Pet Boarding Melrose
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“Nicole saved the day! She took one of my pups while the other one recovered from knee surgery. She was responsive, thoughtful, king, and took wonderful care of Rudy Boo. She treated him like he was their own - walks, time outside, and sleeping in the bed. I would not hesitate to board with Nicole again.”
“Luke is amazing! This was our third time leaving our pup Peanut with Luke and Peanut had a great time. Luke took Peanut on a winter hike and cared for him so well. We are grateful that Luke was available given how much our pup loves staying at Luke’s. Our pup literally ran to Luke when we dropped him off :) thanks again Luke for taking such good care of Peanut and for sending regular updates :)”
“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Fernanda. This was my very first time leaving my pup (just shy of 5 months old), and I was nervous he might struggle with separation anxiety. But from the moment I dropped him off, all my worries melted away. She took such amazing care of him, showering him with attention, love, and patience. He absolutely adores her daughter too, which made it even more special. What really gave me peace of mind were the constant updates, photos, videos, and texts that showed just how happy and comfortable he was. Honestly, he was having so much fun I don’t think he even had time to miss me! Knowing he was in such good hands allowed me to actually relax and enjoy my vacation. I’m beyond grateful for the love and care she gave my pup, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and truly wonderful sitter. We both can’t wait to see her again! 🐾❤️”
“Mia was great with communication and took wonderful care of Winnie (Winnie is sweet and low energy, but she is a senior dog so needs different care than a younger dog). Lots of great pictures and updates put my mind at ease. I’d be happy to book with Mia & Taowei again”
“Xiaxia and her family took great care of Luna. Xiaxia sent pictures and updates every day. Luna was happy playing in the field near their home. We will definitely ask her to dog sit next time we are out of town.”
“Lyn is incredibly experienced with seemingly all ages of dogs and was fantastic about keeping us updated on how Elly was doing. I will undoubtedly get in contact with Lyn again in the future.”
“Julia was wonderful! She was extremely understanding of my dog’s needs and demonstrated excellent attention to care. She was also very clear and responsive with her communication!”
“Thank you so much, Jinyu, for taking such amazing care of Koda! We could really tell she felt comfortable and happy with you. We truly appreciated all the updates, photos, and the love and attention you gave her during her stay. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing she was in such good hands. Thank you again for treating Koda like family, we would absolutely love to book with you again in the future 😊”
“Yulia and her family took very good care of Skye. We are sure that Skye received lots of love and attention. Yulia updated us with some lovely pictures. Thank you so much for taking good care of Skye. See you soon, again!”
“Matias was so wonderful with my gal Daisy! From the get go, Matias was very communicative and professional. Daisy had a great time and was clearly well loved and cared for! Would 10/10 recommend!!”
“Alex stayed with our Rottie in our house. He was great. Communication was excellent. Our home was in great shape. Alex was caring. He made sure Tilli was dried off in the garage after a walk. We appreciate his thoughtfulness and great care.”
About: Experienced with puppies, senior dogs, and dogs of all sizes. Former ASPCA shelter volunteer in San Francisco, providing safe, compassionate, and dependable care for every pet. I'm currently working at Lahey hospital im off at 3 and working to be a firefighter. Spending time with animals brings me happiness and joy I can take dogs on walks and get there energy out. Make sure they are hydrated. Or to just to keep them company at any time after 3
About: Soy una persona con buena energía el cual he tenido perros toda mi vida y me gusta pasar tiempo con ellos, caminar e ir a la playa. En este momento mi trabajo es de tiempo parcial, así que puedo dedicar varias horas y acomodar mi tiempo para compartir con la buena energía de cualquier mascota. En dónde vivo actualmente es una casa con un patio trasero que está cerrado con cerca y también pueden estar las mascotas en mi habitación
“Phillipa is an amazing dogsitter! She took Kona on so many long walks and sent tons of pics daily. Kona is a bit shy at first and sometimes nips at strangers out of distrust but Phillipa handled her with so much love and care. I can tell Kona trusted her and enjoyed being in her home. Would love to book with her again!”
“David and his family (new baby included) were awesome with my dog. I was given updates every day and pick-up/drop off were as easy as possible. I definitely recommend for any pet stays! Will request again for my next trip. Thank you, David!”
“This was our second time leaving our dog with Xiaoyuan and William. Our dog is very anxious and slow to warm up to new people but he settled in so quickly with them! They sent so many super cute videos, pictures, and updates while we were away which we loved! Definitely will rebook with them again.”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Melrose is $65
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Melrose
Sahana and Raman were wonderful! They took the time to meet our Red and make sure he was comfortable with them and their Cinnamon while we were still present. They were also very flexible and communicative. Red looked very happy and comfy, both in the many pics/videos they sent through the stay, and when we picked him up after a week. Would definitely book again!
Kamila was terrific! She took such great care of our dog Gronk that he was sad to leave when we came to pick him up. She kept us up to date with the fun they were having and allowed gums to rest easy knowing our pup was in good hands. Would absolutely recommend Kamila to anyone needing a sitter!
Cowgirl had the most wonderful time with Angella, she was cuddled and in great hands, our puppy is a recent rescue so we were really well assured with her updates and pictures, Cowgirl came back calm, happy and with lots of new toys Angella was so kind to give to her!! 🤍
I couldn’t recommend Brandon more. I was away in Europe and felt completely at ease knowing my dog was in such good hands. His communication was excellent from start to finish, and he sent me photos every day, which I really appreciated while being so far away. It was obvious that my dog was getting plenty of love, attention, and care the entire time. He honestly came back even more spoiled than when I left him, which says a lot. I’m very particular about who I trust with my dog, especially for an extended stay, and this was such a positive experience. He was reliable, communicative, attentive, and clearly treated my dog like his own. I would absolutely book with him again and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for someone they can genuinely trust with their pet.
We had such a wonderful experience with Carol! Our Boxer, Jarvis, stayed with her and absolutely loved his time there. It was clear when we picked him up that he felt comfortable, happy, and so well cared for. Carol was incredibly kind, attentive, and loving toward Jarvis, and we really appreciated knowing that he was in such good hands while we were away. She made him feel right at home, and it gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was having a great time. Jarvis came home happy and tired, which is always the best sign! We would absolutely trust Carol with him again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will treat their dog like family. We’re so grateful for the wonderful care she gave Jarvis! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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.
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The average cost of Pet Boarding in Melrose on Rover is $67 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $35 and $89 per night. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 4,094 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 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 , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .
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 .
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.
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, means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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