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Catherine J.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 70 reviews
21 repeat clients
60 years of experience
Valparaiso, IN, 46385

“If anyone is looking for a Dog sitter I would highly recommend Catherine! She was absolutely amazing with my puppy Roxy. Her communication with me during Roxy’s entire stay was excellent, never once leaving me in the dark about what was going on or what to expect. I will definitely be using her again in the near future!?”

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Ashley B.
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Nancy & Mark N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 200 reviews
82 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Valpairso, IN, 46385

“We were very anxious boarding the pup for the first time. We did a meet and greet, then a test daycare day - both of those went very well, then we went ahead with the week of boarding. We appreciated the daily updates and pictures. Nancy and Mark took great care of her. The next time we need to her to be taken care of while we are gone, we will definitely be working with Nancy and Mark.”

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Giannina G.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 92 reviews
41 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Miller Beach, IN, 46403

“I have never left my Thor with anyone but my family, but I was happily pleased with Gianniana. I received pictures and my dog was playing and having so much fun. She did a wonderful job of taking care of him and I really appreciate meeting her on Rover.”

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Joy D.
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Shawne S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 92 reviews
34 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Michigan City, IN, 46360

“Shawne was great! She took care of our Winston for us over a long weekend and tolerated the fact he didn't like her kitties so much! He was a bit anxious at her house the first night, and she changed his surroundings and got him settled down for the 2nd night. I appreciate her watching our anxious boy!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christian L.
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Christian L.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Highland, IN, 46322

“Christian was great with my pup! I always feel guilty leaving my pup with others because I know she’s used to a lot of attention and specialized care that I provide, but Christian was able to provide frequent updates and followed all of my extra instructions. Thanks for taking care of my puppy and going above and beyond!!!”

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Monica & Joseph L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 105 reviews
42 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Cedar Lake, IN, 46303

“Monica did a great job. Snowflake was missing her new friends when we got home. Monica gave us regular text and pictures. We will be recommending her to our friends.”

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Heather O.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 22 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Cedar Lake, IN, 46303

“Heather took great care of our girl, Ella, while we were away for a week! She sent daily updates and lots of photos. Heather was very responsive and accommodating and when our flight home was delayed!”

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Brittni M.
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Emmanuela N.
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$50
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20 years of experience
Fox Park, Hobart, IN, 46342

About: I have a wide range of experience with pets: dogs, cats and rodents of all different personalities, ages and sizes. I will keep your pet happy, fed and toileted! At the moment I work from home, so I’m able to be as flexible as needed around your pets schedule, provided at least 2 days notice In the home the dogs and cats are welcome onto the furniture, with the exception of bedroom and kitchen/dining table. I have a large yard that is fenced in all the way around.

Sitter Profile Image: Shanie J.
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Shanie J.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 252 reviews
75 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Valparaiso, IN, 46383

“Shania was very accommodating to my last minute requirements. She provided updates on a regular basis and took a genuine interest in Lucky's stay. I will definitely use her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin M.
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Erin M.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
7 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Valparaiso, IN, 46383

“My dog had a great time with Erin and Eric. He got the luxury treatment, getting to go to the dog park every day! He was exhausted when we brought him home, which was awesome- a tired dog is a happy dog. Thanks so much for taking care of our fur baby!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Tonisa J.
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Tonisa J.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 83 reviews
37 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Calumet Heights, chicago, IL, 60617

“Tonisa was amazing!! This was our first time using the site or having a dog sitter so we were a bit nervous but she made us feel so comfortable leaving our fur baby with her! She even sent us pictures everyday?”

