Dog Boarding in Kalamazoo
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“Shelby was wonderful and we are really appreciative. Our dog is high energy and Shelby ended up getting sick over the weekend she had her, so she was such a good sport to keep her even when the circumstances weren’t great.”
“Jamie was great with our high energy needs dog, Maggie. She’s a border collie/blue heeler mix that is a good dog, but only if she’s exercised her body (and mind) enough. We loved having picture updates over our long weekend away. And by the second night I knew everything would be okay and that Jamie had the compassion and care needed for a dog like Maggie. We’re SO happy to have found Jamie and will definitely be requesting her services again!!”
“Romeo just loved Kathy's. He met new friends and felt comfortable from the very start of his vacation at Kathy's. We intend to rebook with Kathy many times in the future.”
“Jenai and Sean were lovely!! We had Jenai and Sean watch our dog Bernie for a weekend while we tied the knot! We hardly ever leave our baby and were a little anxious about it until we met them and they are just so great!”
“Stephen and Rachel were wonderful for boarding our cat, Nori. They are just the nicest couple and ommunication was always quick and easy. Their home is warm, inviting, and peaceful. They have two adorable cats of their own that were relaxed and friendly. After leaving Nori with Stephen and Rachel for over a week, she returned home in perfect shape. We would absolutely reach out to Stephen and Rachel for any future boarding needs. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our Nori!”
“Trina is the best! I am a new dog mom with a small rambunctious puppy so I was very nervous to leave her with anyone. I had a friend bail on me last second to watch her so I was absolutely in a pinch and Trina was quick to respond and open to a visit before hand. She made the whole process very relieving and sent update pictures through the night. My night ran later than expected and Trina told me not to worry and to enjoy my night, so sweet! I would recommend her to everyone!”
“I recently needed to find new care for my dog, Louie, and I am so grateful to have come across Savannah. Savannah is incredible at what she does! She takes such good care of Louie, giving him tons of playtime and meaningful companionship (both human and with other pets). She thoughtfully and attentively administered the medication that Louie needs to take twice a day. I received updates, pictures, and videos of Louie’s time with her. I could tell he was having fun and feeling comfortable — when he was dropped off, Louie didn’t want to see her go! It was easy to tell Louie and Savannah had made a meaningful connection. I appreciate all Savannah did to ensure Louie’s good health and happiness. I have never seen him so relaxed after I’ve been away. I happily and highly recommend Savannah to watch after your loved one!”
“Sarah is a warm and delightful human who clearly loves dogs. We were waiting for the green light from my husband's doctor for a fishing trip before we could book Pivo's weekend with her, but of course we needed to find someone beforehand who could take him if it was a go. Sarah was very kind, patient and accommodating, answering all messages quickly, and it all worked out! Pivo and her two little doggies hit it off right away (a relief, since a meet-and-greet the day before didn't go well - you just never know with doggies) so we felt great about finally being able to book with her. He was calm and tired when we picked him up, a good indicator that he had plenty of exercise. We don't travel a lot but will definitely call Sarah next time we do. Thank you, Sarah!”
“Our dog Charlie had another great stay with Julie! She always takes such good care of him. He is a busy dog, but he comes home from his stays with her tired and happy.”
“This is the first time we had ever used Rover and it was a great experience. We received several pictures to see how Layla was doing during her 18 day stay. I highly recommend Katy to care for your dogs. We will be back again!!!”
“Jordan was so friendly and good to our girl. She kept me updated and was understanding when we ran late picking up Phoebe. Phoebe seemed to really enjoy her time at Jordan’s. We would definitely recommend and ask her in the future needs.”
“Melissa did a great job taking care of my old lady dog Sikari! She was very patient and gentle with her. I got lots of pictures with updates with how Sikari was eating and sleeping. I always felt confident that Sikari was in good hands.”
“Ashtyn is very nice and Bimmer seemed to really enjoy her and her dog Gus. I was provided with pics/videos when we were away and communication was awesome! We will definitely be using her again in the future.”
“They were wonderful. They sent pictures and texts letting me know how my dogs were doing everyday. The whole family is just lovely. My dogs were sad to leave them. They will be our #1 choice, whenever we need a dog sitter.”
“Oakley had a great weekend with Becky and family! Loved getting the pictures and videos. We will felt very comfortable with Becky and will be using her again!”
“First time using Rover and Nayoma was great! Very responsive and sent pictures. My dog came back happy and tired! Will definitely be calling her again.”
“Kristen is absolutely amazing. She went to our house and saved our princess at 10:00pm! She then took her home and key our elderly dog sleep in her bed!! Best dog sitter we've had!!!!”
