Dog Boarding Iowa City
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Love having Lynn doggie sit. This go round I have a puppy and he came back to me a better well behaved dog. Highly recommend Lynn. She loooooves your doggie like her own. And she sends you regular updates and pictures during the stay.”
“Our pup Dale adored Tristi C. and her family. We had to leave for an extended weekend, it was the longest Rover we'd had to have yet, and Tristi was great about sending updates and photos throughout the stay. She was always available if we had questions or needed to check in, and was very accommodating around our travel schedule and late night pick up. Thank you Tristi, we and Dale will def be back!”
“Tiffany was amazing! She was very communicative and sent pictures and updates. We really love that we found someone that we were confident in knowing our Maxine was in great hands! Thanks Tiffany! We will definitely be rebooking!”
About: I’ve been working with dogs for 7 years now but to be honest it doesn’t feel like a job, I love animals and spend as much time I can with them, I grew up with all Kinds of pets but my all time favorite are dogs currently I have 7 dogs (they live in my mom house), I used to volunteer in a shelter. I consider myself a very outgoing and active person who love to go to the park or the beach and take long walks, I don’t mind to bath your dog or clean as much as it needs. I’m available Monday to Saturday an occasional Sunday mornings, I can also do occasional overnight sitting just let me know at least one week in advanced
“Poulette was very responsive to communications. I got responses to my inquiries very quickly. And while Whiskey and Vixen boarded with her, I received daily updates and photos of the dogs playing in her yard. I am very glad to have found a home environment for my dogs to stay in when they cannot be at my home.”
“Diama and Cody have a wonderful yard and home and were very welcoming to my 11-year old dog. I felt totally comfortable leaving her with them, and I know she was well taken care of!”
“Thank you to Tara. Our dog Murphy was well taken care of during his time at Tara’s house. He was treated like a member of her family. We would definitely use Tara’s services again if we need to leave Murphy behind when we go away on a trip.”
“I highly recommend Leslie. While I was out of town, she sent me pictures of Kobi. She reassured me that he was being taken care of. She sent a video of Kobi playing with the family. I will certainly use her again.”
“Penny had the Best time! Penny played with big dog, little dogs and kitties! She went for runs, swimming and relaxing on pillows! Seriously a resort for dogs. Grandkids said "Grant knows a lot about dogs... Penny will be safe". Penny sure misses the long runs and the Pack. Will diffently be using Grant again!”
“First overnight for our puppy with Ruby and her family! As with the last time Cusco spent time at Ruby’s home, he got so much love, attention, and playtime. I received many photos and videos while we were away, always making us feel comfortable and giving updates! I know Cusco is already looking forward to going back :) thank you, Ruby!”
“The best ever! Kind, communicative, and so so accommodating. We left our pup for two weeks and several stays with Kelsey leading up to the vacation. Our pup seemed to have had a vacation too of nonstop plays and loving. It made our vacation so much enjoyable knowing our pup is so loved. Thank you again!”
“Delila did an amazing job with Khloe while we were on vacation for our anniversary! We were able to relax knowing she was in good hands. She sent me pictures every morning and kept me up to date on how she was doing ? and her comfortability with her & the family. We will be leaving Khloe with Delila again in the future.”
“Thank you for taking good care of our Lexi for the weekend. Julie was accommodating when we need to pick up a little later than planned. Lexi appeared comfortable in her environment and had a dog friend to play with. We will definitely use her services again”
“Samantha was fantastic with our babies. This is not your typical boarding place. She described it as summer camp for doggies and it is accurate. The area she has set up for the dogs is well thought-out, clean, and meets all of their needs and more. She took lots of pictures (different subject but her pictures were amazing), kept me updated throughout the day and let me know when my dogs were tucked in for the night. My city dogs got to meet horses, goats, and pigs and I think they had a great time, because they slept for so long when they got home. Im looking forward to their next summer camp with Samantha!”
“Domitria took wonderful care of Lala. Lala is a senior doggy of 16 yrs. She's eyesight challenged & hearing challenged but that didn't matter. She was still loved & cared for exceptionally well. I'm very happy with Domitria's care of Lala.”
“Melissa and Shaun were awesome! I’m very glad I found them so last minute and were able to take all four of my pups. They had a good layout with the kennels for boarding, in the shade and about 2-3 different dogs runs. I have a mix of large and very small pups and she was able to attend to them appropriately with the little ones separate and closely with her. Thank you again! Hope to book again soon!”
About: Hey, I'm Rachel! We are excited to care for your dog! With a 1/3 acre of fenced yard and a family of lively kids, your dog will get as much attention and time to play as they want! We are well experienced will dogs (we LOVE em'!!) and well-versed with puppies. Children will always be closely supervised with your dog! If you are coming from the North, we are right on your way to the airport! I am home during the day and your dog will be able to have lots of time for your pups! I am available weekdays and weekends. We have a fenced yard and two other friendly dogs to keep your dog company! I have a crate available if your dog prefers that for nighttime. Updates and pictures available as often as you desire!
“Aron is such a great sitter! He understands dogs and is sooo sweet with them. It's obvious by the way he talks to them. I could tell by all the little details that he's good at what he does including distracting my separation-anxiety prone dog at the time of drop-off, offering a day of day care before an overnight stay as a way for my dog to get more comfortable and familiar with his place, and introducing my dog initially to a single highly secure dog, and then a few more pups before the whole gang. Thank you Aron you're so appreciated!! See you again soon.”
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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 Iowa City 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 Iowa City.
<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 Iowa City 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 CA 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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