watching my pets! Highly recommend!”


“Megha and her husband were awesome. Absolutely no complaints. Very professional and communicative. They have a beautiful backyard for your dog to roam. They gave my senior dog lots of attention and sent many updates with pictures as soon as I left my dog there. I found that extremely comforting because I’ve never left my dog with strangers before. They also let my dog roam around so I never worried that he would be stuck in a crate somewhere. I know my little guy was very comfortable and I would definitely bring Rascal back!”


“Queenie & Yu-Chieh took such a great care of Perry, they did extraordinary, I could see Perry very very happy from the pictures they sent us, they always kept me posted, sending videos and pictures. I would take Perry again with them, we’re so thankful.”


“Xuhui is definitely the best sitter I have ever met! She took excellent care of my dog, Honey, and sent me photos and videos every day, updating me on how Honey ate, played, and went about her day. I watched Honey go from being nervous in a new environment to feeling completely comfortable there. Xuhui walked her, played with her, and even shared her homemade dog food—broccoli, carrot, and chicken—with her.”


“Stella was in great hands with John. He sent frequent updates and took care of her regimented diet without a hitch. He was observant, attentive, and very responsible in his caretaking.”


“Michael and Kris took the best care of our fur son, Bohdi! They sent pictures and updates throughout the day to let us know how he was doing. It allowed my husband and I to relax on our trip knowing he was having fun and getting all the love from them! When we picked him up, he didn’t want to go 🤣 We will definitely use Michael and Kris in the future, 10/10 recommend!”


“Angelina was extremely communicative giving us many pictures of our dog ensuring us he was always safe and having fun. We appreciate how passion she had in taking care of our dog. Her house is well fenced, and not really possible for a dog to get loose. We definitely will go back to her again!”



“Ezra is a thoughtful caretaker. She screened our dogs carefully before accepting our reservation, even offering to take them for a few hours just to see if the one would do ok in her busy, dog-filled home. Fortunately, it all worked out and we were able to leave our pair in her care for several days. She sent updates regularly, keeping us abreast of their adjustment and progress. We appreciated her concern for our dog's well-being and for the extra effort she made work with our fur baby.”


“Excellent!!! Our Fur-child Zoe was absolutely at home with Melissa & Hyun Dong . They are definitely two genuine animal lovers who they go out of their way to provide excellent care , comfort & lots of love to our fur-kids. Zoe was absolutely comfortable and very happy and thoroughly pampered by Melissa & Hyun Dong. We are absolutely delighted to have found our Zoe’s second home away from home with Melissa & Hyun Dong. Thank you.”


“Brandon was such a great dog sitter. He took the time to get to know our dog and his behaviors and gave us updates on his stay. He was flexible and responsive to our texts. When we picked up our dog he was happy and calm. I could tell he took good care of him and took him out for regular walk. You can rest assured your pet will be in good hands with Brandon. He’s an all around good dude. I highly recommend him!”


“Incredible Experience with Yifei! Highly Recommend! This was my first time using Rover, and I was honestly a bit nervous, especially since it was all very last-minute. But Yifei completely put my mind at ease. From the very first moment, she was incredibly kind, patient, and flexible—she was able to fit us in and even allowed us to pick up our puppy, Katsu, in the early morning, which was a huge help! Yifei kept me updated with pictures throughout the day, and it was so comforting to see Katsu so happy and engaged. Usually, my puppy is a bit hesitant with new people, but when he first met Yifei, he didn’t even look back at me! I could tell he felt completely safe and at ease with her, and I think he was probably having so much fun with the other dogs that he didn’t want to come home! On top of all that, Yifei was super easy to communicate with when Katsu accidentally left behind some of his things. She was quick to respond and made the whole process so smooth. I cannot recommend Yifei enough! She’s an absolute gem, and I felt 100% confident that my 10-month-old puppy was in great hands. If you're looking for a kind, reliable, and wonderful sitter, look no further—Yifei is your person!”


