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Top rated Downtown dog boarders

“Thank you Cynthia for another great weekend of caring for Saint! I have such peace of mind when my dog stays with Cynthia. I do not hesitate to book her when I need dog boarding!”


“Gabriela is the best! She comes highly recommended and we had already used her services for walks. So we jumped at the chance to send our pup to her for a multi-day boarding stay when we were headed out of town. She was amazing; sending us tons of updates, pics, and was very flexible on pickup/drop-off logistics. Most importantly she took such good care of our pup! We will absolutely use Gabriela again and so should you!”


“My pup Rogan loves staying with Alli and her family. They are so attentive to his needs and it's clear that he feels right at home. And Alli always sends pictures and updates to let me know how he's doing. I highly recommend Alli!”


“Zuleirys was amazing with Charlie! Very responsive and easy to talk to, and I know Charlie had a great time with her. I would definitely leave Charlie with her again!”


“Abigail did a great job caring for my dog over the 4th of July weekend. I was able to relax knowing my dog was in good hands. As a bonus my pup had a great time playing with sweet Stella. Abigail was easy to coordinate with, gave regular updates and also was very knowledgeable about dog play styles/dog behavior. Highly recommend!”


“Ndidika did an amazing job taking care of Jessi! I felt completely confident that Jessi was in good hands throughout my trip abroad. Ndidika sent thoughtful daily updates and clearly paid close attention to Jessi’s preferences. She even took time to watch squirrels with Jessi on their walks—one of Jessi’s favorite activities. Since Jessi doesn’t open up easily to new people, I’m so happy to have found such a sensitive, responsible, and trustworthy sitter. I will definitely book with Ndidika again in the future!”


“Anne Marie took such great care of Danny, she was patient and kind to him as a senior dog and just loved on him! I will definitely be asking Anne Marie to care for him again when I need it.”


“Sky was amazing with my senior dog! From the moment we did the meet and greet with her own gentle, friendly dogs, I knew my pup was in good hands. Sky took extra time to understand my dog’s special needs, asking thoughtful questions about her routine, health, and comfort. As an older dog owner, I appreciated how attentive and patient she was, making sure my dog felt safe and well cared for. The daily photo and video updates were a wonderful reassurance, and it was clear my dog was happy and relaxed. I can’t recommend Sky enough, especially for those with senior pets who need that extra bit of care and attention!”


“We could not have had a better experience with Ashton! She was communicative, flexible, and accommodating as we planned a pre-boarding meet and greet and coordinated pick up and drop off times for the weekend. Wilson had a built in friend with her dog, Rui, and he came home happy and tuckered out! We’ll absolutely be using Ashton’s services again. Thank you so much, Ashton!”


“Absolutely perfect!”


“Nina did a great job watching my dog Lenny! She went out of her way to drop my dog off so he wouldn’t have to walk in the rain. Her dog Ricky is a sweetheart!”


“Christine was great! She watched my beagle for a long weekend and she was reliable, sent updates, and has a great home for dogs with a nice fenced in yard. I'd definitely bring Serenity back there again.”


“Briana was spectacular with Frasier while I was abroad! She sent me tons of photos to put me at ease, communicated regularly, and coordinated with my sister for his pick up and drop off. Frasier also loved her pup and cat as well, which made it an even healthier environment for him with great company and lots of love. Strongly recommend Briana and have already booked her again!”


“Roshni was incredibly accommodating and very responsive to all our requests. She took time out of her day to meet us and learn about our dog. In addition she provided updates throughout the day along with pictures, giving us great comfort that our dog was well taken care of”


“Katherine was amazing! Our dog warmed up to her immediately and came home happy and tired. Katherine sent lots of pictures and kept us updated throughout the stay. Would definitely recommend her!”



“Rachel could not have been better. Went above and beyond in caring for our 2 year old cat. Plenty of pictures and videos and great communication. Would definitely recommend.”


“I had an outstanding experience with Rachel! From the moment we first connected, she was professional, warm, and incredibly attentive to my dog's needs. Rachel went above and beyond to make sure my dog felt comfortable and loved while I was away. She provided regular updates, including photos and little notes about their day, which really put my mind at ease. It was clear my dog adored her and was in great hands. When I picked him up, he was happy, relaxed, and well cared for—everything I could have hoped for! I can’t recommend Jennifer highly enough. If you’re looking for someone who treats your pet like family, she’s the perfect sitter. I’ll definitely be booking her again in the future!”


“Jenna sent the best photos of Milo. She was so sweet and took really good care of my furbaby. I am thankful for her and her husband’s patience with my high energy dog. 5 out of 5 stars.”


“Mowgli had a wonderful stay with Leonard and Kathryn. He was well taken care of and we were provided updates every day. I would highly recommend having your best friend stay with them.”


“Johanna was awesome! She was super communicative and easy going. I know Louis loved staying with her and Panda, and I would absolutely have her watch him again.”

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Cynthia H.Star Sitter

“Thank you Cynthia for another great weekend of caring for Saint! I have such peace of mind when my dog stays with Cynthia. I do not hesitate to book her when I need dog boarding!”


