Dog Boarding Kirkland
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“Tuffy had such a great time Sunmee, Patrick and Conan. Tuffy had a bike versus 4 lb dog accident the day before he drop off date and he was sore and bruised. They took great care of him and he healed up in a couple of days. Their backyard was perfect for Tuffy and he didn’t want to come in. Tuffy would read with Conan at night and tuffy loves playing with Conan. They made Tuffy a part of their family and he was well taken care of. Thank you so much for your compassionate care of Tuffy!”
“This is my best time leaving our Charlie with a complete stranger. I personally met Mana and liked her immediately. She seemed like a kind and gentle person, soft spoken and respectful. I was a bit afraid that Charlie might have little issues with her dog Iris. To my surprise they both got along well. Thank you Mana for updating and sending pictures and videos of Charlie. I will definitely come back to you. Thank you so much for taking care of Charlie💕”
“Phillip was an amazing sitter and we could tell Frankie had the best time! It was so good that it was kinda tricky getting her to leave 😂 😭 We would absolutely book with him again and anyone should feel great about leaving their pup with these dog lovers!”
“My husky, Shadow LOVES going to Nathan’s! When we drop him off, he doesn’t even look back at us- he goes straight to Nathan’s beautiful backyard to run and play. I honestly feel like Shadow is going on his own vacation when he stays with Nathan. He is so good with Shadow, great with communication, sends lots of pictures! He’s always the first person I contact when I need someone to care for Shadow!”
“Heather was great! She made sure maple was fed and happy. She sent lots of pictures to keep updated which I loved! She was very quick to respond and very friendly! Would definitely book again!”
“Ruslana was so easy to schedule and coordinate with. My little guy loved staying with her- always happy to get dropped off with her and always happy when I picked him back up!”
“Isabella was a great host for our dog during our recent trip. She took our dog out for daily walks, cared for her medication, and sent us daily updates. It's a great relief to have someone to trust for when we are out of town. I would highly recommend Isabella and plan to rebook her for future trips.”
“SJ took care of our Pomeranian for a day to help him get accustomed to boarding, and the experience was excellent. She is very perceptive and attentive to each dog’s personality, which made a big difference for our pup, who is quite anxious. Throughout the day, she sent frequent updates that gave us peace of mind. She went above and beyond to make him comfortable—taking him on a relaxed walk, letting him settle in at his own pace, and giving him the freedom to do what he was comfortable with. Overall, I’m very happy with SJ’s care of our pup.”
“Xuemei was extremely proactive at sending photos, videos, and message updates on how my pets were doing every day. She was very responsive to my questions and gave me peace of mind during my travel. My pets were well taken care of.”
“Our dog’s stay at Lorena’s was more than we could have ever asked for! We were away for over a week and Lorena’s comforting presence, consistency, consideration for our senior girl’s individual needs, and daily updates brought us the comfort we needed to be able to enjoy a much needed vacation. I would highly recommend her to anyone who was like us and needed some time easing into a longer stay. Lorena is patient, communicative, and reliable—all traits we were looking for someone to take care of our dear Tina.”
“Lauren is amazing! Our dog, Dobbs, can get some decent separation anxiety and he seemed to be right at home with her. She sent updates, even picked him up and dropped him off. We've already scheduled his next stay with her! There is nothing like being able to drop your baby off with someone and feeling like you don't need to worry. She treated our pup like her own and even took him on adventures. He came home totally pooped! We will definitely continue to use Lauren, she's the best!”
“Another great stay for Ollie! He beyond loves his stay. He adores Kelly and Karen and his “girlfriend” Hazel. It’s amazing how well Kelly communicates with Ollie. ❤️❤️❤️”
“Kathryn & Mark are the best! They keep me updated on everything, and took the best care of our Remi! Definitely would recommend using them for the best doggy care🩷🩷”
“Derek loves his home away from home! He had another amazing stay with Julie and her family. They go above and beyond caring for him and even took him swimming! Thank you so much for all the tender loving care! He will miss you guys! ❤️”
“Trooper has an incredible time every time! Debbi always spoils him with love and attention. As always, thank you for taking such wonderful care of him while we are gone!”
“Sreymom did a fantastic job caring for Abbot and really went above and beyond with making him comfortable in her home. She supplemented his food with liver to ensure that he ate and also provided lots of good photos and videos.”
