Pet Boarding in Gainesville
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“Alistair did a great job and keep me updated all the time. He takes care of the puppy like his own. I would highly recommend him and you can trust to leave your pet in good hands. Thank you Alistair and keep up the good work.”


“Truly appreciate elizabeth. She was super welcoming and i liked how calm my dogs were as soon as they walked in. I loved that she had other dogs that were close in size to mine. I would definitely book again!!!!”


About: Former foster parent at the local humane society, experienced with senior care. I live in an adult-only, quiet, fenced backyard house in the suburbs with no current animals. Great for dogs who prefer being the only one in the house or the center of attention. Also ideal for bigger dogs who might enjoy more space. I am currently a full-time online student at the University of Florida. I am available nearly all waking hours to monitor your pet and their needs. I have a super flexible and available schedule for last-minute requests/changes. My house is dog-proof whether your pet enjoys roaming around or prefers being crated. I live with my sister who is also an animal lover and an experienced dog walker. Rest assured, your dog will be extra spoiled under our care!

“From the moment I met her, I had full confidence in Brenda because she told me that she wants to be a veterinarian!!! When I reunited with Kaussie, it was evident that Kaussie had already fallen in love with Brenda and her family due to the exceptional care he received. Also, Scooby played so well with Kaussie that I was overjoyed to see Kaussie make a new friend. Most of all, Brenda's backyard is incredibly spacious and securely fenced, so Kaussie might have been reluctant to come back to his home, lol. Choosing Brenda might have been a coincidence, but I truly believe it was the luckiest decision I made!”


“Kelsey was excellent! Very kind, great communication, and very accommodating. She is a real pro and took great care of my cat sending me pictures of him throughout his stay. He is not well socialized with the other cats, despite this Kelsey was able to provide him the space and attention to enjoy his stay! I would highly recommend her, you can rest assured your pet is in good hands with Kelsey!”


About: Hey, I’m Nathalia! I’ve been caring for dogs for the past two years, and I truly love what I do. Whether your pup is a playful puppy, a sweet senior, or full of energy, I’ll treat them like family. Recently, I have fostered a couple of dogs since I was to be able to provide them with the best loving home to be in. My goal is to make sure they feel safe, loved, and happy while you're away. I can’t wait to meet your furry friend! I’m currently a student so i’ll be home in the mornings and afternoons, so I’ll have time to be with your puppy. I’m available any day of the week and/or weekends I care for pets like they’re part of the family, making sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable. I pay close attention to their needs. I take the time to build a bond by being patient, consistent, and always gentle. In a client’s home, I respect their space and routine, following their instructions to keep their pet happy and stress-free. My goal is to make every pet feel at ease, whether they’re with me for a short visit or an extended stay.

“Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of my pup. Sussanna sent photo texts for updates with my pup each day, and that helps with peace of mind that my pup is doing well. Drop off and pick up were super easy and flexible.”


“Darby was great and Karly loved her stay there! She came back happy and played out! Darby was great with communication and I felt an immense sense of ease while I was traveling. Thanks so much and I will bring her back!”


“This will be the second time Abigail has cared for my sweet Zoey and I could not be happier! Throughout her stay I get pictures and updates letting me know how she is doing. The peace of mind is greatly appreciated and allows for me to focus on my trip without worrying. I can tell she is adored and in the best care possible! 💕 I will forever recommend Abigail to whomever needs their babies cared for!!”


“Such an amazing experience for first time using Rover! She made me feel at ease and kept me updated with pictures and videos throughout the stay. Absolutely recommend her, you can truly see how much care she puts into her services. 10/10”


“Krislyn was awesome! She kept me updated throughout the stay and had some great photos to share! She was super responsive and I totally recommend her if you want an attentive and trustworthy person for you and your pup!”



“Stephanie took good care of our puppy Pickles for 4 days. Whenever i would ask her about Pickles she would respond promptly. My puppy has allergies so he had daily creams that need to be applied. Stephanie listened catefully and she religiously applied the creams for me. She and her family are very wonderful. When we got back from our mini vacation our puppy seemed very happy and looked like he had tons of fun. He was also clean and he smelled very nice so that's a plus! Thanks Stephanie!”


“Carolina did a fantastic job taking care of our dog while we were out of town for a week. She was very proactive and attentive to our dog's special needs, and very communicative throughout. It gave us great peace of mind to know that either she and her family was present at home with our dog 24/7. Would definitely book with her again!”


About: When i started with my dog, i understood that one of the things that pets appreciate the most is walks and having their hair brushed. My special walking and hair brushing services will make your pet feel at home. I am currently a student at the UF so I have enough time to walk your dogs. I am available to offer walks every day in the mornings from 7am and in the evenings from 7:30 pm. It is possible to care for pets in your own home. before validations I will take care of their feeding and hydration and Of course the play

“Amy was great! She communicated early and often, giving me confidence that my anxious little doggo settled in and had a nice sleepover, so I has able to relax and enjoy my evening as well. She has a great fenced yard and a calm, friendly dog of here own, which worked out perfectly. We will definitely use Amy again.”

“Tiffany was great with my pup! Very flexible and great communication. She updated me every day with how my pup was doing and sent me a couple of pictures a day. She asked all the right questions prior to his stay to make sure she could provide the best care. We will definitely book with her again, I would recommend her to any pet parent. She will treat your pet as her own and provide the best care for them. Thank you again! -DonQ and Elissa 🫶🏼”

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Alistair M.Star Sitter

“Alistair did a great job and keep me updated all the time. He takes care of the puppy like his own. I would highly recommend him and you can trust to leave your pet in good hands. Thank you Alistair and keep up the good work.”


Elizabeth P.Star Sitter

“Truly appreciate elizabeth. She was super welcoming and i liked how calm my dogs were as soon as they walked in. I loved that she had other dogs that were close in size to mine. I would definitely book again!!!!”


