Dog Boarding in Kirkwood, DE
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“Barbra and her family were the BEST decision we ever made!! We just got a dog and had a trip we could not cancel (scheduled before we got a dog) and were nervous about what to do. Choosing Barbra made everything so perfect. She was so attentive caring and kind, treated our dog as if it was her own. In fact i think our dog and her dog are new BFFs now ?. We got updates, pics and videos while we were gone to take all the nervousness away…she’s the absolute best, with a fantastic yard for the dogs to play. I don’t think our dog wanted to leave!! It was like a vacation for him too lol. Highly recommend Barbra and will definitely use again!!!”
“Katherine and her family were absolutely amazing to my little guy. She sent me lots of updates and pictures of him while I was away which I loved. I'll definitely be booking with her again!”
“My dog had such a good time with Jill & Thomas that he almost did not want to come home. Translation, he was very comfortable, felt safe and enjoyed the home's human and dog interactions. Great experience for us all!”
“Tabby came through for us when we were in a pinch with finding a place for our two boxers and we are forever thankful.. Our boxers certainly enjoyed their time in her big back yard.”
“Claudia was absolutely fantastic! She sent frequent updates with pictures and was super caring. I could tell that she has a true passion for animals when I first met her. Everything worked out so easily that I had no cares leaving my dog behind. I will be using her again for sure. Thanks Claudia!!!!”
“Rackeem was awesome with my dogs while I was on vacation! He took excellent care of my fur babies and I highly recommend him! He provides daily updates and pictures so you can be assured your pets are safe and doing well while in his care. He's also a great trainer as well! He helped my very active 14 month old pup 🐶 stop pulling so much while on our walks.”
“Yvonne & Joseph took exceedingly good care of my pup while i was away for 10 days. I will not hesitate to book them again in the future and certainly recommend them to anyone looking to board their dog with someone trustworthy and who genuinely cares about the safety and comfort of your four-legged friend”
“Nikkita is awesome! Second time choosing her for dog boarding and she has been nothing but good to my fur baby. Great communication and updates. We highly recommend her”
“Our dog stayed with Jen for four days, and he was coddled and so well cared for! We got frequent updates and pictures, and know he had a great time. We would have no hesitation to have our boy stay again!”
“Elisabeth was absolutely amazing! Leaving my Great Dane, Blueberry, for the weekend was so hard, but she made the entire experience so much easier for both of us. From the moment I dropped him off, I could tell how much care and compassion she puts into what she does. She treated Blueberry like he was her own, which is no small task because he’s not the easiest dog to handle. Elisabeth kept me updated with the pictures and videos that made me feel continually comforted while I was missing him. It was clear that she genuinely cared about Blueberry’s happiness and comfort, which gave me so much peace of mind during my separation anxiety. What truly stood out was her extraordinary level of care. When Blueberry got up in the middle of the night, Elisabeth didn’t just leave him on his own—she went out to the couch and slept with him to make sure he felt secure. That thoughtful, empathetic gesture is more than I ever could have expected. I couldn’t be more grateful for Elisabeth and everything she did for Blueberry and me this weekend. She went above and beyond in every way, and I’m so excited for the chance to work with her again in the future. Thank you so much again Elisabeth!”
About: I own It takes a village animal rescue, though I am taking a 2 year break, I have had 451 dogs come through my rescue in the last 10 years. I can help with house training, and basic puppy skills. I have probably had about 100 plus puppies in the last 10 years. I have a facebook account for the rescue and you can see all that My Volunteers and I have done over the years. It has been an everyday ordeal, in a good way for over 10 years. I own It Takes A Village Animal Rescue, but taking a break for a few years. I also own a stained glass business out of my home, so I am home most of the time. I have a fenced in yard with lots of room to roam. I also have Mr Donovan, 110 pound hound mix that lost his 2 playmates in the last 2 months, so he would love having anotherfriend to hang/ play with.
“Amrita was amazing. She took great care of my dog Starky! She was very accommodating to my picky eater. When I picked him up after his stay, he came running to me then went back to her which tells me how much he loved her. Thank you Amrita for taking care of Starky as your own!”
“Yet again, a flawless stay! Justin and Stephanie provided extra love (and chicken!) to our pup and kept us in the loop daily. Could not be happier with them!”
“Ashley did an amazing job with my dog Bella. She was kind and friendly, She was easy to book with and fast with responding. Had a clean home and her dog is friendly as well. My Bella came back home the same way I had sent her! Amazing job”
“We needed a last minute sitter for our reactive pup and Susan was willing to take her with ease. She sent us pictures of our girl relaxing and being her goofy self throughout her stay. Our little Birdie was right at home with Susan and loved the backyard. We will definitely book with her again!”
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Katie D.Star Sitter
“Katie was great! I felt comfortable going on my vacation and having Max stay with Katie. I will definitely be booking with Katie again in the future!”
Barbra F.Star Sitter
“Barbra and her family were the BEST decision we ever made!! We just got a dog and had a trip we could not cancel (scheduled before we got a dog) and were nervous about what to do. Choosing Barbra made everything so perfect. She was so attentive caring and kind, treated our dog as if it was her own. In fact i think our dog and her dog are new BFFs now ?. We got updates, pics and videos while we were gone to take all the nervousness away…she’s the absolute best, with a fantastic yard for the dogs to play. I don’t think our dog wanted to leave!! It was like a vacation for him too lol. Highly recommend Barbra and will definitely use again!!!”
