Dog Boarding in Elgin
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“I felt totally at ease leaving my dogs with Jackie. She kept me updated with photos and videos every day, and the dogs were very happy with her. I plan on booking with her again!”
“Jacqueline and Uriel loved my dog just like she was their own. I really appreciated the photos and videos throughout her time with them! I highly recommend and will visit again!”
“First time using Rover. My dog is a little shy around a new environment, but her care quickly put him at ease and he had a great time! Lots of videos and photos were provided. We're so glad to meet Niratcha. Thank you so much!!! He will return to you soon.”
“We had Maverick, our 7 months old Husky, with Shauna & Peter for 10 days..They took such a wonderful care of Maverick and shared many photos and videos every day..They took Maverick for multiple walks and lot of outdoor activities. He was very much loved and enjoyed his stay with Shauna, Peter and their daughters. We are glad we found them on Rover. They are wonderful! I would highly recommend Shauna & Peter and would definitely have them to take care of Maverick next time!”
“Alex was fantastic! Very communicative and prompt. I haven't left my dog with anyone in over 4 years, but Alex made me feel 100% comfortable, and sent me updates and photos. I would definitely use Alex again!”
“David & Mary are AMAZING ❤️. I will Highly trust them in the future with my dog. They showed him Much Love & I see how much he Loved them when I picked him up. If you're looking for a dependable, loving, trusting pet sitter, David & Mary are for you❤️.”
“I can’t speak highly enough about Shalyn, Joe, and their family. We went away for an extended period of time and were adamant about finding the perfect dog sitter for our girl Lucy, and that’s exactly what we found. From the moment they took her in, they made Lucy part of their family. Not to mention, she found a new best friend in their German Shepherd, Sadie. Every single day, I received photos and videos of them playing nonstop. It was incredibly heartwarming, and I couldn’t have been happier knowing Lucy was in such loving and capable hands. Just to put things in perspective, Shalyn, Joe, and family are about a 40 minute drive from our home, but they will always be our go to whenever we need care for Lucy. Thank you so much for everything. You are sincerely the best.”
“Katie was amazing she made us feel comfortable leaving Max with her beautiful family, she was always sending us pictures of him and letting us know how he was doing! I will definitely recommend her to take care of your Fur baby. Thank you so much 😊 i will gladly give her 1000 star ⭐️ review”
“My dogs love staying at Miss Danielle's! She gives them lots of snuggles and playtime in the backyard. They always come home exhausted for about the next 24 hours after I bring them home! I'm glad we have someone we trust with our fur babys when we're out of town.”
“June is wonderful! She gives us regular updates with photos. We always know our pup is in great hands and well taken care of. It’s so nice to know she has a comfortable and safe place to stay while we are away. Highly recommended!”
“Perfect experience. I needed someone almost last minute and Myrlonette was the first call back and was I glad. She sent photos of my dog throughout the sitting and that was a nice touch. She is local with a lovely home with large high fenced yard. I would use her services again! Thanks so much!”
“We have been taking our dog Bear to Derek for almost 2 years now. Some of our trips have been pretty long and every single time bear has gotten the best care from him and his family. He’s very diligent about keeping in touch and sending pictures, which we love. I can’t say enough about Derek and his family… Your dog would be in perfect loving hands with them if you ever need to be away. Thank you, Derek!”
“Roberto and his family took great care of Oreo.Gave her lot of attention and love.She is a sensitive dog and they were very patient with her. They shared updates and photos every day.Thank you Roberto for taking good care of Oreo.”
“Our pups were very well looked after and Tosha was very accommodating. You can tell she has a connection with dogs and knows how to take care of them. I highly recommend Tosha for your dog sitting needs!”
“Tina took very good care of our two akitas while we were on vacation! She was able to give them their medications and provided updates with photos and videos. They also got multiple walks every day. We highly recommend Tina and will definitley book again!”
“Penny was amazing! I left my pup, Ginger, with her for 2 weeks while we were out of country. Penny sent pictures of Ginger and made sure she had plenty of activity. I even noticed that Ginger had lost a few pounds that she needed to lose! I would highly recommend Penny!”
“Dorothy is amazing and we couldn’t recommend her enough. She took the time to get to know my pup and her needs, and sent many updates while we were away. We are happy to have found someone we trust so much!”
Over 970 pet parents in Elgin have booked dog boarding
Elgin dog parents share their Rover experiences
Most kind and professional pet sitters imaginable ! We had a need for a last minute petsitter and Jacqueline & Uriel were so nice to make a quick meeting possible before we needed to leave! They kept us updated with videos and pictures during the whole stay! We definitely recommend and would book again! Thank you!
We had a great experience boarding our dog with Jackie! She was very thorough and respectful of all of our dog's needs and preferences. We received updates and pictures a few times a day, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. It was clear our dog was having a wonderful time—especially having Jackie's dogs as playmates. She was very capable and attentive, and we felt very comfortable leaving our dog in her care. Marty is looking forward to staying at Jackie's again!
We rarely leave Ollie with anyone but family so were quite nervous to leave him with someone new, especially only a month or so after a knee surgery for him. Tina reassured us he would be well taken care of and was always easy to reach when we wanted to see how he was doing. He came home happy and well cared for. We are happy to have found Tina and will definitely reach out to her again if we need someone to care for Ollie.
I can’t say enough good things about Lauren! From the moment we met, I knew my dog was in great hands. She treated him with so much love, care, and attention — even sent regular updates, videos and photos. It’s rare to find someone this dedicated. Truly one of the best sitters out there!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Elgin is $50
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Sitters in Elgin average 13 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Elgin is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Elgin dog boarding rates can be found as low as $28 to as high as $59 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 1,398 sitters provided dog boarding in Elgin. 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 Elgin dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Elgin have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Elgin.
Rover makes it easy to find Elgin 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 1,398 dog boarding sitters in Elgin on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Elgin, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
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