Dog Boarding in Galveston
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1. Mya N.
“We had a wonderful experience with the rover app. Mya was so sweet and my girls had a great time. They looked perfect when we picked them up. I will definitely use her again.”
2. Jennifer D.
“Jennifer and her mother Diane were wonderful to work with! They took care of my dog for 4 days and sent daily updates. Jennifer's communication was quick, which I greatly appreciate. In addition, she was flexible when I had to change the drop off and pick up times. Highly recommend them!”
3. Christy B.
“Christy cared for my two dogs for four days and three nights, and everything was fantastic. She took excellent care of them, sent us photos, and maintained great communication throughout. I will definitely reach out to her for help again next time!”
4. Miguel A.
About: I am very careful, cautious, friendly, and responsible. Your pets will not lack love. They will be fed, walked, and given water per your instructions. Your fur-babies will be in good hands. Monday to Sunday after 4:30pm 5:00pm let me know I have another job at mornings so I can take care your pets with much love I live by myself so can be easy for me take care your dog or I can visit your place and care your pets from your home
5. Abygail P.
“I could not recommend Aby enough. Not only is she reliable and trustworthy, she is always accommodating to my ever changing schedule. Paxton absolutely adores Aby and Aby always keeps me updated on their walks together by sending pictures. I can honestly say that Aby is hands down, an absolutely fantastic dog walker!”
6. Heather M.
“I would give Heather 10 stars if it were possible! We’ve boarded our dog on several occasions and it’s always been a tough experience because she doesn’t eat very well and has seemed depressed while we’re gone. Our experience with Heather was the complete opposite; our dog was content and happy the entire time, something we didn’t think was possible while boarding 😅. Heather was very communicative and sent photos and videos of our dog every day while we were away. Her facility is also very clean and well kept, and feels warm and inviting as opposed to the large dog crates we’re accustomed to with other boarders. Heather obviously loves dogs and we were so grateful that she took such good care of our dog while we were gone for 10 days. I can’t recommend her and her services highly enough, this was hand down the BEST boarding experience we and our dog have ever had.”
7. Mac L.
“Mac has several years of pet care experience. Seeing him interact with his own dog really shows his skills and confidence working with animals. He is professional and punctual.”
8. Jake K.
“Reliable and available at short notice! Took great care of my fur baby!!”
9. Yorkiris M.
“Yorkiris was an amazing sitter. Our dog, Tala stayed with her for 3 nights. We received plenty of updates, pictures and videos. I would highly recommend her and would gladly book with her again in the future.”
10. Jessica W.
“Jessica provided such a great place for my dog. Her and her partner were so nice and my dog came back so calm and happy. She even sent photo updates which was great. Would highly recommend!”
11. Sarah R.
“Sarah is a ROCKSTAR!! This was the first time we've ever left our baby, Xena with anyone, but sadly they wouldn't let her on our week long cruise. However, Sarah calmed our anxiety in many ways because we knew she was in good hands. She met up with us at the dog park and let Xena get acquainted and comfy with Shadow and Louey. She sent me pics and videos of Xena throughout the week which warmed my heart. She and her pups treated Xena as one of the gang. I thought I'd have been much more anxious but Sarah knew just what to do to help. We don't travel often but if we do, I know who I'm coming back to! Thanks Sarah, youre the best!!!”
12. Kendra L.
“THE BEST! Worked so well with our schedule, had a spotless beautiful safe home, posted updates often, and Kendra is soo sweet! We will DEFINITELY be using her again. Could not have gone smoother, and prices worked for us! We cannot say enough good things about Kendra! 🩷”
13. Chad S.
“Chad is fantastic! We were away for a week. He took such good care of our kiddos! He kept us updated and treated them like they were his own. We are happy to have found him. This is there home away from home when we are away. We really can't say enough good things about him. Thank you”
14. Heidi H.
“Heidi was excellent. She treated Gizmo like we was in his own home. They went for walks, played and in general she let Gizmo feel safe and secure as if he was home. Thank you Heidi as we were so worried to leave him for that many days.”
15. Megean R.
About: I have owned animals all my life. I was raised in the country and have cared for many different types of animals. I have a masters degree in Animal Science Agriculture. I own a special needs chihuahua. I am happy to come by walk, feed, and or bathe your baby. I accept clients such cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, small caged animals, and farm clients. Just leave me detailed instructions and they will be followed! Schedule ahead and let me know when services are needed. I am a work from home college student so I am generally open during the day. Please give detailed instructions on your pet care and or instructions on location and directions if you are away from home such as gate request.
16. Ariel E.
“I recommend Ariel for your boarding care. I am not kidding! She is amazing and a caring person. She is a true a dog lover. my dogs felt at home at her place and they also had a huge backyard for them to enjoy.”
17. Nya W.
“Nya was awesome sending regular pics as well as being super communicative. She even gave us some take home treats for our dog Kona, would highly recommend.”
18. Elizabeth T.
“Elizabeth was amazing. Super accommodating and great communication. She will be the only person I use for all services until I leave the area. Highly recommend her. Constant videos and pictures of the pups. Very trustworthy.”
19. Christopher B.
“Christopher came through for us kind of last minute, and he took great care of my boys! They really liked him and seemed to do well! We'll definitely be using his pet-sitting services again!”
20. Kayla R.
“Kayla took such great care of My dog. I had to book a petsitter with less than 24 hour notice on Christmas day and Kayla was the only petsitter that said yes to my request, even though others had their calendar open for that day on Rover. She is very professional and responds quickly to messages. She really saved me by taking care of my dog in such short notice. I would definitely hire her again!”
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As of Mar 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Galveston is $35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Galveston dog boarding rates can be found as low as $25 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Mar 2025, 198 sitters provided dog boarding in Galveston. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 94% of Galveston dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Galveston have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Galveston.
Rover makes it easy to find Galveston dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 198 dog boarding sitters in Galveston on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Galveston, 91% of sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 83% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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