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Jessica F.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 265 reviews
73 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

“We had Dobby stayed with Jessica and her husband for 10 days. They really made sure Dobby took his time to get comfortable at their home, and he did! We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing Dobby was in good hands! We are very grateful to have Jessica around. She is our go-to and trusted person now when it comes to boarding for Dobby. Thank you Jessica!”

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Karen S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
North Plainfield, NJ, 07060

“Karen was a star! Sent pictures and updates regularly and clearly put my anxious pup at ease. Gus loved her!”

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Michelle F.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

“Our dog Monster had a fantastic stay with Michelle. We felt very comfortable leaving him with her family for 9 days while we were away. She provided multiple updates throughout our trip, and it was easy to tell Monster was having a great time. Highly recommend!”

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Lucas & Katherine H.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
21 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

“Lucas & Katherine kept us updated and treated our Bentley with nothing but love and care! We look forward to having them as our new sitters! They are amazing!”

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Caroline D.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Union, NJ, 07083

“Caroline and her family looked after Clover really well. He always looked happy in the videos and pictures that were sent; he especially looked happy playing with other dogs and also playing with her son. He is always happy to go into her house when I leave him off.”

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Richard & Kate D.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
35 years of experience
Fanwood, NJ, 07023

“Richard and Kate are amazing dog parents and dog sitters, I left my pup with them for a week , they took very good care of him and treated him as their own. They sent regular updates and pictures and i could enjoy my vacation without any worries. I am lucky to find them here and will consider them for my future travels too.”

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Jose H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 67 reviews
24 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rahway, NJ, 07065

“Joes is a very good care taker for puppies. We appreciate so much he was able to take care our dog for the week while we are not available. Our dog did get along with his own puppies and his family members. We were able to see pictures of our puppy every day, and Joes had scheduled time for the puppy to spend time outside in his private backyard. I would recommend anyone who needs dog boarding services.”

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Jennifer C.
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$63
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Summit, NJ, 07901

“Jen was super flexible on drop-off & pick up times & extended schedule. She was proactive in sending photos of my dog from walks & generous in using extra dog booties on my dogs paws to keep him cleaner. Last minute I had some probiotics & med to give my dog & she was ok with that too! I would definitely be confortable leaving my fur baby with Jen & highly recommend her.”

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Jessica P.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 243 reviews
85 repeat clients
12 years of experience
New Providence, NJ, 07974

“Rocco loves spending time with Jessica and her mom! It is a perfect opportunity for him to socialize since they always have several dogs. Appreciate the flexibility in schedule, Rocco really enjoy staying with them!”

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Diana A.
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Becky & Frankie R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 repeat client
13 years of experience
Roselle, NJ, 07203

“Becky and her family were so professional and pleasant. Their home was perfect for our Leyla with a beautiful green backyard. While on vacation our family received lots of pictures putting our mind at ease. She was snuggled, she was played with and she was loved. She was very active and got lots of exercise. Becky was a great and fast communicator and followed our instructions well. We joked that maybe she wouldn’t want to come back home. Upon pickup Leyla was very happy and very much herself. We will book Becky again the next time we need a pet sitter!”

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Primavera C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Linden, NJ, 07036

“I highly recommend Primavera without any hesitation. She went over and beyond to ensure that my dogs were comfortable despite their ‘anxious and nervous’ behaviors. She was very patient with them. She also kept me updated with pictures and video. I will surely be a repeat customer.”

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Celeste S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
10 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

“Celeste was amazing to work with! I left on a trip and had no one to watch my dog Mika so I had Celeste take care of her for 1 week. Celeste was genuinely excited to watch Mika and she made sure to give lots of attention and affection. She created a comfortable environment and Mika quickly got used to staying in a different house. I received daily updates and photos and was 100% confident that Mika was in the right hands. 10/10 experience and I would not hesitate to leave Mika with Celeste again in the future.”

