Dog Boarding in River Ridge, IN
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“We are so happy to have found Nick! He was quick to respond to our request on short notice and even worked in a quick Meet and Greet at his house. He was easy to communicate with and checked in the first couple of days to let us know how Beau was settling in. He sent a few pics of Beau relaxing and playing. He was flexible with our pick up time since we had an evening flight. We really appreciated him taking care our our pup! Highly recommend and will be booking again.”
“Our dog has bad anxiety and can be a little high maintenance. They were patient, polite, and understanding and we appreciate everything they did to keep her safe for a week! We would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a pet sitter! 10/10!”
“Grace was extremely professionally and came with the experience/background to give us peace of mind leaving our pupper to stay with her. She would respond promptly to any messages and would send photos/videos. She also has several other dogs and cats which worked to help better socialize our dog as well. All of these factors make it easy to recommend her to anyone, and we’ll definitely be using her again in the future!”
“Kaitlyn, did great with the pups, while I was away! Ava & Ace are probably the two most hyper Yorkies I've ever had. They are also very early risers and I am so grateful that Kaitlyn was able to accommodate their schedule. She sent daily pictures or videos, which I really appreciated. I can tell they got lots of love at Kaitlyn's place. I plan to book with Kaitlyn again next time. Definitely recommend booking her to care for your fur babies!”
“Jared and Waverly were great with my dachshund! It was our first experience with Rover and I was a little nervous about my dogs anxiety but it went really well! He seemed to really enjoy his stay and it was nice to get picture updates of him. I definitely recommend them!”
“We had the best experience! Our dog was well loved and got loads of playtime and care while we were traveling. He was great about photos and videos, which helped ease missing her. Stefan was friendly, personable, professional, and reliable. We’ll book with him again, no doubt.”
“Kayla took great care of Leroy! She was very professional and organized and met us at the front door for drop off and pick up. She told us Leroy and her dog played a lot together! She sent us 2 updates with pictures during our time away which was great. Leroy came home relaxed and tired! Thanks Kayla!”
“we are so glad we found Beth M! our dog Tuko loves her and so do we. great person, excellent communicator! Beth takes your pet into her home with her own and her family. we have not enough words to recommend Mrs. Beth M. Great sitter.”
“Shelby has a love for dogs where you need not worry about your fur-baby in her care. She opened her home and her heart to our little dog. The pictures she sent during our away time, let us know that JoJo was content and happy. Administering his medication was no problem for Shelby. As an added bonus, she had washed his bowls and laundered his blanket and packed ready for pickup. We sincerely recommend Shelby’s home for your dog’s vacation while you are away!”
“Wonderful family who took great care of our dog! We would definitely use them again. They took time beforehand to make sure they knew what he would need and sent a photo and update each day. The boys were so excited to help take care of him. We could tell that our dog had been very happy and comfortable in their home when we picked him up.”
“Anna was 10/10 the best pet sitter we have had. Anna was very professional, accommodating and provided the best care for my Wizzy boy. She provided numerous updates along with pictures which was comforting and reassuring. So grateful to Anna and her family for welcoming Wizzy and giving him all the love! We will 100% be booking with her again in the future.”
“Stephanie was amazing. Goose has a great time and can’t wait to come back in a couple weeks. She was so flexible and was able to accommodate anything. Truly a great person and sitter ! Tonks is also a sweetheart and put up with my goofball in the best way. Dare I say they are best friends :)”
“Carla is great with Jasmine she keeps me updated with plenty of pictures. Every time I need a sitter I contact Carla. I would recommend Carla for anyone that needs a great sitter.”
“Dewey loved his stay with Elizabeth and Phillip. I am so thankful for the positive experience and prompt communication. I highly recommend their services.”
“Ebony was wonderful with my big guy. It was his first time having a sleepover with a sitter and I am beyond grateful for her patience with him. As well as with me and I would recommend her every time.”
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Nick W.
“We are so happy to have found Nick! He was quick to respond to our request on short notice and even worked in a quick Meet and Greet at his house. He was easy to communicate with and checked in the first couple of days to let us know how Beau was settling in. He sent a few pics of Beau relaxing and playing. He was flexible with our pick up time since we had an evening flight. We really appreciated him taking care our our pup! Highly recommend and will be booking again.”
Josh V.
“Our little girl seems to have done fine after a multi day stay with Josh. He really loves the dogs he watches and they love him back. We will be using him again in the future.”
Stephen & Angela N.Star Sitter
“Our dog has bad anxiety and can be a little high maintenance. They were patient, polite, and understanding and we appreciate everything they did to keep her safe for a week! We would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a pet sitter! 10/10!”
