Dog Boarding in Petworth, Washington, D. C.
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1. Haydenn H.

“Debbie had so much fun at Haydenn’s! He sent videos and pictures of her having a blast playing with his dog and other new friends. When we picked her up, Debbie seemed sad to leave Haydenn.”


2. Chad C.

“Chad is absolutely fantastic! He looked after Havana for a whole 6 days and even sent me daily pictures. I will definitely be bringing Havana back to him.”


3. Krystal S.

“Leaving my dog with Krystal was great! I truly appreciated her taking the time to meet him before leaving him since he can be anxious when I’m away. Loved getting pictures along the way. Thanks Krystal!”


4. Karen & Maria S.

“They were amazing! They have our little Guy so much love and attention while we were away. Karen was also very responsive and provided photos of our pup daily. We will definitely use Karen and Maria again the next time we are away.”


5. Michael Y.

“Michael was phenomenal as he took care of Sammy, my beagle. He was friendly and communicative and Sammy enjoyed staying with him. I highly recommend Michael.”


6. Kamille S.


“Kamille gave our pup a loving home for the week and we are so grateful. The videos she sent us ware the whole so sweet and made us feel so relaxed that he was taken care of. She is also incredibly knowledgeable on collapsing dog cages! Will run to request dog sitting from her and her family in the future!”


7. Sky G.

“We had a great experience with Sky. Our dog loved hanging out with her pups and came home happy. She shared pictures and videos on a daily basis, which we really appreciated. Our plans changed and Sky was very flexible in allowing us to adjust drop off and pick up times. We wouldn't hesitate to book with her again!”


8. Anne Marie V.

“Anne Marie warmly welcomed my little guy Hudson into her home! She sent photos, updates and took care of him just like her own. Will absolutely use her again next time I’m away.”


9. Cynthia H.

“My dog Saint loved his stay with Cynthia! She is super kind and professional. She took Saint and other dogs she was caring for to the dog park and provided a daily update. I was completely at peace knowing my dog was in Cynthia’s care. Thank you Cynthia!”


10. Zuleirys S.


“Zuleirys is wonderful. She shared photos and a sense of humor with Sassy and myself. That made it easier to be separated from Sassy. Very accommodating to my schedule. Will definitely seek to utilize her services again.”




11. Rachel Ramone D.

“Rachel was incredibly thoughtful and attentive with my dog. She kept us informed throughout his stay, and sent me great videos and photos. I absolutely hope to work with her again, and I can't speak highly enough of our experience!”


12. Beth T.


“Beth boarded Oliver (our French bulldog) for more than a week and we couldn’t have been more pleased. She updated us constantly with videos, photos and wonderful updates. When we picked up Oliver he was a very happy pup and had clearly had a blast with Beth and her dog. We would absolutely book Beth again and already are planning to! She was an absolute pleasure to work with and we trusted her every step of the way!”


13. Charnetta B.

“Charnetta is a perfect sitter. She is super kind and professional. She asked a lot of questions about my dog before I booked the stay to understand what my dog likes and dislikes. I would definitely bring my dog back to her.”


14. Chyna M.

“Chyna and her girls gave Oslo so much love! She took him in for 10 days and sent so many pictures and videos, which gave me peace of mind. I also love that he had Chyna’s dog Jefe to play with. Chyna even gave him a bath before we picked him up. She will be my go to when looking for sitters for Oslo moving forward!”


15. Erin F.

“Reese absolutely loves Erin! He’s so excited to see her for dog walks and sitting. Erin understands his Reese-isms and takes the best care of him. I get lots of updates and photos, which I love!”


16. Shanti S.

“Shanti took excellent care of our girl! We got nice daily updates and felt very comfortable leaving her with her family. We will definitely utilize her services again!”


17. Andy G.


“Andy takes great care of our Westie. He’s always happy to stay there, and Andy sends photos of them going on walks and playing and just having a good time. We’ve left him with Andy multiple times and are always comfortable and happy with his care!”


18. Elizabeth M.

“Elizabeth is the best! She sent daily updates and photos, it was clear from the messages and when I picked up Nelly that Nelly had a great time and was able to relax in Elizabeth's company. From the meet and greet up to Nelly's stay, Elizabeth was responsive, flexible, and enthusiastic. I second another pup's parent's review that Elizabeth is the pet sitter I want to keep a secret so that Nelly can stay with her whenever we're out of town!”


19. Maliyah A.

“Maliyah is great! She took plenty of time for my dog to get settled in with me present. She communicates well and was very helpful with bringing me some forgotten supplies. She seems to truly care about the pets in her care, and my dog came home happy. I recommend her and will board with her again.”


20. Roshni D.

“My dog was happy, well-fed, and loved when I got back from my trip, thanks to Roshni. Overall my work travel was less stressful because Roshni is capable and communicative, and I know my dog is going to be healthy and happy in her care.”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Petworth on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 6,403 sitters provided dog boarding in Petworth. 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 Petworth dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Petworth have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Petworth.
Rover makes it easy to find Petworth 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 6,403 dog boarding sitters in Petworth on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Petworth, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 86% 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.
