Pet Boarding Richmond
Find a loving Richmond pet sitter to watch your cat or dog overnight at your sitterâs home.

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âShe was the perfect sitter! She had great communication! I loved the videos she sent! I felt so good talking to Shanisse! She made me feel so comfortable leaving my little pup there. She was great!â

âNeve was amazing with my dog! This was the first time I went out of town after moving to VA, and my first time using Rover. I am beyond satisfied! I received daily photo updates and check ins. My dog looked so happy, loved, and comfortable with Neve, and even her cats! I highly recommend Neve if you are planning a vacation. She professional, kind, and amazing with animals!â

âAbby was a wonderful sitter for my two large Dobermans. The oldest has cancer and the youngest, I admit, is a spoiled handful. Abby was knowledgeable in the handling of both. I recommend her highly.â

âLilly was a great sitter, she walked and played with our pup everyday, while also sending thoughtful updates throughout our time away. We will definitely be using her again in the future!â

âBeth is incredible! I was so nervous to use Rover for the first time with my precious Boujee, but after the first stay, Boujee was back in a week for a second stay! Beth is very attentive, always sends cute pictures, and her sweet Penelope was the perfect new friend for my Bouj! We will definitely be seeing Beth again!!â

âKailey took great care of our 4 year old lab grand-dog, " Hank." We needed last minute help with Hank and Kailey responded and was able to take him for a same day reservation. He spent two nights with Kailey and we greatly appreciate her flexibility and the care she took of him. We ill definitely use her in the future.â

âRonda was absolutely great! My pup warmed up to her immediately and I could tell by the end of her trip, Ronda was a fave! She took great care of pup and kept me up to date on her walks and behavior. My dog sometimes gets separation anxiety, but ate and enjoyed all her time. She was also super flexible with me! Highly recommend!â
âMy dog had a really lovely stay with Alexandra, she was very attentive and sent many updates! She was able to take my dog after another sitter cancelled, and I greatly appreciate thatâ


âMy goodness you cannot ask for a better pup-sitter! Shay kept me updated the whole time with photos too! She loved on my pup like she was her own. Thank you so much for taking care of Buffy while we were away! She was well taken care of and loved.â

âashley was great!! she was able to accommodate us last minute and welcomed my dog in her home like he was her own. i felt very comfortable with him staying there and knew he would be well taken care of! thank you so much!!!â

âCooper has such a great time when he stays with Cassandre and her family. He races up the sidewalk when I drop him off. He knows that he is going to get even more love and attention than we give him normally. In our house we joke that if he ever runs away we know we can find him across the neighborhood at Cassandreâs.â

âBeth was AMAZING! This was our first time getting a sitter, so we were pretty nervous for our girl, and we submitted a very last minute request. Beth went above and beyond and sent plenty of updates and pictures. Bella got plenty of outside time and cuddles. We will definitely book with Beth again. Thank you so much.â

âI always trust my little man with Paula! She treats him like one of her own and sends me pics and updates everyday. Highly recommend her to anyone seeking a loving and responsible petsitter.â

âShulamit was an absolutely amazing dog sitter! She was extremely flexible, sent me picture updates, and taught me something new to use for Mia. Your pet is in good hands with this sitter!â

About: Iâve personally have two dogs and one cat, but taken care of many more. Puppies, potty accidents, senior dogs, grouchy cats. I love them all! Looking to gain more professional experience with different animal personalities. I am a former dog foster for the Richmond SPCA and Beagles & Bentleys. My availability is mostly open during the week! For weekends, I might need request decently far an advance as I do Rover as my side job. My home has already been made pet friendly and has the space to accommodate 1-2 more pets (depending on size) as I do have two of my own. I like to get a sense of how the pet feels about his / my home to establish their level of comfortability and trust.

âOur pup LOVES going to stay with Matthew, Lucky, and their dogs!! They are always our first message whenever we are planning a trip or need someone to watch our dog, Bernie. They genuinely love the dogs they take care of, and he always comes home exhausted from getting so much outside play! Weâve been sending him to them since he was a puppy and I attribute a lot of his great social skills to being able to run free in their yard with other dogs. They also send lots of pictures and are very responsive throughout Bernieâs stay! I will rebook again and again, and HIGHLY recommend Matthew to anyone reading this review!â


âFozzie had so much fun at Sam and Troutâs house! He enjoyed going on walks with them in the museum district and playing with toys. We loved getting photos over the weekend and Sam was great at communicating pick up times. Thank you for taking care of our boy while we were out of town on such quick notice - he loves a chill and cuddly weekend :-)â

The median cost per night for pet boarding in Richmond is $45
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Richmond
Michelle was fabulous! I was nervous about leaving my precious little 7 month old dachshund puppy who I had never been away from overnight, but Michelle made sure the trauma of separation was minimal. She let Tilly sleep in the big bed with her that Iâm sure made a huge difference. She sent me pictures and updates often over the two day weekend. I would recommend her to anyone without hesitation. âĽď¸đ

Liliana was wonderful! Iâm so grateful for the care she gave Dallas. We received regular updates and pictures, and know he was happy on his vacation âşď¸. Itâs such a relief to have someone you feel comfortable leaving your pet with, and I really appreciated her. I would happily book with her again and highly recommend her!

King's stay with Matt was amazing. He had lots of four-legged friends to play with, and Matt was very communicative. I loved all the pictures! Last minute, King needed some medication, and Matt jumped right in to make sure he was taken care of and on-the-mend. I've already booked two more stays for King!

Blythe is amazing! She is very responsive and caring, while being professional and accommodating. She will always do what is in the best interest of the pet. I have used her a few times, especially for longer stays and will continue to do so! I highly recommend her.

Becky was such an amazing dog sitter for our little guy Uno. I was so lucky to book her last minute! She has a lovely home with a backyard for the dogs to enjoy the sunshine. She sent us plenty of cute pictures to keep us updated on our trip. Would 100% book with her again.

Amanda and her partner were so incredible with our anxious girl, Marcie! They made sure to carefully introduce her to the other dogs they were sitting and Amanda sent great photo/video updates for Marcieâs full stay so I never had to worry. 10/10 would definitely rebook.

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How to book pet boarding

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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in Richmond is $43 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $28 and $58 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your petâs specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 831 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Richmond. About 91% of Richmond sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether youâre planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your petâs personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while youâre away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent youâd like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
The Rover Guarantee is Roverâs 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.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
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 Justiceâs 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 dogâs vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitterâs 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. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, youâre adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Roverâs reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
















