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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly & Maurice G.
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Kelly & Maurice G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 384 reviews
117 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774

“Kelly and Maurice were great. They sent lots of pictures and videos. Their house was clean and organized for the pets. I would definately use them again.”

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Lisa A.
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Shuling J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 212 reviews
91 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Annapolis, MD, 21401

“Highly recommend! Gave me peace of mind and a safe space for Leo to roam. Had other small dogs for Leo to interact with and took great care of my baby!”

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Mary A.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 190 reviews
49 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772

“We had a wonderful experience with Mary. My dog struggles with separation anxiety, so leaving her can be stressful, but she was in incredibly capable and compassionate hands. From the start, it was clear that she genuinely cares about the dogs she boards and takes the time to understand their individual needs. She was patient, attentive, and proactive in making sure my dog felt comfortable and secure. I received updates that gave me peace of mind, and it was obvious my dog was being well cared for. When I picked her up, she was calm, happy, and clearly had been treated with kindness. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. We will definitely be booking with her again.”

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Chelsea C.
Sitter Profile Image: Aaron & Tia M.
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Aaron & Tia M.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
18 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Clinton, MD, 20735

“Since I travel often with Owner of Vacation Envy International, as her Assistant with travel groups; this was Bella's 4th stay since July. She will be back again next month as well. Aaron and Tia take amazing care of Bella and she loves her time there. She doesn't even say goodbye to me when I drop her off. Lol. The best part is that she comes home exhausted and will sleep for a day or two. HA.”

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Tiffany A.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah & Peter L.
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Sarah & Peter L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Annapolis, MD, 21401

“We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! They welcomed our pup for a last-minute weekend stay and gave him such a comfortable, happy place to settle in. Their dog was a wonderful playmate, and the frequent updates and lots of photos made it easy to relax knowing he was having a great time. They were communicative throughout and incredibly accommodating as our schedule kept changing. We’re so grateful for the care and flexibility, and would happily book with them again. Highly recommend!”

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Natalie K.
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Lisa C.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 90 reviews
39 repeat clients
37 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774

“Rahki had a great time with Lisa. She made sure he was well fed and received cuddles while he was with her. I received several photos and a video, which were very appreciated. I recommend Lisa and would use her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Tyler G.
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Tyler G.
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$30
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Shady Side, MD, 20764

“Lovely couple with a baby and a toddler. Buffy had to warm up to Parker, their German Shepherd but I hear it went well. Tyler and wife watched Buffy on a holiday, July 4th. They were very gracious when I requested an itinerary change. I felt like they were really attuned to Buff-dog. Will definitely ask again for their assistance.Highly recommend.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lori W.
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Lori W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 80 reviews
31 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Chesapeake Beach, MD, 20732

“Lori was awesome! I will definitely rebook with her again. I received regular update text, photos, and videos. While my family was away on vacation our Dior had a doggie vacation of her own with Lori as they visited doggie parks and even went to the beach!!! Thank you Lori for taking such great care of Dior!”

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Kisha L.
Sitter Profile Image: Beth H.
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Beth H.
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$68
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 59 reviews
18 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Edgewater, MD, 21037

“Beth is excellent! She put my mind at ease. I felt extremely comfortable with my fur baby in her care. She kept me informed and even provided pictures! I will definitely reach out with future needs!”

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James B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
30 years of experience
Annapolis, MD, 21403

“James was great!! Very responsive and sent updates, photos and videos of Lewy. Would definitely recommend him. Lewy came back tired and happy.”

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Mary-Sean and Blake W.
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Marla C.
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$45
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4.6 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
District Heights, MD, 20747

“Marla was great! Bella seemed very happy when I picked her up, and I could tell Bella liked Marla and her chihuahua right away during drop off. Booking again!”

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Ashley S.
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Carlie H.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 82 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Severna Park, MD, 21146

“Carlie took such wonderful care of our 11 year old Golden. She and her children spoiled him with all kinds of love and attention. I felt very comfortable leaving him while we were on a week long vacation.”

