Dog Boarding in Elsmere, DE
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“Rita went above and beyond to take care of our pups over our wedding weekend - she even kindly transported them to the venue for us for a quick round of photos. They had a great time!! She sent regular updates and was overall a real pleasure to work with. We knew our pups were in great hands with Rita! Thank you so much!!!”
“Andres did a great job with our two 1 year old dogs. Both came home happy as Andres has plenty of room for them to run around and play. It's our first Rover experience and we were both relieved to find a sitter with plenty of experience. I would recommend Andres.”
“Claudia was absolutely fantastic! She sent frequent updates with pictures and was super caring. I could tell that she has a true passion for animals when I first met her. Everything worked out so easily that I had no cares leaving my dog behind. I will be using her again for sure. Thanks Claudia!!!!”
“Nick was an amazing sitter for my dog. My dog is a senior and he made me feel comfortable leaving her in his care. He sent me picture updates throughout the day. It helped me feel at ease that she was adjusting and having a great time. I knew she was was in great hands. I would use Nick again!”
“This was my first time using Rover. Our stay with Adriene was wonderful. Sheldon has only stayed overnight with family or a close friend previously. Adrienne’s home was so inviting and her 2 dogs were so sweet. Sheldon is a picky eater and she sat on the floor with him to help get him to eat. He had a great stay. :)”
“Joseph took great care of our dogs. They had plenty time outside and he kept me updated with pictures and videos during their stay. I will definitely use Joseph again if the need arises.”
“Elisabeth was absolutely amazing! Leaving my Great Dane, Blueberry, for the weekend was so hard, but she made the entire experience so much easier for both of us. From the moment I dropped him off, I could tell how much care and compassion she puts into what she does. She treated Blueberry like he was her own, which is no small task because he’s not the easiest dog to handle. Elisabeth kept me updated with the pictures and videos that made me feel continually comforted while I was missing him. It was clear that she genuinely cared about Blueberry’s happiness and comfort, which gave me so much peace of mind during my separation anxiety. What truly stood out was her extraordinary level of care. When Blueberry got up in the middle of the night, Elisabeth didn’t just leave him on his own—she went out to the couch and slept with him to make sure he felt secure. That thoughtful, empathetic gesture is more than I ever could have expected. I couldn’t be more grateful for Elisabeth and everything she did for Blueberry and me this weekend. She went above and beyond in every way, and I’m so excited for the chance to work with her again in the future. Thank you so much again Elisabeth!”
“Alberta was amazing with our senior dog! She sent pictures and updates and has excellent communication. I could tell she paid close attention to our dogs moods and needs during her stay. I really appreciate Alberta and highly recommend her!”
“First I wanna say, I never left my fur baby with anyone.. From the first hour I got lots of pictures and reassurance. They did a really amazing job and I would definitely recommend to anyone.”
“Samantha was great with my Finley. She sent pictures throughout the day and took her on a walk. Finley was her normal happy self when I picked her up and I can tell she enjoyed her time at Samanthas.”
“Jenning was great through this whole process. This was my first time using rover and leaving Nipsey with anybody. She was very helpful and knowledgable prior to booking and during his stay. She kept me updated with both pictures and videos and was easy to communicate with. She also gave me a list of things to pack prior to arriving and gave me a few pointers and suggestions for new things to order. Highly recommend Jenning to anyone looking to book, she cared Nipsey like her own.”
“Sara is the best! She is kind, fun, and loving! Mina loves to be at Sara's house as she never cries to leave once left at Sara's home. She also loves Sara's dog, Penny. It is heartwarming to see how they play together. I know Sara takes good care of Mina as she communicates with me on a regular basis as to how Mina responds to her care. We have a good working relationship and Mina clearly loves to be with Sara and her family! Can't wait until the next visit! I know I can count on Sara to treat Mina as her own.”
“We had a wonderful experience with Andy. Mocha was well cared for and enjoyed her stay. She tends to be a bit nervous in new situations, but she was right at home here and got along well with Jimmy. We will definitely have her stay again.”
