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Sitter Profile Image: Kim S.
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Kim S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48708

Kim was absolutely wonderful with our beagle. She went above & beyond to make him feel at home. He is naturally nervous & anxious but had zero problems staying at her home. He even got along nicely with her dog. I would definitely recommend Kim as a sitter for your fur baby. We’ll be using her again! A+++ 🌟🌟🌟

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Lori G.
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Burgandy M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48708

Burgandy was a great communicator, kept us updated on how Arlo was doing & even sent us pictures. You can tell she loves & cares for animals. This was our first time using Rover & I felt very comfortable leaving Arlo in her care after our meet & greet. I would recommend Burgandy and will book her again when needed.

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Sabrina C.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
11 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48708

Sabrina along with her husband and children spoiled chance all weekend. He had a wonderful time playing with their pup. I’ve loved getting all of the pictures and updates daily. I would recommend Sabrina for any of your pet care needs.

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Breanna M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48706

About: With 10 years of experience in pet sitting and have 5 dogs of my own of various breeds. I have a bull mastiff/pit bull, German shepherd/pit bull, husky, pomchi and Great Dane/english mastiff. I provide a calm and structured environment for dogs of all ages. I am highly experienced in administering oral medications, caring for senior dogs with mobility issues, and maintaining strict feeding schedules. My goal is to provide a stress-free experience for both you and your pet. I am a non-smoker, have a clean background check, and provide detailed daily updates. Work from home sitter with a totally flexible schedule! I prioritize your pup’s needs, from frequent outdoor breaks to midday play, ensuring they get the constant attention and love they deserve all day long. Inviting someone into your home requires immense trust. I pride myself on being a respectful, quiet, and detail-oriented guest. My priority is maintaining your home's security and your pet’s routine exactly as you left it. I am a non-smoker, have a clean background check, and treat every home I visit with the utmost care and privacy.

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Ralph S.
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$41
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4.9 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
16 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48706

This was our first time leaving our dog with someone on rover. We previously left our dog at a boarding place and she didn’t do well at all, was sick didn’t eat etc. We decided leaving her with someone who would be with her most of the time would be best for us. We met with Ralph prior to her stay. He answered all of our questions and he asked good questions as well, so that he got to know her before taking care of her. Ralph watched our dog for 7 days and she did so well! He sent photos and updates and was quick to respond if we reached out for additional updates/questions. Ralph made sure he was home as much as possible for an entire week even saying he went grocery shopping prior to ensure he had groceries and wouldn’t have to leave her alone. We are so happy to have met someone who we can trust and know will take good care of our dog as if it’s his own. We definitely plan to use him again for our next vacation.

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Logan W.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48708

Logan is a fantastic dog sitter! He went above and beyond with communication about my Cheyenne. He was incredibly conscientious about making sure she ate, exercised, and was generally happy. I am very grateful Logan was available on short notice, and I’m glad he and Chey hit it off, as I will surely reach out to him again.

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Kayti C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
36 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48706

Kayti was great, our dog loved being there, she sent photos to update us on how our dog was doing, she was flexible with our time, would highly recommend her to anybody.

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Kathy Y.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
37 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Midland, MI, 48642

Kathy was very patient, loving, & understanding with my 12 yr dog Rocki. It was wonderful to know he was safe & secure with reassuring pictures & notes she sent. Her dog Kiri was so calm & welcoming to mine. We are So blessed to have found them. Rocki's missing them already 🥰

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Mari S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Auburn, MI, 48611

Kaleigh was great with my dogs! She took great care of them while we were out of town. Sent me several pictures too which eased my mind about having a new sitter. Will definitely rebook with her in the future. Thanks Kaleigh for everything you did for the girls!

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin L.
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Erin L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
37 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Midland, MI, 48640

Biscuit seemed happy and content when we picked him up. We had never used Rover before but feel our first time was a success. Thank you to Erin !

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Jessica S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
15 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Freeland, MI, 48623

Jessica was outstanding! This was our first time leaving Cooper with her and she was very caring, sharing daily pictures and updates. It really gave us peace of mind knowing Cooper was being so well cared for!

