Dog Boarding Melrose
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“We had a wonderful experience with Victoria! She was super responsive and we loved getting daily pictures of our dog while we were gone. Would definitely recommend her!”
“Yesika was great! She kept me updated with pictures and texts and my dog had a wonderful time and came home exhausted. I even needed to extend and she was able to accommodate no problem. I will definitely be booking with her again”
“Belinda was wonderful with our furbaby and sent us an update each day. She was very accessible by text and easy to communicate with. Our dog got along well with her dog, Sloane, who is a sweetie. Also, she has the perfect fenced in yard for the dogs to play! We will certainly work with Belinda again!”
“Jackie is simply the best! She was able to help us with urgent dog care due to a family situation and was extremely responsive throughout the day so we knew our pup was doing just fine. Her dog is extremely friendly with other dogs and humans too!”
“Rob was great. Our dog stayed with Rob for the first time the weekend of the snow storm. Rib was understanding of our changing travel plans but more importantly took great care of our pup. Milou will definitely be back.”
“We’ve used Aurora multiple times for boarding with Hondo and she’s done a great job! Hondo is always excited to go and she’s very responsive and provides lots of updates.”
“We’ve never tried Rover before, and as new MA residents navigating our way, our neighbor recommended Akhil to us for Beau’s boarding needs. He was so frightened at his last doggie daycare, but we decided to give them a try. Beau was having the time of his life! I could tell from all the pictures and videos they’ve sent to us. I felt secure knowing that my Beau was in good hands while I was away for a short time. He received all the love, brush, and cuddles. I could just tell because he was so relaxed when I took him back home with me. Thank you, Akhil and family, for letting Beau be a part of your family!”
“Wonderful care of our pup when we were out of the country for 10 days! Photos and updates of his adventures, lots of walk and play. Our pup came home happy and healthy after having his own little vacation!”
“Marie was wonderful. Both with Luna and me. She immediately put me at ease when I dropped Luna off. I could tell she is a dog person. She sent updates and photos throughout the day. And when we picked up Luna last night, we could tell she had a great day. We are so appreciative and grateful to Maria.”
“Geraldine and her family took wonderful care of Izzy during our three-week vacation. They followed all our requests, responded instantly, and sent regular updates and photos. Izzy always looked relaxed and happy — whether lounging on the couch or out on walks — and came home in great spirits, settling right back into her routine.”
“Man & Zhen took great care of Wadsworth! They took him on lots of walks and sent a ton of photos. I could tell they treated him like part of the family :-) I would absolutely book with them again!!”
“Chanel was responsive and responsible and seemed to really enjoy having our pup. She’s very sweet and sends updates and pictures everyday. Our pup seemed to really enjoy her stay and we’d book Chanel again!”
“Hannah was amazing!! Olive came home so happy and clearly had a really incredible stay with Hannah. She made her feel comfortable and at home in a new place. We got so many adorable photos and videos that made it feel easier to be away.”
“Liz & Rodrigo are incredible people, with an incredible family full of love to give! We were a bit nervous having someone board our newly adopted rescue Beagle, but they did an amazing job! They sent so many updates and photos while I was gone, I never once had to worry how they were doing! They were both accommodating of both our pup’s needs and I can tell our pups would love to go back whenever we need a sitter!”
“It was such a relief booking with with her. She was able to take my dog last minute and catered to both of their personalities. She went above and beyond what I need her to do and definitely exceeded all my expectations. To the point, my dogs didn’t even wanna leave her. She accommodated them in every way for sure. Kept me updated with pictures and made the pick up and drop off very smooth. I can’t wait to book with her again. And I’m sure they would love to see her again as well.”
“Yang was so great with our dog! We got daily updates with pictures and videos. She was also so wonderful to us, our flight was canceled and rescheduled for 2 days later. Luckily we were able to get out the following night but Yang was so accommodating and kind while we were in a state of worry. Lucky will be back in a few weeks for a second stay!”
“Xiuping and her family took care of my dog over the weekend for me- it was such a pleasure! My dog had a great time and the communication was so smooth and pleasant. I will book again!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Melrose is $65
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Melrose
Anton was truly exceptional and went above and beyond in every possible way! When our original arrangements unexpectedly fell through after 9:30 p.m., he agreed at the last minute to care for Archie for more than a week, providing him with a comfortable, peaceful space where he could be the only dog. Within the first 48 hours, Archie became seriously ill, and Anton immediately alerted us, helped him get to an urgent veterinary appointment, and then spent eight hours with him at the VCA emergency hospital. He kept in close communication throughout, carefully followed every discharge and medication instruction, and handled an incredibly frightening situation with compassion, calm, and responsibility. Having Archie with Anton felt like leaving him with a trusted family member, and we were able to continue our vacation knowing he was safe and receiving exceptional care. We cannot recommend Anton highly enough and will always be grateful for how he showed up for Archie when it mattered most.
Patti is wonderful! She took great care of Bear - he didn’t even want to leave when we went to pick him up! We loved getting sent picture updates of their hike, and appreciate our attentive she was to Bear’s needs. Will definitely be reaching out to Patti again in the future!
Mike and his family were amazing and loving to my girl Brie! He understands how her anxiety worked and he worked with her. I was so happy and felt so at ease with all the updates he gave us throughout her stay! He even helped us out with her walks and helping redirecting her. I know she felt comfortable with them and she felt loved! So hard to find someone who gives the love and attention the same as at home! So happy I found Michael on Rover! He is very knowledgeable on how to help work with my dogs reaction in situations on walks, and on how to enforce positive behavior! I highly recommend him to anyone! He has a true love and compassion for dogs! I know my Brie will miss him, almost felt she would never want to leave! 😊
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Melrose on Rover is $66.6 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 3,895 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Melrose. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
93% of Melrose sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Melrose landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Melrose 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 Melrose.
Tip: 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 Melrose 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 MA 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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