Dog Boarding in Oakdale, Grand Rapids, MI
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1. Rachel B.


“Rachel was absolutely amazing! My dog is a rescue that is anxious around strangers. Rachel did an amazing job making her feel at home, and taking excellent care of her. She sent photos while I was away so I knew everything was going well. I would use her again in a heartbeat!”


2. Carol R.

“Carol was exceptional with our fur baby, Roxy. She demonstrated immense care, attention, and affection towards our furry friend throughout our absence. We returned home to a happy and healthy pup, thanks to her reliable and trustworthy service.”


3. Pam P.

“Pam is a delight. I highly recommend. She is professional, kind, thoughtful, detailed with care needs, ensured Toby's safety, preferences had been provided and comfort. Pam was very prompt with responding. Provided timely updates with pictures. From our initial meet, drop off and pick up, I experienced such a loving environment and felt Toby was very much welcomed, cared for and had fun running with Pam's little fur babies. Pam's dogs and two cats are very social and adorable. Pam let him sleep in her bed at night knowing he does same at home. Toby returned home very relaxed and showed no signs of being stressed. She truly welcomed and cared for Toby as if her own. I already booked his next stay. Thank you Pam!”


4. Samantha M.

“Sam kept Appa very happy. She sent pictures to show he was doing well. Immediately when we got out of the car, she engaged with Appa and it was obvious this would be a good place for him to stay. I would strongly recommend Sam and if I have a future need I hope she will be available.”


5. Jacob R.

“Jake and Alicia took great care of my old fluffer - including tips on how to take care of his dry nose! Thanks for all your efforts in making him as welcome and comfortable as possible!”




6. Donna F.


“So thankful for Donna, she is sweet and kind and takes great care of all the little fur-babies ! Gave us peace of mind knowing Ginger was in good hands while we were away.”




7. Leslie T.

“Leslie is absolutely the best! She was so amazing with our high energy Boxer pup, Benny. Her dogs were so friendly to him too. We were beyond anxious about leaving him but she kept us in the loop with pics while we were gone. I can’t recommend her enough!”


8. Sean D.

“This is my third time using Sean, we pulled into the driveway and she immediately was wagging her tail happy to see him.i highly recommend him!”


9. Linda C.

“I highly recommend Linda. My dog came home happy after a three day stay. I appreciated the great pictures and updates that were sent to me. Also Linda is very prompt with replying to messages sent. I definitely will be using Linda again!”


10. Molly H.

“Molly was extremely helpful with it being our first time using the app. She was friendly and trustworthy with every communication, while also being very flexible with our schedule and needs.”


11. Gabriella R.

“Gabriella has watched my pup many times. She always is very responsive is proactive about updates. I never worry about Wynnie when I am gone! Gabriella goes above and beyond to make sure Wynnie is well taken care of and that I have peace of mind. She’s the best!”


12. Jenn V.

“Jenn was awesome! From the meet & greet to the weekend boarding. I was so nervous as it was our first time having to board our Aussiedoodle Jax. Jenn made sure to send us pictures & videos multiple times per day. It was such an added bonus to see our puppy just having the best time! She had toys & even took him swimming! I know Jax had a great time, he was wore out & sleeping as soon as we got home. She was really understanding & listening when I brought up his food allergies. I will continue using her for boarding & recommending her to our friends with dogs that may need it.”


13. Suzanne & Roman S.

“These guys wow went out of thier way to make me feel comfortable and secure leaving Lua... Lua is not for weak people and they handled her like she was a puppy... always sending photos videos and msgs while I was away. Tell you what. The night I dropped Lua off was a night from hell the snow storm hit got my car stuck down thier street.. but he came to my help and pushed me out so I could get home and pack for my flight... I will use these guys as long as they let me.. amazing people.. truly a gift from God. I moved here from Ontario Canada in November no friends or family here.. just my Lua... so thank you from the bottom of my heart .. you guys rock. DAVID”


14. Katherine O.

“Katherine was excellent with our black lab! Even with a fairly short notice, she and her family welcomed her and took great care of her over the weekend. Would book again!”


15. Megan O.

“Fantastic Dog Sitter - Highly Recommend Megan! We recently had Megan watch our two dogs, Stella and Queenie, and we couldn't be happier with her service! Megan did a wonderful job keeping Stella and Queenie active and engaged. We could tell from the photos and updates she sent that they were getting plenty of exercise and enjoying their time with her. This was particularly important to us as both our dogs have different energy levels and needs, and Megan handled it perfectly. Beyond just keeping them busy, Megan was incredibly attentive to their individual needs. It was evident that she genuinely cared about their well-being and went the extra mile to ensure they were happy and comfortable. We especially appreciated the thoughtful updates Megan sent. They weren't just generic check-ins. These updates really put our minds at ease while we were away. Without a doubt, we will absolutely be using Megan again in the future and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, responsible, and truly caring dog sitter.”


16. Joshua H.

“Thanks so much Joshua! Your patience and clear love for our pup clearly did her heart some good. It was good getting pictures, a video, updates, and great feedback. Loved getting her socialized and having fun! Excited for the next opportunity!”


17. Ru D.

“Ru D was an excellent babysitter for Dakota. Ru sent me daily updates and Dakota looked very comfortable in her surroundings. I would 100% recommend her. Thank you Ru”


18. Tatyana W.

“This was our first time having our dog Jax stay with Tatyana and her family and we are so happy we chose her! She was such a great host for our dog and made sure he was completely comfortable during his entire stay. We received multiple updates daily and awesome pictures while we were away. We will definitely be using Tatyana again for watching Jax while we are away!”


19. Marina H.

“Marina did a wonderful job caring for our dog. I feel like extra steps were taken to ensure she was comfortable, eating and sleeping well. Additionally, we received daily updates on the status, activity levels and pictures. We simply could not ask for a better caretaker while we travel.”


20. Suzanne S.


“Suzanne and her children were absolutely amazing with my husky! She sent pictures and updates throughout the day, took my dog for walks, and had a huge backyard for her to run around in! Her children were very gentle with my dog which I appreciated! I’ve already booked more stays with her! My dog loves her and can’t wait to go back! Thanks, Suzanne!”
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As of Jul 2024, 392 sitters provided dog boarding in Oakdale. 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, 93% of Oakdale dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Oakdale have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Oakdale.
Rover makes it easy to find Oakdale 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 392 dog boarding sitters in Oakdale on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Oakdale, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
