Dog Boarding in Elgin
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“Brenda and Hannah had their hands full with Princess. It was her first time away and so many aspects of her stay were firsts. Princess was treated like a queen and was so very taken care of even with the anxiety from the fireworks on the 4th. Brenda was sensitive to my anxious heart as well knowing that she had never been anywhere without me and I was a tearful fur parent when I left. I highly recommend Brenda to anyone that wants to have amazing care while being apart for both their fur baby as well as themselves. Princess will definitely be back 😊”

“We could not have been happier about the love and care Jessica provided to our Labrador retriever, Abby! This was Abby's first overnight experience with Rover, and she ended up being a little nervous and unsure when we left her. Jessica went above and beyond to help her adjust, even preparing chicken and rice for her when her stomach was upset at the beginning of the visit. Jessica provided regular updates and photos so we could know how Abby was doing, and was incredibly communicative the entire time we were gone. We'll be reaching out to Jessica again the next time we are in need of a loving place for Abby to stay!”

“My first experience was amazing! Adrienne ensured my little one was safe and cared for. She walked me through the process with so much patience. A bonus…she is an amazing pet photographer!”


“We had a wonderful experience with Alvin’s and would absolutely book with her again! She took such great care of Cayde and kept us updated with plenty of pictures and videos, which made us feel completely at ease while we were away. It was obvious from the photos that Cayde was having a great time playing and getting lots of attention. She was also incredibly flexible and accommodating with our travel schedule, which we really appreciated since our timeline changed a few times. Communication was excellent throughout the stay, and she genuinely treated Cayde like one of her own. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy sitter!”

“Ximena & Travis are wonderful and took great care of my babies!! They have a lovely, clean home with a fenced in back yard, and two very sweet pups of their own. They provided pics to keep us updated and were easy and flexible with pick up and drop off times. I’m so glad I found a reliable and loving family to keep good care of our pups while we’re gone. Thanks Ximena and Travis!!!!”

“Carol and Lewis are wonderful dog sitters! I am so grateful for their great care of my Louie. I can tell Louie felt relaxed and loved by Carol and Lewis. I highly recommend them, wish I could give them 10 stars!!”

“Yevheniia is amazing. My dog is on the needy side & I was really nervous about leaving him. Yevheniia made me feel so at ease & comfortable. She treated Luka like family, letting him on the couch & giving him lots of love. She sent daily updates & pictures which I really appreciated. Thank you so much!”


“Smores is as happy as ever with Jill! She gets so much love from Jill and her family and comes home with a smile every time! Jill has been incredibly helpful with our girl as we have helped with a family health issue- we are so grateful! Lots of photos and walks!!”

“Our two bulldogs had a wonderful stay with Matthew and his family. We received excellent communication, daily photos and knew are pups were being treated with attentive care including lots of walks and play time. We would definitely use Matthew again for pet-sitting services. Thank you so much!”

“This is my second time boarding with Katherine, this time for my foster, Mandy. She was great with her. Mandy got to be a part of her daughter’s birthday party as well as story times and play times, pretending to be princesses and play dress up. I’ve never seen Mandy around kids, and it was heartening to know that Katherine opened up her home and heart to her without hesitation. Mandy was well cared for and I’d def be coming back.”

“Elaine and her husband did a wonderful job taking care of our dog and checking in with us daily. They have a great set up where the dogs can roam free in the house or in the fenced in yard and in the covered patio. It's great that they always have multiple dogs so there is plenty of play time. You can tell they really love animals. My pup will be back the next time we go out of town.”

“Laura was very sweet and easy to communicate! Sent us pictures and made sure our Theo was feeling as home! We will definitely bring Theo for another weekend of fun when in the area.”

“Charlie was very well cared for. We really appreciated Mara - she was responsive and kind. She also took care of a skin issue, kept Charlie in a cone and gave him medicine without issue!”

“They took care of my pup very well while we were out of town for a few days. They have such a cozy home that I know my furry friend absolutely loved! They took my dog on several walks and gave her such love and care. They were very pleasant people and I look forward to using them again soon”

“Shelby is an excellent boarding hostess. She is patient and kind and she and her 2 dogs made Shadow feel right at home. She sent photos and is an excellent communicator. We will call Shelby again!”

“Lauren was wonderful with my dog! I could tell he was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. It gave me such peace of mind knowing he was in great hands.”

“Sarah was wonderful! We had to add an extra day, and she was so sweet to accommodate our last-minute change in our travel plans. We loved receiving the pictures and videos and we never had to worry about them! We will most definitely be contacting her to keep Sam and Charlie in the near future!”

“Thanks for watching Finn for us again! One of the few sitters that we feel comfortable leaving Finn with. We enjoy the updates and pictures throughout his stay. We can always tell if Finn was treated well and had fun when we board him - and he came back super happy and excited today when we picked him up!”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Elgin is $45
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Sitters in Elgin average 11 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Elgin is $45 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $315. 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 $26 to as high as $49 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 395 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, 95% of Elgin dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Elgin have an average of 18 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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 395 dog boarding sitters in Elgin on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Elgin, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 85% 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.