“I can't say enough good things about Ashley! She was absolutely fantastic with Kodak. From the moment I met her, I could tell she was genuine and caring, and that definitely showed in the way she took care of him. Kodak was clearly happy and well-cared for, and I received updates with pictures, which put my mind at ease. I highly recommend Ashley to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving dog sitter!”
“Cecelia took good care of our pup. She was very professional and flexible with meeting up, drop off and pick up. We appreciated the updates and special attention to meeting our dogs needs.”
“Shanisa was a true blessing. It was short notice and she performed above and beyond my expectations. My dog was (first time from home) was comfortable and happy in her car. I appreciate the quality time she gave him. I definitely will be using her again.”
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Rita T.
“Rita went above and beyond to take care of our pups over our wedding weekend - she even kindly transported them to the venue for us for a quick round of photos. They had a great time!! She sent regular updates and was overall a real pleasure to work with. We knew our pups were in great hands with Rita! Thank you so much!!!”
Katie D.Star Sitter
“Katie was great! I felt comfortable going on my vacation and having Max stay with Katie. I will definitely be booking with Katie again in the future!”
Andres D.
Star Sitter
“Andres did a great job with our two 1 year old dogs. Both came home happy as Andres has plenty of room for them to run around and play. It's our first Rover experience and we were both relieved to find a sitter with plenty of experience. I would recommend Andres.”
Claudia T.Star Sitter
“Claudia was absolutely fantastic! She sent frequent updates with pictures and was super caring. I could tell that she has a true passion for animals when I first met her. Everything worked out so easily that I had no cares leaving my dog behind. I will be using her again for sure. Thanks Claudia!!!!”
Nick O.Star Sitter
“Nick was an amazing sitter for my dog. My dog is a senior and he made me feel comfortable leaving her in his care. He sent me picture updates throughout the day. It helped me feel at ease that she was adjusting and having a great time. I knew she was was in great hands. I would use Nick again!”
Olivia R.Star Sitter
“Olivia is awesome . Bob had such a good time, she sent me updates of him snuggled in and happy. He didn’t need his anxiety medicine at all. So thankful !”
Adriene T.Star Sitter
“This was my first time using Rover. Our stay with Adriene was wonderful. Sheldon has only stayed overnight with family or a close friend previously. Adrienne’s home was so inviting and her 2 dogs were so sweet. Sheldon is a picky eater and she sat on the floor with him to help get him to eat. He had a great stay. :)”
Joseph G.Star Sitter
“Joseph took great care of our dogs. They had plenty time outside and he kept me updated with pictures and videos during their stay. I will definitely use Joseph again if the need arises.”
Elisabeth A.
“Elisabeth was absolutely amazing! Leaving my Great Dane, Blueberry, for the weekend was so hard, but she made the entire experience so much easier for both of us. From the moment I dropped him off, I could tell how much care and compassion she puts into what she does. She treated Blueberry like he was her own, which is no small task because he’s not the easiest dog to handle. Elisabeth kept me updated with the pictures and videos that made me feel continually comforted while I was missing him. It was clear that she genuinely cared about Blueberry’s happiness and comfort, which gave me so much peace of mind during my separation anxiety. What truly stood out was her extraordinary level of care. When Blueberry got up in the middle of the night, Elisabeth didn’t just leave him on his own—she went out to the couch and slept with him to make sure he felt secure. That thoughtful, empathetic gesture is more than I ever could have expected. I couldn’t be more grateful for Elisabeth and everything she did for Blueberry and me this weekend. She went above and beyond in every way, and I’m so excited for the chance to work with her again in the future. Thank you so much again Elisabeth!”
Alberta C.
“Alberta was amazing with our senior dog! She sent pictures and updates and has excellent communication. I could tell she paid close attention to our dogs moods and needs during her stay. I really appreciate Alberta and highly recommend her!”
Kathryn C.
“First I wanna say, I never left my fur baby with anyone.. From the first hour I got lots of pictures and reassurance. They did a really amazing job and I would definitely recommend to anyone.”