Grace K.
“Grace was extremely professionally and came with the experience/background to give us peace of mind leaving our pupper to stay with her. She would respond promptly to any messages and would send photos/videos. She also has several other dogs and cats which worked to help better socialize our dog as well. All of these factors make it easy to recommend her to anyone, and we’ll definitely be using her again in the future!”
Kaitlyn E.Star Sitter
“Kaitlyn, did great with the pups, while I was away! Ava & Ace are probably the two most hyper Yorkies I've ever had. They are also very early risers and I am so grateful that Kaitlyn was able to accommodate their schedule. She sent daily pictures or videos, which I really appreciated. I can tell they got lots of love at Kaitlyn's place. I plan to book with Kaitlyn again next time. Definitely recommend booking her to care for your fur babies!”
Sarah T.
“Wonderful experience. She kept us up to date on our girl. Got lots of pictures and very friendly. Will def use her again for our next trip!! Mabel loved her house, pets and kids.”
Jared & Waverly J.Star Sitter
“Jared and Waverly were great with my dachshund! It was our first experience with Rover and I was a little nervous about my dogs anxiety but it went really well! He seemed to really enjoy his stay and it was nice to get picture updates of him. I definitely recommend them!”
Stefan G.Star Sitter
“We had the best experience! Our dog was well loved and got loads of playtime and care while we were traveling. He was great about photos and videos, which helped ease missing her. Stefan was friendly, personable, professional, and reliable. We’ll book with him again, no doubt.”
Kayla S.
“Kayla took great care of Leroy! She was very professional and organized and met us at the front door for drop off and pick up. She told us Leroy and her dog played a lot together! She sent us 2 updates with pictures during our time away which was great. Leroy came home relaxed and tired! Thanks Kayla!”
Beth M.Star Sitter
“we are so glad we found Beth M! our dog Tuko loves her and so do we. great person, excellent communicator! Beth takes your pet into her home with her own and her family. we have not enough words to recommend Mrs. Beth M. Great sitter.”
Shelby B.
“Shelby has a love for dogs where you need not worry about your fur-baby in her care. She opened her home and her heart to our little dog. The pictures she sent during our away time, let us know that JoJo was content and happy. Administering his medication was no problem for Shelby. As an added bonus, she had washed his bowls and laundered his blanket and packed ready for pickup. We sincerely recommend Shelby’s home for your dog’s vacation while you are away!”
Alycia W.Star Sitter
“We love Alycia!!! She makes our puppy Winston feel at ease, and she sends multiple updates with pictures and videos included. Couldn’t recommend her more!”
Allison & Ryan F.
“Wonderful family who took great care of our dog! We would definitely use them again. They took time beforehand to make sure they knew what he would need and sent a photo and update each day. The boys were so excited to help take care of him. We could tell that our dog had been very happy and comfortable in their home when we picked him up.”
Anna B.
“Anna was 10/10 the best pet sitter we have had. Anna was very professional, accommodating and provided the best care for my Wizzy boy. She provided numerous updates along with pictures which was comforting and reassuring. So grateful to Anna and her family for welcoming Wizzy and giving him all the love! We will 100% be booking with her again in the future.”
Stephanie P.Star Sitter
“Stephanie was amazing. Goose has a great time and can’t wait to come back in a couple weeks. She was so flexible and was able to accommodate anything. Truly a great person and sitter ! Tonks is also a sweetheart and put up with my goofball in the best way. Dare I say they are best friends :)”
Carla F.Star Sitter
“Carla is great with Jasmine she keeps me updated with plenty of pictures. Every time I need a sitter I contact Carla. I would recommend Carla for anyone that needs a great sitter.”
Elizabeth & Phillip J.Star Sitter
“Dewey loved his stay with Elizabeth and Phillip. I am so thankful for the positive experience and prompt communication. I highly recommend their services.”
Lori G.Star Sitter
“Jill had another great experience with Lori and Archie!! She took really great care of her and got all her energy out each day! Definitely will keep coming back!”
Sharon D.Star Sitter
“So glad I went off reviews - everything amazing written about this lady and her kindness/patience is 100% true. She's a gem, and I'll definitely book again.”
Ebony C.
“Ebony was wonderful with my big guy. It was his first time having a sleepover with a sitter and I am beyond grateful for her patience with him. As well as with me and I would recommend her every time.”
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As of Aug 2025, 441 sitters provided dog boarding in River Ridge. 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, 91% of River Ridge dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in River Ridge have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 River Ridge.
Rover makes it easy to find River Ridge 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 441 dog boarding sitters in River Ridge on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In River Ridge, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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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