About: I've cared for all breeds and sizes of cats, dogs and various other creatures in my life since I was a child. I am trauma informed, science backed, and consent based in everything I do. I am force free/fear free. I don’t use any aversives with any animal. I follow the most up to date animal science and firmly believe that through positive reinforcement and giving animals agency to opt in or out of most situations is the best way to be in relationship with them. I have been caring for animals professionally since 2019, and am very passionate about animal care and am excited to get to know you and your fur babes! My first love was a husky mix named Dutchess. I was a rough and tumble three-year-old and she looked like a furry loaf of bread with rolled up newspapers for legs, who never let me out of her sight until the day she crossed over the rainbow bridge. And thus began my love affair with pretty much all animals. Each pet has their own unique personality and style. I adapt to your pet's needs and wants. If they want cuddles, if they want space, if they want to run around in the back yard and play catch or tug-o-war then that is what we are going to do! My aim is to make them and you, happy with the stellar care they are being given. Animals have always been an integral part of my life, and I feel so lucky to have the opportunity to love and care for them and provide for my own family as well. <3 Animal care and companionship is my life. I work with animals multiple times a day everyday of the week to ensure they get all the enrichment, exercise, attention, and love they want and need. Trusting me with your home and pets is a big deal. Rest assured I will communicate regularly with pictures, videos and text updates throughout our stay together so you can feel at ease with the care of your fur babies.
“I cannot recommend Amanda enough! She recently cared for my two dogs, one of whom is just a 4-month-old puppy, and her service went above and beyond my expectations. From the start, she made sure we felt comfortable leaving our boys in her care, keeping us updated daily with the sweetest photos of them playing and getting plenty of cuddles from her family. Not only did she treat them like her own, she handled the extra energy and attention a puppy requires. She also went the extra mile by bathing both of my boys before we picked them up. This level of care and thoughtfulness meant the world to us. Our fur babies had a great time in her care. 10/10 would recommend. We will definitely be using her again in the future.”
“I can’t recommend Kathy enough! She hosted my dog (Maple) for two nights and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Kathy is very experienced, a great communicator, and clearly loves dogs! Her home is so welcoming and my Maple had a wonderful time going for nature walks and sunbathing in the yard. If you’re looking for a home away from home for your pup in the Portage area, I highly recommend contacting Kathy.”
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Shelby K.Star Sitter
“Shelby was wonderful and we are really appreciative. Our dog is high energy and Shelby ended up getting sick over the weekend she had her, so she was such a good sport to keep her even when the circumstances weren’t great.”
Jamie B.
Star Sitter
“Jamie was great with our high energy needs dog, Maggie. She’s a border collie/blue heeler mix that is a good dog, but only if she’s exercised her body (and mind) enough. We loved having picture updates over our long weekend away. And by the second night I knew everything would be okay and that Jamie had the compassion and care needed for a dog like Maggie. We’re SO happy to have found Jamie and will definitely be requesting her services again!!”
Kathy R.
“Romeo just loved Kathy's. He met new friends and felt comfortable from the very start of his vacation at Kathy's. We intend to rebook with Kathy many times in the future.”
Jenai & Sean J.
“Jenai and Sean were lovely!! We had Jenai and Sean watch our dog Bernie for a weekend while we tied the knot! We hardly ever leave our baby and were a little anxious about it until we met them and they are just so great!”
Stephen K.
“Stephen and Rachel were wonderful for boarding our cat, Nori. They are just the nicest couple and ommunication was always quick and easy. Their home is warm, inviting, and peaceful. They have two adorable cats of their own that were relaxed and friendly. After leaving Nori with Stephen and Rachel for over a week, she returned home in perfect shape. We would absolutely reach out to Stephen and Rachel for any future boarding needs. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our Nori!”
Trina P.Star Sitter
“Trina is the best! I am a new dog mom with a small rambunctious puppy so I was very nervous to leave her with anyone. I had a friend bail on me last second to watch her so I was absolutely in a pinch and Trina was quick to respond and open to a visit before hand. She made the whole process very relieving and sent update pictures through the night. My night ran later than expected and Trina told me not to worry and to enjoy my night, so sweet! I would recommend her to everyone!”
Savannah M.Star Sitter
“I recently needed to find new care for my dog, Louie, and I am so grateful to have come across Savannah. Savannah is incredible at what she does! She takes such good care of Louie, giving him tons of playtime and meaningful companionship (both human and with other pets). She thoughtfully and attentively administered the medication that Louie needs to take twice a day. I received updates, pictures, and videos of Louie’s time with her. I could tell he was having fun and feeling comfortable — when he was dropped off, Louie didn’t want to see her go! It was easy to tell Louie and Savannah had made a meaningful connection. I appreciate all Savannah did to ensure Louie’s good health and happiness. I have never seen him so relaxed after I’ve been away. I happily and highly recommend Savannah to watch after your loved one!”
