Dog Boarding Howes Cave
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“This lady and her husband are the best kept secret of Rover! My dog has typically refused to eat for the first day or two of boarding, but with Sue, she ate the first night, her tail was high and wagging! She was a happy little camper. I would recommend Sue, without any reservations. She truly cares for her boarded dogs- they do know who loves them. She will always be our first choice!!”
“We were very happy with Mike and Amy, they took great care of our girl Luna. Luna got along well with their dog Bear, and had a great time with him. Luna felt right at home there. Mike sent plenty of updates with pictures which was nice.”
“Gillian is simply the best—so knowledgeable, so flexible, so communicative. We felt like our pup was so loved and well-cared for while she boarded with Gillian. Will definitely book again!”
“I booked with Natt for a last minute thanksgiving trip and I’m glad I was able to have her watch my dog Coco for me while I was gone. The communication from start to end was great all the daily updates on my dog and the picture mail was amazing my dog was well taken care of I appreciate and thank you for everything. I will be booking again in the future.”
“It was a big deal for us to leave our 8 month old puppy with a sitter, but we knew after her daytime ventures that Marcie would be just fine. Mikayla communicated with us, and provided pictures. We highly recommend her!”
“Samantha and her partner Zachary took fabulous care of our two dogs for three days. They are both high energy young dogs, one 7 months and one 13 months old and we were worried that they were going to be a problem. They love each other, romping like crazy with each other indoors and out and Samantha and Zach had no problem dealing with them. When we went to pick them up, it was obvious that both dogs really liked their caregivers. What more can one hope for in someone taking care of their dogs? We will be using them again when we are back in the Albany area. Thank you, Samantha and Zachary! Clifford and Ann Wagner”
“I’m very satisfied with Kathleen's service. She cared for my puppy excellently. This was my first experience, and I am glad my Simba found a caring home while I’m away. I travel for work and feel confident I can rely on her in the future. Thank you! Roya Ross”
“Our pup enjoys staying with Tiffany! We especially love knowing that our pup has access to a big yard to run and play during the day, and a cozy place to lay her head at night ❤️ Thanks again Tiffany!”
“Mu loved his stay with Brad and Mery! I received many cute photos and sweet texts while I was away, which warmed my heart and made it so I could relax and enjoy my time away knowing my boy was being cared for like their own. They have a beautiful home and fenced in backyard that truly is like a doggy oasis (a human one too lol). They all bonded right away and it truly was just too cute. It was the first time I had ever left my dog with anyone besides family, safe to say I will choose Brad and Mery again and again and again. They are like angels and so amazing at what they do.”
“Anthony and Jane were fantastic. Great communicators, really nice setup on their property with tons of space and a fenced yard. My dog got along well with theirs. Will definitely book again.”
“Bob was awesome! I love the fact that my dogs stay in his home and are allowed on the couch as well as walked multiple times / day. Bob and his wife Deb are so accommodating and really take good care of the dogs. He also sent pictures of my girls and responded promptly when I texted. I will definitely use him again!”
“Jonathan was great while sitting our Cooper! He accepted our last minute reservation when another sitter left us without someone to take care of him the night before our trip. Jonathan’s dog, Oreo, was a sweetheart and kept Cooper company the whole time. Thank you Jonathan and Oreo!!!”
“We are so glad we found Brigid. Our dog, Roscoe, was comfortable with her right away when we had our meet-and-greet. Brigid asked good questions and took notes. She and her house are well-suited for a little dog visitor. She has a nice, fenced-in yard. Her couch is a cozy spot for napping, snuggling and looking out the window. Brigid stayed in touch with us leading up to our trip and while we were away. It was so fun for us to hear and see pictures of how Brigid and Roscoe were spending their time. I felt that they had developed a special bond and I can't wait to book Brigid again. I think Roscoe feels the same way.”
“Kimberly was so kind to take Toby my 19-lb Havenese dog very last minute! I have a bad wrist fracture and was not able to take care of him properly. She took such great care of him with only hours’ notice. I will definitely use her services again!”
“We had a wonderful experience with Jennifer and couldn’t have felt better about leaving Moose and Maggie in her care. From our initial meet-and-greet through the entire stay, Jennifer was warm, attentive, communicative, and genuinely invested in making sure both dogs were happy and well cared for. Moose is a senior Great Pyrenees with some mobility limitations and additional care needs, and Jennifer went above and beyond for him. She was patient and compassionate, adapted walks and activities to what he was comfortably able to do, helped him when he needed assistance, stayed on top of his medications, and made sure he was comfortable and included. At the same time, she made sure Maggie received just as much individual attention and plenty of activity suited to her energy level. Jennifer sent frequent updates and so many wonderful photos throughout their stay, which we really appreciated. Her mom was also wonderful with the dogs, and it was clear that Moose and Maggie received so much attention and affection while they were there. Jennifer was also incredibly flexible and accommodating throughout the stay, which made everything much easier for us. We’re extremely grateful for the care they received and would absolutely trust Jennifer with them again. I know Moose and Maggie will be very happy when they realize they’re headed back for another stay!”
“This was our first time ever leaving our two year old boxer overnight and we were super nervous. Anna is super kind, calm, and we felt very confident leaving our dog after meeting her. We got updates and photos despite it being a major holiday (thanksgiving) and it meant a lot that she took the time to give us peace of mind with updates. Picked up the dog happy and we will definitely be repeat clients!”
“Cansu watched our puppy Winston for a week while we were out of town and made him feel right at home! It was our first time leaving him and she made me feel very comfortable sending us videos and pictures daily! He got along well with their dogs and loves running around in their huge fenced in yard! Thank you again Cansu!”
“Daniel was amazing with our dog! I could not have asked for a better caregiver. Daniel updated both of us every day multiple times per day with pictures and how our dog was doing. I highly recommend Daniel for your dog care needs!! He is wonderful.”
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The first day was a little challenging, as my Isabella was a bit sassy to the other dogs and needed some time to adjust. By that evening, she was doing great! Sue knew exactly how to handle the situation and helped her settle in and feel comfortable. I really appreciated her patience and experience.
We felt like we were leaving Josie with a family member. Sue was warm and welcoming. Her home was clean, safe and pet friendly. She sent text messages and videos to ensure us that Josie was okay. Josie developed an irritation to her eye. Sue contacted us repeatedly to let us know. She was genuinely concerned. The condition worsened and she took her to the vet for us. She kept us informed. Josie had somehow abraded her eye. She had been very aggressive with her rope toy so she may have hurt it that way. At no time were we concerned with her care or safety. Sue gave all of the special meds even though it required her to get up in the night to give them to her. Sue was so devastated that Josie was injured. She and her husband were so very loving and caring to our baby Josie. She has continued to text to check on her recovery. She says the Josie won over their hearts. Sue won over our hearts. We will always have Sue care for Josie if we are away. Thank you Sue!!!!!
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
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.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Howes Cave 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 Howes Cave.
<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 Howes Cave 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 NY 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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