Dog Boarding Ivakota
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“John and Joanna took great care of Eric. He’s an elderly dog and it sometimes takes him a day or two to get used to being in another house. They were very patient and were sure we had all his medication’s and sent us frequent updates while we were away. Would definitely recommend them for your pet.”
“Mei provided great care for our Cooper. We had a last minute medical issue right before we left and she provided his care wonderfully and kept us updated. Would definitely recommend Mei and would rebook again.”
“Fantastic experience overall! Heather did a great job taking care of our high-energy pitbull during our 8-day vacation. She kept us updated regularly, sent lots of pictures, and really helped put our minds at ease. Thank you so much, Heather!”
“We are very happy to see our Juno in very good health even after a month of our vacation. Noelle took very Good care of Juno. Kept updating us all the time. So thankful to her.”
“Kay and Marc were fantastic! They took excellent care of my two dogs and treated them like family. Kay updated me every day and sent pictures. I will continue to use Marc and Kay every time I’m away. Without hesitation, I strongly recommend Kay and Marc!”
“As always my pugs had a great time with Lindsey! She is incredibly patient with their idiosyncrasies and general wackiness! When I ask them if they want to go see ms. Lindsey they both get excited and spin in circles to get in the car!”
“This was Blue’s second stay, and once again, we couldn’t be happier with the care he received. Thank you for taking such great care of him and treating him like part of the family. The updates and communication gave us peace of mind while we were away, and it was clear that Blue was comfortable, happy, and well loved. We truly appreciate everything you did for him and would absolutely book with you again.”
“This was Duncans second visit with Ali, he stayed over two weeks this time. He came back to me happy, healthy and showed no signs of stress at all. The daily pictures sent to me indicated he was having a fabulous time, enjoying Ali’s family and all the love provided. I was able to enjoy my vacation knowing he was being well taken care of. Once again I can highly recommend Ali, she is wonderful!”
“Chaoran did an amazing job watching Koa! We definitely will be using her again. She kept us informed and provided a safe place for our boy while we were gone away. Koa had a wonderful time playing with the other dog and we are so glad he had a good time! Thank you, Chaoran !”
“Cindy was wonderful! We appreciated the opportunity for the meet and greet visit and the tour of her property. We felt great about leaving our dog in her care. Our dog Watson who generally is shy was able to adapt very quickly to the new environment and the professional care by Cindy! Thank you so much for giving loving attention to Watson!”
“Brianna was wonderful! She took great care of my dog for three days and sent me beautiful pictures throughout the stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. My dog came home happy, relaxed, and well cared for. I highly recommend Brianna and would definitely trust her again. Thank you!☺️”
“Leslie is incredibly kind and attentive. She took my dog out for a lot of exercise, and kept him happy and safe while I was away. She provided plenty of photos and video updates and followed instructions to a T. She has a big backyard and comfortable looking house in a quiet neighborhood. My dog is usually pretty shy and can take a long time to warm up to new sitters, but he was right at home with Leslie. I would definitely recommend her to others, and plan to book with her again in the future.”
“Donna is the best! My girl Finny is almost 17 years old and Donna is so patient and kind with her. I always know Finny will be safe and treated like family when I’m away.”
“Erin was especially delightful and attentive to our pup. I knew we made the right choice from the moment my wife and I were greeted. Erin and her husband politely introduced themselves and then gave us a brief tour of her home, reassuring us that the environment was safe and pet friendly. Our dog is especially shy, but took to Erin almost instantly. During the days spent away, Erin took the initiative to send us plenty of photos and briefly updated us on how our dog was acclimating to her home. This was especially appreciated because our dog is high energy, sensitive, and on medication. When we went to pick up our pup, he was both excited to see us and exhausted from the time spent bonding with Erin’s family and her dogs. Erin, thank you for opening your home up to Beau. You are very trustworthy, and accountable and it really shows in the way you cared for our pup.”
“Jamie and her family were absolutely terrific with Daisy. They sent photos and an activity report to me each day while I was away. Prior to this trip, I was very hesitant about going away on business. However, Jamie and her family took great care of Daisy like I do. She and her daughters took Daisy for great walks each day. At night, Daisy sat on the sofa next to the girls. I cannot be more pleased than I am now knowing that Daisy was well cared for while I was away. I will be a repeat customer and highly recommend Jamie to keep your dog.”
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Noelle is exactly what I would hope to find when looking for a sitter for the first time with our large puppy. She loves dogs and is very knowledgeable about them. She is also great at communication about your pet. Will definitely reach out to Noelle again for future needs! Thank you, Noelle!
Leonard and Patricia along with their two dogs welcomed Harley and Miami with open arms and tail wags. They felt right at home and played well together. Miami found that her person was Leonard during the stay. Harley was running around with Leonard’s dogs all weekend. Harley usually is the one that follows humans but this time he gravitated to his dogs. We appreciate the level of care that Leonard and Patricia provided to our dogs we will definitely return.
Erika and her family took fantastic care of my pup Willow! My dog is a rescue who is pretty scared of anyone who isn’t me and Erika took that to heart and didn’t crowd her with too much too soon. Willow knew she was safe with her very quickly and Erika’s son and partner even won her over by the end of the stay! I would trust her again with my pup in a heartbeat.
Mei was the best! She took good care of our sweet Maltipoo and sent us lots of updates with pics and videos. We dropped off our puppy early in the am and due to our flight being delayed we also picked up a bit later than anticipated but Mei was wonderful and gracious.
Melissa was a professional, punctual, and dedicated dog sitter. Our 2½-year-old English Golden Retriever stayed at her spacious home for two weeks. She has a modest backyard, and the neighborhood is perfect for nice, long walks. Throughout his stay, Melissa kept us updated with everything we needed to know and sent us photos, allowing us to truly enjoy our vacation without worrying about our dog. We highly recommend her services! 🐶❤️
We’ve trusted Ji ung and hyunjoo with Prince Henry multiple times on week long vacations and we always come home to a very happy and tired boy! They are always so flexible with their availability and we appreciate them accepting visits even on short notice. Would highly recommend!
Ellis is a fantastic dog sitter. She is caring, reliable, and followed our dog's routines to the letter. She gave us updates and was always quick to respond. Our dog felt at home right away and was happy. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wonderful sitter!
Becky was wonderful with our dog(Roxie). Roxie spent two nights with Becky and her lovely dog. She communicated about how Roxie was adjusting and sent pictures. Roxie can be a little shy and anxious about certain things, Becky knew how to handle her and make her feel comfortable in her home.
Sophia is great! She's super responsive and really awesome about giving updates during the stay. I do feel a bit guilty that my boy kept her up at night because he was upset missing my husband and I, but she was still professional about the whole situation and tried her best to keep my boy as comfortable as possible (and thankfully they were both able to nap later).
Linda took great care of our dog, Goldie. It was really nice to have her at a home that only boards one dog at a time as I think multiple dogs can become overwhelming. Linda’s dog, Lucky, is very sweet and I know Goldie enjoyed having Lucky as a playmate. Linda kept in touch with us and sent photos of Goldie during her stay. It was nice to have peace of mind about our dog being taken care of in a loving home while we were away.
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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 Ivakota 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 Ivakota.
<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 Ivakota 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 VA 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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