Dog Boarding in Merritt Island
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“Krystal is always so kind to our babies. When they come home they are exhausted and happy. She sends updates on their visit and photos so we can see them interacting and having a great time.”
About: I do work with rescue dogs and Volunteer for several rescues. I Work wonderful with dogs of all sizes and ages. Have helped train Service Dogs with Paws For Vets, am a member of PSDT, and helped train 1000s of dogs basic obedience in a local pet store. Also an AKC, CGC certifier. I live less than a mile from a vet and the dog park if ur pet stays with me. If I stay at your house I will be there overnight. Don’t mind staying on the couch. I am great with cats and other animals. My schedule is pretty open right now. I am considering making pet care my full time job. I love animals and taking care of pets. My home is pet friendly with a fenced in back yard. We feed twice a day with full time access to water. We play and snuggle, getting plenty of enrichment and attention. Animals are well taken care of, flea prevention and Rabies Vaccination are a must.
“Maggie had a great time with Dee and her family. Dee will be my first choice when we travel again. Maggie was dressed up for 4th of July and went to the river with her new friends.”
“Dash just loves Carl and Linda. He always gets excited when we turn onto their street. They are always our #1 choice when finding a place for Dash to stay. Thank you Carl and Linda.”
“Nikki was awesome watching our pup! We got in depth daily updates and pictures. We could tell our dog was well taken care of and had a great time!”
“Shelly was so good with my boys! She kept us informed on how they were doing and sent pictures. I would definitely recommend using her and will be using her again myself!”
“The family was very welcoming and excited to meet Our Boys. Rusty and Murphy immediately checked out their lil dog and surroundings along with 2 children and we were completely ignored. We received hilarious pictures of their "doggy vaca" and they were loving life. Played cards. Kissing games with children and hugged the bed from The parents. Everything was as it should be. We would not hesitate using their services when again in area. Thank you SO MUCH.”
“This is the third overnight with Gabe and Nancy. Max and Molly love it there and we do not worry about them when we are out of town!!! Thank you!!!”
“Beckley seemed to enjoy being at Allyson's home. Her update pictures were reassuring to me as this was my first time to leave her. I really appreciate Allyson taking such good care of my old girl.”
“We rebooked Lori after last year’s stay. She is wonderful! Watson loves staying with Lori and feels so at home with her. You can tell she truly loves what she does. She sends tons of pictures and videos to keep you updated. We never have to worry about Watson when he is with Lori because she is the absolute best sitter you could choose!”
About: I have taken care of many dogs over the years & have loved every minute of it!! I treat every dog like they are my own. I love to play, cuddle, & bond with each one. It is a special time at my home. I currently stay home so I have plenty of time to play and bond with each dog and give them the quality care they need. I have a nice size fenced in yard that dogs can run around & I can play fetch with them. If at all they need to be in a crate for their safety I can do that as well.
“We enjoyed our vacation knowing he was well taken care of. Hee house is very clean and smells great, as well as having two giant fluffy balls with legs who were very nice. Shes a very sweet girl and sent us pictures of Apollo stay and kept us updated with no problems happening. I wondered if we did some excellent training and my dog was just amazing or if the credit is really due to the fantastic babysitter. I would definitely recommend and use her services again, even in future reference of shorter vacations and stays.”
“Gerri took amazing care of our two pups on super short notice. We could not be happier to have found her and appreciated all the updates during our trip, Thank you so much!”
“I was very impressed with our recent Rover booking. I was put at ease by Cyndy’s professionalism and care for my cat. She took into my cat’s needs and adjusted to my cat’s needs so that both my cat and I were comforted. My cat got affection and care and Cyndy provided pictures and updates over the course of the stay.”
“Elizabeth was amazing!! Blanca had a great time riding around The Great Outdoors with her. She was very well cared for and we appreciated all the extra attention she gave her.”
“Thank you so much for watching my baby girl. Kali had a great time spending with you and your family. I will be using your doggie sitting services in the future. Thank you again!!! 😊 great!”
“My sons and I first went for an initial visit where Vikki slowly introduced Yoda to each of her fur guests one by one to ensure they would get along. Right away he was running around making friends. It was a comfortable size for dogs to run around and play. Vikki takes her role as your fur baby sitter seriously even having her sleeping arrangements outdoors in separate housing should she need to keep a closer eye on her guests who may require more attention :). She sent over pictures at the end of his stay and he sure looked like he had a good time. Yoda will be back should we need to go out of town for sure!”
“Nina was amazing. Her love of my dogs was obvious from the start. My dogs loved being there and it was the most stress amd worry free dog sitting experience I've ever had. Highly recommend for anybody looking!”
“Alison was absolutely amazing with our dogs! Communication with her was effortless, and she cared for our furry friends as if they were her own. It was clear they had a fantastic time with her, her family, and even her own doggy! We will definitely book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving dog sitter.”
“Thanks a lot for looking after Max during our vacation at Cocoa Beach. Drop off and pick up was easy. Melissa sent us updates and pics throughout Max’s stay. Really enjoy it”
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Krystal R.Star Sitter
“Krystal is always so kind to our babies. When they come home they are exhausted and happy. She sends updates on their visit and photos so we can see them interacting and having a great time.”
Colleen C.Star Sitter
“Colleen accommodated our 2 dogs on very short notice when my family was in the process of moving and running in to problems. One of my dogs is a nervous wreck, but he was completely at ease and comfortable staying with her. Colleen knows her dogs and knows how to take care of them!”
