Dog Boarding in Gainesville
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Top rated Gainesville dog boarders
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Aimee sat for Enzo several times and he always had a great time. Aimee is great at providing pics of how he’s doing and includes thoughtful notes. I strongly recommend Aimee to anyone looking for a pet sitter, they will be loved and cared for while you’re away!”
“Couldn’t be more happy with Ashley’s boarding services. She kept me updated with messages and pictures, got more food when my girl was out, and even offered to clip Gamora’s nails. Which by some miracle her and her boy friend were able to. They are an amazing team and very clearly love the pets under their care. Excited because I travel regularly for work and it’s a huge relief to know that Gamora will always be in good hands.”
“Always grateful for you taking good care of Jax! Thank you for the constant pics and updates. We felt very at ease on our vacation with him in good hands.”
“Chaoran did a great job looking after Pippin for us for 7 days. She dealt with his goofiness and adapted to meet his needs. She was patient with him, and most importantly Pippin was happy and healthy with her. Everything that we wanted her to do for Pippin she did, and she sent daily pictures / videos to us, so we could see him.”
“Maria was great! Our dogs came back happy and worn out from playing in her backyard. Overall really good experience, definitely recommend Maria. 👍”
“Martha was wonderful with Gelato. She gave him a lot of attention and care. He enjoyed their walk to the local 1971 coffee shop. Martha is a great sitter. I will definitely request her services in the future.”
“James and Iryna have taken care of our boy Ziggy several times and it’s a painless, stress-free experience every time. They’re reliable and fantastic with our anxious Ziggy. We’re so lucky to have found them!”
“This was our first time boarding with Darnell. Lulah has a lot of medical issues and on lots of medications so not everyone wants to take on that responsibility. Darnell didn't hesitate. He communicated, quick to respond, and sent pictures during her stay. It's always so nice knowing you can enjoy your vacation and not worry about your fur baby.”
“We have used Stacie twice now for our boy, and we love having her to take care of him! He never wants to leave her house and always comes home so tired from playing with Ziggy. They treat him like their own family so it definitely puts me at ease when he’s at her home. 12/10 would recommend her to anyone!!”
“Mike and his family took great care of Rambo. He was very communicative and friendly. Will definitely use his services again. Highly recommend!”
“If you need a sitter, look no more! You found her!! This was our first time using Caroline and it won’t be our last! Excellent communication and daily pics of our precious fur baby!”
“Jaime and Mike are the best. They treat my dog as one of their own and send pics and updates all the time. Super flexible as well. My dog loves them and get supper excited to see them. Highly recommend”
“We left Harley with Austin and Michaela over this past weekend. Communication with them was seamless and we got daily updates. It always looked like she was having a great time (she LOVES to play!) and she has been worn out since. We would definitely use Austin and Michaela again!”
“I can't say enough good things! Cynthia took amazing care of my dog. Willow was truly happy, relaxed, and content when I picked her up. Cynthia provided plenty of picture updates and communication throughout Willow's stay. I would 100% recommend her as a sitter and hope to book with her again in the future.”
“Great communication! Noelle really loved on my dog and was reliable and easy to work with. Thanks so much, Noelle! We’ll bring Lulu back again sometime!”
“Michelle took excellent care of my Chance. She sent pics and videos and updates which I truly appreciated. I would definitely recommend her and take my Chance back. He loved it there.”
“Stephanie was absolutely wonderful with our Luna! From the very first meet-and-greet, she made sure we felt at ease and assured us that Luna would be treated like one of her own. She kept us updated daily with plenty of photos, showing all the fun Luna was having with Kodi—whether playing in the backyard or enjoying their walks together. We’re so grateful for the love and care she gave our girl, and we’ll definitely be reaching out to Stephanie the next time we need to board Luna. Thank you for treating her like family!”
“She took very well care of our 2 dogs while we were on vacation. One of our dogs is elderly and has to go outside frequently and Brandie was very accommodating. She took care of them like they were her own. Thank you so much!”
“Sheetal and her family took great care of Indy. He clearly enjoyed his stay and was made to feel like he was part of the family. We will definitely be using her again.”
“Ellen was wonderful with my two Shi Tsus. I have one older dog who needs a little TLC and she took such good care of him. She did a great job communicating and kept the dogs happy. I highly recommend.”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Aimee Q.Star Sitter
“Aimee sat for Enzo several times and he always had a great time. Aimee is great at providing pics of how he’s doing and includes thoughtful notes. I strongly recommend Aimee to anyone looking for a pet sitter, they will be loved and cared for while you’re away!”
