Dog Boarding in Saint Albans

“We adopted our girl Daisy from the shelter seven months ago. My husband and I wanted to go out of town, but Daisy panicked every time we tried boarding her at a local kennel (probably too much like being at the shelter….too many dogs, noisy, etc.) Thank goodness we found Stephanie on Rover! Daisy loved staying with Stephanie and her family. We received updates and photos of Daisy daily. My husband and I were able to enjoy our vacation knowing Daisy was happy and being well cared for by a loving family. We will definitely be taking Daisy back to stay with Stephanie! ?”

Tammy B.

“Candace took awesome care of Julep on her beautiful farm property. Thanks for being so flexible on the holiday weekend and pickup time. Would highly recommend!”

Shane W.

“Brenda is so good with my puppy scout. She always gives him personal attention and make sure that he is safe and comfortable when I am away. I will continue to have scout stay with her when I am gone for this reason.”

Danielle G.

“Alexis was great with my big reactive dog! I came into town without having the opportunity to do a meet and greet and she was very laid back and accommodating about everything. I got updates and picked up a nice and tired dog!”

Morgan B.

About: I’ve always had a dog in my home. From walking them, to bathing, clipping nails, or even buying them toys every time i go out with them in the back of my mind. I will forever have a special place in my heart for a dog! I work part time at CAMC Memorial Hospital. I will only be accepting your fur baby on my days off to guarantee they are receiving the attention they deserve! I have a fur baby of my own she gets fed twice a day and taken outside more than i can count. every time she comes back in my home her paws and butt is wiped before getting on any furniture. Due to her still being young if she does have an accident she is put in her crate for the time span of me cleaning then taken back outside for reconstructive criticism.

About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life—growing up on a farm and later living in apartments. We’ve always had multiple dogs at once, and I’ve cared for a wide variety of breeds, including Yorkies, Beagles, Pit Bulls, Shepherds, Hounds, English Bulldogs, Great Danes, and more. No matter the size or breed, I have hands-on experience with them all! My brother breeds mini Labradoodles and raises them kennel-free, so all the puppies and mamas live inside the home. I’ve helped care for his dogs often—everything from newborn puppy care to managing females in heat, intact males, and keeping dogs safely separated when needed. Currently, I have a 5-month-old daughter and an XL Bully named Tadder. He’s not fixed, but he’s incredibly sweet and gentle, especially around my baby. Tadder gets along great with female dogs and smaller males. He’s crate trained, and we also have two separate areas in the house to keep him safely apart if you have a female in heat or a larger male dog. I’m a stay-at-home mom, so my daily life naturally revolves around being a caregiver. Our big dog has a routine that includes a morning, midday, and evening walk. His favorite spot is the laundry room, where he has his own couch and crate—that’s usually where he sleeps and relaxes. During the day, it’s just me, the dog, and the baby at home until around 5 or 6 PM. I’m definitely the snuggler in the house, while my fiancé takes over playtime when he gets home! When a pet is in my home, I do my best to make their stay feel as close to their home routine as possible. I think of it like caring for someone’s child—I want to respect and follow your rules to meet your pet’s specific needs. While I may not be able to fully replicate a fenced yard if you have one at home, we do have a runner for safe outdoor time and go on plenty of walks to keep them active and happy. If I’m caring for your pet in your home, I’ll follow any instructions you leave and will keep you updated regularly. Even if I’m just stopping by for a visit or a walk, I like to spend a little extra time with your pet to help ease any anxiety they might feel with someone new around.

About: I have more than a decade experience caring for pets from puppy to senior. I'm comfortable administering medication and can make accomodations for maximum comfort. My home sits on the Coal River and provides a serene setting for your pup's stay. I'm currently working part-time which allows me the availability to play with your pup and take for walks. Booking three days in advance is preferred. When I'm away, the dogs have plenty of toys for play and soft places to nap while doggy TV is on. I have a good sized fenced yard and pet friendly sunroom and family room and two friendly dogs that can play with your pup! We have a gravity water bowl and can follow any special feeding instructions. There are two cats in the home. There is a self-service dog wash in town we can use if ever needed in a muddy situation and you feel comfortable with me transporting your dog in my car.

“Our dog felt right at home with Scott. We will be back”

Tim T.

“Charlene was great! I felt comfortable leaving my new puppy with her. She sent me lots of pictures and kept me updated the whole time. Will definitely use her again !”

Kayla H.

