Pet Boarding in Rockaway
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Top rated Rockaway pet boarders

“Shaun is our #1 preferred Rover! He and his family have taken such great care of our giant (95lb) doodle on multiple occasions for many days! He gets walks, playtime and cuddles. 10/10 recommend!”


“Amazing! Sniglet was in great hands with Kristie and her family! She received daily walks, plenty of time in the yard and lots of snuggles. The daily updates really helped while away and missing my pup. Will absolutely book again!”


“Accommodated with short notice. Encouraged a meet and greet, even came to us due to our schedule. Immediately felt at ease leaving Fletcher for the day. He looked happy in the photos sent.”


“My dogs had a wonderful time staying with Kevin and his family. The process was super simple, and Kevin sent plenty of photos of what the pups were up to while we were away. Thank you again!!”

“Cherie and her family were great hosts for our canine family member Gigi . Gigi received great care and had lots of fun with the family puppy and young son - whom Gigi now regards as one of her very best human friends (he knows how to really throw a ball).”


“Jillian and her husband were fantastic with our 5 month old puppy! I would highly recommend them to all that may be in need of a sitter for their dog. We will definitely be calling on them in the future.”


“Johanna is a fantastic person to trust for leaving your dog with. Johanna kept me posted all the time. We received photos and videos multiple times a day, I could felt that our girl Mika was very happy and having lots of fun with her. Mika really had a blast. Mika will be back 🥰”


“Michele is very responsive and also excellent with keeping us updated on how our 2 furry ones were doing. So glad we found her and our furry ones grew fond of her. We definitely recommend her to others and we will always contact her for our future stays.”



“Jonathan was wonderful! Our two golden boys were so happy with him! Lots of walks and playtime. He communicated with us often. I highly recommend him for all your fur babies! Thanks Jonathan”


“Molly and Patrick were amazing, caring, friendly sitters for my dog Monkey! They were extremely responsive and kind, and even sent some cute photos of him out on strolls looking very happy. Highly recommend.”


About: I’ve been taking care of animals since I was a kid. I’ve had two dogs, a Shih Tzu and a Staffordshire Terrier, plus a hedgehog, and currently have two chinchillas. So I’ve dealt with everything from hyper to shy to high maintenance. I get what it takes to care for different types of pets and actually enjoy doing it. Dogs have always been a constant in my life. I’m good at reading them, keeping them calm, and making sure they’re not just fed but actually happy. Whether it’s a walk, playtime, or just hanging out, I treat your pets like they’re mine. Giving you care you can count on. Pet care fits into my day like anything else; it's just part of my routine. I have two chinchillas, so every day I’m making sure they’re fed, have fresh water, and that their space is clean and comfortable. I check in on them throughout the day and give them the attention they need, whether letting them out for some time to explore or just keeping things calm. Even when I’m busy, I always make time to care for them, and it's just something I’m used to and actually enjoy doing Whether your pet is staying with me or I’m taking care of them at your place, I make sure they’re safe, comfortable, and getting the care they need. I stick strictly to whatever you tell me about feeding times, walk schedules, and routines because consistency is important, especially for animals. I’ll keep their space clean, make sure everything’s secure, and pay close attention to how they’re doing. You can count on me to treat your pet with the same care and attention I give my own.

“Dawn was absolutely fantastic! We left our dog with her for around 10 days while we were out of the country and Dawn kept us continuously informed with pictures and updates. Even though we were away for a while, we felt our dog was safe and in good hands - probably had a vacation of his own! When we got back, we could tell our dog enjoyed his stay and we will definitely look to Dawn again for future boardings. 100% recommend!!”


“LET ME TELL YOU… Kiara was such a delight and made sure our little meatball (dog) was well taken care of. She communicated often and sent photos of our dog often during his stay. She was such a pleasure and we will be using her as often as we are out of town! Thank you Kiara! And if you’re considering.. we highly recommend Kiara!”


About: I’ve been caring for dogs for over eight years and I’ve always stepped in to help friends and family when they travel. Since I was 17 now that I’m turning 32 I have been trusted sitter for multiple families building strong relationships based on reliability and care. I have experience with puppies, including basic training like potty pads sit paw and outdoor bathroom habits, as well as with senior dogs who need extra attention due to health issues. I’m also very patient with timid dogs and love helping them feel safe and comfortable over overtime. More than anything I truly love animals. When their families are away, I do my best to make them feel safe loved and right at home. I work from home and I have a very flexible schedule that I actually make my own schedule at work so I have a lot of time to make sure that if a family needs me for anything important like a walk or just a check in to make sure that the dogs have food and water I can do so. I have more than five years of experience of working with animals in their own homes in the clients homes, and I make sure that I follow every rule and every step that a client does leave for me because I want the dog to have the same routine as if their families have not left for a day or the week. If I do care for an animal at my own house, I do make sure that I still do follow the rules at the families give me and make sure that they feel loved even though they are in a new environment and it might be a little scary for them at first, but I always make sure to make them feel as comfortable as possible with that being taking them around the house, letting them smell around, making sure that they’re comfortable with my things that I have such as furniture if I’m making Food or if I’m cleaning and they don’t feel overwhelmed by noises so I always make sure that I’m watching their behavior and just following their steps.


“Hands down the best sitter my dog has been to. Raj sent me pics every day while I was away and even kept my Scottie an extra day when my flight got cancelled. Your dog is in great hands here and there are usually other dogs so they can play and keep each other company.”


“Nathalia is awesome. I wouldn’t trust my boy with just anyone, but after meeting Nathalia, seeing her love of dogs, and gorgeous home and yard, I was quickly at ease. She stayed in contact and sent pics, and my boy seemed very happy to be there. I’d recommend her to anyone, and plan on using her again for sure.”

