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Sitter Profile Image: Ruth B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
30 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53704

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful, trustworthy, and genuinely caring dog sitter! I cannot recommend Ruth highly enough! She took wonderful care of my dog, Titou, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Ruth was responsible, attentive, trustworthy, and genuinely committed to making sure Titou felt comfortable, happy, and safe. I particularly appreciated her excellent communication and regular updates, which gave me tremendous peace of mind while we were apart. Ruth clearly understands that every dog has their own personality, needs, and routines. She approaches pet care with patience, kindness, and genuine affection. She provided a welcoming, secure environment where Titou felt completely at home. Finding someone you can truly trust with your beloved companion is invaluable. Titou was happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. I would absolutely trust Ruth with him again and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate, and conscientious dog sitter!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Gina S.
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Gina S.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middleton, WI, 53562

“Gina is great! We did a meet and greet first so her and my dogs could get acquainted, and to make sure it would be safe for all. She sent me pics of my boys while I was away and I really appreciated that! She treated my boys like her own fur babies! I highly recommend Gina! 5 stars for sure!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brandon T.
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Brandon T.
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$30
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15 years of experience
Middleton, WI, 53562

About: With over 15 years of dog experience and a genuine love for animals, I provide compassionate and reliable care for your furry friends. As a proud owner of a adorable 5-year-old Goldendoodle, I understand the importance of trust and dedication when it comes to caring for your pet. Let's give your dog the loving attention they deserve! My work schedule is from 2 PM to 11 PM, but I have a two-hour dinner break in the evening, giving me plenty of time to take your dog out, play, and ensure they get the care and attention they need. Your pet's happiness and well-being are my priority! I care for pets in the comfort of your home, ensuring they feel safe and loved while you're away. I'll give your pet personalized attention, follow their routine, and care for their needs as if they were my own, so you can relax knowing your furry friend is in good hands.

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Alyssa W.
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$26
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lake Edge, Madison, WI, 53716

“Alyssa was excellent with our pup, Maggie! I can't recommend her enough. She was flexible with pick up and drop off times, which was very helpful with our chaotic schedule. She sent several timely photos and updates, which was very reassuring especially when we missed her on our trip. Definitely would love to book again!”

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$59
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 91 reviews
26 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Oregon, WI, 53575

“Ryan and his family were amazing when watching cooper! We will never go back to a boarding place after leaving cooper with them. They sent us pictures and let us know what he was doing throughout the day. We definitely be reaching back out to Ryan and his family!!”

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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 289 reviews
151 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590

“Wonderful people, and excellent sitters to sit your dog. They know dogs. Theyve been doing ut a long time. They really care about what they do. There is always someone there. My pup got exercise and playmates and a good staycation . i will use them next time im in madison if theyre available.”

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Taylor B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 116 reviews
34 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Prairie Hills, Madison, WI, 53711

“Taylor did a great job making sure Madigan was comfortable and adjusted. Madigan enjoyed her stay and the care she received. The only unknown was how Madigan would tolerate the cats and some dogs since her diagnosis of advanced heart disease. She did okay sometimes and sometimes not. It probably fluctuates with how she's feeling in the moment. There were no major issues. I highly recommend Taylor as an option for your pet!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Hillary L.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 176 reviews
54 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Vilas, Madison, WI, 53711

