Dog Boarding in Elkwood, VA
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1. Cori M.
“Cori and her family are absolutely amazing!! I knew from the first meeting that my little Henry would be well taken care of and loved! It was the first time I had ever left my Frenchie puppy so of course, I was nervous...Cori totally put me at ease and even sent videos and pictures over the course of his stay! That which was a very special touch and made me feel so much better. I will definitely be using Cori again!”
2. Dana G.
“Dana is wonderful, she cared for our Yorkie while we went out of town for five days. Communication was fantastic, she checked in daily and made us feel confident in the love and care our dog was getting. She really treats them as her own little fur babies. Thank you Dana! Will definitely come back to you next time!”
3. Jessica W.
“First time leaving any of my dogs with a petsitter that I hadn't known beforehand! Jessica was wonderful and accommodating for my nervousness and my pups timid nature. I regularly got photos and videos of Razz having an absolute BLAST with Jessica and her dogs. I wouldn't hesitate to book her again, and I know my pup had a wonderful experience.”
4. Tanine D.
“She was awesome and I didn’t worry about Simon while we were away. It was the first time we left him so at first I was very nervous. Simon had separation anxiety during his stay and she was patient and understanding. She kept us updated on how he was doing throughout his stay with texts and pictures. Will definitely be booking her again for any future trips without hesitation.”
5. Amber L.
“Amber was so amazing to my Lola. She was very communicative and sent me pictures and videos. Lola felt right at home with Amber. I highly recommend her.”
6. Julie O.
“If you want your dog to feel like a part of the family, be socialized, and get tons of play time definitely book with Julie. She took great care of my dog and did an amazing job at sending updates of her. Will definitely book again.”
7. Leah & Christopher K.
“Leah, Christopher and family go above and beyond for my Jiji! Jovial and so kind! Attentive and very easy to communicate with. Thank you very much!”
8. Jordann A.
“Jordann was phenomenal! I received updates every day regarding my dog to include pictures of him having a blast! He definitely enjoyed his time he spent with her and I will absolutely be using her the next time I leave town!”
9. Rachael & Austin H.
“Rachael and Austin were so great with our dog. We got multiple daily updates, communication was fast and Marlee was so happy when we picked her up! We will definitely use them again🤗”
10. Jessica C.
“My dogs fit right in. They enjoyed their stay. They ate well but didn’t get fat. Jessica kept me up to date with photos. She’s a natural. Thank you. Will come back.”
11. Kimmie A.
“Baloo had a great vacation at Kimmie’s! He found the couch and the cuddles to be top notch. From the photos, I was worried he wouldn’t want to come home 😀 Kimmie and family made him comfortable, fawned all over him, and paid close attention to our care instructions. Tyro, the resident dog, was also a good host.”
12. Aimee Q.
“Aimee was so amazing as a sitter. Our pup stayed with her for 10 days over the holidays and we couldn't have hoped for a better place for her to be. She sent photos and videos daily, was attentive, let us know everything that was going on. When our pup had an upset tummy she made her special food with approval. If I could give 100/10 I would. Our pup loved playing with their pup, we will absolutely be return visitors!”
13. Darnell P.
“They are a loving family who takes care of your babies. They stay in touch and let you know how your pet is doing. Will definitely use them again.”
14. Maria S.
“It is obvious from how my dog behaves when I drop her off that she loves spending time with Maria. Maria makes her feel so comfortable in her home and goes out of her way to tend to her needs. We get updates with pictures to let us know how our dog is doing, but we do not worry because we know she is in good hands.”
15. Heather M.
“And again I want to thank Heather for taking such a great care of my dog! Every time Floki comes home happy and relaxed. He loves her so much and knowing my pup is loved and in great hands puts me at ease while I’m away.”
16. Lindsay M.
“Excellent! Would book again 100% treated Sadie like one of their own, even with extra care as it was her first time without us. Their dog Roxy was very friendly also. Lindsay sent lots of pictures and even gave a take home goodie bag.”
17. Larissa L.
“Everything went very smoothly! Larissa made Ali and myself very comfortable. She kept us posted and was very accommodating to our fur baby. We will use her again soon.”
18. Stacie G.
“Did an excellent job in caring for my boys. Great backyard and wonderful family that made them super happy.. Definitely will be my go to Dog Sitter. Thank you so so much.”
19. Iris Logan H.
“Iris did an amazing job with my two pups. Tons of updates, photos and videos. She even helped my dog through a seizure and communicated with me throughout it. She interacted with my dogs constantly and I’m sure they were the ones who thought they were on vacation. 5 stars!!”
20. Rebekah Y.
“Rebekah was a fantastic sitter! She sends frequent updates with photos of your pup, so you can rest assured that they are happy and safe ❤️ Jane requires almost constant human attention and goes outside every 2-3 hours. Rebekah meet all of her needs and more. Her facility is clean, inviting, and pup friendly. Will most definitely be booking again!!”
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As of Apr 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Elkwood 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 Elkwood dog boarding rates can be found as low as $31 to as high as $31 per night.
As of Apr 2025, 337 sitters provided dog boarding in Elkwood. 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, 91% of Elkwood dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Elkwood have an average of 19 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 Elkwood.
Rover makes it easy to find Elkwood 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 337 dog boarding sitters in Elkwood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Elkwood, 97% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 97% 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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