Dog Boarding in Melbourne
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“Lucy had an absolute blast with Scott, Angel, Brady and Buddy - so much that I felt bad taking her away from her new friends when it was time to come home! Scott and Angel sent amazing updates (with photos) every single day that I was gone (5 days) and I couldn't have been more comfortable leaving my baby alone with them since they treated her as one of their own in their gorgeous backyard and home the entire stay. I would recommend Scott and Angel to ANYONE and expect a happy and tired pup when it's time to pick them up. I am so sad that I am moving from Austin, because otherwise Scott and Angel would be my go to dog vacay hosts for an amazing worry-free experience and over-the-moon happy dog!”
“I had an urgent and unexpected situation come up and needed last minute care for my dog, Sway. Digna and Joseph were incredibly accommodating. They were available for a same day meet and greet and welcomed her into their home for five days. From the moment I dropped her off, I felt completely at ease. They sent frequent updates and photos, which meant a lot to me. Sway looked so happy in every picture; I swear she was even smiling in a few of them! She’s a very friendly girl, and it was clear she was getting lots of love and attention while she was there. I’m truly grateful for how well they cared for her. It felt like she was treated like part of their family. I would absolutely trust them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, kind, and attentive pet care.”
“Adrienne and her family watched my two dogs for a weekend and the dogs had the greatest time! She sent updates and photos frequently and even bought them new treats and toys! We have already booked another weekend for their house!”
“So happy and grateful we found Bonnie and Ron on here. Our Salem was SO well cared for during our time away. They provided updates and took care of her as her own. They provided much love and attention. Salem enjoyed going for walks, played fetch, and we could not have asked for more. They are just kind people, I highly recommend them!”
“Lora was quick to respond and she accepted my last minute request during a busy holiday season. She was very accommodating with the drop off and pick up times. I'm always concerned about how my sweet girl will be around other pets, but she did well with Lora's babies. Thanks again!”
“Caesar’s a wonderful and caring person who loves dogs. Lulu comes home happy and very excited. We received daily funny stories and pictures about our puppy. My husband even recommended that Caesar should write a novel about dogs behavior and fun they’re having with him. I highly recommend him and will definitely use him at the future. Thank you so very much Caesar.”
“Denise was great to take my dog in a week before I had to leave. My dog got along great with her dog. I recommend her highly. My dog had to take medicine for allergies and Denise didn’t hesitate to do the job. I will bring my dog to her anytime.”
“Cj is such a loving lady and loved on our pups all weekend. She sent us updates their whole stay. I highly recommend her. Lucy and Big Mama will definitely be back. Thank you so much.”
“It’s hard to leave my pets while I’m on vacay, but Gail’s loving home, superb supervision, and timely updates made me feel relaxed and confident while traveling. I will definitely use Gail for my next trip and I would recommend her highly.”
“Kristen was amazing! She sent us regular pictures and answered any questions I had before we met. Kristen might have actually done too good of a job our dogs were as excited as they normally are to see us when we picked them up.”
“Debra was great, Luna felt very comfortable in her care. This was a short visit to test whether or not Luna would feel comfortable with the service . We will be booking with Debra again in June for a seven day visit. I’m sure it will go very well. I trust Debra caring for my dog! 🐶”
“First time using rover, I was a bit worried about the service but man was I mistaken. Mandy is a 5/5 sitter, sent me constant updates, had a fenced backyard and two friends to keep my Yuki company. Would recommend and rebook!!”
“The Best of the Best. Very good to work with. She treated Kramer with care and Kramer got along with her just fine. I will use agian in a heartbeat. Totally happy. Thank You from us to you…………👍🏻”
“Kristine was phenomenal handling my 2 corgis. She was flexible with her schedule for drop off and pick up since the weather wasn't ideal and she provided daily updates and photos. She was patient with me of my corgis as his temperament was a little grumpy with us gone. I would definitely recommend Kristine to others and use her again in the future.”
“Darlene was great with taking care of Quincy. Our dog had a lot of fun with Darlene’s dog, Russell too! Darlene’s attention to detail is great and made sure that our dog was comfortable throughout his whole stay.”
Over 481 pet parents in Melbourne have booked dog boarding
Melbourne dog parents share their Rover experiences
Brian did a great job with our puppy, Jax. We were worried about leaving Jax since he is so young (13 weeks), but Brian made the drop-off, stay, and pickup easy. He communicated and sent updates and pictures daily. We were traveling from out-of-state, so finding someone reliable and willing to deal with a young puppy made our vacation less stressful! I recommend Brian to everyone looking for an overnight sitter for their pet. Jax stayed with Brian for 6 nights. No issues!
Scott and Angel are AMAZING dog sitters! We were so hesitant to leave our fur baby, but they made her 10-day stay so fun! They have the perfect “dog house” with two adorable dogs of their own. They sent daily pics and videos of all the fun Shyla was having! We were so happy to know that she was so well cared for while we were gone. I would give 6 stars out of 5! ❤️🐶
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Tiffany’s stay this weekend! While I was away on a quick vacation getaway, I had complete peace of mind knowing she was in such loving and caring hands. From the moment I dropped Tiffany off until the moment I picked her up, she was treated like part of the family. The level of care, affection, and attention they gave her was truly exceptional. I especially appreciated the regular updates, photos, and videos they sent throughout her stay. Seeing how happy, comfortable, and well cared for Tiffany was made my vacation so much more enjoyable and stress-free. The entire family was incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely loving toward her. It was clear that Tiffany was not just being watched—she was being cared for as if she were their own dog. I am beyond grateful for the wonderful experience and the peace of mind they provided. Tiffany came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well loved. Moving forward, I will absolutely be booking all of Tiffany’s stays with them. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for trustworthy, caring, and exceptional pet sitters!
Zero had the best time!! She got plenty of snuggles and playtime. We got daily pictures and updates which kept us at ease while out of the Country. We even received a report card which I thought was the sweetest touch. We will definitely book again in the future 😊
We could not do a meet and greet in advance because we are not local. We had some back and forth conversation to give both of us peace of mind that this was a good fit. I can confirm it was a great fit. Theresa appeared to be attentive to my 3 doodle mixes. She sent frequent pictures and communications. I could tell through the photos that my fur babies felt safe (i.e. sleeping on back). I would absolutely love my fur babies to visit again next time we are in the area.
I can’t say enough great things about Viviana. During our 10-day trip abroad, we felt completely at ease knowing Fiona was truly on a vacation of her own. Viviana treated her to plenty of walks, beach trips, and daily swims in her pool—our little mermaid-dog hybrid was in absolute heaven. Viviana sent us multiple photos every day, which we appreciated so much. Leaving Fiona for a long trip usually comes with some guilt, but Viviana made sure we didn’t feel an ounce of that. Fiona came home happy, well cared for, and honestly a little sad for a few days that the fun was over. We would trust Viviana again in a heartbeat and can’t recommend her enough.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Melbourne is $40
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Sitters in Melbourne average 12 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Melbourne is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Melbourne dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $44 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 491 sitters provided dog boarding in Melbourne. 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 Melbourne dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Melbourne have an average of 21 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 Melbourne.
Rover makes it easy to find Melbourne 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 491 dog boarding sitters in Melbourne on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Melbourne, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% 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.
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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