Dog Boarding Minneapolis
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“Erin took amazing care of scooby! He was super comfortable staying with her and had a lot of fun as evidenced by her twice daily picture/ video updates. I could tell he loved her when I picked him up on the last day! Thanks Erin!”
“Robert was great with our family dog Izzy. She is truly a member of our family and we always feel bad leaving her behind when we go out of town and Robert did a wonderful job sending pictures and videos to let us know how she is doing. Would definitely recommend Robert and plan on using him again in the future.”
“Liam was great with the doggies, he had great communication and sent us updates daily. We're very grateful and will be surely keep looking for him in future trips”
“Thank you for another great boarding experience! We had a great vacation and it helped to know Will was in good hands and enjoying his week too! We love getting updates and photos while we were gone. Thank you!”
“Kira was fantastic. She took good care of my pups while I was on vacation. She sent me daily photos and was very responsive. I will definitely use her services again.”
“Catherine and her husband took excellent care of our dog. Very communicative with pics, video and messages. Made us feel very relaxed with the care of one of our family.”
About: I've always been a pet lover. Did pet sitting as a pre-teen and teenager. I had a soul cat for 15 years and a soul dog for 13 years. I have 2 grand-pups who I often dog sit or just take for a day adventure. I've had guinea pigs, hampsters, fish, you name it. I pass you and your animal on the street don't be offended by me going straight to them first! Animals (all animals) seem to love me back too which I LOVE! I'm currently not working or occasionally working remote contract jobs so I have plenty of time to spend spoiling your furr baby! And spoil them I will!!!! I have a condo in Minneapolis near the Sculpture Garden and Loring park. I am on the first floor with a patio and yard so plenty of space to do their business or to take a great walk. My building is small and very pet friendly. I'm also comfortable traveling out to your home since I'm central to the area.
“Promise and her pups took really great care of my corgi for a week while I was away for work. I received consistent updates and when I picked up Mooney she seemed happy!”
“We had a great experience boarding with Susie! We felt very comfortable leaving our dog in her care. In fact, after seeing the photos and getting reports, we were worried our dog may not want to come home with us! Thank you!”
“Lan is very communicative and flexible. My dog Dottie seemed to have a great time. Would use again. LAN’s home was warm, clean and friendly. Also she had a nice fenced in yard.”
“Colleen took such amazing care of Noli, she sent several updates, the cutest pictures and she even cooked her special food when our pup had a tummy ache. Noli came home very relaxed and happy to have met her new fur friend Nico. Thanks again Colleen!”
“This was my first time using rover and I had a great experience! Betsy sent several updates during the day. Ida is a very energetic golden doodle and I was worried about leaving her with someone else for the first time. I can trust Betsy to take care of her and give her all of the attention she needs. I felt at ease when I was traveling Would highly recommend!”
“Mack had a fantastic long weekend at Kara and Adam's house! Reservations and meet-up were a breeze and Kara's communication was timely and did a lot to calm our nerves around being away from Mack for the first time; pictures were an awesome bonus. Will definitely book again.”
“Excellent experience! J has a wonderful, calm home environment that was absolutely perfect for my elderly dog. He is highly communicative and took wonderful care of him. I will definitely book with him again!”
“Hannah is amazing! We've left our girl with her twice now, and she took really good care of her and adapted to her needs for 100%! Thank you so much, we'll definitely be back ❤️”
“Maddie was not just cared for, she was loved and cherished by Eric and Martha! They provided us many photos and videos and you could tell just how happy our dog was in their care. It won’t be Maddie’s last visit with them!”
“Maria was an excellent host! She provided regular communication and pictures throughout my dog’s stay. My elderly dog felt so comfortable with Maria! I highly recommend her and would book with her again.”
“Andrew is so thoughtful, prepared, and caring! Our puppy always comes home so happy and fulfilled from his time staying with Andrew, who has also been very patient with our growing puppy who is still learning a lot. We also always appreciate the consistent check-ins and updates while we’re gone. Thank you Andrew!!”
“Rachel was an excellent sitter for Rosie!! Her space is very dog friendly. Rosie has some anxiety, but she seemed very comfortable with Rachel. I appreciated Rachel’s daily updates and pictures. Would highly recommend Rachel as a sitter!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Minneapolis is $45
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Minneapolis
Dave and family were super awesome hosts to my old man for the weekend! He has trouble moving around with his arthritis, but they made sure to walk him with his little harness and get them outside in the grass where he could lounge around! His little girls also tucked him in - so sweet!! Highly recommend for anyone looking for hands-on attention for their loved ones while they are away! Will definitely be reaching out when Puckett needs another weekend away from dad - 20 out of 10!!
Kaitlin was once again amazing with caring for our pup! This was his first multi-day boarding with Kaitlin & he looked so happy & at home in every vid & pic she sent us. It's great knowing that our dog is in good hands with Kaitlin, she's definitely my (& my dog's!) first choice for a petsitter.
Kara, Adam and family were amazing! Twyla got the best care and even surprised us by eating her full dinner and going on walks! As an anxious pup, we never know how she’ll respond to a new environment but she settled in like it was her own home and had an amazing time.
Robert was amazing with our pup! He not only agreed to care for our Josie girl extremely last minute, but rearranged his entire day to help my partner and I with her. She is a little bit high maintenance and he put our minds completely at ease while she was in his care. He sent plenty of updates, and communicated with us throughout the weekend so we could enjoy our time without having to worry about her. We will definitely be booking with Robert again whenever we’re in town and would recommend him to anyone looking for someone to care for their fur baby. It was evident she enjoyed her time with him when we picked her up 🤣 thank you Robert!
Gabrielle and Tommie took wonderful care of our dog over a long weekend! Gabrielle is very quick to respond to messages and sent us several photos of Marty during his stay. He was clearly having a wonderful time and they even filled up a kiddie pool for him to play in on a hot day! We would love for our dog to stay with them again in the future!
Ryan was great from the first day I reached out. He took great care of Pops during an extended trip. Tons of communication and multiple daily pictures. It's always hard to leave our pets and he made it as easy and comfortable as possible. Pops came back just as happy and healthy after 2.5 weeks. I will definitely reach out to Ryan again.
Yidan is absolutely wonderful! We were quite nervous because our dog, Oona, has separation anxiety and was also recovering from her spay surgery. But Yidan handled everything perfectly. What surprised us the most was how quickly Oona warmed up to her-she usually takes a long time to trust new people, so seeing her bond with Yidan right away was amazing. Yidan was incredibly punctual, attentive to all the post-op care instructions, and just an absolute joy to work with. We couldn't be happier and highly recommend her!
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FAQs for Boarding - Minneapolis
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Minneapolis on Rover is $44.4 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 2,688 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Minneapolis. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
95% of Minneapolis sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Minneapolis landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis.
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.
You and your Minneapolis 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 MN 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.
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