About: I absolutely adore animals. I feel so completely honored when a client trusts me to take care of their precious furkids! I have been doing this a long time, about 12 years! I’ve had animals all my life (gerbils, birds, fish, a newt, cats, dogs). I’ve cared for sheep, horses, donkeys, and all the traditional pets. What are my strengths? Why should you choose me? Well, I have anxiety which has proven to be a huge asset with this job haha. I triple check medicine doses, I am a fanatic about fresh water and making sure an animal’s needs are met and they’re as happy as I can possibly make them. I relate strongly to anxious pets and have a lot of patience for them; I know a few tricks to get them to be more comfortable. I work with reactive dogs and understand it’s fear and take all the precautions needed to keep everyone safe. I’m also learning positive-reinforcement dog training? Need help? I’ll do what I can but I am not a certified trainer yet but know a few things and am always trying to learn more! When you leave on vacation I so totally understand how scary it can be to leave behind your little critters with a stranger. I try hard to make it a vacation for them as well. For dogs that means I’ll ask what their favorite activities and treats are. If dog park trips are allowed, we will hit them up! Do they like swimming? Then it’s off to Stoughton for a dip in the water! I also check the water quality. Again, anxiety is an asset cause it keeps your pets safe! How about your cats? What are they into? What toys do they like most? I like to make toys to put on wands to keep it fresh and interesting. Cats are curious and love to explore so I will likely ask if I can build forts for them. I love doing that and I have rarely met a cat who wasn’t interested in checking out something new! Again, it’s about making sure the pets are having a special and fun time while you’re having a great time, too. I love taking pics and send a lot and update you on how things are going. I would love that as a pet owner and would hate for you to have to wonder if they’re ok. I’d rather you know they are. That said, I will also let you know if something doesn’t seem quite right. As much as I hate to worry a client, safety first. I monitor anything a bit strange and have no qualms about taking a pet to the vet to be safe. Ideally we will discuss that first unless it’s an emergency then we just gotta get there. That’s rare but needs to be discussed firstly so the name of the vet you use will help me a lot. What else? I’m passionate about what I do. I find things to love with all the animals I care for and especially love how my clients love their pets. Like to leave a ton of notes? Cool! I want to do what you prefer. Anytime we can stick to their routine means less stress for the animals and I’m all for that. I’ve given a lot of meds over the years, pills, insulin, feeding tubes, subcutaneous fluids…. I’m not afraid of any of that. I even know what to do if your pet is having a seizure but please provide gloves for that medication haha. Feel free to ask me anything. This is my full-time job. I’m devoted to working around your timeframe to keep visits and stays as consistent as possible. I like to be there when you expect me to be. At my house it’s really just a resting area as it’s small. I take on very few dogs as a result because I have 2 cats. Our fun at my place revolves around dog park trips, pet store trips, and group walks. Your dog would be my sidekick! In a client’s home it varies since it’s about what you want. The first question I’ll ask you is what is their daily routine like? When do they wake up, when so they eat, do they have a set walk route or can it be varied; which dogs do we need to avoid, if any. Same for cats, how is their day spent? How do you pet them? How do you play with them? How do you talk to them? I want to know what they like and you’re the expert here. That said, I do like to introduce fun, new toys and experiences if allowed to make it extra special.

Sitter Profile Image: Neema J.
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Neema J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53703

“Neema was great. Very responsive and easy to work with. Took great care of our dog and updated us along the way. We felt very comfortable leaving her in his care. He has a nice setup in his home and lives across the street from a park- a dogs dream location.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christina & Jeremy C.
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Christina & Jeremy C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 81 reviews
45 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Verona, WI, 53593

“My dog loves being at Christina and Jeremy's! They do a great job with boarding and my Pomeranian (who can sometimes be stressed by new environments/people) felt right at home with them. Highly recommend this sitter!”

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Emily H.
Sitter Profile Image: Shuting Z.
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Shuting Z.
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$72
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
14 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Sunset Village, MADISON, WI, 53705

“Shuting took such great care of our dog. It was clear she is a true dog lover, her dog Frances is really sweet and got along great with our dog, she sent tons of pictures, and our dog was tuckered out when he got home. Thank you, Shuting!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Giorgia d.
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Giorgia d.
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$40
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1 year of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53715

About: I am very loving and attentive. Dogs who stay with me are taken out for walks multiple times a day! I have experience in giving medication and taking care of elderly cats. I’m currently a student so I have a lot of availability throughout the day since my classes aren’t taxing. My schedule is very flexible and I can accommodate. I live in an apartment in the center of Madison. The Medonta lake is right across from me along with some parks. I am usually at home so I can accommodate with every pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Hannah S.
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Hannah S.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 71 reviews
35 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Midvale Heights Community, Madison, WI, 53711

“Hannah was great! She was very flexible with letting us drop our dog off very early in the morning. She also sent us text updates and pictures while we were gone. We will definitely use Hannah again!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Meaghan M.
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Meaghan M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Middleton, WI, 53562

“1000% would recommend! Meaghan and her husband are so wonderful, and kept us updated with photos and videos throughout. Our dog loves playing with their sweet dog and he gets lots of cuddles from them and love. This is our second time using them as dog sitters and our dog seemed so excited to see them. There is nothing greater when you have to drop them off and to know that they are happy to be there and in good hands. :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sophia H.
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Sophia H.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
4 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Capitol, Madison, WI, 53703

“Sophia was wonderful to tilly. She sent lots of pics and updates and was very patient with her as she warmed up! Will definitely be using her services in the future!”

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$74
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 96 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Whitetail Ridge, Madison, WI, 53704

“Nick provided awesome care for our pooch! Our dog, Hal, was so content with his new friend, that when I rang the doorbell to pick him up, he remarkably snoozed through it (and was happy and healthy, to boot)! Nick sent photo updates throughout the stay, and took Hal to the park and ran around with him. Nick's also at a convenient north side location, close the airport and 39/90/94, if you need to drop off your pet before traveling. All our thanks, Nick!”

