Pet Boarding in Rensselaer
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“Samantha and her partner were absolutely amazing. They are the best sitters I have met by far. I 10000/10 recommend. Samantha updated me throughout my dog's stay. I will definitely rebook.”
“Robin & John were fantastic. They (and their doggos) helped Patch feel right at home. He got lots of love and exercise in the yard. We would definitely leave Patch with them again.”
About: I’m a certified dog trainer with 30 years of experience and have helped thousands of dogs—from puppies to seniors. Your dog will never go home with worse manners after staying with me! Every pup gets one-on-one attention, enrichment, and plenty of daily playtime. I’m home the majority of the week, which means your dog gets lots of company, cuddles, and care! I’m happy to board your sweet pup anytime you need me. I’ve got a fully fenced yard and a goofy young playmate who loves making new dog friends! Your pup will enjoy tons of zoomies, sniffing, and social fun. At night, everyone snoozes safely in their crates—but don’t worry, I’m always on “midnight potty duty” for puppies and seniors who need a quick outing!
About: I love all sorts of toe-beans ! Have sat for friends pets many times. I am very patient with all animals and will become their bestie (even the grumpy ones). My home is your pets home for their stay whether they want to get comfortable on my bed or couch ! I currently work nights Thursday- Saturday (every other Saturday). So I will be available to take care of your pets Sunday- Wednesday and some Saturdays included. I have no pets in my apartment so your pet will be comfortable. There is an indoor dog park in the building for bad weather days when your pets don’t want to step out. Fenced in dog park available short walk down the road for when they want to have play time outside !
“We are so fortunate to have met Kyle. It is clear how much she loves dogs and goes to great lengths to be sure that they are comfortable. She sends lots of updates, pictures and videos, so the parents are put at ease as well. Our anxious pup was immediately at home, and came back happy and tired from all of the play. Thank you to our new friend Kyle for spoiling our fur baby!”
“Emmaly was wonderful with our 6 month old mini goldendoodle. She made us feel at ease weeks before the boarding, answering all of our questions, and allowing us to meet her and her dogs. Emmaly provided us with pictures and messages about Daisy’s day. She also accommodated a last minute request. I will absolutely use Emmaly’s services in the future, and would recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy in the area.”
“I cannot recommend Cong more highly. My Airedale, Phoebe, is always happy to see her! To know my dog is comfortable and happy makes leaving her a bit easier. When I pick Phoebe up, whether the stay has been multiple days or just one, my dog is relaxed and happy.”
About: I started a pet sitting business as a child when my parents wouldn’t get me a dog. I had hamsters and fish growing up. I bought my first dog Jovi in college and found my second dog on the streets of Missouri. They each lived well into their teens (Jovi was 18 when she passed). Now I am pet-less and looking to share my animal love with your fur babies. I am a registered dietitian and yoga instructor, so I know alot about health and anatomy. I familiar with giving oral and injectable medications. I work remotely for myself so my schedule is very flexible. I have a vehicle and can travel. My weekend availability varies, but I keep this profile up to date. I have a small 900 sq ft home that I have shared with many pets! I have a doggy door so they can access the fenced in yard easily. I am very active so I like taking long walks with pets if that is their preference. I live near several walking paths and parks.
“We were very happy to leave our Moo with Maggie! She was attentive and very supportive of him, especially since he is a Senior Dog. Looking forward to using her services again!”
“Amy was incredible. She sent me updates, was kind, flexible, and treated my puppy very well. Her home is in a safe neighborhood and has a great setup for pets. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Amy and her care.”
“Sunny always has a great time with Christopher and his wife. They treat him so well and they are both so accommodating if we need to change the time for drop-off/pickup. We couldn’t be more appreciative of them!”
“Christopher was incredible! Very communicative and sensitive to the needs of my dog. He is very knowledgeable on dog behaviors too! It’s was such a relief knowing my pup was in good hands :) thank you!!!”
