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Sitter Profile Image: Tess & Curt M.
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Tess & Curt M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
State College, PA, 16803

Tess and Curt helped me out in a pinch when I had to go out of town last minute. They responded promptly and the details were all coordinated very quickly. They are very friendly and have a lovely outdoor space for the pups to run around in. I got lots of pictures throughout Wendy's stay which I really appreciated!

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Bridget O.
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Rillan M.
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$33
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4.9 out of 5 stars
204 reviews
75 repeat clients
52 years of experience
Bellefonte, PA, 16823

This was Wall-E's second visit with Rillan, an extended stay of 12 nights. It was very nice to get updates and pictures while I was traveling, and to see that Wall-E was getting along with other guests. He is comfortable staying with Rillan, and will have more opportunities to visit in the future.

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Derya T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
120 reviews
43 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bellefonte, PA, 16823

Derya was amazing with our Muggsy . Super friendly and active in sending photos/video updates . Also was able to keep him an extra night for us . We will definitely be using him again . Thank you Derya!!

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Simone & Kenya D.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
22 repeat clients
30 years of experience
state college, PA, 16803

Had a great experience with Kenya and Simone, and it was clear that our dog was much more relaxed than in a traditional kennel. I appreciated Kenya meeting with us beforehand, since it was my first time using Rover. And great to receive pics of activities during the stay--including watching the World Cup together. :) Very prompt communication, both before and during the stay. Would definitely book with them again!

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Jodi & Bruce L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Boalsburg, PA, 16827

Jodi and Bruce treated our fur baby like one of the family, exactly what we were hoping for in finding a home away from home for her. She looks forward to a return stay, and we'll be confident leaving her in their care.

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Michael & Melanie M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
8 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Hesston, PA, 16647

Wish I could give more than 5 stars! It was our first time using Rover for our 9 month old pup and Michael and Melanie completely exceeded expectations. Walks, hikes, pictures, and so much love! They truly made our pup apart of their family. We couldn’t thank them enough. Also want to mention their sweet, patient lab Mojo for being so good to our pup. If you’re looking for the best care for your pup, look no further!

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Ryan K.
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$50
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46 reviews
15 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Boalsburg, PA, 16827

Ryan and family were wonderful with our 5-year-old labrador retriever. Sasha was well taken care of, and she had plenty of play time with the pups of the house. Recommend highly.

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Katie F.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
216 reviews
64 repeat clients
25 years of experience
State College, PA, 16801

We could not have asked for a better sitter for Trace. Katie gave us frequent updates and sent us the most adorable pictures throughout the weekend! She and her husband took him on walks and car rides, and she has a terrific fenced in yard for Trace and her spunky dog to run around together. They got along swimmingly, and Trace had a great time with his new playmate! You can tell that Katie knows how to handle dogs- my pup was on his best behavior for her. I’m truly impressed!

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Crystal S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Bellefonte, PA, 16823

I had a fantastic experience with Crystal while she looked after my 9-month-old Snowshoe cat, Mavis, during my spring break. Right from the meet and greet, she knew her stuff. She introduced Mavis to her apartment, and her pet is around the same age, Sushi, and gave us some great tips on helping Mavis settle in. The Blink camera in the room where Mavis stayed was a nice touch, allowing Crystal to check in on her whenever she was out, which was reassuring. Plus, she ensured Mavis got plenty of playtime – she understood Mavis's playful side. I was impressed by how Crystal helped Mavis and Sushi become friends. They hit it off after a little supervised playtime, which made me feel even better about leaving Mavis with her. What genuinely set Crystal apart was her communication. She kept in touch throughout my trip, sending updates and adorable pictures of Mavis. It was so reassuring to see Mavis happy and well taken care of while I was away. In short, Crystal is fantastic at what she does. She's caring, professional, and loves animals. I'll definitely be calling on her again next time I need a cat sitter.

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Jessica T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
State College, PA, 16801

Jessica and her family were amazing sitters for our Labrador "Bella!" We couldn't have asked for a nicer or kinder family to entrust our fury family member. Bella loved her time with Jessica leaving my wife and I comforted to know she was in good care! Highly recommend Jessica for any pet sitting services. She took the time to periodically send videos and photos during Bella's stay. This further secured our trust that Bella was in good hands and allowed my wife and I to enjoy our vacation. We will definitely use Jessica again!

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Laura M.
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$54
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
State College, PA, 16801

Laura was fantastic with Tasha, she sent me updates and photos, walked her a couple of times a day. Tasha had a nice time staying overnight. But mostly, i loved that her boy enjoyed having her in his house :)

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Mariah P.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
109 reviews
52 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Altoona, PA, 16602

My pup was with this family for a few days. She sent pictures and responded quickly when I checked in. She was extremely understanding when I was late for pick up.

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Kevin S.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
9 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Reedsville, PA, 17084

Our lab loved Kevin & we will definitely book with him again. Our dog is an energetic rescue & doesn't like to be alone. Kevin was able to accommodate & was very attentive; he played with him outside in his yard, took him to the dog park & took him along in the car. Plus all the items I took were returned clean & organized!

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Diane C.
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Denika Z.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
23 repeat clients
7 years of experience
State College, PA, 16801

Very nice and treated my dog great. She was great with following instruction of my dogs daily routine and updated me throughout the day with photos and how my dog was doing. She has a fenced in yard which was great!!

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Marissa D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
31 repeat clients
28 years of experience
belefonte, PA, 16823

Marissa was available on short notice and very flexible. She was great at communicating and sending photos of Bailey. I would book again with Marissa.

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Leasia P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
24 years of experience
Bellwood, PA, 16617

About: I will give your dog my full attention as well as my children. We all love animals. My children are super gentle and loving and love to take walks so finding time to take your dog for a walk will be no problem! I am home all day so your dog will get lots of attention! I am choosing to do this because the kids want a dog but I am not fully committed to buying one of our own quite yet, so dog sitting will please everyone. I have a huge yard with the option of fenced in and unfenced areas. We have very few neighbors so if your pup is a barker it will be not a problem. Lots of space to take dogs for walks without running into other people or animals.

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bailee o.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
15 repeat clients
4 years of experience
State College, PA, 16803

Bailee did a wonderful job caring for our pup! She provided many updates and photos, and ensured he got adequate playtime outside! Would highly recommend!

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HANNAH M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Fallentimber, PA, 16636

Hannah did an amazing job taking care of our fur babies!! She communicated with me about how they were doing, and she was so patient with our Willow adjusting to being away from us. She asked all the right questions, and treated our pups like they were her own. We will definitely be booking with her again!

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Beth C.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Boalsburg, PA, 16827

Beth took great care of our Great Pyrenees. She came home happy and well cared for. We appreciated Beth's flexibility and communication. Would recommend!

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Brandin M.
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Alexis T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
10 years of experience
State College, PA, 16803

Alexis was fantastic. I booked her last minute and she did an amazing job. Sadie had an upset stomach when I dropped her off and Alexis did a great job with Sadie's meds and looking after her. She was feeling much better when she got home. Would definitely book again.

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Stephanie C.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Port Matilda is $40

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As of August 2026, there are 67 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Port Matilda. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

Sitters may also include daily walks in the neighborhood during your dog's boarding stay. You can also request photo and message updates throughout so you can see which local landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Port Matilda home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Port Matilda.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Port Matilda sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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.

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.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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