Dog Boarding Island Heights
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“What a fantastic job by Rebeca. She took the time every day to update me on our puppy. Sent a few pics and took the absolute best care of her. She was truly the best and will definitely use her again when needed.”
“Nena was so “at home” and relaxed with Thomas. He is obviously a dog lover and he pampered our girl. We trust him to leave our Nena in his hands and will definitely be regular clients.”
“Very appreciative to have taken my pup last minute when I flew home for a wedding. Was great with my pup and he loved playing with her kiddos. Thankful that she was able to give him his medications when asked. Thank you so much, definitely would recommend and use again when back in the area!!”
“Nicole took such amazing care of our dog Dakota while we were away! We’ve used her twice now, and both times Dakota came home sooo happy. You can really tell Nicole genuinely cares about the dogs she watches. She even recommended a great groomer for Dakota, which we really appreciated. She has a nice backyard, and her kids and dogs are super friendly, so Dakota had plenty of fun and social time while staying there. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing Dakota was in such good hands. We highly recommend Nicole — definitely a 5-star experience!”
“Deb is a fabulous sitter for my two senior dogs! She paid attention to their cues and ways. She let us know how they did each day. She gave us a full report when we returned, too. They were happy to see us when we picked them up. Thank you for taking such good care of our family members, Deb!”
“Great experience! Ashley has a lovely family and they did a wonderful job to take care of my dog! communication was good as well, I was receiving a daily update from Ashley and all my questions were answered almost immediately.”
“I was so pleased with the care my Chewie got with Joanna! She sent me several pictures over the course of the visit and praised him constantly. We will definitely book her again!”
About: Hi my name is Adrianne. I grew up around animals my entire life! Unfortunately, I am unable to have pets of my own right now, so I would love to spend time with someone else’s! I have a large back yard that is unfenced, but I live on the water so this may be an issue for some! However, I am available to go to your home and stay/care for your pet! I love to be outdoors and go for walks and am willing to drive your pet to the beach or park to play! I am currently in school obtaining my Masters Degree in Social Work, interning and working part time! Therefore, I am busy but do have down time during the week and weekends! I treat each animal as my own and will update you on how your dog is doing during their stay/visit with pictures and text messages! Inside my home is mostly hardwood floors with a large rug. This allows dogs to cool themselves off and make themselves comfy on the rug. If you have any questions please contact me, I respond quickly and look forward to hearing from you!
“I recently had the pleasure of using Lorraine to care for my dogs, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Throughout the stay, Lorraine kept me updated with regular photos and messages, which provided great peace of mind. It was evident that Brutus and Bella were not only well-cared for but were also enjoying themselves. Lorraine went above and beyond by sticking to Brutus and Bella’s routine, ensuring they received their favorite treats, and even taking them on longer walks than I had expected. The level of care and attention to detail was truly exceptional. I would highly recommend Lorraine to anyone looking for a responsible, caring, and professional dog sitter. I will definitely be booking with Lorraine again in the future. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of Brutus and Bella.”
“Kali was a great choice, she took great care of our dog( who can be challenging at times) She was a pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend her to anyone needing a sitter.”
“Hedra was an awesome sitter for our cat Haru! He followed all of the instructions we left behind, he loved playing with and spending time with Haru, and he regularly sent us updates about what our cat was up to. Haru also got on especially well with his cat Gabby, as another fellow chill cat.”
“Joe was an awesome sitter for our dog Sherman. He took amazing care of him , spoiled him rotten and treated him like his own pet. Communication was spectacular with numerous updates. Will recommend him to anyone who needs the best dog sitter. Thank you Joe!!”
“Rosemery was excellent with my King Charles cavalier!. It was my first time using the app and leaving my three year old dog with someone who wasn’t family. She was amazing with keeping in touch and sending pictures. My dog looked so happy and comfortable to be cared for by her. I would highly recommend her and will def use her again in the future!!”
“I can't say enough positive things about Paola! Our dog has separation anxiety and is always very anxious when we're not with him, but somehow Paola made him feel right at home and completely comfortable during his stay. She sent us multiple pictures every day and was very at ease knowing our dog was being very well taken care of!”
About: hello, my name is lauren I’m currently studying as a biology major at MU! My long-term goal to be an Equine veterinarian🐴 but I love all animals any size! I have been pet sitting for many years. I find that it is very convenient due to it never feeling like a job. I love hanging out with animals, and spending individualized time with each of my clients! as someone with multiple animals very close to my heart, I understand the importance of making sure that your pets are in safe hands, as someone with medical CPR and hands-on training, You can feel safe and confident while your pets are being cared for!
“We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! Carly took such great care of our dog and made us feel completely at ease while we were away. She kept us updated with frequent messages and adorable photos, which really helped us relax knowing our pup was in good hands. Our dog looked so happy and well cared for the entire time. We’ll definitely be booking with her again — highly recommend!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Island Heights is $60
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Island Heights
Lorraine is a great pet sitter. She looked after my dog for a week and kept me informed daily as to how he was doing. She went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable and had an enjoyable stay. I felt assured that he was indeed in good hands. I highly recommend her.
I would 100% recommend Rose. She will absolutely be my first choice anytime I need someone to watch Benny in the future. Rose and her family were incredibly kind and welcoming. After talking with Rose and meeting her and her family, I felt completely confident and comfortable leaving Benny in her care. Benny requires quite a bit more attention and care than most dogs. I rescued him, and he is a 90-pound Shepherd mix who was born deaf and missinghis righteye. He has only about 20% vision in his only eye. Because of this, he needs extra-special care and also requires medication twice a day. Rose did an amazing job taking care of him. She sent me plenty of updates and pictures throughout his stay, which really helped put my mind at ease. It was obvious from the pictures that Benny was comfortable and enjoying himself. To make things even more challenging, his stay happened to fall during a nor’easter. Despite the weather, Rose was extremely accommodating, both with Benny’s needs and with my drop-off and pickup times. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Knowing that Benny was safe, comfortable, and being so well cared for meant a lot to me. I would absolutely trust Rose with him again and highly recommend her, especially to anyone with a dog who needs a little extra care and attention.
We left Lucian (rescue mix-breed) with Nicole for what was supposed to be 4 nights. Unfortunately we were delayed due to a major traffic accident (not us) and Nicole graciously offered to keep Lucian for an additional night. We are very happy with Nicole as well as her young daughter who treated Lucian as their own. He got along great with the entire household and they treated him with lots of love and affection. Very happy and when we need a dog-sitter again we will look to Nicole.
We left our two dogs, Bella and Buddy, for almost 2 weeks. We were happy to get updates with pictures of our dogs enjoying their stay there. That Bella and Buddy were able to enjoy being outside and after that resting on a bed. Would recommend for any pet lovers.
This was the first time leaving my dog in Cara’s care, and I could not be happier with the experience from the very beginning she was professional, caring, and attentive to my dogs needs. She kept me updated with messages and photos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, reliable and compassionate pet sitter. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again thank you Cara for taking such wonderful care of Moose
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Island Heights is $59 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $53 and $68 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 688 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Island Heights. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
96% of sitters in Island Heights can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Island Heights home-away-from-home, 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 Island Heights.
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 Island Heights 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 , 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 .
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 NJ 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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