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Frances B.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
22 repeat clients
54 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34240

“Awesome experience for Bentley and us! Frances texted us daily and sent us pictures of our little dog. Her home was warm and inviting and she had a huge, fenced in backyard for Bentley to play in. We will most definitely use her in the future!”

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viktoryia s.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 66 reviews
26 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Arlington Park, Sarasota, FL, 34239

“Viktoryia and her husband were amazing with my baby! Took such good care of her and sent me lots of pictures to feel comfortable! Will definitely have them watch Sophie again when I leave town!”

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Cindy & Steve W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 132 reviews
57 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34240

“Wonderful family and took great care of our golden retriever Oliver. Loved getting updates and pictures while we were away. They treated him just like family! Will definitely use them again on our next trip! Thank you!”

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Lisa R.
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Laura M.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34241

“Laura is amazing!”

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Nicholas K.
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$59
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34231

“Nicholas is very friendly and communicative. He sent regular daily updates via photo and video of my cat. My cat warmed up to the space within a couple days and was way more comfortable there than we would’ve been at a kennel. Highly recommend for a safe and comfortable place for your pet!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amelia K.
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Amelia K.
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$45
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
5 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34240

“Amelia was absolutely fantastic with my dogs. She was so kind, sent me lots of happy dog pics and was flexible with me when I had a last minute change in my schedule. Highly recommended and will for sure be booking her for all my future dates.”

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Abbigail N.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
4 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34238

“Abbigail did great watching my dog on a holiday weekend at the last minute.”

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Yvette S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34234

“Wonderful communication and care on a very last minute booking. Didn't have to worry at all because my normally shy pup seemed to immediately snuggle in and love Yvette”

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Misty B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
20 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34232

“Misty was great to work with. I got photos of Charlie throughout the week, and he seemed settled and fine. She was a great communicator, and her house is great. I will use Misty again should I need to.”

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Samantha G.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Nokomis, FL, 34275

“Sam was everything I was hoping for my fur baby! She treated her like her own. They had backyard adventures and lots of walks, cuddles and all kinds of fun times with Gus and the kitty. I felt confident that Fern was being taken care of and did not worry about her on my trip. Sam will be my go to if I have to leave town again!”

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Christal B.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 79 reviews
20 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34231

“Christal took great care of my cat while I was on vacation! He got lots of attention and she sent me cute photos of my cat. I would highly recommend her for boarding and plan to have her look after my cat in the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Callie P.
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Callie P.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34232

“Callie, her husband, and their two dogs did a great job watching our dog. They were quick to respond to our inquiries, flexible with our schedule, and answered all our questions upfront. Upon arrival, they were quick to show him affection and show him around. While we were gone, they provided notes and photos to let us know he was doing well. When we picked him up, we could tell that he felt loved and comfortable during his stay. If we are back in this area, we would be glad to have them care for our dog again.”

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Corinna T.
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$63
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
9 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Nokomis, FL, 34275

“Corinne was so kind and loving with my dogs! She treated them with such care . I am so thankful for her. She sent updates with pictures which made me feel so at ease, knowing they were in excellent care with her. My dogs were happy there and so well taken care of! Would 1000% ask her to watch my dogs again. Thank you!!!”

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Katarina J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
15 years of experience
Osprey, FL, 34229

“I cannot recommend Katarina enough. Teddy unexpectedly developed GI issues that required a strict diet and extra care, and Katarina handled everything with such patience and professionalism. She kept us updated constantly, giving us total peace of mind. We are so grateful for the extra effort she put in during a difficult situation—she is a true 'dog person' and a total lifesaver. Highly recommend! Thank you for taking such wonderful care of our boy!”

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Kelli O.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34241

“Kelli is our favorite sitter. She plays with our Sheltie and sends photos and lets us know when an issues comes up, like when we did not provide enough food. We quickly resolved that and were happy to know Kelli was not just watching our dog but playing with her and making sure she had what she needed and was happy. Couldn't be more pleased.”

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Payton L.
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$45
per night
10 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34232

About: I’ve always had such a soft spot for animals! I’m naturally loving, patient, and nurturing. I know how much pets mean to their families, and I would treat yours just like my own! I want you to feel at ease knowing your fur baby is getting all the love, attention, and care they deserve! I work from 9-5 on Mondays and Thursdays. 12-6 on tuesdays and Wednesdays. I’m available on the weekends and any day before and after work! Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities! I provide a loving, attentive environment while respecting each pet’s unique needs and daily routines. My goal is to give you peace of mind knowing your pet is safe, happy, and well cared for while you’re away.

