Dog Boarding Portsmouth
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“Caring sitters. Julie provided me with daily updates and pictures of my babies. This is the longest stretch that I had left them and the daily updates made me feel better. I will definitely use their services again! Thank you, Julie and Kenneth, Ethan and of course Louis, their fur baby.”
“Megan was absolutely amazing. I always have anxiety when leaving my dogs with someone new but she made me feel so much better. She was kind and patient and gave me great updates on my dogs wellbeing.”
“Nicholas was an absolute blessing! He accepted watching Buffy on very short notice and went above and beyond from start to finish. He made sure Buffy was well cared for by taking her on walks, giving her plenty of attention, and keeping us updated with constant texts, photos, and videos. He even put an AirTag on Buffy while we were away, which gave us even more peace of mind. This was our first time using the app, and Nicholas exceeded every expectation. We never had to worry about Buffy for a second because we knew she was in great hands. Thank you for everything, Nicholas! If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. We will definitely book with you again!”
“Exceptional! Super communicative and clearly took care of Hanzo like he was their own. Incredibly happy with how well they took care of him! Will absolutely book again!”
“She is wonderful! I was going out of state so I was a little nervous- but she is amazing at what she does. She suggested a meet and greet with dogs beforehand which was an excellent idea. Martina- thank you again!”
“We took yet another weekend trip with the kids and once again amber and Dane swooped in and saved the day by watching our dog Luca. When he got there after being there the first time he leaped out of the car and ran to them wagging his tail so excited. Made me the happiest dog mom in the world to know he was that excited to see them again. The entire weekend I received multiple video updates and photos of Luca playing and wrestling having pool parties having the time of his life! Y’all I cannot rave enough these people are your people to watch your dog!! ❤️”
“Kathleen took exceptional care of my fur baby this past weekend. She helped my boy acclimate with her two fur babies and sent me a lot of pictures of them playing together. Kathleen had the presence of mind to ask if fireworks bother him (NYE weekend) and gave him the medication we provided to aid Oliver a little. I will book with Kathleen again, it was a very positive first time experience with Rover.”
“We are a repeat customer...Best puppy sitters ever! We didn’t have a care in the world and no doubt that our Monte was being well taken care of! And, we constantly received pictures which was a plus❤️ We will definitely stick with Rachel and Andrew.”
About: I have owned and raised dogs since I was a teenager. I have raised many different breeds from Goldendoodles to pit bulls. I currently have 5 dogs that I have rescued. They are all with my fiancé in Texas so no need to worry about your dogs getting along with mine. I am currently active duty but I am on shore duty so I don’t spend a lot of hours in the office. A normal day is around 3 hours and a long day is around 5. Weekends are almost always off. I have a completely fenced in property. I bought the house for all of my 5 dogs but they have since gone to live with my fiancé in Texas. I have no furniture or bed rules. They can hang out or sleep with me anywhere I am. I treat dogs as family and I want them to be just as comfortable as me.
“Mckayla did such an amazing job watching my Willow over the holiday weekend. The updates were consistent and the photographs were adorable. You could see how happy and comfortable she was spending the night and playing with the other dogs. We will be boarding with Mckayla again!”
“Beth was great!! She sent many updates and took Parina on daily walks which she loved! I would definitely trust Beth and her family anytime to watch my girl :)”
“This was our first time leaving our little Golden doodle with Samantha. I will say, I was a bit intimidated by leaving him with a pit bull there, but upon meeting the pit bull he was the sweetest big dog ever. My worries immediately vanished! There were a couple other dogs there, so that was nice. There was one dog a bit too interested in my little guy, so I didn’t want to leave until he calmed down. Samantha never made me feel rushed to leave or weird. She was super patient and asking me if I wanted the dogs split up, or inside or outside. I really thought that said a lot about the person I was leaving our baby with and I really liked that. I say all that to say, you can’t always control how dogs will interact with each other, but you can control how you react to them and Samantha was very calm, kind and friendly. She never looked overwhelmed or nervous. She was a bit embarrassed I think because of the initial behavior of this other dog she was caring for, but I understood that wasn’t a reflection of her care. We left out little guy there 3 days and she communicated through the day with updates, sent photos and even went the extra step of boiling and egg to mix it with my dogs food since we do that for him at home too. I’m thankful we found someone to watch our guy for when we need it! Highly recommend! 10 out of 10!”
“Gail was absolutely amazing , she sent pictures the entire time I was out of the country and communicated how they were doing ! She was so sweet and so kind , my dogs adore her!”
“They did such a great job watching our pug, Max. We felt really comfortable leaving him with them. They sent pictures several times to show how he was doing, and we would definitely use them again!”
“Thank you for taking care of Gigi! Will definitely book again. Even included a goodie bag 😸. Im sure she enjoyed her stay and the communication was top tier with lots of photos of her time there. I appreciate all the updates and making sure she had a comfortable stay. Thank you again!!!”