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Eleanor W.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 222 reviews
79 repeat clients
34 years of experience
St. John, IN, 46373

“Eleanor was fantastic! Our aussiedoodle loved staying over and playing/running in their backyard. I would highly recommend booking with Eleanor and will do it again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: E K.
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E K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 400 reviews
187 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Grand Boulevard, Chicago, IL, 60653

“Thank you so much to E for taking such great care of Lumi during his boarding stay! E kept me updated with photos regularly, which really gave me peace of mind. I could truly feel that Lumi was comfortable, safe, and happy in their home. Before boarding, Lumi was still a puppy who wasn’t fully socialized and didn’t really know how to interact politely with other dogs. During his stay, he learned so much about reading other dogs’ cues and playing more appropriately. Seeing such a big improvement in his behavior honestly surprised me in the best way. I’m really grateful for the patience, care, and experience E gave him. Highly recommend!”

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Twanna W.
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$50
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4.5 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South Shore, Chicago, IL, 60649

“If you want complete peace of mind, book Twanna W. immediately! She recently cared for my senior golden retriever pit mix, H'Raka, for four days and treated him like royalty. She made sure he got plenty of exercise, kept me updated with photos and videos, and followed through with my request and bought him his own bed to make sure he was comfortable. H'Raka loved romping with her two boys and came home incredibly happy. Twanna’s generosity and attentiveness are unmatched. I am so grateful for her and will definitely use her services again!”

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Sharon M.
Sitter Profile Image: Candace M.
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Candace M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
9 repeat clients
14 years of experience
South Side, Chicago, IL, 60653

“Candace was a great sitter. She was very good on giving updates daily along with pictures. She took good care of my dog. Definitely will book again in the future if needed.”

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Kara J.
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$75
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30 years of experience
Porter, IN, 46304

About: I've always had pets. I've had a dog every year of my life since I was born. I love their different personalities, breeds and interactions. I currently have 3 of my own, Bentley, Bailey and Scooby-Doo. Each of them is different from the other and I wouldn't change any of them. I am available currently Friday-Sunday. I have pets of my own and we play and exercise together. I love animals so much, I enjoy helping and playing with others. I have a small fenced in area for little dogs, which is where all 3 dogs of mine are. All 3 are playful and friendly.

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Kimberly S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
South Holland, IL, 60473

“Kimberly was great! Helped me out last minute right before a work trip and took great care of my pup. He seemed to really enjoy his time with her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Stacy M.
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Stacy M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Crete, IL, 60417

“Stacy is great! Our little 3 pound Yorkie had a great time and we felt very safe, leaving her in Stacy’s capable hands in her loving home..”

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Alisha C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Gary, IN, 46403

“Alisha was great with our 7 yr old coonhound, Beau!! Highly recommend. We had a situation where we needed to book an overnight boarding last minute and she was extremely accommodating and helpful. Our pup got along great with her and her pets. We could tell he was very comfortable there. She kept us updated throughout his visit, which is always greatly appreciated. We’ll definitely be rebooking when in the area :) thanks Alisha!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley B.
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Ashley B.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 128 reviews
59 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL, 60615

“Our big boy Masai loved staying with Ashley and her beautiful family. They took great care of him. And gave of us photo updates which kept us from wondering about his first overnight stay with someone he'd just met. We will definitely be calling on them again... I can't recommend them enough!”

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Lawrence & Simone L.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Dune Acres is $46

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel watched my dog for a week. She sent daily updates which help keep my mind at ease. She even took her to the park a few times. I'll rebook again without question, thanks for taking care of my girl.

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Adam S.
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Willow and Kevin were amazing! They made drop off and pick up with Teddy a breeze. He was spoiled and well taken care of while we were away! I loved getting photo updates and messages! This was my first time using rover and a last minute booking. Willow was so gracious taking Teddy into her home with Jules and Duke! It eased my mind to know he was getting so much love and attention! I would definitely recommend Willow and would book again! She is so sweet and was so attentive to Teddy's needs. He even got a parting gift complete with a beautiful bow and treats! Thank you Willow and Kevin!

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Amanda M.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Dune Acres is $49 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $37 and $85 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 520 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Dune Acres. 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.

96% of sitters in Dune Acres 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 Dune Acres 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 Dune Acres.

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 Dune Acres. On Rover:

  • 87% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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 Dune Acres 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 IN 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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