Pet Boarding Gainesville
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“Gloria did a wonderful job with our sweet Penny. This was our first time leaving her, and it was so nice to know that she was getting all the attention and love she needs! Gloria was great about keeping me updated and went above and beyond to care for our pup. I highly recommend her!”
“We took Kai for an overnight stay with Mike and his family. His kids were really excited to have Kai for the night. She was well taken care of and we got updates throughout the day. When I went to pick Kai up, she did not want to leave and I had to drag her out of their house.”
“This was Reese’s first time being boarded, and I was quite worried. However, Iryna kept me at ease the whole time with regular updates, photos, and videos. She was incredibly kind and attentive. Reese was happy and well cared for when I picked him up, and I’m so grateful for her patience and exceptional care. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring dog sitter!”
“This was our first venture with dog sitting using Rover. Beth is very friendly, an excellent communicator, and prompt in responding to my questions. Our golden is happy and relaxed after his overnight visit with Beth. Beth has a beautiful fenced-in huge yard where the dogs are free to roam.”
“We couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter than Stephanie and her husband! They took such amazing care of our fur babies. From the moment we met them, we felt completely at ease leaving our pups in their hands. Stephanie is incredibly sweet, attentive, and genuinely caring, it was clear our dogs felt right at home with her. She kept us updated throughout the entire stay, sending frequent messages and the cutest pictures, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was a bonus that they took them on long walks as well as let them run around in their huge fenced in backyard. It’s not easy leaving your pets behind, but Stephanie made it a stress-free experience. We are so grateful for the love and care she and her husband showed our dogs, and we will absolutely be booking with them again!”
“Wiley loves staying at Hayleighs. Last time I dropped him off, he grabbed his leash and ran on in. It makes me happy to know he is well taken care of and having fun while we are gone.”
“Zahra and her family did an excellent job looking after my little guy. Super responsive and they have an amazing space for you doggies to run around in. Their home was clean, they sat down with me to discuss Xerxes’ needs and made sure to check in when he was with them. I have to also note that she showed a tremendous amount of patience and flexibility when I had a delayed flight from my trip. Would definitely entrust my little guys care to them again.”
“This was our first time leaving our dog with Catherine. It was obvious that he was well cared for. We could tell from the pictures that Catherine sent with regularity that he was happy and comfortable in her home. He came home today and settled very nicely right back into his routine. We also appreciated Catherine’s flexibility when our flights changed and we had to add on an extra night. We will definitely be using Catherine’s services again in the future.”
“Highly recommend! They took great care of Blue and made us feel completely at ease while we were away. Communication was excellent, and it was clear that Blue was well cared for and treated like part of the family. We really appreciated the updates and attention he received. We would definitely book with them again. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of Blue!”
“Corey was absolutely amazing with our Harley girl. I got constant updates about her while in his care, he also took the time to explain everything as we were first time rover users. Will definitely be using Corey and his wife again !”
“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.”
“Barry and his wife, Cheryl, are awesome! They bonded with our dog immediately, took exceptional care of her and sent us updates with pictures while we were away. Their house is clean, cozy, calm and quite and has a large yard to explore. They are friendly and supportive. We will definitely book with them again.”
“Eun and her husband took great care of Jax and provided me with videos and pictures throughout his stay. Thank you for making him comfortable and keeping him busy. Looking forward to our next booking.”
“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.”
“I can’t say enough about Joanna and John. I was very apprehensive about leaving my maltipoo with someone who had never watch my dog before. Add to that other small dogs my Sandy would be around and not sure how she would adjust. But it turned out so great. They also sent us away with a gift bag with a dog treat storage bag inside, a cute blanket and lovely card. Thanks so much for taking such great care of my baby!”
“We were so happy to have our dog stay with Jackie and Dan - we were booking last minute over the holidays and they bent over backwards to accommodate us. We left town knowing Maggie was in good hands. Thank you!!”
“Oana and her family were absolutely lovely! This was the first time that we left our guy, and she was so understanding and reassuring throughout the whole weekend. She sent tons of updates, pictures, and even a few videos! Her house was our cat’s dream! Lots of room to run and explore. Plus, her dog provided some great enrichment for our little guy. So, so happy we found Oana and her crew! 10/10 have already booked again!!”
“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!”
“Highly recommend Leah and Christopher for dog sitting! Finn felt right at home and loved running around their fenced yard. They were very helpful wi the my changing schedule and sent lots of pix of Finn! We will definitely ask to come back!”
“Thank you for taking care of our girls - Tess & Ginger. Our first time using Rover and so glad we did. Rachel & her family are great and we will use her again. Can’t say thank you enough! ♥️”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Gainesville is $55
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Gainesville
Jaime and Mike took great care of my dog over an extended vacation. Jaime provided pictures of my dog at different times of the day doing different things and provided updates of how he was doing. She gave my husband and I peace of mind as we were far away and had minimal cell service. We were very happy with the care that our dog received while we were out of town.
Jill was an incredible sitter for our week-long trip with Muffin. She kept us updated daily with sweet photos and messages, and even hopped on FaceTime with us twice so we could see him and know he was doing well — that kind of communication made being away so much easier. What really stood out was how she handled an unexpected situation during our trip. Without hesitation, she made sure Muffin got the care he needed and stayed by his side the whole time, going well above and beyond what we ever expected from a sitter. Her calm, caring, and responsible approach gave us total peace of mind. We can't recommend Jill enough — she's attentive, trustworthy, and genuinely cares about the pets she watches. We'll absolutely be booking with her again!
One of our pups had never stayed the night away from home so we were a little nervous. Chaoran made sure she was comfortable and happy. Both our dogs seemed to do great for the week. We were so thankful for the daily updates and care shown to our furry family members!
Raij was absolutely fantastic with Navy! From the very beginning, communication was excellent, and it was clear that Navy was in caring, capable hands. We received regular updates and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. When we picked Navy up, it was obvious they had been well cared for, happy, and comfortable the entire time. Raij went above and beyond to make sure Navy felt at home, and it showed. If you’re looking for someone who is reliable, attentive, and truly loves animals, I can’t recommend Raij highly enough. We would gladly trust Raij with Navy again and will definitely be booking again in the future. Five stars all the way!
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!
As a repeat client of Danielle’s, we are very grateful for her help in caring for our kitty, Buddy, while we were out of town. Danielle is so great to work with-taking care to follow your guidelines/schedule regarding care and feeding, yet making that care seem easy, like you are working with a pet-loving family member. And feeling comfortable while you are away, that all will be well with your pet, that confidence is priceless. Thank you Danielle!
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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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Boarding in Gainesville on Rover is $44.4 per night (as of September 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 5,760 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Gainesville. About 91% 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 VA 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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