Pet Boarding Melrose
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“Hannah was amazing. She let us visit twice before the stay so that Happy would be comfortable. Happy stayed over Thanksgiving, but Hannah sent me videos and pictures every day. I recommend her sitting service 100%.”
“"I cannot recommend Patrick enough as a dog sitter. From the moment we confirmed our reservation with him, I knew we were in good hands. As a first-time user of Rover, I had my fair share of concerns, but Patrick quickly alleviated them with his professionalism and attentiveness. While my son was primarily looking after our dog during our vacation, he had to leave for a work trip before our return. Patrick's location was a blessing in disguise, as it was incredibly convenient for my son to drop off our beloved nine-year-old Portuguese water dog, Kismet, on his way to the airport. Upon our arrival back home, we were able to pick up Kismet directly on our route home with the help of an Uber, thanks to Patrick's thoughtful planning. Throughout the entire process, Patrick was accommodating, reassuring, and truly went above and beyond to ensure Kismet's well-being and our peace of mind. It was evident that Kismet was well cared for and content in Patrick's care. Without a doubt, I will not hesitate to entrust Patrick with Kismet's care again in the future. His dedication, reliability, and genuine love for animals make him a standout dog sitter, and I am grateful to have found such a trustworthy and caring individual to look after our furry family member. Thank you, Patric, for your exceptional service and for providing us with peace of mind during our time away."”
“Ozzi had such a great time with Yang and her family. They welcomed him into their home and took great care of him. We received photos and videos every day to keep us updated, which was very appreciated. He will definitely go back on our next time away!”
“We left our 1.5-year-old Sheltie with Betsy for a long weekend and she was fantastic! Betsy responded quickly to questions, took our notes/suggestions into account during the visit, and sent us updates/pictures throughout the visit. Our dog came home happy, sleepy, and of course healthy!”
“Zwany and Leandro are the best! They took great care of my dogs while I was away, they were very attentive and professional. You can really tell they love animals! Your beloved pets will be in great hands with them!”
“Marie was great with Jerry while I was away for five days. She was super friendly and communicative, and I felt relaxed knowing Jerry was in good hands. She sent pictures throughout the stay (including one of her husband taking Jerry on a run — which I didn’t even know Jerry could do!). Pickup and dropoff were easy, and everything went smoothly. I really liked Marie and her family and would absolutely book with her again.”
“Guillermo took care of our dog Amos for nine days. He was an exceptional care provider. He went above and beyond taking Amos to the vet, giving his prescribed medication and even returning to the vet for a refill. Amos had plenty of walks. We received many pictures of Amos which my family really enjoyed. I would definitely re-book with Guillermo.”
“Rebecca was very communicative about my pup’s stay. She sent pictures and updates. It was clear my dog had a nice time and was well cared for. My dog is a little slow to warm up and anxious but she settled in well and enjoyed playing with the other dogs. My dog came home happy and healthy.”
“Could not recommend Steven enough!! Sooty was well looked after during the Christmas period and she had a great time playing with Milo! Would definitely use again! Thanks again!”
“Xiuping is an amazing and responsive dog sitter! She sent me lots of pictures and messages throughout the stay, showing how well my dog was being taken care of. This definitely set my mind at ease, knowing and seeing that my dog was having a great time with her family. Dog care instructions were followed very well and she was able to accommodate my last minute requests. I will absolutely be recommending Xiuping to my friends and will have her and her family watch my dog again!”
“Rachel took care of Theo for two consecutive weekends when I needed a sitter. She was responsive and pick up/drop off was very easy. Her neighborhood seems good for dogs, with a park very close by. Thank you Rachel!”
“Martha took such good care of our dog, Roo while we were at a national park off the grid. We take Roo with us on all vacations but she wasn’t able to join on this one and since this is our baby, it took a lot for us to seek out care. We met Martha beforehand and instantly felt comfortable. It was very obvious that Martha loves dogs and dogs love her. She has a calm and kind presence to her and we knew Roo would be in good hands. While we were away, we received regular updates and photos on how she was doing.”
“John was excellent with harley! He really saved our butts with a short-notice booking. We got several pictures of harley every day while we were gone and she was looking very spoiled. Will definitely be asking John again next time we need a place for harley.”
“Nola and Damian were amazing! They took us last minute for my two young high energy pups. Communication was prompt and professional. My boys came home happy and well cared for, and I would happily book with Nola & Damian again!”
“Thank you Yesika. Duke was Barking your praise. As he did want to leave when I picked him up. Yesika updated me with photos of great play inside to outside for as a bathroom brakes turning into a racing around the fence in yard. If you this thinking about it a good sitter, you found her.”
“March took great care of my dog, Hatley!! He took him for walks on wooded trails and sent picture updates. Hatley looked very comfortable and happy at his house. Thanks, March!”
