Dog Boarding in Saint Donatus, IA
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“Finn really enjoyed his stay with Taylor. I appreciated all the photos she sent - it made my time away from my puppy a little easier. I definitely recommend Taylor to take care of your furry friends. Will board with her again.”
“Riley was very patient with our puppy who is still really nervous about new situations. Had a nice yard for Blue tomorrow run and stretch. Very prompt with communication and knowledgeable about dogs. Would definitely use again.”
“JoAnna and her family are so welcoming and love dogs as much as we do. We enjoyed the daily picture updates of our Lance having a great time! Thanks so much for taking such great care of our fur baby! -Wendy & family”
“Mya was very friend when I first reached out to her. She came to our home to meet our dog prior to any booking. Last week our dog had his first stay with Mya and I'm very happy to say he was well cared for and very much enjoyed his stay. We plan to use Mya for many future boarding plans.”
“Lottie took such great care of our pup Josie and we are so so grateful! She was so sweet, had amazing communication, was so accommodating and we’d absolutely recommend her to anyone!!”
“Ruth is amazing. Her house could not possibly be more dog friendly. Her communication was not overbearing, but she let me know Yanqui was in good hands. If I ever need to board Yanqui again Ruth will be my first choice. Ruth should also be yours.”
“Melanie is wonderful to work with! She took great care of our senior dog and was flexible with our changing plans. We trusted her in our home and would absolutely work with her again!”
“Jacqueline was amazing! From making me feel welcomed right from the first message to going above and beyond with communication, photos, updates and flexibity. 11/10 would recommend, if you care about your furry friend, with Jacqueline you can rest assured they are in safe hands :)”
“Cassie was absolutely wonderful with our dog. Our daughter loved her picture and video updates while we were on vacation. Cassie's dog Goose was also great with our dog! I wouldn't hesitate to leave our dog with her again!”
“Tammy's services for our 2 pups brought me the most peace of mind I've ever felt while on vacation! We are so grateful that she and her family provided fun, comfort, and safety for our dogs. We loved that our dogs were able to play outside and play with Tammy's dog Ranger, who is a very good host as well. : ) I appreciated the updates while we were away, and I have 100% confidence that we will use Tammy's services again. It's truly SO NICE to alleviate all worries that come with dropping off your dogs for pet sitting; thank you Tammy and family!”
“Kylie's an awesome dog caretaker. She kept us updated on how our Lulah has been doing. We highly recommend Kylie if anyone ever needs someone who knows about it all! Thanks again!”
About: I've had dogs in my life since I was young. The newest member of our family, Reeses, makes me smile every day and we're learning from each other so much, she just warms my heart. When I was a senior in H.S. I worked with a professional trainer, training German Shepherds. It was during this time I learned that I've got a great commanding voice that dogs want to listen to. In college I was the president of the animal rights club, and worked with animal shelters in the area. Next year I plan on taking some official training classes and starting my own dog training / sitting business. Until then I'd love to make some new furry friends and their people too. I work from home, so I'm able to take frequent breaks and spend time with our four legged friends. I start the morning off with a walk, spend lunch working on some training or going for a ride, and I'm home and ready to play right at five as soon as I turn my computer off. I'm free to take potty breaks throughout the day as needed as well. Dogs love a good routine, and I'm here to help make that happen. I want them to feel as comfortable as possible while you're away so you can come home to a stress free pup, and for you to feel comfortable knowing your loved one is being looked after by someone that cares and is there with them.
About: I grew up taking care of horses and a cat. Once I got a place of my own, I adopted two dogs and got a cat. I currently have a puppy who I am teaching basic commands. I have always been an animal lover and enjoy meeting new furry friends! My family and I love animals and look forward to meeting yours! I currently work full time from home with limited travel, but I do have a flexible schedule that allows me to plan around work to walk dogs or do potty breaks. I have a fenced in yard with two friendly dogs and a cat. I can easily crate your pet if needed. I enjoy walking and my son loves to play fetch with dogs!
About: I have cared for many pets over the years. We decided its tine to open our home to all the pet lovers who need vacation help. I am currently available all day to care for your pets. I do not work outside the home. I have the tine for extra love. I have 5 cats and 2 dogs of my own. I have a large over 1/2 acre lot for outdoor activities. I do not have a fenc so pets will be leashed or allowed to roam based on owner insight.
“Nora was very accommodating with pick up and drop off times and communicated throughout our long weekend away. Trustworthy and dependable and no doubt Lilly had so much fun with the kitties 😊 would definitely use her again! Thanks Nora!”
About: I’ve grown up with dogs and cats in the household. My priority is care and love for your furry friends! When I see dogs in public, I want to pet them all day :) Currently working part-time as well as attending college. I live in a dorm—no pets allowed. Classes are from ~12PM until ~4PM and work evening/nights. Nights I am not working my schedule is wide open. I like to gain a sense of trust at first between me and dogs(holding my hand out to sniff, pets if warranted, etc); Steer away from other dogs in public if mine gets aggressive; always conscious of surroundings; Dogs brighten my day every time I see one!
