Pet Boarding Pittsburgh
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“Malik was great with my older dog. I received at least one picture a day along with updates. They went on lots of walks and my dog came home exhausted. I would book with Malik again.”
“Michelle took great care of Barkley. She sent plenty of photos to ease my separation anxiety, haha, and graciously accommodated our travel plan change. Will definitely use her again!”
“Elizabeth was amazing! She communicated throughout Kit’s stay-super attentive, kind and accommodating ! Will absolutely recommend to anyone in need of services and will definitely be my go to! Thanks so much Elizabeth! Kit already misses you and your family! ❤️”
About: I've had dogs and cats in my life for over 20 years, and I know how important it is to feel comfortable leaving your pet with someone else. I work from home, so your dog will have plenty of company, attention, and affection throughout the day. I have a sweet miniature schnauzer named Brad who is a big part of my daily routine. I only accept one client's pets at a time, so your dog won't be competing with a house full of unfamiliar animals for attention. I want their stay to feel relaxed, comfortable, and as close to home as possible. My home has a partially fenced yard, and I'm happy to follow your dog's usual feeding, walking, and sleeping routines. I'll also send pictures and updates so you can see how they're doing while you're away. Whether you're traveling for a weekend or heading out on vacation, I'll treat your pet like part of the family. I work from home, so I'm around throughout the day to give your dog plenty of attention, walks, and company. My miniature schnauzer, Brad, is already part of my daily routine, so caring for another dog fits naturally into our day. I have a flexible schedule and can accommodate your pet's usual feeding, walking, and rest times. I want your dog to feel comfortable and safe while you're away. I only board one client's pets at a time, so they receive personalized attention in a relaxed home environment. I have a partially fenced yard and always supervise outdoor time. I'm happy to follow your dog's usual routines and any special instructions. I'll also send pictures and updates so you know how they're doing.
“Geena is an absolute gift! She hosted our kitty for two back to back stays during a chaotic era of our lives and was FANTASTIC. Kitty had some medical stuff come up during her stay and Geena went above and beyond to communicate with us and make sure she had great care. We will absolutely rebook in the future and highly recommend!”
“This was our second time leaving Franklin with Gillian and it was great! He was dealing with some separation anxiety and she handled it great and was very communicative about how he was doing. Would recommend Gillian to anyone looking for a new sitter!”
About: Hi! It’s just Libby! I’ve had a dog in my life since childhood and I LOVE them. I have fostered in the past and have missed dogs so much. My job requires me to travel a bit so I have resorted to Rover to get my pup fix! I can handle any dog and will make sure they are snuggled and loved to the fullest while also cared for adequately. I work remotely full time but have lots of time to go on walks and take care of pups overnight. My week changes from week to week but know when I travel for work a couple weeks ahead at least so should know when I am available. I will adhere to anything you want me to. I follow directions very well and am a bit of a perfectionist. I’ll make sure you dog or dogs are taken care of and loved.
“Maria is amazing! She was responsive, flexible, and kind. She took great care of me senior dog and I will definitely use her again. She even sent him home with treats. Highly recommend!”
“Maria and her husband were amazing! I cannot thank them enough for caring for my baby like their own. They sent me daily updates and it was the most stress free I have ever been leaving my little guy somewhere! I will be using her again and recommending everyone to Maria!”
“Amazing most patient person ever with the sweetest dog too. My sort of sickly dog had diarrhea (his preexisting GI issue) and she was super kind and meticulous in taking care of him throughout the process.”
“Kelly took great care of my two small dogs, Ralph and Sarah. She was conscientious and asked me good questions to get a sense of their needs and preferences. They were very comfortable staying with her, and I would gladly ask her to take care of them again.”
About: I've taken care of my own dogs for the past 14 years from puppies to seniors. I love animals, big and small and am available both weekdays and weekends. I am a full-time college student with a very flexible schedule. I'm an active person and very excited to spend time with your furry friends! I live in an apartment near grass and parks. I also have many leashed and healthy and delicious treats I can bring with me for on-site sitting and walking.
“I used Skyler’s services for 5 days while I was traveling. My dog, a 1 year old Husky puppy, is still being trained. Skyler was amazing with her, she listened to techniques that I’ve been using with Poppy and applied them. I would use Skyler’s services again and would recommend her to anyone who wants their pup to be safe and happy.”