“Paul is just the best. Very communicative and makes pick up & drop off super easy. Love the frequent picture updates of our dog’s staycations. Gives us peace of mind that Thomas is getting constant care and attention when we’re out of town. Thankful to have found Paul on Rover and I know Thomas is, too! Highly recommend.”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Melrose is $64
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Melrose
Nice and caring my dog was overheating when I brought him cause it was so hot outside and Rijia was very gracious and welcoming and assured me he had things under control and sent me updates on my pup. He also sent me a video watching cartoons with my pup which was so funny. They had a fun time.
Amazing experience highly recommend He took such great care of Kaya and Bonny and made me feel very comfortable the whole time. He always sent me pictures and updates of them eating going potty and even playing. He kept me updated about everything and was very caring patient and attentive. You can tell he really loves dogs and treats them like his own. I would definitely book with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and responsible
Yesika was wonderful with our 7 year old Havanese mix. We were visiting Boston from Virginia and needed care for three days, and she responded right away. Our dog felt comfortable in her home with the other small dogs, and she sent photos every day showing him relaxed and happy. He doesn’t like being alone, so the busy, friendly environment was perfect for him. He came back to us healthy, calm, and clearly well cared for. We highly recommend Yesika.
Belinda took great care of our dog, Joy, and was awesome at communicating and sending photos/videos. Joy is a puppy in a big dog body, so full of extra energy, which Belinda handled with ease. She cared for Joy during one of the worst heat waves of the summer and kept her cool and comfortable. I highly recommend Belinda!
Martha is truly the best! She has taken care of our two dogs, Mateo and Camilo, multiple times, and every experience has been exceptional. From the moment we drop them off, we know they’re in loving, capable hands. Martha is incredibly attentive, takes the time to ask thoughtful questions about their routines and diet, and genuinely cares about making them feel comfortable and happy. Throughout their stay, she keeps us updated with frequent messages and adorable photos, which gives us complete peace of mind while we’re away. The biggest sign of how much they love her is that they’re always sad to leave her house! That says everything about the love and care she gives them. I can’t recommend Martha highly enough. In fact, I would gladly drive any distance just so she can care for my babies whenever we travel. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your pets like family, Martha is the one.
Marcia is spectacular. She offers everything you hope for when leaving your pup. It’s our first time with her and the 3rd place I’ve tried with my wheaten because of his anxiety. He did really well and found himself a second home where his fun, playful side shone. I highly recommend Marcia. Thank you Marcia. 🙏
Five stars! We were nervous leaving our senior pup over the Fourth of July weekend, but Sudarnah made it so easy. She kept us updated with photos and texts the whole time, was patient with her, and clearly went out of her way to keep her calm and comfortable on walks. Mia came home relaxed and happy. Highly recommend if you need someone trustworthy and attentive. We’ll definitely be booking again!
Jennifer was absolutely amazing with my 10 year old dog, Barclay! This was his first stay with her while I was away on vacation, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! She sent regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was obvious from every picture and message that Barclay was happy, relaxed, and being treated like part of the family. She even took him on little adventures, and I could tell he was having a great time. When I picked him up, he was healthy, happy, and completely himself, and I think he was wondering why the vacation had to end as he whined a bit when we left her! Jennifer is kind, attentive, communicative, and clearly has a genuine love for dogs. Leaving my dog behind is never easy, but Jennifer made it so much easier knowing he was in such caring hands. I absolutely will book with her again, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate sitter.
Michael and his family were great! He provided updates all throughout the day. He really got to truly understand Ziggy, his needs, his quirks in such a short amount of time. He also followed his schedule to a tee! I felt super comfortable with him watching Ziggy and would definitely recommend.
We had a great experience with Angella! She sent regular photo updates and our pups seemed happy and comfortable during their stay. When we picked them up she had even washed all of the bowls and items we had sent with them, and sent us home with extra treats which was such a nice surprise! Thank you so much, Angella!
Mandy is cheerful and easy-going. She provided photos of my pet regularly and confirmed that meals were consumed (since our pet refuses to eat at times) and exercise was given. The fenced yard and deck are ample for fresh air breaks and Ruby seemed very much at home during her stay.
Victoria and family took great care of our dogs for the week while the rest of my family took a vacation. She sent lots of pictures and updates, and was quick to respond when I asked to updates. She was also very flexible about pickup and drop off times. The dogs seemed to have a good time, and Victoria will be going on our list of people to reach out to again next time we need dog sitting. Thank you!
Our dogs Enzo and Gordi stayed with Lori for three days this month and loved it! Lori has a great setup with a nice fenced-in yard, and clearly has a lot of experience and dog sense. We enjoyed getting frequent photo and video updates – our boys were clearly having a great time! We've already booked our next stay with Lori!
Elizabeth was even better than I ever could’ve hoped for in finding someone to take care of our dear Mr. Monkey. She obviously loves animals and takes care in making sure that they are comfortable and well adjusted and did a great job of keeping me updated on how Monkey was doing while we were gone. She was so careful about how he got along with any other animals in her house at the time and I can just tell how thoughtful and caring she is. I will be so happy to leave Monkey with her again! Highly recommended!!! I only wish I could’ve given her more stars.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Boarding in Melrose on Rover is $66.6 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet 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 Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 4,092 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Melrose. About 90% of Melrose sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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