Katherine B.Star Sitter
“Katherine and her family were absolutely amazing to my little guy. She sent me lots of updates and pictures of him while I was away which I loved. I'll definitely be booking with her again!”
Jill & Thomas K.
“My dog had such a good time with Jill & Thomas that he almost did not want to come home. Translation, he was very comfortable, felt safe and enjoyed the home's human and dog interactions. Great experience for us all!”
Tabby A.
“Tabby came through for us when we were in a pinch with finding a place for our two boxers and we are forever thankful.. Our boxers certainly enjoyed their time in her big back yard.”
Bella S.Star Sitter
“Bella was very communicative and took such great care of my Sadie. They loved her there and Sadie loved it there too. Will definitely book again.”
Claudia T.Star Sitter
“Claudia was absolutely fantastic! She sent frequent updates with pictures and was super caring. I could tell that she has a true passion for animals when I first met her. Everything worked out so easily that I had no cares leaving my dog behind. I will be using her again for sure. Thanks Claudia!!!!”
Rackeem R.
“Rackeem was awesome with my dogs while I was on vacation! He took excellent care of my fur babies and I highly recommend him! He provides daily updates and pictures so you can be assured your pets are safe and doing well while in his care. He's also a great trainer as well! He helped my very active 14 month old pup 🐶 stop pulling so much while on our walks.”
Yvonne & Joseph K.
“Yvonne & Joseph took exceedingly good care of my pup while i was away for 10 days. I will not hesitate to book them again in the future and certainly recommend them to anyone looking to board their dog with someone trustworthy and who genuinely cares about the safety and comfort of your four-legged friend”
Nikkita J.Star Sitter
“Nikkita is awesome! Second time choosing her for dog boarding and she has been nothing but good to my fur baby. Great communication and updates. We highly recommend her”
Jen P.
“Our dog stayed with Jen for four days, and he was coddled and so well cared for! We got frequent updates and pictures, and know he had a great time. We would have no hesitation to have our boy stay again!”
Andrea P.Star Sitter
“Andrea was amazing and I felt completely comfortable leaving my dog with her for his first time at boarding. I will definitely be using her again!”
Elisabeth A.
“Elisabeth was absolutely amazing! Leaving my Great Dane, Blueberry, for the weekend was so hard, but she made the entire experience so much easier for both of us. From the moment I dropped him off, I could tell how much care and compassion she puts into what she does. She treated Blueberry like he was her own, which is no small task because he’s not the easiest dog to handle. Elisabeth kept me updated with the pictures and videos that made me feel continually comforted while I was missing him. It was clear that she genuinely cared about Blueberry’s happiness and comfort, which gave me so much peace of mind during my separation anxiety. What truly stood out was her extraordinary level of care. When Blueberry got up in the middle of the night, Elisabeth didn’t just leave him on his own—she went out to the couch and slept with him to make sure he felt secure. That thoughtful, empathetic gesture is more than I ever could have expected. I couldn’t be more grateful for Elisabeth and everything she did for Blueberry and me this weekend. She went above and beyond in every way, and I’m so excited for the chance to work with her again in the future. Thank you so much again Elisabeth!”
Cynthia M.
“Cindi owner of ITAVAR (It Takes A Village Animal Rescure) does an amazing job and has rescued hundreds of Dogs. Cindi is very knowledgeable , experienced and really knows her stuff! She is quite experienced. Highly recommend 👏”
Amrita T.Star Sitter
“Amrita was amazing. She took great care of my dog Starky! She was very accommodating to my picky eater. When I picked him up after his stay, he came running to me then went back to her which tells me how much he loved her. Thank you Amrita for taking care of Starky as your own!”
Justin & Stephanie W.Star Sitter
“Yet again, a flawless stay! Justin and Stephanie provided extra love (and chicken!) to our pup and kept us in the loop daily. Could not be happier with them!”
Ashley C.
“Ashley did an amazing job with my dog Bella. She was kind and friendly, She was easy to book with and fast with responding. Had a clean home and her dog is friendly as well. My Bella came back home the same way I had sent her! Amazing job”
Susan C.
“We needed a last minute sitter for our reactive pup and Susan was willing to take her with ease. She sent us pictures of our girl relaxing and being her goofy self throughout her stay. Our little Birdie was right at home with Susan and loved the backyard. We will definitely book with her again!”
Sunaina D.
“Thanks Suniana for taking care of our dog Sunny while we were out in vacation. Sunny had a great time with you. Thanks for sharing lots of pics and videos with us each day.”
Caitlin M.
“Bruno had a great time with Caitlin. She sent pictures throughout his stay and kept in great communications. I will definitely be using her again.”
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As of Aug 2025, 474 sitters provided dog boarding in Kirkwood. 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 Kirkwood dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Kirkwood have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 Kirkwood.
Rover makes it easy to find Kirkwood 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 474 dog boarding sitters in Kirkwood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Kirkwood, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 92% 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.
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