“I highly recommend Mary! She made me feel so at ease when she watched my fur baby while I was out of the country for a week. I haven’t felt like my girl was in such good hands with previous sitters, and I’ve been through many. Mary was understanding and accommodating for my dog’s individual needs (anxious and needy) and made her feel so comfortable. I was updated with frequent updates and photos/videos that melted my heart. I truly felt like I could enjoy my vacation without any worries. Your dog will be in a warm, caring and loving family home with Mary. ❤️🙏🏽”


“Alma is a very good pet sitter. She watched my dog for one week. She was very kind and took my dog for walks. She talked to me every day when I sent her messages. She also sent me pictures and videos of my dog. Our plane got in very late, but Alma was happy to work with our times. She is a nice person and a good pet sitter.”

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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.


Sofiya K.

“We left our five-month-old puppy with Sofiya while we were out of the country for 12 days, and she made it so easy for us. She has such a calm demeanor, and I felt comfortable that she could handle whatever might happen while we were gone. She provided daily updates as well.”




Rachel C.

“Rachel is very responsive when I reach out to her for taking care of my Bruno. I really appreciate that she replies to my last minute requests for dog boarding. She always keeps me updated on a daily basis with pictures of Bruno. When I pick up Bruno, I find that he has been well cared for. I will always ping Rachel first whenever we has have to leave our fur baby behind.”


Leah F.

“Thank you Leah for taking such amazing care of Callie again! We missed her so much but knew she was going to be well taken care of by you. You always send the cutest pictures which reassures us she is doing well. I appreciate your quick responses. Thank you for providing a welcoming home for Callie to stay in while we are away. We will see you soon for our next stay that we’ve already booked 😁.”


Jaynee B.

“Luna was visibly happy when I saw her after her first full day with Jaynee! Jaynee provided us with plenty of information and photos of Luna’s stay and would recommend Jaynee to others!”


Jen O.

“I really want to compliment and thank Jen for the outstanding job she did watching my dog, Pumpkin. I had never left Pumpkin with anyone but family before so I was one very nervous doggy mama. Jen’s patient, calm demeanor, and very thorough knowledge of pet care and behavior was comforting. We did a meet and greet prior to the stay and Jen asked me a lot of questions about Pumpkins behaviors and habits. I found it very reassuring that she actually wanted to know about my dog. I am back home with Pumpkin now. Pumpkin was happy and well cared for. I would highly recommend Jen and will definitely use her in the future. Thanks, Jen, for a wonderful experience for both Pumpkin and myself!”


Antonio N.

“Antonio took great care of my dog! My dog was very skeptical when I first dropped him off, but Antonio and his family stayed with it and made him feel right at home! They took him on lots of walks and he was dead tired when I picked him up! I will totally use Antonio as my go-to person for watching my pets! Highly recommend!”


Megha K.

“Megha and her husband were awesome. Absolutely no complaints. Very professional and communicative. They have a beautiful backyard for your dog to roam. They gave my senior dog lots of attention and sent many updates with pictures as soon as I left my dog there. I found that extremely comforting because I’ve never left my dog with strangers before. They also let my dog roam around so I never worried that he would be stuck in a crate somewhere. I know my little guy was very comfortable and I would definitely bring Rascal back!”


Queenie & Yu-Chieh H.

“Queenie & Yu-Chieh took such a great care of Perry, they did extraordinary, I could see Perry very very happy from the pictures they sent us, they always kept me posted, sending videos and pictures. I would take Perry again with them, we’re so thankful.”


Xiuhui H.

“Xuhui is definitely the best sitter I have ever met! She took excellent care of my dog, Honey, and sent me photos and videos every day, updating me on how Honey ate, played, and went about her day. I watched Honey go from being nervous in a new environment to feeling completely comfortable there. Xuhui walked her, played with her, and even shared her homemade dog food—broccoli, carrot, and chicken—with her.”


John W.

“Stella was in great hands with John. He sent frequent updates and took care of her regimented diet without a hitch. He was observant, attentive, and very responsible in his caretaking.”




