Dog Boarding Gem Lake
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“Russell and Linda are so kind and caring! They have taken the time to get to know my guy Otto and understand his quirks and personality. This shows me they really pay attention to him while he’s there! Otto is always excited when he sees their house come into view which is all the proof I need. Thanks Russell and Linda!”
“Nicole did a great job caring for my sweet Penelope! She sent pictures and updates which I appreciate! Her cats were welcoming and being that my cat has never really been around others cats made me nervous but Penelope did pretty good overall! Thanks Nicole for keeping her safe and making sure she felt comfortable during her week stay! Much appreciated ♥️🐈”
“Steffanie was responsive and great. When I went to pick up my dog who has separation anxiety, it was clear that she was well cared for during her time at Steffanie's.”
“I was extremely happy with Louie’s Christmas stay with Jennifer and her family. She took the best care of him and he felt right at home. I was completely at ease my whole trip. She also communicated really well and sent photos the whole time!”
“Patti and Patrick did a great job with our dog! Very communicative up front and gave us lots of updates. Liza enjoyed her stay and we would definitely recommend them for the future!”
“Alisha and Cameron took such great care of our dog Bear! He was so happy at their house. They provided lots of updates and pictures. I know he got lots of love. They have been our favorite Rover family to date!”
“Jessica was the best! After a bit of a fiasco with another sitter, Jessica came through last minute and was a great back up. I will absolutely book her again. Our dog came home absolutely exhausted, but so happy, and we can't thank her enough for helping us out this weekend!”
“Absolutely amazing experience! Communication was prompt, worked with me when initial plans changed and sent some really great pictures of my dogs blending with them. Highly recommended and will definitely rebook!”
“Sierra welcomed our dog for a great weekend play date. We appreciated that she was able to offer flexibility with drop off and pickup times since we were driving from a few hours away with a toddler. Gadget returned to us happy and we know from the pictures that he had a ton of fun playing and sun bathing with her dog.”
“This is our first time using Rover and it could not have gone better! Brock and Laura were so nice, understanding, and supportive. We got multiple updates to reassure us, the dogs got so many walks - rain or shine. I will definitely be using them again!!!”
“Danielle is our go to for looking after our boy Scribble. Danielle loves animals and when she sends the daily photos of our dog, he looks like he is having more fun there than at home. Highly recommend Danielle to look after anyone’s pups!”
“McKayla and Dillon are awesome and I can tell my dog loves going to their house! They were also very accommodating to my last minute travel issues, and super responsive. We will definitely be using them in the future!”
“Katie was so great! She was super responsive and sent pics while we were gone. Shes super friendly and took care of our dogs like her own. 12/10, would definitely recommend!”
“Julie, Jesse, and their family took such great care of my Pepper! It was my first time boarding him but he was in such great hands. I got lots of communication/updates, photos, and clarifying questions when things arose. Pepper got top notch treatment!”
“Hather had an amazing time with Kyle, who took the best care of our big old guy and was attentive to his needs. Thanks Kyle for making a home-away-from-home for our dog!”
“Thank you for taking such great care of Grizzly. He came home happy and tired. We loved receiving all of the updates and photos. We will definitely be reaching out the next time we need a dog sitter!”
“Monika is truly the best at what she does. Our dog Sophie always looks at visits as a vacation when we go on vacation. She just loves the family and the dogs that live there. The backyard that is fenced in is wonderful. This is truly our dog’s home away from home. If I could give higher than 5 stars I would. They are fantastic and I recommend them with the highest possible regard.”
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Gem Lake
I had a great experience with Steffanie. She took excellent care of my dog. My dog was happy, comfortable, and clearly well cared for. Steffanie was reliable, caring, and easy to communicate with. I would definitely use them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for someone they can trust with their pet!
Yuna looks so happy! We couldn’t be happier with the care Nikki provided for our dog over the weekend! She stayed with them from Saturday through Monday, and I loved getting regular photo and video updates. It was so reassuring to see her playing happily with the other dogs in the pack—she clearly had the absolute best time socializing and burning off energy. I picked up a very happy, well-cared-for (and wonderfully tuckered out!) pup. Highly recommend Nikki to anyone looking for a loving, attentive, and fun environment for their dog!
Margaret is a great dog sitter. We appreciate her abilities and her knowledge of caring for dogs who are out of their normal home environment. She has a great fenced in yard too, which was a plus as our dog is use to a having a fenced in yard at home. She communicated well, sent some pictures. Ryder was content there and well cared for which put our minds at ease. Thank you Margaret! We would not hesitate to board Ryder with Margaret again in the future.
So grateful we found Eryn! She is not a typical dog sitter. She both loves and understands high energy dogs on a professional level. Our exuberant, mouthy young lab had a wonderful time. It provides so much peace of mind on vacation knowing our dog is enjoying herself as much (maybe more) than we are.
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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 Gem Lake home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Gem Lake.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Gem Lake 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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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 MN 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.
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