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Sitter Profile Image: Becky K.
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Becky K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Portage, MI, 49024

“My dog had a great time at Becky’s playing with two dogs that were there. She even went on a special family outing with them (with our permission). Becky sent pictures and videos which made our time away extra enjoyable. My dog doesn’t usually eat when she’s away from home but Becky said she had no problem with eating. I attribute that to Becky creating such a comforting, home-like experience for her. I will definitely be booking Becky again!”

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Julie D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 170 reviews
73 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Kalamazoo, MI, 49009

“I think Murray enjoyed staying with Julie and Joe. We loved getting picture updates while we were away. Definitely will be booking with Julie again!! Thanks for taking great care of our Murray!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth V.
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Elizabeth V.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Portage, MI, 49024

“We had an amazing experience with Elizabeth as our dog sitter! She took such great care of our dog and kept us updated the entire time with messages, videos, and pictures, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was clear our dog was happy, comfortable, and well loved. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring. We’ll definitely be booking with her again!”

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Rachel G.
Sitter Profile Image: Nayoma L.
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Nayoma L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 111 reviews
14 repeat clients
53 years of experience
Portage, MI, 49024

“Nayoma did a great job looking after our Teddy for a month. He had fun playing with other dogs there too. He has slept all day since he returned home !”

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Sitter Profile Image: Beth & Tracy C.
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Beth & Tracy C.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
14 years of experience
Kalamazoo, MI, 49009

“Beth did a wonderful job with Barron. She sent photos of him playing. He was very content staying with Beth. I will be booking with Beth again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Scarlet K.
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Scarlet K.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Kalamazoo, MI, 49006

“Very responsible and responsive. Will definitely contact Scarlett again for her service”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jamie B.
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Jamie B.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 222 reviews
19 repeat clients
15 years of experience
South Side, Kalamazoo, MI, 49001

“Jamie was great with our high energy needs dog, Maggie. She’s a border collie/blue heeler mix that is a good dog, but only if she’s exercised her body (and mind) enough. We loved having picture updates over our long weekend away. And by the second night I knew everything would be okay and that Jamie had the compassion and care needed for a dog like Maggie. We’re SO happy to have found Jamie and will definitely be requesting her services again!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathy A.
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Kathy A.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
3 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Portage, MI, 49002

“First time using this app or service and I reaaalllyyyyyyyy hit the jackpot for my first time!! Kathy is AMAZING, and so sweet and sent the best pictures and videos. I know my Puppy will miss her so much !! Thank you Kathy 🤎🤎😘”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katy M.
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Katy M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
21 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Kalamazoo, MI, 49009

“From the moment I met Katy I felt at ease knowing Evie was in great hands. Katy was sweet and caring. I would definitely recommend Katy. Thank you again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Madison W.
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Madison W.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Milwood, Kalamazoo, MI, 49001

“Madison and her boyfriend took great care of my senior dog. They sent regular updates and made him feel at home. I highly recommend Madison for dog sitting!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Savannah M.
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Savannah M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 97 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Kalamazoo, MI, 49006

“Rosie had a wonderful time visiting and playing with her new found friends! Thank you Savannah for taking such great care of our puppy Rosie! Highly recommend and personable!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Luke K.
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Luke K.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Lawton, MI, 49065

“Luke and his family went above and beyond caring for our Yogi. They have a large fenced in backyard and a host of other animal friends that Yogi fell in love with. Our Yogi has a tendency to pee on himself vs the ground and they bathed him before pickup. My toddler wouldn’t stop asking us to smell the dog on the way home. Thank you Luke and family! We will use you every time we need to head West to Wisconsin.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Leah R.
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Leah R.
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$40
per night
16 years of experience
Portage, MI, 49002

About: I've been surrounded by dogs and cats my whole life. I've had about 16 years of experience with dogs. I'm familiar with dogs with body mental and physical issues. I enjoy animals and spending quality time with them..I currently have a cat named Mia. In the past I had a golden retriever named Buddy. I'm a firm believer in all the benefits dogs/cats can do for individuals and families. I'm the happiest when i'm with dogs or animals. I will go far and beyond to care for your animal and make sure they have the proper care they deserve. I understand the anxiety about leaving your pet with a stranger. Therefore I'd love to meet and create a relationship with the owner to form trust. I am a very active person, I love to walk and travel. I enjoy spending time with my loved ones and friends. I have always had a cat or dog, and it’s a must in my life. I adore animals and believe they deserve the best lives possible. I care for my cat by feeding her at least three times a day, I change her kitty litter daily, and of course a lot of play time each day. I make my cat Mia feel special with treats and a lot of toys (probably too many toys)

