Dog Boarding in Howard City, MI
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1. Sabrina H.
“I could not have asked for a better sitter. Sabrina was in constant contact and sent pictures and videos every day that she had Grace. She got to know dog and adjusted her care accordingly. I highly recommend Sabrina as a pet sitter.”
2. Michelle M.
“Michelle and her wonderful family wholly welcomed my dog Skye and made her feel so welcome at their beautiful property. She's a bit of a nervous girl, and Michelle was very in tune with her moods and needs. She was gently introduced to Michelle's dogs one at a time, and even got to sleep in a bed with a family member. Not only was Skye reassured and happy, I was too!”
3. Iris R.
“Iris and her family went above and beyond caring for our puppy! 10/10 Would recommend to anyone looking for excellent care and communication.”
4. Matt T.
“Absolutely amazing, he took great care of the dogs and updated us regularly. Any questions were easily answered and any problems we were immediately notified. Would definitely recommend him as a sitter.”
5. Todd G.
“Great couple and beautiful pets of their own. I was very comfortable leaving scarlette with them. Thank you guys! 100/100 will use them again.”
6. Reyna Z.
“We have used Rover a couple of times and Reyna was the best!! She gave so many updates and pictures, which made the separation easier!! It’s obvious how much she cares for the dogs she boards. Highly recommend her!!”
7. Grant S.
“Awesome to work with and always enthusiastic about watching my husky pup. They were flexible and took his needs into consideration and gave me updates frequently. Would book with them again and do highly recommend to others!”
8. Brooke M.
“I’m happy to have found Brooke to watch our pup for the weekend. She was extremely communicative and friendly. I appreciated the photos and videos she shared of our dog on walks and enjoying her stay. We’ll definitely consider using Brooke again in the future!”
9. Linda C.
“Linda was amazing. She sent daily updates with pictures of the dogs. The updates made us feel comfortable knowing the dogs were doing so well. We will definately use Linda again in the future for our dog sitting needs!”
10. Dan G.
“Dan gave lots of feedback and sent pictures while Petoskey was there. Him and his wife do a real good job as my dog is a nervous Nelly and he did just fine while I was away.”
11. Ru D.
“Ru watched our dog—Bailey—for us while we went on a trip abroad for a week and a half and she was amazing! She updated us and sent pictures of Bailey to us regularly, which made us never worry about if Bailey was doing okay. Ru was also very flexible in extending Bailey’s stay with her by a few hours when our flight back home was unexpectedly canceled. Overall, I highly recommend Ru to watch your companion animals—she’s wonderful!”
12. Katelyn W.
“Katelyn, I want to thank you for watching Tank for a couple of days over Thanksgiving. I traveled to Michigan from out of State and I normally have much difficulty finding anyone on Rover to watch my dog because most people don’t like to watch large breed dogs. You were willing to watch him on a holiday and you were also excited for the opportunity for him to stay in your home for a couple of days. I’m especially thankful that you spoiled my dog rotten and loved my dog as if he was yours. I could tell once I picked my dog up he was extremely happy with his stay at your house. Hopefully when I travel back to Michigan I can have Katelyn watch over my dog again.”
13. Paige & Matthew H.
“Timmy was returned to me after a week of care in great shape, he is a rescue dog with anxiety separation. It was a good lesson for him to see that I am not the only dog lover on earth. I was glad to have the opportunity to help facilitate the experience by bringing him to Paige. She cared for him as if he was her own dog.”
14. Eileen N.
About: People’s pets are family, and they should be taken care of accordingly! I’ll give updates during each service so you know your pet is taken care of properly. Drop ins - I’ll sit and play with your animal for the allotted time to make sure they aren’t lonely all day, because who likes that? Will send an update with a picture if you’d like. Walking - will walk down any trail that is close by, take the scenic route. If roads can be avoided they will be. No animals should be near roads as it could be dangerous. Will send pictures with updates of how much your pet is loving their walk. Sitting/Boarding - Finding a pet sitter is stressful, I am here to make it easy. If you would like to board your pet with me I would more than happy to take care of them. We have a dog ourselves and he is the sweetest! Will take special requests as well during the services! I’ll love your pet while you are away. I do work full time in an office 9-5pm. Allowing for plenty of time after work or on the weekends to spend with your pet. We live on a farm with plenty of space for your pet to play and explore under our supervision. We have 2 other dogs that get along great with other dogs and will keep your pet company!
15. Chelsie G.
“Chelsie is an amazing cat sitter and took great care of our kitty cinder while we were gone on family trip. Chelsie took lots of pictures and gave us updates frequently. Great communication and care for our pet!”
16. Amanda & Philip G.
“Amanda and Philip were amazing!! Kept me very informed on how my dog was doing and sent lots of pictures! Great sitters, would use again no question. Thanks for everything!!”
17. Jenny H.
“Jenny was great, from the initial meet & greet to the end of Shiloh’s stay. She sent updates, pictures and videos which I really appreciated as this was Shiloh’s first sitter experience:) Would definitely recommend and schedule with her again!!”
18. Caroline K.
“Our dogs loved their week with Caroline and her sweet dog Gator. I was a little worried about our blue heeler adjusting because of his anxiety, but Caroline is definitely a pro. She took such good care of our boys and I would definitely book with her again in the future. She sent pics and updates daily too. Highly recommend!”
19. Tatyana W.
“Lulu vacationed with Tatyana for a week while we vacationed in the sunshine. It was her first time away from home. Tatyana took the time to acclimate us to her home and her pup the week before we left. Lulu enjoyed being with Tatyana's puppy and from the pictures we received every day, she had a great time with her new puppy pal and other family members as well. Daily texts, pics and short videos assured us that Lulu was in good hands- So glad we found an alternative to a boarding kennel.”
20. Yolanda F.
“Excellent caretaker for our pet. Our dog really enjoyed playing with Yolanda's puppy, and tracking down all the scents on their homestead farm.”
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As of Mar 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Howard City is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Howard City dog boarding rates can be found as low as $28 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Mar 2025, 125 sitters provided dog boarding in Howard City. 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, 86% of Howard City dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Howard City have an average of 18 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Howard City.
Rover makes it easy to find Howard City 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 125 dog boarding sitters in Howard City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Howard City, 79% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
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