Dog Boarding Ellicott City
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“This was our pet’s second stay with Susan and he got so excited in the car as if he knew where he was! He walked in and immediately ran to Susan to say hello and started making himself at home by emptying the toy basket. He enjoyed plenty of walks outside and we could tell he was def comfortable and had a nice time!”
“Lingli was so kind and attentive to our dog. She sent frequent updates and pictures that made us at ease being away from our fur baby. We will definitely be booking with her again next time we go out of town :)”
“Feliz and Ken are Higgy’s Humans. I have cancelled trips when they are not available that’s how good they take care of my boy. It is such a blessing to know he is in safe hands being spoiled and card for.”
“My buzz was very happy and Francine did take good care of buzz and his allergy and anxiety.. buzz has not stayed away from us and he felt like home there.. he enjoyed there”
“Another fantastic stay with Theresa. Misa is always so well taken care of at her house and I never have to worry. She sends pictures every day and a check in. Theresa and her daughter Lyv are our go to sitters when we travel.”
“Charles was amazing. Prince had a little issue shortly before his stay, and Charles was wonderful about making sure he received his medication. He kept me updated and even took pictures of Prince and sent them to me, which I really appreciated. Prince looked like he was having a great time and was very comfortable in Charles’s care. I was able to relax and not worry because I knew Prince was in good hands. I truly appreciate the care, attention, and communication Charles provided. I would definitely recommend Charles and will gladly use him again!”
“Kelly was a joy to work with and she made us feel very comfortable to leave our sweet dog with her. She was lovely and sent constant photo updates. I will definitely leave Mila with her in the future!”
“Priscilla did a fantastic job watching my senior dog. I had been pretty anxious, as apart from being older, my dog had developed cataracts and lost almost all vision. I knew he couldn't be watched by just anyone, and I wanted to make sure he was both safe and happy while I was away. Priscilla put me at ease from her first message, and indeed, the meet and greet, drop off, communication, and pick up all went perfectly. I'm probably going to plan future travel around when she has availability on her calendar! Thanks again so much Priscilla.”
“I had a wonderful experience with Nikki. She took amazing care of my dog while I was out of town. She was attentive, kept me updated and included photos, which gave me peace of mind. When I came back, my dog was happy, healthy and clearly well-loved. I highly recommend Nikki to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy pet sitter.”
“Myrtle loved her stay with Karla, I’ll definitely recommend and use her again. I got regular pupdates with pics and a map showing walks and her eating/ sleeping trends. Myrtle was relaxed and happy when I picked her up.”
“I’m so happy that I chose Rodney! Jaxson was well taken care of while I was on vacation. They even sent pics of him daily which really helped me to relax and enjoy my trip. I plan on this being my permit sitter moving forward!”
“Taylor took great care of Coco while we went on vacation. She sent pics throughout Coco’s stay and Coco seemed to be right at home. Thank you Taylor for caring for our pup! We will definitely use Taylor again.”
“Brittanie and Ryan were wonderful sitters for our dog this weekend! She seemed to have gotten very comfortable in their home pretty quickly and had no issue coexisting with their dogs at all. They sent frequent update pictures and really went above and beyond bringing our dog to our wedding so she could be included in our pictures. Overall great first Rover experience and would happily use them again!”
“Our border collie had a great repeat visit with Claudia P. and, as usual came back happy and relaxed. We appreciate her updates and her attentiveness his needs! Wonderful sitter!”
“So glad I found Aster. She is officially my go to sitter. My Oreo absolutely loved being in her care. She send frequent updates and pics of him running around her huge backyard. I even got videos and pics of them cuddling. I have hired sitters in the past and Aster has topped them all. I’ve already booked my next two stays with her.”
“I am so glad to find Stephanie from Rover. She and her husband took very good care of my fur baby, and they are awesome and so easy to work with. We received pictures and update everyday, and it was so nice to see those when we were away. I always worry that my dog won't get along very well with other dogs, as a border collie. It turned out so great that he got along with Stephanie's two fur babies very well, and had a great time with them. When I picked him up , he went back to his friends for a few times and did not want to leave them, How sweet! I will definitely book with her again.”
