Dog Boarding in Roxbury, Boston
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1. Tyler S.

“Tyler was such a wonderful sitter. He provided timely updates and accommodated my drop-off and pick-up times. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a reliable sitter.”


2. Alexandra & Kayomars B.

“Alexandra and Kayi are a lovely couple and great sitters. They were really easy to communicate with and we're flexible with my schedule. I received consistent daily updates with photos from them and from what I can tell, my pup Sesame loved hanging out with them as well. Will definitely be booking with them again when possible!”


3. Nalix T.



“Nalix was great with my boy Bentley, very understanding and a true dog person. I was provided pics, which I always appreciate and was glad to see my boy looked happy. My dog is a senior and Nalix was very patient and kind with him, I felt very assured while I was away for a couple of days.”


4. Alan & Ying C.


“Alan and Ying took care of our dog like their own. From drop off to pickup everything was smooth and easy to communicate. We were updated daily with messages, photos and videos. We cannot be more then happy and will definitely leave our dog with them again.”


5. Dana R.

“Dana was great and took the dogs out to the park and in the back yard to release their energy. He was able to give medications and provided video updates of the dogs looking very happy”


6. Rachel S.

“Rachel took such good care of our dog Jax and provided plenty of updates and photographs. We will definitely ask her to watch Jax again and would highly recommend!”


7. Rebecca Y.

“Rebecca provided the sweetest, most consistent updates while watching our dog Jib! She gave all of the exercise, attention, and love that we give her and we could not ask for a better sitter.”


8. Adriana P.


“I highly recommend Adriana for dog sitting/boarding! Adriana was proactive about understanding our dog's schedule and needs (as he is prone to seizures) and provided regular updates throughout our dog's stay with her. We really appreciated all of the photos she shared so that we could be reassured that he was comfortable and well taken care of. She was very responsive before the booking and throughout. We would love to have our dog stay with Adriana again in the future!”


9. Steven R.

“We have a beloved rescue that struggles with anxiety. Steven had a really calm presence and seemed to really have a knack with dogs. Thanks Steven- you made the family gauntlet of events we had- way less stressful.”


10. Alyson B.


“Luna really had a great week with Alyson! I highly recommend her. She sent is daily updates. She took special care of our cat. The transition back home has been amazing. Hoping she will be our cat sitter forever!”


11. Winn C.

“We had a great experience with Winn when he watched our dog, Sirius. He was really communicative and on top of everything, from the meet and greet to updates to drop-off/pick-up. He asked all the right questions to understand Sirius's needs and what would make Sirius feel most at home, and we felt really comfortable leaving Sirius with him. Sirius seemed to enjoy his time as well - we would definitely recommend Winn to others needing a dog sitter!”


12. Victoria B.


“Victoria was great with Bruno while I was on vacation. She updated me with pictures daily. It looked like they had a lot of fun together! Bruno seemed very content afterwards!”


13. Laura S.

“We are so lucky we found Laura! She was wonderful with Biscuit. She was flexible, communicative, helpful, and great with our pup! We would absolutely recommend her to anyone.”


14. Vicky W.

“Vicky was responsible, easy to communicate with, and took great care of Koo! Will definitely ask again, and highly recommended!”


15. Jo & Adam C.

“Jo and Adam took great care of my 2.5 year old cavapoo. Sent photos each day with updates and I felt like she was in good hands while I was out of town for 3 nights.”


16. Scarlett L.

“Scarlett took such a great care of Genie while I’m away!! Super responsive and lots of daily updates with cute photos. Genie had a great time! Thank you, Scarlett :). Will definitely come back again if there’s future needs.”


17. Jodi T.

“Jodi was great in helping us with Stewie! Her home was warming, she sent photos every day, and Stewie looked like he enjoyed his time! Thank you, Jodi!!”


18. Zwany & Leandro C.


“Russell had a marvelous time with Zwany and Leandro. They were very communicative and provided a loving home for our pup while we were away. We will be repeat customers for sure!”


19. Princess & Maximillian S.

“Princess and Max are superb - they sent pictures everyday and update us on our girl’ potty and eating every single day! It makes our away time so much more enjoyable with mind at ease!”


20. Anh H.
“Anh is an amazing pet caregiver. She has helped me out countless time caring for my 3 year old cocker spaniel, Toby. She always goes for very long walks for SEVERAL miles to tire out my dog. My Toby absolutely loves when she takes him on walks, and Anh always ensures her pets get thorough exercise. I would highly recommend Anh!! She will take care of your pets as if they are her own.”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Roxbury on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $60 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 3,293 sitters provided dog boarding in Roxbury. 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 Roxbury dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Roxbury have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Roxbury.
Rover makes it easy to find Roxbury 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 3,293 dog boarding sitters in Roxbury on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Roxbury, 91% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 87% 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.
