Dog Boarding Merrifield
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“Quincy had a great week with Michelle and her family, including Cinnamon. Quincy was taking medications and recovering from leg surgery. Michelle cared for him the way I would have. This was our first stay with Michelle and we will definitely stay with her again.”
“Han was very communicative throughout the process of booking with her. I like how her house has a yard and she had a really calm demeanor with my energetic golden. After my dog settled in, she sent cute pictures of him relaxing and playing in the yard. Pick up was easy and she walked him out to our car. Would do daycare again with Han!”
“Karen has watched Ruby & Albert a couple of times & she is fabulous. She takes them for lots of walks and snuggles them. Plus she is great communicating with us and telling us how they are doing. Karen is wonderful.”
“Susan and her husband were great with Oreo. They have a wonderful setup and are very organized and mark each dogs food when they arrive. They even add a lost and found tag with their info should anything happen. They had a kiddie pool and sprinkler for the dogs since it was hot but they wanted to play in the big yard. They sent great pics and videos and we were very comfortable leaving Oreo with them For the week. He's now sleeping but I'm Sure he misses his new friends and doggie Vacay spot.”
“Suzi was absolutely fantastic with my dog, Zuko! She took great care of him and treated him like her own. She is very communicative and let me know how he was doing regularly! I felt at ease knowing he was comfortable and happy with her. Thank you, Suzi, for loving on my Zuko while we were away! We will absolutely book again! ❤️”
“Musa and his family were so good to our dog. She was very happy there and I really appreciated Musa and how communicative and thoughtful he was. I definitely plan to have my dog stay with him whenever we travel again!”
“This was our 2nd time with John and Joanna. This time we brought our small dog over for an overnight stay. Our pup was nervous, but Joanna really knows how to properly introduce a newcomer to her “pack.” She was patient and kind, and our pup did wonderfully well - she’d never been away from home before, so this is a huge endorsement! We will definitely be staying here again, and I’d highly recommend John and Joanna!”
“My 2 dogs have stayed with Byamba and his family multiple times now and it's always been an excellent experience-- both for myself and my dogs! They are always well taken care of and I have the utmost trust in continuing to book with Byamba.”
“Fantastic! Stayed in touch about Pippin while we were gone (and was tolerant of his health quirks!) and was very flexible in planning our drop-off/pick ups. We came back to a healthy, happy, dog and never once worried about him.”
“Noah was amazing with my high energy dog. He provided tons of exercise and picture updates and made me feel comfortable and safe leaving my baby with him. He followed my care instructions to the T, and I came home to a healthy, happy, and tired pup. In addition, he reinforced training and provided a safe space for my dog to rest in a crate. His dogs are also super sweet and got along very well with mine. Would definitely recommend Noah as a dogsitter!”
“Ihana has walked our dog as well as taken him for overnights on and off for the last year and half. She is trustworthy, on time, very communicative, and treats him like her own dog. We are very lucky to have met Ihana.”
“Danyelle has been awesome with my girl Allie. I have felt comfortable with leaving her each time and have not had any issues! I will continue to book with her. Thank you for taking such good care of my girl.”
“10/10 stars! This was our second time having Carlos watch our pup and it was an amazing experience. I could clearly see how much Whiskey enjoyed his time as when we dropped him off the second time, he acted like we were not there. He immediately wanted to go on a walk with Carlos when he got there. On top of that Carlos sends frequent updates and almost professional like photos! Highly recommend Carlos for anyone looking for a sitter.”
“Khristie was excellent with my dog Goose who is somewhat needy and shy. He was immediately comfortable around her and she took great care of him. He had a ton of quality cuddle and play time. Can’t thank you enough!”
“My family is so grateful we found Jennifer. Our dog is high needs, he takes medication morning and night. He’s also a finicky eater, especially when away from home. Jennifer took excellent care of him for the week we were away. Often updating on his medicine, giving lots of love and cuddles and sending photos ( my son’s favorite seeing that his best friend was being well taken care of). Jennifer is easy to communicate with, welcoming and very responsible- will definitely ask her to watch my dog again.”
“Andy did an amazing job watching our five month old puppy, and on last-minute notice as well! It was our first time leaving him overnight and we are so grateful to Andy for taking such wonderful care of him, he returned to us happy and tired from plentiful playtime and walks.”
“Jona took incredible care of our sweet Cooper while we were on vacation earlier this month. We greatly appreciated the thoroughness of her communication before and during Cooper's stay with her, and her thoughtful, calm approach. Cooper is a senior dog who requires multiple medications, and she handled this with ease. We will definitely be repeat customers.”
“Lauren took such great care of Clover. She was very communicative & sent lots of updates. I was very far away & appreciated it. Lauren also picked up & dropped Clover off which was a huge relief! Thank you so much.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Merrifield is $55
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Merrifield
My young, high-energy dog seemed to really enjoy her time at Shayla's, and I felt confident leaving her in the care of someone with specialized knowledge and skills in animal behavioral training and a good home setup. Shayla was warm, accommodating, super responsive, professional and flexible. She asked the right questions during our meet and greet and took the time to make my dog feel comfortable and ensure safe interactions. Absolute life saver and a gem. Will definitely seek her out in the future and know my girl will be in the best hands.
Zosha took great care of my Ozzy boy. We did a meet and greet right before our 2 week trip and he was super accommodating and friendly. Zosha gave updates and pics throughout his stay and Ozzy had a great time. I would recommend Zosha and refer him to friends and family!
Seyedkamyar truly saved the day! I had a last-minute need to board my boxer, Mae-Mae, due to an appointment. I reached out to over 20 dog sitters, and everyone either declined or never responded—until Seyedkamyar came through! He went above and beyond by taking the time to do an informal meet-and-greet to make sure Mae-Mae was comfortable with him before I left her in his care. He treated her like his own and sent frequent updates, which gave me so much peace of mind. I can’t thank Seyedkamyar enough for being so accommodating, patient, and caring, especially on such short notice. I highly recommend him and would absolutely trust him with Mae-Mae again. Thanks again, Seyedkamyar! 🐾❤️
Sissi was the absolute best dog foster mom for my two dogs. She had no problem with their special home made food and they had such a good time playing in her back yard. Even more importantly, she loved on them and gave them so much attention! I could tell how happy they were in all the wonderful photos and videos she provided. She loved my dogs like they were her own and am so glad to have found a loving and caring dog sitter that I can use for when I need to travel or even doggy daycare. Fozzie and Jerry send their love!!
Always a joy having Banjo stay with Kevin and his amazing family. They do such an amazing job taking care of him and communicating with us. Feels like he’s almost always sad to leave them! They do a great job with daily updates and photos, and lots of snuggles. Thanks Kevin and fam!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Merrifield is $61 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $34 and $87 per night. On Rover, 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.
As of November 2026, there are 7,450 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Merrifield. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
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.
94% of sitters in Merrifield can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Merrifield 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 Merrifield.
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Merrifield. On Rover:
- 85% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
You and your Merrifield 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 VA 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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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