Pet Boarding River Vale
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“IIiana is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Our July was so at peace and happy. She sends pictures and updates throughout the days. She had July for 4 days and we're so appreciative of her loving care. She's our permanent sitter now. Whenever July needs a vacation she will go with her AUNTIE IIIANA! THANKS AGAIN TO YOU AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. MANY BLESSINGS. 🙏🏽🙌🏽💯❤️”
About: I've had pets for as long as I can remember: Hamster, Chinchillas, Ferrets, a cat & dogs and of course fish of all kinds. I've had my 2 rescues for almost 11 years. They are my children & are well taken care of! I am a full time teacher & work Monday-Friday from 8-3 so dog walking, ,my 2nd love will have to be on the weekends or after work. I'm really easy, kind of go with the flow & will do anything to help you with your pet! I currently work Monday-Friday from 8-3! Weekends, summer and after work are best & of course if i have a day off, I'd be happy to help you! I have a fenced in big backyard! My pets can sleep with me and are allowed on the furniture! I will love them like they are my own!
“Thanks Ankita...They were attentive, reliable, and clearly cared for my dog like their own. I felt completely at ease knowing my dog was happy, safe, and well taken care of.”
“It was Louie’s first time with Barbara. He was there one week and everything went well. I felt comfortable leaving him with Barbara and her family. They sent me pictures and updated me. I would definitely use her again in the future.”
“Amarys was amazing with my dog, Diamond! She took such great care of her, played with her, took her on lots of walks, and kept me updated throughout the stay with plenty of photos. It was so reassuring to see how happy and comfortable Diamond was. You can tell she genuinely cares about the dogs she watches, and Diamond absolutely loved her. I felt completely at ease knowing she was in such good hands. We’ll definitely be booking with Amarys again, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter!”
“My first impression of Vivian and her husband was very positive and their hospitality even more so. I highly recommend Vivian to board/pet sit your precious best friends. She is very attentive and texted me everyday about my cat and sent me photos of her.”
“Mariana was so communicative and took such great care of my dog. Agnes clearly enjoyed her time with Mariana. Thank you so much. I will definitely contact you, again.”
“Rene always takes great care of Cory. She noticed that he was itchy and has some skin irritation so asked if he could have some Benadryl, and always sends pics and videos of him playing and having a great time.”
“Cindy was such a sweetheart in working with me on short notice with my two puppies. I know they are a handful but she was attentive to him, especially her sons. I know they loved it and the back porch, as we were leaving one of my pups gave a hug goodbye. I love having my pups back, I can tell they missed me and they’re home.”
“Jessica and her husband were clearly so patient and understanding about sitting for a senior dog. Salto came back happy and excited! They sent regular photos and updates. I would absolutely have Salto stay with them again if we are in the area.”
“From the time I dropped my dog off,to when I picked him up and even after Keisy has been a total sweetheart….From sending pictures of him playing around, she even went above and beyond as to showering him and washing his blanket. In which no dog sitter as done before.It’s the small details that count and truly makes me want to use her again in the future hands down…”
“Tania was wonderful with Lola! This was my first time using a pet sitter, so I was nervous, but her daily photos and updates really put me at ease. She made the whole experience smooth and helped me enjoy my trip knowing Lola was in good hands. I’d definitely book with her again!”
“Brittny is great! Digby felt right at home and he loved playing with her kids and their dog Benji for hours and hours in their huge yard! She sent great happy photos over the weekend, and is easy to work with around pick up and drop off. We are so happy we found this loving family.”
“Xunze was the best! She took such good care of my kitten and was extremely detailed oriented letting me know how she ate and pooped and acted. She was also super flexible and responsive and helped me navigate using this app. Would highly recommend and would definitely book her again. Thank you Xunze!”
“Chester, the big black Lab, had a great time at Anna's. He got along really well with Anna's dog. Anna has a nice fenced in yard for playtime and a perfect gated area for indoor time. Anna and her family took great care of Chester with daily walks and activity. Chester spent 5 nights with Anna and her family, and we hope he'll be welcomed back in future!”
“Ritu and Nischaya were absolutely wonderful with our dog Bella. TheY were so attentive and she absolutely fell in love with their dog as well. I felt so happy when I was away for I knew she was being wonderfully taken care of by the entire family. Nischaya even spent time training Bella to sit and go to her place. She is still a bit of a puppy so this was so helpful to us all. I will definitely have them watch Bella again. Amy”
“Ryan is the best! We’ve trusted Ryan with Boots many times now and it’s clear when we come back just how much Boots loves him. Such a thoughtful and attentive guy.”