“Jasmine took great care of our dog while we were out of town. She checked in often to let us know how he was doing, sending lots of updates and pictures. We would definitely rebook with her in the future. Thank you Jasmine!”
“we knew ms virginia and her fur babies was a winner at the meet & greet. ore was so excited when my husband pulled up to the house. i’ll definitely use her again and definitely a recommend. ms virginia, thank you for your availability on Mother’s Day, taking such good care of ore, and keeping her safe! your flexibility is appreciated beyond measure. until our paths cross again….”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Ellicott City is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Ellicott City
Elisha was absolutely wonderful with Quinn! From the moment he arrived, she made him feel comfortable and at home. Quinn can be a little anxious when it comes to food and changes in routine, especially in new environments, but Elisha was patient, attentive, and understanding of his needs. One of Quinn’s favorite parts of his stay was the walks through the park right outside her back door. It was such a great setting for him to explore and get exercise while feeling safe and relaxed. I appreciated the care, communication, and genuine affection she showed him throughout his stay. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. I would not hesitate to book with Elisha again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and dependable dog sitter.
We had a wonderful experience with Taylor and Austin! They took excellent care of our Goldendoodle, Lily, and kept us updated with regular messages and videos, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. They were also incredibly flexible and understanding when our pickup time kept changing on our end. They were accommodating throughout and made the whole process stress-free. Lily was happy and well cared for, and we truly appreciate the love, attention, and flexibility they showed her. We would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and reliable dog sitter!
We’ve left our pup with Jerry multiple times now and every time is 5 stars! She comes home happy and we get daily updates and pictures from him. Our dog had an injury when we dropped her off this time, and Jerry was extra mindful of it and making sure she got enough rest. We will continue to use him again and again!
Parker spent an entire week with Francine. He got plenty of activity and attention. As well as ample text messages, there were plenty of videos and pics on the FB page documenting the fun Parker was having. He had plenty of companions to play with and a big fenced yard to run in. Definitley recommend and will partake of Francine's service again!!
I had such a wonderful experience having my dog Beau boarded with Alonni over the labor day weekend September September! She was incredibly kind and easy to communicate with throughout his stay. She kept me updated by regularly sending photos of Beau, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. It was clear that Beau was happy and well cared for, and I really appreciated how communicative and attentive she was, especially because Beau is a very hyperactive dog. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, caring, and reliable to watch their dog. Thank you so much for taking such great care of Beau!
We’ve always had great experiences with Lingli! Our dog is always so happy to see her, which says a lot. She takes great care of her, and I always get plenty of updates while we’re away, which gives me peace of mind. We really appreciate how well she cares for our dog and would definitely recommend her!
I cannot recommend Bishoy enough! They watched my dog and took absolute wonderful care of him. From the very beginning, communication was seamless, and I received regular updates and photos, which gave me complete peace of mind. Pluto came back happy, relaxed, and clearly well-loved. We will definitely be booking again!
I can’t say enough about how awesome Hao was taking care of Bruno. The communication daily was great as well as the pictures. She made us feel really comfortable and safe that our Bruno was in good hands. If you’re considering a dog sitter i strongly recommend her. Thank you so much!!
Katherine was wonderful to work with and took great care of my dog during a 10-night stay. She was able to accommodate a last-minute booking request, which I greatly appreciated. My dog returned happy, healthy, and well cared for, and I felt confident that she was in good hands. Katherine was friendly, responsive, and easy to communicate with throughout the process. I would gladly book with her again and recommend her to other pet parents looking for a reliable sitter.
Odessa took very good care of our dog! She sent updates and photos throughout the time that she had him. Our little guy really bonded with her during his stay and we could tell right away that she cared for him really well. We are so grateful for the care and love that he received from her. We will not hesitate to book with Odessa again!
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Ellicott City on Rover is $44.4 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 5,815 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Ellicott City. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
94% of Ellicott City sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Ellicott City landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ellicott City home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Ellicott City.
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 Ellicott City 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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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 MD 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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