Dog Boarding in Ithaca
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Top rated Ithaca dog boarders
“We had an amazing experience with Hanna as our dog sitter! She was incredibly responsible and caring. Our dogs were happy and well taken care of, and we received regular updates. Hanna truly went above and beyond. We highly recommend her services!”
“Jessica and her husband are incredible care takers! We recently went on a trip and Jessica was sending tons of photos and messages on how our dog was doing which made us feel so at ease as we recently moved to Colorado! Thank you ??”
About: I have raised and lovingly cared for 3 dogs in the last 20 years. Your pet will feel like they are at home when you're away.. I am a local teacher with my summer off. I have two dogs and children but they travel between two houses. While your pet stays with me it would be just them and myself, they would get my full attention! My yard is set up for games of catch or just exploring new smells. I have a fenced in backyard and an already established dog friendly home. I love walking around my neighborhood and to the park. I am able to drive to your home if needed to feed, let out or walk your pet.
“Excellent communication! We felt like our dog was able to have a little vacation of his own. We look forward to being repeat customers the next time the need arises. Thanks!”
“Andrea took great care of my lil pup on her first overnights without me. She was communicative, has a fenced in yard, a great dog walking neighborhood and I would love to have Rox stay with her for future trips.”
“Our bulldog Leia had an amazing time! She played a ton in the huge, fenced-in yard and seemed to be very well cared for and received a lot of personal attention. We received a lot of nice updates with photos and videos. She was very tired when she got home which is great! We hope to have Leia stay with Robert and Eileen again when we travel in the future.”
“Rachel is so sweet with our dog! He stayed with her for a week when we were out of town, and Rachel sent us lots of photos and kept us updated on how he was doing. He definitely had a great time with her - we’ll book with Rachel again in the future!”
“These three are educated and thoughtful enough to make pet owners who are nervous, apprehensive, and even sad about leaving their fur babies feel comfortable. This dynamic is really special for pups, more like a social outing. We received pictures of our pup enjoying light training, playing with new puppy friends, and relaxing in complete comfort. My husband and I were sad dropping her off for the weekend and ended up being able to complete enjoy our weekend getaway because of Aaron, Kaylee, and Valerie.”
“Susan is incredible and I'm so glad to have found someone my very anxious dog can feel comfortable with when I'm gone. Susan kept me updated (with pictures when Jade would cooperate) regularly and was kind and patient, even when Jade decided to turn up the dramatics. Would absolutely recommend for anyone with an anxious dog who needs a little extra love and care!”
“Claudia was absolutely amazing with Oliver!! We can tell from all the photos she sent, he had a great time. So many activities, walks, exploring, and making new friends. Can’t wait for the next time!”
“Ray has taken Oona while I’ve been away twice and both times was great with communication and sending pictures. He was flexible and thoughtful. I’m so happy I’ve found someone I so dependable who I can trust to care for my little girl.”
“Anthony is a great choice for your furry friends while away! He was flexible and accommodating with my request of meeting at his house before watching my dogs. I received photo updates and felt comfortable with my dogs being in Anthony’s care. His sweet pup added to the fun and beautiful property provided plenty of space for romping around. I will be using Anthony again!”
“Riya is the best. Barkley felt instantly comfortable with her and her pup, Archie. She was so kind to help us on short notice. She took great care of Barkley, sent photos, and gave us the perfect amount of communication. Highly recommend her and will definitely connect with her again!”
“Shihong took excellent care of our dog while we were away for a week. He sent photos and videos of her daily, and checked in with me about anything that seemed unusual with her. He was responsible and caring, and pampered our dog so she was very comfortable with him. I highly recommend Shihong and will definitely be asking him to watch or dog again in the future.”
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Ashley S.Star Sitter
“Ashley always does a wonderful job taking care of our cattle dog! Our pup always looks forward to going to stay with her and always comes back happy :)”
Alex E.Star Sitter
“Alex is a great host and Keira loved it there! She enjoyed the pond, playing, fetch and exploring the grounds. I don’t think she wanted to leave!”
Darlene C.Star Sitter
“Darlene, Chris and their 2.5 yr old pup, Roxanne, where amazing hosts! Their set-up gave my pup a fantastic vacation of her own, while I was away on mine.”
