Dog Boarding in Gardendale
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Top rated Gardendale dog boarders
“Ms. Rachel took wonderful care of my 2 kids on a last minute booking! I even had them picked up and dropped back home. We communicated during their stay and everything went great. I will definitely use Ms. Rachel again!”
“Had a great time. Very professional. Sent frequent pictures and updates. We had a very good experience and would definitely recommend Barrie to anyone”
“Ray took care of my little Jade and took nice photos and videos of her. She came home happy and healthy. Ray has been professional and communicated well throughout the entire process! Will continue to use him for future services.”
“tatiana took SUCH good care of willow and sent me lots of pics of her playing fetch and going on walks. she even let willow take home her favorite toy, so sweet!”
“Brittney is the best! Super sweet and my dogs loved her. She sent me pictures of them each day and it made my trip so much better to know they were having a blast! Brittney will be my go-to person for my dogs for sure!”
“Sorelwing is the best. She has cared for my little multiple times. She is actually always my first choice. I get pictures to keep up with my little one as well. You will not be disappointed.”
“Sarah was wonderful! She sent daily pictures, had a great set up at her house for pet care, was friendly, fast to respond and flexible. She was a joy to work with and I will be contacting her again next time.”
“Doug was very kind to us and extremely hospitable to our cocker spaniel, Charlie, while we were gone for the week. He sent daily updates and time stamps on potties/feedings/medicines, which is even more than we asked for. He gave our dog plenty of walks and stimulation, and send lots of pictures. We feel very comfortable leaving Charlie with Doug again!”
“Harold took such good care of my dogs! I could tell he really cared about them. He sent lots of pictures of them playing and him loving on my dogs. I could tell from all the pictures that my dogs were really happy and being taken care of.”
“Carolyn was amazing! She was super flexible with scheduling when travel plans were disrupted and Lucy was a very happy puppy during her stay!”
“Paul was great with Luna! She has a lot of energy and he made sure to take her on plenty of walks. I felt good leaving my dog with him. I would definitely recommend him!”
“Jordyn took such wonderful care of our dog! We have a doodle who loves to play and he had the best time in her large fenced in backyard playing with the other pups. He came home so tired from all the fun. She provided daily updates and we felt so comfortable the whole time. I absolutely recommend Jordyn!”
“Dear pet owner, you may find yourself looking for reasons to go out of town so you can leave your pets with Jessica. She is such a sweet and caring soul and took such good care of my cats for me. I can’t imagine a better caretaker for animals.”
About: I have 2 dogs of my own as well as a variety of other pets. Ive worked with dogs in a boarding setting as well as pet sit for friends and family. I work part time so I can easily fit drop in services as needed. I have pets of my own and understand the attention and care they require In my own home pets are always kept clean, fed and hydrated, I have a fenced in backyard as well as a finished basement with heating and air. In clients homes I go by whatever their instructions are
“My pup came home very happy, I could tell he enjoyed his vacation from home while we were on ours.. Ann gave me day to day updates and we will definitely be a returning customer for the future!!”
“Helena took good care of 2 high energy puppies. She was flexible in rescheduling and helping with pickup and drop off. I recommend Helena for cats or dogs care.”
“Karla did an amazing job caring for Maverick. She was very attentive and always sent updates! Will definitely book again in the future! Thank you Karla for taking such great care of Mr. Maverick!”
“David and his wife were kind, thoughtful, and communicative throughout our entire trip. They have a beautiful home (with a big fenced in yard for zoomies) that your pets will love. They also sent lots of pictures and let me know how the doggies were doing every day. I would highly recommend David to anyone looking for a reliable and loving dog sitter! 🐶❤️🐶”
“Marcie LOVED spending the week with Kelsey and her dogs. And from the pictures I could tell she was spoiled rotten and we will absolutely book her again. I am hesitant to post a review because I don’t want her all booked up when I need her!”
“I’m so glad that I found Rachel to watch my high energy labradoodle for the week! This is my first time using Rover so I was nervous about how my Max would do, but he loved it! Rachel took him on walks/hikes and sent me videos and updates every day. You can tell that she really loves animals and is very knowledgeable about them. Would definitely recommend letting her keep your fur baby!”
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Rachel G.
“Ms. Rachel took wonderful care of my 2 kids on a last minute booking! I even had them picked up and dropped back home. We communicated during their stay and everything went great. I will definitely use Ms. Rachel again!”
Barrie W.
