Dog Boarding in New York City
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“Sarah was incredible with our high energy pup, tali! She was communicative, responsive, and super flexible when our flight getting home was very delayed. Tali had the best time and we’ll absolutely be having sarah watch her next time we are out of town!”
“Merin was AMAZING!! I really felt Moose was being well taken care of and left me with such peace of mind while on vacation. She was super thorough, gave constant updates, and reached out with any questions/concerns. Hands down we found our go to sitter which is the best feeling knowing I have someone to trust to take care of Moose when I need a little R&R! Thank you!!”
“Tallin was a truly wonderful dogsitter! I've left my dog with very few sitters before, so I was a bit anxious about leaving him with a stranger, but Tallin put me right at ease with twice-daily updates and lots of photos. I will absolutely try to book with her again next time I need a sitter!”
“Ian and Clementina were great with Tripp, from taking him to the dog park to letting him join all their errands. I really appreciated the prompt communication and daily photo updates — Tripp was comfortable and rolling over for belly rubs almost instantly with them!”
“Kecia was great and kept us informed about Coco via photos. We picked up our dog and she was happy and as jubilant as ever. We'll definitely be rebooking here!”
“David and his wife were FANTASTIC! They treated my dog Tati with love and care. She has horrible separation anxiety so we are selective with who we trust but we would definitely hire them again. They sent regular updates and were really responsive. I’m happy to have found a reliable sitter in Bushwick and would highly recommend!”
“Kiersten and Casey are the best! Super accommodating. Just the right amount of pics and updates :) I knew my girl was in good hands the whole time. 10/10!”
“Rue had such a great time with Grace! Everything went smooth and Rue felt right at home. Got plenty of cute updates while we were away, would absolutely leave her with Grace again!”
“Thank you for watching my little buddy during my trip. Updated me with pictures, gave Jesse his medicine, took him for walks and played with him. Couldn't ask for more!”
“Michael is simply the greatest dog boarder in the history of the world. When you book through Michael, though, you don't just get him, you also get his amazing wife, too. Michael took care of my dog Lucas during a medical emergency. I was at work at the hospital after midnight. We were terribly low-staffed. There was no one to take over my patients. If I'd left work, I probably would have lost my license and been fired for abandonment. Michael took my dog to an emergency 24 hour vet and didn't get back home until like 2 in the morning. The care he took of my dog went above and beyond. He is awesome, he is amazing, he is smart and capable and caring, I cannot say enough good things about him. You can trust your fur babies with Michael. With him and his wife, they are in amazing hands. It's always scary entrusting your canine children to a stranger, but with Michael you realize that he's not a stranger, he's the family member you didn't know you had. Thank you Michael!!!”
“Kylie and Kris were wonderful hosts for the bearded queen, goofball supreme: Mischa 🐾. Mischa and I met Kylie in the park a few weeks prior to our booking; she asked good, comprehensive questions about Mischa’s preferences and routines, and listened attentively. I appreciate that she has experience with senior/special needs dogs (even though Mischa doesn’t have special needs, just very strong preferences.) She kept me up to date throughout the long weekend with jolly pictures. She and Kris showered Mischa with love and care, and in the end, there is nothing better than that!”
“Kathy was super communicative, extremely thoughtful, and very accommodating and was terrific experience for myself, a first-time boarder with Rover. Even when some unforeseen issues arose with our return flights, Kathy went above and beyond expectations making sure Rory was taken care of. We would definitely think of her first and foremost going forward, and we're sure Rory would echo our sentiments!”
“Our dog Sylvie loves staying with Kira and her family. We appreciate that Kira shares frequent updates on how our dog is doing and is flexible with scheduling as needed. Thanks for everything Kira!!”
“Hannah was the absolute BEST sitter! This was our first time using Rover and we feel so lucky it was with Hannah. Our dog Alfie has some funny quirks, resource guarding, and some unpredictable reactivity with other dogs and Hannah calmed any nerves we had going into the overnight stay. She was highly communicative, sent great pictures, and Alfie felt right at home! Would highly recommend Hannah to anyone in search of a reliable dog sitter, we will definitely be reaching out to her again for future stays!”
“Lauren was great with Rupert. She sent multiple pictures and videos during his stay. Her dog Lila seemed like a perfect play match. See you around the neighborhood. Thanks again for accommodating on short notice! A+”
“We always feel confident leaving Billy, our special needs dog with Karin and Charlie. They take great care of him and keep us informed of their adventures together.”
