Dog Boarding in Elmwood, IL
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“We were so pleased with the care that Diggy received from Melissa. Her place was neat and clean with a great fenced yard. She treated our pup like her own and we felt so good knowing that he was enjoying his time while we were away. Our family really enjoyed the picture updates that Melissa sent us so we could see that Diggy was doing well and having fun. Melissa was so accommodating and attentive to Digory, you can really tell that she cares about her own dogs and her doggy visitors. We will definitely book with Melissa again.”
“Chelsea's home is our furbaby's new home away from home. There's a lotta love and attention going on there--with pics! We couldn't be happier. Blessed to have found you, Chelsea and family. Thank you for everything.”
“Khahn went above and beyond during Leo’s stay. She stayed in constant contact with me, sending pictures and even gave him a bath. She is hands on and very loving with the dogs in her care. We will definitely be back!”
“Fantastic! Let us know how our dog was doing all throughout the stay, and was very communicative. Super nice, and couldn’t recommend more. We will for sure use Lola for any future trips with our dog!”
About: I've watched dogs and cats of friends, family and strangers on and off for the past 10 years. I have experienced with small to XL dogs, young and older! I’m a stay at home mom. Our boys are rarely home alone for more than a couple hours at a time, a couple days a week. I have a fenced yard and two boys that are ready to play. They have unlimited access to the yard, toys and water. We have a cat who is very friendly, but will most likely keep to himself.
“Our flight got delayed and September accomodated our request to hold Lucas past the pickup time. She send nice photos and when picking him, we can feel he was happy and safe.”
“My Kona was very happy with De'Aysia. She even clipped her nails for me which I had mentioned I was struggling with. Would definitely book her again for a future stay. ?”
“We were so happy with the care Kristine and her family gave our dog. He was pampered and loved playing in the fenced yard. He even got some dog-friendly bday cake. Our dog is blind so he needs a little tlc and he was definitely given that. We highly recommend and will use again.”
About: I have 3 small rescued dogs and they love other dogs and enjoy playmates. We have a doggie door that they can access the yard from 6 AM to 9 PM. The yard is secure and the fence is 4 feet high. Your dog will get played with, loved and spoiled in my care. I do not anticipate any problem with my daily or weekly routine. I would not accept an assignment if I knew I was too busy that week. Your pet comes first with me. Your fur baby will be in great hands. We love dogs, and our dogs are very friendly and enjoy other dogs. I never get tired of giving attention to any animal.
“BJ warmly welcomed Bentley into her home and was methodical with acclimating him to the house and her two dogs. She kept me updated with his activities and treated him as if he was member of her family.”
“I was looking for a new sitter….I found my previous sitter on here and she was amazing. Emily will be new sitter, she kept me updated with pics and Amaya loved being there. She truly treated her like one of her owns.”
“Faith did an excellent job taking care of my two dogs! She gave frequent updates and provided many pictures of them having a fun time. She offered some job observations of their behaviors and provided constructive recommendations. I plan on utilizing her again for dog sitting services.”
“Melody was so great with our dogs & they loved their stay. Her yard was perfect with a great fence & she was able to accommodate our high energy girl by taking her on walks. Would definitely recommend Melody & we so appreciate the care she showed our dogs while we were gone.”
“Melissa was incredible and so easy to communicate with My dog got to play with her lovely puppy! And they both were tiring each other out! The yard was a bonus! Melissa sent updates regularly and kept up with my puppy Keanu Reeves! Will use again! She was amazing!”
“Rachelle and Nate are the best. We feel so secure leaving our two doodles with them because they are so affectionate with our “kids” and are great communicators with messages and photos during their stay. ❤️❤️”
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Melissa G.
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“We were so pleased with the care that Diggy received from Melissa. Her place was neat and clean with a great fenced yard. She treated our pup like her own and we felt so good knowing that he was enjoying his time while we were away. Our family really enjoyed the picture updates that Melissa sent us so we could see that Diggy was doing well and having fun. Melissa was so accommodating and attentive to Digory, you can really tell that she cares about her own dogs and her doggy visitors. We will definitely book with Melissa again.”
Chelsey B.
“Chelsea's home is our furbaby's new home away from home. There's a lotta love and attention going on there--with pics! We couldn't be happier. Blessed to have found you, Chelsea and family. Thank you for everything.”
