Dog Boarding in Heartside, Grand Rapids, MI
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“Thanks again for watching our dogs! They get so excited to go to your house and always get so much love and attention! Thank you both for being so amazing and loving on our dogs like they were your own.”
“Tim was so good with Duckie! he kept us updated with pictures and letting us know what Duckie was up to! Tim took him on plenty of walks which our puppy loved. Duckie also had a great time with his new friend Gabby! I would definitely recommend Tim, he was great!”
“Lauren was absolutely amazing with my 16-year-old Chihuahua, Ralph! This was his first time staying with a sitter instead of family or friends, and I couldn’t be happier with how it went. She kept me updated throughout the day with messages and photos, which really put my mind at ease. Ralph did great—even around her two much larger dogs, which was such a relief! Lauren created a calm, safe environment, and her communication was top-notch. I’m so grateful for the care she gave him and would 100% book with her again. Highly recommend!”
“I highly recommend Linda. My dog came home happy after a three day stay. I appreciated the great pictures and updates that were sent to me. Also Linda is very prompt with replying to messages sent. I definitely will be using Linda again!”
“Katherine was excellent with our black lab! Even with a fairly short notice, she and her family welcomed her and took great care of her over the weekend. Would book again!”
“Sam kept Appa very happy. She sent pictures to show he was doing well. Immediately when we got out of the car, she engaged with Appa and it was obvious this would be a good place for him to stay. I would strongly recommend Sam and if I have a future need I hope she will be available.”
“Chip LOVED his stay with Felix. He came home truly tuckered out after a weekend of fun, and even learned to bring the ball back with fetch. I asked Felix if he wanted Chip’s travel crate and he said “where I go, Chip goes” which honestly gave me such peace of mind being my first time leaving him. It’s clear that Felix loves dogs, and I knew my Chip man was in great hands. We will definitely be seeing Felix again!!”
“Leslie was fantastic and is Taco’s new best friend. She was responsive and provided frequent, fun updates. She was also flexible on pickup and drop off times and worked to accommodate our schedule. We highly recommend her!”
“Pam has been the best dog sitter I have ever had my pup stay with. My little guy gets to spend his day romping and playing with Pam’s dogs and he always looks like he is having the best time in all of the update pictures and videos Pam sends. I am able to comfortably travel without having to worry about the safety or happiness of my fur baby when he stays with Pam! I will absolutely be bringing him back anytime I have to travel!”
“This was Molly's second time at Jenn's house and she loved it again. She got excited when we pulled into the driveway and it put us at ease knowing our girl was so well taken care of.”
“Sarah was absolutely fantastic! She patiently took the time to understand my concerns, expectations, and my dog's needs. She is personable, communicative, and seeks to do the best to take care of your pet. She took EXCELLENT care of my dog! She was able to manage his separation anxiety and even got him to eat his dog food! (Typically, when I am away he will eat only his treats, rarely eating his food.) Sarah will take exceptional care of your pet and treat them as if they are a part of her family. I would hire her again, hands down!”
“Marina did a wonderful job caring for our dog. I feel like extra steps were taken to ensure she was comfortable, eating and sleeping well. Additionally, we received daily updates on the status, activity levels and pictures. We simply could not ask for a better caretaker while we travel.”
About: I’ve had a dog growing up my whole life, I’ve never been bit by a dog or have ever had a negative experience with a dog. I understand that while it is a major part of your family it is still an animal no matter what. I’m not going treat it like a fur baby cuddle toy. They will be loved and cared for. My word. Not working right now, would love to help out during the day and during the week. I am more than happy to accommodate certain times and dates for an agreed amount. My studio apartment is small, I live on a first floor apartment with only one set of stairs to the exit. Also an elevator to the base floor is available without requiring need for steps if necessary.
“Very friendly and has two other adorable dogs that kept mine company. Abby gave updates pictures and stayed in communication the whole time. Would definitely book with Abby again.”
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Terry S.Star Sitter
“Thanks again for watching our dogs! They get so excited to go to your house and always get so much love and attention! Thank you both for being so amazing and loving on our dogs like they were your own.”