About: Hi! I’m Valentina - a calm, reliable dog walker based in LIC. I walk with structure, patience, and positive energy, so every dog feels safe, relaxed, and understood. My hands-on experience comes from caring for my own dog, Sammy. I cook for him, manage his daily routine, and I’ve trained him in multiple tricks since he was a puppy ( he could honestly be an actor by now). Living with Sammy has taught me how to read dog behavior, respond calmly, and keep walks safe and enjoyable. I offer walks between 8 AM and 6 PM, perfect for busy schedules, long work days, or when you’re not feeling your best. Your dog will always get a calm, structured, happy walk, every time. Pet care is already part of my everyday routine. I walk my own dog, Sammy, multiple times a day, so adding client walks fits naturally into my schedule. I’m available for morning, midday, and evening walks, and I keep my calendar flexible for last-minute or same-day requests. Caring for dogs is something I do consistently, so your pet will always have dependable, structured attention. Safety and comfort always come first. When caring for pets, I follow their routine exactly as instructed and keep walks calm and controlled. I avoid crowded areas, and choose safe, quiet routes.
“We loved Summer! She took such great care of our 13-year old greyhound mix while we were away for 10 days. Summer was very responsive, sent lots of (very welcomed!) updates, and was diligent about how much food our dog needed and what his habits and routines were. Our boy was well looked after and came back his happy, healthy self. Thank you so much, Summer!”
“The best of the best! Truly the most communicative sitter the doggies have ever had. She’s so warm and friendly and I absolutely loved how many photos she sent us! What even better, is that the dogs loved her so much. I could tell they were in good hands with her and it put me so at ease. Most certainly rebooking with her, even though she’s always booked up because she’s awesome! Thank you, Stephanie!! ♥️”
“Mathew was very communicative while watching my new kitten! I had a trip come up last minute and needed someone trustworthy to watch my cat, Mathew did a great job calming my nerves and taking great care of chowder!”
New York City dog parents share their Rover experiences
Yuan and Rober did an absolutely amazing job taking care of our dog during her boarding stay! They followed all of our detailed instructions so carefully and paid great attention to every part of her daily routine. Their communication was outstanding — they provided clear, consistent updates and photos every day, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was really reassuring to know our dog was in such caring and attentive hands. We’re incredibly grateful for everything they did and would 100% trust them again in the future. Highly recommend.
Vivian took such great care of Happy while I was away. She was attentive, communicative, and experienced with dogs. I really appreciated the regular updates and photos, which gave me peace of mind the entire time. Happy can be a bit shy at first, but she seemed comfortable and well cared for, which says a lot. I would trust Vivian again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter.
Brent and Candice took such amazing care of my Charlie. I met Brent ahead of Charlie's stay and he walked me through the routine. I received daily updates. My dog was so happy to have another pup to play with during his stay. I highly recommend Brent to care for your pup.
Janet and Spencer were great! They were flexible with drop-off and pick up, and clearly took good care of Penny and kept me up to date with photos. Janet even made a cute report card for Penny after the stay! I will definitely look to book with them again in the future.
I had such a great experience with her over the eight days she watched Chloe. She was always prompt, kind, and extremely communicative, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. She consistently updated me with messages and photos, and it was clear that Chloe was in loving, attentive hands. Chloe was walked daily and got nice, long walks, which I really appreciated. She also seemed to do great socializing with the other dogs. Most importantly, I could tell that Chloe genuinely trusted and felt comfortable with her—and that means everything to me. I would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone reliable, caring, and trustworthy to watch their dog.
This was Chelsea’s second time staying with Ruby and William. I can tell that she is so healthy and happy, so I know she has the best care and enjoys her stays with them so much. They sent me photos and pictures every day of Chelsea happily playing, walking, and napping. Really appreciate it 🙏🏻 we will see you again soon!
I would absolutely recommend Renzo! He is wonderful and communicative and clearly loves dogs! We left our dog Pegs, who has separation anxiety, with Renzo for 7 nights and it was a great experience - we felt at ease and we could tell from the multiple update photos that our dog was also comfortable. From meeting us a bit before the stay so our dog could get familiar, to understanding when we were late for pickup due to airport delays, Renzo went above and beyond throughout our entire experience. I look forward to working with him again (and I’m sure Pegs does, too!)
Ahh got it – this should reflect a repeat stay (which is even stronger). Here’s a better version: Kylie and Kris took care of Lily for a second time, and once again they were amazing. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing she was going back to people she already knew and loved. They’re incredibly attentive, communicative, and clearly treat her like their own – would absolutely trust them again (and clearly already have!).
Alysa took such great care of my pup! Despite dealing with a challenging start to the sit (he was a bit sick and not eating), Alyssa went above and beyond to make sure he was taken care of and kept me updated along the way. I always know he’s in good hands when he’s with Alyssa
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in New York City is $60
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Sitters in New York City average 6 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Apr 2026, 13,914 sitters provided dog boarding in New York City. 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, 89% of New York City dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in New York City have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 York City.
Rover makes it easy to find New York City 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 13,914 dog boarding sitters in New York City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In New York City, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 92% 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.
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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