Khanh V.Star Sitter
“Khahn went above and beyond during Leo’s stay. She stayed in constant contact with me, sending pictures and even gave him a bath. She is hands on and very loving with the dogs in her care. We will definitely be back!”
Lola M.Star Sitter
“Fantastic! Let us know how our dog was doing all throughout the stay, and was very communicative. Super nice, and couldn’t recommend more. We will for sure use Lola for any future trips with our dog!”
Jenelle H.
“Great with pets! My pup loved spending time with her and her family. My pup received plenty of attention during her stay! Will definitely book hee again in the future.”
September N.
“Our flight got delayed and September accomodated our request to hold Lucas past the pickup time. She send nice photos and when picking him, we can feel he was happy and safe.”
De'Aysia T.Star Sitter
“My Kona was very happy with De'Aysia. She even clipped her nails for me which I had mentioned I was struggling with. Would definitely book her again for a future stay. ?”
Kristine R.Star Sitter
“We were so happy with the care Kristine and her family gave our dog. He was pampered and loved playing in the fenced yard. He even got some dog-friendly bday cake. Our dog is blind so he needs a little tlc and he was definitely given that. We highly recommend and will use again.”
Hector O.
“Hector was the best dog sitter we've ever used, hands down. He sent plenty of updates and photos, he was kind and our nervous dogs did very well with him!”
Carol M.
About: I have 3 small rescued dogs and they love other dogs and enjoy playmates. We have a doggie door that they can access the yard from 6 AM to 9 PM. The yard is secure and the fence is 4 feet high. Your dog will get played with, loved and spoiled in my care. I do not anticipate any problem with my daily or weekly routine. I would not accept an assignment if I knew I was too busy that week. Your pet comes first with me. Your fur baby will be in great hands. We love dogs, and our dogs are very friendly and enjoy other dogs. I never get tired of giving attention to any animal.
Bj W.Star Sitter
“BJ warmly welcomed Bentley into her home and was methodical with acclimating him to the house and her two dogs. She kept me updated with his activities and treated him as if he was member of her family.”
Megan C.Star Sitter
“Megan did an amazing job taking care of our 2 girls. She communicated constantly and showed love and attention with our two labs. Highly recommended Megan!!!”
sela c.
“Sela is an awesome sitter and made my dog feel right at home. She was very accommodating, open, and outgoing. I will gladly book with her again the next time I am in town.”
Emily L.Star Sitter
“I was looking for a new sitter….I found my previous sitter on here and she was amazing. Emily will be new sitter, she kept me updated with pics and Amaya loved being there. She truly treated her like one of her owns.”
Faith K.
“Faith did an excellent job taking care of my two dogs! She gave frequent updates and provided many pictures of them having a fun time. She offered some job observations of their behaviors and provided constructive recommendations. I plan on utilizing her again for dog sitting services.”
Leslee D.
“Leslee took amazing care of our 8-year old English Bulldog, Sookie, while we were away. She sent us plenty of pictures of Sookie playing which really put us at ease.”
Melody H.
“Melody was so great with our dogs & they loved their stay. Her yard was perfect with a great fence & she was able to accommodate our high energy girl by taking her on walks. Would definitely recommend Melody & we so appreciate the care she showed our dogs while we were gone.”
Melissa C.
“Melissa was incredible and so easy to communicate with My dog got to play with her lovely puppy! And they both were tiring each other out! The yard was a bonus! Melissa sent updates regularly and kept up with my puppy Keanu Reeves! Will use again! She was amazing!”
Rachelle P.
“Rachelle and Nate are the best. We feel so secure leaving our two doodles with them because they are so affectionate with our “kids” and are great communicators with messages and photos during their stay. ❤️❤️”
Ronald B.
“Luca had a good time at Ron. And we were happy that he was at a safe place. From the video and photo Ron send we could see how comfortable our pup was. Thanks Ron and family.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Elmwood is $35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Elmwood dog boarding rates can be found as low as $38 to as high as $44 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 62 sitters provided dog boarding in Elmwood. 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 Elmwood dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Elmwood.
Rover makes it easy to find Elmwood 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 62 dog boarding sitters in Elmwood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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.
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