Pet Boarding in Mechanicsville

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Sitter Profile Image: Jeffrey H.
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Jeffrey H.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
22 repeat clients
34 years of experience
The Fan, Richmond, VA, 23220

I am thrilled to give Jeff a 5-star review for taking care of my furry baby, Happy! Jeff went above and beyond to ensure Happy's happiness and well-being. He sent regular updates, which put my mind at ease, and showed genuine care and compassion for my pet. I'm so grateful to have found Jeff and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy and reliable pet sitter. Thank you, Jeff, for giving Happy the love and attention he deserves!

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Miguel A.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
11 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23231

Second time using Miguel’s services it won’t be the last, it is clear my two pups feel very comfortable around him and his family - the communication while they are with him is top tier, and as someone who last minute changes timeframes for pick up and drop off he is very flexible which I appreciate. I will certainly be using his services again, Thank you Míguel!

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Jennifer B.
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$42
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4.9 out of 5 stars
130 reviews
65 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Aylett, VA, 23009

Jennifer took great care of our dog while we were out of town. She communicated with me every day and sent photos. Before drop off, she called and told me about the environment at her house and asked some questions, which was reassuring. She treated our dog like he was one of her family members. He came home happy and tired, and he made friends with some other pups. We would definitely use Jennifer again as a dogsitter. Thanks!

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Amy M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
308 reviews
114 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23228

Harper had a wonderful stay, and I will certainly be requesting to book again next time I leave town. Amy regularly sent photos of all of the walks and activities Harper did during her stay, and I could see she was always having a blast.

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Nadia J.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Randolph, Richmond, VA, 23220

Nadia was available last minute to take in my fur baby & kept great communication throughout my animal’s stay. My pup enjoyed being around the other animals & having room to roam. I felt extremely comfortable she was able to give me updates & answer any questions I had in a timely manner. I have already rebooked! ☺️💕

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Sheri J.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
99 reviews
31 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23229

Sheri was wonderful! She kept in touch with me every day with pictures and comments about my two mini French Poodles. This worrisome doggie mom greatly appreciated it.

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Jay B.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
310 reviews
98 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23231

Jay, was amazing. She kept me updated and my pup and made sure to show me all the fun that he was having so that I knew he was comfortable and well cared for during his stay.

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Shanisse P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Glen Allen, VA, 23060

Sharisse and her family were great hosts!! Mateo felt comfortable from the moment he got there!! She sent photos and videos of him playing, walking and having fun. We will definitely rebook. Thank you for taking such good care of him while I enjoyed my vacation.

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Emily H.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
56 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Chimborazo, Richmond, VA, 23223

I feel so confident taking my older dogs to Emily. I know she'll give them lots of love and make sure they're comfortable and content. So happy to have found her!

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Laura M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
11 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23228

I was having a rough time finding a sitter in time for my trip and she was perfect for my dog. She sent lots of pictures and my dog got to spend time with other dogs all day and play. She seemed very happy and well taken care of. I definitely recommend her :)

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Krystal A.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
16 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Ashland, VA, 23005

Krystal and her husband were great! She was very communicative and flexible. Our cat was well cared for and had lots of fun with their cats. We will definitely schedule again in the future!

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Ciara W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
23 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Kent, VA, 23124

Ciara and her family are wonderful! They completely spoil my babies so much that they’re falling asleep sitting up otw home Thank you for all you do 🩷

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Sitter Profile Image: Cheryl S.
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Cheryl S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
163 reviews
68 repeat clients
46 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23227

We had our pup boarded for a few nights with Cheryl. She is amazing, can’t say enough good things! Friendly, professional, and communicative every step of the way. Almost don’t want to say more so that my pup can have her all to himself!!! Thank you Cheryl!! We will be back!

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Kendra B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
8 repeat clients
25 years of experience
North Chesterfield, VA, 23237

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kendra did an amazing job watching my fur baby Rylo! She kept me updated throughout his stay with plenty of pictures and messages, which truly put my mind at ease while I was away and showed how much fun he was having. It was clear he was well cared for and loved. To top it all off, she even sent him home with a sweet gift 🥹💖. I’m so grateful for her care and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and attentive pet sitter! I will definitely be booking again for future stays.

