Pet Boarding Fairfax
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“Victoria and her whole family are so knowledgeable about animals and took such great care of my pups! I was out of the country and appreciated that she took the time to keep me updated, so I didn’t spend any time worrying if things were going okay. I will definitely be scheduling her again!”
“Gail did a great job helping to take care my little doggie Lena. Lena was super happy! I’m super happy and feel lucky to have her pet sit Lena. I love all the pictures Gail sent me during Lena’s stay. Those lovely pics all made my days while i was traveling! Thank you!”
“Destiny kept my dog Sky ( Male - Shih Tzu) for a weekend and he seemed to have enjoyed his time. She was very friendly at drop off & pickup, and was flexible. She also sent pictures everyday. I’ll definitely be bringing him back. Thanks Destiny!”
“Great experience! We highly recommend Helena to anyone looking for a caring dog sitter. We left our 40-lb dog Calvin for a week with Helena without any issues. She took good care of him during our absence. Great photos as well. When our flight was delayed, Helena was totally flexible and understanding.”
“Mei provided great care for our Cooper. We had a last minute medical issue right before we left and she provided his care wonderfully and kept us updated. Would definitely recommend Mei and would rebook again.”
“Shaelyn & Adam were available last minute to take care of our dogs when we needed to leave town on short notice, and they did a great job. They sent me plenty of pictures, and our dogs had a fun time playing with their dog. Much appreciated and will book again!”
“Our dog Solo stayed with Melissa over the July 4th holiday weekend. She took excellent care of him and sent texts to let us know how he was doing and multiple pictures every day. He looked like he felt quite a home at her place. She took him for a long walk every morning and he got many potty breaks during the day. He also really enjoyed sitting out on her balcony watching the squirrels. Melissa took excellent care of Solo and I would highly recommend her to take great care of your dog.”
“Musa was amazing with Koko! He kept us updated with photos and messages, and we felt completely at ease knowing he was in such good hands. Koko came home happy and well cared for. We would definitely book with him again. Thank you, Musa!”
“Carrie and Matthew were absolutely amazing! They were able to watch our pup on short notice and couldn’t have been more kind and accommodating. They were incredibly communicative throughout the entire stay, sending regular updates and tons of adorable photos. It gave us such peace of mind knowing our dog was in such caring hands. We highly recommend them and will definitely be reaching out again for any future pet-sitting needs!”
“This is our second time leaving our furbaby, Peach, with Poornima and she did a wonderful job looking after her! Poornima sent pictures, videos, and updates throughout the day which we really appreciated. Her dog, Arjun (also lovingly known as Joe!!), is very sweet and the best pup friend Peach could ask for. We highly recommend Poornima as she is an amazing and attentive sitter!!!”
“Cassidy was a great sitter. She took great care of our dog, by walking her, playing with her, and keep her happy. Will definitely recommend her to anyone needing a great dog sitter. Thank you Cassidy!!”
“Henry is a great sitter who was able to accommodate care on short notice for my quirky Golden Koda, who cannot be near another dog as he gets fear reactive; thus he must be the only dog in care. We had a successful meet & greet, and Henry asked a lot of good questions. He communicated and sent pictures regularly and kept me informed about how Koda was doing. I felt comfortable leaving my pup for a doggie staycation while I got to spend a few much-needed days on a trip with some family members. I would not hesitate to have Henry care for Koda again or to recommend him to others.”
“This is our second time using Sam’s services and just like the first time, everything was amazing! Our dog Penny loves to visit Sam and Happy and I know she is in good hands. Sam took wonderful care of Penny and even administered medicine to her. Sam is gracious, accommodating and a wonderful dog 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.”
“Andrew and his family provided such a wonderful and warm home for an anxious pup like ours. It was Colters first time at a sitters home and they made it go as perfectly as possible. We can’t thank Andrew & co enough and highly recommend him to all pup parents!”
“Devora took such amazing care of Jones! I appreciated her consistent updates on how he was doing and loved receiving photos of him throughout the day. Jones had a great time too; he and her pup, Cha Cha, had a blast!”
“This was our first time boarding at a Rover's house and Carolyn and family were a great fit for our senior girl with medication needs. She was very communicative with us and quickly troubleshooted an issue with us. We would definitely have our pup stay here again.”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Fairfax is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Fairfax
Ashley was incredibly warm, friendly, and easy to communicate with. She sent adorable daily photos that comply out our minds at ease while we were away. It was comforting to see our pup having a grand time playing with new furry friends. We knew she was safe, loved, and fully cared for every single day. We will absolutely book again!
Serena is wonderful with our Millie! She is caring, reliable, and treats the pups like her own. We feel completely comfortable knowing our dog is in such good hands. In fact, Millie has more fun at Serena's house than ours! Highly recommend Serena...you truly cannot find a better sitter!
Rachel is very responsive and considerate, she was amazing with Gogo! She really understands dogs and pays close attention to their body language to make sure they’re comfortable, happy, and never overwhelmed. That gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She kept me updated throughout the stay with messages and photos, and even worked on some training with him, like impulse control and waiting for his release cue before eating. She also brushed Gogo, which was such a thoughtful touch and something I really appreciated.
Maren and her family took very good care of our two bulldogs, Mia and Baixa, while we were out of state for four days. Baixa, unfortunately, arrived with an intestinal upset, but Maren was unphased, and immediately arranged her space to accommodate the problem. I definitely would use Maren again to care for our dogs.
Guojin was absolutely wonderful! She was incredibly quick to respond and sent tons of daily pictures, giving us total peace of mind. Libby seemed so happy when we picked her up, so I know she was in fantastic hands. We will definitely recommend booking with Guojin!
I found Yichen on Rover after our regular dog watcher moved away. She far surpassed our expectations! She took wonderful care of our much beloved pup who requires extra care due to some health issues. She was in very regular contact and Toby seemed adjusted and happy in photos and when we returned. We definitely plan to work with Yichen again!
Brianna was wonderful! She took great care of my dog for three days and sent me beautiful pictures throughout the stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. My dog came home happy, relaxed, and well cared for. I highly recommend Brianna and would definitely trust her again. Thank you!☺️
Claire and Simon were amazing with Luna! We felt like she was taken care of so well and it looked like it was her second home from how comfortable she was. Claire gave updates and pictures everyday to put our mind at ease that Luna was doing well. We will definitely be using them again with our next trip!
Cindy was absolutely wonderful! This was my first time using Rover, so I was naturally a little nervous about leaving Annie and Archie. From the very beginning, Cindy’s communication was excellent. She kept me updated with messages and photos, which really put my mind at ease and allowed me to truly relax and enjoy my vacation. One of my biggest concerns was leaving Annie, who is an older girl with lifelong health issues. She requires medication with every meal, and Cindy took on her care without hesitation. Knowing Annie’s special needs were in such capable hands meant so much to me. It was clear that both Annie and Archie were well cared for and genuinely loved while we were away. We came home to two happy, relaxed pups, and I couldn’t have asked for a better first Rover experience. I highly recommend Cindy to anyone looking for a caring, reliable, and communicative pet sitter. We’ll definitely be booking with her again!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Boarding in Fairfax on Rover is $46 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet 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 Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 7,430 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Fairfax. About 90% of Fairfax 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 short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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 VA 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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