Dog Boarding in Madison
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Top rated Madison dog boarders
“Absolutely wonderful!! Zoe and her roommates took such great care of Walter. Zoe was so sweet to send me pictures and kept me updated on how he was doing. She truly treated Walter like her own and I couldn’t be happier. I look forward to using her again in the future!”
“Sofi took incredible care of our girl! She was always responsive and sent us frequent updates where I could see how happy Kiwi was. She is very knowledgeable about pet care and I would trust her with Kiwi anytime! Thank you again for giving so much love to Kiwi!!”
“Jessica and her kiddos were great to my dog! He got along well with her doggos and she kept them all super active! Really appreciated all the pictures and updates while I was gone. Would 100%book with her again!”
“Yoki and Derek were extremely welcoming to our dog and had great communication with us throughout the stay. They have the perfect house/yard for your pet to get plenty of exercise or just hang out. I would recommend booking with them.”
“Hope was fantastic. This was only the second time I have left my dog overnight, and Hope eased all of the worries I had and then some. Whenever I need a dog sitter again, Hope will be the first person I ask!”
“Lindsay was quick to respond to all my messages and made it easy to arrange drop off and pick up. She sent a number of photos of my dog and took her for a number of long walks, just what the dog needs to balance her abundance energy. I would highly recommend her and will use her again.”
“We needed care for our new dog and Edith was very welcoming. She had us over to do a meet and greet prior to our dog’s first visit which put us at ease. During his visit she gave us updates and photos which helped us know he was doing well and having a good time. She communicates well and has a lovely home that our dog enjoyed going to. We look forward for to using her again.”
“Michelle and her family were stellar! Our two golden retrievers were with them for the weekend. She sent pictures and updates each day and checked in with us on questions. Couldn't be happier with the care they received or her communication! Great experience.”
“Emily was great. She had quick communication and accepted my booking fast. I needed my buddy boarded for a few hours the next day due to a job interview and didn't have many options. Emily had great communication and was easy to work with. I would recommend her to others in the future. I just hope Rudy treated her well.”
“Margaret was beyond sweet and accommodating, she took excellent care of my senior pup and gave her plenty of attention, care, and exceptional feedback. We’re new to the area and will only book with her, she's earned a trusted client. Highly recommend Margaret for any pet sitting needs!”
“Joan was so great with our pup! He can be a handful sometimes and Joan did such a great job of not only attending to his puppy energy and mischief but also was great at easing our anxieties about leaving him for the weekend. Joan sent a lot of photos with a daily update and even got our pup out to a dog park! Would absolutely book with her again!”
“Maddie and Anna were wonderful hosts! They were very great at communicating and sent me photos of my pup while I was away. Upon meeting them it was quickly evident how much they love dogs, so I knew Ringo was in good hands. We'll be a repeat client for sure!”
“Julie was absolutely fantastic. She knows dog behavior very well and I completely trusted her with my 12 week old puppy who is very nervous. Julie went above and beyond to make sure my puppy was comfortable and well taken care of. Highly recommend!”
“Mary took our dog for our wedding weekend and she was great! Pugsy had a great time with her dog, going on a walk, and going to the dog park! She sent pictures and we did not worry about Pugsy at all! We will definitely book with Mary in the future!”
“Our dog is very comfortable with Manu and staying at her house. Manu is very intuitive about a a dog's needs and wants and takes the time to create a comfortable stay. I have completed trust that our dog is in good hands when she stays with Manu!”
“Bentley had a great time with you both! Thanks for taking such good care of our baby! We REALLY appreciated the pictures you sent while he was with you, too! We will absolutely book with you again.”
“Scott was so great! Came through and took such good care of Penny when we were in need last minute. She was happy and loved and we received nice updates. Will definitely have him watch Penny again.”
“Bob takes such great care of our pug Dottie, we felt confident in his ability to make her comfortable and relaxed. Bob also gave Dottie the medication she is on, kept us up to date with texts and photos!! Thanks again Bob, Dottie misses you already!!”
Over 6,115 pet parents in Madison have booked dog boarding
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Madison is $45
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Sitters in Madison average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Nov 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Madison is $45 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $315. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Madison dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $61 per night.
As of Nov 2025, 444 sitters provided dog boarding in Madison. 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, 93% of Madison dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Madison have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Madison.
Rover makes it easy to find Madison 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 444 dog boarding sitters in Madison on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Madison, 91% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 98% 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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