Dog Boarding Gaines
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“Toni was very nice and accommodating. I booked relatively last minute after my normal dog sitter wasn't available, she got back to me relatively quickly and helped put my mind at ease leaving my elderly dog with someone new.”
“Nico had a great time with Marty and her family. She was attentive and gave me updates everyday which was very nice. Her house was also very clean and I felt safe leaving my pup with her. Will definitely recommend her and already thinking of using her service for my future travels”
“Laura was amazing! Her house was spotless and tidy, so there was nothing for our pups to get into. The pups had a large yard to run around in. She sent us daily updates from their walks to the lake, so our dogs got really good exercise while with Laura. We were so happy with her, that we actually recommended her to a friend, while our dogs were still there! We will use her again 100% for our next out of town trip. She even went above and beyond, as one of our Frenchies got a paw infection 2 days before out trip. Laura administered medicine and even did epsom salt soaks on her paw. We could not be happier with how our dogs were taken care of.”
“Victoria took wonderful care of my pup! She provided updates during his stay and maintained great communication with me. She is very capable and reliable and I would certainly have Chester in her care again!”
“Joni is absolutely the BEST! I have a 6 year old Australian Cattle Dog that loves constant attention. I’ve tried traditional boarding in the past at a “pet retreat” but my dog does not typically get along well with other dogs even though I’ve socialized him with training classes, walks, and with other dogs visiting the house. I was worried about leaving my dog for a week since he can’t be with other dogs but Joni handled it with no issues! Joni offered a meet and greet for my dog to get acclimated with her home and a few treats to entice him back. Communication was frequent while I was out of town and Joni even provided pictures. Bottom line, you can’t find anyone better than Joni to care for your dog and I will be booking with Joni in the future!”
“Shannon S. did a wonderful job watching our dog Sophie! She sent lots of pictures which we appreciated. You could tell Sophie was having a great time. I would highly recommend her if you are looking for a great place for your dog to stay.”
“If you want to treat your dog for the spa / vacation while you are gone , do not look any other place ! They are so amazing and lovely . Zoe is also a sweetheart 😍My dog fell in love with both of them instantly! I can not explain how wonderful and lovely they both are . Will definitely bring my dog back”
“They were great! Loved getting picture updates and seeing my 3 dogs happy and playing with their 2. Great communication and flexibility with drop off and pick ups. I can tell my dogs were well taken care of and loved!”
“I already shared all the good things in my first review, so I’ll just say this: I came back for a reason! Once again, he was great with my dog and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with him again. 😊”
“I could not have asked for a better care for my fur kids Kodak and Luna. Andrew and Morgan were great. They sent lots of pictures showing how well Kodak and Luna were getting along. I was afraid the fur kids may not want to come home with me. I hope they will be available next time I need to board the fur kids.”
“Kelly took great care of our dog, Bo! It was our first time boarding him, so we were a little nervous but she made the whole experience easy and stress free. She kept us updated with messages and pictures and it was clear that Bo was happy and well cared for, and we couldn't have asked for a better first boarding experience. We will definitely be booking with Kelly again!”
“Martha was very personable in our arrangement. She sent several messages to let us know how our Gabbi was doing. We've got a real spoiled dog and she wasn't used to being away, but Martha allowed her to sleep with her to keep her calm. That was much appreciated.”
“Kellie and Paige were great with my Nora girl. Even with their schedules, other dogs, and life she got special attention. That included sitting next to Nora while she ate for reassurance. She was definitely treated like she was their own. Nora will be back!”
“Highly recommend! She took the stress of leaving your dog with strangers away right away. We did an initial meet and greet before confirming the booking. I didnt know what I was doing it was my first using the app and booking a service. She guided me on how to do it and honored the original price which was wrong. I dropped Davenchi off in the evening and I expected I wouldn't hear from Holly until the next day but she started updating me right away. I was able to rest easy the first night because she sent pics and let me know how he was adjusting. Everyday after that I got morning and evening updates with pics and sometimes midday updates if he made new friends or did something special. She even trained him a lil bit for me Hes a 4 month old puppy. Nothing but great things to say. The paw pedicures he received really won me over!”
“Tracey did a wonderful job taking care of Stretch! It was his first time with a dog sitter for that long and she was the perfect person for him. I appreciated her daily pictures and how attentive she was to his needs. Will definitely rebook with her!”
“Rachel did an amazing job with our dog. She kept us updated with how Louie was doing and sent us lots of pictures, which was great to see how he was doing. I really believe Louie enjoyed himself with Rachel and her family.”
“Mandy was fantastic!! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great dog sitter. She was very communicative and provided pictures and updates daily! Our Maggie was so happy and loved while we were away!”
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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 Gaines 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 Gaines.
<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 Gaines 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 MI 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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