Dog Boarding in Gardiner, IA
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“Samantha was a wonderful dog sitter. She provided pictures daily and always kept me updated. I would certainly use her again and highly recommend her services. Thanks again Samantha for spoiling a Fitz!”
“Candace and her husband made us feel so comfortable being away from our dog for 9 days. We got plenty of updates and pictures of our happy girl. They also administered our dog a daily medication. We will definitely use them again!”
“I have booked with Jessica a few times now and recommend her to anyone looking for top notch care for their pet. This most recent time I did not realize that my pup had a broken nail before dropping her off and Jessica saw it right away, took her to the vet, and went above and beyond to care for her during her week long stay. Also, my flight back to Des Moines was extremely delayed and Jessica was super accommodating and understanding. Jessica is incredibly responsive and I trust her completely with my dog Iommi. Whether you need a daycare stay or extended stay, Jessica is the person to book with. Thank you so much again Jessica!”
“Cliff was amazing with Daisy! He made her feel right at home very quickly. She stayed for several days and was so excited to see him and the other pups after the first day. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would definitely recommend Cliff. He treated Daisy like one of his own, sent pics and updates throughout her stay.”
“We needed a sitter at the last minute and Clare was able to take our little dog. I feel she took wonderful care of Chewey with ample walks and plenty of attention and sent pictures of a happy dog relaxing in the sun.”
“My baby boy had a fantastic overnight with Bailee and her fur babies. It's so important that I know Tootie is comfortable and loved in my absence. I watched as Tootie entered the home. He walked around, sniffing. I saw that Tootie was comfortable. Bailee sent pictures and many comical comments. She brought many smiles to my face. Thank you Bailee for loving Tootie.”
“This was the second time Lara and Cary watched our pup. They were great as always and would absolutely recommend! They were flexible and very accommodating to our dog’s needs.”
“Sherilynn did a great job communicating with us and providing updates on our dog Olive while we were away. She was also patient with Olive who tends to be a little cautious and skittish at first.”
“We absolutely loved having our Weimaraner, Hollis stay with Jacquelyn and her family! We felt so comfortable leaving her and Hollis enjoyed her time with them as well! There was never a doubt that she was safe and in excellent hands with them. We will definitely be rebooking with Jacquelyn every time we need to leave our Hollis.”
“This is our first Rover booking and we couldn't be happier. Brooke did an excellent job of making sure our "new to us" rescue dog had a good experience. Amee got to read stories at bedtime and take walks with the family. She'll be back for more fun.”
“Great first time boarding for our little guy. He was well taken care of by the whole family. Tired and happy when picked him up. Jenevieve shared daily updates while we were away. We greatly appreciated this. Very much recommend. Thank you Jenevieve and family.”
“Patty is great! It’s easy to leave our dog with her because we know she will be well taken care of and happy. Patty is very responsive, and provides updates and pictures to let you know how things are going. I will for sure seek her out again the next time we need someone to watch our dog.”
“Jessica took excellent care of our senior dog while we were on an out of the country trip! Darcy seemed very happy in her care! We definitely plan to use Jessica's services again in the future.”
“Nicole (and her family) took the best care of Margot while our family was at Disney. She communicated and organized a meet up with plenty of time in advance and made sure I was comfortable. She answered the many questions I had and it was obvious how much she loved having dogs in her home. From the minute Margot was in her care, I received pictures and videos. Her entire family loved on Margot and even with an unexpected health issue during Margot’s stay, I never doubted she was being loved. Can’t wait to have Margot stay with them again!”
“We were nervous leaving our semi-newly adopted puppy anywhere, but also wanted to visit family for the holidays that we had not seen in awhile. We couldn't have chosen a better family! The whole family took such great care of our Mango with lots of love, runs, and snuggles. Thank you for all the pics! Helped my kids make it through our trip!”
“Our dog’s second stay with Alok was another huge success. Alok is a great communicator, true professional and so good with our dog. We are so thankful for him and the care he provides our dog while we are out of town.”
“Amy and Casey were great with our two girls. They came home excited to see us but definitely were in great hands with them. They enjoyed their walks and time with Amy, Casey and family.”
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Samantha W.Star Sitter
“Samantha was a wonderful dog sitter. She provided pictures daily and always kept me updated. I would certainly use her again and highly recommend her services. Thanks again Samantha for spoiling a Fitz!”
Erin & Chris R.Star Sitter
“Another amazing stay! My dog has such a blast at their place, and I love getting lots of photos and updates while I’m away. Can’t say thank you enough!!”
Candace D.Star Sitter
“Candace and her husband made us feel so comfortable being away from our dog for 9 days. We got plenty of updates and pictures of our happy girl. They also administered our dog a daily medication. We will definitely use them again!”
