Dog Boarding in Newark
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Top rated Newark dog boarders
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“SO GREAT! This was POLAR opposite of our very first experience using Rover. SO GLAD WE TRIED ROVER AGAIN! Jie and her family took such good care of our dog. She gave us piece of mind with her responses to our text and photos sent while we were away. A five day stay and what a relief to know our pup was SAFE, loved, being well cared for and looked after. All of the things she says will happen do! When we picked our fur-ball up she was happy and healthy! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”
“We had our 2 cats (Aurora and Orion) stay with Zhiya over the 4th of July weekend. We couldn't be more happy with the care and service she provided them. We knew just by meeting her that she was the right person for the job. And her "cat room" in her home was plenty big enough, clean, and filled with pet toys to keep them entertained. During our trip, she would send updates and pictures of how they were doing giving us great comfort. We highly recommend Zhiya's services to care for your pets during your trip too. Your pets will thank you for it. 🐱 Sincerely, Fred Roy”
“Lily has been an absolutely awesome to work with. She was very caring and loving with our dog. She sends us pictures at least twice or thrice a day keeping us updated about how our dog is doing which kept us informed and at peace. Our dog loves to spend time with lily and her family and we have seen this first hand when our dog gets super excited when we enter their street. I am more than happy with Lilly’s service and recommend her for sure.”
“Nina and Tony are amazing! They were so good with our sweet Pebbles while we went away for over a week. We can tell Pebbles had a blast, they took care of her like she was their own. They are also just very nice people, great updates and easy going. Pebbles made a couple of new best friends and she will absolutely be going back some time!”
“Judi was great with Chesney. He had lots of walks, which he loves. She also took care of an unexpected health issue without hesitation, which we really appreciated.”
“Melody took great care of Jarvis again! She stayed on top of his food and medication just like last time and treated him like her own. I really appreciate how detailed she is. She kept notes on his potty breaks, meals, meds, and even sleep, which gives me so much peace of mind especially with his medical needs. She’s reliable, attentive, and clearly cares a lot. I’d definitely book with her again!”
“She took great care of my two doodles and sent me photos and videos every day. I could tell that the dogs were happy staying with her! She also kept them clean, even after all the walks she had taken them out for. Highly recommend! I'm rebooking her for sure!!”
“Selena took the time to know my dog before our appointment. She was also accommodating to our plan changes and our specific needs. My dog looked happy under her care and had a great time!”
“Sriram is a fantastic sitter! I’ve had mixed luck in the past, but he exceeded all expectations. My dog was treated like family, enjoying tons of walks and play in a safe, spotless home. Sriram’s constant updates and photos gave me total peace of mind. I picked up a happy, relaxed pup who clearly enjoyed his 'vacation’ lol. We will absolutely be booking with Sriram and his awesome family again!”
“Nancy has great communication, sending up photos and messages during even short stays with her. We appreciate her responsiveness and flexibility!”
“Absolutely 5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ all the way! Every activity that my big boy Lab loves, Mayuri and her husband provided, although they themselves have a much smaller cute pet dog. Labs LOVE attention and activity - and Zippy got that in abundance - the morning and evening updates by pics and videos, made our hearts so warm,. knowing that my boy is safe and good hands.”
“Shruti and Gautham are very kind and are very accommodating dog sitters. They already have a large breed at theirs so it was very relieving and didn’t have a worry much about running them through big dog details. We are very glad we found them on rover and although Leo is nervous at new place he did great for the first time with them and I am pretty sure he’ll only get comfortable and be excited to go to them in no time. Thanks for taking care of Leo guys”
“We boarded our German shepherd (Bentley) with Ken for nearly 2 weeks while we were out of the country. We were extremely happy with the way Ken took care of our Bentley. Ken was very professional and extremely caring towards Bentley. He was flexible with the drop-off/pick-up timings. He kept us up to date with pictures and videos almost every day :) I even had to suggest that he didn't need to send pictures & videos that often :) Bentley has made friends with Neo, which is wonderful for us coz Bentley wouldn't easily mingle with other pets. Bentley thoroughly enjoyed his stay at Ken's place! We'll definitely book with Ken in the future! :)”
“We are so grateful when Namita and Sijan can watch our Chewy. Chewy has separation anxiety and seems to appreciate plenty of attention in their home, and is comfortable there surrounded by other dogs his size. We always love getting pictures of him hanging around the house with his friends.”
