Dog Boarding in Ellington
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1. Allison Nicole M.
“10 out of 10 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ‼️‼️‼️‼️ Use Allison to watch your fur babies! You will not regret it. I had an unfortunate situation and she came through and my dog-ter had a great time. It brings a different type of peace to an individual when you know your fur animal is loved and well taken care of. We will see you in the near future 🤎”
2. Kristin S.
“Kristin instantly gave us peace of mind when we had to find someone last minute to watch our dog. She and her dog, Kaia, were so sweet and just what Luna needed! We received several photos throughout her stay and in every photo Luna was clearly having an amazing time! She didn’t want to get in the car to leave when we came to pick her up. We would absolutely seek out Kristin in the future and highly recommend her!”
3. Gillian M.
“I cannot recommend Gillian and her partner enough! It was my first time being away from my 4 month old puppy and they were kind, very quick to respond, and took amazing care of my little guy! They updated me on his everything when I picked him up, as well as sent so many pictures while he stayed with them. I was nervous about leaving him for the first time but they and their cute dog Bowie were SO welcoming to my little one. Thank you guys so much!!! :)”
4. Kristin T.
“Kristin was very communicative. I know my boy had a blast playing with the other dogs. Thank you for giving me peace of mind while I was away ❤️”
5. Natthinee B.
“I booked with Natt for a last minute thanksgiving trip and I’m glad I was able to have her watch my dog Coco for me while I was gone. The communication from start to end was great all the daily updates on my dog and the picture mail was amazing my dog was well taken care of I appreciate and thank you for everything. I will be booking again in the future.”
6. Steve R.
“At first I was nervous since it was my first time using the service but I had to travel out for six days of business conferences. Steve and his wife and son are awesome. They even had my guy in the pool teaching him how to swim. I got tons of pics every day and texts on how he was doing. Towards the end I was worried if my dog would want to return home with me!!! These people are awesome amazing giving souls. I am thankful to have found them and to know there are people out there like this. Sent from my iPhone”
7. Ricky R.
“Ricky did a great job with Maggie Mae. She was happy when I picked her up and she was frisky around Ricky and his family. She was well taken care of.”
8. Alyssa M.
“Jake had fun! He came home to us exhausted which is good. Alyssa would send us photo updates and we had no issues with her, would recommend! 😁”
9. Patrick & Susan D.
“I hate leaving my girl and have nearly impossible standards for pet sitters. Patrick and Susan are one of the very few pet sitters that allow me to go away and feel confident that my dog will be safe, comfortable, and happy.”
10. Sandra C.
“Sandra took great care of my Raven. She sent pictures and had great communication. Raven had a great time in her home. I love that she takes just one dog at a time and has a great yard. She treated Raven as her own. Would definitely book again!”
11. Lauramarie & Michael V.
“This was a very pleasent and worry free experience. I am so glad my dog Bixie was able to stay with Laura Marie and Michael while we were out of town almost 3 weeks. They are wonderful, have taken excellent care of Bixie and have keep us updated with pictures and notes. Thank you for your amazing help.”
12. Elise V.
“So thankful for Elise and her family! Our sweet boy had a great overnight stay - Elise was incredibly accommodating and sent us a few updates during our his stay. Thanks again!”
13. Cassi W.
“Cassi is simply the best!!! She has become my puppy's 2nd mom when I am away. I could not be happier with how much she loves caring for my Remi. She is on top of it all from the wonderful atmosphere she provides the animals she cares for to the awesome pictures and updates she provides. I have busy weekends with a teenager that is active in everything on the weekends and having Cassi allows my boy to get the attention and care he deserves instead of being home all day alone. Cassi has truly become a gift to me and my puppy. We will be customers of Cassi's as long as she will have us. I simply cannot recommend her enough. She truly loves what she does! Thankful for you Cassi!”
14. NeemaElie J.
“Neema has helped babysit my senior dog for the past 10 years and she is great with animals. She makes sure their needs are met and is very loving. Your animal with be in good hands”
15. Heather & Norman R.
“We boarded our dog, Guinness, with Heather and Norman for two days, and they were absolutely wonderful! Heather and Norman were sweet and took excellent care of Guinness. They took him for walks and even sent us photos. It was clear that Guinness and their dog, Zeus, got along so well and had a great time playing together. Now that he's home, Guinness seems sad and misses Zeus. We will definitely use Heather and Norman's services again. Highly recommended!”
16. Angela & Tommy P.
“Khanh and Tommy welcomed us into their home for a very last minute boarding request. We received several updates, with pictures and video while we were away. Their love and care was evident and we know Astro had such a fun time! We are so grateful to have found them and we are looking forward to working with them again very soon! Look no further!! This is the right family to take care of your pup(s)!”
17. Emily & Mitchell J.
“Emily J. is a wonderful pet caregiver! Her years of experience with pets truly shine through, as she’s attentive, caring, and skilled in managing all kinds of needs—from playful puppies to senior dogs. She’s incredibly responsible and has the flexibility to give pets the time and attention they deserve. I highly recommend her!”
18. Lauren C.
“Lauren took amazing care of my dog. She sent me photos and updates throughout the night. She was very attentive and made sure my dog was comfortable throughout the night. She also has two very sweet dogs and a very clean home. I will definitely be a repeat client!”
19. Luis C.
“He did an amazing job with my dog and gave me an update on how she was doing every few days. He even gave her a good brushing before we picked her up. 10/10, would recommend and would definitely book again!!!”
20. Stephanie T.
“Clover had a great stay with Stephanie! We appreciated all the communication and photos we received from Stephanie while we were away, and we felt confident that our furry one was in good hands!”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Ellington on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $45 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 482 sitters provided dog boarding in Ellington. 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, 92% of Ellington dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Ellington have an average of 16 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 Ellington.
Rover makes it easy to find Ellington 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 482 dog boarding sitters in Ellington on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Ellington, 97% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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