Dog Boarding Ocala
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“Julia and her husband were the perfect sitters. They truly showed love for my little girl Solar. I was updated continuously and I can see how happy she was. I will continue to use them fir future endeavors.”
“We are so thankful to have found Gage and Ann. They are attentive from start to finish, always answering our questions and helping to reassure us that our dogs are in great hands. Our pups felt right at home with Gage and Ann, quickly adapting and settling in for their vacation. It can be scary leaving your dogs with strangers, but Gage and Ann were immediately comfortable and kind, and so easy to work with from start to finish. We highly recommend them and will absolutely ask them to watch our dogs again in the future. Thank you so much, Gage and Ann!”
“Kailyn was awesome with my dogs!! They’ve been “hungover” all day after spending the weekend at her house! One became obsessed with one of her toys and she let him keep it! She is clearly a loving dog person and my dogs can’t wait for their next vacation!”
“Manny & Jessica take the best care of my Frenchie when I am out of town. I love their updates and always know my pup is in good hands and having fun with their pups!”
“Fabulous and kind. She sent beautiful pictures and kept closely in touch. Very flexible with pick up and drop off and went out of her way to meet with us in our time frame (which was last minute).”
“It was an absolute PLEASURE booking with Allen! I was able to visit ahead of time and was shown where my cats would be during their stay, and I truly appreciate that as someone who is a nervous Nelly! The catio was a fun change for my babies and one didn’t even want to come down when we showed up to pick them up! Allen sent me photos to show me how they were doing and kept me updated which I appreciate! It truly was an easy process and I never felt like my babies weren’t cared for! I would happily book again if needed!”
“Adriana and her family took good care of my Bella. I felt comfortable leaving her with them. She sent pictures and videos to let me know that Bella was safe, happy and thriving. I would use her service again and I would highly recommend. 10/10 !”
“Hugh watched my little lotus for two nights and made me feel completely at ease about leaving him for the first time. Very thankful for Hughs love of dogs and opening his home. I will definitely be bringing Lotus back!”
“This is only our second time using Brianna's services for our three fur babies, but we are very happy. We received updates with pictures and video throught their stay. We highly recommend Brianna for your pet sitting needs!”
“Josephine and family took really good care of Shiloh my pup. Shiloh seemed to be living life and having loads of fun, he got his nails trimmed and a bath, 8 day's may have been a little long for him since he never experienced me being gone so long but, he played with other pups, overall im extremely impressed by the Love ❤️ this family gave Shiloh and he is now home lying on couch sleeping, tomorrow he'll be back to his home life, I'll definitely be checking for Josephine's availability from time to time.”
“My Charlie is very shy and doesn’t like being away from his home. Charlie warmed up to Bill right away. I will not hesitate to leave Charlie with Bill again and confidently recommend him to you.”
“Katherine took care of Buster while I was out of town. Buster suffers from bad anxiety and does not travel well. Katherine’s care allowed Buster to remain in a familiar environment and familiar faces. I could tell he was sad to see her go. I will definitely reach out to Katherine in the future to care for Buster.”
“Thank you Leneta & Don for taking such good care of Dolly. She was obviously very happy staying with you which is comforting to know. Looking forward to future bookings with you.”
About: Friends, neighbors, and family have trusted me to walk, feed, bathe, and give plenty of love to their pets. I’m experienced with puppies and senior dogs with the help from my veterinary class from high school my goal is always to keep pets happy as if they were my own. While also working a part time job I think rover would help me gain some extra income for college, my mother also sometimes helps out and she’s always loved pets of any kind Im available any time of the weeks and weekends, whether it’s early mornings, evenings, I can work around your schedule even if it’s last minute. I ensure they have a clean, comfortable space with fresh water, safe toys, and plenty of fun within my home. In your home, I follow your instructions carefully to maintain your pet’s routine and comfort i'm very well put together and pay attention to detail when it comes to taking care any kind of pets
“My pets were very well taking care during the boarding time. Charles offered a great service, very good communication and send us pictures. I would highly recommend his service. Thank you Charles for taking care of my girls.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Ocala is $40
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Ocala
If you’re looking for someone who is patient, loving, and has great communication with above and beyond service, Andi is your person. I have a disabled senior dog who needs more care, especially when we left her with Andi, she want feeling great. Despite any bump in the road that came up and the extra care needed to be taken with my baby, Andi exceded all expectations. It’s always makes me nervous leaving her with with someone but I was able to trust Andi and she communicated and sent pictures the whole time I was gone. Genuinely, I couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter 🙏🏽❤️.
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Ocala
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Ocala is $37 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $28 and $49 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 344 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Ocala. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
93% of sitters in Ocala can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ocala home-away-from-home, packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Ocala.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Ocala sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in FL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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