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Alyssa W.
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$38
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18 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202

Alyssa did great with Stark, she was very responsive and kept us up to date and treats the dogs like their her own when they are in her care.

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Thelma C.
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250 reviews
137 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202

This was our first stay with Thelma. She took good care of our pups and sent pictures every couple of days. We would definitely use Thelma again!

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Lori M.
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132 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202

Both Lori and husband Jim are very much dog lovers. Our pet Xena was well taken care of and it was obvious she enjoyed her stay. Pictures sent showed Xena was pampered just as much with Lori as she is at home. Will definitely book Lori again the next time we have an out of town trip.

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Frances B.
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$26
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35 reviews
16 repeat clients
54 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34240

Frances took such great care of my fur babies! I felt 100% confident leaving them with her. They were free to have full reign of the home as if they lived there. They also had a nice big back yard to explore if they wanted. She gave them extra perks like watermelon on a hot day (we talked in advance about treats) and a cooling mat to lie on. Don’t look any further! You’ve found a gem 💎

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Kendal & Demardre P.
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$35
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46 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Bradenton, FL, 34203

Kendal and Demardre were fantastic! It was a busy weekend and they were great handling our dog. She communicated great and sent lots of pictures!

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Jewell V.
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$48
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25 reviews
9 repeat clients
58 years of experience
Arlington Park, Sarasota, FL, 34239

Jewell is a true jewel!! My nervous pup flourished with her and her sweet pups. My dog is a singlet and isn’t around dogs a lot !Jewell’s pups welcomed her into their home and became great friends with my pup. I appreciate the socialization she received while staying with Jewell. We will be using her again. She is amazing, her home setup is perfect. Jewell is fantastic for nervous dogs. Highly recommended!

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Beth L.
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28 reviews
12 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34233

Sadie went to Beth’s house for the weekend! She had fun and gets excited when she goes over there. Sadie & Snickers get along well, Beth is a great sitter, communicates and sends pics during her stay!

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Marlena B.
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73 reviews
27 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202

Marlena was amazing, I have one introverted elderly puppy and one extroverted 8 month old puppy and they both were happy and well taken care of.

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Stephany C.
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Cindy & Steve W.
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111 reviews
50 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34240

They are a really nice family and they always kept in touch with us, they send us pictures everyday I am really thankful with them because they took care of our dog like if they were the owners. I really recommend them

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viktoryia s.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
26 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Arlington Park, Sarasota, FL, 34239

We couldn’t be happier with the care Viktoryia and her family provided for our corgi, Emma. From the initial meet and greet, we knew Emma would be in great hands and treated like part of their family. It was wonderful to hear that she got along well with Coco and their daughter. Throughout Emma’s stay, Viktoryia kept us updated with adorable videos showing Emma happy, comfortable, and having a great time. Those updates gave us peace of mind and made our vacation even more enjoyable. Viktoryia is an exceptional sitter, and we would gladly have her watch our Emma again!

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Sofia G.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
11 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34232

She sent lots of pictures and was very accommodating with sh l schedule for pick up and drop off, as well as a meetup to make sure the dogs got along with her dogs. Plenty of space for the dogs to run around and play outside including a nice shaded area with a koi pond. Thank you for taking care of our dogs while we were away for the weekend.

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Linda A.
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28 reviews
8 repeat clients
55 years of experience
Bradenton, FL, 34212

You won't find a better pet sitter than Linda and her husband Brian. They are devoted to their sweet girl Carmi, who plays so well with any dog they bring into their home. I have no worries when I leave Hank, other than she will be booked the next time I need her. 😍♥️

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Audrey & Joseph D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
13 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Bradenton, FL, 34203

Audrey areas great with Rocky. Gave our older dog lots of attention and walks. Very good about sending pictures and texts while we were gone for a week.

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Nicole P.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Bradenton, FL, 34202

About: I have been in the animal field for more than 25 years. I was a vet tech and worked for a service dogs school. I am trained in emergency medicine and first aid for dogs. I love spending time with pets and showing them love. I am a full time teacher but I am off during the summer and would love to spend my time watching your pets. I have a 10 year old daughter and two additional dogs at home. I have a fenced in yard and a pool. No worries if your dog doesn’t swim we also have a fence around the pool. I have two large labs that are friendly and well trained. A daughter who loves animals and my husband is an iron worker. I have been trained with proper leash handling skills and dog behavior.

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Lisa P.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
15 years of experience
Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202

About: What sets me apart is my lifelong experience and genuine love for dogs. I’ve raised my own dog since she was 2 months old until she was 12.5 and crossed the rainbow bridge in May of 2026. So I understand every stage from puppy energy to senior comfort. I also grew up with family dogs and have even helped two dogs deliver puppies, giving me hands-on experience with newborns, mama dogs, and special care needs. I’m patient, gentle, and very attentive to each dog’s personality and routine. As a bilingual toddler mom with a naturally nurturing style, I make sure every dog feels safe, loved, and cared for like family. Your pet will get kindness, consistency, and the same level of attention I give my own. Pet care fits naturally into our daily routine. I’m a full-time single mom, and my son absolutely adores animals—we spend a lot of time outdoors, going for walks, playing, and staying active. Adding your dog to our routine is easy and enjoyable for us. Whether it’s walks, playtime, or just keeping them company, I’m already in a rhythm that allows your pet to get plenty of attention, exercise, and affection throughout the day. In my home, pets follow a loving and consistent routine. I provide food twice a day (or according to your dog’s usual schedule), plenty of potty breaks, and a safe, cozy space to rest. There’s lots of playtime, outdoor time, and of course plenty of hugs and attention. I make sure every dog feels relaxed, cared for, and included as part of the family. If I’m caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow your routine exactly—feeding times, walks, crate use, and any special instructions—so your pet feels comfortable and secure in their familiar environment.

