Pet Boarding in Merrillville
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21. Nancy & Mark N.

“Using Rover was a last minute option for me prior to going out of town for a couple of days. I lucked out with Mark and Nancy! My dog was cared for in the same way I would care for him, I was sent pictures and a video, and they were beyond understanding when my return flight was continuously delayed. Knowing my dog was safe and happy took so much of the stress of traveling away and I will be forever grateful to them!”


22. Monica & Daniel C.

“Monica and Daniel provided excellent service. They kept me up to date with Aurora's activities, providing several pictures throughout the day. Will definitely use their services again. In very pleased.”


23. Kassia W.

“Thank you for being Stoneys sitter on short notice. I appreciate you and your families care. Good communication. I will definitely rebook in the future !!!”


24. Nicole W.

“BOOK WITH NICOLE!!! She has the most amazing personality - lets start there. She has a very welcoming presence and personable energy. My dog is literally my child.... Nicole kept me updated as often as possible and went above and beyond to make sure I knew he was safe and happy while I was away on my trip. Charlie officially has a new "auntie" and I will ALWAYS use her.. :-)”


25. Rose C.

“Buddy loved being at Rose’s house. She sent pictures to let me know how he was doing. It appeared that Buddy made himself right at home and enjoyed basking in the sun in the back yard and hanging with Rose’s 2 dogs. He came home a very happy boy and we’ll be sure to use Rose as our dog sitter whenever we head out of town or whenever Buddy needs some canine companionship for a day! 😊 All in all a great experience.”


26. Esperanza N.
“Esperanza is great with all different animals. She has pet sitter for me on many occasions and every time I know my animals are I great hands. I have 3 dogs, 1 cat, 3 large fish tanks, 1 snake, 6 geckos and 2 bearded dragons. When she pet sits she makes sure the fur babies are spoiled rotten and has even given them baths/clipped their nails for me. One of the dogs is geriatric and she always makes sure the dog is comfortable but still getting some exercise in. Esperanza always goes above and beyond when pet sitting for me and the animals all love it when she comes over.”


27. Kaneishia H.

“Very Enthusiasm and very personable.. My Pup had a great time with her and her pets... Highly recommended... Very responsive ans sent many updates.”


28. Juana P.

“Juana was amazing for our 2 fur babies! She gave me daily updates and videos and they absolutely loved it. I thought they might not want to come home! Lol we will definitely use Juana again, I could tell she loved on our doggies as her own!”


29. Nikki A.

“Just picked up our pup after our week long vacation from Nikki and John and would definitely book with them again. Nikki sent frequent updates and videos. Her home was perfect for our active 6 month old Cane Corsco, Sloan. In fact, I would say she had a pretty good vacation herself.”


30. Keela F.
“Absolutely the BEST pet sitter I’ve had to keep my fur baby. Her care for my baby was as if he were hers. She did everything I expected and more! Keela was great about sending pictures and updates as necessary. I appreciate her work and love. Her love for dogs clearly shows! I’d recommend her OVER AND OVER!”


31. Markiya C.
“Markiya is the most patient human I know. She is so gentle with animals and my dogs love her!! She is very flexible with her schedule. She was able to accommodate us for Christmas!!”


32. Sheree H.

“Wow!!! Where do I start. Sheree was amazing with my dog whom I feel is so hyper. I never had to worry about what he was doing or how the day and night was going because Sheree kept me updated everyday that I was on vacation. She sent photos and reassurances and it eased the pain of leaving my dog for so many days. She definitely has a caring spirit about where you just know your dog is in good hands. I will absolutely be booking with her again for the overnight stay. From my family and Yoshi we truly thank Sheree.”


33. MacKenzie T.

“Mackenzie was fantastic with Max. She sent pictures and updated me on how he was doing on a daily basis. Max loved playing with her pups. Her yard is huge, so plenty of room to run around. I felt very comfortable leaving Max in her care. Max really enjoyed staying at her house. I would definitely use her again for my pet.”


34. Barbara B.


“Barbara did a great job watching Cooper for 2 nights. She took the time to understand his needs on drop off, sent pictures during his stay, and coordinated the pick up without any problems. I’d recommend her services to anyone.”


35. Jenevieve R.

“My service request was last montane she accommodated me. My dog normally doesn’t eat with baby sitters but he ate with her after the 2nd booking. I was also late picking him up due to unforeseen circumstances and she accommodated!!! Her communication was great and I highly recommend!!! She is my first pick.”


36. Tracy & Jonathan R.
“Tracy absolutely loves dogs. Some would say more than people. She is absolutely wonderful with Mango who was a rescue with trust issues. Tracy worked through them with Mango who is now a loving member of the family”


37. Elizabeth M.

“I can tell my dog was so happy to stay at Elizabeth’s house. My dog was well cared for and I received pictures of him totally content. My trip was worry free because Elizabeth is an Excellent dogsitter.”


38. Katie & Nick B.

“Katie & Nick are the best! We have used them several times now for Vito and I never worry when he is with them. No one likes to leave their pets but the pictures and videos that are sent periodically throughout the stay make it easier to be away and shows how happy Vito is being with them and their Doodles. Thanks Katie & Nick!”


39. Dave M.
About: I grew up with pets all my life, after joining the military I was unable to continuously bounce around with one. By dog sitting I am able to love your dog and enjoy my time with them and continue my career in the Military. I have a very flexible work schedule Monday-Friday. I have the option of working 0700-1100 or 1100-1600. I would work out specific time and dates with owner. I live in a house in Imperial Beach, I don’t have a big backyard but I do have an open space within my housing area.


40. isabella p.
About: I have been around animals of all sorts my whole life! (from the fluffy ones to the scaly ones!) I have experience with most pets including dogs, cats, geckos, hamsters, fish, etc. I myself have a border collie named Dazie and two cats named Yuumi and Rumble! I work from 8-3 as a nanny! As soon as I get home, I tend to my pets first!! I walk the dogs! and feed the cats their wet food! I live in an apartment! Therefore, i do not have a free yard for them to roam. I take my dog out every 2-4 hours when I am home! When I am at work, they are alone for 7-8 hours but are tended to as soon as I get home! Next to my apartment is a huge unfenced field I take my dog to run around unleashed (only good for dogs that can be unleashed)!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for pet boarding in Merrillville on Rover as of Dec 2024 was about $45 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Dec 2024, 365 sitters provided pet boarding in Merrillville. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, pet boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 94% of Merrillville pet boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide pet boarding in Merrillville have an average of 17 years of experience. Pet 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 Merrillville.
Rover makes it easy to find Merrillville pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 365 pet boarding sitters in Merrillville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Merrillville, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 92% offer medication administration, and 86% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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.
Note: If your pet boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
