Dog Boarding East Lansing
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“My dog Cooper was very relaxed and at home with Cheryl. I felt at ease with Cooper in her care with his special dietary needs and separation anxiety. I really appreciated how she accommodated my change in schedule due to unexpected travel delays. Definitely will rebook for future dog boarding.”
“Lily, our 1 yr old golden stayed overnight with Kasey he dog Gracie and 3 cats. She had a great time as Kasey was welcoming and provided excellent care for her. Kasey also has a large fenced yard so lily had a lot of apace to explore. I’m super comfortable with Kasey and plan to have lily stay with her for several days while on vacation.”
“Cari accepted my last minute request very quickly and she was the PERFECT host. My dog, Libby, is very timid and warmed up to Cari immediately. She is definitely an animal person, I can’t recommend her enough! Thank you, Cari!”
“We had a wonderful experience boarding our Great Dane mix, Rosemary, with Christine. She got lots of walks, attention, and love, and we really appreciated all the photos and updates throughout her stay. It was clear that Rosemary was well cared for and treated like part of the family. We would absolutely recommend Christine and would happily board Rosemary with them again!”
“Hannah was a savior!! I had a last minute emergency moving from one state to another and she was fast to respond to me to take care of my dog. I hadn’t met her or used her before and her updates and care made me feel very comfortable as well as relieve my stress. My dog had plenty of playtimes with others and she gave me an update everyday. I would recommend her to anyone and thanked her a million times for the last minute arrangements?”
“Ellen is amazing! She took excellent care of our two girls. She was very attentive and sent us a lot of updates and photos. We will definitely be asking her to board our girls again!”
“Makayla was great, providing lots of photo/video updates and lots of different activities to keep our pup entertained! We really appreciated the excellent communication, which really helped reassure us that our Walli was having a good experience”
“Adriana is fabulous! I never have to worry about whether my pup is getting all the love and attention he gets at home because it’s obvious that he gets all of that with Adriana. He has a blast playing in their huge yard and loves all the walks. Adriana sends lots of pictures and updates, which my kids and I love getting!”
“Absolutely fantastic! Richie is very professional and sent updates with great photos. Knowing that our dog was in a safe place AND that she was getting the enrichment and exercise that she needed made my partner and I feel so at ease while we had to be away.”
About: I have always loved animals and have experience caring for a variety of pets! My sweet dog Bailey passed away due to old age, and while I miss her dearly, I still love being around animals and would love the opportunity to care for yours. I currently have a 12-year-old cat whom I have raised since she was a kitten, so I have many years of hands-on experience with cats. I have also owned dogs, guinea pigs, and hamsters, giving me experience with different animals and their unique needs. I am happy to care for dogs, cats, hamsters, gerbils, and other small pets in your home through drop-in visits. I am also open to boarding dogs and small pets in my own home, depending on their needs and compatibility with my household. I understand how important it is to keep pets on their usual routines.. including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and plenty of attention. I will always do my best to make sure your pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you are away! I am available Monday through Wednesday during the day and overnight for drop-ins. I am available all week for pet sitting and boarding at my home making it easy for me to accommodate a variety of pet care needs! I can provide drop-in visits, walks, feeding, playtime, and overnight care when arranged in advance. I work overnight at my job from Thursday-Saturday, so my availability is more limited Thursday through Sunday. I will always communicate clearly about my schedule to make sure your pets receive reliable, attentive care! Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities! I believe every animal deserves a safe environment. I will follow your instructions carefully, maintain your pet’s usual feeding and care routines, and make sure they receive plenty of attention. I am happy to provide updates and photos so you can feel at ease while you’re away. I will always respect your home, your pet’s boundaries, and any special instructions you provide. I currently have a senior cat, so I will take her comfort and safety into consideration when discussing boarding arrangements. For everyone’s safety, I will make sure pets are properly supervised and introduced carefully when needed.
“Val and Theresa bailed us out when we needed an overnight sitter for a night! Communication was great sending pics periodically of our dogs training with them. I just wish they lived closer to us so we could use them more often!!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 19 years old I love dogs I currently even check up on my in laws dog when they go on vacation. I have a very open schedule I’m a at home taking care of my daughter and my 2 dogs. So I do have a very open schedule might as well use it. Play with them give them attention give them treats when I can take them outside take a walk on the neighborhood especially when it’s warm out.
“Julie did an excellent job caring for my dog. This was my first experience boarding my dog through Rover. I will definitely try to book with Julie in the future. She sent text updates with pictures and videos. Thank you so much, Julie!”
About: I’ve fostered and house sitting cats as well as dogs multiple times. Can handle any size dog, grew up with a big Labrador myself. Have experience with giving pets medicine before too. I also speak Spanish! (The cat from the picture was one I fostered for three months) I work weekdays until 5 pm and leave the house around 10 in the e morning. Rest of my hours of the day would be dedicated to your pet. I try to gain trust in our first meeting that way we can build a relationship where your pet feels comfortable with me. I try to always give them pets and cuddles if needed.
“Nichelle has watched my 100lb great Pyrenees along with both of my cats and I'm pretty sure they would rather stay with her! Her, along with her family, absolutely adore my fluffy dog and I wouldnt ask anyone else to watch him. He is always excited to stay with them and has multiple times! Highly recommend if you want someone to watch your animals that will treat them like their own.”
“My dog, Juno, seemed happy when we picked her up! We liked being able to get pictures of Juno while we were gone! We will request to book Brianna again if we go on vacation in the future.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in East Lansing is $40
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - East Lansing
Chris gave us so much peace of mind while we were gone. He was confident and poised when it came to caring for our busy puppy, which made it so much easier on us to leave her in his and his family's care. We received beautiful pics of our dog playing and snuggling, and reassurance that she was doing well regularly.
We don’t leave Lincoln very often so we were very happy with her level of comfort with Michaela. She came home happy and Michaela said she was great during her stay. If we need care for our dog again, we will definitely be happy with booking Michaela in the future.
This was the first time using Rover and Alex was just a great choice. She and her family were delightful, sending me pics and keeping me posted. It was a great decision to opt for personal care rather than a kennel. She was flexible, and I would seek her services again based on the good vibes.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in East Lansing is $43 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $32 and $67 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 October 2026, there are 260 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across East Lansing. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
95% of sitters in East Lansing 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 East Lansing home-away-from-home, 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 East Lansing.
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.
You and your East Lansing 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 , 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 .
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 MI 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.
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