Dog Boarding Gainesville
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“Sheridan took excellent care of Dexter, she took the time to meet and greet us before hand. She was in consistent communication and sent pictures. I feel very comfortable with leaving my dog with her.”
“Stacie was amazing! She sent me a lot of photos of my doggies enjoying themselves while my husband and I were away on vacation. I never worried once while I was away because the photos showed that my dogs were happy and having a great time! I will definitely use Stacie again for when we go out of town in the future! Thank you SO much!! :)”
“Leslie was wonderful! We rarely leave our dog with anyone, so we were nervous about going on our trip. Leslie instantly put us at ease. She sent detailed updates every day, including videos, pictures, and a recap of Teddy’s day. Teddy had a fantastic time! You can easily see how dedicated Leslie is and how much she truly loves dogs. We felt completely comfortable knowing Teddy was in such caring hands. We will certainly be booking with Leslie again!”
“This was Frank’s first time staying with Noelle, and he made himself right at home. I think this is because she is a gentle, loving person. She was great about updating me as well. Very satisfied!”
“Tracie was able to watch Flurry at the last minute. She was super responsive, sent us photos and videos, and kept us up to date while he was with her. Her family made Flurry feel at home and we knew he was in great hands. Highly recommend and we will use her again!”
“Hayleigh was a life saver! My dog was so well taken care of all the updates pictures put my mind at ease while I traveled. More than happy with how the experience went and I will definitely recommend her to any fellow dog owners I know.”
“Corey took great care of Hank! He sent me lots of pictures and videos documenting Hank’s stay. It was awesome to have peace of mind about how Hank was doing while we were traveling. I think it was a vacation for Hank too, enjoying time outside with Corey’s dogs. :-)”
“Eli had a fantastic time with Carolina. He has never been boarded and we had never used Rover, Carolina reassured us that he was in great care and gave us frequent updates. Even gave Eli a new toy to bring home because he loved it so much while with her.”
About: We don’t have grandkids (yet), or a dog, or even a grand dog, so we thought, why not borrow yours? We’d love the opportunity to love and spoil your dog while you’re away! We had our own beloved dog, Chase, for 15 years, and he was truly part of our family. We still miss him, and we’ve discovered that one of the things we miss most is having a dog around the house. We’re not quite ready to make the commitment to having another dog of our own, but we realized we could get our dog fix by loving and spoiling yours! We both work full time, so our weekdays have dependable routings. We”re a caring, responsible couple who will treat your dog like family. We enjoy having a furry companion around, giving lots of attention and affection, and making sure they feel comfortable, safe, and loved while their people are away. We’re happy to follow your routines, including feeding schedules, treats, medications, and all those little things that make your dog feel at home.We have a great neighbor for either long or short walks. We do have a couple of requirements because we want everyone to be safe and comfortable. We’re looking for dogs who walk nicely on a leash without pulling too much and who don’t jump on people. We’re happy to give your pup plenty of love, we just prefer that our walks don’t turn into an Olympic event! Our goal is simple: you get to enjoy your time away knowing your dog is being loved, and we get to enjoy having a temporary granddog. It sounds like a pretty good arrangement to us! ❤️ If your pup 🐶 is friendly, well mannered, and looking for a loving home away from home, we’d love to meet them. We both work full time but we’re home in the mornings and evenings, and we’re home all day on the weekends. Our adult so. Also lives with us and is sometimes home during the day, although his schedule varies from day to day and week to week. When he is home, he’s a responsible adult who enjoys dogs and is happy to give your pup a little extra company. Most importantly, your dog will have a consistent routine with us, along with plenty of love and attention, walks, and snuggles when we’re home. When your dog stays with us, they’re like part of the family, not just a guest! We want them to feel comfortable, safe, and right at home, so we’ll follow their usual routine as closely as possible, including meals, treats, walks, and any special instructions you provide. There will be plenty of affection, attention, playtime, and of course a few extra belly rubs if they’re willing to accept them! We’ll give your pup the same patience and care we would want someone to have given our Chase when he was with us. Our goal is for your dog to have a wonderful stay!
“Excellent care all around. We appreciated the text and video updates and the kind care given by Iryna and James. It was so nice for our dog to play with other dogs too.”
“Stephanie was awesome! We left my in-laws dog (Illy) with her while we were on a 1 week cruise. She sent us daily pictures of their walks and status updates. She went above and beyond when she hand fed him during the first few days. Her house was very clean, organized, and very welcoming. I would recommend her to anyone that needs a pet watching service.”
“Rachel was great!! This was our first time using rover. We were bit scared to leave our puppy but we had a great experience. She was very responsive, communicative. She sent pictures and updates of Brutus during his stay. We will definitely use her again in the future and recommend her to other dog parents.”
“This was Duncans second visit with Ali, he stayed over two weeks this time. He came back to me happy, healthy and showed no signs of stress at all. The daily pictures sent to me indicated he was having a fabulous time, enjoying Ali’s family and all the love provided. I was able to enjoy my vacation knowing he was being well taken care of. Once again I can highly recommend Ali, she is wonderful!”
