Dog Boarding in Okaloosa Island, FL
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“My pup, Dolce couldn’t have a better sitter! Ana always takes such great care of my girl and so accommodating and flexible! I always enjoy the daily photos she sends letting me know how much fun my girl is having. Thank you, Ana for taking such great care of Dolce while I was away.”


“So accommodating and a great communicator! We had some car trouble on the way back from our trip and Erika & Jason kept him well over time when they didn’t have to! I will be returning.”


“Nicole was great at caring for our Boo. She recognized and understood how to make him feel comfortable when he missed us. She sent videos of Boo frolicking with her dog and wagging his tail, showing us that he was adapting well to his stay. We really appreciated that since we are not away from him for prolonged periods. It meant a lot to us.”


“Marley loves Sadie and so do we! She is very caring and attentive to his personality. The big back yard is great too. We look forward to booking with her again! LH”


“Gabriela was OUTSTANDING! Upon arrival we were met by Gabriela and her husband, both are excellent people, and our dogs immediately felt comfortable in their care! They sent photo updates along the way, and communicated very well. We HIGHLY recommend boarding your dog(s) with Gabriela.”


“First time using Rover and I couldn’t be happier that we found Sebastian. Wrigley can’t wait for his next sleep over. Thank you for taking such good care of my pup! :)”


“To say that Margaret is amazing is an understatement. She’s literally god sent. If you ever need a doggie sitter in the fort walton area look no further and book. Margaret was flexible, reliable and proved stellar communication by keeping me updated throughout my dog’s stay with plenty of pictures and videos. I cannot thank her enough for welcoming my fur baby, treating him like family, and providing the best care. Thank you, Margaret!!!!”



“Macie was amazing, so thankful for her and her family to board our cat while we stayed at the beach. She was caring and communicated with us every step of the way. I felt comfortable and was able to enjoy my trip with my family knowing our fur baby was in good hands. Thank you Marcie and family!”


“Barbara took great care of my 3 dogs, she sent great updates too and was very responsive to all communication! Even worked with me regarding drop off time as I got held up at work! Thanks Barbara”


“Alex is Amazing! She's been taking wonderful care of my 13 y/o pup Courage both in day care & boarding, as if Courage were her dog. Alex is very attentive and kept me aware of Courage's behavior throughout the days. If you're looking for someone to take care of your pup with complete faith, look no further than Alex! 10 out of 10 Highly Recommend! 😍”



About: Is your dog like Marley? I will take the wildest of the wild to the most tamed. I've owned and cared for dogs most of my life they truly have different personalities that usually mirrors their owners. I enjoy being outdoors and exploring different parks around the city. Nothing beats the company a dog provides. I've owned three dogs in my life. My first was a Brittany Spaniel he was super energetic sweetie even until the end of his life. His best friend came later, a Beagle names Shiloh she was a prancing princess who definitely made sure to let him know who was in charge especially around feeding time, when I had to separate them. And finally Roscoe the "Gentle Giant Gentleman"; A Doberman whom i have claimed as my own although my boyfriend is his actual "owner". I’m available, to pet sit right now, I am a Business marketing student and I work part time at a vegetarian restaurant. I love to ride mu bike most evenings if there’s nothing else. I live by myself, your baby will get a lot of quality time with me. I live in a 4 plex apartment with a security gate, my apartment is sizable for a medium dog to move about freely

“Jessica did a wonderful job with Koda. Jessica sent lots of pictures and updates. Koda came home happy and healthy. Thanks for a great stay. Would definitely book again. The only downside was Jessica lives on base so we had to meet up at a location off base and transfer car to car. Not a big deal but may matter to some.”


“This is my second time booking with Robert and everytime he does an awesome job. My anxious dog who is scared of humans greeted him everytime he came home and even let him pet her. He is a great dog sitter!”


“Micah was very communicative in the process. This was my first time using Rover and she definitely made my experience a great one. She assisted with boarding my little pup ,Cooper, for two days and was very accommodating with pick-up and drop-off times. She frequently updated me with videos and pictures of Coop living his best life. Cooper had so much fun playing with their dogs. I never seen him interact so well with other dogs that’s bigger than him. I highly recommend using Micah if you are in the Fort Walton area! She’s definitely my go-to option!”


“Jeanette and her husband were great with my two doggies! I got an update almost daily and pictures were sent as well. The two are super knowledgeable about k-9s and took perfect care of mine. I would recommend and plan to use again since my pup lab-pit is now the best of friends with hers!”