“Kristina is your girl!!! We had an unexpected emergence and had to fly out of state. Kristina responded to our request for a sitter and helped me through the process (I’d never used Rover). She was available for last minute drop off and made me feel comfortable about where our dog was while we were dealing with an extremely stressful situation. She sent pictures of our pup and encouraged us to check in whenever. Squishy came home smelling like she just had a bath and had fully washed blankets. Kristina went above and beyond and we can’t thank her enough for her kindness. 5 stars doesn’t do her justice! If we need help again we know who we’ll be contacting. We highly recommend her services! Thanks Kristina!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats since childhood, whether my own, or for friends, family, and neighbors. I will treat your sweet dog or cat as my own. I can go on long or short walks, can administer medications, can play or provide sweet loving attention to your fur babies. I work part-time, so I’m happy to be at your home or taking care of your dog/cat before 9 and after 5 pm on Tuesdays-Thursdays. The other days of the week/weekend I can be there as often as you’d like, for as long as you’d like. I can walk dogs for as long as you need, we can work out a schedule that works best. My yard is partially fenced, so I fully intend to watch your dog during outdoor time if you are not one to use a lead. My house is 3-stories so perfect for any size animal. At the client’s home, I will follow your instructions as close as possible, and can provide a safe and loving presence. The only caveat is my house has 2 cats, so we must be sure the the visiting dog is safe with cats.
“Thank you so much Natalie for taking care of my sweet shy girl! My pup came back happy and clearly had a great time playing with Fitz! Natalie looked after my yorkie for 4 days and like all dog mamas I always worry about her, but she settled in immediately, took over all the softest places and was spoiled like she was at home. Would happily rebook :)”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Pittsburgh is $47
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Pittsburgh
Valeria is so amazing! She's so understanding, I had a really tough week when I needed a cat sitter and Valeria took my cat in at a days notice, and kept her longer than anticipated originally when I needed cat sitting for a longer period of time. What really made me feel like my pet was being well taken care of is when she noticed my cat's birth defect, and worried about it offered to take my cat to the vet to check it out-that kind of attentiveness to pet health meant a lot to me. She's also just overall really friendly and kind, and is super good at responding to texts in a timely manner-so I'm never worried about my cat. She send me so many pictures of my cat during the stay, and my cat looked like she was in heaven (she was loving playtime with Valeria's cat). Definitely booking again if I ever need a cat sitter :)
Nicole is an angel. I had no clue how my baby boy would do with boarding but after doing a quick visit with Nicole — I knew he was in great hands. She sent regular updates throughout my trip. It calmed my nerves to know that he was doing alright. I 100% recommend her if you want someone who is responsive and cares about your baby like they are their own.
Victoria took wonderful care of Coco while I was away. Her communication was excellent. She sent regular photo and video updates, so I always knew how Coco was doing and could relax. Coco came home happy and relaxed, and it's clear Victoria treated her like family. I'd absolutely book her again.
Kept us up to date daily with summer by sending pictures took her on field trips to her families farm. Noelle knew she was deaf and took that into consideration when she got summer and before taking her out. Summer is happy to be home lol but for sure will miss Noelle and her field trips as we will miss the pictures of summer on our phones. However, Summer is happy to see us now that we are home. Thank you Noelle.
If you are looking for a top notch person to watch your dob, Barrett is the way to go. He was very communicative while I was away with updates on how my dog was ding as well as cute pictures of my dog doing various activities. He accepted my request with less than 2 weeks notice; he also agreed to accept Bragi at my 5am requested time plus gave me hours of wiggle room of when I could pick him up. Event though I forgot to let him know a few basic tendencies of Bragi, he messaged me and asked questions based off my Rover profile which indicates he truly thoroughly reads profiles. I look forward to using him again in my coming requests.
Elizabeth has been watching our dog Lilah from when she was a small annoying puppy, to now as a grown up and less annoying dog. Elizabeth is very patient with her, and does a good job of positively redirecting Lilah's endless energy. We can tell that Lilah loves staying with Elizabeth and her dog, Sonder -she jumps out of the car with excitement every time she sees Elizabeth approaching.
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- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in Pittsburgh is $39 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $63 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.
There are 920 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Pittsburgh. About 90% of Pittsburgh sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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 Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.
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 PA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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