Jessica V.Star Sitter
“I have booked with Jessica a few times now and recommend her to anyone looking for top notch care for their pet. This most recent time I did not realize that my pup had a broken nail before dropping her off and Jessica saw it right away, took her to the vet, and went above and beyond to care for her during her week long stay. Also, my flight back to Des Moines was extremely delayed and Jessica was super accommodating and understanding. Jessica is incredibly responsive and I trust her completely with my dog Iommi. Whether you need a daycare stay or extended stay, Jessica is the person to book with. Thank you so much again Jessica!”
Cliff C.Star Sitter
“Cliff was amazing with Daisy! He made her feel right at home very quickly. She stayed for several days and was so excited to see him and the other pups after the first day. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would definitely recommend Cliff. He treated Daisy like one of his own, sent pics and updates throughout her stay.”
Clare F.Star Sitter
“We needed a sitter at the last minute and Clare was able to take our little dog. I feel she took wonderful care of Chewey with ample walks and plenty of attention and sent pictures of a happy dog relaxing in the sun.”
Bailee G.Star Sitter
“My baby boy had a fantastic overnight with Bailee and her fur babies. It's so important that I know Tootie is comfortable and loved in my absence. I watched as Tootie entered the home. He walked around, sniffing. I saw that Tootie was comfortable. Bailee sent pictures and many comical comments. She brought many smiles to my face. Thank you Bailee for loving Tootie.”
Lara & Cary J.Star Sitter
“This was the second time Lara and Cary watched our pup. They were great as always and would absolutely recommend! They were flexible and very accommodating to our dog’s needs.”
Sherilynn G.
Star Sitter
“Sherilynn did a great job communicating with us and providing updates on our dog Olive while we were away. She was also patient with Olive who tends to be a little cautious and skittish at first.”
Jacquelyn D.
“We absolutely loved having our Weimaraner, Hollis stay with Jacquelyn and her family! We felt so comfortable leaving her and Hollis enjoyed her time with them as well! There was never a doubt that she was safe and in excellent hands with them. We will definitely be rebooking with Jacquelyn every time we need to leave our Hollis.”
Brooke & Brent B.
“This is our first Rover booking and we couldn't be happier. Brooke did an excellent job of making sure our "new to us" rescue dog had a good experience. Amee got to read stories at bedtime and take walks with the family. She'll be back for more fun.”
Jenevieve Y.Star Sitter
“Great first time boarding for our little guy. He was well taken care of by the whole family. Tired and happy when picked him up. Jenevieve shared daily updates while we were away. We greatly appreciated this. Very much recommend. Thank you Jenevieve and family.”
Scott S.
“Scott and his wife did an amazing job watching our 2 dogs Hank and Hazel we couldn’t have gotten a better family to watch our little monsters!!”
Amanda J.
“Another great stay! Amanda treats our Great Dane Saturn as one of her own! It’s great having someone familiar and comfortable with big dogs!”
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“Patty is great! It’s easy to leave our dog with her because we know she will be well taken care of and happy. Patty is very responsive, and provides updates and pictures to let you know how things are going. I will for sure seek her out again the next time we need someone to watch our dog.”
Jessica T.Star Sitter
“Jessica took excellent care of our senior dog while we were on an out of the country trip! Darcy seemed very happy in her care! We definitely plan to use Jessica's services again in the future.”
Nicole W.Star Sitter
“Nicole (and her family) took the best care of Margot while our family was at Disney. She communicated and organized a meet up with plenty of time in advance and made sure I was comfortable. She answered the many questions I had and it was obvious how much she loved having dogs in her home. From the minute Margot was in her care, I received pictures and videos. Her entire family loved on Margot and even with an unexpected health issue during Margot’s stay, I never doubted she was being loved. Can’t wait to have Margot stay with them again!”
Steve & Tilaine G.Star Sitter
“We were nervous leaving our semi-newly adopted puppy anywhere, but also wanted to visit family for the holidays that we had not seen in awhile. We couldn't have chosen a better family! The whole family took such great care of our Mango with lots of love, runs, and snuggles. Thank you for all the pics! Helped my kids make it through our trip!”
Alok K.Star Sitter
“Our dog’s second stay with Alok was another huge success. Alok is a great communicator, true professional and so good with our dog. We are so thankful for him and the care he provides our dog while we are out of town.”
Amy & Casey S.Star Sitter
“Amy and Casey were great with our two girls. They came home excited to see us but definitely were in great hands with them. They enjoyed their walks and time with Amy, Casey and family.”
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As of Aug 2025, 282 sitters provided dog boarding in Gardiner. 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, 93% of Gardiner dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Gardiner have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Gardiner.
Rover makes it easy to find Gardiner 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 282 dog boarding sitters in Gardiner on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Gardiner, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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