Dog Boarding in Philadelphia
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1. Jacob F.
“Jacob provided excellent care and exercise for our pup! He communicated clearly and often. He also asked smart questions about my dog’s behavior and needs. Would highly recommend Jacob for boarding!”
2. Robert E.
“Roberto was the best! Our golden loved staying with him and his pups. We also got beautiful pictures of her living it up! Definitely will be calling again.”
3. Georgilin T.
“The absolute best! I had no concerns leaving my sweet Bella with G! She took extra special care of her and paid attention to detail considering Bella’s age, vision and hearing impairment. The best Thank you ♥️”
4. Charlotte P.
“Charlotte's passion for dogs and professionalism ensured a worry-free experience. The regular updates, personalized attention, and accommodating nature surpassed expectations. I couldn't have asked for a better sitting experience for our dog Stella!”
5. Virginia "Ginger" H.
“Ginger was the best! She was flexible with drop-off and pick-up times as my schedule was a little up in the air. She took Puddle for an hour walk and sent fun pictures and updates throughout the visit. I 100% recommend Ginger!”
6. Kristina M.
“Kristina took amazing care of Darby!! She bought her toys and treats. I could tell Darby had a great time and I enjoyed my vacation knowing my dog was in good hands :)”
7. Noah W.
“Hands down best sitter we have had - Noah sent us pics of Rocky and his pup Ginsy often and was flexible with our pickup and drop of schedule and changes. Rocky and Ginsy got along great which made me feel more at ease during my travel.”
8. Victoria O.
“Victoria was really nice and friendly, sent a lot of pictures and videos our dog really enjoyed her stay with Victoria. Highly recommended :)”
9. Chelsea K.
“Chelsea provided the perfect home away from home for my senior pup while I was on vacation for a week across the country! She treated my little guy with so much love and care as if he was her own and I could tell he had a great time from her updates and when I picked him up. My dog is a rescue with food aggression which Chelsea handled expertly. I’m excited to book her in the future, as is my dog!”
10. Andrica S.
“Andrica was very friendly and accommodating. As a new fur-mom, it was reassuring to receive daily video and pictures of my pup. I knew Duke was in good hands based on Andrica's laughter alone. To me it meant that Duke was happy, healthy and up to his normal goofy antics. I highly recommend her and know that Duke made a new friend.”
11. Dulce R.
“Dulce provided a loving home-away-from-home for my Oliver. She was caring, attentive, and kept me updated the whole time. I felt completely at ease and would absolutely board with her again!”
12. Deena S.
“Deena was phenomenal with our 12 husky for two weeks. Her dog is the cutest and got along great with our cranky old lady. Deena was super helpful and accommodating with the multiple medications our girl is on. We will definitely be booking again in the future.”
13. Sara S.
“Sara was great with my little Yorkie! She sent me pictures, response quickly and we even left with a little treat! We will definitely be rebooking with her!”
14. Tony B.
“Tony was nice. He has a beautiful home with a clean and private yard for dogs to roam and play. Tony sent lots of pics and updates, which I like.”
15. Nicole M.
“Nicole and her husband were so wonderful in taking care of Piper. She made Piper feel at home during the meet and greet, which lead to an easy drop off. She updated us with pictures and messages through out our trip so we still felt connected and knew she was in good hands. The fact that she was with other dogs was an added bonus. I will definitely be taking Piper to Nicole's again!”
16. John D.
“Mooney had a wonderful stay with John. We got frequent updates as always and mooney got to spend healthy supervised playtime with John’s wonderful dog Parker, which was great for Mooney’s socialization. John kept us posted on Mooney’s behavior (good and bad both) and we felt he was safe and happy the whole time. Thanks again John.”
17. Pat M.
“Pat was great with our senior chihuahua Zoey. He provides a very home-y environment so she could feel comfortable and worked with her on her schedule. Great communication and experience, would definitely recommend and use again.”
18. Jasmine G.
“She took great care of my baby Sky! She has her own dog, and both of the pups got along so well together. She has great communication , she sent over many pictures. I highly highly recommend.”
19. William B.
“Will was great with my high energy dog, made sure he had plenty of time outside and kept him comfortable throughout the stay. I appreciated the updates and pictures, highly recommend.”
20. Donte B.
“Donte did an excellent job looking after our two dogs and cat during the holiday weekend. The drop-off process was seamless, and he maintained good communication before, during, and for the pickup. Will definitely book again.”
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As of Jun 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Philadelphia is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Philadelphia dog boarding rates can be found as low as $28 to as high as $66 per night.
As of Jun 2025, 3,007 sitters provided dog boarding in Philadelphia. 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, 90% of Philadelphia dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Philadelphia have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Philadelphia.
Rover makes it easy to find Philadelphia 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 3,007 dog boarding sitters in Philadelphia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Philadelphia, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 89% 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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