Dog Boarding in Ocala
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1. Andi S.
“We rebooked with Andi since our dog, Mabel, seemed to love her time with Andi & her family! They took great care of her, sent lots of updates, & even cared for Mabel when she unexpectedly went into heat early. Thanks again Andi for taking care of our berner bear!”
2. Manny & Jessica R.
“My fur baby’s go to home away from home. So thankful for this couple. I wouldmt know what to do without them to care for my baby when we go away. Constant updates love and care. Thank u manny and jess! Robbie and ourselves are grateful for u and cash❤️”
3. Laquitta & James S.
“Laquitta and James were simply great. They put you at ease from the moment you contact them! I know Rocky had a great time with them and I would not hesitate leaving my baby with them again! Thank you so much for all you attention.”
4. Lorraine A.
“Lorraine is just great, it was our first time leaving out puppy so we were a bit anxious. But lorraine helped out alot, she kept updating us with videos and images. We are glad we found someone we can fully trust!”
5. Diana C.
“Excelente cuidadora, me gustó mucho, siempre me envió fotos y videos de mi perro Ash todos los días. Y cuando lo recibí estaba en excelente condiciones y muy feliz. Muchas Gracias por todo.”
6. Stefhany & Jean P.
“I cannot express how happy we were to find Stefhany & Jean P. I had a planned trip and due to a paperwork error I was unable to board my nine week old puppy. We had one hour until we had to leave on our trip and they agreed to take her on short notice. I got pictures videos and updates daily. My pup came home happy and healthy. I will definitely be using them again for future trips our puppy approves and gives a million stars 🌟”
7. Debra B.
“If you are looking for a sitter for your pet, Debra is the one. Debra has been Loly's petsitter for the past 2 years, and has been in Debra's care about 9 times, 100% recommended, thank you Debra!”
8. Cyndi F.
“We have booked with several rovers sitters. Cyndi has been the BEST by far. She took amazing care of our Marla and sent video and photos throughout her stay. She made our Marla feel so comfortable and welcome. Thank you Cyndi!”
9. Kara S.
“Kara took such amazing care of our dog Maya. She kept her entertained all day and always sent us updates multiple times through the day. She is detailed and very observant when taking care of her. She truly makes your dog feel like family. We will definitely be using her again ❤️”
10. R Lynn B.
“My husband & I were very satisfied with using Mrs Lynn & her husband. Pictures and videos were sent daily, our Diego loved it. We will be using her services alot more when needed, and she's very close to home less than 10 miles!”
11. Rachael W.
“22 months old, Emily had never spent the night away from home before. We were nervous about leaving her for 3 nights, but Rachael kept us reassured with daily pictures and text messages. Rachael addressed Emily's shyness by spending one on one time with her in addition to group play time with her other dogs. Emily came back home a happy puppy and we highly recommend Rachael for your dog's next stay.”
12. Alyssa S.
“Alissa is fantastic! She took care of my two dogs like they were her own. I got updates and pictures daily so I knew they were having fun and being taken care of.”
13. Kerynne R.
“Amazing experience, both Kerynne and her husband took great care of my baby boy. They always respond on time with pictures and updates about Kunta’s day. I highly recommend Kerynne and her husband, even though my flight was delayed for couple hours they understand the situation, when I pick my baby he was clean and happy. Thanks for your great service, see you guys soon.”
14. Eileen B.
“Mike and Eileen did an amazing excellent job caring for our two pups! Our rescue schnauzer has anxiety and trust issues so we were apprehensive as this was our first time leaving her with someone. So thankful we picked the perfect people for her and our Westie. If they can fit us in, we’ll definitely book them again!”
15. Genesis & Jodiel M.
“Thank you guys so much for taking care of our pups! She made sure to give us updates and pictures which made us feel so much better! The pups came home very happy!”
16. Katlyn P.
“Katlyn has done pet sitting for us and has proved to be very trustworthy, she is excellent with animals, has helped us out with bathing hyperactive dogs. She is reliable and has a good Christian testimony. I have known Katlyn and her family for more than 3 years and can recommend her.”
17. Laura M.
“I would highly recommend Laura, she is such a sweet spirit. Laura kept me updated with everything concerning my dog by sending photos, videos, and messages. My dog made a new best friend with her dog.”
18. Lauren N.
“Lauren did a wonderful job of taking care of our Candygirl while we were away. Looking at the pictures Lauren sent us, were not sure if Candy would come home. Thank you very much Lauren!”
19. Angela F.
“Angela was amazing and so attentive with my dog. I will use her often and I highly recommend her! I have all the confidence that he is a very good caregiver five stars for Angela!”
20. Julia & Allen H.
“Julia is great with my cat. Sometimes I think he likes her more than me. He loves her place, always finding a new spot to sleep. Her home is always clean and organized. Great with all animals. 5 stars all the way, highly recommendable.”
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As of Mar 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Ocala is $35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Ocala dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $44 per night.
As of Mar 2025, 260 sitters provided dog boarding in Ocala. 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, 91% of Ocala dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Ocala have an average of 24 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Ocala.
Rover makes it easy to find Ocala 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 260 dog boarding sitters in Ocala on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Ocala, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 95% 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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