About: ⭐️ Get $20 off on your first booking with me! Use my code AISTEM74203. Hello! My name is Aistė (ice-tah) (she/her) and I am a small business owner and active dog walker in Capitol Hill. I'm a proud dog mom to Leila, a Blue Heeler/Jack Russel Terrier rescue. Leila and I are “Rock Star” certified by Flying Colors Canine Academy, a professional dog training school based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. We enjoy exploring every neighborhood of Seattle by bike or foot and hiking trails on the weekends. I have taken care of various dogs, cats, and small animals of all abilities, special needs, shapes, and sizes for over 20 years. I enjoy getting to know each pet's unique personality, training together (if needed), and going on fun adventures locally. I am currently accepting dogs, cats, and other animals for boarding and house sitting services. My schedule is flexible throughout the week as I work remotely part-time from home in Capitol Hill. I am now accepting new clients for boarding and house sitting. I live near Volunteer Park and would love to help your pet get their energy out with long walks at local parks and playtime at your home or in my fenced backyard. I have years of experience caring for dogs, cats, and other small animals in various environments and feel deeply in tune to their needs. For house sitting, I would like to meet in person or virtually to discuss your pet's needs so all questions and concerns are addressed.
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Kirkland is $60
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Kirkland
Ziyan was so helpful! I booked her last minute after a different Rover fell through, and she made it easy. You could tell Shasta had so much fun with her and her puppy Amber. It honestly seemed like the best experience ever for Shasta. Probably our best Rover yet, and I'll definitely be booking her again!
As always we were able to comfortably vacation knowing our fur baby was well taken care of — most definitely better days than his normal life !!! With plenty of walks and cuddles our boy gets spoiled with Valerie and her sweet fur baby Brittany as his best companions!!
Janette did such a great job with our dog, Cricket! Every photo we got, cricket looked so happy and well cared for. It seemed like she got tons of love and affection while we were away. Janette was also really easy to communicate with and kept us well informed the entire time. We had such a great experience and it seemed like cricket really did too!
This was the first time that our 3year old golden didn't sleep in her own house. We were a bit nervous but immediately after meeting this wonderful couple, we were put at ease. Within the first hour we received our first update and set of pictures (we received well over 30pics over the course of her 3 day stay) with updates daily. Our random check ins and questions were answered within minutes. This couple are our "go to" from now on. Could not recommend them more.
Natalia was very flexible in scheduling our initial meet & greet and understood our dog’s anxious behaviors. She sent daily photos, updates, and questions/concerns she had about his eating which we really appreciated the care and concern. We will definitely book her again when we need a rover in the future!
Joyce and Garrett were AMAZINGwith boarding my baby boy! They treated him like thimwir own, followed all the directives I gave them, accommodated a couple schedule changes, and sent a ton of pics and videos! Letting them care for him allwed me to have a major surgery and recovery in the hospital for 5 days! If ever I need to separate from him in the area again, I will absolutely call on this wonderful couple! Thanks so much!!!
Leah and her family were absolutely wonderful with my dog, Odin! He had so much fun during his stay and was incredibly well cared for. They are such a lovely, welcoming family, and it gave me complete peace of mind knowing Odin was in such good hands. I highly recommend Leah to anyone looking for a great pet sitter, and we will definitely be booking with her again!
Dominika and Arman were wonderful to work with and took great care of our dog Jackson. They were flexible on logistics to make things work, as we were just moving back to the Seattle area and needed to board our dog on relatively short notice when other plans didn't work out. We have a high-energy hound that needs a lot of exercise and engagement and also gets quite vocal when he gets excited. He's a great dog but he's not for everyone. Dominika and Arman were not phased by Jack's energy/volume/etc. but were super conscientious about Jack's well being and providing him the exercise and engagement he requires. I would recommend them to anyone and look forward to working with them in the future.
Kornelija was fantastic with our mini Australian Shepherd. She sent us frequent updates with pictures throughout the day, so we always knew Coco was happy and doing well. Coco came home relaxed and well cared for. We'd absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her.
Jaana took wonderful care of our 2-year-old Goldendoodle! She kept us updated throughout with regular messages and photos, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. She was attentive, caring, and made sure he got plenty of exercise, including multiple trips to the park. It was clear that she genuinely cares about the pets she looks after. We’re so happy with the experience and would absolutely recommend Jaana to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy pet sitter!
We had a last minute college tour trip back east come together and Joyce was able to easily accommodate our plans. Both our dogs came home perfectly happy and settled back into the routines without a missed beat -- something we take to mean that their stay elsewhere has not been stressful. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and we will be having Fezzik and Marge hang out with Joyce again soon!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Kirkland is $72 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $39 and $111 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 November 2026, there are 5,582 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Kirkland. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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.
92% of sitters in Kirkland 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 Kirkland home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Kirkland.
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Kirkland. On Rover:
- 85% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 92% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
You and your Kirkland 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 Rover Guarantee, 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.
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 WA 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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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