Dog Boarding Gaithersburg
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“P'tit Loup had a wonderful time with a very caring family. Thank you so much Marylee and Allen! I have a lot of separation anxiety, but your pictures and texts were always there to reassure me. Take care and we will see you again 😃💖”
“Mopsie’s 3rd trip to Wenyan’s doggie vacation house was beyond expectation again! Mopsie loves Wenyan and her family. So after we dropped her off, she wasted no time and dived into fun right away. She played hard with her old friends: Purple and the gang. We got the cutest video and picture feeds from Wenyan constantly. And as usual, Mopsie got a lot more exercise than she usually does at home and got a lot more TLC too. She came back so happy, smelling so fresh and hair so soft and smooth from the daily grooming sessions. After only two days back at home, I can tell she already misses Wenyan and her doggie friends. What else can I ask for for my baby while I’m away?🥰”
“I’m so grateful for Israel and his family! they truly saved the day! When an emergency came up with Rocko’s first sitter, they stepped in without hesitation and welcomed him with so much love. This was his second stay with them, and I knew he’d be in the best hands. Rocko came home happy, so loved, and so well cared for. I can’t thank them enough!”
“Piero took great care of our two dogs during our two-week vacation! He provided photo and video updates and was flexible with pickup and drop-off times. Both dogs were happy and healthy at the end of their stay. We’d happily leave them with Piero again in the future!”
“Everything about boarding our fur baby with Shiva was 5 star perfection. From our meet and greet to drop off and pick up we knew we were in excellent hands. Our dog was relaxed and happy with Shiva and her other pups. It’s obvious that Shiva knows and loves dogs! Shiva’s house and yard are great for any dog to exercise and explore. Our dog was instantly at ease at her home and it’ was a pleasure to go away knowing our dog was in Shiva’s care. She provides excellent updates and photos at the end of every day so you can go to bed knowing your dog is happy and safe. Shiva was an excellent communicator. We will definitely book with her again.”
“This was my first time leaving my dog with someone who wasn’t family and I would 100000000% rebook with Sam. Sam sent me pictures everyday while I was gone and gave me updates on how Blue was doing. She took such good care of my dog and if there was a 10 star option that would be my rating. 😊”
“I had a last-minute need for boarding our two senior pups and had a meet and greet with David. I was immediately at ease and knew our pups would be safe and well cared for. He understood their senior needs and gave them their medications, took them for very frequent potty breaks, and was understanding when there was an accident. He even handled Millie's diaper! I hope that he's available when we need to board Millie and Theo again!”
“Brenda took excellent care of my pups! We found her last minute before a trip and so glad we did. She sent daily pictures and updates, was thorough in learning about my dogs needs, and the pups had a great time with her. Would recommend her highly!”
“Evvery is amazing! She took such great care of my dog even in this difficult winter weather with snow and ice covering the ground, and especially giving her special care when she got a small cut on her paw. Excellent communication with both photo and video updates. Thank you again Evvery!! : )”
“Gail and Kris are simply the best! They are loving, generous, attentive, considerate, communicative, and just wonderful humans. They go the extra mile to ensure their fur friends have a great time. They have cared for our dog several times now and she clearly loves them very much! Thank you Kris and Gail for being amazing!”
“Cannot recommend Sharon enough. She cares for my pup Eli like her own, has a way with dogs, and is incredibly kind, trustworthy, and reliable. I’ve had to travel a lot over the last few years and we would be lost without her!”
“Raghavi and her family were AMAZING!!! It was my first time booking a pet sitter, so I didn't really know what to expect, but I got so lucky! Raghavi let me do a little meet-and-greet before I even booked to make sure that Ryder was comfortable with her dog, which put me so at ease, and during the boarding itself, was so accommodating with Ryder's schedule (and went above and beyond by sending me lots of photos while I was away, which was such an unexpected but very nice and much appreciated surprise!) She was so easy to get in touch with, and when I needed an emergency extra couple of days covered, she was so flexible and easygoing about it. Definitely booking again!!! :)”
“Huan took excellent care of my dog for the time he was with her. I received regular updates with photos and videos, which was very reassuring. My dog came back happy and relaxed—he clearly got lots of attention, great walks, and plenty of belly rubs. She’s kind, personable, and truly attentive. I highly recommend her for boarding and sitting.”
