Pet Boarding Rockaway
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“Samantha was wonderful with Nellie! She sent updates throughout the day, gave my dog her meds and nellie settled right in! She was also very flexible with scheduling, due to an unexpected winter storm. Will 100% use Sam again to watch Nellie!”
About: I am patient and will let your dog sniff around all they want. I am caring and will ensure the path your dog is walking on is safe for their paws. And I am energetic, leaving your dog tired when they come home. I will care for your dog by keeping them on a leash and bringing water for when they get thirsty. With your cat, I will first let them sniff me and warm up to me. They’ll soon cuddle up to me. I am available most days before 9am, at lunchtime (between 12pm and 2pm) and after 5pm. For house visits, I am able to stay either all day or all night and pop during the day for mealtimes/potty breaks. While in your home, I am mindful of your space and will follow your instructions. For boarding visits, I live near a park and can take your pet out 3-4 times a day. Unfortunately while I understand everyone’s needs/customs are different, I do no accept dogs that either use an indoor doggy potty or are not house trained.
“I almost don’t want to leave a review because I don’t want this secret out - ha! It’s hard to find someone I really trust with my beloved dog, but I definitely have. Dawn is wonderful and it’s a paradise for small dogs at her house. I love that I don’t have to worry about my little 5 pound dog being trampled by large dogs. She sent me daily pictures and updates and I felt so comfortable with my dog in her care. She treats all the dogs like her own. Can’t recommend her enough!!”
“This was our first time using Rover and first time having someone watch our dog. Jonathan did a great job. Quick responses, proactively reached out with updates, and very friendly. I would definitely recommend Jonathan and will use him again.”
“I feel bad for myself when my dogs have a good time without me. - but THEY LOVE GOING TO DEB’S! An overnight and no problems, no starving themselves, no crying all night. Just a regular day only without me. How lucky am I to have access to this help for my furr babies (and for my soul)!”
“Bobbi was great. Had a piece of mind leaving my dog with her for 3 weeks. Received daily pictures and had efficient communication. She gave frequent walks and went the extra mile to make my puppy feel at home! Highly recommend!!”
“Chelsea was great! Very communicative and professional. Our dog Leo hada great time with Chelsea and her put Sundae. I highly recommend Chelsea to care for your puppy.”
“Sassy had a great stay with Dette and Trevor! She was showered with love and affection. We were kept updated with pictures, videos and emails daily. They even reached out to us and the Rover.com medical staff when she developed a cough. Sassy can’t wait to stay with the family again and I would recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional care for their dog!”
“Audrey was very accommodating of our schedule and took excellent care of Dixon! She was very responsive and provided plenty of updates. We would definitely use her again to care for my dog!”
“Sujanna is an amazing person clearly cut out for the job that she does. She took amazing care of Rebel and was very communicative with Rebel’s daily activities. She sent pictures and videos detailing day’s events and best of all, Rebel was clearly so happy with her. I will not look elsewhere if I need a sitter again. Thank you so much Sujanna.”
“I cannot thank you enough for the care you gave Bella! She was happy and so well cared for. She truly seemed to be a part of your family! The updates you provided put my mind at ease. It was comforting to know that she was not in a crate. Bella was treated like royalty and I will be forever grateful for that. You and your family are amazing and I would highly recommend you to anyone needing a safe and nurturing environment for their pet!”
“Nicolas and Renee are incredibly wonderful. They made Louie feel right at home and at ease, which is important since it’s our first time leaving him. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. They kept us updated daily with pictures and took excellent care of him. When we picked him up, he smelled great. They’re truly the best. I highly recommend their family to anyone looking for a quality, safe, and reliable place for their pet.”
“This was the first time I have used overnight pet care for my 1 1/2 year old golden, Josie. The overall experience for both Josie and myself was excellent. David was quick to respond to any questions and sent me pictures and updated several times throughout the day. I will definitely be using David again and would highly recommend him to others.”
“Paul is excellent! Dunley is a 5-year-old lab/cattle dog with high energy. Paul made sure Dunley got enough exercise, walks, and plenty of fetch. He came back happy. I will definitely use Paul again!”
“Kevin and his wife were great; able to take my 2 dogs at short notice . kept me advised how they were doing and flexible to work with my odd schedule. would recommend them to others.”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Rockaway is $60
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Rockaway
Samantha was absolutely amazing with Major! She cared for him for 5 days, and since it was his first time sleeping away from home, I was a little nervous. She was so patient, caring, and kept us updated with pictures and messages throughout his stay. She truly treated Major like her own. The best part was that Major even followed her back home when it was time to leave! I highly recommend Samantha and will definitely trust her with Major again!
June has always been very good at taking care of Duke., provided us update everyday. This time Duke had separation anxiety since he hasn't been to a lot of other care taker. She made sure he is comfortable, happy, eats and drinks well. Thank you for taking care of Duke.
Joe and his family helped us in a pinch. We are so happy to have found them! Their home, yard, family, everything really, was a perfect fit for our pup. I love that they only take one dog at a time as well. Our Clover got a lot of love and attention when she was there! Highly recommend and we hope to see them again!
Kathleen took exceptional care of Stinky whilst I was out of the country. It’s clear she is highly experienced with dogs and genuinely cares about them. I received regular updates throughout the stay, including lots of photos and videos of Stinky relaxing at home, playing in the garden with Bella and Sasha - who she really got on with - and out on walks. It was obvious Stinky was very happy and comfortable there. Thanks again for taking such great care of her - we’d definitely book again.
We left our energetic working lab with Lana for a week, and once again, she reminded us why we feel so comfortable leaving him with her. She goes to such efforts to keep him stimulated and tired out by the end of the day but also keeping him rested and safe. She always sends videos and photos, and talks about him in a way that we know he is being snuggled and well cared for. 10/10 would recommend! Thank you!
Sebastian is a wonderful pet sitter and groomer. He takes such great care of our fur babies! His love of all dogs is obvious and since he appreciates being a dog dad, he knows leaving your dog behind is hard so he thoughtfully sends daily photos and comments to us while we are away. Thank you Sebastian we’ll see you again!
Christina has taken care of our dogs several times now and always does a great job. Our dogs are always excited to arrive at her house. She sends lots of photos and gives updates often. She is very responsive to messages. Over the holidays she gives them little gifts and NYE pup cups. Originally, we chose Christina because she has experience taking care of dogs post-op and one of our dogs had a recent ACL surgery. She took great care of him. It was clear she knew what she was doing. She is also very knowledgeable about dogs in general. It’s worth mentioning that once we needed an extra night at the last minute due to a flight cancellation and she was very kind and accommodating. We highly recommend Christina.
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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Rockaway on Rover is $61.05 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 10,422 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Rockaway. About 88% of Rockaway 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 short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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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