“AWESOME. Geneive was more than accommodating for my last minute 7 day trip. She helped me when I was in a bind. From the moment I met her I know I was leaving my dogs in good hands. She sent me pictures every day and took them on numerous walks to the park in addition to their huge back yard for them to play in. I didn't pack enough food and she without hesitation hooked them up with the same food they had been eating so I wasn't stressing while away. Family is very caring also. MOST DEFINITELY will go back again next time my pups need a place to stay.”
About: I've taken care of dogs of every kind since I was 10. Neighbors, friends, and family have relied on me to walk, feed, and bathe their pets... I'm currently working from home, so I'll have plenty of time to play with your pups! I'm available for boarding on weekends, and weekdays . I have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs to keep your fur baby company. I can easily crate your dog if needed but crates must be provided
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Portsmouth is $40
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Portsmouth
Artaizia and her husband took very good care of Deuce. They made sure he was comfortable and treated like their own fur baby. They sent me pictures and videos so that I was updated on his day to day with them. I will definitely use their boarding service again and I recommend them if you want any your fur baby to be cared for and in good hands and while you’re away.
Nicholas was an absolute blessing! He accepted watching Buffy on very short notice and went above and beyond from start to finish. He made sure Buffy was well cared for by taking her on walks, giving her plenty of attention, and keeping us updated with constant texts, photos, and videos. He even put an AirTag on Buffy while we were away, which gave us even more peace of mind. This was our first time using the app, and Nicholas exceeded every expectation. We never had to worry about Buffy for a second because we knew she was in great hands. Thank you for everything, Nicholas! If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. We will definitely book with you again!
Madison loved my little man just as much as me so leaving him with her was easy. She sent photo updates while I was away which gave me more comfort seeing he settled in well with her. She followed our routine so nothing was out of the norm for him. She’s perfect! I will most definitely book with her again.
Highly recommend booking with Elexus! She is so sweet and great with dogs. She took the time to get to know our Australian shepherd through our profile before his stay which made me feel very at ease. She was extremely communicative throughout our week long trip and was very quick to respond to any questions I had. She also sent multiple pictures throughout each day! If you’re looking for a kind, professional, communicative, and active person who loves dogs, Elexus is your girl!
Brittany was amazing!! She was so communicative while I was away. She sent lots of pictures, videos, and updates so I was never worried how Winston was doing. He seemed to get plenty of exercise, even going to the dog park, and loved playing with her dogs as well. I really think Winston was spoiled on his time away! I will definitely be using Brittany again for when I go out of town.
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Ashlynn and her family. We’ve booked with her over 15 times, and that consistency alone speaks volumes about the trust and appreciation we have for the care she provides. From day one, Ashlynn has been incredibly reliable, communicative, and genuinely kind. It’s such a relief knowing Marly, our dog, is not only safe, but truly cared for and loved while we’re away. Her family creates such a warm, welcoming environment which feels more like a second home than a pet sitting service. She goes above and beyond in the little ways that matter: thoughtful updates, flexibility when plans shift, and always treating our pup like her own family. It’s rare to find someone you can trust this completely, and we feel very lucky to have found her. We wholeheartedly recommend Ashlynn to anyone looking for dependable, compassionate, and high-quality pet care.
I contacted Daisy LATE for the possible care of my Dog as a previous Sitter was not a good fit...we had a Meet/Greet on same day I contacted her which went well!! and she agreed to watch him for the weekend! She sent pictures plus she has an older dog who is chill like mine and they got along fine!! Her and her husband, Walter really cool people who care about and for your pet. very clean house, plenty of fenced in yard for my dog to 'explore'. I highly recommend Daisy, husband Walter and their 'boy' Teddy!!!!
Isaac took excellent care of our dogs, Duchess and Jojo, while we were away on a week-long cruise. His communication was great throughout our trip, and we really appreciated the frequent photo updates. We picked up our pups happy, healthy, and clearly well cared for. We would absolutely recommend Isaac to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter.
Very easy to drop them off and pick up, Brandon came to help and was super friendly and very welcoming for my chaotic kiddos. He did a phenomenal job taking good care of them while I was away. I got lots of pictures of their walks and the fun things they did this amend. I was worried because one of my boys has an anxious attachment personality due to his upbringing before I adopted him, but that wasn’t much of an issue with him due to the comfort and care that was provided. Extremely happy with the service (:
Kaitlynn went above and beyond for my dog Betty Lu. She accepted my last minute booking and was very helpful from the start. She did way more than was asked of her, I can’t express enough how thankful I am. I will be booking her again for all my future dog sitting needs!!!
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Portsmouth
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Portsmouth on Rover is $36.5 per night (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 1,009 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Portsmouth. 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.
97% of Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth.
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 Portsmouth 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 VA 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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