Dog Boarding Fairfax Station
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“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!”
“I can’t say enough good things about the care my 12-year-old baby Dharma received! Leaving an older dog behind is never easy, but from the moment we connected, I knew Dharma would be in loving hands. Mei was incredibly attentive, patient, and truly treated Dharma like part of the family. I received regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. Dharma came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely loves dogs and understands the needs of senior pups, Mei is the one. Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of my girl!”
“Karen was amazing and I would highly recommend her! She has such a calm and patient demeanor, and was so communicative with updates and photos, which set my mind at ease. We are already looking to book Yeti’s next stay!”
“Heather was very accommodating in the drop off time and pickup time, especially during the busy Christmas weekend. She sent us regular photos and replied quickly to messages.”
“Jeannette took good care of LuLu during the stay, and sent multiple pictures updates. I will definitely recommend and will book again if I need a sitter in the future! Thanks again Jeannette!”
“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. 😊”
“Thank you again for taking great care of our dogs. It is always a relief to know that when we are away, they are in caring and responsible hands. We love the updates throughout the week!”
“Garrett and Ana were wonderful! Kylo thinks so too! We appreciated their communication while he was with them. It gave us peace of mind that he was fine and relaxed. We also appreciated their time to acquaint him with their own dog and other boarders. We'd definitely use them again!”
“Ashley and her family took great care of our cat MJ! The pictures Ashley sent of MJ having fun makes us smile and laugh. We have to ask ourselves, “is that our cat?” because MJ is so comfortable and out going with Ashley and her family. Ashley - thank you for the great care you give to MJ!”
“Corey was absolutely amazing with our Harley girl. I got constant updates about her while in his care, he also took the time to explain everything as we were first time rover users. Will definitely be using Corey and his wife again !”
“Marcela was great and my kittens were very comfortable in her home! She sent plenty of updates and was very flexible with the initial meeting, dropoff and pickup. I'll definitely be using her as my go-to cat sitter!”
“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!”
“Poornima took excellent care of Lilly, as she was very happy and healthy when we brought her home! We were so happy to receive regular updates while we were on vacation. We'll definitely be using Poornima again!”
“Daisy had a wonderful time and was well- taken care of by Hoa. She had outdoor time in the back yard, plenty of walks, and played and chased toys. Hoa gave her medication daily. She sent me pictures and videos daily. I will definitely leave Daisy with her again!”
“Richard and family took excellent care of our Daisy. It was her first stay with him and he sent us regular updates, photos and video. Was a huge reassurance that she was not only doing okay but playing and having an awesome time with Richard and his family. We will definitely book with him in the future!”
“Ingrid was very patient, nice and communicative with me throughout Rocco’s stay. She sent photos and messages regarding Rocco’s day very often. It eased my anxiety as this was Rocco’s first time staying with someone else overnight. He is very attached to me so I was a bit concerned, but from the updates I got it looks like he did just fine :). Thank you Ingrid for taking such a good care of my baby and for being patient with him.”
“My dog was so happy staying with Michelle for a week! She sent me pictures daily, and I was so pleased to see that he was playing, relaxing, and enjoying his stay. Thanks so much, and we'll be back!”
“I had a fantastic experience with David! He was super responsive and kept me updated throughout the day. I loved receiving regular pictures of my golden retriever , which really made me feel at ease. My pup was well taken care of and happy. I highly recommend David to anyone looking for a caring and dependable dog sitter! Thank you David!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Fairfax Station is $55
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Fairfax Station
I had a great experience with Jinghan! She took wonderful care of Momo and was very responsive throughout the stay. She kept me updated with plenty of photos, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. I’m very happy with her care and would definitely book with her again. Highly recommend!
Mariel was absolutely amazing! She took such great care of Maple while we were away and treated her like part of the family. She sent us tons of pictures and videos throughout the stay, which we really appreciated! She also took Maple on fun outings and spoiled her with special treats like pup cups. It was so clear from all the updates that Maple was having the best time and felt completely comfortable with Mariel and her family. We also really appreciated her flexibility and understanding when our travel plans unexpectedly changed. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing Maple was in such loving hands. We would absolutely book with Mariel again and highly recommend her!
Erika did a fantastic job watching Luna and Frida!! Highly responsive, accommodating, and made our pups feel completely at home. We loved receiving regular photo updates and text check-ins throughout the day, which gave us total peace of mind. Our dogs came home happy and well-rested. We will absolutely use their services in the future!"
My dog Bella is always happy to go see Brendan, and I am always happy knowing she is getting attention and being well taken care of. I love the great communication, many photo reports and ease of scheduling with Brendan. I highly recommend him if you are looking for a reliable and attentive dog sitter.
We cannot thank Na-young enough for taking such wonderful, loving care of Maddy! Maddy can be a bit of a picky eater, and Na-young was so patient and attentive with her throughout the stay. When Maddy wasn't eating much on one of the days, Na-young was completely transparent with me right away. She reached out to ask if there were any tips to get her to eat or if this was just typical behavior for Maddy sometimes. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing how closely Na-young was watching over her. She treated Maddy like absolute family—she and her husband were even sweet enough to let Maddy sleep in bed with them, which I know Maddy adored! If you're looking for a communicative, caring, and trustworthy sitter, I cannot recommend Na-young enough. Thank you!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Fairfax Station is $48 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $33 and $67 per night. On Rover, 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 November 2026, there are 7,179 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Fairfax Station. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
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.
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Fairfax Station. On Rover:
- 85% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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