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Patricia F.
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$70
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34231

“I got lots of picture updates while I was gone. Patricia and Alex took amazing care of my high energy pitbull! He came home and was exhausted which is always a good sign! We will be rebooking!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly R.
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Kelly R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Laurel Park, Sarasota, FL, 34236

“Kelly was awesome. Incredibly responsive, loving rotated Calvin, and sent lots of pictures. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Arianna S.
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Arianna S.
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$55
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Downtown, Sarasota, FL, 34237

About: I have always had a dog in my life since I was born but my caretaking journey started when a little corgi entered into my world. She was an escape artist, food fiend, she couldn’t be left for too long and she battled anxiety her whole life, but she brought me the most joy. She taught me attentiveness, and limitless love. She recently crossed the rainbow bridge so I have been missing the presence of my fury friend but am excited to hang out with doggies again!!! Skills include: puppy care, senior care, special needs. During the school year, I am a grad student and my weekends are usually free. I have class 9-5:30pm tue-fri with a 2 hour break 12-2pm everyday. Mondays are always free. I appreciate a list of instructions specifically stating your pets schedule and needs. The more detailed the better:) I love to take videos and pictures to keep you updated through the process. I know how important it is to have peace of mind when leaving your baby with a stranger.

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Julia R.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Baychester, Nokomis, FL, 34275

“Julia was such a great host on short notice. She was really able to help us out and our older dog was able to rest comfortably, and get some daily play. thanks again!”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gulf Gate Estates is $50

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Crystal we absolutely amazing! I couldn’t ask for a better experience for our pup!!! Thank you so much crystal!

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Emily D.
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My dog was so happy when I picked him up and had a great week. Kari and Eric are great communicators and dog parents!

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Diane K.
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Thanks for looking after "the kids". Getting the daily photos/videos was especially nice while recuperating in the hospital. Much appreciated.

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Michael B.
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Stephany took excellent care of my sweet Shana. I had a family emergency and she was available at the last minute!

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Madge P.
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Christyn and her girls took such great care of Hatch! They treated him like part of their family and he played so hard with her pup, Meli, that he slept for days when he got home. We knew Hatch was in good hands while we were away and I'm pretty sure he wants us to go away again soon so he can go back. Thanks, Christyn!

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Wendy O.
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Leslie is the ONLY person we will use for our pups. She is fantastic and treats our dogs as her own!

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Cindy B.
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I want to write about how wonderful Leslie was with our dog and our family. This has been our first time leaving our dog with someone else. We were nervous because there were more dogs around, she made us feel very conformable and kept us well informed. She gave me so many tips about how to take care our dogs anxiety and myself around other dogs on a daily basis. Rocco stayed w her x 5 days, she sent us pictures everyday. We were able to have our vac stress free, I will definitely book her again in the future. Thank you Leslie

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Elizabeth C.
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Tiffany was amazing with my two boys (both large labs)! It was my first time boarding my 1-year-old puppy, and I was a little worried about how he would be with someone new. He had the best time with Tiffany. My mind was at ease knowing both boys were being well cared for. Tiffany sent pictures and updates to let me know how they were doing, which was so comforting. Will definitely be looking to use Tiffany next time I come to town - she is the best!! Cannot say enough wonderful things :)

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Samantha H.
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Nathalie is an excellent dog sitter. We boarded our puggle Marley for six days, and she was easy to communicate with. She genuinely cares about her dogs and sends us daily photos of Marley. I highly recommend her and will definitely use her again for a three-week period we have planned in the near future.

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Gunilla I.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I got lots of picture updates while I was gone. Patricia and Alex took amazing care of my high energy pitbull! He came home and was exhausted which is always a good sign! We will be rebooking!

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Alyssa C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Stephanie was great with our dog. She sent pics and gave updates which made us feel comfortable knowing our dog was in great hands.

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Stephanie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We are all super happy with Jackie -- she is clearly very caring and wonderful with pets! Riley ran to her at drop-off which is very unusual for her! I love knowing that our pup is so well cared for and got lots of snuggles! HIGHLY recommend.

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Deborah O.
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I boarded my puppy with Samantha for four days while I was out of town, and could not recommend her more! She has extensive dog care experience and sent regular updates and photos. Kaz was very happy to spend time with her. I would absolutely book with her again.

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Jordan S.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Gulf Gate Estates is $39 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $52 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.

As of November 2026, there are 859 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Gulf Gate Estates. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

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.

96% of sitters in Gulf Gate Estates can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Gulf Gate Estates 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 Gulf Gate Estates.

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Gulf Gate Estates. On Rover:

  • 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Gulf Gate Estates 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 FL 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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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