Dog Boarding in Melbourne
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âI, or should I say Harley loves to stay with Scott an Angel. I really open their house and make it a home for your fur baby! I have used them several times and Harley gets really excited as we pull up. If you are looking for a safe, fun place for your pups vacation this is it!â

âOur fur baby was very well taken care of and we got daily updates on how she was doing. She was very happy! We will definitely book with Jorge and Osvaldo again.â

âVickie is amazing! She was able to help out my husband and I by extending our booking when our flight was delayed until the next day. It really put our minds at ease! Bailey loves going over and I know she gets plenty of love and treats!â

âFelicia and Greg were amazing with Bimini! From the very beginning I felt that she was in great hands while we were gone for a week. They provided updates and pictures to ease our minds which was much appreciated. Bimini had plenty of room to run and a couple of playmates to keep her busy. We know she had a great time. I would definitely recommend Felicia and Greg!â

âMichelle was WONDERFUL! She offers a peaceful environment, and our little ones loved her so much, they didn't seem to want to leave. Michelle is kind, professional, flexible, and I cannot recommend her enough. You can tell she knows pets and what will make them comfortable in an unfamiliar setting.â

âDebra 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. Iâm sure it will go very well. I trust Debra caring for my dog! đśâ

âSo 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!â

âThank you Denise and family for taking care of our Lennon! We received many pictures and updates during our trip that made us still feel connected and at ease that he was well cared for.â

âGail was excellent! She kept us posted and up to date routinely. We were happy to work with her. She was friendly and we could feel that she really loves dogs. It was our first time using Rover to find a dog sitter. We had a more peculiar situation with a larger size timid dog. It helped knowing she was okay with just sitting only our dog for a few days since it seemed other sitters sometimes sat multiple dogs at once. A sitter with a fenced in yard was something we wanted to have, since in case walking our timid dog potentially was a challenge, the fenced in yard was an alternative for him doing his business. He warmed up well enough though. She was local to us so we didnât have to drive too far. It was awesome she accepted a bigger dog since some sitters donât. She had competitive rates at the time of listing in comparison to other Rover sitters that we were looking at. Overall if needed we could see ourselves requesting future bookings again.â

âAdrienne and Nicholas took amazing care of our dog while we were out of town. Our girl developed a health concern and they provided exemplary care that provided us the assurance to us to able to enjoy the remainder of our trip. The whole family loved our girl as if she were their own. Plus the pictures, grooming, ans spoiling were so appreciated.â

âDenise 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 didnât hesitate to do the job. I will bring my dog to her anytime.â

âKate was wonderful with our little dog who sometimes has anxiety! She was very thoughtful of his needs and gave him all the attention and play he could dream of. And she sent me daily updates! Thank you, Kate!!â

âLora 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!â

âIt was my puppy's first time away and we had a sudden urgent need to leave home and travel 6 hrs away and could not have our pup. Olivia not only accommodated a last minute booking she was also super good and flexible with our unknown plans. Not and ideal way to leave my pup for her first time away, but you would have never known it was her first time, she has a blast!â

âThis was the absolute BEST experience! Natalie is amazing in every way. This was our first time leaving Ocean and she went above and beyond. I got updates, pictures, videos, and he got SO much love and attention while he was there. Would give 10 stars if I could! Top notch and the only place Ocean will stay from now on! No better feeling than knowing your pup is safe while you are away! Thank you Natalie!!â

âKristen was absolutely amazing and so accommodating for a last minute request! My boy had so much fun with her and her family. She communicated very well and reassured my fur child was having a blast, being a good boy, and well taken care of. Thank you so much, Kristen!â

âLysi and Seth are always amazing! I use them as a last minute watch for my male while my female is in heat and they are always reliable. They are also great at allowing me to extend if I need more coverage. They are super great with Reese! Absolutely love them!â

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We knew from the minute we walked in that Amigo was in great hands! Jorge and Toto have an adorable son, Santi. Santi just gushed over Amigo and started throwing balls. Their home is fabulous and the fenced in backyard perfect. The neighborhood is very lovely and walkable. This is our first experience with Rover and we are thrilled beyond description! Jorge is fantastic with pictures and very responsive. We look forward to counting the three of them as friends! Donât hesitate to board your pet here!

I canât 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 poolâour 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 didnât 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 canât recommend her enough.

I am a returning client. Brian and his wife are amazing Brian communicates daily, sending pics of our girl. Brian is also very upfront and honest of his current/upcoming commitments so you can decide if it works for you. Brianâs house is dog friendly and Iâm completely comfortable leaving our girl with Brian.

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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 Feb 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 $49 per night.
As of Feb 2026, 480 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 dogâs safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 96% of Melbourne dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Melbourne have an average of 20 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 youâre awayâwhether itâs 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 whoâd love to socialize with their sitterâs pets
There are 480 dog boarding sitters in Melbourne on Rover, so youâre sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Melbourne, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 91% 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 dogâs 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 itâsometimes 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 sitterâs cancellation policy.