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taylor m.
“Finn really enjoyed his stay with Taylor. I appreciated all the photos she sent - it made my time away from my puppy a little easier. I definitely recommend Taylor to take care of your furry friends. Will board with her again.”
Mark S.
“My Carly was taken care of very well by the entire family. They went above and beyond in many ways with great communication and updates. Will definitely use for future trips!”
Riley S.Star Sitter
“Riley was very patient with our puppy who is still really nervous about new situations. Had a nice yard for Blue tomorrow run and stretch. Very prompt with communication and knowledgeable about dogs. Would definitely use again.”
JoAnna W.
“JoAnna and her family are so welcoming and love dogs as much as we do. We enjoyed the daily picture updates of our Lance having a great time! Thanks so much for taking such great care of our fur baby! -Wendy & family”
Mya G.Star Sitter
“Mya was very friend when I first reached out to her. She came to our home to meet our dog prior to any booking. Last week our dog had his first stay with Mya and I'm very happy to say he was well cared for and very much enjoyed his stay. We plan to use Mya for many future boarding plans.”
Lottie C.
“Lottie took such great care of our pup Josie and we are so so grateful! She was so sweet, had amazing communication, was so accommodating and we’d absolutely recommend her to anyone!!”
Ruth G.
“Ruth is amazing. Her house could not possibly be more dog friendly. Her communication was not overbearing, but she let me know Yanqui was in good hands. If I ever need to board Yanqui again Ruth will be my first choice. Ruth should also be yours.”
Melanie D.
“Melanie is wonderful to work with! She took great care of our senior dog and was flexible with our changing plans. We trusted her in our home and would absolutely work with her again!”
Jacqueline M.
“Jacqueline was amazing! From making me feel welcomed right from the first message to going above and beyond with communication, photos, updates and flexibity. 11/10 would recommend, if you care about your furry friend, with Jacqueline you can rest assured they are in safe hands :)”
Nicole M.Star Sitter
“Did an amazing job was happy to see photos of bean when I was gone. He came home happy and well cared for would definitely use her service again.”
Cassie B.
“Cassie was absolutely wonderful with our dog. Our daughter loved her picture and video updates while we were on vacation. Cassie's dog Goose was also great with our dog! I wouldn't hesitate to leave our dog with her again!”
Tamara D.Star Sitter
“Tammy's services for our 2 pups brought me the most peace of mind I've ever felt while on vacation! We are so grateful that she and her family provided fun, comfort, and safety for our dogs. We loved that our dogs were able to play outside and play with Tammy's dog Ranger, who is a very good host as well. : ) I appreciated the updates while we were away, and I have 100% confidence that we will use Tammy's services again. It's truly SO NICE to alleviate all worries that come with dropping off your dogs for pet sitting; thank you Tammy and family!”
Maggie A.
“Maggie was great. Sent us lots of check ins to let us know Nino was doing good. She is super kind and caring. Nino seemed right at home.”
Kylie F.
“Kylie's an awesome dog caretaker. She kept us updated on how our Lulah has been doing. We highly recommend Kylie if anyone ever needs someone who knows about it all! Thanks again!”
Joshua W.
“I have two great danes, Duke and Jackson, and they ABSOLUTELY love Josh!!! It's not easy keeping two 160lb dogs under control for walks, but Josh is a master at it. I highly recommend him if you want someone who loves your dogs as much as you do. :)”
Calista C.
“I would trust Calista with any pets I’ve ever owned. I’ve gotten the pleasure of being around her with her own cat and dogs, and I have gotten to see how she handles others animals. She genuinely cares about their wellbeing and understand how important communication is being herself and pet owner!”
Alyssa B.
About: I have cared for many pets over the years. We decided its tine to open our home to all the pet lovers who need vacation help. I am currently available all day to care for your pets. I do not work outside the home. I have the tine for extra love. I have 5 cats and 2 dogs of my own. I have a large over 1/2 acre lot for outdoor activities. I do not have a fenc so pets will be leashed or allowed to roam based on owner insight.
Nora S.Star Sitter
“Nora was very accommodating with pick up and drop off times and communicated throughout our long weekend away. Trustworthy and dependable and no doubt Lilly had so much fun with the kitties 😊 would definitely use her again! Thanks Nora!”
Tyler R.
About: I’ve grown up with dogs and cats in the household. My priority is care and love for your furry friends! When I see dogs in public, I want to pet them all day :) Currently working part-time as well as attending college. I live in a dorm—no pets allowed. Classes are from ~12PM until ~4PM and work evening/nights. Nights I am not working my schedule is wide open. I like to gain a sense of trust at first between me and dogs(holding my hand out to sniff, pets if warranted, etc); Steer away from other dogs in public if mine gets aggressive; always conscious of surroundings; Dogs brighten my day every time I see one!
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As of Aug 2025, 39 sitters provided dog boarding in Saint Donatus. 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, 90% of Saint Donatus dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Saint Donatus.
Rover makes it easy to find Saint Donatus 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 39 dog boarding sitters in Saint Donatus on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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.
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