Dog Boarding Gateswood
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“Sofia was an absolute godsend. She's incredibly dependable, professional and kind. And it's a bonus that she's a vet tech. I had never left my dog with a stranger before, so I was nervous about leaving her for a weekend. But Sofia was so communicative and responsive that my anxiety quickly vanished. I will 100% user her again.”
“They were amazing with my dog. My dog felt right at home with them, and even learned how to socialize with a cat. They communicated often and with pictures I felt like she was getting the best car in the world!”
“I've never left Krypto with anybody and never used Rover before so I was super nervous during the whole booking process. I put a bunch of filters on what I would want for him and Terri fit that perfectly. Terri made everything super easy and let me come out and meet her and Finn with Krypto before ever even booking. During Krypto's stay I was sent updates daily on how he was doing. He got along wonderfully with Finn. Terri welcomed Krypto with open arms and treated him like her own. He really enjoyed his stay with her and we would definitely book her again.”
“Morgan helped us out on short notice with the care of our golden retriever. Drop off and pick up was truly a pleasure, Morgan has a wonderful personality! We look forward to booking her again.”
“This was Nadia's 5th stay at Taylor's house and we have two more booked. Taylor takes good care of Nadia and she always seems so relaxed after her "staycation" Taylor does a great job and you can tell she loves the dogs that visit.”
“I’m so grateful to Jessica! She was fantastic. I reached out last minute and she was able to make time to do a meet and greet and then agreed to keep Buddy. She was so down to earth, easy to work with, and great with Buddy. He was attached to her like Velcro. And her dog, Pasta, is so good natured and even played with Buddy some! This was my first time using Rover and Jessica made it a wonderful experience.”
“Stephanie was absolutely Amazing! Great communication, great care ! I couldn’t have gotten a better dog sitter for bleu. I highly recommend her . You won’t be disappointed”
“Cheryl did a great job with our dog Kenna. She was very attentive to her needs and was great about sending pictures and videos every day despite caring for a couple of other dogs as well.”
“Daniel was awesome! He took care of our Weimaraner for two nights on relatively short notice. He got her plenty of exercise and regularly goes to the park. His house was very dog friendly and has plenty of toys and bones (no raw hide) that he gets from a local butcher. We will definitely be using Daniel again in the future!”
“Caroline was absolutely amazing with our sweet Jackson! We needed a sitter the same day, and she came through for us without hesitation. She kept us updated, communicated every step of the way, and treated Jackson like he was her own. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was in such loving hands. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would recommend Caroline to anyone looking for someone they can truly trust with their fur baby. Thank you again ..we’ll definitely be booking with you in the future!”
“We so appreciate Kim and Kerry taking such good care of Jack and Gunner! Communication was wonderful! By the pictures Kim sent us throughout their stay we knew they were comfortable and felt at home!”
“Super amazing sitter! Miriah made all my worries disappear with leaving my babies behind on a trip. It’s not normal for me to be apart from them and leaving them with a stranger made me so anxious. Miriah more than made me feel so happy and comfortable knowing they were in extra good care with her. We will definitely be back and reference her!”
“Emily is wonderful because she has a peaceful and calm demeanor and she truly cares for your pet. I will definitely bring my dog, who is 14.5 years old, back to Emily to take care of her, when I come back for vacation. Thank you, Emily, for your outstanding care and support.”
“Joy was amazing with my dog Theo! I’m usually very nervous about leaving him with someone new, but Joy let us come by for a meet and greet prior to my trip. I can honestly say after meeting her I had no doubts and felt very comfortable leaving with him in her care. Her communication was great and she made sure to send pictures and all updates. Her dog Fang was also a sweetheart and got along great with Theo. She went above and beyond to make sure my dog felt at home and I could tell he loved being there. I will not hesitate to rebook in the future and very thankful I found her!”
“Taylor is amazing! She and her family welcomed my kitties, Lucius and Bella, into their home with welcome arms. It was a stressful week as we made settlement on our new home, but one thing I did not need to worry about was my cats as I knew they were well cared for by Taylor.”
“Lorraine is outstanding. She takes this job seriously by making sure she meets the own and dog and asks clarifying questions. She touched base with me daily and adapted to my dogs needs throughout the stay, which shows she really cares. I highly recommend Lorraine and will definitely use her services again in the future.”
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Gateswood home-away-from-home, 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 Gateswood.
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 Gateswood 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 , 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 .
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 AL 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.
Rover offers the perfect alternative to dog kennels and traditional dog sitting. The next time you head out of town and need someone to take care of your dog, turn to Rover for your dog boarding needs. It's easy to find a loving Gateswood, AL dog sitter on Rover who'll give your dog one-on-one attention while you're away, and your dog can enjoy a sweet staycation, right at their sitter's home. Search from hundreds of dog sitters in Gateswood, read sitter profiles, and reach out to sitters who seem like a good fit for you and your dog. We know it can be tough to leave your pet, which is why we encourage every pet parent and sitter to have a Meet & Greet before booking the stay. With Rover, pet boarding is guilt-free, cashless, and convenient. That way, you can hit the road happy knowing your dog's in loving hands while you're away.
The price of dog boarding in Gateswood, AL might not be as much as you thought. Whatever your price range, you'll find a dog sitter on Rover for almost any budget. Interested in finding out what the typical Rover dog sitter expects as a dog boarding fee? Visit our average dog boarding rates report to see the general fees before checking out an individual dog sitter's hourly rates.
If you need to book a great dog sitter on the go, you'll love the Rover dog boarding app. You can browse hundreds of pre-reviewed, trusted dog sitter in minutes from your phone, and rebook your favorite sitter with just a few taps. You'll get photo updates from your dog sitter which can be shared via the Rover dog boarding app in real time, and the app's cashless payment feature allows you to pay your dog sitter easily and securely, without worrying about cash, checks or tips.
What if you're a dog lover who's looking for dog boarding jobs? You'll want to check out our information about how to become a dog sitter on Rover. We're always excited to add new dog sitters to our dog boarding service, and our application process makes it simple to get your own dog boarding business up and running. When you become a Rover dog sitter, you benefit from great features including premium pet insurance, a third party background check, and our cashless payment feature for ease and peace of mind. Why not apply today?
In short, when you book Gateswood dog boarding on Rover, your dog gets the loving care they deserve, and you get to relax, knowing that your pet is in good hands.
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