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“Iliana was AMAZING to my Cookies! I received pictures of him and updates while I was away and when I can go pick him up he was freshly bathed and smelled so good! Oh and his bed too! I will definitely be booking with you again! ??”



“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.”


“Manny is amazing and sent me pics of Gunnar as I was away. He was very kind and his living situation is great for dog boarding. He takes dogs on walks of 40 minutes per walk which is amazing. Thank you Manny.”


“Omar was great. Perfect experience. I knew I had a great sitter watching my dog while I was on vacation for a week. Updates with pictures and video on a daily basis. I would definitely use Omar again.”



“Glory did a great job with Riley, who can be overly excited. She sent text and pics EVERYDAY for 5 days! I did pick up and drop off and she’s was very punctual! Knowing Riley, I asked if she would sit him again and she smiled and said yes! So she definitely will be hearing from me in the NEAR future. Riley and I both needed that! See ya soon Glory!”


“Brandi was a great host for me precious dog deuce! She was very sweet and kind. She updated me frequently and sent pictures throughout Deuce’s stay. Would definitely book her again!!”


“Grace and Wu were so kind and took care of our kitten. It was our first experience with leaving our pet but quickly our minds were put at ease. Grace and I were in daily communication. She let me know how our cat was adapting and sent several pictures a day. This really was a great experience and we will definitely use them again. Thank you Grace and Wu!”


“Lucy is an amazing sitter! My 11 month old toy poodle Timmy loves staying with her. I get plenty of photos and status updates and feel really confident and safe knowing my little guy is in good hands. He’s already spent a few nights with her and I can’t wait to book more!”


“Jocelyn takes great care of hammy every time! She sends photos of him and always keeps me updated on how he is doing. She also gave him a bath for me as well which was very helpful!”


“Bailey had the best time with Sean and Aoife! They sent many updates that gave me peace of mind that Bailey was happy and well taken care of. They gave Bailey a lot of cuddles & love. He did not want to leave them!”


“Thank you Heidy for caring for my Coco. Heidy is amazing so patient and sweet. My Coco was so happy when I picked him up, playing with the other dogs. he didnt want to leave. Thank you for giving me that piece of mind. You are amazing and will definitely have Coco stay gain.”


“Our first time not leaving my terrier mix in regular boarding. Lots of space in the house and the yard for an extra 4 paws. Oliver was clearly well taken care of. Lucia and her family were very warm and open to Oliver. Thank you. We will be back!”



“This was the first time being away from our dog and Nicole did a great job at making him and my family feel at ease! She regularly kept me updated with messages and pictures and took very good care of him. Will definitely use her again!”


“Samantha is the best! She takes care of my Nala! Nala went to the beach for the first time and I was sooo happy it was with Samantha! She is so lovable and caring. She takes so many pictures and I love every single one! Thank you Samantha! We will see you soon!”


“Maria is adventurous and has been great both times our pup stayed with her. We got consistent updates on their activities. Maria has a big heart for dogs and we saw that in her care of our pup. ❤️🐕”


“Dawn was incredible with our normally anxious dog. He came home relaxed and so well taken care of. Will definitely be calling Dawn again, no doubt!!! Thank you so much!!”


“OMG Natasha is the best. She took amazing care of Sadie, and TRULY cared for her. She sent lots of updates and amazing pictures. We found our new go-to sitter.”


“Crismely was amazing. She was very pleasant and gave us daily updates to our dog's wellbeing. Our dog was able to interact with other dogs as Crismely had two beautiful dogs of her own. Glad he was able to play with them. Crismely did spoil our dog as she walked hum in a stroller (lol). Highly recommend her services to anyone that needs a dog-sitter. Shes the best”


“Exceptional Care. I Highly Recommend! I cannot say enough great things about Karla! She went above and beyond while caring for my dog, ensuring he felt loved, comfortable, and well cared for. From regular updates and photos to extra playtime and attention, it was clear Leo was in great hands. I truly appreciated her kindness, reliability, and dedication. Leo came home happy and relaxed, which speaks volumes. I will definitely be booking with Karla again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!”


“Grace & Luis were awesome hosts for our spirited youngster, who can be a bit of a handful. They were flexible and met us ahead of time to make sure the fit was good. We will absolutely be using them again!”

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1. Iliana A.



“Iliana was AMAZING to my Cookies! I received pictures of him and updates while I was away and when I can go pick him up he was freshly bathed and smelled so good! Oh and his bed too! I will definitely be booking with you again! ??”




2. Vivian L.


“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.”


3. Emmanuel M.

“Manny is amazing and sent me pics of Gunnar as I was away. He was very kind and his living situation is great for dog boarding. He takes dogs on walks of 40 minutes per walk which is amazing. Thank you Manny.”


