Dog Boarding in Essington, PA
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“I was incredibly greatful Donte was able to watch Marley very last minute after someone else cancelled 2 days before and another ghosted me after agreeing. Marley has never stayed outside our house, so I (and Marley) was so nervous, but he seemed just perfect.”
“Our dog Hazel loves going to see Andres and spend time with his dog Lumkin. They are BFFs! Andres takes very good care of Hazel and is always communicating with us while we’re away. Highly recommend him”
“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!”
“This was Zoey's first stay with Madeline and it was great. Madeline was incredibly communicative both leading up to and during Zoey's stay. She was also very flexible with pick-up and drop-off time and sent us multiple pictures each day! We will definitely reach out to Madeline for future trips.”
“Tucker had his 2nd stay with Nicole this weekend! He loves it there. I think he’s a little disappointed when he has to come home lol. Definitely recommend them!”
“I just know Lyla had the best time!!! The whole family is caring and loving, making me confident on leaving Lyla in their care! If you need boarding or daycare DEFINITELY BOOK HERE!!!”
“David is clearly such a kind soul who knows and cares a lot about the dogs he works with. My 2 dogs had the pleasure of staying at his home while we went on vacation. He made me feel more than comfortable in his ability to care for my dogs and even asked me a few questions to double check he knew all he needed to know. He was easy to get in touch with, sent me pictures and kept me updated! He was also extremely accommodating with pick up/drop off timing. My dogs came home happy. I would 100% ask David to care for my dogs again. He's great with dogs and quite a pleasure to speak with. 5 Stars!”
“Aimee took great care of my dog when I was out of the town. She sent me daily pictures and customized messages so I could be aware and relaxed to see my dog’s happy face. My dog had such a great time with other pups!”
“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.”
“Alex and her family were very welcoming. I like that they did a meet and greet just to ensure that my dog would be a good fit for them to take care of. My dog was very excited to be with them and they took great care of him. I received updates and pictures during his stay. I am grateful to them to be able to enjoy my vacation and know that my precious Goose was in great hands. I am appreciative and grateful for such wonderful service.”
“Tony was amazing!!! He sent me lots of pictures and videos of our pup during her stay and made sure I was updated with what was going on. Highly recommend him!!”
“Kevin was very sweet with our puppy and indulged us with photos and videos. When he notice a spot in his fence where she might possibly fit through he quickly had it filled in between our greeting and arrival for boarding. He is prompt with responses and our girl returned home happy.”
“Dana took care of Dev for 5 days and the experience was as amazing as the first time. Dev gets really pampered and had good workout in her yard along with Max and Buttons. The three puppies had a blast and good summer vacation and I feel so happy for them. Would recommend Dana anytime she is a wonderful host and dog mom.”
“Olivia was so great with Babaganoush! She was very patient about all his quirks and neediness, and her frequent updates and photos made us feel at ease. So grateful he had a loving place to stay. Thank you Olivia!”
“Carly took excellent care of my dog! She was incredibly responsive, provided frequent updates with adorable pictures, and gave him so much love and attention. He got plenty of exercise and came back happy and well cared for. I really appreciated the peace of mind while I was away. Would absolutely use her again!”
“Our first time leaving Max with Sangeetha and I was very nervous. Max, who was a rescue from a neglect situation, is aggressively affection. At 85lbs, he can sometimes prove to be a LOT. Sangeetha and her husband were wonderful with Max! He was so happy and comfortable with them (I have many pictures to prove it) and he came home better behaved than before he left!!! Sangeetha will be our sitter of first choice from here on out!”
“Alexandria took excellent care of our miniature schnauzer while we were traveling for a week. She was very accommodating of our schedule and great with communication! Thanks, Alexandria!!”
“We received updates with photos or videos every day and could see our dog loved Jessica. On the final day, when picking him up we saw how comfortable he was with Jessica as well. We are very happy and will be back for sure.”
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Donte B.
“I was incredibly greatful Donte was able to watch Marley very last minute after someone else cancelled 2 days before and another ghosted me after agreeing. Marley has never stayed outside our house, so I (and Marley) was so nervous, but he seemed just perfect.”
Andres D.
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“Our dog Hazel loves going to see Andres and spend time with his dog Lumkin. They are BFFs! Andres takes very good care of Hazel and is always communicating with us while we’re away. Highly recommend him”
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!”