Gabriela P.Star Sitter

“Gabriela is the best! She comes highly recommended and we had already used her services for walks. So we jumped at the chance to send our pup to her for a multi-day boarding stay when we were headed out of town. She was amazing; sending us tons of updates, pics, and was very flexible on pickup/drop-off logistics. Most importantly she took such good care of our pup! We will absolutely use Gabriela again and so should you!”


Alli M.Star Sitter

“My pup Rogan loves staying with Alli and her family. They are so attentive to his needs and it's clear that he feels right at home. And Alli always sends pictures and updates to let me know how he's doing. I highly recommend Alli!”


Zuleirys S.


“Zuleirys was amazing with Charlie! Very responsive and easy to talk to, and I know Charlie had a great time with her. I would definitely leave Charlie with her again!”


Abigail S.

“Abigail did a great job caring for my dog over the 4th of July weekend. I was able to relax knowing my dog was in good hands. As a bonus my pup had a great time playing with sweet Stella. Abigail was easy to coordinate with, gave regular updates and also was very knowledgeable about dog play styles/dog behavior. Highly recommend!”


Ndidika I.Star Sitter

“Ndidika did an amazing job taking care of Jessi! I felt completely confident that Jessi was in good hands throughout my trip abroad. Ndidika sent thoughtful daily updates and clearly paid close attention to Jessi’s preferences. She even took time to watch squirrels with Jessi on their walks—one of Jessi’s favorite activities. Since Jessi doesn’t open up easily to new people, I’m so happy to have found such a sensitive, responsible, and trustworthy sitter. I will definitely book with Ndidika again in the future!”


Anne Marie V.Star Sitter

“Anne Marie took such great care of Danny, she was patient and kind to him as a senior dog and just loved on him! I will definitely be asking Anne Marie to care for him again when I need it.”


Sky G.Star Sitter

“Sky was amazing with my senior dog! From the moment we did the meet and greet with her own gentle, friendly dogs, I knew my pup was in good hands. Sky took extra time to understand my dog’s special needs, asking thoughtful questions about her routine, health, and comfort. As an older dog owner, I appreciated how attentive and patient she was, making sure my dog felt safe and well cared for. The daily photo and video updates were a wonderful reassurance, and it was clear my dog was happy and relaxed. I can’t recommend Sky enough, especially for those with senior pets who need that extra bit of care and attention!”


Ashton M.Star Sitter

“We could not have had a better experience with Ashton! She was communicative, flexible, and accommodating as we planned a pre-boarding meet and greet and coordinated pick up and drop off times for the weekend. Wilson had a built in friend with her dog, Rui, and he came home happy and tuckered out! We’ll absolutely be using Ashton’s services again. Thank you so much, Ashton!”


Monica G.

“Absolutely perfect!”


Nina C.
Star Sitter


“Nina did a great job watching my dog Lenny! She went out of her way to drop my dog off so he wouldn’t have to walk in the rain. Her dog Ricky is a sweetheart!”


Christine J.

“Christine was great! She watched my beagle for a long weekend and she was reliable, sent updates, and has a great home for dogs with a nice fenced in yard. I'd definitely bring Serenity back there again.”


Briana W.Star Sitter

“Briana was spectacular with Frasier while I was abroad! She sent me tons of photos to put me at ease, communicated regularly, and coordinated with my sister for his pick up and drop off. Frasier also loved her pup and cat as well, which made it an even healthier environment for him with great company and lots of love. Strongly recommend Briana and have already booked her again!”


Roshni D.Star Sitter

“Roshni was incredibly accommodating and very responsive to all our requests. She took time out of her day to meet us and learn about our dog. In addition she provided updates throughout the day along with pictures, giving us great comfort that our dog was well taken care of”


Katherine R.

“Katherine was amazing! Our dog warmed up to her immediately and came home happy and tired. Katherine sent lots of pictures and kept us updated throughout the stay. Would definitely recommend her!”




Rachel Ramone D.Star Sitter

“Rachel could not have been better. Went above and beyond in caring for our 2 year old cat. Plenty of pictures and videos and great communication. Would definitely recommend.”


Rachel I.

“I had an outstanding experience with Rachel! From the moment we first connected, she was professional, warm, and incredibly attentive to my dog's needs. Rachel went above and beyond to make sure my dog felt comfortable and loved while I was away. She provided regular updates, including photos and little notes about their day, which really put my mind at ease. It was clear my dog adored her and was in great hands. When I picked him up, he was happy, relaxed, and well cared for—everything I could have hoped for! I can’t recommend Jennifer highly enough. If you’re looking for someone who treats your pet like family, she’s the perfect sitter. I’ll definitely be booking her again in the future!”


Jenna G.Star Sitter

“Jenna sent the best photos of Milo. She was so sweet and took really good care of my furbaby. I am thankful for her and her husband’s patience with my high energy dog. 5 out of 5 stars.”


Leonard & Kathryn J.Star Sitter

“Mowgli had a wonderful stay with Leonard and Kathryn. He was well taken care of and we were provided updates every day. I would highly recommend having your best friend stay with them.”


Johanna B.Star Sitter

“Johanna was awesome! She was super communicative and easy going. I know Louis loved staying with her and Panda, and I would absolutely have her watch him again.”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 70% of Downtown dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
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.