“Anna was absolutely amazing with our husky during the two weeks we were out of the country. We have traveled quite a bit over the years, so Whale has stayed with a number of different Rover sitters and families, and I can genuinely say that Anna was probably the best person we have ever boarded her with. From the very beginning, it was obvious how much Anna truly loves dogs and how much she cared about making Whale happy and comfortable. She went above and beyond in so many ways — she bought Whale toys, took her on trips to Petco, and made sure she was getting plenty of attention, activity, and love. What I appreciated most was the communication. Every single day, Anna sent us pictures, videos, and thoughtful, detailed messages telling us what they had been doing and how Whale was doing. Being out of the country for two weeks, that kind of communication gave us so much peace of mind. We never once had to wonder whether Whale was okay or whether she was being well cared for. Whale very clearly became part of Anna’s family while she was there, rather than simply being a dog she was boarding. You can tell that Anna genuinely enjoys spending time with the dogs in her care, and that makes such a huge difference. We could not have asked for a better experience. Anna is incredibly caring, attentive, communicative, and trustworthy, and we would leave Whale with her again without hesitation. If you are looking for someone who will genuinely love and care for your dog while you are away, I cannot recommend Anna highly enough. Truly an exceptional Rover sitter!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in River Vale is $60
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - River Vale
Eve and Tony went above and beyond when caring for my dog for 10 days while I traveled internationally. From solo-walks and ball play, to specialized feeding and sleeping arrangements, they took extra time and effort to care for my dog the way I do at home. I could tell immediately from his body language in the photos/videos they provided daily that he was having a fantastic time, doing all of his favorite things and more. They gifted me peace of mind while I made memories abroad, and for that I am eternally grateful. Eve and Tony are wonderful dog-people, and they are also professional and reliable service providers. All communications were swift and effective, and they were flexible in scheduling, too. They have a lovely home and yard in a beautiful neighborhood. I would recommend their services to anyone and hope to use them again. Thank you so much, Eve, Tony, Dallas, and Bonesy!!!
Aeli is simply amazing!! She was so caring and kind with our Tilly. She was constantly communicating and sending pictures which helped put our mind at ease since it was her first time away from us. We plan on having her stay woth Aeil again in the future, Tilly loved staykng with her and the family and made many new friends!
Mike is amazing. I needed to board my 10 1/2 year old beagle , Kobe on short notice. Within minutes , Mike responded to my request and he was flexible in his schedule . Throughout Kobe’s stay, I received numerous updates from Mike showing how well my fur baby was doing. I was fully at ease knowing my dog was in great hands. Mike is not only friendly but highly knowledgeable when it comes to caring for your pet. He took the time to fully understand my dog’s needs and temperament which in turn, helped Kobe to acclimate well to a different environment. I know I will always rely on Mike to care for Kobe.
We were very nervous about leaving our 3 year old mini-Golden, Cane, for the first time ever for such an extended period of time, however, Matt and Christianna made us feel very comfortable when we met them. While on vacation we received numerous photos and for a while we wondered if Cane would want to come home. It was obvious that he was having a great time and was being treated like he was a member of their family. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants their dog to be loved and cared for while you are away.
Lee was absolutely wonderful with Abby! She was so attentive, caring, and responsive throughout her stay. I really appreciated all the pictures and videos she sent me every day—it gave me so much peace of mind knowing Abby was happy and well cared for. Lee made sure Abby ate well, got plenty of walks, and received lots of love and attention. It was also such a great plus that Abby got along so well with her two Goldendoodles. Seeing how happy and comfortable Abby was with them made me feel so reassured. I’m truly so happy with the care Abby received. Lee is kind, trustworthy, and clearly loves dogs. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will treat their dog like family. Thank you so much, Lee, for taking such great care of my girl! ❤️🐾
Brittany and her family were absolutely wonderful with Cooper. From the updates she shared to the care and attention they gave him, we could tell he was genuinely loved and treated like part of their family. Honestly, I think Cooper was a little sad to leave them! It gave us such peace of mind knowing he was being cared for and loved just as he would be at home with us. Brittany truly became an extension of our family, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We’re so grateful and would absolutely trust her with Cooper again. Thank you, Brittany and family!
I booked Hope to board Walter at her home overnight when I had a wedding to attend! We did a meet and greet before the overnight visit and Hope showed me where Walter would sleep and spend the day! It was reassuring to know she had a gate to keep Walter and his puppy antics contained. During the actual stay she sent many cute pictures of Walter enjoying his stay. She also cleaned his eyes for me and gave me some grooming tips for him! He came home looking even better than when I dropped him off!! I would definitely book with her again! :)
Camila is an amazing dog sitter. She has a friendly personality and her husband is just as awesome. They cared and took care of my American bully of 5 years which he warmed up to them wonderfully. Camila always sent picture updates of my dog, which was great to have a good price of mind. I would definitely recommend her services again!
Meredith did a great job taking care of my senior dog. She has senior dogs herself so she was very understanding. She also gave me good feedback. She communicates very well and responds quickly. She has a nice fenced in yard. My dog got along well with Meredith and her dogs. I think she had such a good time that she didn't want to come home! Thanks Meredith!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in River Vale is $75 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $56 and $84 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.
There are 14,279 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in River Vale. About 88% of River Vale sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re 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 pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d 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 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 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 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.
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 NJ 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, you’re 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, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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