Dog Boarding Fairfax Station
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“Chloe had a great time with Joanna and John and came home happy and well taken care of. I enjoyed the videos they sent as well. I will definitely use them again!”
“Tamara was wonderful and worked with my sweet pup who’s had anxiety and made him so comfortable and happy in her home! We got all the updates and sweet photos and she was so wonderful daily with communication! Sam is excited to go back and hang out!! ☺️”
“I had ZERO concern leaving our dog with Victoria. With constant updates, pictures and communication, Victoria was able to put our minds at ease while on vacation. Her home was extremely clean and pet friendly. Thank you so much Victoria!”
“Veronica is AMAZING!! Was very worried leaving my 6 month old Basenji, Braxton, as it was our first time leaving him and he’s a very energetic puppy. He LOVED it!! He made lots of new friends and enjoyed every second of it. Will definitely continue to use Veronica in the future.”
“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.”
“Can’t recommend Suzi enough, she was so great with our pup Penelope! Penelope has an injured leg and Suzi made sure she didn’t run at all, and I can tell Penelope felt very comfortable and safe at Suzi’s house. I love that Penelope was spoiled and allowed to sleep in the bed with Suzi! I loved the pictures and updates and you can truly tell that Suzi has a warm heart and animals love her! Thank you so much Suzi!!”
“truly cannot describe how great of an experience we had with carlos! everyday we were provided with extensive updates and photos, and I was immediately at ease knowing that akiak was in good hands and enjoying himself with the other dogs. we encountered some problems at drop off and pick up, but carlos was super understanding and helpful - would recommend to anyone and everyone! thank you so much again!”
“I love using Candice to take care of Ahsoka. She is reliable and flexible and consistently sends me pics, and she was this time as usual. I look forward to hiring Candice again.”
“Awesome, awesome dog boarding experience!! Cindy was very responsive, took excellent care of our 8 week old puppy, Blaze. She treated Blaze very kindly, took him on frequent potty breaks, walks. Moreover Blaze had an issue that arose while she was taking care of him. She knew exactly what to do, resolved the issue promptly after notifying me. She’s the best. Cindy also kept me updated the whole time with text and beautiful pics. Definitely will rebook with her!”
“Amie was just a delight to work with! She was incredibly responsive, kind and communicative. She took the best care of my boy and sent lots of pictures and updates. We cannot wait to work with her again!”
“David and his family were the perfect stay for Peach. They treated peach as their own dog and had her feel at home. They were very responsive and sent a lot of pictures l. Highly recommend. Definitely will use them again!”
“Rebeca is such a sweet girl and very communicative. My puppy is very shy and she treated her so well. I will definitely will call her again. Thank you Rebeca.”
“Nancy was fantastic with our dog, Sadie! I really enjoyed seeing the multiple photos she would send each day and never felt like I had to worry about her during her stay. Nancy was accommodating to all of Sadie’s quirks too. I appreciated her flexibility with pick up and drop off times as well. I will definitely reach out to Nancy again the next time Sadie needs a sitter!”
“Guojin was great! I was nervous about leaving Zuko with someone new and she made me feel so comfortable. She was so communicative and sent me pictures throughout the day. Would definitely recommend!”
“This was the first time our dog, Shira, stayed with Catherine, and we couldn't have been more pleased. Catherine asked a number of questions about Shira so that she could make her feel comfortable and relaxed as Shira can be anxious in new environments. Catherine also took Shira on multiple walks and gave her lots of attention so that after just a few hours Shira was feeling right at home.”
“Henry was great watching our two dogs for 8 days. He was very responsive to any questions or information we were seeking. He was highly communicative sending pictures and updates. We could tell he genuinely cared about our dogs. Highly recommended.”
“Amazing sitter. Loved seeing all the photos and videos of Rusty playing with other friends. Good communication and easy to work with. Loved to use your help in the future. Thank you Erika.”
“Michelle & her family were great hosts for our pup, and were very accommodating for a last minute request. Getting videos and pictures of our dog running with Cinnamon (Michelle’s cute pup), were so fun to see. She gave great updates and we know that Elmer was well taken care of during his stay. He had a blast and we will definitely come back again soon. 😊”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Fairfax Station is $53
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Fairfax Station
Hope was fantastic with my dog! Q had a really great time with Hope and her family. She was flexible with the timings and made sure she knew my dog's schedule and his likes and dislikes. Thank you for having Q over, he loved it! Definitely recommend Hope 👍 and would rebook her !
Angelica has taken care of my pup multiple times and I’m always super happy with his care. She communicates well and sends pics so I feel good knowing my pups a happy healthy boy while I’m gone. She’s great to work with and I will definitely do so again in the future!
Wow! Erika was an amazing sitter. She was very communicative and caring. My pup gets anxious in new environments, and she worked with him through that transition. She is like a dog whisperer, she definitely knew what to do. She also shared photo and video updates throughout the stay. I would absolutely book with her again.
Brendan was absolutely amazing with Jim!! He sent daily updates, usually a few times a day, took such great care of him, exercised him, played with him, and was overall just so attentive and caring. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Jim will absolutely be going back to stay with Brendan in the future. 10/10 would absolutely recommend.
We had such a wonderful experience! John, Gretchen, and their wonderful family took such great care of our dogs and treated them like their own. We really appreciated the daily updates and adorable photos—it gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Our pups were happy, well cared for, and clearly loved. We couldn’t have asked for better sitters and would absolutely recommend them! ❤️🐾
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Macy was in wonderful hands from start to finish and enjoyed her time with Emily, who is very friendly and incredibly communicative. We truly appreciated the attention and care Emily provided and would absolutely recommend Emily to anyone looking for a trustworthy sitter.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Fairfax Station on Rover is $49 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $33 and $78 per night. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 7,247 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Fairfax Station. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
94% of sitters in Fairfax Station can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Station 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 Fairfax Station.
<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 Station 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 VA 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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