Dog Boarding Fairfax Station
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“I can’t say enough about Joanna and John. I was very apprehensive about leaving my maltipoo with someone who had never watch my dog before. Add to that other small dogs my Sandy would be around and not sure how she would adjust. But it turned out so great. They also sent us away with a gift bag with a dog treat storage bag inside, a cute blanket and lovely card. Thanks so much for taking such great care of my baby!”
“Rebecca boarded our pup for a week. She communicated well, sent pictures, and asked questions about feeding schedules when our pup wasn’t eating. We knew our pup was in good hands!”
“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!”
“Veronica is beyond amazing!!! If there was a way to select 10 stars instead of 5 for this review, I absolutely would. Not only was Veronica flexible, understanding and kindly accommodating with unanticipated scheduling hiccups needing adjustment for extended care, but Thea literally has been sad this last day or two since she clearly was having the time of her life in Veronica’s care. To not recommend Veronica with my eyes closed would be insanely amiss! Thank you so so so much, Veronica!!!”
“Rebecca is great! She was immediately available, and communicated very well. She sent us pictures of our dog every day and a video, which showed our dog playing with her dog in the fenced yard. That made me see that my puppy was having a great time. I definitely recommend her as an excellent, experienced pet sitter.”
“Candice did a wonderful job caring for our dog! She was communicative throughout the booking, pre-arrival, during care, and through pick up. She genuinely cares about the dogs in her care. We will definitely use her again!”
“Brianna was wonderful! The girls were well taken care of & had no issues giving them their pills every morning. Our girls will be back for another stay — we are so lucky to have found her. Highly recommend!”
“Suzi was absolutely fantastic with my dog, Zuko! She took great care of him and treated him like her own. She is very communicative and let me know how he was doing regularly! I felt at ease knowing he was comfortable and happy with her. Thank you, Suzi, for loving on my Zuko while we were away! We will absolutely book again! ❤️”
“This was our first time ever using a sitter, and Carlos put us at ease right off the bat during the initial meeting. He was receptive to our concerns (our dog is 12), and let us know that our dog was in good hands. During our dog’s 4-day stay with Carlos, we got numerous updates during each day with pictures and summaries. Our dog looked so happy to be with Carlos and Sasha! Carlos was also willing to accommodate a late pickup on the final day due to flight issues, which we really appreciated. He even wrote us a very sweet and heartfelt message thanking us for entrusting our dog to his care. I can’t recommend Carlos enough, and we will definitely be back if we need a sitter in the future.”
“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!”
“Mariel and her family were lovely. We received daily updates with pictures and videos. They took Remy on all sorts of fun adventures, entertained him with new toys and gave him lots of snuggles. Our pup is our baby and we would happily use Mariel again in the future.”
“Heather watched our pups Lily and Cinnamon for 9 days and did a wonderful job! They had a great time playing with the other dogs that were visiting and we received daily photos and status updates. She is very quick to respond when we have questions and is very experienced working with all types and temperaments. We felt our pups were in great hands!”
“We feel lucky to have found Jim to care for our dog, Moose, when we are away. He sent a lot of photos and that always makes me feel comfortable to see that Moose is doing well. Will definitely use Jim again the next time we need boarding.”
“This was my pups first time being boarded and I was a bit anxious. Mei and her family took good care of Sandy and Oreo sending pictures and videos daily showing them on walks and in the house playing.Mei also sent pictures of their sleeping arrangements (I brought their dog beds) asking if it was a good set up for them. I would definitely recommend Mei and her family for anyone’s small breed fur babies.”
“Cheryl and Gustavo were great hosts/sitters for my boy Luke. They provided regular updates and I could tell when I picked up Luke he was a little sad to go. Thanks and I highly recommend if you need a sitter.”
“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.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Fairfax Station is $52
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Our dogs had a great time with Tamara! We got lots of pictures and updates and our dogs always looked like they were having a great time. Tamara was also very responsive and quick to answer all of our questions. It was the first time leaving our older dog, who has developed arthritis, and she listen to all our concerns and made sure our older dog was well taken care of.
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! ❤️🐾
Henry clearly cares a great deal about the dogs in his care. My two pups were happy and clearly loved Henry. I was impressed with his ability to walk four dogs together. I would highly recommend Henry to anyone who wants peace of mind while their precious pups are in his care.
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.
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.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Fairfax Station on Rover is $47.25 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog 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 Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 7,177 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 rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
94% of Fairfax Station sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Fairfax Station landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
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.
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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