Dog Boarding in Elmwood, Philadelphia
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“Donte boarded my senior German Shepherd for 5 days including Christmas Day. She was well cared for, receiving her medications twice a day to manage her hip arthritis and pain from IVDD. She came home rested and without any signs of over exertion, which can be difficult to manage while other dogs are boarded. My only concern was that I had become used to Rover hires providing a daily update; I had not explicitly asked for this and Donte sent one unprompted update (on Christmas), but he was very quick to respond when I reached out to check in on her. He also offered an important observation at pick up about the length of my dogs back toenails, indicating careful attention to the dog’s wellbeing.”
“Madeline and her husband were wonderful. So welcoming to me and my dog. It made me feel so happy that I could leave my pooch in the care of such warm and relaxed people. My dog had a great time and I got multiple pictures daily. Will definitely be coming back!”
“Ashley did such an incredible job watching my dog, I wish I could give her more than five stars. She was so attentive to his needs and was sure to send me so many pictures of my little guy while I was gone. I already told her we’d be using her again, because I’ve been so whole-heartedly impressed with her. She woke up early and stayed up late to adjust to my crazy schedule while traveling. Thank you so much, Ashley.”
“Robert took such good care of Ivy. I could tell she was so comfortable and happy through the updates and photos he sent. The photos were such amazing quality and they made me smile when i was missing my pup!”
“We had a very good experience boarding our dog with Nicole. She lives very close to the airport, so it was very convenient leaving our dog and then picking her up after the trip. Coco was with Nicole 3 days, it was her first time boarding or staying without us, but Nicole gave her a warm company and took care of her these days. I received everyday updates with photos, Coco played with other dogs and went for a long walks. We stayed satisfied with Nicole’s service.”
“Tony was nice. He has a beautiful home with a clean and private yard for dogs to roam and play. Tony sent lots of pics and updates, which I like.”
“Our dog Pinta loved staying with Eric and his wife. They were super communicative with us and took her on lots of walks even in the snow and very cold temperatures. It was clear that our pup received a lot of love! We will definitely reach out to them again when we need a sitter.”
“Kristina does such a great job with Oli, who clearly loves hanging out at her home while we are away. Kristina sends lots of pictures of her long daily walks and playtime at home.”
“Awesome sitters! They took great care of Winnie and provided lots of photos and updates. Great communication and reliability. I could tell Winnie got lots of attention and care.”
“Alice is an amazing sitter! From our first interaction, she was thorough and diligent about making sure she adhered to my dog’s needs and routine. She checked in frequently and made my anxious dog feel safe and at home. I would absolutely book her again!”
“Kanade and her husband were such amazing sitters for my 2.5 year old Pom mix, Marsha. They treated her like she was one of their own and were so communicative with me. I'll definitely asking Kanade to watch her again soon. Thank you again!”
“Emilio was very accommodating for a last minute overnight booking for my puppy. Emilio was very kind and professional and sent pictures and videos randomly and when asked. We will definitely use Emilio again for any future doggy needs.”
“Lucy II enjoyed her stay and making new friends. Deena was a caring and sensitive host and made us feel that Lucy was in the best of hands. Thnks again for making our summer vacation possible!”
“Kevin made my 12 yo dog comfortable from the start. And I felt good about leaving him there for the first time. I appreciated getting a couple photos, and I’m sure there will be a next time in the future. Thx Kevin (and Rover)!”
“I couldn’t be more thrilled with the incredible care my energetic and loving dog received from Gina over the five days I was away! From the moment I dropped him off, I could tell he was in great hands. Gina was so attentive, kind, and patient, and it was clear she went above and beyond to make sure my dog felt right at home. My dog is full of energy, and I was nervous about how he'd do in a new environment, but Gina handled it all perfectly. She kept him entertained with plenty of walks, playtime, and cuddles, and I could tell he felt safe and loved the entire time. She sent me regular updates and pictures, which really put my mind at ease. I am so grateful for Gina's warmth, and dedication to making sure my dog had a good time. When I picked him up, he was happy, healthy, and well-exercised—he even seemed a little sad to leave! I highly recommend Gina to anyone in need of a fantastic sitter for their dog. I’ll definitely be booking again! Thank you for everything!”
