Dog Boarding Gainesville
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“Once again, Jaime and Mike did an incredible job caring for my dog, Banjo, while I was away. They're great about providing updates, and are such a lovely family—I could tell Banjo had the best time with them! Thank you!”
“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 and her son were excellent companions for Moxie this weekend — super responsive and sent plenty of updates of our dog enjoying the poolside. We will be back again soon!”
“Our golden retriever Cody had a great stay with Stacie! He came home very happy after spending spring break week with her! Stacie treated him as her own and he had fun romping in her large, fenced in yard, with the other dogs who were staying with her. Stacie sent us updates and lots of photos daily. She was very accommodating to our travel schedule and we couldn’t be happier with her. We will definitely call her for our next trip!”
“Danielle was amazing! Very communicative and sent tons of pictures/videos. Kai’lo had a blast with all his new friends and was even very sad when he got picked up. Thank you for taking such great care of him! Will definitely continue booking with her.”
“Our pups were well taken care of by Darnell! We felt our dogs were welcomed by the family and even had some doggie playmates! Darnell sent us pictures daily and updated us on how our pups were doing. We had a last minute request for doggie sitting due to a family funeral and Darnell had no problem taking our pups in last minute. We recommend him and would use his services again in the future!”
“Beth was wonderful with our puppy. She was very responsive and kept us updated throughout the stay without being overwhelming, which we really appreciated. She was clearly prepared and already had everything she needed to provide great care, which made boarding prep so easy and stress-free for us. Her yard is spacious and perfect for dogs to play safely. She even sent him home with the sweetest little thank-you gift. We would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for thoughtful, attentive care.”
“Leslie is guaranteed the best sitter within the DMV area. She has transformed her home into a dog’s luxury resort, complete with total attentiveness, ultimate amenities, and activities that a dog could only dream of. In addition to all of that, her communications are fantastic and Cash is always so excited to arrive at Ms. Leslie’s and never ready to leave. I’ve never had such peace of mind leaving Cash if/when I have to be out of town.”
“Gloria’s pretty awesome. Super nice and accommodating, she and her 2 dogs got along very well with my dog. I really appreciated the updates and pictures she sent to me while my dog was boarding with her. I also appreciate the good-hearted concerns and questions about my dog; let’s me know they really played with her and bonded.”
“Well this was Loki ( our 6 month old) Coton. He is extremely attached to his Daddy ( me). We started with a Meet and Greet to see how things are but for us and the dogs together. Noelle was very knowledgeable and caring ( she Loves) animals ( dogs). Everything went great, she let us borrow something for our dog which we forgot. Saturday was the Wedding day, drop off early 9:00 am and explained his food and things we brought for him. She asked how much contact we wanted. ( I guess she will send you basically pics and videos of your dogs day) I said nothing unless they are having fun and cute pic. She sent just a few and they were AWESOME! We picked Loki up the next morning. He was happy and they (dogs) were walking together. Everything went GREAT! We would highly recommend Noelle and services. She is a little higher than some but also not the most expensive. BUT WORTH EVERY PENNY!!! Thank you again for caring for Loki!!!”
“Ashley and her family took great care of our cat MJ! The pictures Ashley sent of MJ having fun makes us smile and laugh. We have to ask ourselves, “is that our cat?” because MJ is so comfortable and out going with Ashley and her family. Ashley - thank you for the great care you give to MJ!”
“This was our first visit with Raji, but you would think our pup had known her for her whole life. She loved it and, aside from being sleepy because she had so much fun, Gryff is happy and health. Thank you Raji !”
“Katherine was great. Our dog spent a week with her and got accustomed to her fairly quick. She’s great at responding when messaged and sends us pictures on a daily basis. We’ll definitely be reaching out to her again.”
“We never seen our Bruno so relaxed and playful when we are not around. Deb was great with her updates and took care of Bruno. We will definitely use her for our future boarding needs.”
“Rocky always has a great time with Corey and his fiancée! They treat him as their own! This time was our longest stay and it was stress free! We got updates everyday! Definitely recommend!”
“Taylor was the best with my dog Theo. She was very attentive to Theo's needs. Also provided photos and updates of how he's getting acclimated. I would definitely allow Taylor to watch Theo again.”
“Mike and his family were very professional. We were assured that Jack was in good hands with updates and pictures. We are grateful to have found such kind and reliable sitters. Highly recommend.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gainesville is $55
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Gainesville
Richard was the most fabulous host for boarding my dog, Mochi, for a week! He provided a loving home with his family, who cared for Mochi as if he were their own. Daily updates were provided with pictures and videos, which my kids really enjoyed seeing along with daily progress notes. Richard also went above my expectations when he offered to give Mochi a bath when he noticed him licking his leg, and also offered to sleep next to him at night if he had any separation anxiety. I would definitely use Richard for boarding services again in the future and recommend him for others looking for an in-home boarding experience for a place that feels like home.
Jamie, Mike and their family were WONDERFUL. My brother passed away and I took ownership of his dog Watts. I had only two weeks with him before I requested them to watch him, so I could lay my brother to rest. They were extremely friendly and loving towards Watts. They sent me pictures and videos throughout my trip. They were not aware of how much Watts meant to my brother, but everyone of his friends did, so each day I would say "I have a Watts update" and everyone would gather around my phone to see how he was doing. I HIGHLY RECCOMEND THEM! They will be the first people I contact the next time I go out of town! Steve C.
Chaoran is amazing. She took great care of my dog. She looked after him for nearly 10 days. He was happy in her care. She sent me daily updates with pics. She is very easy to work with. I recommend her 200%. She is my go-to person when I have to leave my dog.
Maria took amazing care of our two Yorkies, Logan and Chance! It was clear they were not only well cared for but truly loved while they were with her. Knowing they were happy and in such great hands gave us complete peace of mind. We highly recommend Maria and would absolutely book with her again! Thank you for loving our boys like they were your own!
Mike did a fantastic job with my dog! She had some separation anxiety early and he kept me up to date with her behavior, how they helped her, and daily picture updates. Their own pets also helped my dog have some company and play time which she loves. Highly recommend!
This was my first time boarding with Rover and I couldn't be happier that I chose Gloria! Benoit spent five nights with them, and he was clearly so well loved. The whole family was so sweet and easy to communicate with. I loved how many pictures/videos she sent of Benoit playing with their dogs. Would definitely recommend!
This was our first time using a dogsitter. And I'm so glad we picked Ilsen! We have a rambunctious puppy, that i was worried would be a lot of work. Especially as she is deaf. Ilsen took everything in stride, helped us with our adaptations into her home, and was very communicative through the app. When she had a question she didnt hesitate to ask and implemented our responses. We ended up with a puppy that while super happy to come home, was also comfortable during her stay.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Gainesville on Rover is $44.4 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 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 July 2026, there are 5,606 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.
95% 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 VA 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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