“This was my first time using the Rover app. We left our dog Charlie with Rachel and Cody for two weeks while we were out of town. Rachel and Cody sent us pictures and videos of Charlie everyday. They also sent us updates on how Charlie was adjusting. I would definitely recommend Rachel and Cody!! They will be the only people I use to watch Charlie! Thank you again!!”


“Andrew and Maria are amazing. Our dog bonded with Maria instantly; she is a true “dog whisperer” and has a profound gift with animals. They both did an excellent job caring for our dog. You won’t find a nicer couple to look after your pet in the area. I highly recommend them!!!”


About: I've been caring for animals since I was young, and it's always been a big part of my life. I had two cats who lived to be 21 years old, and through them, I gained firsthand experience in caring for senior pets. Over the years, I've also looked after both cats and dogs of all ages, including those with special needs. I regularly help military families take care of their pets while they're away, and friends and relatives often trust me to walk, feed, and care for their furry companions. Providing reliable, loving care is something I truly enjoy. I’m currently a full-time dog mom, which means I’m available every day of the week for pet care. My flexible schedule allows me to provide consistent attention, whether it's for walks, feedings, drop-in visits, or just spending quality time with your pets while you're away. Your fur babies will feel right at home here in a safe, welcoming environment. We have a large, fully fenced backyard for plenty of outdoor fun, and my friendly dog is always happy to have a playmate. If your baby prefers a quieter space or needs to be crated, that can easily be arranged. The AC is always on, so long-haired pets will stay cool and comfortable. I treat every pet like part of the family and do everything I can to make sure they feel secure, relaxed, and loved while they’re here.
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Cheryl B.Star Sitter

“Cheryl was loving and kind to our babies! We adopted one of our dogs 4 months ago and Cheryl was so patient with her nerves and the need to be cuddled.”


Ana R.Star Sitter

“My pup, Dolce couldn’t have a better sitter! Ana always takes such great care of my girl and so accommodating and flexible! I always enjoy the daily photos she sends letting me know how much fun my girl is having. Thank you, Ana for taking such great care of Dolce while I was away.”


Kirsten K.Star Sitter

“Kirsten was wonderful!! Super communicative, sent lots of cute pictures, and it’s obvious my dog had a lovely time. Can’t recommend her enough.”


Erika & Jason V.Star Sitter

“So accommodating and a great communicator! We had some car trouble on the way back from our trip and Erika & Jason kept him well over time when they didn’t have to! I will be returning.”


Nicole S.

“Nicole was great at caring for our Boo. She recognized and understood how to make him feel comfortable when he missed us. She sent videos of Boo frolicking with her dog and wagging his tail, showing us that he was adapting well to his stay. We really appreciated that since we are not away from him for prolonged periods. It meant a lot to us.”


Sadie M.Star Sitter

“Marley loves Sadie and so do we! She is very caring and attentive to his personality. The big back yard is great too. We look forward to booking with her again! LH”


Gabriela B.Star Sitter

“Gabriela was OUTSTANDING! Upon arrival we were met by Gabriela and her husband, both are excellent people, and our dogs immediately felt comfortable in their care! They sent photo updates along the way, and communicated very well. We HIGHLY recommend boarding your dog(s) with Gabriela.”


Sebastian A.Star Sitter

“First time using Rover and I couldn’t be happier that we found Sebastian. Wrigley can’t wait for his next sleep over. Thank you for taking such good care of my pup! :)”


Margaret M.Star Sitter

“To say that Margaret is amazing is an understatement. She’s literally god sent. If you ever need a doggie sitter in the fort walton area look no further and book. Margaret was flexible, reliable and proved stellar communication by keeping me updated throughout my dog’s stay with plenty of pictures and videos. I cannot thank her enough for welcoming my fur baby, treating him like family, and providing the best care. Thank you, Margaret!!!!”




Macie B.Star Sitter

“Macie was amazing, so thankful for her and her family to board our cat while we stayed at the beach. She was caring and communicated with us every step of the way. I felt comfortable and was able to enjoy my trip with my family knowing our fur baby was in good hands. Thank you Marcie and family!”


Barbara K.Star Sitter

“Barbara took great care of my 3 dogs, she sent great updates too and was very responsive to all communication! Even worked with me regarding drop off time as I got held up at work! Thanks Barbara”


Alexandra D.

