Pet Boarding in Newport
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“I can’t even begin to express how wonderful Jan is!!! She sent pictures throughout the day and updates on how Brady was doing. Brady was thrilled to run around her yard and chase squirrels and bird watch, and I was able to relax on vacation knowing he was well cared for and having a blast!”


“Kyleigh was as good of a host and pet sitter you could find. She took subberb care of our maltese charmer. Our dog felt comfortable and was at ease with the family. We received a bundle of pictures and updates. She very well knows how to handle dogs.”


“This was Peach‘s second overnight stay with Chris and Whitney. Once again, our expectations were exceeded. Peach was in great spirits and was well taken care of!”


“I was very grateful for the daily updates and pictures especially since this was the first time I've left my dog. I felt he was safe and well taken care of.”


“It was our first time leaving Phoebe and we were so nervous. Madison took great care of her and was very communicative. They were so sweet to give her the attention she needed, as she’s very needy. Madison is so sweet and we would highly recommend her to anyone.”


“Jean is an absolutely lovely lady and I felt so comfortable leaving my Lil Emmett with her while I was in Montana. She sent pictures and updated me daily about Emmett. I appreciate her and will definitely book with her in the future. 🐶🐾🌸💕”


“Geof took wonderful care of our dog, Barley. He was very thoughtful of Barleys needs and sent us regular updates with photos. We are happy to entrust him again later this year!”


“Natalia and her husband provided excellent care for Gigi! They were so kind, and provided lots of updates and pictures, which we loved! I wouldn’t hesitate to have Gigi stay with them again (and Archie, of course!!). Thank you so much!! Look forward to seeing you again 🙂”


About: I am a lifelong pet lover and I am happy to provide lots of love, attention, and support to your furry friends! I live in beautiful Newport, RI surrounded by many pet friendly parks, restaurants, and beaches. I can assure your pet will have a wonderful experience with me! I am a recent graduate of Salve Regina University and I am looking for extra work to help me save up for future endeavors! I currently am free all day every day as I search for my post grad job! My home is very clean, neat, and spacious! I live with a roommate who is also a dog/cat lover. We live in a very pet friendly area and I am extremely familiar with Newport and all it has to offer for furry friends!

“I can’t express how grateful I am that we Kathleen. It was the perfect environment for my dog. She and her very nice family took such good care of him that he felt at home. She also sent us many updates and photos so I knew he was happy and safe. I highly recommend her and would rebook! Thank you so much to Kathleen and family because of your great care I didn’t have to worry about him at all!”

“Tara saved the day! Our family needed quick assistance with an unexpected hospital stay. She was flexible and super helpful with providing updates and extending the stay as needed. Our dog was sad she had to leave! Thank you so much!”


“Briana was wonderful Benny came back super happy and healthy. We had to drop off and pick up at a very early time but Briana was very understanding and helped us to coordinate everything. Will definitely go to her again!”


“Laura helped take care of our 7-year-old pup during our wedding weekend. We’ve never left him with a Rover before so we were a bit nervous at first, but Laura was very accommodating, communicative, and professional. He clearly was in excellent hands, giving us one less thing to worry about on our big day!”


“Yunshu was great with my dog. She was very accommodating meeting with us beforehand and working with us on dates. She sent videos, pics, and great feedback. I would highly recommend her!”


“This is our second time with Jessica and it was just as good as the first! She took excellent care of my chachi and made me aware of a potential issue when his water intake was a little low which I greatly appreciated. She is my go to when I need coverage.”


“Amanda and her family made sure that Mac felt right at home! She provided updates so I knew he was doing well and having fun while I was away. I absolutely recommend Amanda to anyone looking to board their pups! Mac can be anxious but he felt at ease and seemed really excited to be there. Amanda is my new go to sitter and I’m so glad to have found her. ☺️”

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Kati P.

“Kati cared for our dog like her own! Very responsive and easy to coordinate with, she has a lovely home with huge yard and lots of fun things for pups to explore.”




Jan N.


“I can’t even begin to express how wonderful Jan is!!! She sent pictures throughout the day and updates on how Brady was doing. Brady was thrilled to run around her yard and chase squirrels and bird watch, and I was able to relax on vacation knowing he was well cared for and having a blast!”


Kyleigh B.Star Sitter

“Kyleigh was as good of a host and pet sitter you could find. She took subberb care of our maltese charmer. Our dog felt comfortable and was at ease with the family. We received a bundle of pictures and updates. She very well knows how to handle dogs.”