About: I am emergency room nurse looking for something little more relaxed. I use to travel and I am looking to do pet sitting and walking as part time thing. I have four animals in my home at this time, 3 cats and 1 dog. I’m currently working part time in the emergency room. I am looking to grow in passion I have as taking care of animals. I would only be taking care of your pets on days I don’t have other obligations. As I hope this grows maybe I could increase my availability I have a fenced in yard in Saint Albans. There is outdoor cameras in my yard as long as my main living space in my home.

“She was amazing!!! She's was very sweet, kind, loving & knowledgeable about fur babies!!! We learned a lot from her as well. ❤️ And she sent us some cute pictures of our baby girl while we were on vacation. We appreciate everything & we will most definitely be booking with Alexia again!!! Thx 😊”

Tunisia B.

About: I will care for and love your dog just like it's my own! I have had dogs all my life and they are like children to me. I enjoy dogs more than I enjoy most humans. I have 3 rescued dogs of my own, including a tri-PAWd. I would love nothing more than to provide these services for your dog and I will take exceptional care of your fur baby! Whatever they need: playtime, walks, potty breaks, fed, medications, I'll take care of it all for you. I'll keep in contact with you and make sure you feel comfortable knowing your dog is happy and well taken care of. I understand how important it is to have peace of mind knowing your pup is in good hands. Contact me to set something up, your fur baby will thank you! I work full time from home so I have a lot of availability in the evenings and weekends and some during the day as well! I’d love to come and play with your dog and take them for walks. I’ll stop in to feed them and give them potty breaks as well!

“Rhonda was wonderful and took great care of our young dog Ash. We had never left him with anyone before and he really had never interacted with other dogs, especially ones bigger than himself. She was wonderful texting us updates and assuring us that he was doing well, having fun and becoming great friends with both of her dogs. She has a wonderful fenced in back yard so our boy was able to get his energy out. We will definitely be contacting her again without hesitation anytime we need a sitter or even just a playdate. Thank you again.”

Amanda W.

About: I’ve been surrounded by animals my whole life and currently have four large dogs – three of my own and one foster. I also volunteer with local animal rescues and spend many Fridays at the Dog Pound, giving all the animals love, walks, vaccinations, and sometimes even a trip to my home (I’m always joking that I’m one dog away from a divorce – but he knew what he was getting into!) Joining the Rover community lets me share my passion for caring with other pet owners. I know how hard it can be to leave your furry family members, and I’m here to provide them with the love and attention they deserve. I’ll make sure they’re happy, well cared for, and keep you updated with plenty of pictures to give you peace of mind! I’m currently staying home with my babies so I will have plenty of time to love yours! Don’t be afraid to ask about my schedule! I have a full fenced in yard. Two of my dogs are inside. One roams freely during the day with a doggy door to the outside fenced in yard. One is kenneled during the day. Both are kenneled at night. One is outside full time (unless it’s freezing cold and I have to force him inside). I also have one large kennel outside where my foster dog stays most of the time. All dogs are up to date on vaccines and receive monthly flea tick and heart guard meds. As for your home, I’m up for a meet and greet depending on what you need!

“Jill was fantastic! She was able to help us in a unique situation and kept our rescue safe healthy and happy. She was great at communicating and sent us updates while we were away. Would book her again”

Drew B.

“We will be back ! Back yard was perfect for my energetic dog ! Area in her home was perfect for our elderly dog . So nice to leave town without a worry ! Thank you Samantha!”

Susie D.

“I confidently recommend Mrs. Pat for dog sitting. Her fenced yard and attentive care were ideal for my dogs, and she diligently followed my instructions for their care.”

Annette D.

About: I have had dogs and cats since I was young. Currently I have 3 dogs and 3 cats that I take care of whenever I am home from school. I am currently a student-athlete at the University of Charleston. I am free before 11 M ,T, W, Th. Between 2-3:15 M, T, Th, F. From 6- whenever M, T, Th, F. Saturdays free all day after 10:30 am On campus there are many lawns and places for animals to walk and play. I can have daily walks and playtime. The pets routine will be followed as closely as possible. Can provide updates with photos and communication on how the pet is doing.

“Cliffton is a polite, attentive and respectful guy who did a great job pet sitting our cat in his house. He was very easy to communicate with and he kept us informed with pictures and messages. We will not hesitate to use his services again.”

TheDradge

“She was amazing with my dog. He had the best time and she kept me up to date with pictures and how was doing each day. They were even very accommodating when I was running 30 minutes late as well. I would absolutely book with her again if she is available.”

Donna-Marie C.