Dog Boarding in Earlham, IA
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Top rated Earlham dog boarders
“Erin and Chris did an excellent job with our energetic little guy! They provided him with exceptional care and love. They went above and beyond to send us pictures through this stay, also! We would highly recommend them!”
“Gracie loves coming over and Jessica is her favorite! She treats our dog like family and did an awesome job of sending pics almost nightly. She’s always top of our list! ❤️”
“Our two dogs were lucky enough to stay with Sam and her family for a weekend. She is the best! Our dogs loved running around with her dogs in the large fenced yard. She kept us updated with lots of pictures and it was obvious they were being loved! It is such a relief to be able to leave and not worry about your dogs! We will be repeat customers!”
“Cliff did such a great job with our dog. You can tell he really loves dogs and taking great care of them. Cliff even helped us with potty training our puppy along with buying her a gift to play with. Really cared about and cared for our dog. We so appreciate you.”
“Gave my pup a great time with her whole family! He even ate most of his food, which he hasn’t ever done before anywhere else. He’s happy, sleepy, and content after a few nights with them. Thank you Candace!”
“I knew Debora was the right person to care for Cindy when I brought her to Debora's house to introduce the two of them. Debora had taken steps ahead of time to insure that Cindy did not get into an unsafe situation. Debora understands that a healthy cat cannot resist an open door of any kind. Debora let Cindy explore. She recognized Cindy's reactions to this unfamiliar environment. Debora was relaxed and patient. She quickly understood Cindy's personality. Debora was thorough in asking about Cindy's health. Debora is alert to nuances in behavior that may indicate a health issue in a cat. When I picked up Cindy after this her first stay, Debora commented on Cindy's vigorous, even startling, purring. Yes, that is Cindy when she is contented. I am pleased to have found such a fine caregiver for Cindy. I have already booked for two more stays with more coming up. Thank you, Debora!”
“Sherilynn was great! First time using rover and someone non-family watching our dog. With her providing daily updates we were quickly comforted. We will use her again!”
“We did a meet and greet beforehand and Patty sent lots of pictures and updates during her stay. Her communication and professionalism was awesome, and we know Willow had a great time! We moved here not too long ago and it is nice to find a reliable, trustworthy sitter in a new place.”
“Absolutely recommend. She kept us updated on our babies and was always quick to answer when I checked on them. She sent pics of the girls at dogpark and took many pics during the girls visit. She was absolutely amazing!”
“I cannot say enough nice things about Scott! Our Ruby loves staying there! We spent so many years not traveling because we were not comfortable leaving our beloved pup with anyone. Scott changed that! Now when we pick her up she doesn’t want to leave😁”
“Jessica and Scott treated our fur baby like he was one of their own! They were able to squeeze us in for a nine day stay after a different provider was unresponsive. They gave us a helpful list of items to bring and made drop off anxiety free for pup (& mom)! Reese loved being able to play outside all day and to meet new friends. Jessica communicated with us multiple times a day and provided updates on how our boy was doing! We knew he was in great hands every step of the way! We absolutely recommend Jessica and Scott and will be returning customers!”
“Our dogs were so happy with Cary and Lara. They seemed sad to leave their new friends when we got home. We got fun pictures to show us their adventures while we were away, and I could tell they just settled right in. It was a fantastic experience!”
“Elyssa was AMAZING. It was my first time dropping off my doggo with her and she had the best time! My pup has some activity level needs and Elyssa was attentive to monitor those. The pictures and videos of all the fun were so helpful, Millie was absolutely spoiled with all the attention! 10/10 recommend!”
“Our yorkie-poo LOVED Cindy! She was the perfect Rover for him. She spoiled him and treated him as her own fur baby. It was nice having a Rover who focuses her attention on one dog at a time in her home, so we didn’t need to worry about how he would interact with unfamiliar dogs. We felt very confident in her care and trusted her as she is a long term resident in the community. She also sent some cute pictures of our Franklin! Thank you, Cindy! Highly recommend especially for little dogs who need extra attention. We will definitely use Cindy again. 🐕🦺”
“Ben does such a great job caring for Leo! Leo is always excited to go back. Ben has a set schedule, and the dogs follow it like clockwork. Leo’s anxiety is very well-managed now, too!”
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Erin & Chris R.Star Sitter
“Erin and Chris did an excellent job with our energetic little guy! They provided him with exceptional care and love. They went above and beyond to send us pictures through this stay, also! We would highly recommend them!”
Jessica V.Star Sitter
“Gracie loves coming over and Jessica is her favorite! She treats our dog like family and did an awesome job of sending pics almost nightly. She’s always top of our list! ❤️”
Samantha W.Star Sitter
“Our two dogs were lucky enough to stay with Sam and her family for a weekend. She is the best! Our dogs loved running around with her dogs in the large fenced yard. She kept us updated with lots of pictures and it was obvious they were being loved! It is such a relief to be able to leave and not worry about your dogs! We will be repeat customers!”