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Melanie R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 111 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Vauxhall, NJ, 07088

“Wow! What an exceptional experience. Melanie was so lovely and attentive. Our large breed dog Jerome had major surgery so we reserved Melanie months in advance for Thanksgiving travel. She was super accommodating, visited Jerome prior to the reservation and invited us to visit her home to assure us he’d be in a secure space as he continued his healing. She regularly sent adorable photos of Jerome to show us he was content. Melanie is a GREAT caregiver, not just a dog sitter. She’ll always be our first choice in the future.”

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Kimberly S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
South Plainfield, NJ, 07080

“Kim was very accommodating with scheduling. Our dog oreo is very timid, but Kim took the time to make sure he was taken care of. Would recommend.”

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Ivanna C.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
7 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Elizabeth, NJ, 07208

“Ivanna was amazing with my baby and provided reliable and professional dog boarding in the Union NJ area. She created a safe and caring environment and followed all of her care instructions perfectly. My baby felt comfortable and happy throughout the entire stay, and the frequent photo updates gave me so much peace of mind. She came home relaxed, well fed, and clearly loved. I highly recommend Ivanna to anyone looking for trustworthy overnight dog boarding or a caring pet sitter, and I will definitely book with her again.”

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Karina I.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 59 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920

“Karina was an amazing caregiver for our senior dog. She loved and cared for her like one of her own dogs. She maintained constant contact throughout the weekend with texts and pictures and Gertrude can not wait to stay with her again!”

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Grace R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
14 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08817

“This is my second time boarding my dog with Grace and she is AMAZING! She takes such amazing care of my baby and always sends pictures and communicates. Grace is flexible and considerate. Could not recommend her more to anyone looking for quality pet boarding. Thanks Grace!”

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Wade & Justin J.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
5 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Rahway, NJ, 07065

“They were great. We were in town for a concert and we needed someone on short notice, so we messaged. They got back to us right away, great communication. I even got picture updates..”

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Anna Karina A.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
15 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

About: I'm a certified professional dog trainer (#KarinTrainsDogs) and pet mom to [now] 2 dogs and 1 cat. My other dog just passed away on 10/10/25. She was dog-reactive, so now that she is gone, I am able to accept boarding on a case by case basis. My dogs are Milan (13 years old - she is my working dog and sometimes helps in dog training) and her dad Jorge (17 years old - he has a high level of canine autism; he is the reason I became a dog trainer). They are both Beagles. Jorge lives in his own world. My cat is Theodore (about 10 years old - the nicest and easiest cat ever), but he lives in my bedroom so will only interact with your dog if your dog comes into my bedroom. I have a hybrid full-time day job so I go into the city 2-3 times a week at most. I also train dogs on weeknights and weekends. That said, I will only accept boarding on days when I do not have to be away from home for more than three hours. My dogs are place/spot/dog bed and crate trained. I believe that all dogs should be crate TRAINED. This does not mean that all dogs should be crated, but I believe all dogs should be crate trained at the very least so they are comfortable staying inside a crate - if needed. This does not mean that I will crate your dog; however, if you want me to informally crate TRAIN your dog (this is an actual training protocol), I can do that for free! I do not allow my own dogs on furniture. I sometimes allow them on my bed. I may be able to offer some training (formal/informal) to your dog while it's here. If you're interested, this can be discussed after your first booking is completed.

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Deborah K.
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$58
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
5 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Bernardsville, NJ, 07924

“I feel bad for myself when my dogs have a good time without me. - but THEY LOVE GOING TO DEB’S! An overnight and no problems, no starving themselves, no crying all night. Just a regular day only without me. How lucky am I to have access to this help for my furr babies (and for my soul)!”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Fanwood is $60

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Celeste took incredible care of our 12-year-old pup while we were away. Our dog is naturally very anxious, but Celeste was so sweet, calm, and patient that our dog warmed up right away. The updates and photos kept us reassured the whole time. If you have a dog who needs extra tenderness, Celeste is the person to call!