4. Omar L.

“Omar was great. Perfect experience. I knew I had a great sitter watching my dog while I was on vacation for a week. Updates with pictures and video on a daily basis. I would definitely use Omar again.”




5. Glory F.


“Glory did a great job with Riley, who can be overly excited. She sent text and pics EVERYDAY for 5 days! I did pick up and drop off and she’s was very punctual! Knowing Riley, I asked if she would sit him again and she smiled and said yes! So she definitely will be hearing from me in the NEAR future. Riley and I both needed that! See ya soon Glory!”


6. Brandii A.

“Brandi was a great host for me precious dog deuce! She was very sweet and kind. She updated me frequently and sent pictures throughout Deuce’s stay. Would definitely book her again!!”


7. Grace & Wu G.

“Grace and Wu were so kind and took care of our kitten. It was our first experience with leaving our pet but quickly our minds were put at ease. Grace and I were in daily communication. She let me know how our cat was adapting and sent several pictures a day. This really was a great experience and we will definitely use them again. Thank you Grace and Wu!”


8. Chialing C.

“Lucy is an amazing sitter! My 11 month old toy poodle Timmy loves staying with her. I get plenty of photos and status updates and feel really confident and safe knowing my little guy is in good hands. He’s already spent a few nights with her and I can’t wait to book more!”


9. Jocelyn J.

“Jocelyn takes great care of hammy every time! She sends photos of him and always keeps me updated on how he is doing. She also gave him a bath for me as well which was very helpful!”


10. Sean & Aoife C.

“Bailey had the best time with Sean and Aoife! They sent many updates that gave me peace of mind that Bailey was happy and well taken care of. They gave Bailey a lot of cuddles & love. He did not want to leave them!”


11. Heidy F.

“Thank you Heidy for caring for my Coco. Heidy is amazing so patient and sweet. My Coco was so happy when I picked him up, playing with the other dogs. he didnt want to leave. Thank you for giving me that piece of mind. You are amazing and will definitely have Coco stay gain.”


12. Lucia L.

“Our first time not leaving my terrier mix in regular boarding. Lots of space in the house and the yard for an extra 4 paws. Oliver was clearly well taken care of. Lucia and her family were very warm and open to Oliver. Thank you. We will be back!”




13. Nicole F.

“This was the first time being away from our dog and Nicole did a great job at making him and my family feel at ease! She regularly kept me updated with messages and pictures and took very good care of him. Will definitely use her again!”


14. Samantha M.

“Samantha is the best! She takes care of my Nala! Nala went to the beach for the first time and I was sooo happy it was with Samantha! She is so lovable and caring. She takes so many pictures and I love every single one! Thank you Samantha! We will see you soon!”


15. Maria R.

“Maria is adventurous and has been great both times our pup stayed with her. We got consistent updates on their activities. Maria has a big heart for dogs and we saw that in her care of our pup. ❤️🐕”


16. Dawn B.

“Dawn was incredible with our normally anxious dog. He came home relaxed and so well taken care of. Will definitely be calling Dawn again, no doubt!!! Thank you so much!!”


17. Natasha W.

“OMG Natasha is the best. She took amazing care of Sadie, and TRULY cared for her. She sent lots of updates and amazing pictures. We found our new go-to sitter.”


18. Crismely T.

“Crismely was amazing. She was very pleasant and gave us daily updates to our dog's wellbeing. Our dog was able to interact with other dogs as Crismely had two beautiful dogs of her own. Glad he was able to play with them. Crismely did spoil our dog as she walked hum in a stroller (lol). Highly recommend her services to anyone that needs a dog-sitter. Shes the best”


19. Karla O.


“Exceptional Care. I Highly Recommend! I cannot say enough great things about Karla! She went above and beyond while caring for my dog, ensuring he felt loved, comfortable, and well cared for. From regular updates and photos to extra playtime and attention, it was clear Leo was in great hands. I truly appreciated her kindness, reliability, and dedication. Leo came home happy and relaxed, which speaks volumes. I will definitely be booking with Karla again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!”


20. Grace & Luis M.

“Grace & Luis were awesome hosts for our spirited youngster, who can be a bit of a handful. They were flexible and met us ahead of time to make sure the fit was good. We will absolutely be using them again!”
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As of Jul 2024, 11,624 sitters provided dog boarding in Riverdale. 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 Riverdale dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Riverdale 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 Riverdale.
Rover makes it easy to find Riverdale 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 11,624 dog boarding sitters in Riverdale on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Riverdale, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 92% offer medication administration, and 85% 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.
