Pet Boarding Grand Rapids
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About: Hello! I grew up around many dogs and cats and enjoy their company so much! I have my own cat so I understand how important our pets are to our lives! I am always the first one to volunteer whenever a friend or family member needs someone to look after their fur babies! I will always treat those in my care as my own 💗 Doggy Boarding: I am now opening my home up for dogs to come stay with me while you enjoy your time away! I have always wanted to have dogs stay with me, but I wanted to wait until I had a fence in yard. And now I do! I have a lil Blue home with a lil fenced in yard and a lovely safe neighborhood for your pet to stay! We have plenty of parks nearby for them to enjoy as well. PLEASE NOTE: I have a cat named Pepper!!!! She does not mind dogs as long as they know how to give her some space. The most she will do is swat and a lil hiss is she’s really annoyed. Otherwise, your pet will have a nice relaxing time with me and Pepper! If your pet stays with me, it will be the only animal there during their stay besides Pepper (2 dogs max at the house). Feel free to ask any questions! I currently work 8-5/6pm at an office in Kentwood. I can usually take a lunch and stop by to check on the pets. If you are comfortable with this, then I’ll be happy to help out! You can trust that I will be always be respectful and mindful while I am in your home! I will treat your home and your pet as one of my own. Please refer to my references if you have any doubts 😊 Please do let me know if there is something that could have been done better - I always appreciate any feedback after my visit!!!
“Caroline was great, super flexible with my schedule after several last min changes! And I believe my baby had a wonderful time at her house with her fur baby ?? will definitely reach out again for more services!”
“This was Angela’s second time boarding my dog and things went great as expected. My dog loves Angela! She got excited when we were nearing Angela’s house. I really appreciate Angela’s care for my dog and flexibility with my schedule. She’s definitely my first thought when I need a sitter.”
About: I’ve had cats and dogs my whole life but I also currently have a leopard gecko. I have a history of also having fish and even Axolotls! I do work but mainly from home and with flexible hours. Caring for my pet is a part of my day to day life and caring for yours as well would be a pleasure! My dog sleeps in bed with me, goes outside in my fenced in yard, enjoys tons of play time and 2 walks per day in my neighborhood.
About: I love to be outside and play just as much as your dog does! I always make sure the pup is having the best time :) I am currently working part-time, which allows for more than enough time to be spent with your doggo! At times when I am at work, my significant other works from home and would be available for your dogs’ needs! I have a Golden Retriever of my own, he is 5 years old and his name is Reggie. I also have a kitten, Hank, he is approximately 9 months old. Both of them are so sweet, energetic and playful. They have the luxury of a fenced-in backyard and would love to make friends and play with your puppy (yes the kitty goes outside too)! We go on many walks, play fetch, spend a lot of time in the backyard and go on many adventures!
“This was Pepper's first stay with Sherry and she didn't want to leave when I picked her up. Sherry was very flexible with drop off and pick up times and opened up her home to my baby! She was great at keeping me updated on how the stay was going and sent pictures showing that Pepper had made herself right at home. I will absolutely be using Sherry again!!”
“We have been using Paige for a few years now. She is incredibly flexible and willing to work with me for convenient drop off/pick up times. She is able to plan ahead months in advance to be able to care for our dogs when our baby decided to arrive. She has also taken in the dogs the day of when I have completely forgotten to set up care for them. Our dogs come home happy, well taken care of, and they always seem excited to see her when being dropped off! I haven’t bothered to get a backup boarder because there is no way I’d have as excellent of an experience - without a doubt.”
“I’m so glad I found Julia! She was amazing, even though we asked her at the last minute. She made our furry friends feel right at home and took great care of them. We always knew what was going on and how they were doing, which was really reassuring. If you’re looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter, I highly recommend Julia!”
About: I have cared for dogs almost my whole life. I trained my first dog in doggy obedience school - I loved that so much. The dog that I currently have can follow instructions in both English and Chinese! I work in a hybrid situation with a very flexible schedule, so I am quite available. I only need to have a little advance notice so I can work it into my schedule. I will love taking your dog on walks and enjoying some fresh air together! I really value helping dogs get sunshine and exercise in their day.
“Moose had a great time at Katrinas home. He was well cared for and came home happy. Katrina's communication was excellent. We will not hesitate to book with her again.”
