Pet Boarding Gainesville
Find a loving Gainesville pet sitter to watch your cat or dog overnight at your sitter’s home.
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“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!!”
“Susan was absolutely incredible with our dog, Ryder! He can be pretty high-maintenance, but she handled him with such care and attention that it truly felt like a home away from home for him. She kept us updated the entire time with thoughtful messages and adorable pictures, which made us feel so at ease while we were away. Her yard is perfect for dogs, and it’s clear Ryder had an amazing time—he came back happy and relaxed. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and are so grateful for the love she showed our pup. We’ll 100% be booking with her again!”
“I highly recommend Melissa. She provides a very loving, caring, and supportive environment for our 12-year-old dog who has anxiety issues. Melissa was diligent about providing our dog her meds, taking her out on walks, and sending daily updates and photos. She also asked important questions to ensure that our dog received the best possible care. The fact that Melissa has a fenced lot and only accepts one dog at a time was a big plus for our situation. If you want superb, loving care for your pup, Melissa is your go-to person!”
“Austin and Michaela were amazing pet sitters. They sent us pictures and videos and I knew my dog Lacey was in the best of care our entire trip. I would definitely recommend them and plan on using them in the future myself.”
About: I’ve loved dogs since I was a kid and have experience owning dogs of my own. I understand how important it is for pets to feel safe, loved, and cared for. I enjoy spending time with dogs, playing with them, and treating every pet like a member of my family. I stay home all day, so I have a flexible schedule and plenty of time to care for your pets. I can give them lots of attention, playtime, walks, and cuddles throughout the day, making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. I have an unfenced yard and currently don’t have a dog of my own, so your pet will get plenty of love and attention! Dogs are welcome to relax on the couch and feel at home.
“My pup’s stay with Cindy was absolutely wonderful! Cindy was communicative, flexible, sent frequent updates and pictures, AND provided special care for my special needs girl. She and her husband are kind, friendly people who clearly love dogs. I can’t thank them enough and would recommend to anybody!”
“I'm new in town and so happy and blessed I found Tamara G. My Jaxon loved her immediately. With each photo I received I was assured that Jaxon was happy and having fun! He really made himself at home at her lovely place:) Also, enjoyed his many walk breaks. I will certainly book again! Thank you again!”
“Candice did a wonderful job caring for our dog! She was communicative throughout the booking, pre-arrival, during care, and through pick up. She genuinely cares about the dogs in her care. We will definitely use her again!”
“Leonard was great! He was incredibly patient with Pepper, who is a ball of anxiety and takes a while to warm up. I really appreciated the updates—the girls always looked comfortable. I also appreciated Leonard’s flexibility when I needed to add an extra day at the last minute. I’ll definitely be reaching out to him again for boarding. Highly recommend!”
“We had a wonderful experience with Sudha watching Coco for 10 days! Sudha sent us multiple photos and videos twice a day, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. She was always easy to communicate with and kept us updated throughout his stay. Coco came home looking clean and well cared for, and he got along really well with her pup, Thor! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable pet sitter. We’d happily book with her again! ❤️”
“And again I want to thank Heather for taking such a great care of my dog! Every time Floki comes home happy and relaxed. He loves her so much and knowing my pup is loved and in great hands puts me at ease while I’m away.”
“Gabe and his wife were absolutely wonderful with our somewhat neurotic rescue dog! I received updates everyday and they were very understanding when our flight was delayed returning home and our dog had to stay an extra night. Great experience!”
“Nina and her family are amazing!!! She took care of my 3y/o yorkie named Tokyo for 4 days. She sent me pictures and videos each day showing how well Tokyo was doing and adapting to his new environment. I was immediately put at ease knowing that Tokyo was in a loving environment. Tokyo loved his time there and even began napping on the same schedule as her two other dogs…he really did become a part of their family!! I love that!!! ❤️ She brushed him and kept his eyes clean daily and he even let Nina brush his teeth at night! I couldn’t ask for anything more. I’m so happy 😀. I will definitely use Nina again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Derek did a great job taking care of Courage and Chevy while I was away! He was reliable, attentive, and took great care of my boys. It gave me peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. I would definitely recommend Derek and would happily use him again!”
“Seoyoon was absolutely amazing with our dog, Kancho, during her one-week stay. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about the care she and her husband provided. From the moment we dropped her off, they treated Kancho as if she were their own dog. They paid attention to every detail — her meals, daily routine, comfort, and happiness — and made sure she was always surrounded by love and care. They spent so much time playing with her, keeping her company, and giving her affection. Honestly, it felt like they took even better care of her than we do! One thing I appreciated so much was the daily status updates. Seoyoon sent us messages, photos, and updates every single day, which gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. We never had to wonder how Kancho was doing because she kept us informed consistently. Before meeting Seoyoon, I always felt anxious about traveling because I never had someone I could fully trust with my dog. This was the first time I was truly able to relax and enjoy my trip knowing Kancho was in such loving and capable hands. Seoyoon and her husband are both incredibly responsible, warm, attentive, and genuinely loving toward animals. Thanks to them, I finally feel like I can travel without worrying about Kancho, and that means the world to me. We will absolutely continue booking with Seoyoon in the future, and I cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for a trustworthy, loving, and exceptional pet sitter. She and her husband are simply the best!”
About: I have owned dogs all my life. I currently have four amazing granddogs! I am retired and have extra time on my hands to love on your dog! Walks, special snacks, play dates! And if you like to keep up to date with your pets day, there are photos and videos sent to you throughout the day.❤ ❤ ❤ We keep a schedule as close to your dog's regular routine as possible. We can talk about this as we get closer to the dogs visit We love in a quiet community and love long walks. We can talk about how your dog interacts with other dogs before we take them out for a walk on their lease.
“Very accommodating schedule-wise and understanding of dogs’ individualized needs! Appreciated the communication with updates and pictures during the stay. Will reconnect when needed :)”
“Vivian does a wonderful job of taking care of Herschel. She listens to our instructions and makes Herschel feel comfortable and at home. I highly recommend Vivian to watch your pets.”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Gainesville is $55
Pet 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!
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.
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 Pet Boarding in Gainesville is $49 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $34 and $57 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.
There are 5,788 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 casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
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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