“Alex is Amazing! She's been taking wonderful care of my 13 y/o pup Courage both in day care & boarding, as if Courage were her dog. Alex is very attentive and kept me aware of Courage's behavior throughout the days. If you're looking for someone to take care of your pup with complete faith, look no further than Alex! 10 out of 10 Highly Recommend! 😍”




Alexis G.
About: Is your dog like Marley? I will take the wildest of the wild to the most tamed. I've owned and cared for dogs most of my life they truly have different personalities that usually mirrors their owners. I enjoy being outdoors and exploring different parks around the city. Nothing beats the company a dog provides. I've owned three dogs in my life. My first was a Brittany Spaniel he was super energetic sweetie even until the end of his life. His best friend came later, a Beagle names Shiloh she was a prancing princess who definitely made sure to let him know who was in charge especially around feeding time, when I had to separate them. And finally Roscoe the "Gentle Giant Gentleman"; A Doberman whom i have claimed as my own although my boyfriend is his actual "owner". I’m available, to pet sit right now, I am a Business marketing student and I work part time at a vegetarian restaurant. I love to ride mu bike most evenings if there’s nothing else. I live by myself, your baby will get a lot of quality time with me. I live in a 4 plex apartment with a security gate, my apartment is sizable for a medium dog to move about freely


Jessica H.

“Jessica did a wonderful job with Koda. Jessica sent lots of pictures and updates. Koda came home happy and healthy. Thanks for a great stay. Would definitely book again. The only downside was Jessica lives on base so we had to meet up at a location off base and transfer car to car. Not a big deal but may matter to some.”


Robert B.

“This is my second time booking with Robert and everytime he does an awesome job. My anxious dog who is scared of humans greeted him everytime he came home and even let him pet her. He is a great dog sitter!”


Micah S.

“Micah was very communicative in the process. This was my first time using Rover and she definitely made my experience a great one. She assisted with boarding my little pup ,Cooper, for two days and was very accommodating with pick-up and drop-off times. She frequently updated me with videos and pictures of Coop living his best life. Cooper had so much fun playing with their dogs. I never seen him interact so well with other dogs that’s bigger than him. I highly recommend using Micah if you are in the Fort Walton area! She’s definitely my go-to option!”


Jeannette J.


“Jeanette and her husband were great with my two doggies! I got an update almost daily and pictures were sent as well. The two are super knowledgeable about k-9s and took perfect care of mine. I would recommend and plan to use again since my pup lab-pit is now the best of friends with hers!”


Rachel & Cody C.

“This was my first time using the Rover app. We left our dog Charlie with Rachel and Cody for two weeks while we were out of town. Rachel and Cody sent us pictures and videos of Charlie everyday. They also sent us updates on how Charlie was adjusting. I would definitely recommend Rachel and Cody!! They will be the only people I use to watch Charlie! Thank you again!!”


ANDREW R.

“Andrew and Maria are amazing. Our dog bonded with Maria instantly; she is a true “dog whisperer” and has a profound gift with animals. They both did an excellent job caring for our dog. You won’t find a nicer couple to look after your pet in the area. I highly recommend them!!!”


Ching Y.
“Ching is a kind and responsible pet caregiver who truly loves animals. She cared for her two beloved cats for 19 years until they passed. She was overseas for the last few years but she still call back home and organize their supplement, appointment with doctor online, showing her long-term commitment and compassion. You can trust that she will treat your pets with the same patience, love, and gentle care.”
Okaloosa Island dog parents share their Rover experiences
Kirsten was amazing with Jack! She sent pictures everyday and he looked like he was having the time of his life! She was also very flexible when I had to change my pickup time due to a flight cancellation. I appreciate her so much and I would definitely book with her again!

My pup Finley was wagging his tail when we showed up for the second sit. Michael and his wife are dog lovers and it shows. Their sweet pups and Finley were pals in no time and even slept in the same room overnight. I loved the video Michael sent of Zoey and Finley playing together in the back yard. I was so glad my dog was getting exercise and socialization time with other dogs while we were away. They have a lovely home, too. When we came to pick Finley up, he was happy and tired. Couldn’t ask for more.

Robert went above and beyond watching our dog, who can be a handful. He sent us pictures daily and haley just had a great time. He has a dog named charlie, and haley has a new boyfriend! His house is dog proofed with gates up. Robert is a PRO! He gave haley her medicine. He knows how to handle to handle dogs, and i just can't say enough nice things about how he treated my dog. I don't even think my dog wanted to go home! Thank you so much robert for taking such good care of our beloved dog, it is so nice knowing we have a place to put haley when we go away and don't have to worry.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Okaloosa Island is $40
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Sitters in Okaloosa Island average 8 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, 323 sitters provided dog boarding in Okaloosa Island. 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 Okaloosa Island dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Okaloosa Island have an average of 19 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 Okaloosa Island.
Rover makes it easy to find Okaloosa Island 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 323 dog boarding sitters in Okaloosa Island on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Okaloosa Island, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
