Dog Boarding in Richmond
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1. Michelle T.

“My dog had an amazing time with Michelle and Milo - She liked it so much it seemed she didn’t want to leave! Seriously, Michelle took great care of my girl and made sure all of her needs were taken care of.”


2. Matt M.

“Matt went so out of his way to make our dog comfortable and happy during a really chaotic move. He is the best you can find, and we will a.ways use him — can’t give him enough stars!!”


3. Emily B.

“I couldn’t ask for a better experience from my first time using Rover. Emily did an awesome job taking care of my dog and communicating with me throughout. Thanks again Emily for making this so easy and keeping me worry free knowing my dog was being taken care of exceptionally well.”


4. Amy M.


“Amy 🐾 took really good care of my dog and she was very communicative which I did appreciate and I really am thankful she watched her over this holiday season.”


5. Jeffrey H.

“Jeffrey was fantastic with my dog! He sent me lots of updates and pictures while I was away, so I was always confident that Malcolm was being well taken care of. I also appreciated that Jeffrey was happy to take Malcolm on good walks and also cuddle with him when they were just hanging out. I highly recommend this Rover!”


6. Cindy S.

“Cindy was super responsive and treated my dog like family! He had a great time with her and I felt comfortable and confident during his stay with Cindy!”




7. Amanda E.

“Amanda was great! My pup had so much fun. So much to the point I didn’t think she wanted to leave. :) Amanda has a lot of experience with dogs because she has two rescues. I really trusted her and I wouldn’t hesitate to leave my baby with Amanda again.”


8. Blythe R.

“Fergus always comes home so happy from spending time with Blythe. We feel totally at ease every time she watches him. She truly cares about him and does what is best for him.”


9. Raye J.

“According to my dog, Raye is top tier when it comes to hospitality. He's already asked to return to her home that's full of love and tasty treats. Thanks again for taking care of Rocco.”


10. Julie W.

“During July 4th, we planned on going out of town for the weekend. We were impressed with Julie's rover profile and decided to contact her. We were able to meet up with her twice, once so that she could see our dog, and the second time so that Mozzie could check out her place. This was the first time since adopting him over a year ago that were had ever boarded him somewhere, so we were understandably nervous about it, but Julie proved to be a great sitter. She sent us status updates and pictures while we were away, so that we could know what Mozzie was up to. When we came to pick him up, she also helped us with tips and ideas on how to help Mozzie socialize with other dogs. We could definitely tell that Mozzie was in good hands. Definitely recommended!”


11. Dorothy M.

“Dorothy and Vernon took great care of our 6-month old puppy! We were out of town all afternoon/evening and they sent pics and videos of Willow having a great time in the yard and playing with toys inside. Would not hesitate to ask them to take care of Willow again.”


12. Katharine S.

“Katie was awesome with our dog Leo! He was really happy when he got there and she sent updates while we were out of town. She has the sweetest dog Louie who also seemed to enjoy the company. Will definitely use her again!”




13. Tiffany B.


“Tiffany is amazing! This was the first time I boarded my Simba. I was so nervous. However, Simba was very well taken care of. Tiffany kept me updated with texts and pictures. She was professional and caring toward not only Simba but me as well. Simba truly enjoyed his stay. I don’t think he wanted to come home! I will definitely use Tiffany’s services again. If you want a reliable, patient, caring, and professional person to care for your pet, Tiffany is your person!!!”




14. Hilary R.


“My dog had an excellent stay with Hilary! I was very happy with the care and attention my dog received and I will definitely book with Hilary again if she's available. Hilary sent the best pics of my dog and she took him to the doggy park as well. She was very careful and thorough with my care instructions and I highly appreciate this. Thanks so much!”


15. Alexandra O.

“Dewi and I have had a wonderful first experience boarding with Alex! I was out of the country for two weeks, but always could tell form the updates, photos and videos that my gentle old man was in the best of care. Especially loved seeing him get special attention on his 15th birthday! Alex has much experience with all types of dogs, and it shows. Very professional. Thank you so much!”


16. Nicole B.

“Nicole and Austyn are the best!! I needed an overnight sitter super last minute and Nicole was able to help me out! I really appreciate the flexibility and will absolutely be booking with her again :)”


17. Donetta N.

“Donetta is simply amazing. She’s my only dog sitter turned friend in the RVA. She takes care of my fur baby, Blu as if she’s her own. Blu gets excited as soon as we pull up to her home. If I could give her more than 5 stars, I would!”


18. Amy M.
“Amy was very accommodating for Birdie’s weekend stay. I received regular updates and pictures of Birdie doing her favorite things - cuddling on the couch and playing fetch in the backyard. I would definitely have Birdie stay with Amy again in the future!”


19. Danielle K.

“Highly recommend!! Danielle and her fiancé were awesome! They watched my dog for 3 nights and sent lots of pictures and communication while I was gone. It was clear Eli felt right at home with them and enjoyed his time with them and their dogs! I will definitely be using them again in the future!”


20. Lila D.


“Lila was friendly and responsive to all of our communications. She listened attentively to our dog's needs during our meet and greet and followed through during her boarding to make sure that everything went smoothly. She sent photos and text updates during the boarding, keeping us informed and showing us that our dog was doing well while we were out of town.”
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As of Mar 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Richmond 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 Richmond dog boarding rates can be found as low as €26 to as high as €53 per night.
As of Mar 2025, 769 sitters provided dog boarding in Richmond. 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, 92% of Richmond dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Richmond have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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 Richmond.
Rover makes it easy to find Richmond 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 769 dog boarding sitters in Richmond on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Richmond, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.
