Pet Boarding Essex
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About: I have taken care of various friends and families cats over the years and have two family cats. I love playing with them and providing a friendly face for them. I have also taken care of friends and families puppies and young dogs as well. I always treat everyone’s animals as if they were my own and strive to make sure they feel safe and loved while they are with me. I’m currently working part time so I have time to watch and attend to your animals any time of day. I am also available for boarding and sittings at houses when needed. I have a fenced yard in a family friendly neighborhood with no other pets in my home. I can crate your dog if needed at my home for boardings and they will have a comfortable space to be in.
“My dog was well taken care of and Shaun really tried to understand my dog. My dog was allowed to be the dog he is. My dog has developed some social skills with the visit. Shaun really cared about my dog.”
About: I know how hard it can be to find a trustworthy pet sitter. I've struggled with it myself which is why I want to help others. My two dogs are part of the family and it's always hard leaving them with somebody. Luna our younger dog has anxiety and so we've learned a lot about taking care of a dog with special needs over the years. I work 10 minutes from home so I come home on my lunch every day to let the pups out and to give a mid day treat and I get home by 5:30/6pm in the evenings. I have a fenced in backyard and two dogs(females)to keep your fur baby company. My girls are not crated during the day and have the freedom to lounge on the sofa & play with lots of toys. Your pup is welcome to join them or could be crated if you request.
“This was my first time using Rover and I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. Tonya was great even sent me pictures of Kurt during his stay. I will definitely use Rover again and request Tonya.”
“I felt very safe leaving my dog with Esterline! She took him on walks and sent lots of photos. When I brought him home he slept like he had been worn out in the best way. Would definitely recommend!”
“Our pup had a great time with Ece! She took her on lots of walks and to the dog park and sent us photos while we were away. We look forward to rebooking in the future.”
“Holly had a very nice stay with Barb, Mark and Charlie. They were very welcoming to her. She is looking forward to staying with them again. I felt very comfortable leaving her in their care.”
“Irma took great care of our girls and they had a great time! She really put them at ease. She sends lots of updates which is great for peace of mind when you have to leave your dogs but she’s a great pet sitter!”
“Makhayla did an amazing job!! It was my first time letting anyone watch my fur baby other than family so I was very nervous. She send pictures/ videos very often, she took him on field trips, and even bought him a toy! My fur baby loved her and had a ball! I will be using Makhayla in the future and would recommend to anyone!”
About: I’ve been around dogs since I was born. I’ve always loved all breeds and enjoy helping others with their fur babies. I’ve helped train puppies as well as taken care of geriatric dogs so I’m well versed in all types of dog care! I’m working full time outside of the city. However I’m interested in taking care of your pet on weekdays after 4pm or any time on the weekends! I’m near a park in the city for easy walking + sniffing ☺️. My home is clean and pet free for boarding. I’m very communicative and provide daily pictures of your fur baby.
“Meredith was fantastic. We just moved to the area and were a bit nervous to have her stay with someone new. No need! Meredith sent regular updates and kept us up to date on all their adventures. Roo came back super happy and tired out. Would definitely book with Meredith again!”
“Gave my puppy lots of attention and love! Extremely understanding and caring when my pup’s tummy started feeling bad and she made a couple messed. Would definitely board again.”
“My wife and I have come to truly appreciate and respect Jeffrey and Liz’s true care, love and commitment to pet care. Recently, we needed to modify our original plan, which they did with joy. Not to mention my pup truly loves it in their home. They seem to have a full house of other pups, which is good my dog to be around, but speaks volumes, again, of Liz and Jeffrey’s love for all of ours family dog. Thank you, Jeffrey and Liz. God bless you! Sincerely, Mowgli Parents”
About: Hey everyone! I have had 1-3 dogs in my house everyday since my birth. Call me the dog whisperer. Dogs love me just as much as I love them. Also, I have taken care of plenty of other people’s pets. I will make sure to treat your animals with as much love as I give mine. They want food, I’ll give them food. They want a walk, we will go on a walk. They want to play, we can play. Frisbees, tennis balls, tug-of-war. We can do it all. If you want me to help out, let’s chat. I work full time at home. But honestly most of my work is very flexible. So if you’re in the neighborhood or a short drive, I can work your little Doggos into my schedule. When dogs are over, I fence off my stairs and let the little ones run wild on my large first floor. If they need to be crated I can also do that. They can sleep wherever you are most comfortable, in a crate, on the floor, on the bed. Whatever is needed.
“Janelle and Joanna were amazing! We have a puppy who is definitely in training. I was very worried about leaving him, especially since he was still newer to us. Janelle met Remy and me a few days before with her adorable pup Zoey. She had great communication prior to visit, during, and after. Remy felt very comfortable at her place. I am thankful for the extra TLC and patience she showed our boy. We will definitely being calling again for future needs! Thank you ?”