About: I absolutely LOVE dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes, and I just want to be their best friend! I currently have a cat and have previously fostered a large dog and hosted dogs in my home for up to one week while their owners were out of town. I'd love to do drop-in visits to make sure your pet is well taken care of while you're away. I also offer doggie daycare if your dog has separation anxiety and just needs someone to cuddle and play with them while you're at work! I have lots of experience caring for cats as well as experience with dog sitting for extended periods of time. I’m very patient with getting to know new animals and earn their trust. I have experience caring for puppies to senior dogs of all sizes and will cater to your dog's individual energy level and personality. I have also taken care of many different cats of all ages and personalities. I'm very willing to work with you and your fur baby to make sure that that all of his/her needs are met, and most importantly that you feel comfortable knowing that your pet is happy well taken care of. I have experience administering medication to cats (i.e. pills and other oral medication). For drop-in visits, I’m also more than happy to help with any chores around the house if needed, such as watering plants and bringing in the mail. I'm fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and have also gotten three booster shots, including the bivalent booster I’m currently working on a hybrid schedule, so I’ll be home during the weekdays on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Since my job is mostly sitting at a desk all day, I’d love any excuse to get outdoors to get some exercise and take your dogs on long walks! If your dog likes to play fetch, I keep a whole bag of tennis balls on hand just for the dogs I take care of. Your pet will be treated as if he/she were my own and will receive all the love and belly scratches while they're in my care. I'll make sure that they have enough food and water and spend time playing and/or cuddling with them. I'll also send lots of photos after each visit.
“Emma is a great dog sitter who takes amazing care of all dogs. She is very caring and understanding to all dogs and makes them feel at home. Emma is the perfect dog sitter!”
“We left Kenzo under Savita's care for few days and we are very happy the way Savita and Ashwin took care of him. Our fur baby is very shy and takes his own time to get adjusted to new environment. But, Savita and family made him feel very comfortable and I could see from pictures and videos that he was enjoying playing with them and was happy to be around other fur friends they had. I would definitely take Savita and Ashwin's help in the future and would also recommend them to others. Thanks - Archana”
About: Hi! I’m Siyi, a lifelong animal lover and pet parent with over 15 years of experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages, sizes, and personalities. Over the years, I’ve cared for everything from young puppies and kittens to senior pets who need extra patience, attention, and routine. I understand that every pet is different, and I take the time to learn their habits, preferences, and individual needs so they can feel comfortable and secure while you’re away. I work from home full-time, which means your pet will receive plenty of supervision, companionship, potty breaks, playtime, and affection throughout the day. Pets are rarely left alone and become part of our daily routine. My father is a physician, which has taught me to be attentive to health, safety, and recognizing when something may need extra attention. I’m comfortable following detailed care instructions, administering owner-provided medications, and providing extra support for senior pets. At Pawsmos, I aim to provide a safe, clean, and loving home environment where pets are treated like family. I also send regular photo and video updates so you can have peace of mind while you’re away. I look forward to meeting you and your furry family member! I work from home full-time, so pets are part of my daily routine and will have plenty of supervision throughout the day. I’m available for boarding and daycare with frequent potty breaks, walks, playtime, feeding, and cuddle time based on each pet’s needs. Your pet will stay in a clean, safe, and loving home with a fully fenced backyard for supervised outdoor time and play. I work from home full-time, so pets are rarely left alone and receive plenty of attention throughout the day. My dog, Cosmo, is friendly and well-socialized, and I carefully match guests to ensure everyone is comfortable. Pets are welcome throughout the home and can relax, nap, and play in a calm family environment. I also provide regular photo and video updates so you can have peace of mind while you’re away.
“Daisy had a lovely stay in Jie's home! She made friends and was given so many yummy treats. Jie is very responsive, flexible, knowledgable, and she also sends many photos during Daisy's stays. Daisy always has a great time when she is with Jie.”
“Thanks for taking excellent care of my dog, Friday while he was recovering from a leg injury. I loved all the pictures and updates. You were great at communicating and following all my extensive instructions 😅 and also were super flexible and helpful during a stressful period. You also really cared about my dog's well being, taking him on sniffing walks and car rides and playing games with him to keep him entertained. I would 100% recommend you both to other dog parents! Thank you!”