Tansie I.

“Thanks for all you do for us and our baby dogs we can’t pay you enough! Tansie and her family are like our family we are lucky to have them <3”


Michael L.

“Michael and Kris took the best care of our fur son, Bohdi! They sent pictures and updates throughout the day to let us know how he was doing. It allowed my husband and I to relax on our trip knowing he was having fun and getting all the love from them! When we picked him up, he didn’t want to go 🤣 We will definitely use Michael and Kris in the future, 10/10 recommend!”


Angelina S.

“Angelina was extremely communicative giving us many pictures of our dog ensuring us he was always safe and having fun. We appreciate how passion she had in taking care of our dog. Her house is well fenced, and not really possible for a dog to get loose. We definitely will go back to her again!”




Ezra V.

“Ezra is a thoughtful caretaker. She screened our dogs carefully before accepting our reservation, even offering to take them for a few hours just to see if the one would do ok in her busy, dog-filled home. Fortunately, it all worked out and we were able to leave our pair in her care for several days. She sent updates regularly, keeping us abreast of their adjustment and progress. We appreciated her concern for our dog's well-being and for the extra effort she made work with our fur baby.”


Ruby G.

“Ruby is so kind and patient with my dog Lobo. She even sends daily photos and she is careful to follow all the directions provided. Thank you Ruby!”


Melissa & Hyun Dong K.

“Excellent!!! Our Fur-child Zoe was absolutely at home with Melissa & Hyun Dong . They are definitely two genuine animal lovers who they go out of their way to provide excellent care , comfort & lots of love to our fur-kids. Zoe was absolutely comfortable and very happy and thoroughly pampered by Melissa & Hyun Dong. We are absolutely delighted to have found our Zoe’s second home away from home with Melissa & Hyun Dong. Thank you.”


brandon c.

“Brandon was such a great dog sitter. He took the time to get to know our dog and his behaviors and gave us updates on his stay. He was flexible and responsive to our texts. When we picked up our dog he was happy and calm. I could tell he took good care of him and took him out for regular walk. You can rest assured your pet will be in good hands with Brandon. He’s an all around good dude. I highly recommend him!”


Yifei X.

“Incredible Experience with Yifei! Highly Recommend! This was my first time using Rover, and I was honestly a bit nervous, especially since it was all very last-minute. But Yifei completely put my mind at ease. From the very first moment, she was incredibly kind, patient, and flexible—she was able to fit us in and even allowed us to pick up our puppy, Katsu, in the early morning, which was a huge help! Yifei kept me updated with pictures throughout the day, and it was so comforting to see Katsu so happy and engaged. Usually, my puppy is a bit hesitant with new people, but when he first met Yifei, he didn’t even look back at me! I could tell he felt completely safe and at ease with her, and I think he was probably having so much fun with the other dogs that he didn’t want to come home! On top of all that, Yifei was super easy to communicate with when Katsu accidentally left behind some of his things. She was quick to respond and made the whole process so smooth. I cannot recommend Yifei enough! She’s an absolute gem, and I felt 100% confident that my 10-month-old puppy was in great hands. If you're looking for a kind, reliable, and wonderful sitter, look no further—Yifei is your person!”


Mary B.

“I highly recommend Mary! She made me feel so at ease when she watched my fur baby while I was out of the country for a week. I haven’t felt like my girl was in such good hands with previous sitters, and I’ve been through many. Mary was understanding and accommodating for my dog’s individual needs (anxious and needy) and made her feel so comfortable. I was updated with frequent updates and photos/videos that melted my heart. I truly felt like I could enjoy my vacation without any worries. Your dog will be in a warm, caring and loving family home with Mary. ❤️🙏🏽”


Alma d.

“Alma is a very good pet sitter. She watched my dog for one week. She was very kind and took my dog for walks. She talked to me every day when I sent her messages. She also sent me pictures and videos of my dog. Our plane got in very late, but Alma was happy to work with our times. She is a nice person and a good pet sitter.”
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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available 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
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.
