Pet Boarding Gainesville
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About: I always had dogs growing up in my household and have so much love for them & all other animals. I do have a dog myself & have lots of experience with dog behaviors, medications, dog food, etc. I am a 4th year Animal Science student on a pre-veterinary track at UF & I’m a veterinary assistant at an amazing clinic. When I can, on my free time, I also take the time to volunteer at the Humane Society of North Central Florida. I’ve dogsitted many years for friends & family. I do know how expensive doggy daycares & boarding can be so I wanted to sign up and help pawrents that need a more affordable option. When I’m not working, I have lots & lots of time to hang around your pups, give them company, or just simply walk them! If you have any specific requests, I’m more than happy to accommodate however you’d like. I do live in an apartment so I don’t have a yard but I do walk my girl 3 times a day & she can help keep your baby company. I also have a dog crate and can use it for your pup if you’d like. On some days, I take my baby to the dog park for an hour and can have your pup tag along if you feel comfortable with that.
“I am very picky about who takes care of my boy's and I have to say that I was so pleased with Dana. She treated them like they were hers and kept me in the loop with all the awesome pics. I highly recommend her as a top dog sitter you will not be disappointed. Dana thank you so much for your live of dogs we will be back soon..thanks again Mike, Liz Bruiser and Buster”
“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 is amazing! Our dog Lilly was well taken cared of. Kaylee followed all of our instructions and we know Lilly had fun! Thank you, Kaylee! We will definitely book with her again and recommend her to family and friends!”
“PEACH is a rambunctious puppy of 4 months and Darby took her on for a second time. PEACH comes home obnvioysly well cared for and happy and seems to particularly like Darby's own dog ("Wab") and her significant other. We have two more short trips planned in the next 2 months and (hopefully) Darby will be available. Darby sent us photos daily (nice touch I may add) and she has plenty of space in the backyard and a very nice attitude. We'd definitely like to use her often in the future!”
About: As a veterinary student and former veterinary nurse, I provide compassionate, professional care for dogs of all ages, breeds, and medical needs. Whether your dog is an energetic puppy, a senior needing extra attention, or has special medical requirements, I can provide excellent care for your baby! Current student with availability in the mornings and evenings for drop in care and dog-walking and most flexibility over the weekends and holidays for boarding. Fenced in yard with two sweet and neutered male dogs and one shy cat who will probably not get near your dog :). Drop in visits in your home and dog walking also available!
“Sage is great! She kept me updated and asked questions to make sure Kane was being taken care of in the best way. Kane enjoyed his time with her and her fur babies! Thank you Sage!”
“Shawna was great! We had a wonderful experience, she was very thoughtful with our dog and also has a very friendly playful one as companion herself . She always kept us well updated on candy and send pictures and videos on how she was doing which we loved. Would definitely rebook again!!”
“Lamaris was an outstanding dog sitter! He was professional, punctual, and incredibly flexible when it came to changes in the pickup schedule. Throughout the stay, he kept me updated with adorable photo updates of my dog, Thor, and clearly went above and beyond to pamper him. I highly recommend Lamaris and will definitely be rebooking with him in the future!”
“Wilhelmina was absolutely wonderful with Cleo - thank you for taking such good care of her and giving me updates throughout the trip! Would definitely book with you again in the future 😊”
“Sheyciara was really great with our pups! She sent lots of updates and I could tell our dogs were well taken care of when I picked them up. Definitely recommend her! She was flexible with pick up after we got stuck in traffic which I greatly appreciated!”
“Brynn was responsive, communicative, and easy to work with. Gucci and Prada had a great time with Brynn and her housemates, including Kuna! They were very tired and dirty (which is great coz we know that they were playing alot on the backyard :)”
“Your pups would genuinely be missing out if you don't pick Emily as their caretaker. - She was incredible with our dogs and took such loving care of them. - She handled our dog's medication on perfect schedule - Sent us plenty of pictures and even videos to make sure we knew our pups weren't just doing okay, they were having the time of their lives. Our dogs were excited to see us, but clearly sad to leave when we came to pick them up. It's also worth mentioning that this was a last minute booking that she took on to help us out. You can't ask for a more kind or considerate person to take care of your fur babies than Emily!”