Star Sitter
“Had a great time. Very professional. Sent frequent pictures and updates. We had a very good experience and would definitely recommend Barrie to anyone”
Ray J.Star Sitter
“Ray took care of my little Jade and took nice photos and videos of her. She came home happy and healthy. Ray has been professional and communicated well throughout the entire process! Will continue to use him for future services.”
Tatiana B.
“tatiana took SUCH good care of willow and sent me lots of pics of her playing fetch and going on walks. she even let willow take home her favorite toy, so sweet!”
Brittney T.Star Sitter
“Brittney is the best! Super sweet and my dogs loved her. She sent me pictures of them each day and it made my trip so much better to know they were having a blast! Brittney will be my go-to person for my dogs for sure!”
Sorelwing A.Star Sitter
“Sorelwing is the best. She has cared for my little multiple times. She is actually always my first choice. I get pictures to keep up with my little one as well. You will not be disappointed.”
Sarah B.Star Sitter
“Sarah was wonderful! She sent daily pictures, had a great set up at her house for pet care, was friendly, fast to respond and flexible. She was a joy to work with and I will be contacting her again next time.”
Doug A.Star Sitter
“Doug was very kind to us and extremely hospitable to our cocker spaniel, Charlie, while we were gone for the week. He sent daily updates and time stamps on potties/feedings/medicines, which is even more than we asked for. He gave our dog plenty of walks and stimulation, and send lots of pictures. We feel very comfortable leaving Charlie with Doug again!”
Harold C.
“Harold took such good care of my dogs! I could tell he really cared about them. He sent lots of pictures of them playing and him loving on my dogs. I could tell from all the pictures that my dogs were really happy and being taken care of.”
Carolyn R.
“Carolyn was amazing! She was super flexible with scheduling when travel plans were disrupted and Lucy was a very happy puppy during her stay!”
Paul G B.
“Paul was great with Luna! She has a lot of energy and he made sure to take her on plenty of walks. I felt good leaving my dog with him. I would definitely recommend him!”
Jordyn C.Star Sitter
“Jordyn took such wonderful care of our dog! We have a doodle who loves to play and he had the best time in her large fenced in backyard playing with the other pups. He came home so tired from all the fun. She provided daily updates and we felt so comfortable the whole time. I absolutely recommend Jordyn!”
Jessica Denise W.
“Dear pet owner, you may find yourself looking for reasons to go out of town so you can leave your pets with Jessica. She is such a sweet and caring soul and took such good care of my cats for me. I can’t imagine a better caretaker for animals.”
Danielle B.
“Was an amazing pat sitting for my doggo. I was amazed at how experienced she was with so many different animals. Has a love for all life forms truly.”
Ann-Marie H.Star Sitter
“My pup came home very happy, I could tell he enjoyed his vacation from home while we were on ours.. Ann gave me day to day updates and we will definitely be a returning customer for the future!!”
Helena D.
“Helena took good care of 2 high energy puppies. She was flexible in rescheduling and helping with pickup and drop off. I recommend Helena for cats or dogs care.”
Karla S.Star Sitter
“Karla did an amazing job caring for Maverick. She was very attentive and always sent updates! Will definitely book again in the future! Thank you Karla for taking such great care of Mr. Maverick!”
David T.
“David and his wife were kind, thoughtful, and communicative throughout our entire trip. They have a beautiful home (with a big fenced in yard for zoomies) that your pets will love. They also sent lots of pictures and let me know how the doggies were doing every day. I would highly recommend David to anyone looking for a reliable and loving dog sitter! 🐶❤️🐶”
Kelsey S.
“Marcie LOVED spending the week with Kelsey and her dogs. And from the pictures I could tell she was spoiled rotten and we will absolutely book her again. I am hesitant to post a review because I don’t want her all booked up when I need her!”
Rachel C.Star Sitter
“I’m so glad that I found Rachel to watch my high energy labradoodle for the week! This is my first time using Rover so I was nervous about how my Max would do, but he loved it! Rachel took him on walks/hikes and sent me videos and updates every day. You can tell that she really loves animals and is very knowledgeable about them. Would definitely recommend letting her keep your fur baby!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Gardendale is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Gardendale dog boarding rates can be found as low as $23 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 348 sitters provided dog boarding in Gardendale. 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, 92% of Gardendale dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Gardendale have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Gardendale.
Rover makes it easy to find Gardendale 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 348 dog boarding sitters in Gardendale on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Gardendale, 97% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 94% 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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