Dog Boarding in Fairfax
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“John and Joanna took great care of Eric. He’s an elderly dog and it sometimes takes him a day or two to get used to being in another house. They were very patient and were sure we had all his medication’s and sent us frequent updates while we were away. Would definitely recommend them for your pet.”
“Karen and her family were so kind when taking in my little Harlow. I received photos and check ins everyday and could truly enjoy my vacation knowing she was being taken care of.”
“Benjamin provided quality care to my mini Goldendoodle during a recent family trip. He was extremely flexible about pick up/drop off time, and he shared daily photos of the dog’s activity. I could tell that our pup was receiving lots of love, attention, and play time! I would not hesitate to work with Benjamin again.”
“Carla and her family were amazing! They took such great care of Amber and sent photos everyday. She loved being part of their family for a week. They treated her like a princess! Would highly recommend Carla!”
“Nina was amazing with my dog! She kept me updated with lots of pictures and also on how he was doing at all times! My dog got tonnes of outdoor play, treats and even came back with a new sweater! What a big heart!!”
“Finn had a great time with Julia and family. My whole experience with Julia was great. Right from the meet and greet process to end of Finn’s stay, Julia was so accommodating and prompt in her communication. Julia sent me regular updates and I totally recommend Julia to anyone who is looking for a dog sitter. I hope to see her next time Finn needs a place to stay when we are out of town.”
“Sujan constantly updated me on Lupo giving plenty of pictures and video. His demeanor and proactivity made me feel extremely comfortable knowing my dog was in such great hands! He really went above and beyond taking care of my puppy, giving him healthy treats, and even brushing his coat! I would suggest Sujan to anyone and it definitely wont be my last time asking him to watch my puppy.”
“Hoa was great! My husband and I were away for three days, and Hoa took such a good care of our puppy! She also provided daily updates, sending multiple videos and pictures a few times a day :) thanks to Hoa, we were able to enjoy our trip, and our puppy Kringsley was very happy as well! We’ll definitely come back to Hoa when we are out of town.”
“Suzi was an absolute life saver! She took the best care of our two large dogs and kept us posted throughout the weekend with updates and photos. She was so caring with our dogs, we will absolutely be using her again! Thank you Suzi!!!”
“Andrea was great and Buzz had a great time over the weekend. She was great sending pictures when we were away and always kept us updated. Will definitely use her in the future.”
“Again, Sam took wonderful care of Pepper! It is clear that Sam loves the dogs and their personalities. When I am away, I know that Pepper is happy and well. And he is always happy to come home but also a bit sad to leave his buddies Sam and Happy. It is like coming home from a fun vacation for him!”
“John was fantastic. Extremely communicative, took excellent care of my senior golden that requires medications and shorter walks due to ACL surgery. 10/10 recommend booking with John and we will be using his services again.”
“YJ is the best! She is very kind and accomadating. Our dog always has a great time staying with her. YJ sends us pictures every evening during our dog's stay, which makes us very happy when we are away from our pup.”
“Veronica is awesome! I have used her twice now, and will continue to use her whenever she is available! Our pup was happy to see her his second stay, and when we pick him up we can tell that he has been well taken care of and that he has had fun. Both times Baloo stayed with her she was taking care of multiple dogs, but for us that was a good thing! Baloo loves having new playmates! I almost wonder if he has more fun and gets more attention at her house than he does at ours! ;) ”
“Mariel was fantastic. We knew our Minnie was in good hands. We received daily pictures and updates showing us how quickly Minnie settled in to her routine at their house. We knew she was being showered with love while we were away. Awesome experience! We would highly recommend Mariel as a pet sitter.”
“It's our first time to have Guojin sit our dog. It was ten days long. We received pictures and videos every day. We're very happy with her service. Our dog seemed very happy too. We're definitely going to use her service in the future.”
“Maya was absolutely amazing! Abby felt right at home with her and she enjoyed having a playmate for the week. I would have Maya take care of Abby again without hesitation. She kept me informed of how Abby was doing and sent pictures and videos regularly.”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
John & Joanna W.Star Sitter
“John and Joanna took great care of Eric. He’s an elderly dog and it sometimes takes him a day or two to get used to being in another house. They were very patient and were sure we had all his medication’s and sent us frequent updates while we were away. Would definitely recommend them for your pet.”
Karen L.
“Karen and her family were so kind when taking in my little Harlow. I received photos and check ins everyday and could truly enjoy my vacation knowing she was being taken care of.”
Benjamin N.Star Sitter
“Benjamin provided quality care to my mini Goldendoodle during a recent family trip. He was extremely flexible about pick up/drop off time, and he shared daily photos of the dog’s activity. I could tell that our pup was receiving lots of love, attention, and play time! I would not hesitate to work with Benjamin again.”
