Dog Boarding in Gulf Branch, Arlington, VA
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1. Christine J.

“Christine was awesome and caring, 10 out of 10 would recommend!!! Our dogs had such a great time staying with her and came home exhausted after a day of hikes and playing in her large backyard. I would not hesitate to book with her in the future!”


2. Andy G.


“Andy takes great care of our Westie. He’s always happy to stay there, and Andy sends photos of them going on walks and playing and just having a good time. We’ve left him with Andy multiple times and are always comfortable and happy with his care!”


3. Sush S.

“Sush did a wonderful job with Louie! My kids miss Louie a lot when we are away and she was very helpful sending pictures for them. I could tell from the pictures that Louie was well cared for and had lots of good play time. We will definitely be asking Sush to watch Louie again.”


4. Sky G.

“Sky was a life saver! She hosted my Uschi and gave her meds and gave her companionship with her 2 tiny cuties! My pup was returned to me calm and happy--she even got a bath!”


5. Nelly M.

“Nelitza has a heart of gold and truly gives her everything for the dogs in her care. I appreciated how much she kept me posted with pictures, video, and written updates.”


6. Michael Y.

“Michael was phenomenal as he took care of Sammy, my beagle. He was friendly and communicative and Sammy enjoyed staying with him. I highly recommend Michael.”


7. Nina C.


“Nina was great. Super responsive and took care of my fur baby like she was her own. Always great when you can leave your furry friends worry free!”


8. Erin F.

“Our experience with Erin was wonderful. She really knows how to care for your dog like her own and I could tell my dog Luna had a great time staying with her. She was very communicative and gave updates/pictures through Luna’s stay. Def would go with Erin again!”


9. Luciana V.

“Luciana was amazing! She took great care of our pup while we were away Thanksgiving week. She was very professional, communicative, and most importantly caring to our dog!”


10. Laurie & Richard E.

“Laurie and Richard were amazing with my older little pup with anxiety. She loved her stay with them and they catered to her needs so well. The communication and updates were wonderful!”


11. Lauren S.

“Lauren took such great care of Clover. She was very communicative & sent lots of updates. I was very far away & appreciated it. Lauren also picked up & dropped Clover off which was a huge relief! Thank you so much.”


12. Vanessa G.

“Vanessa is a lovely and loving soul whose magic works on you form the very first moment that you contact her. Her kindness, open-mindedness and experience with dogs, helped us turn around a previous bad experience with a different pet sitter. Vanessa gave us hope and opened a loving space for our dog to enjoy while we were not around. I could tell that our dog felt safe and loved. We’re grateful for having found her! .We’ll be booking our next stay very soon!”


13. Leonard & Kathryn J.

“This is akela’s second stay with Leonard and Kathryn and when she saw their house she went happily a straight in, we were very happy to see she felt safe and excited to be there once more.”




14. Leah D.
“Leah was very patient with our high-strung dog and had her cuddling and happy after just 24 hours. We felt confident leaving our dog with her and plan to book her again!”


15. Alyce P.

“Alyce was great! She was incredibly helpful during our meet and greet and answered all of our questions. We will absolutely be rebooking her!”


16. Molly & Gary H.

“Louie loves staying with Molly, Gary and Axl! They really treat him like family and take him on so many weekend adventures. It feels like they love him almost as much as we do. We love the picture updates - especially of Louie and Axl cuddling or on their walk together. I can’t imagine ever booking with anyone else.”


17. Jie Z.

“Jie Z, took care of our have any havanes me Poodle for three weeks over the holidays. She absolutely loves small dogs and we could not have been happier . Pepper had plenty of place to have fun in her beautiful place and she sent us lovely pictures of him having a blast. She is also very responsive to emails. She took wonderful care of our dog and we highly recommend her services. We will definitely send our dog again when we travel . Caroline”


18. Lindsay & Aaron J.

“Linsey was great! She was responsive, took great care of our dog, and very friendly! Would be happy to leave ria with her anytime we are out of town.”


19. Sam L.

“Another amazing stay with Sam and Happy in the books! This is the third time we have used Sam's services and just like the first two, everything went really well and I knew my dog was well taken care of. I cannot recommend Sam enough. He is wonderful!”




20. Nyla & Corey M.

“Nyla was a fantastic host to Polly, my miniature schnauzer, for several days and evenings. She was caring, attentive, and offered a safe and loving home. She communicated daily, sending pictures and updates on how Polly was doing. This is my first time boarding Polly, and I feel SO fortunate to have found Nyla. Will absolutely request her services in the future!”
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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 Gulf Branch on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $50 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, 6,562 sitters provided dog boarding in Gulf Branch. 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 Gulf Branch dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Gulf Branch have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Gulf Branch.
Rover makes it easy to find Gulf Branch 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 6,562 dog boarding sitters in Gulf Branch on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Gulf Branch, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 86% 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.