Madeline S.Star Sitter
“This was Zoey's first stay with Madeline and it was great. Madeline was incredibly communicative both leading up to and during Zoey's stay. She was also very flexible with pick-up and drop-off time and sent us multiple pictures each day! We will definitely reach out to Madeline for future trips.”
Nicole A.Star Sitter
“Tucker had his 2nd stay with Nicole this weekend! He loves it there. I think he’s a little disappointed when he has to come home lol. Definitely recommend them!”
Brian P.Star Sitter
“I just know Lyla had the best time!!! The whole family is caring and loving, making me confident on leaving Lyla in their care! If you need boarding or daycare DEFINITELY BOOK HERE!!!”
David E.Star Sitter
“David is clearly such a kind soul who knows and cares a lot about the dogs he works with. My 2 dogs had the pleasure of staying at his home while we went on vacation. He made me feel more than comfortable in his ability to care for my dogs and even asked me a few questions to double check he knew all he needed to know. He was easy to get in touch with, sent me pictures and kept me updated! He was also extremely accommodating with pick up/drop off timing. My dogs came home happy. I would 100% ask David to care for my dogs again. He's great with dogs and quite a pleasure to speak with. 5 Stars!”
Aimee C.Star Sitter
“Aimee took great care of my dog when I was out of the town. She sent me daily pictures and customized messages so I could be aware and relaxed to see my dog’s happy face. My dog had such a great time with other pups!”
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.”
Alexandra P.
“Alex and her family were very welcoming. I like that they did a meet and greet just to ensure that my dog would be a good fit for them to take care of. My dog was very excited to be with them and they took great care of him. I received updates and pictures during his stay. I am grateful to them to be able to enjoy my vacation and know that my precious Goose was in great hands. I am appreciative and grateful for such wonderful service.”
Tony B.Star Sitter
“Tony was amazing!!! He sent me lots of pictures and videos of our pup during her stay and made sure I was updated with what was going on. Highly recommend him!!”
Kevin W.
“Kevin was very sweet with our puppy and indulged us with photos and videos. When he notice a spot in his fence where she might possibly fit through he quickly had it filled in between our greeting and arrival for boarding. He is prompt with responses and our girl returned home happy.”
Dana M.Star Sitter
“Dana took care of Dev for 5 days and the experience was as amazing as the first time. Dev gets really pampered and had good workout in her yard along with Max and Buttons. The three puppies had a blast and good summer vacation and I feel so happy for them. Would recommend Dana anytime she is a wonderful host and dog mom.”
Chrissy O.Star Sitter
“Mika loves staying with Chrissy. We get tons of photos and updates and can see how much love and attention she gets! We highly recommend Chrissy!”
Olivia S.
“Olivia was so great with Babaganoush! She was very patient about all his quirks and neediness, and her frequent updates and photos made us feel at ease. So grateful he had a loving place to stay. Thank you Olivia!”
Emilio T.Star Sitter
“Emilio was great! He was very communicative during our pet’s stay! He sent pics and videos along with regular updates! We were pleased and will book with him again.”
Carly C.Star Sitter
“Carly took excellent care of my dog! She was incredibly responsive, provided frequent updates with adorable pictures, and gave him so much love and attention. He got plenty of exercise and came back happy and well cared for. I really appreciated the peace of mind while I was away. Would absolutely use her again!”
Sangeetha S.
“Our first time leaving Max with Sangeetha and I was very nervous. Max, who was a rescue from a neglect situation, is aggressively affection. At 85lbs, he can sometimes prove to be a LOT. Sangeetha and her husband were wonderful with Max! He was so happy and comfortable with them (I have many pictures to prove it) and he came home better behaved than before he left!!! Sangeetha will be our sitter of first choice from here on out!”
Alexandria W.
“Alexandria took excellent care of our miniature schnauzer while we were traveling for a week. She was very accommodating of our schedule and great with communication! Thanks, Alexandria!!”
Jessica S.
“We received updates with photos or videos every day and could see our dog loved Jessica. On the final day, when picking him up we saw how comfortable he was with Jessica as well. We are very happy and will be back for sure.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Essington is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Essington dog boarding rates can be found as low as $28 to as high as $35 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 2,986 sitters provided dog boarding in Essington. 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 Essington dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Essington have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Essington.
Rover makes it easy to find Essington 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 2,986 dog boarding sitters in Essington on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Essington, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 89% 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.
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