“Lucca has such a great time, both at doggy daycare and an overnight stay. The other pups kept him super engaged and he came home a tuckered boy. Brigitte/Alicia/Andrew communicate readily, share great updates, and take much appreciated measures to keep dogs safe including confirming vaccines status and being mindful to not take on too many dogs at any one time.”
“Nicole was great with my beagle Peggy! Very friendly, flexible with timing, kept up her training, and sent photos and status updates. I'm glad Peggy had such a good time!”
“Ginger was amazing with Penny! Penny can be a bit anxious when staying with new people but she made her feel right at home from the start. She sent regular updates and made sure she had plenty of exercise. I felt really comfortable leaving penny with her and would highly recommend her to others!”
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Donte B.
“Donte boarded my senior German Shepherd for 5 days including Christmas Day. She was well cared for, receiving her medications twice a day to manage her hip arthritis and pain from IVDD. She came home rested and without any signs of over exertion, which can be difficult to manage while other dogs are boarded. My only concern was that I had become used to Rover hires providing a daily update; I had not explicitly asked for this and Donte sent one unprompted update (on Christmas), but he was very quick to respond when I reached out to check in on her. He also offered an important observation at pick up about the length of my dogs back toenails, indicating careful attention to the dog’s wellbeing.”
Madeline S.Star Sitter
“Madeline and her husband were wonderful. So welcoming to me and my dog. It made me feel so happy that I could leave my pooch in the care of such warm and relaxed people. My dog had a great time and I got multiple pictures daily. Will definitely be coming back!”
Ashley L.Star Sitter
“Ashley did such an incredible job watching my dog, I wish I could give her more than five stars. She was so attentive to his needs and was sure to send me so many pictures of my little guy while I was gone. I already told her we’d be using her again, because I’ve been so whole-heartedly impressed with her. She woke up early and stayed up late to adjust to my crazy schedule while traveling. Thank you so much, Ashley.”
Robert E.Star Sitter
“Robert took such good care of Ivy. I could tell she was so comfortable and happy through the updates and photos he sent. The photos were such amazing quality and they made me smile when i was missing my pup!”
Nicole A.Star Sitter
“We had a very good experience boarding our dog with Nicole. She lives very close to the airport, so it was very convenient leaving our dog and then picking her up after the trip. Coco was with Nicole 3 days, it was her first time boarding or staying without us, but Nicole gave her a warm company and took care of her these days. I received everyday updates with photos, Coco played with other dogs and went for a long walks. We stayed satisfied with Nicole’s service.”
Tony B.
Star Sitter
“Tony was nice. He has a beautiful home with a clean and private yard for dogs to roam and play. Tony sent lots of pics and updates, which I like.”
Eric D.Star Sitter
“Our dog Pinta loved staying with Eric and his wife. They were super communicative with us and took her on lots of walks even in the snow and very cold temperatures. It was clear that our pup received a lot of love! We will definitely reach out to them again when we need a sitter.”
Kristina M.Star Sitter
“Kristina does such a great job with Oli, who clearly loves hanging out at her home while we are away. Kristina sends lots of pictures of her long daily walks and playtime at home.”
Katheryn S.Star Sitter
“Awesome sitters! They took great care of Winnie and provided lots of photos and updates. Great communication and reliability. I could tell Winnie got lots of attention and care.”
Alice L.Star Sitter
“Alice is an amazing sitter! From our first interaction, she was thorough and diligent about making sure she adhered to my dog’s needs and routine. She checked in frequently and made my anxious dog feel safe and at home. I would absolutely book her again!”
Kanade O.
“Kanade and her husband were such amazing sitters for my 2.5 year old Pom mix, Marsha. They treated her like she was one of their own and were so communicative with me. I'll definitely asking Kanade to watch her again soon. Thank you again!”
Emilio T.
