Dog Boarding Portland
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“Our dog Scrappy has stayed with Sandy twice now, and she is wonderful! She responds quickly to reservation requests, is flexible with scheduling, and is a pleasant person who clearly likes dogs. Scrappy comes home happy and tired. Thanks, Sandy! Miriam”
“Evita is an amazing sitter!! I found her somewhat last minute, and she was nothing but incredible. My dog had a lovely time while I was away for work for a few days. She was attentive, made sure my dog had plenty of walks and playtime. She has a small dog, and my dog and hers got along so well! Definitely going to be using her all summer as my permanent sitter!”
“Appreciated the superb communication, especially getting pictures of my happy pup, but all along every step of the way. This was the first time I left my dog overnight, and Kristopher made it a comfortable experience for me.”
“I left Oscar with Vanessa for a few days and he couldn't have been happier when I picked him up. He clearly received a lot of care and attention and even got a trip to the beach. Vanessa was really communicative and flexible when the dates of my work trip changed fairly last minute. She offered a pre-meet but given we were returning from out of state the night before, it wasn't possible—either way, I appreciated the offer. I tend to avoid using new sitters given Oscar usually stays with friends or a sitter he's known for years but I'm really happy to add Vanessa to that small group. Can't say enough good things.”
“Heather is a wonderful sitter. She has taken great care of our senior pup Wally multiple times. She is very communicative and accommodating to Wally’s needs. Highly recommend!”
“Paul and Arnell were the sweetest with my Bandit. Sent lots of pictures and are very responsive at communicating. Nice meet n greet and easy drop off/pickup. Bandit was definitely spoiled with these two!”
“Taylor and their partner Olivia are wonderful people and dog sitters. They took such great care of Peanut and were super communicative. I truly had no time to worry about her because I regularly got photos and updates of how she was doing. I will definitely be booking with them again because I can trust they'll care for her well”
“Jake took great care of my dog for a week on short notice. He's very flexible and responsive and his dog is super easy going with my dog. I've booked with him twice now, and plan on booking within in the future!”
“Serena was so sweet with Chewy and sent photos of him and Nugget on there walks and playing together. Great communication and responsiveness! We would definitely book again with Serena!”
“Annika, John, and Pepper were great! We boarded our dog for the first time with strangers and he was understandably a bit anxious (and so were we). But they were great hosts and very responsive and extremely responsible. Pepper was a gracious host. Felix had a great time overall!”
“Leaving my pup with someone new is always a little stressful. Dahlia was wonderful, and put my stress at ease! I felt confident my senior dog was is good hands and enjoying herself! Will absolutely book again for my next trip.”
“Sarah was wonderful, and I would absolutely book with her again. She took great care of my dog, Gummi, and he got along so well with her Pomeranian, Ellie. I really appreciated the frequent updates and photos because they gave me so much peace of mind knowing Gummi was happy, having fun, and being so well cared for. I highly recommend Sarah to anyone looking for a trustworthy and attentive dog sitter!”
“Keelan and Sabrina were lovely! They have been my favorite pet sitters on Rover. Lots of walks, play time, cuddles, and updates of my pup. I would absolutely book with them again in the future.”
“Rosemary you are the best. Thank you for taking such good care of Piper and sending all the wonderful photos! Your place is just a slice of tranquility and I am sure Piper loved soaking it all in!”
“Lajetta was so great. She is responsive, organized and really loves dogs. She took such good care of Yuzu and was very accommodating and patient with me when I had flight delays. I would happily leave Yuzu with her and her granddaughter anytime!”
About: I have a decade of experience taking care of small to medium dogs. Have a lot of experience with senior animals and animals with disabilities and know how to handle and distribute medications if needed. I am currently on summer break from work as I am a Special Edcation paraeducator. I am somewhat of a homebody who loves to spend her time reading and taking walks outside. I tend to go to bed fairly early at night so that I'm up early to take care of my own fur baby. This tends to be the same when school is in session as well. As stated before I have a fur baby of my own. A cat named Phoebe who loves people and getting to know other animals. I love spending time with the animals I take care of whether its walk or play time. Bonding is very important to me. I want your fur babies to feel as safe and comfy as possible when they're with me. There's also nice parks nearby where I live so I can take them to play anytime the weather is nice.
“Brittany is simply the best! She was very caring of Buzz during his stay with her. I really appreciated Brittany's communicative style. I knew without a doubt Buzz was in caring and safe hands while I was away. Thank you Brittany!”
“Ron was very helpful taking my young energetic pup on pretty short notice for a long weekend! He was patient with her and definitely gave her some good outlets for play with other dogs because she was totally tired out when I picked her up.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Portland is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Portland
Erich and Sarah were fantastic!! They were attentive, caring and responsible for both our home and our 5yo Australian Shepherd. We were gone for 11 days in total and throughout the trip, we were in regular communication and received updates and photos from their adventures with our pup. Our doggo is very energetic (high maintenance) and has belly issues (IBD) so requires a little special care and attention. Throughout our time away we felt so assured that he was in good hands and getting all the love and exercise he needed. Aside from all the care for our pup, we came home to a house that was spotless! The sheets were washed and dried, the counters and trash cleared, and even a small bouquet of flowers for our arrival. We greatly appreciated having both Sarah and Erich in our home and definitely will be booking their services again.
Taylor and Liv are far and away my dog Midna’s favorite sitters! You can see it in how excited she gets when I drop her off with them. You can tell they both really care about the pets they’re watching, enjoy spending time with them, and always go above and beyond with extra treats and activities. Taylor is super communicative and always sends lots of great pics. I’ve had to leave Midna with sitters multiple times per month over the last year for work and it was always so reassuring when she stayed with Taylor because I knew she’d be happy and well taken care of.
Tim was so great with Clem! He was really accommodating with my needs and schedule, and put my mind at ease when I expressed anxiety about leaving my dog with someone new especially since I was out of service for most of the time I was away and couldn’t check in. My dog has some reactivity issues but apparently she warmed up easily both with Tim and his kids, and I think that says a lot! I highly recommend Tim and I plan to continue going to him when I need dog sitting again in the future :)
Signe and her family were awesome! They were very responsive and easy to communicate with, and they have such great energy. They made my girl Jet feel right at home. Signe sent updates and cute pictures throughout Jet’s stay, which I really appreciated. I felt very comfortable leaving my shy girl with them and would absolutely book with them again!
Another fabulous week for my dog!! Ricky is an exceptional human who undoubtedly loves dogs! His energy and enthusiasm around my Mango is so incredible and reassuring for me to see; I know that she’s cared for and having the time of her life. So glad I found Ricky!! I plan to be a return customer forever!
Renee was AMAZING!! She was very loving and caring, and took such loving care of our dog. His stay was full of fun walks and good snuggles, and he seemed immediately very comfortable with Renee. She sent updates and photos regularly. We had to book last minute and then there were some last-minute changes, and she was amazingly flexible and communicative with us. She always got back to us right away and was so thoughtful and understanding of our admittedly challenging booking with last minute changes. She bonded wonderfully with our dog. I would highly recommend Renee, and I will definitely use her again for our next booking. Thank you for being awesome, Renee!
Seth was great with Lewis and seemed to be well versed with different dog temperaments. Lewis can be a bit reactive towards other dogs, but Seth handled it with ease. I appreciated getting updates throughout the weekend. Overall Lewis was well cared-for and I would highly recommend Seth!
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Portland on Rover is $48.15 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 2,322 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Portland. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover 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.
93% of Portland sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland.
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 Portland 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 OR 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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