Dog Boarding Rio Rancho
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“Brandi was so kind and sent me photos often while we were gone. When Puddles didn't feel well she let me know and did her best to keep my pup comfortable and happy.”
“Ashleigh and her family were great with my two dogs. It had been awhile since I boarded them and she made them feel right at home and sent pictures of them and sent updates frequently during their stay and made me feel at ease while they were in her care. My return trip was delayed and she was accommodating and flexible with the pickup time. I’ll definitely rebook with Ashleigh for future trips!”
“Shell was an amazing care taker to my puppy! She took the time to understand my puppy and gave me recommendations that have definitely helped! I could tell that my puppy missed the fun she had while she was at Shell’s!”
“Our boys had a great time during their stay! Mina and Hannah were very accommodating, friendly, and caring. We really appreciated how well they took care of our dogs. We’ll definitely consider boarding with them again!”
“My dog Capri had a great time with Melissa and was very well taken care of! Melissa is very professional and attuned to dogs and their needs. I trusted her immediately. She was very communicative and sent lots of pics. I would definitely use her services again!”
“This is our second stay with Crystal and our girls have officially fallen in love. Crystal kept open communication and sent vids showing how my girls were engaging. Our girls had a blast!”
“Kevin was awesome with Diamond! He communicated very well, answered all of my questions, and even sent me pictures and videos. He was very accommodating when my plans changed and I had to add an extra day! My dog was a very happy dog when I picked her up ?. Will definitely be booking again ! Thank you Kevin”
“Thomas and Matthew were excellent. They took such good care of my boy. They also sent me pictures while I was out of town and kept me updated. I had peace of mind the whole time.”
“Josh was very positive in our dealings and made both our dog Oreo and ourselves extremely confortable. We are looking forward to more bookings with Josh in the future.”
“Vicki was so great with our 9 year old dog! She communicated often and shared pictures which our kids loved seeing every day. She showed so much care and love for our dog who prefers her routine and her home!!”
“Marlena was such a fantastic sitter for our Pup. She has a loving home and family and welcomed our dog bob in right away. We got lots of wonderful photos and updates and our dog was hardly interested in coming home when we picked her up.”
“We had to take a 5 week trip out of town on short notice. We have two dogs, one who is quite high energy and high maintenance, and we were panicking trying to find something for them. Michael watched them and was amazing. He had the dogs on a great routine, took great care of them, and sent frequent pictures. He has a great set-up for the dogs at home, and the dogs really liked him. A+!”
“This was my first time leaving my two dogs overnight at a strangers house and I'm so glad it was with Marissa!! She both reassured the dogs, AND she also was reassuring to me - and that helped a lot. She sent me updates and photos and took really good care of my two dogs that were not at all used to staying somewhere other than my house. It felt to me like she got to know each dog personally, not just give them food and shelter for the night... I would certainly book with her again when the need arises!!”
“Benjamin was fantastic. The pups had a great time. He kept us updated was easy to work with. Highly recommend. He did a great job and James and June enjoyed their stay.”
“Jessa and Kevin took care of Milly for 11 days and I’m pretty sure Milly felt like she was on the vacation of her dreams. I got updates of her and how she’s doing everyday and Milly was well taken care of! Both Jessa and Kevin really treated Milly like she was their own and I was able to be on my trip worry-free. I will be booking with them again!”
About: 30+ years taking care of cats, dogs and farm animals. I can take care of most indoor and outdoor animals. Responsible. Honest. Respectful. Within 20 miles of 87048 Depending on your schedule and my own I am flexible with advance notice. I already care for my own animals and looking forward to meet yours I have a very calm and gentle dog myself. Overnight stays or daycare available plenty of playtime and fresh air. I provide a calm and safeenvironment
“She took a new dog with alot of unknowns on a very short notice for me and wife. She did an amazing job and my dog left happy both days and was excited to go back the second day. Im definitely going to use her again in the future.”
About: Calm, assertive energy. We’ve fostered and placed several shepherds from the animal shelter into better homes. All of our dogs that my wife wanted led us to a great pet trainer back in 2015. We went to weekly classes and learned to handle our German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois . We focus on the basics and good manners. I am retired working as System Engineering consultant part time. We spend some time in Illinois and some in New Mexico. We have freedom to interact with your pet as needed. We have fenced yard and enclosed porch with pet door. Also have separate 8 ft x 12 ft dog kennel if needed. We have various sized crates if animals need their own space.
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Rio Rancho is $40
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Rio Rancho
Brian was fantastic with our cavapoo Albie. It was his first visit/ overnight with Brian who has been very attentive and sensitive toward Albie’s security and emotional needs. I am confident Albie will gradually become comfortable with a longer term stay we have planned later this year.
Booking Moby’s first Rover experience with Savvy was amazing! I requested a meet and greet since Moby is unsure of new people, and needs to get to know them at first and I appreciated the time and attention Savvy took to let Moby get to know her and get aquatinted before his stay. Savvy was patient and very attentive to Moby’s care and needs, especially him being a rescue. She even took the time to fix his harness he had chewed through during his stay ❤️🙏🏼🐾 Thank you Savvy for your amazing care and giving Moby a great staycation!
My doggy passed on last week, and I am still very heartbroken, but I wanted to leave a review for Billy. I travel extensively for work, and over the past 3 years or more I have trusted Billy to take care of Finn. Finn was a rescue pup 13 years ago and had a tough puppyhood and was very afraid of people. He warmed up to Billy pretty quickly, and I sometimes would have to leave him with Billy for 3 weeks to sometimes over a month as I work overseas. I would get regularly updated reports and pictures, and I always felt that Finn was in good safe hands. I highly recommend Billy, he is a serious, trustworthy and reliable person to leave your pet with!
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Rio Rancho is $37 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $27 and $47 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 pet’s 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.
As of October 2026, there are 325 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Rio Rancho. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
94% of sitters in Rio Rancho can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Rio Rancho home-away-from-home, 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 Rio Rancho.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Rio Rancho 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 , 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 .
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 NM 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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