Dee C.Star Sitter
“Maggie had a great time with Dee and her family. Dee will be my first choice when we travel again. Maggie was dressed up for 4th of July and went to the river with her new friends.”
Carl & Linda A.Star Sitter
“Dash just loves Carl and Linda. He always gets excited when we turn onto their street. They are always our #1 choice when finding a place for Dash to stay. Thank you Carl and Linda.”
Nikki G.
“Nikki was awesome watching our pup! We got in depth daily updates and pictures. We could tell our dog was well taken care of and had a great time!”
Shelly S.Star Sitter
“Shelly was so good with my boys! She kept us informed on how they were doing and sent pictures. I would definitely recommend using her and will be using her again myself!”
Timothy & Crystal G.Star Sitter
“The family was very welcoming and excited to meet Our Boys. Rusty and Murphy immediately checked out their lil dog and surroundings along with 2 children and we were completely ignored. We received hilarious pictures of their "doggy vaca" and they were loving life. Played cards. Kissing games with children and hugged the bed from The parents. Everything was as it should be. We would not hesitate using their services when again in area. Thank you SO MUCH.”
Nancy & Gabriel N.Star Sitter
“This is the third overnight with Gabe and Nancy. Max and Molly love it there and we do not worry about them when we are out of town!!! Thank you!!!”
Allyson Eileen V.
“Beckley seemed to enjoy being at Allyson's home. Her update pictures were reassuring to me as this was my first time to leave her. I really appreciate Allyson taking such good care of my old girl.”
Lori M.Star Sitter
“We rebooked Lori after last year’s stay. She is wonderful! Watson loves staying with Lori and feels so at home with her. You can tell she truly loves what she does. She sends tons of pictures and videos to keep you updated. We never have to worry about Watson when he is with Lori because she is the absolute best sitter you could choose!”
Tracey B.
“Tracey has dog sat my sweet Maltese several times. I am very particular about my little dog and I would never leave him with just anyone. Tracey is so loving and makes my dog feel right at home. He even perks up when I ask him if he wants to go see Aunt Tracey! :-) She is very organized, she always asks me about his feeding schedule and his routine and she will make it a priority to try and stick to the same routine as your dog normally has, if at all possible. She even allows my dog, Marshmallow to sleep with her because he is used to always sleeping with me. I know when Marshmallow is staying with Tracey, he will have the very best care and love while he is there. It's the next best thing to being home with me. Tracey's home is Marshmallow's home away from home. I highly recommend Tracey as anyone's dog sitter. She already has so much experience with dog sitting for multiple people and they are regular customers of hers now. She definitely deserves a 5 star rating! Your pup will be in wonderful hands!”
Katelynn F.Star Sitter
“We enjoyed our vacation knowing he was well taken care of. Hee house is very clean and smells great, as well as having two giant fluffy balls with legs who were very nice. Shes a very sweet girl and sent us pictures of Apollo stay and kept us updated with no problems happening. I wondered if we did some excellent training and my dog was just amazing or if the credit is really due to the fantastic babysitter. I would definitely recommend and use her services again, even in future reference of shorter vacations and stays.”
gerri g.
“Gerri took amazing care of our two pups on super short notice. We could not be happier to have found her and appreciated all the updates during our trip, Thank you so much!”
Cyndy G.Star Sitter
“I was very impressed with our recent Rover booking. I was put at ease by Cyndy’s professionalism and care for my cat. She took into my cat’s needs and adjusted to my cat’s needs so that both my cat and I were comforted. My cat got affection and care and Cyndy provided pictures and updates over the course of the stay.”
Elizabeth M.
“Elizabeth was amazing!! Blanca had a great time riding around The Great Outdoors with her. She was very well cared for and we appreciated all the extra attention she gave her.”
Kaylee S.Star Sitter
“Thank you so much for watching my baby girl. Kali had a great time spending with you and your family. I will be using your doggie sitting services in the future. Thank you again!!! 😊 great!”
Vikki H.Star Sitter
“My sons and I first went for an initial visit where Vikki slowly introduced Yoda to each of her fur guests one by one to ensure they would get along. Right away he was running around making friends. It was a comfortable size for dogs to run around and play. Vikki takes her role as your fur baby sitter seriously even having her sleeping arrangements outdoors in separate housing should she need to keep a closer eye on her guests who may require more attention :). She sent over pictures at the end of his stay and he sure looked like he had a good time. Yoda will be back should we need to go out of town for sure!”
Nina M.
“Nina was amazing. Her love of my dogs was obvious from the start. My dogs loved being there and it was the most stress amd worry free dog sitting experience I've ever had. Highly recommend for anybody looking!”
Alison A.
“Alison was absolutely amazing with our dogs! Communication with her was effortless, and she cared for our furry friends as if they were her own. It was clear they had a fantastic time with her, her family, and even her own doggy! We will definitely book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving dog sitter.”
Melissa M.Star Sitter
“Thanks a lot for looking after Max during our vacation at Cocoa Beach. Drop off and pick up was easy. Melissa sent us updates and pics throughout Max’s stay. Really enjoy it”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Merritt Island is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Merritt Island dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $53 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 276 sitters provided dog boarding in Merritt Island. 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, 93% of Merritt Island dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Merritt Island have an average of 21 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 14 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 Merritt Island.
Rover makes it easy to find Merritt Island 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 276 dog boarding sitters in Merritt Island on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Merritt Island, 97% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 91% 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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