Dog Boarding in New Salem, MA
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1. Patrick & Doh T.
“Patrick and Doh were great sitters for my two dogs! They made my nervous blue heeler comfortable very quickly (not easy to do!). They were very communicative, and the photos they sent were great! I will definitely contact them again the next time I need to leave my dogs. Highly recommmend!”
2. Maryah C.
“Maryah was awesome. Even when our plans changed because of hurricane Lee she was accommodating. Great country location for the dogs. I would highly recommend her and have no reservations using her again in the future.”
3. Jessica C.
“Love the whole family! Maisy had a great stay with lots of walks and love. We had great communication regarding drop off and pick up times. Looking forward to scheduling another stay for Maisy.”
4. Michael B.
“My dog is a regular customer always happy to be at Michael’s house. He takes good care of her while we were away so no need to worry about our dog. Highly recommend leaving your pup with him. Michael is quick in replying which we like.”
5. Amanda H.
“Huckleberry and Sweet Pea has so much fun! They spent the holiday getting cuddles and playing with the kids. As far as my dog's are concerned, this was a great few days at camp!”
6. John M.
“John took very good care of our pup and sent up plenty of pictures from their adventures. We will be going through him again in the future! 100% recommend him to everyone!”
7. Michelle E.
“Michelle cared for our two adult (11 hrs old) cats for 1full week in June. One kitty is pretty social and adaptable , while my second kitty is pretty big anxiety kitty. Well my high anxiety kitty hid and refused to eat for the week!! Michelle was very in tune and considerate of Simon’s needs and secured him space to eat and relax! Meanwhile she was also took care of my VERY Social and Affectionate kitty, Sadie! Sadie came home with a new confidence!! Michell was very flexible and took wonderful care of my two babies!! I would definitely recommend her!!”
8. Paul M.
“You can tell when someone loves what they do, and Paul was the perfect match, very caring and knowledgeable. Our ol’ gal Greta was in great hands, I had no worries whatsoever when the time came to drop off our senior pup! Communication was A++ throughout the whole experience.”
9. Rebecca D.
“Rebecca is an amazing caregiver to all four legged friends. She is responsible and punctual and will give your pet the best care possible. Her love for dogs knows no bounds.”
10. Janice A.
“Our dog had a great 3-night stay with Janice! She went for walks in the woods, snuggled with Janice’s son, and was extremely well cared for. Happy girl upon return. Thanks, Janice!”
11. Sandra C.
“I am so grateful and appreciative of Sandra‘s loving care of Lulu while I was gone for 13 days. Lulu has a seizure disorder and Sandra was amazing with giving her medication and keeping me updated every day with her status and sending pictures of how well loved and cared for she was. Sandra and her husband John invited Lulu into their home and treated her as though she was theirs!”
12. Patti B.
“We are new to using Patti, but couldn't be happier with her care of our Josie. Patti was very good about letting me know how Josie was getting on and sending photos of the two of them together. I have already scheduled our next visit with Patti!”
13. Anthony V.
“Anthony has grown up around dogs since little. From French bulldog to cane corso he has shown patience, and the ability to learn about the breeds separately. Knows how to have fun and play yet keep control of the situation.”
14. megan b.
“Kevin returned home super happy! We could tell he was well-loved over the weekend. It was sweet to see him with other small dogs, hanging out in a little dog army!”
15. Ali S.
“Ali and his wife are incredible caretakers for animals in their care. I got pictures every day of my dog. It made me feel secure in her care. I recommend them highly.”
16. Dayana C.
“Dayana did an amazing job with my pup. Even sent photo updates throughout the booking! I’ll definitely be using her services again in the future!”
17. Courtney R.
“Courtney was amazing! She responded to my very last minute request and provided fantastic care for Wally. Her communication was clear and she sent me great photos to show how much fun Wally was having with she and her roommates! If we’re back out here before she graduates in May, I’d definitely have her watch Wally again.”
18. Heidi H.
“Heidi did a fantastic job taking care of our puppy, Kaju. She was great about sharing pictures and updates, which made us feel so at ease. Kaju came back happy and well-cared for. Highly recommend her!”
19. Mandy M.
“I felt very comfortable leaving my girls with Mandy and will use her again!!”
20. Phillip G.
“Phil provided excellent care of my 2 Golden Retrievers and was flexible when my travel plans changed. I received daily photos which showed my dogs enjoying their stay. His large fenced-in backyard was a plus as my dogs love to roam and play. Phil was able to accommodate changes in my travel plans as I had to move up drop off date and extend the stay due airline cancelations.”
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As of Mar 2025, 151 sitters provided dog boarding in New Salem. 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, 92% of New Salem dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in New Salem have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 New Salem.
Rover makes it easy to find New Salem 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 151 dog boarding sitters in New Salem on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In New Salem, 89% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
Note: If your dog 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 dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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