Dog Boarding in Emporia, IN
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1. Shyann E.


“Super attentive and easy to work with! She treats your pet like they’re her own. Will continue to ask Shyann to watch my pup anytime she needs a sitter!”


2. Gabriel B.

“We received peace of mind by daily checkins with pictures or videos of our little pup. Our Daisy girl was in very good capable loving hands with Gabriel. We highly recommend him and will plan on booking him again if we need it.”


3. Monika A.

“Monika was awesome! She kept us up to date on daily activities and sent pictures of Rufus. We will defiantly have Monika take care of Rufus again.”


4. Michelle G.

“This was the first time I was boarding my puppy Trooper. As soon as we got to Michelle’s house, I knew my puppy was going to be in great hands! Throughout the weekend, she provided multiple pictures showing him having the best of time! We will 100% always choose Michelle to look after Trooper! Thank you SO MUCH”


5. Steven H.


“Steven was really good about sending updates & pictures to me during my dog Frankie stay with him. I can tell Frankie was well taken care of.”


6. Gerard W.


“Gerard took amazing care of our husky, Timber! He watched him while we were out of state, and updated us everyday! If we ever need a sitter again, Gerard will be first on our list to ask!”


7. Britny C.


“Britny was amazing. I felt very comfortable when I met her and the dogs slept for 2 days straight when they got home so I know they had a great time. She took care of our elderly dogs and did some extras for them that I requested. They came home with a fresh bath smell as well. Thank you so much! We will use you again.”


8. Kari & Clint T.


“Our Ellie was clean and tired from all the playing with other dogs. We received regular daily updates and pictures. This couple is definitely centered on the well-being of the dogs in their care. We will definitely use them again and highly recommend them.”


9. Michelle W.
About: I taken care of pets for 29 years I'm a mother of 5 and 8 grandkids. Lot of love in our house.Ive delivered pups and also rescue them. I work from home and my client live next door always There for people's pets.Have boarding kennel outside as well.Animal will be well care for. I follow all clients instructions.Ensure potty breaks and fun time. We do park walks and neighborhood walks as well.I live in nice area and very safe


10. yelena p.

“Yelena was very sweet with my dog she sent multiple pictures and gave updates daily. My dog can be very shy and I could see from the pictures my dog was comfortable being with Yelena and having fun with her and her dogs.”


11. Lauren & Zach P.

“Lauren, Zach and her boys took the best care of our dog. It was our first time leaving our dog at a new home and we were nervous, but Lauren offered a meet & greet first and it was clear how much the whole family loved animals and would make our boy part of their pack. Their sweet family took great care of our dog, sent us lots of pics and updates. We came back to a happy dog and he was so well taken care of and loved. Thanks for everything, a true blessing we found Lauren and fam!”


12. Adrianne J.


“My dog had so much fun at her house. We got constant updates and photos to show us how she was doing. I would most definitely use her in the future.”


13. Julie K.


“She did an amazing job looking after our puppy. She updated me often and even sent him home with a full report about his stay. I plan on booking services again with no hesitation. Thank you Julie!”


14. Naomi B.

“Naomi is always friendly, professional, and flexible. On our last visit, it rained all weekend and Buster must’ve gotten extremely muddy. But when we got home we found him clean and dry! We appreciate having someone we can trust to take such great care of our mutt!”


15. Taylor & Kevin P.

“Here’s the updated review with their names: I recently hired Taylor & Kevin to take care of my dog, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! They were both attentive, responsible, and truly cared for my dog as if it were their own. My dog warmed up to them immediately, which speaks volumes about their warmth and expertise. I received regular updates and photos, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. I highly recommend Taylor & Kevin to anyone looking for reliable and loving dog sitters!”


16. Katia M.

“Katia was so awesome and took care of my husky Ethel for 5 days while I was out of town. She came home so happy and exhausted. 10/10 She accommodate us last minute which was super sweet of her.”


17. Jennifer W.

“Jennifer was the perfect choice for us and our two furry friends! We booked her for several days over Thanksgiving and she was so patient and flexible with our changing drop-off and pickup times! She is also extremely knowledgeable and really helped lower my anxiety about leaving my anxious and older dog and my quirky puppy for the first time in a long time! Definitely recommend with no hesitation and she’ll be the first Rover sitter we look for next time we have to leave them!”


18. Brendan A.

“Brendan was great with our 5 month old Aussie puppy! He sent daily updates and was extremely flexible when our flight got delayed. Our pup was happy to play with his golden retriever and came home very sleepy!”


19. Paige S.

“Paige was wonderful with Max and so sweet! We loved seeing daily pictures of him being part of the family just like at home. We will definitely check with Paige next time we travel! ❤️”


20. Blake & Dawn R.

“I wish I could give 10 stars. Blake and the family took good care of our little Shitzu for almost 20 days, what a lovely family and perfect place for our little pet to stay. Hope to always have them around in any future need.”
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As of Apr 2025, 288 sitters provided dog boarding in Emporia. 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 Emporia dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Emporia have an average of 19 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 Emporia.
Rover makes it easy to find Emporia 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 288 dog boarding sitters in Emporia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Emporia, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 89% offer medication administration, and 81% 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.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