Ashley M.Star Sitter
“Couldn’t be more happy with Ashley’s boarding services. She kept me updated with messages and pictures, got more food when my girl was out, and even offered to clip Gamora’s nails. Which by some miracle her and her boy friend were able to. They are an amazing team and very clearly love the pets under their care. Excited because I travel regularly for work and it’s a huge relief to know that Gamora will always be in good hands.”
Eun Ha S.Star Sitter
“Always grateful for you taking good care of Jax! Thank you for the constant pics and updates. We felt very at ease on our vacation with him in good hands.”
Chaoran J.Star Sitter
“Chaoran did a great job looking after Pippin for us for 7 days. She dealt with his goofiness and adapted to meet his needs. She was patient with him, and most importantly Pippin was happy and healthy with her. Everything that we wanted her to do for Pippin she did, and she sent daily pictures / videos to us, so we could see him.”
Maria S.Star Sitter
“Maria was great! Our dogs came back happy and worn out from playing in her backyard. Overall really good experience, definitely recommend Maria. 👍”
Martha R.
“Martha was wonderful with Gelato. She gave him a lot of attention and care. He enjoyed their walk to the local 1971 coffee shop. Martha is a great sitter. I will definitely request her services in the future.”
James & Iryna F.Star Sitter
“James and Iryna have taken care of our boy Ziggy several times and it’s a painless, stress-free experience every time. They’re reliable and fantastic with our anxious Ziggy. We’re so lucky to have found them!”
Darnell P.Star Sitter
“This was our first time boarding with Darnell. Lulah has a lot of medical issues and on lots of medications so not everyone wants to take on that responsibility. Darnell didn't hesitate. He communicated, quick to respond, and sent pictures during her stay. It's always so nice knowing you can enjoy your vacation and not worry about your fur baby.”
Stacie G.
Star Sitter
“We have used Stacie twice now for our boy, and we love having her to take care of him! He never wants to leave her house and always comes home so tired from playing with Ziggy. They treat him like their own family so it definitely puts me at ease when he’s at her home. 12/10 would recommend her to anyone!!”
Mike L.Star Sitter
“Mike and his family took great care of Rambo. He was very communicative and friendly. Will definitely use his services again. Highly recommend!”
Caroline B.Star Sitter
“If you need a sitter, look no more! You found her!! This was our first time using Caroline and it won’t be our last! Excellent communication and daily pics of our precious fur baby!”
Jaime & Mike M.Star Sitter
“Jaime and Mike are the best. They treat my dog as one of their own and send pics and updates all the time. Super flexible as well. My dog loves them and get supper excited to see them. Highly recommend”
Austin & Michaela C.
“We left Harley with Austin and Michaela over this past weekend. Communication with them was seamless and we got daily updates. It always looked like she was having a great time (she LOVES to play!) and she has been worn out since. We would definitely use Austin and Michaela again!”
Cynthia E.Star Sitter
“I can't say enough good things! Cynthia took amazing care of my dog. Willow was truly happy, relaxed, and content when I picked her up. Cynthia provided plenty of picture updates and communication throughout Willow's stay. I would 100% recommend her as a sitter and hope to book with her again in the future.”
Noelle G.Star Sitter
“Great communication! Noelle really loved on my dog and was reliable and easy to work with. Thanks so much, Noelle! We’ll bring Lulu back again sometime!”
Michele A.Star Sitter
“Michelle took excellent care of my Chance. She sent pics and videos and updates which I truly appreciated. I would definitely recommend her and take my Chance back. He loved it there.”
Stephanie B.
“Stephanie was absolutely wonderful with our Luna! From the very first meet-and-greet, she made sure we felt at ease and assured us that Luna would be treated like one of her own. She kept us updated daily with plenty of photos, showing all the fun Luna was having with Kodi—whether playing in the backyard or enjoying their walks together. We’re so grateful for the love and care she gave our girl, and we’ll definitely be reaching out to Stephanie the next time we need to board Luna. Thank you for treating her like family!”
Brandie H.
“She took very well care of our 2 dogs while we were on vacation. One of our dogs is elderly and has to go outside frequently and Brandie was very accommodating. She took care of them like they were her own. Thank you so much!”
Sheetal B.
“Sheetal and her family took great care of Indy. He clearly enjoyed his stay and was made to feel like he was part of the family. We will definitely be using her again.”
Ellen W.
“Ellen was wonderful with my two Shi Tsus. I have one older dog who needs a little TLC and she took such good care of him. She did a great job communicating and kept the dogs happy. I highly recommend.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Gainesville is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Gainesville dog boarding rates can be found as low as $30 to as high as $50 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 2,036 sitters provided dog boarding in Gainesville. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of Gainesville dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Gainesville have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Gainesville.
Rover makes it easy to find Gainesville dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 2,036 dog boarding sitters in Gainesville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Gainesville, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog 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 dog 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 dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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