Dog Boarding in Johnson Village, Charlottesville, VA
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1. Jesse & Emily H.
“Jesse and Emily were fantastic with Kimber. Great communication with me and all the love and spoiling for Kimber. I love how they made her part of their family for the long weekend!”
2. Paula C.
“Our little dog has anxiety, but he felt very at home with Paula and was well taken care of! When we picked him up it seemed like he wanted to stay!”
3. Svitlana F.
“This was Lady's first sleep over with Svitlana, and although Lady is only 4 years old, she is deaf, and Svitlana does a great job of making her feel at home. We are very thankful to have found such a welcoming and safe place for Lady when we are away.”
4. Julie N.
“Julie and her family took wonderful care of, spoiled really, our dog Waffles. We are so thankful to have found Julie. We give Julie our highest recommendation for caring for other dogs.”
5. Jessica L.
“Jessica, James and Morty were wonderful hosts for Winston. They were welcoming and responsive. I knew Winnie was in great hands while we were away!”
6. Penny H.
“Penny and her husband were so great with Winston. She kept me updated throughout his stay and he was very happy when I arrived to pick him up after my trip. He also got along with her dogs as well which is great! Will not hesitate to book again!”
7. Mary R.
“Mary watched my dog Rizzo for a week and she was absolutely wonderful. Rizzo was right at home with her family and I could immediately tell from her updates that he was happy and comfortable. Her children were also wonderful with Rizzo. I highly recommend Mary for anyone looking for dog sitting! Your pet will be loved and cared for just like Rizzo.”
8. Brooke L.
“I had to find a dog sitter while I was overseas because the person who was taking care of my dog couldn’t do it anymore. Brooke was very responsive and accommodating, and took good care of Rain. I would recommend her to others.”
9. Nicholas S.
“This was my first time using Rover, and Nicholas was a Godsend! He was able to accommodate my last minute request, when a previous booking fell through. He was kind and flexible with my Roscoe! He sent me updates and pictures, which showed the Roscoe was doing well. I will definitely recommend and book with him again!”
10. Paul B.
“Paul was great!!”
11. Louisa G.
“I have known Louisa since 2007 and know her to be kind, loving, indulgent, and attentive to animals. Your pet is in the best hands because Louisa loves three things in this world: animals, cheese, and traveling. I highly recommend her for your pet sitting or walking needs!”
12. Haleigh M.
“Haleigh did a good job of watching Maverick. She and her roommates took him for a long walk on one of the days and was flexible with the pick up and drop off times.”
13. Alexandra C.
“Alex is one of the best pet sitters around! She cares so much about the happiness and well-being of all animals that she takes care of. She’s so good at being aware of what an animal needs and when they need it. She absolutely adores them and will always be the person with the pet at a party.”
14. David J Djunga d.
“My dogs had so much fun. David is a gifted pet sitter.”
15. Sky M.
“S. is the most loving pet owner I have ever known. She is not only an animal lover, but she is extremely knowledgeable about various breeds of every animal. S. is also a very responsible, mature person who takes her obligations seriously and would never let down anyone she has made a commitment to.”
16. Audrey M.
“Audrey was amazing! My dog loved his time with her! My dog is very shy and Audrey was so patient and understanding with him! I loved that she kept me updated with pictures and videos. Only positive things to say about audrey and her family they were so kind! I will 100% be booking again with Audrey!”
17. Emil F.
“Emil is so helpful when I had to leave Rio for a business trip. He nicely accommodates Rio’s need and Rio is very comfortable under his care. I would not be hesitate to ask help from Emil again for my next business trip.”
18. Adam B.
“Adam and Margaret did a wonderful job of watching Merlin when we were out of the country for a week! He had a lot of energy and they made sure to take him on lots of hikes through the woods. We didn't worry one bit about him because we knew Merlin was in good hands. I'd recommend Adam and Margaret to anyone!”
19. Grace T.
“This is the 4th or 5th time Luna has stayed with Grace. Luna always comes back happy, healthy, and clean. Grace is a dog whisperer! She does an incredible job attending to Luna's needs, staying in touch, allaying any anxiety or eating issues Luna has, and just loving her. Would recommend Grace unreservedly.”
20. Caroline D.
“Caroline took great care of our boy while we were on a long vacation! We got tons of updates and pictures and our dog seemed happy and tired when we got back.”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Johnson Village on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $45 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 176 sitters provided dog boarding in Johnson Village. 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, 92% of Johnson Village dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Johnson Village have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Johnson Village.
Rover makes it easy to find Johnson Village 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 176 dog boarding sitters in Johnson Village on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Johnson Village, 90% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 90% 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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