Dog Boarding in East Ithaca, NY
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“Really great sitter . Really great with my dogs. Patient and nice. My dogs obviously had a good time. Hope he's around next time I go out of town. Thanks so much!”


“Darlene is an amazing sitter. My dog had a great time with her. He was well taken care of and I received all necessary updates needed. He returned home very happy and content.”


“This was the best Rover experience for me! Susan made sure my dog is safe and feels comfortable. My dog easily gets nervous with strangers, but she got used to the new environment faster than normal. I felt like Susan is really good with handling dogs too because she has great amount of experience with dogs. I really appreciate her updates, photos, and all the accommodations she has made for us. Thank you!!😊”


“We'll definitely be returning to Destiny for our puppy sitting needs. She was extremely communicative and sent daily updates including numerous pictures, which not only were adorable but also gave us confidence to not worry about our little guy. Our pup was very happy after we picked him up and we didn't notice any kind of regression in puppy behavior (which we were worried about due to his being 7 months old). We highly recommend Destiny. You're fur baby will be in great hands!”



“Couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for Chloe. She was responsive, upbeat and very capable. We received lots of photos of our pup looking very happy. She loved playing with Alex the dog and Jessica treated her like one of their family. It was a wonderful experience for us and our 7 month old puppy.”


“Amazing boarding experience. Robert and Eileen took excellent care of our dogs. They have a large fenced in yard where the dogs can run around off leash and have a great time. Highly recommend their services.”



“I would highly recommend them for any of the services they offer. Lil bear has “separation anxiety” and traveling on a airplane is too much for him to handle. Aaron and Kaylee really work hard to introduce your animal to theirs, and others they maybe watching. I did a couple daycare weeks there before I had him stay. Lil bear always seemed willing and excited to go there each morning. He made friends with the other day there. He always gets good exercise while there, tired when he comes home. Worth it. And they are very accommodating to any changes or needs you have.”

“Anthony is a great choice for your furry friends while away! He was flexible and accommodating with my request of meeting at his house before watching my dogs. I received photo updates and felt comfortable with my dogs being in Anthony’s care. His sweet pup added to the fun and beautiful property provided plenty of space for romping around. I will be using Anthony again!”


About: Currently a master student at Cornell with many years of pet caring experience. I can handle different types of pets such as dogs, cats, hamsters, fish, turtles, bunnies, guinea pigs etc. I am an outdoor buddy who loves hiking so walking and playing with dogs is my daily pleasure! I volunteered at a local animal shelter before and adopted my dog from shelter as well. My dog is not with me during school, so I can’t say no to a good companionship! Thanks for your trust. Master student from Cornell who doesn’t have a heavy class work. I prefer to spend my time with animal friends. Limiting the number of dogs I can take care of is also a sign of showing responsibility to them. I offer dog-walking, daycare, boarding services. If you don’t mind, I will send photos/videos while they are staying with me. My community has a large grass area near my place within 1 minutes and it’s a quiet neighborhood. Also a cool trail near my apartment unit. It's the perfect place to host your pets!

“Ray has taken Oona while I’ve been away twice and both times was great with communication and sending pictures. He was flexible and thoughtful. I’m so happy I’ve found someone I so dependable who I can trust to care for my little girl.”


“Andrea was a perfect sitter! She sent a picture of my dog and updated me daily to let me know he was okay. I felt comfortable and safe with my pup in her home. The experience was easy! Would book again.”


“Hanna was incredible with our anxious and shy 1 year old pup. She was incredibly communicative and our dog came back well-exercised and well-taken care of! Will definitely book her again!”


“This was our first time using Rover and I have to say it was very pleasant. Sheila was great Even when I was having difficulty booking she was easy to reach with answers. We really appreciate the fact that we met outside which allowed both our dogs to meet and greet on neutral grounds. Sending us a picture showing that Mila had found a comfortable spot and settled in was great. We are happy to have found someone close to our home, who will make it easier when we have those last minute plans and won’t have so scramble to find good care for Mila when are away. We will definitely ask Sheila to board Mila in the future. Biagio and Kudzai”


“Monica was amazing with our dog! He came home happy, healthy, and was clearly well taken care of. He also had a great time with their dog. I will most definitely use her services again!”


“Riya is the best. Barkley felt instantly comfortable with her and her pup, Archie. She was so kind to help us on short notice. She took great care of Barkley, sent photos, and gave us the perfect amount of communication. Highly recommend her and will definitely connect with her again!”


