Dog Boarding Fairfax
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“Diahann is the best pet sitter ever!! The care, attention to detail, follow up, communication are exceptional. I could enjoy my trip knowing she was there taking care of and giving the best of care to my babies. 💕”
“Marlena and her family took wonderful care of Donut while we were hiking at Mount Rainier. They sent frequent updates and treated him like one of their own. Donut clearly had a great time with them, and we would absolutely book with them again!”
“Kristine was amazing!!! This is our third time using Rover, first time using Kristine. She was by far the best person we have used on this app! She had great communication and daily pictures. We had to book last minute for a family emergency and she was super understanding and easy to work with! Unlike one of the other people we have used on here, she actually operates out of her home so you don’t need to worry about your dog being in a kennel all day! He got plenty of playtime and love from what it looks like and he was super happy and tired when we picked him up! We will 100% use Kristine again!!”
“Ingrid was great with Zoey! We really appreciate all the updates and videos. She was easy to work with, very flexible and accommodating. Will definitely use her again!”
“Our dog Penny always has so much fun at Mrs. Katie's house. She loves playing with their dog Blue and snuggling, relaxing later. It's her fun vacation home away from home.”
“Nikko had another great stay with Jeanne! He was so excited to see her and his BFF Ivy. It's great to have peace of mind when you need to leave your "furry family member." ”
“Great sitter for our playful goldendoodle. Jordin is very communicative and sends plenty of updates. She’s super friendly and is flexible with scheduling. We’re definitely going to rebook with her during our short stay here in Tacoma. 👍🏽”
“Carol was a fantastic host. She had great communication and her home was perfect for my dog with a big fenced in back yard and plenty of space inside for my dog to rest and be comfortable while I was away. I will definitely be booking her again when I go out of town.”
“Keri and her family truly love dogs and taking care of them. We felt confident leaving our corgi Benny with her. She went the extra mile and we will definitely be booking again!”
“My dog was well taken care of. She seemed happy to have spent time in such a wide open space. Eryn was great at sending photos and reporting on my dog's condition. We will try and us”
“We felt so comfortable leaving our dog with Charlotte. She was very easy to communicate with and sent us photos/videos while we were away. I could tell from the videos that Gus was having a great time during his stay. He looked happy and comfortable in her home. We will definitely be using Charlotte again!”
“I cannot express the amount of detail and love that he puts into caring for our dogs. We've done everything you can imagine: dog boarding, PetSmart, friends and family but we've never had such an amazing experience with George and his lovely family. Our dogs were welcomed with such open arms while checking in with us to see how they are doing. The care they received was above and beyond and I couldn't be happier to make him out exclusive dog sitter :)”
“Xiaotong was a fantastic sitter for our energetic corgi, baobao! She was very welcoming, communicative, and always sent us photos throughout his stay. We also appreciated how she was flexible and accommodated our needs. Baobao really meshed with her dogs as well and seemed to match their energy. Will definitely have Xiaotong as our go-to sitter!”
“Very personable and friendly. Great with our dog River right off the bat. Got pictures throughout the boarding, which made it easier. Her dog and River got along well!!”
“Alycia was wonderful! We needed someone last minute to watch our precious lab Lucy and Alycia totally saved the day. She responded quickly and sent pictures and updates frequently so we knew Lucy was being well taken care of. Lucy loved playing with Alycia’s sweet pups too. We will definitely be contacting Alycia next time we go out of town.”
“Molly was wonderful with Sherman and clearly has a love of dogs. I would highly recommend and will definitely be booking again. Thanks Molly for taking good care of my angel.”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Fairfax home-away-from-home, 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 Fairfax.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Fairfax 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 , 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 .
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 WA 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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