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Abigail J.
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$55
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14 reviews
3 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Sarasota, FL, 34243

Riley was happy and well cared for. Abigail provided pictures and regular updates. She showed love and affection towards Riley and asked the right questions about feeding and walks etc. We will definately be using her again!

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Rebecca D.
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17 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202

There are truly no words to describe how amazing rebecca is — she’s the absolute best of the best! From day one, she’s gone above and beyond in every single way and has genuinely become part of our family. Our dog lights up the second she sees her, and that says it all. She doesn’t just care for our pup — she loves her, spoils her, and treats her like her own. The level of kindness, reliability, and heart she puts into what she does is unmatched. We never worry for a second when our dog is with her because we know she’s getting the same love and attention she gets at home — maybe even more! She sends thoughtful updates, adorable photos, and always pays attention to the little details that make such a difference. People like her are one in a million, and we feel unbelievably lucky to have found her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tiana C.
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Tiana C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lakewood ranch, FL, 34202

I had to leave my sick pup while I worked and Tiana and her daughter cared for him and kept me updated throughout the night and day which I appreciated so much. Thank you!

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Alicia B.
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11 reviews
5 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Bradenton, FL, 34203

Alicia was a great caretaker. Quickly responded to check-ins and occasionally sent us photos to show us that our pup was acclimated and happy.

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Michelle S.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
9 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Lakewood ranch, FL, 34202

Mila had a great stay! They gave her lots of loving and sent pictures through out her stay! Whenever we go out of town again I know Mila will be in good hands:)

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Lauren H.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Lakewood Ranch is $45

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Ashley was wonderful with Lulu during our 6 night trip. She had great communication, sent daily photo updates, followed all of our care requests, and made us feel completely comfortable boarding our pup while we were away. Lulu was happy and well cared for when we picked her up, and Ashley even packed up all of her gear for pickup, which was so thoughtful. We would absolutely book with her again!

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Ashlee P.
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Lori has always been so great with Zoey. She’s is up to date with how she’s doing and sending daily photos of Zoey. A quiet, chilled environment which Zoey enjoys :)

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Chan S.
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Lisa was great and we would definitely use her again. She communicated often, sent pics and loved on our dogs. Highly recommend!

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Kathryn C.
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Alyssa was great to work with, keep us updated on our pet's status, with pictures daily. Was easy to communicate with and our pet came home very Happy.

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Stephen K.
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We had a wonderful experience with Amy! She provided daily photos and frequent updates, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Her communication was excellent, and it was clear she treated our dog as if she were her own. We couldn’t have asked for better care and would highly recommend her!

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Lori Q.
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Thelma is a great sitter, reliable and trustworthy. Katie enjoyed her stay at her lovely home. It is such a relief to know that Katie is being well cared for. We look forward to using Thelma again in the near future.

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Deborah B.
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Would definitely recommend. Jenna was very nice. Drop off and pick up was super easy. Thank you Jenna!

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Sarah M.
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Tiana did an amazing job with my little boy! She was kind, playful and loving. Definitely recommend her with any little puppy!

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Marie Parry P.
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Lorin is absolutely the best dog sitter we have ever had!!! She has worked miracles with our nervous little dog. She is also an absolute pleasure to work with! Thank you, Lorin! You're amazing!

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Kent C.
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This is the second time we have left our small Havenese with Michelle. Izzy was very happy staying with her. Will use her again!

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Karen G.
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Vanessa is a wonderful carer and Lana always returns to us happy and healthy. We are very comfortable and confident when Lana is with Vanessa.

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Deirdre M.
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Such a great pup sitter. Our senior dog had a great time with Alex and we had no worries! Will definitely have Max stay with Alex for all of our out of town travel!

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Kal B.
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Rebecca did a great job with Trixie. She was very attentive and had her all packed up and ready to go. We’ll definitely use her again.

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William N.
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She was so loving and caring for our pup! Will definitely be using her again! She sent picture updates throughout the stay. ! I left her stay at my house while I was away and did not have any doubts with her in my house! Very trustworthy

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Kortney S.
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We couldn't have had a better experience with Cheryl. Our elderly dog was extremely well taken care of and we'll certainly have Cheryl as our go-to sitter.

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Tim B.
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I I could not have asked for a More patient, kind, and loving Sitter to take care of Millie! Thank you, Elaine for making my baby feel so loved

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Amy S.
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Paige is amazing! Highly recommend. Lots of updates. I felt very comfortable having her watch my Piper!

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Emily K.
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Teresa was awesome with our senior dog and he really enjoyed his stay!! She has the cutest beagle who was great as well!! We definitely will use her again!!

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Susan C.
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We are so glad we found Neha to take care of our little chihuahua mix when we’re gone! Neha watched her for more than a week, and we were always comfortable and confident that she was in competent, caring hands. Neha communicated regularly, with photos to keep us informed. We recommend Neha highly!

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Brett S.
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Sarah and Aaron were awesome! Loving home. Great family environment and clearly experienced with animals. Also super accommodating with scheduling! Will definitely book with them agsin’

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Lorie G.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Lakewood Ranch on Rover is $42.18 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 1,737 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Lakewood Ranch. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

99% of Lakewood Ranch sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Lakewood Ranch landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Lakewood Ranch 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 Lakewood Ranch.

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.

You and your Lakewood Ranch 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 FL 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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