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Sofia H.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
7 years of experience
Fitchburg, WI, 53711

“We had such a great experience with Sofia watching our dog this past weekend! She was very accommodating, knowledgeable, and great at communicating throughout Bourbon’s stay. She sent plenty of updates and photos, which was reassuring and made it easy to know our dog was happy and well taken care of! Bourbon seemed very comfortable and like he was in great hands. We would 100% book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Karen C.
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Karen C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Middleton, WI, 53562

“Very nice and caring. Her and her daughter took both of my dogs on a nice walk and tired them out. They went above and beyond for my pups. Great sitter, I would book with her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mikaela M.
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Mikaela M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lake Edge, Madison, WI, 53716

“Our sheepadoodle had a good time playing with Mikaela’s dog, Theo. The fenced backyard is a big plus for playtime! We would definitely leave our dog in her care again.”

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Maria & Bryan P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Waunakee, WI, 53597

“Marysia and Bryan did a great job taking care of Lyla. Sent lots of updates and their dogs were super fun for her to play with!”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hannah is great and gives our dog lots of love, walks and great care. Communicates a lot while we’re gone and is easy to reach. Very appreciative for her and her family.

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Emily S.
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Would 100% recommend!! Zhuhan took amazing care of our 8 month old puppy while we were on vacation. The updates and attention to detail made it so stress free!

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TTF
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Beatrice was so kind to help me out last minute with caring for my pup. He was very happy to see her, and seemed very relaxed when I picked him up. I am so grateful to have her to help so I can feel at ease when I travel.

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Talitha H.
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Ines is great and our dog had a great time and came back tired from all of the long walks. Would recommend.

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Henry A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rachel and Eric were amazing with our dog. They were attentive and caring; they really treated my dog like she was their own.

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Marissa F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Manu is kind, caringand dedicated to making sure your dog feels loved and adored while you are away! She is our go-to pet sitter for our dog Rosie. She provides us with frequent pictures and updates which is greatly appreciated.

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Erica B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Olivia is fantastic with Ollie! She is great at communicating and sending pics. Ollie just loves her. Highly recommend!

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Angi K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kat is super kind, communicative, and sent us lots of pictures and updates about our dog while we were away. We felt confident and comfortable leaving our dog in her care and will definitely continue to request her services!

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Addie C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Da was very responsive and took very good care of our dog! She sent updates throughout the couple days and everything went very smooth!

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Donnie L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sofi was professional and prompt in responding to messages. She also sent updates/pictures of Ziva, who was quite comfy in Sofi's apartment. Drop-off and pick-up were simple given the loading zone right outside her apartment complex.

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Tanya H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Caroline was an amazing host to my golden retriever, Lottie. Lottie was immediately excited to hang out with her, was sad to come home, and looked delighted in all of the photos in between. Thank you for taking such good care of my baby!!

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Lindsay V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Flash had a fun weekend with Tom and his dog. I appreciated that he was willing to drop Flash off at our house at the end of the stay.

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Edward B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Janie. Polo was very well cared for. Janie shared regular updates and photos while we were away and made us always feel connected. Thank you Janie !

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Akshay A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

5 star reviews for every time we've taken my "big boy" there. Can't say enough about how they take care & love dogs! You won't be disappointed.

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Diane M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hillary was amazing with our 6mo puppy Leo! He is very much a puppy and can be a handful, but Hillary kept a good eye on him and made sure he was entertained with, toys, treats, etc! She sent great detailed updates with plenty of pics so we felt very up to date on everything they got up to! Will definitely be rebooking with Hillary and can’t recommend her enough :)

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Hannah B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gabrielle was a wonderful sitter for Luna. My pup has a lot of energy, and needs consistent exercises Gabrielle took her on regular runs and regularly sent me photos of their adventures! I highly recommend Gabrielle if you have a high energy breed.

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Abigail Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jennifer and Phil do an amazing job with my dog! Always confident that my dog is safe and very well cared for.

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Heather A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Another wonderful boarding experience with Maddie! She always takes such great care of Joey and this time was no exception. Although he was battling an ear infection during his stay, she was able to give him his ear drops every day (along with his growing list of meds and supplements as a senior dog.) Joey came home a happy and healthy pup, thanks to Maddie. We highly recommend her for your pet care needs!

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Natalia A.
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Remy had an amazing stay! He's a little special because of his tummy issues, so it is very hard for me to leave him at all, but it's just a little easier knowing he's in caring hands. Thank you so much for all of the photos and updates. I really appreciate all that you did to make him comfortable. Remy sends his love!

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Vianna A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Great communication. Easy booking, drop-off, and pick-up. Updates w photos while we were gone. Happy dog. We would recommend David and use him again in the future.

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The average cost of Pet Boarding in Madison is $47 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $73 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.

There are 452 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Madison. About 91% of Madison sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.

Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.

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.

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.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.

During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.

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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 WI ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.

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Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.

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