About: I have raised and lovingly cared for 3 dogs in the last 20 years. Your pet will feel like they are at home when you're away.. I am a local teacher with my summer off. I have two dogs and children but they travel between two houses. While your pet stays with me it would be just them and myself, they would get my full attention! My yard is set up for games of catch or just exploring new smells. I have a fenced in backyard and an already established dog friendly home. I love walking around my neighborhood and to the park. I am able to drive to your home if needed to feed, let out or walk your pet.

“Claudia is amazing and we couldn't have been happier with our dogs stay with her. It's hard leaving him for so long but it's such a great feeling knowing he's being loved and cared for. He never wants to leave! We hope Claudia can keep watching our boy Oshie whenever we leave town.”


“We recently had our daughter with her large very active puppy visit us for 5 days necessitating our finding a place for our dog, who is very dog reactive , to stay while she visited us. Kyle took our little dog, Toby, in at his house and gave him as close to the daily routine at his house that he has in our house everyday. Kyle gave daily updates with photos and clearly gave Toby the attention, daily walks, feeding and even held him close during a thunderstorm. We are very appreciative to know how well Toby was cared for by Kyle in his four days and nights away from home!”


“Shihong took excellent care of our dog while we were away for a week. He sent photos and videos of her daily, and checked in with me about anything that seemed unusual with her. He was responsible and caring, and pampered our dog so she was very comfortable with him. I highly recommend Shihong and will definitely be asking him to watch or dog again in the future.”

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Alex E.Star Sitter

“Really great sitter . Really great with my dogs. Patient and nice. My dogs obviously had a good time. Hope he's around next time I go out of town. Thanks so much!”


Darlene C.Star Sitter

“Darlene is an amazing sitter. My dog had a great time with her. He was well taken care of and I received all necessary updates needed. He returned home very happy and content.”


Susan T.Star Sitter

“This was the best Rover experience for me! Susan made sure my dog is safe and feels comfortable. My dog easily gets nervous with strangers, but she got used to the new environment faster than normal. I felt like Susan is really good with handling dogs too because she has great amount of experience with dogs. I really appreciate her updates, photos, and all the accommodations she has made for us. Thank you!!😊”


Destiny M.
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“We'll definitely be returning to Destiny for our puppy sitting needs. She was extremely communicative and sent daily updates including numerous pictures, which not only were adorable but also gave us confidence to not worry about our little guy. Our pup was very happy after we picked him up and we didn't notice any kind of regression in puppy behavior (which we were worried about due to his being 7 months old). We highly recommend Destiny. You're fur baby will be in great hands!”




Jessica R.

“Couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for Chloe. She was responsive, upbeat and very capable. We received lots of photos of our pup looking very happy. She loved playing with Alex the dog and Jessica treated her like one of their family. It was a wonderful experience for us and our 7 month old puppy.”


Robert & Eileen Y.

“Amazing boarding experience. Robert and Eileen took excellent care of our dogs. They have a large fenced in yard where the dogs can run around off leash and have a great time. Highly recommend their services.”




Aaron , Kaylee, & Valerie M.

“I would highly recommend them for any of the services they offer. Lil bear has “separation anxiety” and traveling on a airplane is too much for him to handle. Aaron and Kaylee really work hard to introduce your animal to theirs, and others they maybe watching. I did a couple daycare weeks there before I had him stay. Lil bear always seemed willing and excited to go there each morning. He made friends with the other day there. He always gets good exercise while there, tired when he comes home. Worth it. And they are very accommodating to any changes or needs you have.”


Anthony H.

“Anthony is a great choice for your furry friends while away! He was flexible and accommodating with my request of meeting at his house before watching my dogs. I received photo updates and felt comfortable with my dogs being in Anthony’s care. His sweet pup added to the fun and beautiful property provided plenty of space for romping around. I will be using Anthony again!”


Maggie L.
“I’m happy to recommend my friend Maggie for pet giver position. She’s amazing with animals and genuinely loves them. Maggie has a dog of her own, Pepsi, whom she has cared for over the past three years. When Maggie first adopted her, Pepsi was shy girl and tend to be nervous around people that she is mot familiar with. But now, thanks to all the love and care Maggie’s given her, Pepsi has turned into the sweetest, most friendly little angel and warms up to strangers quickly. Maggie’s also looked after my dog, Buddy, a few times, and they hit it off immediately. Buddy felt totally comfortable with her when they first meet, even when i am not around. If you’re looking for someone kind, patient, responsible and love animal with all her heart to look after your pet, Maggie’s the one!”


Ray H.

“Ray has taken Oona while I’ve been away twice and both times was great with communication and sending pictures. He was flexible and thoughtful. I’m so happy I’ve found someone I so dependable who I can trust to care for my little girl.”


