Dog Boarding in Merrifield
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“Our second time booking with Jorge & Alejandra, they are wonderful! Took such great care of our pup, she got more playtime with them than she ever gets at home! Will definitely book with them again.”
“John was fantastic. Extremely communicative, took excellent care of my senior golden that requires medications and shorter walks due to ACL surgery. 10/10 recommend booking with John and we will be using his services again.”
“Helena and Nathan were awesome! I was initially worried to leave Raider with someone new but they were a godsend and came through for us. They were super flexible and accommodating and provided updates, pictures, videos. Raider enjoyed his time with their family and almost didn’t want to come home lol”
“Jason & Becky were wonderful with Juneau. They were very responsive, attentive, and genuinely caring throughout her stay. It’s clear they are experienced dog owners who treated her with kindness and great care. I received frequent updates with photos and videos, along with helpful information about her behavior and daily routine, which gave me great peace of mind. Thank you both so much—Juneau is definitely looking forward to coming back!”
“Veronica was awesome. Very easy to deal with. Our meet and greet went well, and she was flexible on the drop off and pick up times. We received photos of our dogs each day. This was our first time traveling without our dogs. We were nervous. Veronica made us feel comfortable. We will use her again.”
“Aly was awesome! She took great care of our anxious, high-maintenance dog. Aly was patient, nurturing and attentive. She consistently communicated with us and sent us cute photos, which put us at ease. We will definitely rebook with Aly!”
“Christine is great! She gave us regular updates and sent pictures/videos. Dobby came home very happy and we will definitely go to her again in the future!”
“Winry had a wonderful weekend with Han! She was so comfortable and happy and well taken care of that she wasn't even that excited to see us when we picked her back up 😄 Han sent lots of photos and updates to let us know Win was having a good time, and was always responsive when we had a question or wanted to check in. We will definitely reach out to Han again for future puppy sitting!”
“Andrew is great and will take care of your dog as if it was his own. He is quick with responses if you have any questions and will send plenty of updates about your dog. Highly recommend if you are looking for someone to watch your pet.”
“We left our senior (15 yrs), dog in Michelle's care for a weekend, and couldn't have asked for a better environment, and family. Michelle was kind, extremely responsive (key criteria for us), and kept us updated throughout the weekend. We felt content knowing our dog was comfortable, and having fun with her new friends at Michelle's. Keep up the great work, Michelle!”
“Susan was a great sitter for our older girl Bailey. She was very friendly and thorough during our meet and greet and provided very clear instructions to best prepare Bailey for her stay. She and her husband have older dogs themselves, so I was very confident in their ability to watch over our dog. Will definitely work with her again”
“Suzi was very kind to my old Bucky. She took special care of him with his particular needs and limitations. I highly recommend her and will certainly use her again when I have the need.”
“JY is amazing! She is always available when I have needed and Atticus is always so happy to stay! Like clockwork, she sends photos every evening that show Atticus throughout the day and is always doing something fun, engaging, or caring for the animals in her care.”
“Karen was amazing and I would highly recommend her! She has such a calm and patient demeanor, and was so communicative with updates and photos, which set my mind at ease. We are already looking to book Yeti’s next stay!”
“Jose took great care of our dog. He was incredibly responsive and sent daily photos which was very helpful since our little dog was staying with him for the first time. We will definitely call on Jose to sit for our dog again!”
“Katerine was fantastic - she’s a naturally very kind person and took great care of our dog. She sent lots of pics and shared updates throughout our week long trip. At pick up, she gave a great rundown of the week and our dog seemed quite happy. She has a nice, fenced in backyard and a nice, grassy area for walks. All around, a great Rover experience.”
“Sush was very nice with us and our dog. Our dog certainly ate something wrong during his stay and felt sick, Sush gave us details and information very often during her sickness and ask for news even after. We should told her in advance that our dog doesn't have to eat anything else then her food.She also gave us some vet around us if needed. We thank you Sush and Aby her son for taking care of our Dachshund Gaia. We recommend her as our dog could not be alone at any time she stays at home with her. Thanks”
“I needed 5 hours of dog care for my newly rescued senior Pomeranian and I’m so grateful to have found Donna. Donna provided a calm and caring environment for my dog to feel comfortable and relaxed, and they took a 20 minute walk together. Thank you so much, Donna!”
Over 12 pet parents in Merrifield have booked dog boarding
Merrifield dog parents share their Rover experiences
Lynne was great with our golden retriever, Carson! We were in need of a last minute sitter and she was absolutely wonderful! Carson had a great time running around her big yard, playing fetch and taking long walks! She was very responsive and sent lots of pictures and videos throughout the weekend. We would definitely recommend Lynne and have her watch our pup again.
Musa and his family took great care of Orion during his stay. We had a meet and greet beforehand, which gave us peace of mind, and I received daily photos and updates while we were away. Orion was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. I would definitely recommend them and book with them again.
This is my second time booking with Helena & Nathan! Louis loves doing zoomies in their backyard and came back home exhausted. He had a minor paw injury before dropping him off which required them to clean his paw every night and they had no problem doing it. Thanks so much!!
Second time boarding my dog with Jennifer, and so glad I did! I got pictures and updates every day, Jennifer followed all the instructions for my dog's medication and daily grooming, and it was super clear that my dog was happy and well looked after. Thanks to Jennifer and her family for another great experience!!
David was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we dropped off our dog, we felt completely at ease. He kept us in the loop the whole time — great communication throughout and regular photo updates that we loved getting. He followed all of our care instructions to the letter, which really showed how much he cares about the animals in his charge. We'll definitely be booking with David again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy, attentive sitter!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Merrifield is $50
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Sitters in Merrifield average 11 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Merrifield is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Merrifield dog boarding rates can be found as low as $38 to as high as $59 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 7,128 sitters provided dog boarding in Merrifield. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Merrifield dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Merrifield have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Merrifield.
Rover makes it easy to find Merrifield dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 7,128 dog boarding sitters in Merrifield on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Merrifield, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 86% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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