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Cynthia W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
20 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Ruckersville, VA, 22968

Hank came home exhausted which means he had a blast. Cynthia did a great job in every Dept from communication to updates throughout the weekend. We were extremely pleased with her work.

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Bertie & Lissette A.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
98 reviews
40 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

Thanks to this sweet family for treating our doggo as apart of the their family. They took on a very last minute request from us, gave our dog the time of his life with park visits, and were constantly showing us pics. Very blessed to have found this sweet family. 10/10 recommend

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Aly B.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
20 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

I highly recommend Aly B. She quickly answered all of my questions, both before and during my dog’s stay, sent daily photos, and kept my high energy dog safe and happy. A few days after my dog’s stay, Sunshine saw Aly and was so excited to see her, confirming that Aly provided a welcoming environment for my dog during her stay. I will definitely use Aly again to care for my fur baby.

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Paula C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
189 reviews
51 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

Paula was amazing. I came in from out of town and arrived extremely late. She was very accommodating. I had no doubt that Caesar was in good hands.

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Jesse & Emily H.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22902

Jesse & Emily treated my Angel like she’s a family. Angel was greatly taken care of, even made friends with Hazel and Nola (kids). We received daily updates and pictures. We’re forever grateful for this family.

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Svitlana F.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
33 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

Svitlana was wonderful! She clearly knows and loves dogs. She was patient with settling our dog in and then went above and beyond with helping to get her energy expended. We loved seeing pictures of her happily playing. So thankful for the care!

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Heather S.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
17 years of experience
Ruckersville, VA, 22968

Our dog connected with Heather immediately! It was clear from the photos and messages that our dog was enjoying her time with Heather and extremely comfortable in her home. Heather is personable and professional, and we would book her again to care for our dog.

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Michelle M.
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Hope B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
37 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

Hope and Loretta are great hosts! My dog Trudy seemed happy as could be after the visit. Hope was so gracious when my travel plans changed last minute and I needed her to drop Trudy off at my house instead. Would book again!

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Katina M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
111 reviews
41 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Troy, VA, 22974

My dog and I had an excellent experience! I would recommend them to anyone needing a pet sitter. Communication was prompt and personalized. I felt my dog was in great hands! I will definitely be boarding him with them again next time I travel.

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Riley E.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
7 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

Riley is simply the best dog sitter you can search for. She is conscientious, organized, responsive, and she loves dogs. Her way with dogs is special; she paid attention to our dog for the week we booked, and the entire time we were away, we were at ease knowing our dog was cared for like family. It is without reservation that we give the highest rating for Riley - again, simply the best!

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Mark & Daniel T.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
8 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Palmyra, VA, 22963

Alice said she had the BEST time EVER staying with you guys! Thanks for doing such a great job at keeping her happy and us posted! Truly a FIVE star performance! :)

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Paige K.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Barboursville, VA, 22923

Paige took excellent care of my dog, Maggie, for over two weeks. She provided daily updates, photos, and videos, which gave me great peace of mind while traveling. Paige was also very helpful and flexible with scheduling, and she kindly accommodated an extension when I requested one. Maggie was treated like one of her own and had an absolute blast with Paige and her puppies. Thank you so much, Paige!

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Sitter Profile Image: Christine & Charles P.
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Christine & Charles P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22980

Our dog Lincoln loved staying at Christine’s place! She took such good care of him, and he came home very happy! We enjoyed our vacation without having to worry about our dogs comfort of safety. Thank you Christine!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michael L.
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Michael L.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
121 reviews
53 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Ruckersville, VA, 22968

Michael and Pam were excellent with our boys! They took them right in, even with their special requirements. We would definitely recommend them to care for your pups!

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James B.
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$37
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4.9 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
14 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

James was easy to work with, flexible, and quick to respond. We have used Rover in several cities and are so grateful to find a reliable sitter like James in this area. Joe is already looking forward to his next vacation!

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Jenny R.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

Jenny was brilliant - truly think we have found a gem of a place in her farm. Monty came home tuckered out and full of happiness. I think he had a great vacation! Highly recommend

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Heather & Nigel S.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
180 reviews
79 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22911

Heather and her family were fantastic for our dog! He's still got puppy energy and he got to burn plenty of it playing in their big fenced in yard with the other dogs. He was safe, loved on, and played the entire time. We also had horrible traffic coming back in town and Heather was so great. She was flexible and made she we knew that Rio would be ok even if he needed to stay another night. Heather will definitely be our go-to for future boarding's.

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Doris S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
188 reviews
63 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22901

Doris is a very caring, loving, dog sitter who encourages her charges to relax, play, and have fun! We love the fact that she sent frequent photos of our baby Sheltie! We already have made another reservation!

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Cat T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Charlottesville, VA, 22903

Our dog loved Cat! He got lots of exercise and snuggles. Her communication was great and he is a happy boy. We will book again if possible.

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Melinda F.
Sitter Profile Image: Jani & Paul R.
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Jani & Paul R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
158 reviews
38 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Crozet, VA, 22932

Jani and Paul treated Leo like he was part of the family. He received so much attention and love, I’m not sure he wanted to leave! Thank you so much for giving Leo such wonderful care.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Ruckersville is $45

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5.0 out of 5 stars

She took amazing care of our fur baby. Was very communicative with pictures and updates. Would definitely use her again.

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Jeanette W.
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Lina was SO great. She texted pictures of my dog everyday, and let me know how she was doing. I felt so great knowing my dog was having the best time while we were gone!

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Emily N.
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Paige was wonderful with our French bulldog! She responded immediately and provided continuous updates while we were away. We would definitely recommend!

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Lauren S.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Ruckersville on Rover is $44.03 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog 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 Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 250 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Ruckersville. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

93% of Ruckersville sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Ruckersville landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ruckersville home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Ruckersville.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Ruckersville sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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.

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 VA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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