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Heather S.
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$27
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40 years of experience
Kawkawlin, MI, 48631

About: I grew up on a farm and have always had pets. Cats, dogs and even a cow and chicken or two. I strongly believe our pets are family members just like our human family. I've had big and little dogs, and many different cats. My current little man is my best buddy he is spoiled and loved so much. He's 7 years old and loves other dogs to hang out with. He doesn't pay any attention to cats. I would love to care for your family member, giving you peace of mind that they will be well cared for and loved on while in my care. My availability is completely open, any day and time. I'm very flexible with dates and times, whether at your home or mine. Thank you for your time and I look forwars to hearing from you! I have a fenced in area for bathroom breaks and a large yard on a quiet country road to run and play in. I have space for a crate, I even have a very large one that can be used if necessary. Also have an almost two mile lane around our farm property to walk and run around. My home has plenty of space for exploring or just chilling out.

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Blythe & Evan S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Midland, MI, 48642

Great job. She sent pics of our dog while in her care. Overall, we were very happy w her caring overnight for our 2 year old dog. Would recommend her.

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Bennet A.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
24 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Midland, MI, 48642

Our dog, Bubba was suffering from back pains and Bennet and Henry made sure he was comfortable, monitored him closely and handled everything with so much compassion and care. We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional care, patience and kindness.

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kelly c.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
8 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Clio, MI, 48420

I was really hesitant on leaving Ariya with someone because she’s a Velcro Puppy and has anxiety whenever I’m away. But she loves Kelly her second stay she ran right in tail wagging happy to be back, Kelly also provides me with updates pictures and videos of how she’s doing. I’m really grateful I found someone my puppy is comfortable with and I can go to work knowing she’s in safe hands.

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan A.
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Megan A.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Bay city, MI, 48708

Thanks so much for taking care of my pup while I was gone! Really appreciated all of the picture updates as well! I’ll never leave him at a kennel again

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Jessie M.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Saginaw, MI, 48603

Jessie and family are the best! Mya gets excited to be there before i can get her out of the car- Thank you so much for taking her- you know she will be back to play with you all!

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Alisha B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Saginaw, MI, 48602

Literally the BEST person for our senior pup! She sent multiple daily updates, treated him really well, and basically spoiled him rotten! She even asked questions about his needs and wants. She referred to herself as “granny” for Benji, and by the end of his stay, Benji and I both agreed that she’s his granny! Ive never used this app before and she was my first person to try boarding with, and it was awesome. Will 100% come back if I need a sitter and 100% recommend her. :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Mitch R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
4 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48706

Mitch was great with our dog Zayda. She loved staying at his place with him and his cat and we will definitely use him again. He was super responsive to any text we sent and very accommodating with changes in schedule we had to make.

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan B.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
167 reviews
70 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Bay City, MI, 48706

My dog had so much fun with Megan! She treated her like part of the family and I received multiple pictures of her during her stay. I will 100% be using her again in the future if my dog needs a place to stay.

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Alexandria C.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Essexville is $40

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Definitely an animal lover Who treats your Pet as her own. She’s fantastic. Lots of communication and pics!

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Michelle B.
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Ralph took great care of our dogs. He sent updates and pictures of them during their stay and really made them feel welcome and cared for.

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Kara E.
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Kim was absolutely wonderful with our beagle. She went above & beyond to make him feel at home. He is naturally nervous & anxious but had zero problems staying at her home. He even got along nicely with her dog. I would definitely recommend Kim as a sitter for your fur baby. We’ll be using her again! A+++ 🌟🌟🌟

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Lori G.
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Logan (and Grace) were great! His communication was quickly responsive initially, and regular on a daily basis including pictures of how happy Mocha was during her stay. We are very protective of Mocha, and Logan made sure she was safe and getting along with their cat and one other dog they were caring for during part her stay. I know if they were not getting along he would have kept them separate and protected her. But turns out they all got along. I won’t hesitate to use Logan as my first choice if we ever have need for a caretaker in the future. Thanks Logan!

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Karl K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

She kept me updated on how my dog was doing and insured he was comfortable. She is very kind and goes above and beyond.

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Ben W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Stacey is a Pro, a true animal lover and thinks of everything! Her easy going manner makes our communications very positive. She shares video and pictures daily and I appreciated her quick turnaround in responding to my texts. I will definitely reach out to her in the future to care for our corgi pups!

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Diane O.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Essexville on Rover is $36.49 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 90 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Essexville. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

82% of Essexville sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Essexville landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Essexville home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Essexville.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Essexville sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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.

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 MI ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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