Pet Boarding in Gainesville
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Top rated Gainesville pet boarders
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Highly recommended! Kerri and her husband John took such great care of my senior dog and puppy together for a week! The communication was always quick and we were sent updates and pictures regularly. I felt safe knowing my dogs were with people who would care for them as if they were their own!”

“They were amazing!! Took great care of my little buddy. They sent pics and videos everyday, played with him, and actually paid attention to him. Would 1000% recommend and use them again.”

“Gretchen and Marc are the best. They took great care of our dog while we were away. She absolutely loved the space (and the birds) in the back yard. They treated her like she was their own. Thank you!”


“Amy did a fantastic job! We had a very last minute trip and the day of she accepted our puppy. She took sooo many pictures and videos. She did exactly what we asked at night time because our pup gave separation anxiety. Our pup seemed SO happy but also worn out from play with their dogs (who seem so sweet). We will definitely be hiring her again for future boarding.”

“I booked with Heather last minute and it was my very first time using the app. Let me just say that Zeus’s stay exceeded my expectations. I received pictures of him playing, relaxing and just being part of the family. It felt so much like a home away from home for him. Needless to say, I will be booking again.”


“We have an anxious Great Dane that hates when we leave. We left him for a few days with Savannah and it was amazing! She sent tons of pictures of him playing in the backyard with other dogs and when he slept comfortably in a dog bed at night. She really eased any worry I had. We will definitely be using her from now on when we have to go out of town. Thanks Savannah! You’re amazing!”

“Stacey did a wonderful job taking care of my Chorkie puppy Max! She was in constant communication and sent the cutest pics of Max each day. He looked to be having fun and feeling at home which was great as it was my first time leaving him with a sitter. I know that she could’ve handled any issues that came up, will definitely call her again next time I need a dog sitter!”

“My cat, Tim, absolutely LOVES Caylei! She sends me photos and videos throughout his time with her, and it's always obvious how happy and cared for he is. He has special needs and she dies an excellent job of caring for those needs as well as loving him.”

“Rene was fantastic with our 2 pups! Got daily updates and the pups looked like they had a great time and felt like family 😊 highly recommended and will book with Rene again!”

“Josie was wonderful with my dog Apollo! He can be anxious, but she made him feel comfortable and welcome. She was so kind and always responded immediately if I had any questions. I would definitely re-book with her again.”

“Ryan and his family are lovely people and took excellent care of my dog. They have a young Aussie who was also sweet and my dog came back to me very relaxed and happy (and very tired after all the fun!). Ryan offered to bathe my dog after he got dirty on a hike, which was very thoughtful. He sent frequent photos and kept me in the loop with everything, which put me at ease after having a poor experience with a previous Rover dog sitter. I couldn’t recommend this family enough! Thank you Ryan and family!”

“Adriana was absolutely amazing! The initial meeting was super easy and she was friendly and asked a bunch of questions. She sent photos everyday of my dog and did everything I ask of her. I can tell she is a dog lover!! She definitely has a talent for it.”

“We had such a wonderful experience with Kathryn while we were away for a week! Leaving Zeus for the first time was honestly nerve-wracking, especially with his medical needs, but she completely put our minds at ease. She was incredibly attentive, patient, and understanding, making sure he got all the care and attention he needed. It was clear from the updates that he was happy, comfortable, and in great hands the entire time. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better first experience, and we’ll absolutely be using her again in the future. Highly recommend!”

“Richard took excellent care of my high energy dogs while we took a spring break trip! He sent me updates and was very communicative the whole trip. I felt so good knowing my girls were safe and well cared for. Will definitely be booking with Richard again!”

“I am so grateful to have found Patricia! My pup had the best time and I felt incredibly comfortable and at ease the entire stay. She sent frequent updates and photos. I know he had so much fun and felt loved!”

“I can't recommend [Pet Sitter's Name] highly enough! She took amazing care of my dog while I was away and gave me complete peace of mind throughout the entire stay. She treated my pup like her own, and it was clear from the start that she genuinely cares about the animals she watches. One thing I especially appreciated was the daily updates. She sent messages and pictures every day, letting me know how my dog was doing and sharing little moments from their time together. It made being away so much easier and reassured me that my pup was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. When I returned, my dog was relaxed, happy, and clearly had a wonderful time. I am so grateful for the excellent care and communication, and I would absolutely trust her to watch my dog again in the future. Highly recommend! 🐾❤️”

“Lidia took care of my kitten for 4 nights and did such an amazing job. She keeps you updated about your pet and sends you pictures! Makes you feel calm and relaxed when you leave your pet with her. I would highly recommend you to her and would definitely book with her again!”


“Virginia is wonderful! She kept my senior baby for a week and everything went smoothly. She listened to my concerns and special needs of my poochie and I felt very comfortable leaving Panda with her. She is very responsive and flexible with scheduling. I would definitely recommend Virginia and will use her again when we are in the area. Thank you Virginia!”

“Christina and her husband took amazing care of Asher! Her house is well suited for dogs. They took the time to play and walk Asher. She is very experienced with dogs as well. I would definitely have her look after Asher again.”


About: I have taken care of many dogs/cats. My family and I love all animals and are excited to have furry visitors to love on. I work three days out of the week night shift! I have plenty of time to love on fur babies and meet their needs! Im always up early and ready to start the day! We have an open space home and an open space yard away from the road. Plenty of space to run around or walk around leashed or unleashed. We do not have any other animals in our home besides our two toddlers who are boys who love any animal.
Gainesville pet parents share their Rover experiences
Stephanie is truly amazing! She’s easily my favorite sitter on Rover. My dogs absolutely love her, and that alone says everything. She’s the sweetest and always keeps us updated with pictures and messages, which gives me so much peace of mind when I’m away. You can tell she genuinely cares and treats my dogs like her own. I would book her a thousand times over without hesitation. If you’re looking for someone reliable, loving, and attentive—Stephanie is the one!

This was a really good experience. My Nova had never gone to a dog sitter before so we were a little nervous. Helena was amazing! She kept us up to date with pictures and messages. We were running behind schedule on our way back and she was accommodating. We will definitely use her again! Thanks Helenia, we really appreciated you and all you did!

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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.


