Pet Boarding in Melbourne
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Top rated Melbourne pet boarders
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Even a hurricane didn't stop Pat from providing the best care of our two retrievers! Benson and Cooper love staying with her and I trust her to spoil them both. Benson managed to tear a few claw and Pat knew what to do and took him to our vet for treatment. Thank you!!!”
“Kenneth and Dawn are the best. They treated our babies like there own. My husband and I are very happy we found them. We were on a cruise and They sent pictures everyday even though we couldn’t see them till we were in port with WiFi. I knew when I saw the first pictures they were doing great. Thank you Kenneth and Dawn for letting us enjoy our cruise while we knew our babies were being well taken care of. You guys are the best.”
“Gloria S. And her husband are wonderful people who love dogs and will take great care of your pet. Received numerous updates with pictures throughout the stay and felt at ease leaving my pet with them.”
“We had an incredible experience with our Rover sitter and couldn’t recommend him more highly. From the very beginning, he was professional, attentive, and clearly cared about our dogs. We have two Australian Shepherds, and he handled their energy, routines, and personalities with ease. It gave us a lot of peace of mind knowing they were in such capable hands. What truly stood out was how he handled an emergency. One of our dogs became sick while we were away, and he acted immediately, seeking the care our dog needed without hesitation. He kept us informed every step of the way with clear, consistent communication, which meant everything to us during a stressful situation. His quick thinking and calm approach made all the difference. It’s not easy to trust someone with your pets, especially in an emergency, but he went above and beyond in every way. We are beyond grateful for the level of care, responsibility, and compassion he showed. We would absolutely book with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone reliable, responsive, and genuinely caring.”
“We are so happy to have found Susan and Hadassah. This is our first time leaving our fur babies with not a family member. What we can say is Susan and Hadassah are now a part of our family. They treated our fur babies with the same kind of love and care as we do. Our fur babies were so happy all the time. Susan always kept us updated and sent us messages about them. We were at ease knowing that our fur babies were being taking care by a wonderful and caring person. Thank you so much Susan and Hadassah for being amazing. Duke and Bruce will 100% be back again.”
“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!!”
“From the initial meeting to picking Beef up, Olivia was amazing! She was so welcoming and I immediately felt like Beef was in good hands. I received pictures every day of Beef enjoying his time on walks or playing with her dog and cats. She even sewed up a corner of his bed that had ripped prior to us getting there! I was so happy that I could trust Beef would be taken care of while I was out of town and I will absolutely be trusting Olivia with Beef in the future!”
“Cameron has watched my little Rey several times and she always comes home in the best moods! She was so excited when we were walking up to her house to drop her off. Cameron will treat your dog as if they are her own.”
“We needed a last minute pet sitter for our 2 small fur babies, luckily we found Anna! She took great care of them for 4 nights . She sent daily updates and photos. We will definitely use her again 😊”
“Lysi and Seth did a fantastic job keeping Koa comfortable and entertained. I felt very safe dropping him off at their place and several pictures were sent for reassurance. Koa seemed very happy to stay there!”
“We have left Ruby with Tanya and George several times when we travel out of state. She is happy and safe with them and we are so grateful to know she is in good hands with them. And they have been very flexible with us. We are happy to recommend them.”
“Kristine was great with our Charlie! She was so nice to take our pup over a holiday. She sent pictures and videos every day! I highly recommend her for your pet sitting needs!”
“Joanne was an amazing sitter for my Lilly. Lilly has cushings disease and gave Joanne a hard time bc of it. (I’m so sorry) Joanne didn’t get upset or complain at all. She was such a great caregiver! I highly recommend Joanne!!”
“Rebecca took such good care of my dog. He always shuts down & misses me so much, but he was good & active with her. He even ate his food, which is hard when I’m not home.”
“Dominique is a great dog sitter! She really gave our dog Clyde a wonderful stay at her house with lots of attention, exercise and treats. Couldn’t ask for a better experience.”
About: I’ve cared for animals all of my life. I have 2 years of experience working in a boarding facility, have volunteered at a local shelter, and have dog & cat sat for friends and family for years. I have a large friendly dog and a friendly cat who get along well with other dogs. As well, I have the free time to make sure that your dog gets the best care so that you can rest assured that they are in good hands. I’ve just moved to the area and am home to care for your dog through out the day. I take my dog out for walks every 2-3 hours starting around 8am every morning. I have plenty of space to walk the dog around, with open grassy areas. I am available through the entire day to attend to the dog. My dog is very friendly and loves to play, he is up to date on vaccines and his flea, tick and heart worm medications.
Melbourne pet parents share their Rover experiences
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.
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. Brian’s house is dog friendly and I’m completely comfortable leaving our girl with Brian.
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Pet Boarding FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Melbourne.
Rover makes it easy to find Melbourne 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
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.
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