Dog Boarding in Gardner, IL
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1. Bridget W.
“Bridget was amazing!! Came and picked up pups, sent lots of pictures and updates, and very friendly/responsive. Highly recommend and will absolutely use again ♥️”
2. Zoe Z.
“Zoe is wonderful with our dog. She even gave her a dog friendly thanksgiving dinner. Sent us updates and photos. It’s so nice to have a sitter that truly love animals 🐶”
3. Alex S.
“Alex did a very good job of giving me updates during my dog's stay. And the videos and pictures she sent showed my dog was having a good time. And my dog must have, she's been doing nothing but sleeping since we got home. Thanks Alex!”
4. Anthony G.
“I highly recommend Anthony! He loves all animals. If you are looking for someone who will care for your pet the way you would, he’s your guy! He is the nicest guy you’ll ever meet and you won’t regret having him care for your fur babies!”
5. Shannon G.
“Shannon was AWESOME with Murph. She took the time to send pictures and updates. Most importantly she kept up on his meds and genuinely cares. Murph loved hanging out with her and with us not having to worry, he will be returning soon!”
6. Robyn W.
“I will definitely rebook Robyn in the future and felt very comfortable with my baby boy in her care! She sent updates and pictures and videos any time I asked and always responded to all my messages pretty instantly. Biggie gave her a giant hug and kiss goodbye when I picked him up. Thank you, Robyn! 🐾🖤”
7. Tami H.
“Tami was wonderful, we had last min change of plans and she was able to accommodate us with short notice. Our pup loved the extra playtime with her fur babies and her great yard was bonus!”
8. Rachel S.
“Rachel was so great with Maddie. She got us in last minute for a booking and sent a couple pictures. Maddie seemed to have a blast will definitely book with her again!”
9. Michelle R.
“Michelle and Christy are so amazing with my boy! He’s pretty timid and slow to open up to people, but he snuggled right up to them. Their house is perfectly set up for dogs, with a huge back yard, and their dogs get along so well with mine! Will definitely use again in the future!”
10. Aryn M.
“Aryn is great! She takes care of Bo (our dog) so well. She keeps us informed and sends up pictures/videos. Bo has stayed with Aryn multiple times and loves it there!”
11. Tammy T.
“I can not be more happy with the wonderful loving care Tammy gave my baby girl! She was so kind in sending updates and pictures! I would recommend her to anyone! Thank you so much.”
12. Sylvie R.
“We have used Sylvie several times now. She takes such good care of all three of our dogs and their unique personalities. She truly treats them like they were her own! Highly recommended!”
13. Monica T.
“Monica is AMAZING! When we picked our 2 y/o long-haired dachshund up after 6 days with Monica he was so happy and so tired out! She sent so many cute photos and videos, and made it so easy for us to enjoy our vacation”
14. Taylor & Marco D.
“Taylor and Marco were able to take Louie at the last minute, and my little guy was so thrilled to see them! Like always, they sent me photos and updates of all the fun and cuddles he was enjoying. And when one of his things got chewed up by another guest, they made sure he had a replacement by the time I picked him up. Knowing he’s with them gives me such peace of mind. Taylor and Marco are the best!”
15. Magda D.
“Magda and her family were amazing with my puppy. She sent daily updates with pictures, and I felt my gut baby was being treated as a family member. I cannot thank Magda enough! ❤️”
16. Hallie L.
“Hallie is the perfect person to watch and/or your pets. She treats all animals as if they are her own, caring for strays anytime she is able to. She is prompt, responsive, and detailed oriented. Hallie is a trusted caretaker of many pets while their humans are away from home.”
17. Jennifer R.
“Jennifer did a fantastic job of taking care of Sadie while we were on vacation! I received daily updates as well as plenty of pictures. Knowing she was well taken care of made it much easier to enjoy our trip. We will definitely use her services again.”
18. Leslie T.
“Leslie was excellent. Very accommodating, large fenced yard. Kept us informed on dogs and sent pics, too. We will definitely use her again. Lee”
19. Samantha J.
“Always great!”
20. Lauren W.
“Lauren took such good care of our baby, Smalls! We received several updates and photos daily and she was so accommodating. I know he was in great hands. We would definitely ask her to sit for us again!”
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As of Mar 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Gardner is $45 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $315. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Gardner dog boarding rates can be found as low as $66 to as high as $278 per night.
As of Mar 2025, 93 sitters provided dog boarding in Gardner. 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, 91% of Gardner dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Gardner have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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 Gardner.
Rover makes it easy to find Gardner 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 93 dog boarding sitters in Gardner on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Gardner, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% 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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