Dog Boarding Gulf Shores
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“I always hate to give away my best kept secret. However, Jacob is my dog’s most favorite pet sitter. She is an 11 year-old lab border collie mix. So of course I’ve had her for a very long time and I know her very well. She is super well taken care of at Jacob’s. Talk about peace of mind…”
“Terrine was absolutely amazing. This was our first time using this service . She made the experience extremely comfortable. Great communication. We will definitely use her again.”
“Belinda was great with our two pups, handled all the intricacies and their needs with ease. The next time we’re in the area and need to board she will be our first call. Thank you!!”
“Bruno had a great experience staying with Michael. He allowed us to come meet him and his dogs prior to the scheduled boarding. He also provided photos and a video while we were out of town. Highly recommend Michael!”
“Susan and her family are so wonderful! This is the second time we’ve used her, and I would recommend her to anyone. She takes such great care of indie and treats her like her own. She sends pics and videos which we love! She puts up with Indies puppy ( 5 months old) shenanigans 😉 We moved about 30 minutes away from her, but I will Definitely continue to use her… the drive is worth the piece of mind!”
“We used Jana while we were in town for a wedding. She was great with our pup and did an awesome job of updating us on how he was doing throughout the weekend. Will definitely use her again next time we visit!”
“Taylor is amazing! She and her family welcomed my kitties, Lucius and Bella, into their home with welcome arms. It was a stressful week as we made settlement on our new home, but one thing I did not need to worry about was my cats as I knew they were well cared for by Taylor.”
“Kenny and Olga were fantastic! They had great communication, were super friendly and have a lovely, clean, safe home. I felt like Buster was very well taken care of. I would highly recommend and will be using them again in the future 😊”
“Wow! Kristin did an amazing job watching our high energy dogs! It's hard to find a person with such great expertise, love and care especially with our young puppy. Both of our dogs really enjoyed their stay and she is totally trustworthy and reliable. She really goes the extra mile in caring for dogs. I hope to book again with her in the future!”
“The Johnsons were great. We got pictures and updates everyday. They treated Millie just like she was their own baby. They have a beautiful home and yard for rest and play. We had to reschedule a couple of times, and they were accommodating. We would use them again.”
“Corey is great. He met me with my dog so we were both comfortable. Quick communications from the start thru the stay. He sent me pics of playing pups just make sure we knew all was well. 100% plan to use him again. Thanks Corey”
“These are the best dog sitters you will find! They are always sending you tons of great pics and updates about your pup and you can tell they really love taking care of your furry family member. They provide a great home environment for pups. Will definitely use them again when I’m back in the area and would highly recommend them to anyone needing a dog sitter.”
“Elaine was so great to my baby, Layla. I've never felt more comfortable about her staying with someone. She sent pictures throughout the trip which was great to show us that Layla was having just as good of a vacation as we were. I will be recommending Ms. Elaine to all of my friends traveling to her area. We will probably be choosing Pensecola/Orange Beach for our next beach trip just because of her.”
About: I’ve always had a special place in my heart for animals. I have a love for big and small! Ever since I was 11 years old and received my very own fur baby our house has never been empty of one. We treat our animals like they are family and I will care for yours the same way! I an a SAHM so I am mostly free! Just have to pick up our son from school around 2:30 in the afternoons but other than that I am available! We just recently lost our 9 year old German shepherd so I know and am comfortable with senior dogs! We now just have our Siberian husky Myia who is our old lady lol I will take care of your animals with love as I do with mine and also play with them!
“This is the second time my dogs stayed with Lindsey and we have nothing but great things to say! Always well taken care of with plenty of pictures to show! Thank you for being so sweet to my pups!!”
“We took our fur baby Molly to stay with Cheryl. Cheryl was awesome! She was very loving toward Molly. Her and her husband Cliff took good care of Molly and sent me several pics throughout her stay. She was always quick to answer texts when I wanted to see how she was doing. I would definitely recommend Cheryl to anyone needing a pet sitter!”
“I can’t say enough about Natalie and her family. They go above and beyond every time our dog is in their care. We are blessed to have found such a loving family for our pet.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gulf Shores is $40
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Gulf Shores on Rover is $33 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $29 and $38 per night. 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 October 2026, there are 226 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Gulf Shores. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
100% of sitters in Gulf Shores 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 Shores 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 Shores.
<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 Gulf Shores 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 AL 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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