Carla Cavalcante G.
“Carla and her family were amazing! They took such great care of Amber and sent photos everyday. She loved being part of their family for a week. They treated her like a princess! Would highly recommend Carla!”
Nina & Michael M.
“Nina was amazing with my dog! She kept me updated with lots of pictures and also on how he was doing at all times! My dog got tonnes of outdoor play, treats and even came back with a new sweater! What a big heart!!”
Julia J.Star Sitter
“Finn had a great time with Julia and family. My whole experience with Julia was great. Right from the meet and greet process to end of Finn’s stay, Julia was so accommodating and prompt in her communication. Julia sent me regular updates and I totally recommend Julia to anyone who is looking for a dog sitter. I hope to see her next time Finn needs a place to stay when we are out of town.”
Sujan G.
“Sujan constantly updated me on Lupo giving plenty of pictures and video. His demeanor and proactivity made me feel extremely comfortable knowing my dog was in such great hands! He really went above and beyond taking care of my puppy, giving him healthy treats, and even brushing his coat! I would suggest Sujan to anyone and it definitely wont be my last time asking him to watch my puppy.”
Hoa N.Star Sitter
“Hoa was great! My husband and I were away for three days, and Hoa took such a good care of our puppy! She also provided daily updates, sending multiple videos and pictures a few times a day :) thanks to Hoa, we were able to enjoy our trip, and our puppy Kringsley was very happy as well! We’ll definitely come back to Hoa when we are out of town.”
Suzi L.Star Sitter
“Suzi was an absolute life saver! She took the best care of our two large dogs and kept us posted throughout the weekend with updates and photos. She was so caring with our dogs, we will absolutely be using her again! Thank you Suzi!!!”
Andrea R.Star Sitter
“Andrea was great and Buzz had a great time over the weekend. She was great sending pictures when we were away and always kept us updated. Will definitely use her in the future.”
Michelle A.
“Michelle was great with our pup! She sent great pictures and kept us updated on how our girl was doing. She is a quick responder and great dog sitter. 10/10 would recommend!”
Sam L.Star Sitter
“Again, Sam took wonderful care of Pepper! It is clear that Sam loves the dogs and their personalities. When I am away, I know that Pepper is happy and well. And he is always happy to come home but also a bit sad to leave his buddies Sam and Happy. It is like coming home from a fun vacation for him!”
John A.Star Sitter
“John was fantastic. Extremely communicative, took excellent care of my senior golden that requires medications and shorter walks due to ACL surgery. 10/10 recommend booking with John and we will be using his services again.”
Maria L.Star Sitter
“Maria was such a great sitter! Send me tons of photos and videos twice a day and was very quick with her responses! Will definitely book again :)”
YJ L.
“YJ is the best! She is very kind and accomadating. Our dog always has a great time staying with her. YJ sends us pictures every evening during our dog's stay, which makes us very happy when we are away from our pup.”
Veronica G.Star Sitter
“Veronica is awesome! I have used her twice now, and will continue to use her whenever she is available! Our pup was happy to see her his second stay, and when we pick him up we can tell that he has been well taken care of and that he has had fun. Both times Baloo stayed with her she was taking care of multiple dogs, but for us that was a good thing! Baloo loves having new playmates! I almost wonder if he has more fun and gets more attention at her house than he does at ours! ;) ”
Katarina N.
“We left our dog Lemon with Katerina and everything was great! She took good care of her and sent us photos. Lemon was happy, safe, and in good mood. Thank you so much, Katerina!”
Mariel R.
“Mariel was fantastic. We knew our Minnie was in good hands. We received daily pictures and updates showing us how quickly Minnie settled in to her routine at their house. We knew she was being showered with love while we were away. Awesome experience! We would highly recommend Mariel as a pet sitter.”
Guojin Q.Star Sitter
“It's our first time to have Guojin sit our dog. It was ten days long. We received pictures and videos every day. We're very happy with her service. Our dog seemed very happy too. We're definitely going to use her service in the future.”
Maya G.Star Sitter
“Maya was absolutely amazing! Abby felt right at home with her and she enjoyed having a playmate for the week. I would have Maya take care of Abby again without hesitation. She kept me informed of how Abby was doing and sent pictures and videos regularly.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Fairfax 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 Fairfax dog boarding rates can be found as low as $31 to as high as $66 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 7,053 sitters provided dog boarding in Fairfax. 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, 92% of Fairfax dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Fairfax have an average of 15 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 Fairfax.
Rover makes it easy to find Fairfax 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 7,053 dog boarding sitters in Fairfax on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Fairfax, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 86% 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.
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