Over 1,981 pet parents in Newark have booked dog boarding
Newark dog parents share their Rover experiences
Jaimie was excellent sitter. She was very communicative and answered all ofy questions. I had a lot of instructions to her as my dog was dealing with some skin infection. She followed those instructions to the Tee. Jaimie was very accommodating as well The fact that my dog was confused between choosing me vs Jaimie when we went to pick her up was telling that my dog had a great time with Jaimie.
Shruti and Gaurav, were absolutely fantastic with Geru! They really took the time to understand his needs, stuck perfectly to his routines, and made sure he got plenty of exercise. I loved getting the timely updates, which gave me total peace of mind. It was also wonderful to see how well Geru and Toto got along. I highly recommend them!
We had left our fur baby with Hong for the week of our wedding! Even just driving up to Hongs house, our dog started wagging her tail uncontrollably. She loves it there! While we were very occupied with family and celebrations, Hong kept me and my wife in the know with how our Lylla girl was doing. Constant pictures and videos throughout the week. Hong is a true dog person, who treats our baby with the utmost love and respect. I will never have anyone else watch my pup other than Hong if given the chance 💙
Shital was a fantastic sitter! My dog loved being with her and Shital showed him care and love and made sure he felt welcome! We met beforehand to meet Shital, and it was clear she is an experienced carer. Shital provided plenty of pictures and updates while my dog was in her care. He enjoyed his time there and I will be booking with Shital in the future!
We are so incredibly grateful to Melody (and her mom!) for taking such wonderful care of our two dogs, Mazal and Merci, while we were overseas. Leaving your dogs for an international trip is never easy, especially when they each have their own personalities and routines, but Melody gave us complete peace of mind. From day one, she was thoughtful, attentive, and genuinely cared about making them feel comfortable and loved. Melody took the time to understand them as individuals instead of treating them as “just another booking.” We received updates, photos, and little moments from their day that made being far away so much easier. It was obvious they weren’t simply being watched—they were being welcomed into a home and cared for like family. And one detail that really surprised and delighted us — when we picked them up, our girls came home SO clean and well groomed. Their fur was soft, they smelled amazing, and they looked like they had just come back from their own little vacation. It’s such a small detail but says a lot about the level of care and attention Melody and her mom put into everything. A special thank you to Melody’s mom as well. You could really feel the warmth, kindness, and teamwork between them, and it created such a loving environment for our girls. When we came back, Mazal and Merci were relaxed, happy, clean, and clearly very well cared for—which says everything. We would absolutely book with her again without hesitation. Thank you again, Melody and family, for taking such amazing care of our girls. Our girls already miss you! ❤️🐾
We recently booked Savita to care for our dog Ayra. Since the time I requested the booking Savita and her husband were both super communicative. They made sure we had a meet and greet before we finalize them as Ayra’s caregiver. The way they introduced Ayra to their dogs and the way they made Ayra comfortable around themselves speaks about how much they care. From drop off to pick up Savita was always in touch with us and super quick with her response. Ayra came home happy and tired. We will definitely have Ayra board with them again.
Jennifer did a great job looking after our dog Bruno. We really appreciated the photo and video updates — it was always good to see how he was doing. She walked him twice a day, and Bruno clearly enjoyed his time with her. We would definitely recommend Jennifer to anyone looking for a caring and reliable dog sitter.
I left my dog Coco a maltipoo, with Tianyu for a week and Coco had a wonderful stay. Tianyu and Pipi were very warm towards him during meet and greet and Coco felt instantly comfortable with them. Tianyu was very diligent in sending daily videos or pics which made me relaxed during travelling. I am very happy i found Tianyu, I would highly recommend. Thank you!
We are so grateful when Namita and Sijan can watch our Chewy. Chewy has separation anxiety and seems to appreciate plenty of attention in their home, and is comfortable there surrounded by other dogs his size. We always love getting pictures of him hanging around the house with his friends.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Newark is $75
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Newark is $75 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $525. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Newark dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $79 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 4,830 sitters provided dog boarding in Newark. 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, 90% of Newark dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Newark have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Newark.
Rover makes it easy to find Newark 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 4,830 dog boarding sitters in Newark on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Newark, 91% 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.
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