Dog Boarding in Grand Rapids
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1. Renee S.

“Renee was able to board our 2 bulldogs over the 4th holiday on short notice and we are so grateful! She has a fenced backyard, works from home and was able to spend quality time with them so they weren't lonely. They had such big smiles on their faces the whole time. Will definitely come back on our next trip!”


2. Linda C.

“We left our dog with Linda for 3 days. Her dogs were very friendly and they got along well. He loved being able to run around the fenced yard. He seemed so happy and free. He is usually very anxious but he didn't have any issues while staying with Linda. He did really well with Linda. Thanks for taking such good care of him.”


3. Marina H.

“Marina did a wonderful job caring for our dog. I feel like extra steps were taken to ensure she was comfortable, eating and sleeping well. Additionally, we received daily updates on the status, activity levels and pictures. We simply could not ask for a better caretaker while we travel.”




4. Donna F.


“Donna was great with our senior dog. Our dog stayed for 3 nights in total. Our dog is a little anxious going to new places but Donna made her comfortable pretty quickly. She also sent regular updates without being asked and was much appreciated. Would recommend Donna for any dog sitting needs!”


5. Sean D.

“Sean is great with our challenging rescue Bullmastiff! He’s the only one we trust to take care of our giant when we travel and our dog is always happy to be there!”


6. Carol R.

“Bentley loves his vacation stay with Carole! And we love the fact, that we never have to wonder if our Bentley is doing ok. He is treated like a 👑king!”


7. Joshua H.

“Joshua was so helpful. I messed up the booking and he realized it and helped me figure it out. He was responsive and gave me daily updates on my dog”


8. Gabriella R.

“Gabriella is the best! Very communicative and always takes great care of wynnie while I am gone. I will continue to use her when I’m out of town!”


9. Megan O.

“Megan is great with our dogs and our dogs love their time there. She never fails to give us twice daily updates and takes THE BEST photos of our dogs (I have several I want to frame). She is attentive to their needs and always reaches out if there are any concerns. We have had Megan board our dogs twice now and we will continue to book with her so long as she is on Rover.”


10. Molly H.

“We had a great first Rover experience with Molly and her dog Izzi. It was our first time leaving our dog for the weekend and Molly was perfect with our nervous dog, and with communication and sending pics. I know our dog felt much more at ease with the help of having Izzi around. We’ll definitely rebook with Molly & Izzi - highly recommend!”


11. Ru D.

“Ruth was fabulous. My little 7lb Maggie was a new rescue that I only had for 2 months. She was so scared of EVERYTHING. Ruth has a nice small and quiet home. She was able to give my little doggie the individual and personal attention she really needed. I felt completely confident that Maggie would be cared for very well. We even received pictures and updates regularly while we were away. I'll definitely be calling Ruth, if we go out of town again.”


12. susan s.
“Susan will fill up your sweet little dogs’s love buckets! She is an animal lover and has a special affinity for small dogs. Your dog will love their time with her!”


13. Derek K.

“Derek was very laid back, patient with my nerves and questions (first time using a dog sitter outside the family), genuinely has a love of dogs, and my boys came back TIRED but well-loved. Thank you, Derek! We'd love to use him again and already talked about it.”


14. Pam P.

“Pam is a delight. I highly recommend. She is professional, kind, thoughtful, detailed with care needs, ensured Toby's safety, preferences had been provided and comfort. Pam was very prompt with responding. Provided timely updates with pictures. From our initial meet, drop off and pick up, I experienced such a loving environment and felt Toby was very much welcomed, cared for and had fun running with Pam's little fur babies. Pam's dogs and two cats are very social and adorable. Pam let him sleep in her bed at night knowing he does same at home. Toby returned home very relaxed and showed no signs of being stressed. She truly welcomed and cared for Toby as if her own. I already booked his next stay. Thank you Pam!”




15. Leslie T.

“Our dogs loved their stay at Leslie’s house. Her fenced yard and flexible schedule were a huge bonus to us when picking a pet sitter. We knew our dogs were in good hands which gave us great peace of mind!”


16. Terry S.

“Finley was well taken care of. I had no worries about him when I was away. Terry sent pics which was a plus. Great experience. Will book again.”


17. Jenn V.

“I've written a few great reviews about Jenn but this last stay she really went above and beyond. Due to some winter storms and travel complications I was delayed 21 hours coming home from a short business trip. While my time stuck in an airport was anxiety inducing wondering whether or not Piper was okay was not one of the factors. Not only did I know Piper was happy and safe where she was but Jenn was very responding and completely understanding. I'm so glad we've found Jenn through Rover - Piper's home away from home!”


18. Samantha M.

“Sam kept Appa very happy. She sent pictures to show he was doing well. Immediately when we got out of the car, she engaged with Appa and it was obvious this would be a good place for him to stay. I would strongly recommend Sam and if I have a future need I hope she will be available.”


19. Felix J.

“Felix was fantastic with our dog Roscoe. He was very caring and treated Roscoe with tremendous care. Overall, a really good and trusting person to leave your animal with. I will definitely be using his services again!”


20. Angela & Erik N.

“Angela and Erik took great care of Tag, paying attention to her needs even when it meant getting up early to let her outside when she indicated she had to go! It was reassuring to know that they were familiar with the side effects of her medication and monitored how she was coping with being in a new place with a different routine. Since they only dog-sit one at a time (as they have their own pup), I had no worries about Tag, a senior girl, feeling overwhelmed (she met theirs ahead of the boarding date and they got along fine). They were friendly, responsible and flexible when it came to pick-up time.”
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Dog Boarding FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Grand Rapids on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $40 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 394 sitters provided dog boarding in Grand Rapids. 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 Grand Rapids dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Grand Rapids have an average of 15 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 Grand Rapids.
Rover makes it easy to find Grand Rapids 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 394 dog boarding sitters in Grand Rapids on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Grand Rapids, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 89% 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.