Cliff C.Star Sitter
“Cliff did such a great job with our dog. You can tell he really loves dogs and taking great care of them. Cliff even helped us with potty training our puppy along with buying her a gift to play with. Really cared about and cared for our dog. We so appreciate you.”
Clare F.Star Sitter
“This was the first time we took our cat Sherlock to stay with Clare, and we were happy that Clare was so responsive and flexible with our schedule!”
Candace D.Star Sitter
“Gave my pup a great time with her whole family! He even ate most of his food, which he hasn’t ever done before anywhere else. He’s happy, sleepy, and content after a few nights with them. Thank you Candace!”
Debora K.Star Sitter
“I knew Debora was the right person to care for Cindy when I brought her to Debora's house to introduce the two of them. Debora had taken steps ahead of time to insure that Cindy did not get into an unsafe situation. Debora understands that a healthy cat cannot resist an open door of any kind. Debora let Cindy explore. She recognized Cindy's reactions to this unfamiliar environment. Debora was relaxed and patient. She quickly understood Cindy's personality. Debora was thorough in asking about Cindy's health. Debora is alert to nuances in behavior that may indicate a health issue in a cat. When I picked up Cindy after this her first stay, Debora commented on Cindy's vigorous, even startling, purring. Yes, that is Cindy when she is contented. I am pleased to have found such a fine caregiver for Cindy. I have already booked for two more stays with more coming up. Thank you, Debora!”
Lisa S.Star Sitter
“They treated our Zoey like we do: with love and cuddles! Thank you for all the pictures and the follow up! She even got a free ball! Thanks!!!”
Sherilynn G.
Star Sitter
“Sherilynn was great! First time using rover and someone non-family watching our dog. With her providing daily updates we were quickly comforted. We will use her again!”
Patricia ..
“We did a meet and greet beforehand and Patty sent lots of pictures and updates during her stay. Her communication and professionalism was awesome, and we know Willow had a great time! We moved here not too long ago and it is nice to find a reliable, trustworthy sitter in a new place.”
Laura B.
“Absolutely recommend. She kept us updated on our babies and was always quick to answer when I checked on them. She sent pics of the girls at dogpark and took many pics during the girls visit. She was absolutely amazing!”
Scott S.
“I cannot say enough nice things about Scott! Our Ruby loves staying there! We spent so many years not traveling because we were not comfortable leaving our beloved pup with anyone. Scott changed that! Now when we pick her up she doesn’t want to leave😁”
Melanie R.Star Sitter
“Melanie and family did great with Charlie! We received multiple pictures and updates throughout our vacation. Very nice family!”
Jessica S.Star Sitter
“Jessica and Scott treated our fur baby like he was one of their own! They were able to squeeze us in for a nine day stay after a different provider was unresponsive. They gave us a helpful list of items to bring and made drop off anxiety free for pup (& mom)! Reese loved being able to play outside all day and to meet new friends. Jessica communicated with us multiple times a day and provided updates on how our boy was doing! We knew he was in great hands every step of the way! We absolutely recommend Jessica and Scott and will be returning customers!”
Lara & Cary J.Star Sitter
“Our dogs were so happy with Cary and Lara. They seemed sad to leave their new friends when we got home. We got fun pictures to show us their adventures while we were away, and I could tell they just settled right in. It was a fantastic experience!”
Alok K.Star Sitter
“Alok has cared for our pup many times while we’ve been out of town. He is reliable, kind and an excellent communicator. Don’t hesitate to give him a try!!”
Elyssa A.
“Elyssa was AMAZING. It was my first time dropping off my doggo with her and she had the best time! My pup has some activity level needs and Elyssa was attentive to monitor those. The pictures and videos of all the fun were so helpful, Millie was absolutely spoiled with all the attention! 10/10 recommend!”
Lucinda W.Star Sitter
“Our yorkie-poo LOVED Cindy! She was the perfect Rover for him. She spoiled him and treated him as her own fur baby. It was nice having a Rover who focuses her attention on one dog at a time in her home, so we didn’t need to worry about how he would interact with unfamiliar dogs. We felt very confident in her care and trusted her as she is a long term resident in the community. She also sent some cute pictures of our Franklin! Thank you, Cindy! Highly recommend especially for little dogs who need extra attention. We will definitely use Cindy again. 🐕🦺”
Samantha D.Star Sitter
“Maggie LOVED her time with Samantha! We received lots of updates throughout the week which was so appreciated. We will be booking with Samantha in the future 😎”
Ben J.Star Sitter
“Ben does such a great job caring for Leo! Leo is always excited to go back. Ben has a set schedule, and the dogs follow it like clockwork. Leo’s anxiety is very well-managed now, too!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Earlham is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Earlham dog boarding rates can be found as low as $29 to as high as $29 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 162 sitters provided dog boarding in Earlham. 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, 91% of Earlham dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Earlham have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 15 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 Earlham.
Rover makes it easy to find Earlham 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 162 dog boarding sitters in Earlham on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Earlham, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 83% 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.
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