“Colleen was incredible with our girl! The pictures and videos made us feel sure we made the right choice. Our dog was happy and well cared for and Colleen is a nice a person as I have ever met. Will definitely use her again. Thank you Colleen!”
About: I’ve shared my life with dogs and cats for as long as I can remember, including adopted and rescue animals of different ages, personalities and needs. I have special experience caring for senior and medically fragile pets. I adopted a very elderly, sick dog who required frequent medication and attentive daily care, and I also cared for my cat through medical needs that required consistent medication. I’m currently a devoted dog mom to Graci, a two-year-old Labrador, and a proud grandmom to Zoey, a two-year-old mini Australian Shepherd/Corgi mix. Caring for animals has given me hands-on experience with walks, feeding routines, playtime, medication schedules, close supervision and helping pets feel safe and comfortable. I understand that rescue animals and senior pets may need additional patience, consistency and time to build trust. I’m also a retired federal professional known for being dependable, observant and calm in unexpected situations. I understand that trusting someone with your pet—and your home—is a very personal decision. I will follow your instructions carefully, communicate consistently and provide plenty of photos and updates so you can feel completely comfortable while you’re away. 🐾 Important Booking Policies & Rates 🐾 Please review my standard hours and specialized rates before booking: * Extended Daycare Policy: My standard daycare rate covers up to 10 hours of care. Any daycare stay that exceeds 10 hours will automatically be upgraded to my Boarding Rate for that day. * Puppy Care Fee: Because puppies require extra attention, frequent potty breaks, and constant supervision, a +$15 puppy fee applies per day/visit for any dog under 1 year old. This fee applies to all Daycare, Boarding, and Dog Walking requests. Note: Rover automatically calculates the puppy rate for some services, but if it doesn't apply correctly to your request, I will manually modify the total to reflect these policies before finalizing the booking. Thank you for understanding! “Continuing my professional development” sounds more natural and polished than “pursuing additional courses.” I’m currently taking a professional break while continuing my professional development, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time to provide your pet with attentive, loving care. I’m home much of the day and can easily accommodate feeding, playtime, medication, cuddles, and your pet’s normal routine. Safety and comfort are always my priorities. I have one friendly Labrador who gets along well with other dogs and can be crated or kept separately if needed. My neighborhood is great for safe, leashed walks, and I carefully follow each pet parent’s instructions regarding feeding, medication, exercise, and routines.
“Ingrid is awesome! My elderly little dachshund has terrible separation anxiety and doesn’t usually do well when I leave town. He got so much love and attention at Ingrid’s! He came home calm and happy. Ingrid sent me regular pictures and updates. I was able to enjoy my trip instead of worrying about him. I’ve already booked with Ingrid again and highly recommend her!”
“Melissa and her family took great care of our dog Suri. She sent many pictures and updates of Suri during the time we were away, which always gave us peace of mind. Suri looks forward to hopefully a future stay with Melissa!”
“Kassie is the best pet sitter. It was my first time using Rover app and I am so lucky to meet her. My dog is very shy and afraid of everything she does for the first time. However, Kassie welcomed my family and took care of my dog for 5 days. Kassie sent me lots of photos and videos of how my dogs are doing. My dog played with Kassie’s 2 dogs. They were very kind and welcomed my dog as well. I definitely recommend Kassie and already made another reservation with Kassie! SHE IS THE BEST PET SITTER EVER!!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gainesville is $55
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Gainesville
Absolutely the best dog sitter ever, and the kindest person to work with. Mochi felt more at home with Richard and his family the second time around. He was super excited upon arrival which was so comforting for me to know that he was not timid or scared, and he was going to be in good hands.
Ms. Chaimae was absolutely amazing with my baby girl, Megan! She was so attentive, caring, and thoughtful. I truly appreciated the constant updates and her incredible attention to detail, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was clear that Megan was in wonderful hands. We are so grateful for her care and kindness. I highly recommend Ms. Chaimae!
Sheridan was wonderful with our cockapoo who loved all the walks and outings with Sheridan and her family. He had a tummy upset from a food transition and Sheridan was kind and knowledgeable on how to help him through it. I wouldn’t hesitate to use her again. In the end, I was worried he might not want to come back!
Maria is the best dog sitter ever! I have an 85-pound standard Goldendoodle, and he absolutely loves staying with her. Her home is spacious and dog-friendly, and she treats my dog as if he were her own. She gives him lots of love, attention, and care, which gives me such peace of mind when he stays with her. We couldn’t be happier with her service, and she will definitely be our dog’s permanent sitter. I highly recommend Maria to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and wonderful dog sitter!
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.
Gabriela was an amazing sitter for our puppy Ziggy. She was very responsive and sent loads of updates. Clearly she loves dogs and really cares about them. She was open to adjust to our schedule more than once and was open to take him to her family’s lake house. I would recommend her in a heartbeat to anyone Loki for someone who cares and loves dogs.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Gainesville is $49 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $34 and $58 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of November 2026, there are 5,631 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Gainesville. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
94% of sitters in Gainesville can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Gainesville. On Rover:
- 86% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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