“Mellysa was amazing with our high energy puppy. She was available even though it was a last minute booking and sent pictures and follow up throughout the stay. Our puppy had so much fun and came home exhausted from all the play. Pur puppy loved her dogs and cried when she had to leave. Highly recommend for a safe and loving sitter while you are away.”
“Albert was fantastic! Not only did he take my Ollie O as a last minute booking when a friend cancelled on me last minute, he took Ollie on when he was already booked! It was wonderful to be able to not worry while I was away on my trip! Ollie was happy & loved spending time with Albert! I will absolutely be re-booking with Albert in the future!”
“Logan was beyond awesome! He took amazing care of Mabibi and even took Mabibi on the doggy treadmill for his first time because I requested it which was so sweet of him to do. And he sent me adorable videos throughout Mabibi’s stay. ! I couldn’t be happier with Logan.”
Rensselaer pet parents share their Rover experiences
Kevinh was fantastic! He gave adequate updates on Zula and sent lots of cute pictures. Drop off and pick up was a breeze and he responds to messages quickly. He’s also very flexible if you have travel delays. I could tell that Zula was very comfortable around him. I would highly recommend.
We had the most amazing experience with Lydia as our dog sitter! Lydia was incredibly thoughtful, attentive and truly fell in love with my baby girl Stormi. My Stormi is a Belgian Mal basically a little ball of energy and Lydia embrace that completely 😁they ran 3 miles a day together! Lydia kept me updated the entire time with pictures and videos, which gave me so much peace of mind. Lydia even mentioned that she felt very safe running those 3 miles with my dog by her side , which speaks volumes about the bond and trust they built so quickly. At this point, Lydia is basically her “Auntie Lydia.” 🐾 Auntie Lydia 🐾🐾 bragged about how great my Stormi girl was, and it made my heart so happy knowing she wasn’t just being wagched but she was being loved. On top of that, Lydia’s family adored her too. It truly felt like my dog became part of their family while I was away. I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and will absolutely book with her again. Highly, highly recommend! 💛
Bryanna took care of Sunny for two weeks while we were away for our honeymoon. In that time, she gave us updates through pictures every single day which we truly appreciated. She went over the top by even teaching him a new trick, getting him Christmas gifts and working on his walking etiquette. We couldn’t be more happy to have left Sunny in such good hands!!
This was our boxer Peanut’s second time staying with Shantalee and it was again wonderful. She is attentive, sends tons of photos and drops in with notes just to let you know your pup is doing okay. She lives in a great apartment in an easy area to get to, not congested for good walks with dogs, only 5 minutes off the interstate. We drive out of our way (over an hour) when visiting family in the area just to make sure Peanut gets time with Shantalee!!
John was amazing! Super responsive, even to a last-minute/ day-of booking! He took wonderful care of our lil Roxy, and sent lots of updates and photos throughout the days, which we so appreciated :) She’s 15 years old and can sometimes be a little skiddish, but she took right to him and he made her feel right at home. He’s a great dog sitter and was very kind and caring, will definitely be booking with him again!
Emily was so fantastic with my rotti, Kenna. She is a rescue who has been with me for 5 years, but had a few homes before, and never been away from me overnight, so I was a little nervous about leaving her. Emily was very reassuring and they got along at the initial meet and greet and I could see that Emily has a very calm demeanor that is great for an anxious doggo. While I was away she sent me daily updates with lots of pictures and let me know how my girl was doing which I definitely appreciated. I would definitely recommend Emily and trust her to watch my pup in the future.
If there were more stars that I could give Vera, I would do that!❤️ I was going on vacation for four days and needed to find a boarder and this is the first time that I have ever went away. I met and chose Vera and am sooooo glad that I did. She erased any anxiety that I had and was an AWESOME pet sitter!!!! She gives daily updates with photos and videos so you can see how your fur baby is doing. I will definitely use her again in the future for anything.
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Rensselaer.
Rover makes it easy to find Rensselaer pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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.
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