Hanna R.Star Sitter
“We had an amazing experience with Hanna as our dog sitter! She was incredibly responsible and caring. Our dogs were happy and well taken care of, and we received regular updates. Hanna truly went above and beyond. We highly recommend her services!”
Jessica R.
“Jessica and her husband are incredible care takers! We recently went on a trip and Jessica was sending tons of photos and messages on how our dog was doing which made us feel so at ease as we recently moved to Colorado! Thank you ??”
Rachel N.
“I highly recommend Rachel—she has provided care for my dog and two cats on several occasions. She is kind and dependable, and cared for my pets as if they were her own. My dog just loves Rachel and gets so excited every time she sees her!”
Sheila W.
“Excellent communication! We felt like our dog was able to have a little vacation of his own. We look forward to being repeat customers the next time the need arises. Thanks!”
Andrea I.Star Sitter
“Andrea took great care of my lil pup on her first overnights without me. She was communicative, has a fenced in yard, a great dog walking neighborhood and I would love to have Rox stay with her for future trips.”
Robert & Eileen Y.
“Our bulldog Leia had an amazing time! She played a ton in the huge, fenced-in yard and seemed to be very well cared for and received a lot of personal attention. We received a lot of nice updates with photos and videos. She was very tired when she got home which is great! We hope to have Leia stay with Robert and Eileen again when we travel in the future.”
Rachel S.Star Sitter
“Rachel is so sweet with our dog! He stayed with her for a week when we were out of town, and Rachel sent us lots of photos and kept us updated on how he was doing. He definitely had a great time with her - we’ll book with Rachel again in the future!”
Destiny M.
Star Sitter
“Destiny was fabulous! Pups came home happy and well taken care of! I will definitely ask Destiny to watch my boys again! Thanks Destiny-great job!”
Aaron , Kaylee, & Valerie M.
“These three are educated and thoughtful enough to make pet owners who are nervous, apprehensive, and even sad about leaving their fur babies feel comfortable. This dynamic is really special for pups, more like a social outing. We received pictures of our pup enjoying light training, playing with new puppy friends, and relaxing in complete comfort. My husband and I were sad dropping her off for the weekend and ended up being able to complete enjoy our weekend getaway because of Aaron, Kaylee, and Valerie.”
Susan T.Star Sitter
“Susan is incredible and I'm so glad to have found someone my very anxious dog can feel comfortable with when I'm gone. Susan kept me updated (with pictures when Jade would cooperate) regularly and was kind and patient, even when Jade decided to turn up the dramatics. Would absolutely recommend for anyone with an anxious dog who needs a little extra love and care!”
Claudia H.
“Claudia was absolutely amazing with Oliver!! We can tell from all the photos she sent, he had a great time. So many activities, walks, exploring, and making new friends. Can’t wait for the next time!”
Yuting D.
“Yuting was great, she was updating me everyday of how my cat was doing and was very polite and accommodating”
Ray H.
“Ray has taken Oona while I’ve been away twice and both times was great with communication and sending pictures. He was flexible and thoughtful. I’m so happy I’ve found someone I so dependable who I can trust to care for my little girl.”
Anthony H.
“Anthony is a great choice for your furry friends while away! He was flexible and accommodating with my request of meeting at his house before watching my dogs. I received photo updates and felt comfortable with my dogs being in Anthony’s care. His sweet pup added to the fun and beautiful property provided plenty of space for romping around. I will be using Anthony again!”
Laura M.
“Laura really cares about our dog and he is always so excited to see her. She is very nurturing and communicates with us regularly. Highly recommend.”
Riya B.
“Riya is the best. Barkley felt instantly comfortable with her and her pup, Archie. She was so kind to help us on short notice. She took great care of Barkley, sent photos, and gave us the perfect amount of communication. Highly recommend her and will definitely connect with her again!”
Shihong L.
“Shihong took excellent care of our dog while we were away for a week. He sent photos and videos of her daily, and checked in with me about anything that seemed unusual with her. He was responsible and caring, and pampered our dog so she was very comfortable with him. I highly recommend Shihong and will definitely be asking him to watch or dog again in the future.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Ithaca is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Ithaca dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $66 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 81 sitters provided dog boarding in Ithaca. 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, 93% of Ithaca dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Ithaca have an average of 17 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 Ithaca.
Rover makes it easy to find Ithaca 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 81 dog boarding sitters in Ithaca on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Ithaca, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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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