Thomas & Emily Y.
About: Former foster parent at the local humane society, experienced with senior care. I live in an adult-only, quiet, fenced backyard house in the suburbs with no current animals. Great for dogs who prefer being the only one in the house or the center of attention. Also ideal for bigger dogs who might enjoy more space. I am currently a full-time online student at the University of Florida. I am available nearly all waking hours to monitor your pet and their needs. I have a super flexible and available schedule for last-minute requests/changes. My house is dog-proof whether your pet enjoys roaming around or prefers being crated. I live with my sister who is also an animal lover and an experienced dog walker. Rest assured, your dog will be extra spoiled under our care!


Miranda L.Star Sitter

“Miranda took great care of our two pups. We have one dog who gets pretty nervous around new people but he warmed up just fine with her. Thanks Miranda!”


Brenda L.

“From the moment I met her, I had full confidence in Brenda because she told me that she wants to be a veterinarian!!! When I reunited with Kaussie, it was evident that Kaussie had already fallen in love with Brenda and her family due to the exceptional care he received. Also, Scooby played so well with Kaussie that I was overjoyed to see Kaussie make a new friend. Most of all, Brenda's backyard is incredibly spacious and securely fenced, so Kaussie might have been reluctant to come back to his home, lol. Choosing Brenda might have been a coincidence, but I truly believe it was the luckiest decision I made!”


Kelsey M.

“Kelsey was excellent! Very kind, great communication, and very accommodating. She is a real pro and took great care of my cat sending me pictures of him throughout his stay. He is not well socialized with the other cats, despite this Kelsey was able to provide him the space and attention to enjoy his stay! I would highly recommend her, you can rest assured your pet is in good hands with Kelsey!”


Nathalia V.
About: Hey, I’m Nathalia! I’ve been caring for dogs for the past two years, and I truly love what I do. Whether your pup is a playful puppy, a sweet senior, or full of energy, I’ll treat them like family. Recently, I have fostered a couple of dogs since I was to be able to provide them with the best loving home to be in. My goal is to make sure they feel safe, loved, and happy while you're away. I can’t wait to meet your furry friend! I’m currently a student so i’ll be home in the mornings and afternoons, so I’ll have time to be with your puppy. I’m available any day of the week and/or weekends I care for pets like they’re part of the family, making sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable. I pay close attention to their needs. I take the time to build a bond by being patient, consistent, and always gentle. In a client’s home, I respect their space and routine, following their instructions to keep their pet happy and stress-free. My goal is to make every pet feel at ease, whether they’re with me for a short visit or an extended stay.


Phoenix K.

“Phoenix accepted my request on very short notice, provided pictures and videos, and seemed to really care for our dog. I will definitely use her again!”


Aimee R.

“Aimee took great care of my pup and sent updates with pix every single day to help me feel at ease while I was away. I will definitely be booking with her again!”


Sussanna G.

“Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of my pup. Sussanna sent photo texts for updates with my pup each day, and that helps with peace of mind that my pup is doing well. Drop off and pick up were super easy and flexible.”


Darby E.

“Darby was great and Karly loved her stay there! She came back happy and played out! Darby was great with communication and I felt an immense sense of ease while I was traveling. Thanks so much and I will bring her back!”


Abigail H.

“This will be the second time Abigail has cared for my sweet Zoey and I could not be happier! Throughout her stay I get pictures and updates letting me know how she is doing. The peace of mind is greatly appreciated and allows for me to focus on my trip without worrying. I can tell she is adored and in the best care possible! 💕 I will forever recommend Abigail to whomever needs their babies cared for!!”


Dianivette R.

“Such an amazing experience for first time using Rover! She made me feel at ease and kept me updated with pictures and videos throughout the stay. Absolutely recommend her, you can truly see how much care she puts into her services. 10/10”


Krislyn D.

“Krislyn was awesome! She kept me updated throughout the stay and had some great photos to share! She was super responsive and I totally recommend her if you want an attentive and trustworthy person for you and your pup!”




Stephanie V.

“Stephanie took good care of our puppy Pickles for 4 days. Whenever i would ask her about Pickles she would respond promptly. My puppy has allergies so he had daily creams that need to be applied. Stephanie listened catefully and she religiously applied the creams for me. She and her family are very wonderful. When we got back from our mini vacation our puppy seemed very happy and looked like he had tons of fun. He was also clean and he smelled very nice so that's a plus! Thanks Stephanie!”


Carolina S.

“Carolina did a fantastic job taking care of our dog while we were out of town for a week. She was very proactive and attentive to our dog's special needs, and very communicative throughout. It gave us great peace of mind to know that either she and her family was present at home with our dog 24/7. Would definitely book with her again!”


Paula N.Star Sitter
“She takes care about my pets very well , she is so responsible , Honest and she likes the animals . She like to be with them”


Amy T.
“Amy was great! She communicated early and often, giving me confidence that my anxious little doggo settled in and had a nice sleepover, so I has able to relax and enjoy my evening as well. She has a great fenced yard and a calm, friendly dog of here own, which worked out perfectly. We will definitely use Amy again.”


Esteisy D.

“Takes really good care of Ry and updates very often while I’m gone. Will be a repeated customer as I have been traveling a lot recently. Thank you Steisy!”


Tiffany R.


“Tiffany was great with my pup! Very flexible and great communication. She updated me every day with how my pup was doing and sent me a couple of pictures a day. She asked all the right questions prior to his stay to make sure she could provide the best care. We will definitely book with her again, I would recommend her to any pet parent. She will treat your pet as her own and provide the best care for them. Thank you again! -DonQ and Elissa 🫶🏼”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Gainesville.
Rover makes it easy to find Gainesville pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