About: Having a pet in our home for the last 20 years, I welcome yours to visit! We have a 14 year old son who loves to play with all dogs. I do work 8:00 AM -5:00 PM Monday-Friday. Weekends I am home most of the day. Our 4 legged family members are ready for playtime when I get home so thats what they get! We have a large privacy fenced back yard to keep your fur baby safe. I can kennel when I leave for work. We have a rose bushes in the yard but no other plants to worry about!
“Carolina and her family were so sweet with our dog. They treated his skin condition according to my instructions and also tried their favorite remedy, which seemed to work well. We are so grateful to have Carolina as a caregiver for our dog next time we plan a trip.”
“Toriana took excellent care of my girl!! She showed me around her apartment during the meet and greet to make sure both Clara and I would be comfortable with the space. She is a great communicator-sent me updates daily and lots of pictures. After meeting Toriana I knew she would take great care of Clara. I highly recommend her services would love to book with her again!”
“Our dogs had a great vacation with Shalom and her family. Murphy and Rufus warmed right up to her and her family, including the Great Danes. She was very quick to respond, flexible with times, and great with specific instructions. Thank you Shalom!”
“The stay was wonderful! When we picked up Nala, she was super relaxed and happy which almost never happens when we leave her to stay somewhere unless it is with my in laws. So pleased and highly recommend.”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Gainesville is $40
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Gainesville
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!
Autumn is the best!! This was the first time I’ve left Doug with anyone and Autumn took care of him like he was one of her own. She sent lots of pictures and updates and her communication is great. I felt very comfortable leaving my boy with her and will definitely book with her again.
Will and his wife were wonderful hosts to my cat, who was diagnosed with some medical issues and needed special attention. They kindly accommodated my requests and instructions, and gave her medications on time. They were incredibly kind, attentive and clearly very loving to her during her stay! The photos and videos Will sent clearly showed how relaxed my cat was during her stay (which is not usually the case when boarded) and that they made her feel at home. Communication was also excellent, with constant updates throughout her stay. Will definitely re-book with them!!
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
My dog seemed to enjoy her stay with Trinity and Thomas. It gave me peace of mind knowing Trinity works as a vet tech and Thomas works from home, so my dog had plenty of attention. We also did a meet-and-greet beforehand to make sure our dogs got along, which I really appreciated. It seemed like my dog got lots of playtime with their dog during her stay. I knew beforehand that their dog might tear up soft toys, so we only brought toys we were okay with parting with. However, one of my dog's hard toys and her food bowl also ended up getting chewed, which is not something my dog usually does. Just keep in mind if you bring any toys or food items that their dog may have access to, they may get chewed on.
Toriana took excellent care of my girl!! She showed me around her apartment during the meet and greet to make sure both Clara and I would be comfortable with the space. She is a great communicator-sent me updates daily and lots of pictures. After meeting Toriana I knew she would take great care of Clara. I highly recommend her services would love to book with her again!
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!
Angelie was amazing with Huggy! He stayed with her for a full week while I was traveling, and I felt completely comfortable knowing he was in her care. She has great experience with dogs of all sizes, including Golden Retriever, and was very confident handling Huggy while he was still recovering from the neuter surgery. She sent lots of updates and photos, which gave me real peace of mind throughout the stay. Her two dogs, Chloe and Cookie, are adorable and very sweet. Even though they’re smaller than Huggy, they got along really well, and it was clear she managed introductions thoughtfully and safely. When I needed to extend the stay, she was flexible and accommodating without hesitation, which I truly appreciated. Angelie is easygoing, kind, and clearly cares about the dogs she watches. I would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Boarding in Gainesville on Rover is $33.3 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet 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 Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 331 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Gainesville. About 93% of Gainesville sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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