Timothy K.Star Sitter
“Tim was so good with Duckie! he kept us updated with pictures and letting us know what Duckie was up to! Tim took him on plenty of walks which our puppy loved. Duckie also had a great time with his new friend Gabby! I would definitely recommend Tim, he was great!”
Ru D.Star Sitter
“My Malibu was so well taken care of during her stay with Ru! My vacation was stress free knowing that my girl was so happy. I would book her again in a heartbeat!”
Chad S.
“Chad is awesome with our dog, Canela. He sends frequent updates and responds to messages quickly. He also is organized and clearly takes the job seriously. Thanks, Chad!”
Lauren B.
“Lauren was absolutely amazing with my 16-year-old Chihuahua, Ralph! This was his first time staying with a sitter instead of family or friends, and I couldn’t be happier with how it went. She kept me updated throughout the day with messages and photos, which really put my mind at ease. Ralph did great—even around her two much larger dogs, which was such a relief! Lauren created a calm, safe environment, and her communication was top-notch. I’m so grateful for the care she gave him and would 100% book with her again. Highly recommend!”
Linda C.Star Sitter
“I highly recommend Linda. My dog came home happy after a three day stay. I appreciated the great pictures and updates that were sent to me. Also Linda is very prompt with replying to messages sent. I definitely will be using Linda again!”
Katherine O.
“Katherine was excellent with our black lab! Even with a fairly short notice, she and her family welcomed her and took great care of her over the weekend. Would book again!”
Christina & Michael O.
“Ziggy was happy and received great care!”
Samantha M.
“Sam kept Appa very happy. She sent pictures to show he was doing well. Immediately when we got out of the car, she engaged with Appa and it was obvious this would be a good place for him to stay. I would strongly recommend Sam and if I have a future need I hope she will be available.”
Felix J.Star Sitter
“Chip LOVED his stay with Felix. He came home truly tuckered out after a weekend of fun, and even learned to bring the ball back with fetch. I asked Felix if he wanted Chip’s travel crate and he said “where I go, Chip goes” which honestly gave me such peace of mind being my first time leaving him. It’s clear that Felix loves dogs, and I knew my Chip man was in great hands. We will definitely be seeing Felix again!!”
Leslie T.
“Leslie was fantastic and is Taco’s new best friend. She was responsive and provided frequent, fun updates. She was also flexible on pickup and drop off times and worked to accommodate our schedule. We highly recommend her!”
Melvin B.
“Melvin was great. He and his partner Sean took such good care of our guy!”
Pam P.Star Sitter
“Pam has been the best dog sitter I have ever had my pup stay with. My little guy gets to spend his day romping and playing with Pam’s dogs and he always looks like he is having the best time in all of the update pictures and videos Pam sends. I am able to comfortably travel without having to worry about the safety or happiness of my fur baby when he stays with Pam! I will absolutely be bringing him back anytime I have to travel!”
Jenn V.Star Sitter
“This was Molly's second time at Jenn's house and she loved it again. She got excited when we pulled into the driveway and it put us at ease knowing our girl was so well taken care of.”
Derek K.
“Derek did a great job of caring for Wash while we were away for the weekend. I loved getting the video up dates of all the fun he had playing in the yard!”
Sarah F.
“Sarah was absolutely fantastic! She patiently took the time to understand my concerns, expectations, and my dog's needs. She is personable, communicative, and seeks to do the best to take care of your pet. She took EXCELLENT care of my dog! She was able to manage his separation anxiety and even got him to eat his dog food! (Typically, when I am away he will eat only his treats, rarely eating his food.) Sarah will take exceptional care of your pet and treat them as if they are a part of her family. I would hire her again, hands down!”
Gabrielle M.
“Wonderful as always”
Marina H.
“Marina did a wonderful job caring for our dog. I feel like extra steps were taken to ensure she was comfortable, eating and sleeping well. Additionally, we received daily updates on the status, activity levels and pictures. We simply could not ask for a better caretaker while we travel.”
Joshua S.
“He is very caring and good with animals. I've never known him to mistreat any animals or pets and he is considerate of their needs.”
Abby S.Star Sitter
“Very friendly and has two other adorable dogs that kept mine company. Abby gave updates pictures and stayed in communication the whole time. Would definitely book with Abby again.”
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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Heartside.
Rover makes it easy to find Heartside 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
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