Dog Boarding Melbourne
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Bethany and her family are fabulous sitters. This time they watched all 3 of our dogs not just our pup. Our pup Fizzle got herself into some mischief and from beginning to end Bethany helped us out. It made the whole thing much less stressful. We adore Bethany and our dogs do too!”
“Tiffany is a pet care pro! I appreciate how she handled everything from the initial meet and greet, to how much communication and pictures I received the entire time my dog was there. I felt that I could reach out at any time if I felt concerned but I actually never needed to ;) And most importantly, he came back home healthy and happy! Many thanks to Tiffany, her home and family, and to the other good dogs for a great boarding stay!”
“Connie was great with my 5 yr old Lab Charlotte. Made her feel comfortable and sent updates with photos regularly. She treated my dog like part of her family. Would definitely reccomend her to anybody!”
“We were so thankful for Thomas's care of our Pepper while we were on vacation! He was responsive and did and excellent job of helping our nervous little guy relax and feel more comfortable on his first nights away from us. When we took him back for the second night, Pepper was so excited to see Thomas that he ran right into his home, which put our minds at ease.”
“Really good experience for first trial sleepover. Glad to have a sitter who lets both Winston and I take baby steps to make sure he is well cared for. Looking forward to Zena and Winston becoming great pup pals!”
“This was my first time boarding Freyja, and I was nervous about leaving her with someone she didn’t know. Angelle has a lot of experience with dogs and handled Freyja’s high energy really well. She sent me pictures during her stay, which helped put my mind at ease. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would feel comfortable having Angelle watch Freyja again!”
“Ryan was a fantastic sitter for our Bailee. We felt very comfortable with leaving her with him and his family. I loved how he said “he was honored to keep her”. We would definitely use him again.”
About: Hello! 👋 My name is Jacob. My little daycare is tailored to parents who are at work Monday - Friday and don't want their dogs left home alone all day. We prioritize safety and compatibility with our dogs ensuring they all get along. I offer a discount for advanced bookings and am located in central Aberdeen near the home depot. The dogs have indoor and outdoor access to a large fully fenced yard via doggy door with a Ring camera that you will have access to. I have years of experience working as a dog sitter and have dealt with a variety of situations. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to set up a meet and greet! Thank you. 🐕🦺🐶🐾 Daycare is available Monday through Friday 7a.m. to 7p.m. The yard is under constant supervision with the help from live camera feeds which you will have access to. I have a large, fully fenced yard with indoor and outdoor access via a doggie door. The dogs can go in and out as they please and you can check in on them using the live camera feed.
About: Hi, I'm Wayne-Your Dog’s New Favorite Human! With years of experience caring for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and energy levels, I provide loving, reliable, and personalized care while you're away. Whether it’s long walks, belly rubs, or just cozy companionship, I treat every pup like family. I’m fully insured, attentive to special needs, and always happy to send updates and pics to keep you connected. Let’s make sure your dog feels safe, happy, and loved — even when you’re not home! I’m unable to have a dog of my own right now due to my work schedule. I would prefer sitting on weekends. I’m available Thursday to Sunday I tailor my care based on each pet’s needs and routine, whether they’re staying with me or I’m caring for them in their own home. In my home, I provide a safe, pet-friendly environment with plenty of space to play, rest, and feel comfortable. I follow their feeding and exercise schedule closely and ensure they get plenty of attention, affection, and mental stimulation. When caring for pets in their own home, I maintain their regular routine as closely as possible — from mealtimes and walks to medication and cuddle time. I keep the home tidy, respect their space, and provide regular updates so you always know your pet is happy and in good hands.
“From a print response time, to pick up and drop off of our pups Megan was awesome. She kept us updated with pictures and texts. Our dogs were exhausted and happy when they returned home.”
About: I grew up with pets and have been a pet owner most of my life. We recently had to say goodbye to our Boston terrier due to cancer, and I’m missing having a furry friend to hang out with at home. I work from home 6 AM to 2:30 PM Monday through Thursday and have two 15 minute breaks and a half an hour break during that time. I also have flexibility throughout the day. We have a nice comfortable home and a very walkable neighborhood. I enjoy walking down to the South Bend waterfront, which is only a couple blocks from our house.
About: I have been pet sitting my entire adult life as well as my teenhood. I am well versed in new baby puppies and kitties, I know how to handle reactive pets, and I create a soothing, affectionate loving environment for your pet to be in. I have a regularly cleaned pet relief station outside, a puppy playroom, and several beds including my bed where I allow puppy to come and play. I also have a fully outfitted dog washing station. I work from home in a self paced job, so I am home almost 24/7, I am flexible and willing to adapt to last minute plans for families who need help and need it now! I have a safe playful enviroment with buckets of enrichment toys and doggie puzzles, a dog washing station, a designated potty relief station and lots of play time activities for doggos and cattos alike.
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Melbourne home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Melbourne.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Melbourne sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
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.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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 WA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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