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Jennifer L.
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Leticia was so kind, communicative, and caring for my senior shorkie Bella. I was updated daily with how she was doing with pictures. I really appreciated all the updates which kept my mind at ease. Highly recommend !

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Emery G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jessica cares for our pup like her own. Our dog enjoys staying at Jessica’s for dog sitting and boarding.

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Yoko M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My dog loved his stay with Lakshmi, she ensured my dog was comfortable and engaged. I highly recommend Lakshmi as a sitter who is experienced and knowledgeable about dogs in different breeds and personalities.

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Siddharth N.
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Absolutely amazing!! She takes such good care of my pup, sends videos, and is flexible when flight issues cause unexpected changes. HIGHLY recommend Margarita!

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Christina B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I couldn’t be happier with the care my dog received! Amarilis was kind, responsible, and attentive, and kept me updated throughout the stay, which gave me great peace of mind. Tyson was happy, comfortable, and well taken care of. I truly appreciate the love and attention she gave Tyson. I would definitely recommend Amarilis to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter!

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Tee W.
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Ava was great with peaches. She gave me daily updates and followed all of our daily routines. She sent me pictures and updates daily along with some videos as well. We will definitely be rebooting with her again 😁

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Tara M.
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Megan and Nick and the children are absolutely amazing, they made the day easy and smooth for me and Cosmo. I believe we have found a second home for Cosi, I’m super happy. Big thanks to them 😍!

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Grace B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My dog loves boarding here! He’s stayed twice and both times came home happy and well loved. I received plenty of photo updates throughout his stay and always knew he was being well taken care of. He needs pills with his meals and that was never a problem. My dog can’t wait to go back!

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Mieke S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashely is great and very passionate about the pups. On top of being a life saver (last minute booking), Zion was clearly taken care of and had a great time. Would recommend Ashley!

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Melissa C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our dog Monster had a fantastic stay with Michelle. We felt very comfortable leaving him with her family for 9 days while we were away. She provided multiple updates throughout our trip, and it was easy to tell Monster was having a great time. Highly recommend!

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Stuart & Anisha C.
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I highly recommend Vanessa! She took wonderful care of Sandy and treated her like family. She kept me updated with messages and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. Sandy came home happy.

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Linda B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rosary was so great with our 5 year old dog, Allen. He’s a rescue and is hesitant with new people, but Rosary was extra gentle and loving with him. She even cooked him meals daily without me asking! I think our dog was actually sad to come home! We will definitely book again and highly recommend.

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Meredith S.
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Ellen was great for boarding. She did a meet and greet before committing, was super thorough on care and feeding preferences, and sent daily updates. Highly recommended!

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Alex C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Richard and Kate are amazing dog parents and dog sitters, I left my pup with them for a week , they took very good care of him and treated him as their own. They sent regular updates and pictures and i could enjoy my vacation without any worries. I am lucky to find them here and will consider them for my future travels too.

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Devinder B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lisa is the absolute best and takes great care of my girl. I can always travel in peace knowing Kaya is having a great time with her friends.

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Jotie S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Na P was wonderful. everything was 1st class care of my beloved dog. She sent many pictures and videos.

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Jim H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Luis was able to help us out in a bind with last minute help for the week. He was easy to work with and took good care of our dog.

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Kevin G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Anthony was great! Took care of our boy, took him on walks, provided updates, was flexible for us to drop off an hour earlier as plans changed. Definitely would book again!

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Steve W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jeffery takes care of my pet perfectly, my dog really looks very happy. He followed my pets feeding and walking schedule perfectly. He send frequent updates, photos and videos..I didn't worry while I am away. I will book again definitely.

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Fanwood is $58 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $35 and $77 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 October 2026, there are 13,389 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Fanwood. 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 Fanwood 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 Fanwood 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 Fanwood.

<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 Fanwood 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.

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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 NJ 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.

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