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Carolyn R.
Sitter Profile Image: Renea W.
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Renea W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bowie, MD, 20716

“I had a wonderful experience with Renea boarding my dog, Gucci! Renea made Gucci feel right at home and kept me updated with adorable pictures, which gave me so much peace of mind. Gucci has a very particular diet, and Renea followed it carefully and attentively. I could tell Gucci was happy and well cared for the entire time. I highly recommend Renea to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving dog boarder!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lindsay H.
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Lindsay H.
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$52
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 43 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772

“WE WERE TURNED AWAY BY SOOOO MANY SITTERS... I checked the schedule of every sitter before making contact to ensure that they were available. I made contact with at least 10 sitters and got "I'm out of town" or no response at all. The issue was my dog was asked not to return to a commercial kennel "Muddy Paws." There was no violence or aggressive behavior, just anxiety shown by barking, howling, tipping food, and water. But all of this is in Ash's bio, and finally, someone was real enough to tell me. "After reading your dogs bio, I don't feel comfortable with him." So I gave up and started to cancel a much needed family vacation. Then I got a small sign and tried Lindsay. She was the only one who asked, "What happened at Muddy Paws?". From there, we exchanged texts, and she asked if we could have a meet and greet that day. We had a wonderful meet and greet, and she took Ash for our vacation. And from there, we were thoroughly impressed. We got pictures, videos, and text messages. My wife actually got a little jealous due to how comfortable Ash looked and smiled in every picture. Plus, he found a new best friend in her dog, Remi. Now, if you are curious to know how Ash did, I highly recommend you ask Lindsay. She even went as far as to write something the other sitters could read that would educate them on Ash's behavior. And we appreciate that so much. BUT AS LONG AS LINDSAY IS A SITTER, ASH DOES NOT HAVE ANY OTHER SITTERS. THANKS YOU, Lindsay, from the entire Jones family.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alder & Kathy M.
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Alder & Kathy M.
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$52
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lanham, MD, 20706

“This lovely couple is my fur baby’s preferred boarder. He’s stayed with them now more than 3x and when I use this app, I always rebook with them. They are kind, share updates and have a clean and safe home. My little guy - typically shy - is excited when he stays with them. 5 out 5 stars”

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Sitter Profile Image: Hester D.
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Hester D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
2 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Pasadena, MD, 21122

“Hester is great. Very good communication. Follows up quickly. Keeps me in the loop during my dogs stay. And I usually get a tired and happy dog after the stay. Very happy I found Hester!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Richard & Anny M.
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Richard & Anny M.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
12 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Odenton, MD, 21113

“Rich and Anny took great care of my dog, Dot, for a week. They have a great set up for taking care of multiple animals so that each one can get plenty of attention.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley B.
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Ashley B.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 53 reviews
29 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772

“Omg! Let me start by saying thanks Ashley I really appreciate her taking my pup gabriella she and her family did an amazing job with her. I would recommend her in a heartbeat. She was very transparent and extremely professional ? you want a sitter that genuinely care about dogs she's definitely the one to reach out too! You can certainly rely on her her work ethic and extreme passion for dogs definitely shows from the time you drop your dog off til the time you pick them up I will definitely positively use her again with out a doubt? again thanks so much Ashley to you and your son's. I really appreciated your time and the assurance that gabriella would be fine? definitely will use you again it was like a home away from home. Her rates are extremely reasonable.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jeff S.
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Jeff S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 250 reviews
83 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Hyattsville, MD, 20781

“Jeff was great with Screech and kept in communication with us sending pics and videos while we were away. He even made us a little Xmas ornament for Screech! Thanks for taking care of our buddy!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Marianne & Nicholas S.
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Marianne & Nicholas S.
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$31
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
2 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Bowie, MD, 20715

“Marianne and Nick did a great job taking care of Paris. They followed the instructions I left to the tee. Sent frequent updates with pictures. Paris was very happy and I could tell she enjoyed her time with them. Will definitely book again in the future.”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Harwood is $50

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Harwood is $34 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $31 and $37 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 October 2026, there are 6,948 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Harwood. 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.

94% of sitters in Harwood 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 Harwood home-away-from-home, 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 Harwood.

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.

You and your Harwood 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 , 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 .

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 MD 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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