Andrea I.Star Sitter

“Andrea was a perfect sitter! She sent a picture of my dog and updated me daily to let me know he was okay. I felt comfortable and safe with my pup in her home. The experience was easy! Would book again.”


Hanna R.Star Sitter

“Hanna was incredible with our anxious and shy 1 year old pup. She was incredibly communicative and our dog came back well-exercised and well-taken care of! Will definitely book her again!”


Sheila W.

“This was our first time using Rover and I have to say it was very pleasant. Sheila was great Even when I was having difficulty booking she was easy to reach with answers. We really appreciate the fact that we met outside which allowed both our dogs to meet and greet on neutral grounds. Sending us a picture showing that Mila had found a comfortable spot and settled in was great. We are happy to have found someone close to our home, who will make it easier when we have those last minute plans and won’t have so scramble to find good care for Mila when are away. We will definitely ask Sheila to board Mila in the future. Biagio and Kudzai”


Monica A.

“Monica was amazing with our dog! He came home happy, healthy, and was clearly well taken care of. He also had a great time with their dog. I will most definitely use her services again!”


Riya B.

“Riya is the best. Barkley felt instantly comfortable with her and her pup, Archie. She was so kind to help us on short notice. She took great care of Barkley, sent photos, and gave us the perfect amount of communication. Highly recommend her and will definitely connect with her again!”


Rachel N.
“I highly recommend Rachel—she has provided care for my dog and two cats on several occasions. She is kind and dependable, and cared for my pets as if they were her own. My dog just loves Rachel and gets so excited every time she sees her!”


Claudia H.

“Claudia is amazing and we couldn't have been happier with our dogs stay with her. It's hard leaving him for so long but it's such a great feeling knowing he's being loved and cared for. He never wants to leave! We hope Claudia can keep watching our boy Oshie whenever we leave town.”


Kyle J.

“We recently had our daughter with her large very active puppy visit us for 5 days necessitating our finding a place for our dog, who is very dog reactive , to stay while she visited us. Kyle took our little dog, Toby, in at his house and gave him as close to the daily routine at his house that he has in our house everyday. Kyle gave daily updates with photos and clearly gave Toby the attention, daily walks, feeding and even held him close during a thunderstorm. We are very appreciative to know how well Toby was cared for by Kyle in his four days and nights away from home!”


Shihong L.

“Shihong took excellent care of our dog while we were away for a week. He sent photos and videos of her daily, and checked in with me about anything that seemed unusual with her. He was responsible and caring, and pampered our dog so she was very comfortable with him. I highly recommend Shihong and will definitely be asking him to watch or dog again in the future.”


Yuting D.

“Yuting was great, she was updating me everyday of how my cat was doing and was very polite and accommodating”
East Ithaca dog parents share their Rover experiences
Georgia was wonderful with my dog, Lu. She treated Lu to playtime at the dog park, hikes in the woods, and even a swim in a local gorge. Georgia was incredible with her communication while I was traveling. In one of the pictures she shared with me, Lu looks so full of joy. 🥰 Not only did I feel comfortable with Lu’s care, I felt secure knowing that Lu was having a vacation herself- receiving ample cuddles and engaging play. I would highly recommend Georgia for your boarding, sitting or walking needs. She is really top-tier. The best experience I’ve had with care for my pet, hands down.

Rachel was so incredible with our pup! Even after just the first meeting, our dog excitedly ran to greet Rachel and was perfectly happy when left her alone with Rachel for the first time. During our time away, my husband and I were consistently reassured by the steady stream of updates and pics Rachel sent our way. It seemed like her and our puppy girl were having a blast all weekend (so much so that we nearly felt bad separating them by the end)!

Riya was an amazing sitter to Maisie during a long weekend stay at her house. She took Maisie on outings, took her to a park and out for walks, and gave her lots of love and attention. We looked forward to receiving daily photos and videos from Riya. She is an excellent communicator and was very responsive when we had questions or needed to contact her. We will be using Riya again when we need a dog sitter, and we *highly recommend* her if you need one, too.

We had an amazing experience with our Rover pet sitter! They were incredibly attentive, providing daily pictures and status updates, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. They handled any issues that arose with care and professionalism, always reaching out for advice when needed to ensure our two pups were comfortable. It was clear that they genuinely cared about our dogs' well-being. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate pet sitter!

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in East Ithaca is $50
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Sitters in East Ithaca average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, 81 sitters provided dog boarding in East Ithaca. 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, 93% of East Ithaca dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in East Ithaca have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Ithaca.
Rover makes it easy to find East Ithaca 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 81 dog boarding sitters in East Ithaca on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In East Ithaca, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