Monique B.
“AMAZING!!!!”
Samantha D.
“Samantha was great with my Finley. She sent pictures throughout the day and took her on a walk. Finley was her normal happy self when I picked her up and I can tell she enjoyed her time at Samanthas.”
Jenning B.
“Jenning was great through this whole process. This was my first time using rover and leaving Nipsey with anybody. She was very helpful and knowledgable prior to booking and during his stay. She kept me updated with both pictures and videos and was easy to communicate with. She also gave me a list of things to pack prior to arriving and gave me a few pointers and suggestions for new things to order. Highly recommend Jenning to anyone looking to book, she cared Nipsey like her own.”
Sara R.
“Sara is the best! She is kind, fun, and loving! Mina loves to be at Sara's house as she never cries to leave once left at Sara's home. She also loves Sara's dog, Penny. It is heartwarming to see how they play together. I know Sara takes good care of Mina as she communicates with me on a regular basis as to how Mina responds to her care. We have a good working relationship and Mina clearly loves to be with Sara and her family! Can't wait until the next visit! I know I can count on Sara to treat Mina as her own.”
Andrew M.Star Sitter
“We had a wonderful experience with Andy. Mocha was well cared for and enjoyed her stay. She tends to be a bit nervous in new situations, but she was right at home here and got along well with Jimmy. We will definitely have her stay again.”
Ashley S.
“I can't say enough good things about Ashley! She was absolutely fantastic with Kodak. From the moment I met her, I could tell she was genuine and caring, and that definitely showed in the way she took care of him. Kodak was clearly happy and well-cared for, and I received updates with pictures, which put my mind at ease. I highly recommend Ashley to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving dog sitter!”
Cecilia R.
Star Sitter
“Cecelia took good care of our pup. She was very professional and flexible with meeting up, drop off and pick up. We appreciated the updates and special attention to meeting our dogs needs.”
Shanisa J.
“Shanisa was a true blessing. It was short notice and she performed above and beyond my expectations. My dog was (first time from home) was comfortable and happy in her car. I appreciate the quality time she gave him. I definitely will be using her again.”
Jade H.Star Sitter
“Amaya did amazing. Jade was an excellent sitter (especially on late notice!). She was very communicative throughout my 5 days away which I always appreciate.”
Elsmere dog parents share their Rover experiences
I was very extremely satisfied with the boarding services provided by Samantha and her family. My labrador pet "Lego" had a great time during his boarding. Samantha has a nice fenced backyard to provide a nice work out and play for the dogs and her dog "Tank" was a great company for Lego. She kept us updated with photos and how the day was with our pet. Would definitely leverage her service on my next boarding requirement.
I couldn’t have asked for a better couple to watch my boy on his first time boarding. Tommy and Bri were amazing and there fur babies where sooo welcoming to my Lt Day. They even took the time to send pics and links the updates on who Day Day was doing. We will definitely be return customers if they will have us 😂🥰
Sara is the best! She is kind, fun, and loving! Mina loves to be at Sara's house as she never cries to leave once left at Sara's home. She also loves Sara's dog, Penny. It is heartwarming to see how they play together. I know Sara takes good care of Mina as she communicates with me on a regular basis as to how Mina responds to her care. We have a good working relationship and Mina clearly loves to be with Sara and her family! Can't wait until the next visit! I know I can count on Sara to treat Mina as her own.
Nathalie was amazing! Our dog stayed with her for 12 days while we were out of the country. From the moment we met Nathalie we felt that our pup would be in good hands, and we remained completely comfortable throughout our entire trip. Nathalie is a great communicator, sending frequent updates on how our pup was doing, complete with adorable pictures! When we got home our dog was her normal happy bouncy self, a sign of a great and relaxing stay.
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Sitters in Elsmere average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, 919 sitters provided dog boarding in Elsmere. 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 Elsmere dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Elsmere have an average of 18 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 Elsmere.
Rover makes it easy to find Elsmere 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 919 dog boarding sitters in Elsmere on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Elsmere, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
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