“Ashleigh treated my babies exactly if they were hers. They were so spoiled and had a great time playing with her fur babies, going on walks, cuddles, play time, everything! I am extremely thankful to find her and her pack”
About: I’ve always loved animals and really enjoy caring for them. I actually fostered a puppy and ended up falling in love with her and adopting her myself! I’m patient, caring, and will make sure your pet feels safe, loved, and comfortable while they’re with me. Currently graduated college a few months ago, so my schedule gives me plenty of time to care for your pets. I’m available throughout the week and can be flexible depending on your pet’s routine and needs. I’ll make sure they get plenty of attention, playtime, walks, and love while they’re with me. 🐾 I make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved while in my care. I follow their normal routine as closely as possible, give them plenty of attention and playtime, and always make sure they have a clean, comfortable environment. I’ll treat your pet like my own. 🐾❤️
About: I have been watching my own families pets since I was a little girl, along with the neighbors and others in the community. I can walk, feed, or bathe them. I have one short haired female cat in my home who is very chatty and loves attention! I am a flight attendant so I have lots of open time. Whether it be early morning, late night, or mid day! I can go on a walk, let them out, or just hangout and play! If I care for your pet in my home they will be treated as if it’s their own! If they get along with cats, all are welcome.
About: Hello my name is Mimi! I am 24 years old I live with my husband and his family and we have one dog and four cats. Roxy is our American bulldog mix she is so sweet and loves to play she barks growls couple times but only gets like that when she’s excited to meet another dog. We have four cats sunshine, melody, willow,and lily that are also going to be turning four years old this year and two of them are kittens so barley turned 2 months old I work part time at Chow hound I have a very flexible schedule when it comes to working for rover as well. I have always loved animals my whole life but I grew up in apartments so never really got the chance to have pets of my own other then just small animals such as rabbits,hamsters,ferrets, and guinea pigs. Then once me and my husband got together we got pups and cats and we been really happy with them sometimes they are rebellious but they are also what brings joy into our lives. Also back when I started Rover I started it because since I couldn't have dogs or cats of my own I was like why not help people that need help with there pets so that's when I got introduced to Rover getting to do what I love to do and help others! I am working part time at Chow hound and also work Rover my job they are very flexable! If it is necessary I do request days off if needed! I try my best to give my clients dogs a good time and respect there home if I do housing sitting jobs and as for when I have my clients over dogs over I just let them play with my pups and it’s great I enjoy seeing my dogs socialize with other dogs.
About: I have trianed my own dogs and a I love playing with dogs. I truly love being with animals. They make me so happy and give so much back. I am looking to watch the cats at your house. I am retired. So I am available anytime to come and spend time with your cats I am looking to go to clients house. Since I have 3 cats and 2 dogs and I am not sure if they could get along with your animal.
“Emily took great care of Mario while we were out of town. She was super comfortable with our very excited dog from the first time they met, and communicated with pictures and texts during his stay. Mario had a great time with them and his new friend, Skeeter! We absolutely won't hesitate to send Mario to Emily for future visits!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Grand Rapids is $45
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Grand Rapids
Mariah felt like we were leaving our dogs with a close friend. She was flexible, kind, confident and communicated throughout our trip with hope everyone was doing. She really looked out for and took great care of our older dog, making sure she would eat (even offering to cook chicken, rice or broth for her!!) and making sure she would take her medication even though it's not an easy feat. We're also so grateful for her ability to handle our rambunctious younger dog with care and patience. She will be our go to sitter and we're so happy to have found her!
She is an amazing pet sitter. She made me feel comfortable leaving my precious Molly with her for her first time boarding at 11 years old. She treated her like she was family. She gave me daily updates with pictures so I could see how comfortable she was while I was traveling. It really ment alot to me to see how well she was being cared for. I was able to enjoy my vacation instead of worrying how my furbaby was doing well I was gone.
Marrissa was fantastic for a last minute booking this past weekend. It is clear that both her and her partner care about making your pet feel as comfortable as possible while being away from home. She was quick to communicate with us throughout the weekend with updates and pictures. I especially appreciated that she told us she would be slowly introducing our dog to theirs to make sure she was comfortable. We will 100% be rebooking with her the next time we go out of town!
This was the first time I had to use Rover. Dale sent daily messages and photos which helped ease my anxiety about leaving my "baby". He was also flexible with drop-off/pick-up timing as my flight home was delayed. I definitely recommend Dale. You can tell he loves animals.
Luna had a fantastic 2 night stay with Jacy! Jacy communicated the whole weekend with pictures and updates since we have an anxious Aussie. The first night she was understandably nervous and not eating much but Jacy kept offering her food and treats. By the second day she started eating and was seeming much more calm about her stay. She was excited to go home but was happy and tired! We'll continue to use Jacy for all of Luna's pet stays in the future! Thank you Jacy for taking great care of our girl!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in Grand Rapids is $53 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $28 and $78 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 514 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Grand Rapids. About 92% of Grand Rapids sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
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 MI ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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