Sarah H.
“Sarah is a warm and delightful human who clearly loves dogs. We were waiting for the green light from my husband's doctor for a fishing trip before we could book Pivo's weekend with her, but of course we needed to find someone beforehand who could take him if it was a go. Sarah was very kind, patient and accommodating, answering all messages quickly, and it all worked out! Pivo and her two little doggies hit it off right away (a relief, since a meet-and-greet the day before didn't go well - you just never know with doggies) so we felt great about finally being able to book with her. He was calm and tired when we picked him up, a good indicator that he had plenty of exercise. We don't travel a lot but will definitely call Sarah next time we do. Thank you, Sarah!”
Julie D.Star Sitter
“Our dog Charlie had another great stay with Julie! She always takes such good care of him. He is a busy dog, but he comes home from his stays with her tired and happy.”
Katy M.Star Sitter
“This is the first time we had ever used Rover and it was a great experience. We received several pictures to see how Layla was doing during her 18 day stay. I highly recommend Katy to care for your dogs. We will be back again!!!”
Jordan M.
“Jordan was so friendly and good to our girl. She kept me updated and was understanding when we ran late picking up Phoebe. Phoebe seemed to really enjoy her time at Jordan’s. We would definitely recommend and ask her in the future needs.”
Melissa H.Star Sitter
“Melissa did a great job taking care of my old lady dog Sikari! She was very patient and gentle with her. I got lots of pictures with updates with how Sikari was eating and sleeping. I always felt confident that Sikari was in good hands.”
Ashtyn K.
“Ashtyn is very nice and Bimmer seemed to really enjoy her and her dog Gus. I was provided with pics/videos when we were away and communication was awesome! We will definitely be using her again in the future.”
Loren & Sari W.Star Sitter
“They were wonderful. They sent pictures and texts letting me know how my dogs were doing everyday. The whole family is just lovely. My dogs were sad to leave them. They will be our #1 choice, whenever we need a dog sitter.”
Becky K.Star Sitter
“Oakley had a great weekend with Becky and family! Loved getting the pictures and videos. We will felt very comfortable with Becky and will be using her again!”
Nayoma L.Star Sitter
“First time using Rover and Nayoma was great! Very responsive and sent pictures. My dog came back happy and tired! Will definitely be calling her again.”
Kristen F.
“Kristen is absolutely amazing. She went to our house and saved our princess at 10:00pm! She then took her home and key our elderly dog sleep in her bed!! Best dog sitter we've had!!!!”
Ryan T K.Star Sitter
“Ryan is a godsend! They watched our elderly labradoodles while we were out of town over Independence Day. As many pet parents know, this is a very scary time for dogs. Add to that a thunderstorm and it would have been very traumatic for our pups if it weren’t for Ryan. We weren’t planning on having Ryan stay overnight but they volunteered to so our pups wouldn’t have to be alone. The fireworks then thunderstorm lasted all night but our girls didn’t have to be alone. ❤️ This meant the world to us. While we were gone Ryan sent video updates, pictures and was available at all hours. Ryan also took the initiative to water plants, take in mail, etc. even though I had completely forgotten to ask. My husband and I both noticed how happy and calm our girls were when we got home. Much more so than they have been when left with other caregivers. Ryan exceeded all expectations and I’ve already booked again for our next vacation!”
Amanda C.Star Sitter
“I cannot recommend Amanda enough! She recently cared for my two dogs, one of whom is just a 4-month-old puppy, and her service went above and beyond my expectations. From the start, she made sure we felt comfortable leaving our boys in her care, keeping us updated daily with the sweetest photos of them playing and getting plenty of cuddles from her family. Not only did she treat them like her own, she handled the extra energy and attention a puppy requires. She also went the extra mile by bathing both of my boys before we picked them up. This level of care and thoughtfulness meant the world to us. Our fur babies had a great time in her care. 10/10 would recommend. We will definitely be using her again in the future.”
Kathy A.Star Sitter
“I can’t recommend Kathy enough! She hosted my dog (Maple) for two nights and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Kathy is very experienced, a great communicator, and clearly loves dogs! Her home is so welcoming and my Maple had a wonderful time going for nature walks and sunbathing in the yard. If you’re looking for a home away from home for your pup in the Portage area, I highly recommend contacting Kathy.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Kalamazoo is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Kalamazoo dog boarding rates can be found as low as $25 to as high as $49 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 186 sitters provided dog boarding in Kalamazoo. 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, 91% of Kalamazoo dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Kalamazoo have an average of 22 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Kalamazoo.
Rover makes it easy to find Kalamazoo 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 186 dog boarding sitters in Kalamazoo on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Kalamazoo, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 95% 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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