Dog Boarding in East Grand Rapids, MI
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“Ashley took great care of our puppy! I was nervous about leaving our young puppy with someone else but Ashley was very communicative, gave lots of updates and pictures. Lola loved her time there!”

“SO so grateful to have found both Jacob and his wife through Rover - I think I suffer from far worse separation anxiety being away from my dog than she does being away from me (?) however, after meeting these two and their own four rescue dogs during a pre-boarding meet and greet, I had absolutely no worries that she would be in great hands. They were both SO kind, communicative, and welcoming. Their genuine compassion and love for dogs was immediately obvious, as was the fact that they both possess thorough knowledge of canine care and behavior. Wrigley even immediately recognized the house when I dropped her off and was so excited for her stay - that and the consistent updates/photos/communication gave me SUCH peace of mind and I will absolutely be reaching out for any future dog sitting needs. Thank you both SO much!!”

“Our dog’s stay with Susan was absolutely wonderful! She loved on her endlessly and exercised her frequently which was so good for our 4 year old lab. Any dog would love their stay with Susan 😊”

“Our dog had a fantastic stay at Felix's house. Felix offered a meet and greet before her stay and we could tell immediately that she would be in caring, attentive, capable hands. He was responsive throughout her stay and our dog was happy and healthy at pickup. I would highly recommend. Thanks, Felix!”

“Dan did an amazing job watching our little cavapoo for 9 nights. She was very well taken care of and loved playing with her friends she met while she was staying there. Dan gave us great updates throughout her stay and it was clear he treated our dog like it was his own. You could really tell from the pictures and videos how happy and comfortable she was staying there. We are very thankful Dan and his wife took such excellent care of our special girl.”

“Ru watched our dog—Bailey—for us while we went on a trip abroad for a week and a half and she was amazing! She updated us and sent pictures of Bailey to us regularly, which made us never worry about if Bailey was doing okay. Ru was also very flexible in extending Bailey’s stay with her by a few hours when our flight back home was unexpectedly canceled. Overall, I highly recommend Ru to watch your companion animals—she’s wonderful!”

“Tim was so good with Duckie! he kept us updated with pictures and letting us know what Duckie was up to! Tim took him on plenty of walks which our puppy loved. Duckie also had a great time with his new friend Gabby! I would definitely recommend Tim, he was great!”

“Jenn and her son took amazing care of my doggo! She really loves animals and was very easy to communicate with. My dog got lots and lots of play time and I got some very nice photos while I was away. Would highly reccomend Jenn. ???”

“Kristopher was great with Sunny. She had such a good time and was well cared for. She made new friends and was introduced to some new animals and experiences. Sunny can be a handful as she is still in the puppy phase but Kristopher didn’t seem to have any issues with her. I enjoyed the daily updates and pictures. Would definitely use him again to care for my sunny.”

“Winston loved his stay with Renee. She provided updates throughout out his stay and kept him busy with walks and trips to the park. She clearly has a love of dogs and is great at caring for them. Highly recommend.”


“Leslie took good care of our dog and kept us informed that he was having a great time. So glad she accepted on such short notice! I would definitely hire again.”

“Breslin had a wonderful time with Christina and Micheal! They provided consistent updates throughout the stay with pictures and videos of our little guy having fun. They treated Breslin like one of their own and we truly appreciate that. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a sitter! Thanks again!”

About: Within the last few years, I've had plenty of experience with overnight dogsitting for family and friends. I've also been taking care of my family dogs since I was 11 years old. From feeding, to bathing, to running around the backyard, I've enjoyed every minute of watching my rescue dogs grow. I love all animals in general, and being a graduate student has prevented me from spending as much time with my pets as I would like to. As a sitter, I'd love nothing more than to give your dog the care and attention it needs! I have recently graduated from my Master’s program although will not be starting my full-time job until the new year. Until then, I am available most days during the week, and would love to devote this time to helping others take care of their pets. I am open to any kind of schedule, long-term or short-term. My partner and I live in a spacious first floor apartment with an un-fenced front yard. He and I are both animal lovers and would be happy to host your pet in our home.
“couldn't be happier with the help Melvin and his partner gave us, we were at a bind and they came to the rescue! On top of that our Moka was treated like family and they sent pictures regularly, we will definitely ask for their help later on. 1000% recommended !”

“Molly was wonderful!! She was communicative (I loved the daily updates with photos) and did so much to keep our dog busy and exercised. She came home extra tired and extra happy. Would definitely recommend!”

“Samantha was so great with Luca and treated him with love and care and kept me updated with photos too. She was super flexible and easy to book/communicate with. This was our second time and Luca was excited to see her again :)”

“Lulu vacationed with Tatyana for a week while we vacationed in the sunshine. It was her first time away from home. Tatyana took the time to acclimate us to her home and her pup the week before we left. Lulu enjoyed being with Tatyana's puppy and from the pictures we received every day, she had a great time with her new puppy pal and other family members as well. Daily texts, pics and short videos assured us that Lulu was in good hands- So glad we found an alternative to a boarding kennel.”

“Stephanie was wonderful with Frank!! He is an older guy with some anxiety, he seemed to feel at ease right away. She sent lots of updates and pictures while we were gone. We will definitely use her again and highly recommend her!”

“It’s always great having peace of mind when we drop our dog off here. We have used Pam Several times and we have always been happy with her services and updates”

East Grand Rapids dog parents share their Rover experiences
Haley was fantastic! She was super quick to respond both before we dropped off our dog and while we were away. Our pup, who normally is too anxious to eat while we are away from home, ate all his meals when he was with her which I think speaks volumes to how comfortable he felt! We highly recommend Haley!

Our Yorkie Bear had a wonderful time with Susan. He took to her right away and she followed his schedule and gave him lots of walks, love and cuddles even letting him sleep with her as is his routine at home. She was great about communicating and sending pics. I cannot say enough about the excellent care Bear received from this wonderful sitter!

This was the second time our dog stayed with Emily and once again, we are so happy with the care she provided. Daily updates including pictures and videos were awesome! Our dog had so much fun playing with Emily’s two dogs. She loved the fenced in yard and all the walks. I highly recommend Emily. Your pet will be so loved and cared for.

Michael and his family were amazing, communicative and engaging with our 2 mini Aussies. It seemed like they really enjoyed their time there! I really appreciate Michael’s attention to detail and kindness. We are totally using them again when we travel out of town! A+++

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in East Grand Rapids is $40
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Sitters in East Grand Rapids average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jan 2026, 459 sitters provided dog boarding in East Grand Rapids. 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 East Grand Rapids dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in East Grand Rapids have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 East Grand Rapids.
Rover makes it easy to find East Grand Rapids 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 459 dog boarding sitters in East Grand Rapids on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In East Grand Rapids, 91% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.