“Emilio was very accommodating for a last minute overnight booking for my puppy. Emilio was very kind and professional and sent pictures and videos randomly and when asked. We will definitely use Emilio again for any future doggy needs.”
Deena S.Star Sitter
“Lucy II enjoyed her stay and making new friends. Deena was a caring and sensitive host and made us feel that Lucy was in the best of hands. Thnks again for making our summer vacation possible!”
Kevin W.
“Kevin made my 12 yo dog comfortable from the start. And I felt good about leaving him there for the first time. I appreciated getting a couple photos, and I’m sure there will be a next time in the future. Thx Kevin (and Rover)!”
Gina G.Star Sitter
“I couldn’t be more thrilled with the incredible care my energetic and loving dog received from Gina over the five days I was away! From the moment I dropped him off, I could tell he was in great hands. Gina was so attentive, kind, and patient, and it was clear she went above and beyond to make sure my dog felt right at home. My dog is full of energy, and I was nervous about how he'd do in a new environment, but Gina handled it all perfectly. She kept him entertained with plenty of walks, playtime, and cuddles, and I could tell he felt safe and loved the entire time. She sent me regular updates and pictures, which really put my mind at ease. I am so grateful for Gina's warmth, and dedication to making sure my dog had a good time. When I picked him up, he was happy, healthy, and well-exercised—he even seemed a little sad to leave! I highly recommend Gina to anyone in need of a fantastic sitter for their dog. I’ll definitely be booking again! Thank you for everything!”
Brigitte & Alicia & Andrew & Yosea & Esther A.
“Lucca has such a great time, both at doggy daycare and an overnight stay. The other pups kept him super engaged and he came home a tuckered boy. Brigitte/Alicia/Andrew communicate readily, share great updates, and take much appreciated measures to keep dogs safe including confirming vaccines status and being mindful to not take on too many dogs at any one time.”
Jayanna C.
“Jayanna was amazing with my cat Royal! Super sweet, reliable, and kept me updated the whole time. Would definitely ask her to watch him again!”
Nicole M.Star Sitter
“Nicole was great with my beagle Peggy! Very friendly, flexible with timing, kept up her training, and sent photos and status updates. I'm glad Peggy had such a good time!”
Chloe J.Star Sitter
“Chloe was great with Enzo! She took great care of our pup, communicated well and provided updates regularly. We would definitely book her again!”
Virginia "Ginger" H.Star Sitter
“Ginger was amazing with Penny! Penny can be a bit anxious when staying with new people but she made her feel right at home from the start. She sent regular updates and made sure she had plenty of exercise. I felt really comfortable leaving penny with her and would highly recommend her to others!”
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Elmwood dog parents share their Rover experiences
This was my second time having Olivia take care of my dog, and she did just as great of a job as the first time. My dog was excited when we returned to her place, which says a lot. Olivia sends photos and updates, takes my dog on long walks, and follows care instructions. And her dog Lorraine is a wonderful host!
Natalie was amazing. Very responsive in her communication, making sure all our dogs needs were understood and met. Great pictures and videos while we were away. Even teaching her new skills and tricks. Our dog settled in very well. And came home very relaxed and content. We will definitely book again. Thank you Natalie
Sam is a great sitter! Very kind person who is good with animals. Did a meet and greet, asked important questions, sent lots of photos, and returned a very happy dog. Went above and beyond with an early morning walk before an early morning pick up! Will definitely use again.
I cannot say enough about the outstanding care Tony B. provided for my father-in-law’s two dogs after his recent passing. It was an emotional and challenging time, and Tony stepped in on very short notice. From the moment we dropped them off, he gave us complete peace of mind—sending photos and videos throughout their stay so we knew they were happy and well cared for. Tony didn’t just board them—he treated them like his own. He shared helpful tips for transitioning them to new care providers, was incredibly empathetic to our situation, and even extended their stay by an extra day when we needed more time. His compassion, flexibility, and genuine love for animals were evident in every interaction. If you’re looking for a boarder who is professional, caring, and truly goes above and beyond, Tony is your guy. We are so grateful. Thank you, Tony!
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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available 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
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