Dog Boarding in River Vale, NJ
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1. Cathy B.


“This summer we took our dog Tucker back to Cathy’s house for the second time, and he had a wonderful time. He was there for over two weeks, and while he was there Cathi kept us updated regularly with pictures and information about how he was doing. We felt 100% confident that he was in great hands which allowed us to enjoy our vacation and not worry about our past. Her house is very dog friendly and her dog is very friendly. I have no reservations about recommending Cathy as a caregiver for your dog.”




2. Gilbert H.


“Gilbert was great! My dogs had a good time. I felt comfortable leaving them in his hands and will use him again in the future. The weather was great so they enjoyed the fenced yard.”


3. Ann J.

“Ann is a wonderful pet sitter. He took care of our dog Bingo for 6 days and treated him as part of their family. I received daily updates and pictures. Bingo enjoyed his time with Ann and her daughter. Thank you for taking good care of our little fur baby ?”


4. Priscilla M.

“We couldn’t be happier leaving Piper with Priscilla. She treats Piper as her own dog. I get lots of pictures and Piper lives her best life there!”




5. Peiyi W.

“We are so happy we found Peiyi to board our dog Jackson. We were going away and we needed someone we could trust for an extended stay of 17 days. Peiyi and her husband is amazing. From the start she was very responsive to our request and to all of our questions which ensured us that Jackson will be in great hands. She is flexible with our requests of our specific pick up and drop off times. She gave updates and sent us pictures. Jackson after coming home seems happy and the same and not sad at all since we were concerned that we were away for quite some time. You can tell she’s very knowledgeable about dogs and loves dogs. We also loved the fact that she was 30 min away and her rates were affordable. This was our first time with Peiyi but definitely won’t be our last. We would definitely use her services again in the near future and would highly recommend her to anyone.”


6. Andrea B.

“Andrea was very responsible and Max had a great time with her. I'd highly recommend her for any of your dog boarding needs.”


7. Paola H.

“Paola is a great caregiver. She and her family took very good care of our very elderly dog who needs constant special care and attention due to his age and kidney disease. At this age and with frequent need to pee, it takes a lot of work to keep him clean and from having accidents and mixing his prescription food twice a day. Paola did an excellent job caring for him, washing his bedding and clothes, giving him lots of petting and love to keep him comfortable and happy while we were away for a very long 12 days. I highly recommend Paola as an excellent, experienced dog sitter and are super grateful to her and her family for the daily updates and pictures, and for giving us a peace of mind knowing that our Desi was happy and well cared for. She and her son also were so generous in giving him a bath too, so he could come home clean. Thank you, Paola.”


8. Hope L.


“Hope provided constant communication and excellent care. It was a great experience for me and my dog. Hope has an immaculate home and big fenced in yard. I would not hesitate to highly recommend Hope except I'm afraid she will be constantly booked up and I'll have to find another care giver!!”


9. Lauryn S.

“This was the first time I was boarding my almost 13 year old anxious rescue dog. I was quite nervous but Lauryn eased my mind from the meet and greet a few weeks before. It was obvious how much she cared for dogs. My Shiloh was with Lauryn for 9 nights and did so well. Lauryn sent me pictures everyday and it was clear Shiloh made himself at home and was well cared for. The 9 nights included an unexpected night due to a flight cancellation. Lauryn was flexible and gladly cared for Shiloh for another night. Lauryn's home was very nice and accommodating for dogs and she is in a safe residential town. I know Shiloh misses her already and I look forward to having Lauryn sit for Shiloh again.”




10. Tammy E.


“This was the second time we left Wynter with Tammy and her family, and she’s absolutely the best. Wynter was super excited when we droppped him off again and sure sounded like he had a blast. We’ll most certainly come back.”


11. Christina N.


“Christina and her husband, Nick, were fantastic with our Stella girl. We hired them to watch her during our wedding and also bring Stella over to the church so she could be included in portraits. They were so accommodating and good to her and us, and even provided regular updates and photos to let us know how Stella was doing. We were a little nervous about everything because Stella doesn't warm easily or quickly to strangers. But Christina and Nick did so great with her and Stella seemed very well taken care of. We already have friends asking for their info and would 100% use them again in the future.”


12. Cheryl & Elmar V.


“They took care of Korie so well. They sent photos and videos every time they walked out with Korie (2 times per day). One of the part I really appreciate is they hand fed her when Korie needs. ( Korie is not an easy dog in terms of eating (picky eater)). If you choose them as a boarding house on your vacation, you have good eyes. ❤️”


13. Ritu & Nischaya S.

“Ritu and Nischaya were incredibly communicative throughout Penny’s entire stay. They sent numerous updates and made me feel at ease. Would highly recommend them!”


14. Chulmin & Hoyjin P.

“We had a very last minute puppy sitter need and we were so grateful to have found these amazing sitters on Rover! They seem to be very experienced with dogs at varying sizes, types, ages and personalities!! Our puppy had an amazing day. She didn’t exhibit any separation anxiety. Rather, she seemed to have had too much fun and was super well taken care of. She was not really eating her kibbles before and look for more wet food or treats but now she seems to even eat better! Thank you so much Chulmin and Hoyjin for the amazing day that you presented to Judo! We will be looking for your help soon again not just to leave the dog with the sitter but because Judo seems to have so much fun with you guys and your dog :). Thank you!”


15. Monica & Kelvin G.

“Monica was wonderful! I felt very comfortable leaving our grumpy old man — aka Milo, the 10-year-old Cavalier — with her (and Kelvin and their daughter and pups) for a few days. She was personable, upbeat, a great listener, and flexible about our needs. Our Meet & Greet was great, and the photos and updates she sent while we were away showed that Milo had a great time at their home. We will definitely be back!”


16. Ben & Irene J.

“This was the second time leaving Carmine with Ben and Irene. They sent regular updates with pictures and videos of Carmine’s stay. I know he always has a good time when he is there. I will book with them again in the future!”


17. Chialing C.

“Lucy took excellent care of our 1 year-old golden doodle! She requires lots of activity which she got at the park daily. Lucy provided great daily updates including videos of their adventures and snaps of her enjoying the day at home playing with toys or just watching people go by out the window. We will definitely book again with her!”


18. Soni S.

“Soni was a wonderful sitter for our dog Caesar! She was very accommodating during the holiday break, communication was easy and took lots of pictures during his stay. We can tell he was well loved and would definitely use Soni again in the future.”


19. Jocelyn J.

“Jocelyn was a wonderful and accommodating dog sitter for Beezy. She sent regular updates including almost daily videos of her clearly spoiling him :) and general info on his habits and well-being. Beezy is a delicate old boy, so it was nice to know he was under the care of someone attentive and reactive; she made sure to respect his dietary restrictions, too. Thanks so much, Jocelyn! I'm sure you'll be seeing Beezy again soon :)”




20. Danae G.


“Dobby loved her stay with Danae! Danae was super easy to work with and provided daily updates with pics and videos. Highly recommend! Will be a repeat customer!”
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As of Apr 2025, 13,298 sitters provided dog boarding in River Vale. 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, 89% of River Vale dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in River Vale have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Vale.
Rover makes it easy to find River Vale 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 13,298 dog boarding sitters in River Vale on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In River Vale, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 86% 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.
