Dog Boarding Gainesville
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“Anas and Tate are truly exceptional— they treated Kaine and Lyuba like family with so much care and attention. Always reliable, thoughtful, and communicative. We appreciate them sending updates, videos and pictures. We feel completely at ease knowing our fur babies are in such compassionate, responsible, and capable hands.”
“Ashley was so amazing and caring with our puppy! I highly recommend her to anyone needing a sitter for their fur baby. She made sure we were at ease by keeping us posted with comments and pictures.”
“Adam was a fantastic sitter! He sent lots of photos and updates and took great care of Charlie. I felt very comfortable leaving my dog with Adam and will be using him again in the future :)”
“Nina is always great. I believe this is our third time. She always takes good care of our elderly cat and ensures his medication schedule is adhered to. She always sends fun updates as well.”
“Autumn was absolutely fantastic. Hands down the only other person I’d trust to board my dog in their home. I was so scared of leaving my baby in the care of someone else with other dogs, but Autumn made me feel as though I could trust her. She is organized, and reassured me throughout the day. She absolutely adored my dog and treated her as her own! I trust her 100%. 10000/10 recommended Autumn.”
“Alexander is such a wonderful sitter. Arthur was happy when we pick him up. Although it was his first time to be away from us, Alexander sent us messages & videos. Thank you soo much Alexander!!”
“I’m so thankful for Vanessa! She was able to take in Marshall very last minute and watch him for the whole weekend. She was great at sending pictures and updates of him throughout the weekend too. He loved it and came home a happy dog!”
“I am so grateful to Paula and family for taking such good care of my baby. I had a last minute trip and she was so accommodating .She was sitting and enjoying petting when I walked in. I highly recommend Paula.”
“Shalom did an amazing job watching my dog, Carti, while I was away for work. From the beginning, she was professional, communicative, and made me feel comfortable leaving him in her care. She sent regular updates and pictures throughout his stay, which gave me peace of mind and reassured me that he was having a great time. It was clear that she genuinely cared about Carti and treated him like one of her own. When I picked him up, he was happy, well cared for, and seemed to have thoroughly enjoyed his time with her. I would absolutely trust Shalom to watch Carti again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter. Thank you, Shalom!”
“Daphne took wonderful care of our senior cat! She provided lots of photos and updates while we were gone, which I truly appreciated. She did a great job administering our cats medication. And our cat enjoyed spending time with Daphne as well!”
“I usually never do reviews. But if you need your pet taken care of, Gianna is that person. If I could leave Gianna any more stars I would! She’s so attentive and kind. She took care of my sweet boy for a little over a week and constantly gave me updates. It gave me a piece of mind knowing he was in good hands. I will definitely be rebooking.”
“Kaylee was fantastic with Freya! Leaving your dog with someone new is always a little nerve wracking, but she put my mind at ease immediately. She was reliable, communicative, and sent regular updates with photos throughout the stay. It was clear from the photos that Freya was happy, relaxed, and well cared for. I’ll definitely be booking with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring sitter.”
“These two are simply awesome. They loved my dog and my dog loved them. They are very diligent, experienced with animals, and very friendly. The accommodations were wonderful highly recommend.”
“Caitlynn is absolutely amazing! She was very responsive, kept me updated on Sage throughout my trip and sent pictures. didn’t have to worry if she was okay. This is my second booking on Rover. The first time was a nightmare, but I’m glad I gave it another shot. I will definitely be open to booking with Caitlynn again for sure.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gainesville is $40
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Gainesville
I was so pleased to find Carolina. My dog Allie is used to being around people most of the day, and Carolina’s home was perfect for her. Carolina took such great care of Allie in her home and provided daily updates, including photos and videos, to let me know that she was comfortable and adjusting well. Allie received lots of attention and belly rubs and went on daily walks. Carolina and her family provided a home away from home, and it was such a comfort to know that Allie was so well cared for while we were away. We will definitely book with her again in the future!
Rachel is one of the best sitters I’ve had for Eli. She sent multiple photos and updates every day, took him on several walks, and even found a dog he’d play with, which is rare for him. She was flexible when my plans changed, and I’d definitely book again. She knows dogs!
Jonathan always takes great care of Olive! Olive truly enjoys going to his house and hiding in all of the blankets. This is my second time leaving Olive in his care, she was happy to be going back and I could tell she remembered spending time there, that put me at ease while I was out of town. Will definitely book again in the future
We absolutely loved Tinsel’s stay with Nicole, and so did our dog! She had so much fun over the holiday at Nicole’s home. She had unrestricted access to a large, fully fenced backyard designed thoughtfully for dogs and plenty of space to explore indoors. Nicole was incredibly responsive and kept us updated with lots of adorable photos throughout the stay. We had a wonderful Rover experience and will definitely book with Nicole again! Highly recommended!
This was our first time using Rover, and Sarah made the entire experience easy and stress-free. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive during the booking process and answered all of our questions promptly. Sarah was also very flexible with our drop-off and pick-up times, which we greatly appreciated. Throughout Sparky's 4-night stay, she sent lots of pictures and regular updates, which gave us peace of mind and allowed us to see how much fun Sparky was having. It was clear that Sparky received plenty of attention, care, and affection while she was with Sarah. In fact, by the end of the stay, we were joking that Sparky might not want to come home because she was getting so much love and attention! She looked happy, comfortable, and completely spoiled in the best possible way. We couldn't have asked for a better first Rover experience and would absolutely book with Sarah again. Highly recommend! Thank you so much!!!
Our 18 year old dachshund had such a great time at Adam's. You could tell he felt comfortable and relaxed there. This says alot because our dog is normally an anxious old man when we go on vacation. Adam sent us pics daily and made sure Bentley didn't jump off of things (which is hard because he is impulsive as well). Adam's love for dogs is very apparent through his pet sitting skills. Highly recommend him for your dog's pet sitting needs!
I would first like to start out by saying I was a newbie at using Rover and boarding my dog. Shey and Michael were great with helping me feel comfortable. I have a large breed dog and they were knowledgeable and was able to take on caring for him. They did wonderful with updates. My dog, Bleu, got along very well with their dogs, especially Ocean! I had issues with my travel plans and they were flexible in allowing me to add on one more day at the last minute. I cannot rave enough about my booking. Definitely will be booking with them again!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Gainesville on Rover is $33.3 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 320 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Gainesville. 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.
93% of Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville.
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 Gainesville 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 FL 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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