“Fabiola was the perfect sitter for Chance! Located very close by and took us on such a short notice. Her and her partner gave him so much love and attention. We know our boy is very attached, but she sent photos daily to ease both Chance and us! Fabiola took him on daily walks in the city and the photos were so sweet. We look forward to utilizing her services again and I’m sure Chance does as well!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Essex is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Essex
I just want to say Keysha is the best sitter I have used to watch my Kash,she and her family are amazing and very good with my Kash,I always try to get her to watch my Kash,he loves going to her house to play with her dogs.If you need a great sitter she is the Best.Highly recommend her 😊
Theresa was amazing with my dog Winnie! I was nervous to go on a multi-week trip after our usual dog sitter moved away. I found Theresa and she was a perfect fit. Super experienced and communicative. She sent lots of photos and Winnie seemed super happy and comfortable. She also has an incredible garden that’s such a peaceful space for the pups.
I used to get so anxious every time I had to board my dog because she has separation anxiety. I would always worry that she wasn’t eating, sleeping, or adjusting well while I was away. But ever since I found Ian, I feel so much more at ease. Ian's place has a great yard and my dog has made new friends at their house and always seems so happy there! They take such great care of her, and their huge yard is amazing for the dogs to run around and play. You can genuinely feel how much Ian and his wife love and care about the dogs they look after. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing my dog is somewhere she feels safe, comfortable, and loved while I’m away. I’m so grateful I found them and would 10000% trust Ian with my dog again!
Robert was a wonderful sitter for our dog Boh. He clearly has experience with dogs and understands how to handle different pet personalities and needs. He listened carefully to all instructions and asked good questions. He sent updates with pictures every day. Boh was obviously having a great time with Rob and his wife, and I felt comfortable with them right away. Would book again. Thank you for taking care of him!
Kali was an extraordinary dog sitter for my very very anxious dog. My dog has significant anxiety which can be very difficult to work through but Kali was diligent and kind allowing my nervous pup to ease into a her environment. Kali gave frequent updates, pictures and videos, always asking if there’s anything else she could do to help ease the transition. Within a day my scared pup started to warm up and became inseparable from Kali. Not only did she have to deal with my pups anxiety but my pups eye drop regime! She did everything I asked and more, she exceeded my expectation. I can’t wait to use Kali again, she was amazing with my dog and just a lovely person!
Katherin was kind and communicative throughout my dog, Enzo’s, stay with her. We were visiting from Florida and he stayed at her home for 3 days while we stayed with friends who couldn’t have a dog at their house. I would highly recommend Katherin as a pet sitter!
Trishelle was great with my pet. She took him on short notice, when my sitter had an emergency and could not board him. I had a paid vacation already planned. Trishelle agreed to take him in on short notice. I received many pictures and messages on my week away. I have a senior, shy and very temperamental dog. The pictures put me @ ease. When I picked him up, he was well cared for. I can tell Trishelle truly cares for pets. I definitely would recommend her especially for boarding your pets for long periods.
Dawn took great care of our little dog Harper. Harper missed us and spent a lot of time whining. Dawn was great about remedying the situation by taking him for walks and giving him attention. When forgot to include his bed and Dawn was nice enough to provide him an old towel to lay on inside his crate!! I would both recommend and rebook!!
Katie was absolutely amazing with Toby during his 3-week stay. We have previously booked Katie to care for Toby, and we were so happy to have her watch him again. Knowing Toby’s personality and needs, we felt completely at ease leaving him in her care. Toby is a sensitive dog who needs patience, understanding, and a calm environment, and Katie provided exactly that. Her regular updates, photos, and thoughtful attention gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. It was clear that Toby truly enjoyed his time with her and was treated like a part of her family. Thank you, Katie, for taking such wonderful care of our baby. We are so grateful for your kindness, patience, and love toward Toby. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter!
We had our pup stay with Christina for a week and he was in the best hands! She was proactive about having a meet and greet with her pup, she provided so much information, and the many updates were so detailed! I know our boy had the best time and there couldn’t have been a better place for him to have stayed.
This was my first time leaving my dog with a non-family member and was a bit nervous, but Cassandra did an amazing job and truly made me feel like my dog was in good hands! She sent me lots of photos and videos of him which I enjoyed very much. She took him on walks, played a lot, and overall took great care of Frankie. I would definitely rebook with Cassandra again if I ever need more dog boarding/sitting!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in Essex is $54 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $35 and $83 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 2,156 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Essex. About 93% of Essex sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in MD ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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