Sitter Profile Image: Rebecca B.
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Rebecca B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Portage, MI, 49024

“Rebecca was very helpful for a last minute booking and my pup absolutely loved her! She gave good updates and was very responsive. This was my first time using rover and I’ll absolutely use Rebecca again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Trina P.
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Trina P.
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$47
per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 77 reviews
21 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Knollwood, Kalamazoo, MI, 49006

“Zeus seemed to enjoy his time there… Trina said she spoiled him! Trina is good to communicate with and very flexible. We will use her again!!”

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Amy F.
Sitter Profile Image: Jenai & Sean J.
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Jenai & Sean J.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 66 reviews
19 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Arcadia, Kalamazoo, MI, 49006

“Jenai and Sean always take excellent care of our dog. This is the second time we have had them care for our Gully and this time for 2 nights. They send photos and give updates during the stay. Thank you so much for watching Gully again! It feels so good to be able to get to have a fun weekend once in awhile and know he is being well cared for and having a fun weekend too. 🙏🏼🥰🐶”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ryan T K.
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Ryan T K.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Edison, Kalamazoo, MI, 49001

“We were so relieved to find Ryan to care for our anxious Dottie. We had two meet and greets with Ryan before our booking to ease our concerns. They were very understanding and reassuring that our girl would be taken care of during the holiday week. We received regular updates from Ryan while we were away. She has lots of playtime and walks during her stay. Dottie was well cared for and warmed up to them with time and patience. Thank you again for taking care of her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah S.
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Sarah S.
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$45
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Portage, MI, 49024

“This was the second time Sarah had watched our dog and we are still so happy with the care that Sarah provides. She was also very accommodating with a slight change in drop off/pick up time. We know he is well loved and enjoys playing with her dogs as well. So grateful to have found Sarah!”

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Whitney G.
Sitter Profile Image: Reed & Natalie N.
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Reed & Natalie N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 72 reviews
26 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Kalamazoo, MI, 49009

“Reed and Natalie watched our dog, Maggie, and they were amazing! Sent us daily updates with pictures and videos and Maggie always looked so happy! We ran into travel issues returning home and they were very flexible with timing of picking her up and were even willing to watch her another night if needed. Highly recommend them!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Stephen K.
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Stephen K.
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$35
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
21 years of experience
Kalamazoo, MI, 49006

“Stephen and Rachel were wonderful for boarding our cat, Nori. They are just the nicest couple and ommunication was always quick and easy. Their home is warm, inviting, and peaceful. They have two adorable cats of their own that were relaxed and friendly. After leaving Nori with Stephen and Rachel for over a week, she returned home in perfect shape. We would absolutely reach out to Stephen and Rachel for any future boarding needs. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our Nori!”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Becky was fantastic. Sent daily pics and updates. My dog was very well taken care of and happy. 100% will use her again.

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Pat O.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Elizabeth was so great with my dog for the weekend. He was so happy and relaxed when I picked him up. She also kept me updated with how he was doing and pictures of him. Cannot say enough good things. Thank you Elizabeth!

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Dana R.
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During the stay, Nayoma provided photos of my dog every day. Also, when we picked him up, he was happy and healthy.

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Mehdi E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Comet & Luna enjoy their walks with Kathy! And I love to see all the pictures of their adventures....

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Jennifer R.
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Ana was amazing! She has the sweetest, kindest demeanor and it is obvious she loves dogs. She took great care of Teddy while we were away, was responsive to messages and sent us pictures/videos of him everyday. It was the first time we were away from our sweet boy since he joined our family and it was wonderful to know he was being so loved and cared for.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Portage is $40

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Sitters in Portage average 13
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As of Feb 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Portage is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Portage dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $48 per night.

If you’re searching for a Portage dog boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Feb 2026, 188 sitters provided dog boarding in Portage. 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, 94% of Portage dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Portage have an average of 20 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Portage.

Rover makes it easy to find Portage 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 188 dog boarding sitters in Portage on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Portage, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 96% 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.