Chris & Whitney I.
Star Sitter


“This was Peach‘s second overnight stay with Chris and Whitney. Once again, our expectations were exceeded. Peach was in great spirits and was well taken care of!”


Leanne & Michael M.Star Sitter

“I was very grateful for the daily updates and pictures especially since this was the first time I've left my dog. I felt he was safe and well taken care of.”


Madison & Joseph E.Star Sitter

“It was our first time leaving Phoebe and we were so nervous. Madison took great care of her and was very communicative. They were so sweet to give her the attention she needed, as she’s very needy. Madison is so sweet and we would highly recommend her to anyone.”


Zoe V.Star Sitter

“Zoe was amazing! You can tell she is such a dog/animal lover, very attentive, and sent updates/pictures. Very responsive and helpful. We will definitely use her again.”


Jean B.

“Jean is an absolutely lovely lady and I felt so comfortable leaving my Lil Emmett with her while I was in Montana. She sent pictures and updated me daily about Emmett. I appreciate her and will definitely book with her in the future. 🐶🐾🌸💕”


Geoffrey R.Star Sitter

“Geof took wonderful care of our dog, Barley. He was very thoughtful of Barleys needs and sent us regular updates with photos. We are happy to entrust him again later this year!”


Natalia M.Star Sitter

“Natalia and her husband provided excellent care for Gigi! They were so kind, and provided lots of updates and pictures, which we loved! I wouldn’t hesitate to have Gigi stay with them again (and Archie, of course!!). Thank you so much!! Look forward to seeing you again 🙂”


Stephanie M.

“My dogs loved staying with Stephanie. She kept me updated with plenty of pics and txts. Highly recommend.”


Francesca A.
About: I am a lifelong pet lover and I am happy to provide lots of love, attention, and support to your furry friends! I live in beautiful Newport, RI surrounded by many pet friendly parks, restaurants, and beaches. I can assure your pet will have a wonderful experience with me! I am a recent graduate of Salve Regina University and I am looking for extra work to help me save up for future endeavors! I currently am free all day every day as I search for my post grad job! My home is very clean, neat, and spacious! I live with a roommate who is also a dog/cat lover. We live in a very pet friendly area and I am extremely familiar with Newport and all it has to offer for furry friends!


Kathleen W.Star Sitter
“I can’t express how grateful I am that we Kathleen. It was the perfect environment for my dog. She and her very nice family took such good care of him that he felt at home. She also sent us many updates and photos so I knew he was happy and safe. I highly recommend her and would rebook! Thank you so much to Kathleen and family because of your great care I didn’t have to worry about him at all!”


Kelly M.

“Drop off and pick up were very easy. Kelly was friendly and has a great back yard for the dogs to romp in. Thank you again, for a great stay!”


Tara S.Star Sitter

“Tara saved the day! Our family needed quick assistance with an unexpected hospital stay. She was flexible and super helpful with providing updates and extending the stay as needed. Our dog was sad she had to leave! Thank you so much!”


Briana G.

“Briana was wonderful Benny came back super happy and healthy. We had to drop off and pick up at a very early time but Briana was very understanding and helped us to coordinate everything. Will definitely go to her again!”


Laura S.

“Laura helped take care of our 7-year-old pup during our wedding weekend. We’ve never left him with a Rover before so we were a bit nervous at first, but Laura was very accommodating, communicative, and professional. He clearly was in excellent hands, giving us one less thing to worry about on our big day!”


Yunshu W.

“Yunshu was great with my dog. She was very accommodating meeting with us beforehand and working with us on dates. She sent videos, pics, and great feedback. I would highly recommend her!”


Jessica V.

“This is our second time with Jessica and it was just as good as the first! She took excellent care of my chachi and made me aware of a potential issue when his water intake was a little low which I greatly appreciated. She is my go to when I need coverage.”


Amanda S.Star Sitter

“Amanda and her family made sure that Mac felt right at home! She provided updates so I knew he was doing well and having fun while I was away. I absolutely recommend Amanda to anyone looking to board their pups! Mac can be anxious but he felt at ease and seemed really excited to be there. Amanda is my new go to sitter and I’m so glad to have found her. ☺️”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Newport.
Rover makes it easy to find Newport pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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 pet 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 pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