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Le'Quitta R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Northern Barton Heights, Richmond, VA, 23222

Thank you so much to Le’Quitta and her family for taking such great care of Boss ☺️ She kept me updated with pictures and communicated well. Will definitely be rebooking! We knew he had a good time when he slept the majority of the day when we got him home❤️ Thanks again!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Hilary R.
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Hilary R.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
217 reviews
73 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Reedy Creek, RICHMOND, VA, 23225

Hilary and her family took great care of our pup for a 10 day stay while my husband and I were traveling. We received daily pictures and messages, so we knew how our pup was doing. We will definitely book again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra O.
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Alexandra O.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
24 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Westover Hills, Richmond, VA, 23225

Alex is so kind and provides the best care. My 5 year old Aussiedoodle is very nervous around new people and dogs. Alex was so mindful of her needs and helped her settle in quickly to a new place while we were away. She sent photos and updates which made me feel more at ease while on our trip. I will definitely board my dog with her again. I can’t recommend her enough!

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Laura C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Richmond, VA, 23236

Laura was fantastic! She sent updates and pictures everyday. Nellie had the most fun with Laura and her family. I loved how they really adopted Nellie into the family for the week!

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Amanda E.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
21 repeat clients
17 years of experience
The Museum District, Richmond, VA, 23221

Amanda was great! My pup had so much fun. So much to the point I didn’t think she wanted to leave. :) Amanda has a lot of experience with dogs because she has two rescues. I really trusted her and I wouldn’t hesitate to leave my baby with Amanda again.

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Jonathan P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
107 reviews
33 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Henrico, VA, 23231

Jonathan was a great sitter, i appreciated the kindness and communication he provided. This was my dog’s first time being away from me and she did really really well. Thank you for sharing the videos and texts.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Donetta takes great care of our 13 year old beagle. She is very caring and Charlie loves his “vacation days” with her.

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John D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jasmine was fantastic to work with and made leaving our puppy stress free. Jasmine provided regular updates and sent pictures daily. Appa came home happy and tired from all the playtime. We could not be happier with the experience.

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Lindsay H.
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Awesome sitters!! Our dog Millie was comfortable and happy running in the backyard. We received lots of photos and communication was great :)

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Claudia N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I have used Daved a few times now to watch my dog Nova, and I am once again very happy with the experience! Daved is communicative, offers updates and photos, is diligent about care instructions, and seems to genuinely care about all the dogs he’s entrusted to look after. He’s got a great fenced in backyard, and I can easily tell that Nova thoroughly enjoys the time she spends in his care.

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Rachel L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

So thankful for the last minute booking and the inclusion of our girl into the family for a brief time

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Rachel H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashlee was wonderful! Ziggy spent ~5 days with her and had a blast. Ashlee was quick to respond, provided timely updates, and overall took great care of my pup. She has a great space for sitting pups. Would 100% recommend and will rebook again when needed.

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Joel D.
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My dog Theo loves staying with Nicole! She is super responsive to messages and takes amazing care of him. I know he is always in good hands with Nicole.

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Nate H.
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Boomer loved staying with Amber! She was very friendly and patient with my senior dog and sent frequent updates. Highly recommend her!

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Melissa B.
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Sarah was wonderful with Kairi! I felt completely comfortable leaving her in Sarah’s care. She sent lots of updates and pictures, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. I could tell Kairi was well taken care of and happy. I would absolutely book with her again!

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Franceska H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nancy was absolutely wonderful! She and her husband took care of my Maddie as if she was family. I received constant communication and prompt responses when checking in during my trip and coordinating drop off/pickup. Nancy was even kind enough to take Maddie a day early when inclement weather caused travel plans to shift. She also notified me right away when she noticed Maddie was scratching more than normal and was quick to offer suggestions to help her feel more comfy. As an anxious dog mama, I felt at ease knowing she was being so well cared for.

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Kaycee G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Madison and Charlie were great! They sent lots of pictures while our pups were away for the weekend. We had gone out of state for the weekend and they were really flexible with pickup knowing we were driving back.

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Laura G.
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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Mechanicsville is $45

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Sitters in Mechanicsville average 12
repeat pet boarding clients

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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for pet boarding in Mechanicsville on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $45 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.

If you’re searching for a Mechanicsville pet boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, 799 sitters provided pet boarding in Mechanicsville. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, pet boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of Mechanicsville pet boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide pet boarding in Mechanicsville have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet 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 Mechanicsville.

Rover makes it easy to find Mechanicsville pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:

  • Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
  • Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
  • Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets

There are 799 pet boarding sitters in Mechanicsville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Mechanicsville, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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 pet 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 pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.