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Sitter Profile Image: Mickey S.
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Mickey S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Indian Head, MD, 20640

Thank you for taking care of our little girl. It means the world to us that we know she’s in a loving home with an excellent sitter when we travel.

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Montez B.
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Gail C.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
110 reviews
46 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Annandale, VA, 22003

Having a wonderful experience with Gail! Gail gave us regular updates that brought so much peace of mind while we were away, and her flexibility with pick-up times made everything so stress-free. Our dog was well cared for and happy. We will definitely be a returning client—thank you so much!

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Mary B.
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$31
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4.9 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
7 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22191

Mary was great watching our 10-year old Cavashon! She has a wonderful space for dogs, and her back yard is fantastic! She loves dogs and is a very kind person.

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Kari A.
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Rebeca & Roman C.
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$43
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5.0 out of 5 stars
787 reviews
257 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22192

Rebeca provided excellent care to my Frankie. My pup had a bit of a bug while staying with her, and kept me informed about how she was doing and even made her some chicken and rice to ease her stomach. I will definitely book Rebeca again.

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Sabine C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
21 repeat clients
42 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22192

Sabine is awesome! She took really good care of my pup and kept me updated on how he was doing. She was friendly, flexible with drop off and pick up times, sent lots of pictures, and treated Rambo like her own. I would definitely recommend Sabine!

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David R.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
367 reviews
152 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Burke, VA, 22015

David did a great job with my German Shepherd. He was responsive and provided updates on how my dog was doing throughout the day. I would definitely choose him again!

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Paula C.
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$33
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42 reviews
12 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22315

Paula was amazing!! She was great with updates - even including walk times and loads of cute pictures 🥰 Could not recommend her enough, will be rebooking!!

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Kimberly M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
12 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Springfield, VA, 22153

Kimberly was a great dog sitter for my dog (Luna). She sent updates daily with pictures. She was very thoughtful and a great care taker. I would define have her dog sit again.

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Tara G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
White Plains, MD, 20695

Highly recommend!! Extremely thorough and went above and beyond prior to our pup’s stay to ensure he would be comfortable in the new environment while we were out of town. Great communication as well which is ALWAYS a plus for us while we are traveling to include daily updates, and pictures. Could tell our pup had a blast and we will definitely be back again.

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Jim K.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
448 reviews
154 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Manassas, VA, 20112

Jim has been amazing every time we leave our dog in his care! Our dog is always at ease when visiting Jim and he sends us pictures every day with updates. Jim is very accommodating; our dog can be a challenge to take care of, but Jim never has a problem keeping him cared for and comfortable!

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Katie L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
105 reviews
26 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Fort belvoir, VA, 22060

Percy had a great time boarding with Katie and her family. Katie took wonderful care of him following his meds, food and walks routines, and sent us regular updates. It was so assuring to know that Percy was in caring hands with Katie and her family. Thank you Katie!

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Seyla P.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
699 reviews
46 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Indian Head, MD, 20640

Lulu had an awesome time again!!! She loves staying there. She gets lots of attention, exercise, and activities! Thanks Seyla for doing such a great job taking care of her while we were out of town.

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Beauty W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Waldorf, MD, 20603

Thank you for making my first experience with this app such a positive one! As a fairly new pet parent, I had never used this app and didn’t know what to expect. Beauty was very responsive, sent videos and updates, and I could tell my dog really loved his time there. Will absolutely book again.

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Marie D.
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Chelsea-Jo & Austin S.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
68 reviews
20 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Fort Belvoir, VA, 22060

Chelsea was wonderful with our senior dog, Nina. She sent lots of high quality photos and frequent updates. I could tell Nina was comfortable and had a great time. Highly recommend!!

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Regina B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

About: I’ve always had dogs since I was a little girl. I would love your fur baby as my own. I will take good care of your fur babies they will be in good hands I have a full-time job and I work from home so your fur baby would never be left alone. We will go on walks and I will give your fur baby all the love he or she needs The care I would give your fur baby is lots of love and attention and walks throughout the day if needed, your fur baby will be in good hands and will be loved very much

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Nancy C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
170 reviews
21 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Woodbridge, VA, 22193

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Nancy and the amazing care she provided for my dog! From the moment we met, it was clear how much she genuinely loves animals. My dog felt comfortable and happy in her care, and she went above and beyond to ensure every need was met. Her attention to detail, reliability, and warm personality truly set her apart. I am so grateful for her exceptional service and will definitely recommend her to anyone looking for top-notch care for their furry friends. Thank you, Nancy, for being so amazing!

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Cadence P.
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$24
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lorton, VA, 22079

Candace was absolutely amazing with my baby girl, Soka! 💕 She was so caring, attentive, and made me feel completely comfortable knowing Soka was in good hands.

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Mary M.
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Erwin V.
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$64
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5.0 out of 5 stars
342 reviews
81 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Pomfret, MD, 20675

Awesome people and we're amazing at keeping us updated with photos and videos! Highly recommend and will definitely be using their services again.

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Lilly M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
329 reviews
143 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lorton, VA, 22079

Sadie greatly enjoyed her stay with Lilly and family and seemed to get a lot of great attention and cuddles. I was thankful for the daily photos and updates! We'll be repeat customers for sure.

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Robyn J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
White Plains, MD, 20695

Robyn came through when I needed it! Very personable, professional and accommodating! Looking forward to establishing a long lived boarding a relationship for the very near future! ;-)

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Mr. Romero was wonderful. We were in a pinch and nervous about getting a quality dog sitter on short notice, but thankfully Mr. Romero was available. Throughout our dog Dexter’s stay, Jesus was very responsive to my messages, sending photos and videos. He was clear with procedures for drop off and pick up. Dexter was happy to be in the Romero house while we were out of town. We highly recommend!

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Michael E.
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The best dog sitter you can ask for!! Joelle made sure to send plenty of update pictures and made sure Duke had plenty of outside time.

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Cameron C.
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We love Mickey! He’s trained my dog continually and kept my dog during the weekend to get him more used to other dogs and everything has gone well! We will continue training for life! Mickey is laid back and explains everything sufficiently for my family to use tactics for our dog.

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Jessica G.
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Faith was simply fantastic! She was communicative, thorough, attentive, and assisted at all times before and throughout my dogs stay. She was my first time utilizing rover and having my dog away for an extended stay. He fit right in, appeared at ease, and was up to his normal ways. When I went to pick up my dog, he looked healthy, confident, no fear or anxiety on him whatsoever. That was one of the most telling things that Faith and her family took great care of my dog. I cannot recommend her any higher and I will certainly be requesting her services again. Thanks again for everything Faith!

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Tim F.
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Dinijah was amazing! She took such great care our my dogs and kept me updated with photos and messages. They absolutely loved her! She took the time to get to know our dogs personalities, routines, and quirks, and I could tell right away that my pup felt comfortable and happy around her. Super reliable and caring, I’ll definitely book again!

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Janae D.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Indian Head on Rover is $43.54 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 6,567 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Indian Head. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

94% of Indian Head sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Indian Head landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Indian Head 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 Indian Head.

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 Indian Head 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 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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