“This is the second time my Labradoodle has stayed with Jared. She is always so happy to see him and comes back looking well fed and fit! He does a great job of taking photos of your dog and sending them to you. I typically got at least two or three photos a day. My dog always looks happy and content. He also does a great job of picking up your dog or dropping them as an additional service charge but well worth it when you're running short on time.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gaithersburg is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Gaithersburg
Karen took wonderful care of Munjee while we were away for nearly three weeks. We received consistent updates on how he was doing, including all sorts of pictures that he was well. Karen kept in touch with us and her communication was great. She also took time understood Munjee's reactive behavior in certain times and would do her best to accommodate. We will keep Karen in mind for future instances!
Melissa and her family were amazing with our senior dog, Maggie. It was wonderful to be able to go on vacation knowing that Maggie was in such loving and caring hands. She had a little adjustment period, and Melissa and her entire family were incredibly patient, loving, and accommodating. We truly appreciated the care and attention they gave her. I would highly recommend Melissa and her family to anyone looking for a wonderful, trustworthy pet sitter!
Wow, my boy, Paxton, hit the jackpot staying with Marissa and her family. Its hard handing off your boy to strangers. Within minutes of meeting them I knew it would be great and I was right. Marissa sent me daily updates including pictures. Paxton had tons of walks and play. He was treated like one of the family
Caden did an amazing job with our dog Pickles. He sent us pictures everyday we were gone so we could see how Pickles was doing. Pickles usually doesn’t eat well while we are gone so Caden was sure to message us about how things were going with Pickles eating and any ways he could get Pickles to eat his food. Leaving our baby with someone new was scary, but Caden made us feel assured Pickles was well cared for. Caden was quick to answer every question I had when setting up the care. Caden asked questions about taking care of our dog that I didn’t think of to make sure Pickles would have the best care possible. I was not worried about Pickles while we were gone he was well taken care of the entire time. I would highly recommend Caden to anyone.
Shelley was amazing, and my dog Marley had a great time!! She sent lots of pictures and updates, which I really appreciated, and she was so accommodating with his health issues. It was such a relief knowing he was in such good hands. I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! (:
My previous rover sitter cancelled a day before my scheduled booking. Israel was able to take my last minute booking for a long weekend with my senior disabled dog. She was very accommodating. My dog had meds that he was unwilling to take with his food even though I brought some shredded cheese for mix-ins, which turned out to be ineffective. Israel provided pill pockets and made sure my dog took his prescription meds. Israel’s was good about providing photos and status update every day. Yoshi seemed happy when I picked him up. I will definitely go back to Israel next time I need to be out of town.
Marylee and her family are absolutely wonderful, and we couldn't be happier with the care they provided for our dog. From the start, Marylee’s communication was excellent - she is a great listener, highly attentive, and genuinely kind. We felt completely heard and cared for during all of our interactions. It’s rare to find someone you can trust so completely, but Marylee and her family are some of the kindest people we’ve met. She went above and beyond to make sure our dog's extensive routine was completely undisrupted. She ensured he had plenty of walks, constant access to fresh water, timely meals, lots of playtime in the yard, and a cozy place to rest. The love and care she showed is the best we’ve experienced so far, and it shows because we always bring a happy dog home. We truly feel fortunate to know Marylee and cannot recommend her highly enough!
Huan was the absolute BEST with our Chip. She was so loving, so attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure his needs were understood and he was safely cared for as a senior dog. She was extra attentive to his feeding needs and went above and beyond to ensure our picky eater ate well. Huan is very communicative and responsive. We already have Chip booked to see her again!
Nathalie is excellent! Highly Recommend! I booked her for the first time over the weekend and she exceeded all my expectations! Communication was fantastic from the very beginning — she’s super easy to talk to and replied to all my messages extremely quickly, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She sent lots of photos and updates every day, so I never felt out of the loop. It was clear she genuinely loves dogs and is very responsible. I’m already planning to book her again for our next trip. If you’re looking for a reliable, caring, and communicative dog sitter, look no further — she’s fantastic! Thank you so much! 🐾
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Gaithersburg on Rover is $44.4 per night (as of August 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 August 2026, there are 7,876 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Gaithersburg. 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.
94% of Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg.
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 Gaithersburg 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 MD 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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