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Shaun S.
Star Sitter


“Shaun is our #1 preferred Rover! He and his family have taken such great care of our giant (95lb) doodle on multiple occasions for many days! He gets walks, playtime and cuddles. 10/10 recommend!”


Kristie, Mark & Katie B.Star Sitter

“Amazing! Sniglet was in great hands with Kristie and her family! She received daily walks, plenty of time in the yard and lots of snuggles. The daily updates really helped while away and missing my pup. Will absolutely book again!”


Rachel H.

“Accommodated with short notice. Encouraged a meet and greet, even came to us due to our schedule. Immediately felt at ease leaving Fletcher for the day. He looked happy in the photos sent.”


Kevin S.
“My dogs had a wonderful time staying with Kevin and his family. The process was super simple, and Kevin sent plenty of photos of what the pups were up to while we were away. Thank you again!!”


Cherie S.

“Cherie and her family were great hosts for our canine family member Gigi . Gigi received great care and had lots of fun with the family puppy and young son - whom Gigi now regards as one of her very best human friends (he knows how to really throw a ball).”


Jillian V.
Star Sitter


“Jillian and her husband were fantastic with our 5 month old puppy! I would highly recommend them to all that may be in need of a sitter for their dog. We will definitely be calling on them in the future.”


Johanna G.Star Sitter

“Johanna is a fantastic person to trust for leaving your dog with. Johanna kept me posted all the time. We received photos and videos multiple times a day, I could felt that our girl Mika was very happy and having lots of fun with her. Mika really had a blast. Mika will be back 🥰”


Michele O.Star Sitter

“Michele is very responsive and also excellent with keeping us updated on how our 2 furry ones were doing. So glad we found her and our furry ones grew fond of her. We definitely recommend her to others and we will always contact her for our future stays.”




Jonathan R.
Star Sitter


“Jonathan was wonderful! Our two golden boys were so happy with him! Lots of walks and playtime. He communicated with us often. I highly recommend him for all your fur babies! Thanks Jonathan”


Molly & Patrick S.


“Molly and Patrick were amazing, caring, friendly sitters for my dog Monkey! They were extremely responsive and kind, and even sent some cute photos of him out on strolls looking very happy. Highly recommend.”


Trista V.

“Trista was great, very friendly and kind. I received several updates about how Cartman was doing throughout his stay. I will rebook with Trista going forward without a doubt!”


Charles D.

“Charlie cared for my German shepherd dog while I was away on vacation. He was amazing with her and she always got excited to see him. He always made sure she was fed & hydrated, cleaned up after her, and took her on walks. I definitely recommend him if you are seeking a reliable and responsible pet caregiver.”


Dawn S.


“Dawn was absolutely fantastic! We left our dog with her for around 10 days while we were out of the country and Dawn kept us continuously informed with pictures and updates. Even though we were away for a while, we felt our dog was safe and in good hands - probably had a vacation of his own! When we got back, we could tell our dog enjoyed his stay and we will definitely look to Dawn again for future boardings. 100% recommend!!”




Mikayla M.

“Mikayla watched our puppy for a week and sent us updates, photos and videos! Would highly recommend her and would leave our puppy with her again!”


Audrey R.Star Sitter

“Audrey was fantastic. Lots of pictures, easy communication and she did a great job. Will happily be reaching out to Audrey again to watch our boys.”


Kiara A.

“LET ME TELL YOU… Kiara was such a delight and made sure our little meatball (dog) was well taken care of. She communicated often and sent photos of our dog often during his stay. She was such a pleasure and we will be using her as often as we are out of town! Thank you Kiara! And if you’re considering.. we highly recommend Kiara!”


Marisol C.

“My dog was right at home with Marisol and her family. I loved the pictures and updates. Would definitely recommend and use again. Thanks Marisol!!”


Daniela R.
About: I’ve been caring for dogs for over eight years and I’ve always stepped in to help friends and family when they travel. Since I was 17 now that I’m turning 32 I have been trusted sitter for multiple families building strong relationships based on reliability and care. I have experience with puppies, including basic training like potty pads sit paw and outdoor bathroom habits, as well as with senior dogs who need extra attention due to health issues. I’m also very patient with timid dogs and love helping them feel safe and comfortable over overtime. More than anything I truly love animals. When their families are away, I do my best to make them feel safe loved and right at home. I work from home and I have a very flexible schedule that I actually make my own schedule at work so I have a lot of time to make sure that if a family needs me for anything important like a walk or just a check in to make sure that the dogs have food and water I can do so. I have more than five years of experience of working with animals in their own homes in the clients homes, and I make sure that I follow every rule and every step that a client does leave for me because I want the dog to have the same routine as if their families have not left for a day or the week. If I do care for an animal at my own house, I do make sure that I still do follow the rules at the families give me and make sure that they feel loved even though they are in a new environment and it might be a little scary for them at first, but I always make sure to make them feel as comfortable as possible with that being taking them around the house, letting them smell around, making sure that they’re comfortable with my things that I have such as furniture if I’m making Food or if I’m cleaning and they don’t feel overwhelmed by noises so I always make sure that I’m watching their behavior and just following their steps.




Raj N.


“Hands down the best sitter my dog has been to. Raj sent me pics every day while I was away and even kept my Scottie an extra day when my flight got cancelled. Your dog is in great hands here and there are usually other dogs so they can play and keep each other company.”


Nathalia B.

“Nathalia is awesome. I wouldn’t trust my boy with just anyone, but after meeting Nathalia, seeing her love of dogs, and gorgeous home and yard, I was quickly at ease. She stayed in contact and sent pics, and my boy seemed very happy to be there. I’d recommend her to anyone, and plan on using her again for sure.”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Rockaway.
Rover makes it easy to find Rockaway pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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 pet 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 pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
