Dog Boarding in Rapid City
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1. Corinna H.
“Corinna was great. Already rebooked for next weekend. Highly recommend!”
2. Jessica E.
“Took great care of our dog and went above and beyond helping us with an errand. Great communication! Would use again and recommend to others.”
3. Brooke M.
“Brooke was great. She provided a safe and friendly environment for Addie. We got lots of photos and videos for all four days she was boarded. I would highly recommend Brooke to anyone needing boarding in Rapid City.”
4. Mark K.
“Mark was great to work with and super fast to respond. He was very accommodating as to drop off and pick up times due to our schedule of flying from the airport. He has a beautiful property that is super dog friendly. Would definitely use him again.”
5. Talon F.
“Nice family who clearly enjoy dogs. Our dogs seemed to feel at home there and came home happy and relaxed. Overall a very good experience.”
6. Belinda D.
“Belinda was very responsive and flexible. Belinda seemed to fall in love with our doodle Magoo, which always makes you feel great! Magoo seemed to have a great time and we were happy that Belinda was available when we had to be gone.”
7. Madalyn C.
“Amazing service! Madalyn replied quickly to my messages and was kind. They were able to accommodate last minute changes I made to my plans. Highly recommended!”
8. Caroline & Alena L.
“Best place ever!! Finley truly enjoyed her stay. Caroline and Alena were very communicative sending lots of cool pics. They offer a variety of fun dog toys,puzzles and treats and lots of attention as well as making sure Finley had what she needed. Not sure she was ready to leave her doggie vaca though😁. Highly recommend Caroline and Alena.”
9. Brittany B.
“Brittany took very good care of our bernedoodle puppy while we were on vacation for a week. She kept us updated with pictures and the occasional text to let us know what he was up to. It made it feel like he was on vacation while in her care. She was very easy to coordinate with. Would definitely recommend her to friends and family.”
10. Melissa C.
“Melissa was amazing, and I'm thrilled we found her to watch our dog. She was incredibly easy to work with, she was a great communicator, and mostly importantly she took fantastic care of our dog. I will not hesitate to connect with her again next time we need a dog sitter. Highly recommended!”
11. Gianna J.
“She kept me super updated on my pup, so many cute pics and she really treated him like her own! This was my first time boarding him and he had a wonderful time and she kept him good and busy 🫶”
12. Kayla F.
“Kayla was great! We had another rover booked initially but when we showed up it wasn’t a good match. We called Kayla and she was available and a true life saver! She was responsive, sent up dates and was very nice. Her house was very clean and her dogs are SO CUTE!”
13. Ally F.
“Ally watched my pups for a couple days. During that time she sent regular pictures amd updates. They looked very happy and relaxed in her care! Definately recommend her services!”
14. Tammara P.
“So happy we chose Tammara and her family to watch my Syndi. Tammara sent pictures & updates daily. She brought my dog out on ranch chores and let her meet the animals. I am so happy that Syndi got to spend a few days with a family instead of in a cold kennel. Tammara really went above and beyond dog sitting, and I would highly recommend her to others. Thank you!”
15. Marshall F.
“Marshall is by far the best Petsitter we've ever worked with from the Rover app. Our dog had so much fun playing with his dog and Marshall sent some great pictures and has excellent communication. If you're looking for the best pet sitter on Rover and the Rapid City area, definitely go with marshall. We're so lucky to have found him and look forward to our dog buddy staying at Marshall's house in the future.”
16. Marshall B.
“Provided excellent boarding services. Sent regular photos to show my dog was comfortable and well taken care of. Highly recommend Marshall for any pet services.”
17. Candice W.
“Candice and her family were very flexible with pick up and drop off needs. We had good reassurance our pups were having fun with picture updates. Would definitely have them watch our dogs again 🙂”
18. Brandon J.
“Brandon was very accommodating, and sent lots of pictures! Lex had a great time with him and came home very tired.”
19. Kari K.
“Our dog Mody loved her stay with Kari. This was our first leaving our dog with someone else, so we really appreciated getting updates from Kari and were able to relax and have a great vacation knowing our dog was in great hands. Will definitely book with her again.”
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Dog Boarding FAQs
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As of May 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Rapid City is $35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Rapid City dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $47 per night.
As of May 2025, 34 sitters provided dog boarding in Rapid City. 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, 97% of Rapid City dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Rapid City.
Rover makes it easy to find Rapid City 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 34 dog boarding sitters in Rapid City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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.
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