Dog Boarding Saint Joseph
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Over 63 pet parents in Saint Joseph have booked dog boarding
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“Lindsay and her family were amazing with our dog Sophia. Sophia has never spent a lot of time around children, but Lindsay let us do a test “meet and greet” a couple weeks before her stay to make sure Sophia was comfortable. We got lots of photos during her stay and she always looked happy and cared for! Lindsay’s children are respectful of new dogs and love to spend time with them. We will absolutely have Lindsay watch Sophia again!”
About: I have been around animals my entire life. Including dogs and cats. I feel that I know what it takes to make a customer feel like their furr babies are not only safe but taken care of! I have multiple side hustles, and this is one that I will be spending most of my time working with. I am super excited to meet new furry faces and get to know, and gain trust from new people! I take out my dog multiple times a day while i'm home alone, feed him twice a day with treat rewards for going potty, and occasionally feed my cats when others in my house cannot get to it. I make sure my dog/ and cats have a clean area to play in and lots of love and care ❤️
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Saint Joseph is $32
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Saint Joseph
Aubrey was fantastic! Our sweet pup came home happy and actually obeying better than when she left! Aubrey also gave us some tips to use with her! We will definitely be using Aubrey again and recommending her for all of our doggy parents! Thank you so much for treating our little one like your own!
This was our first time using Rover to board our energetic Golden while out of town and I was nervous, but we picked the right person. She was great, she sent us pics, videos, and updates. I can tell Archie had so much fun playing with her dogs and running around in her yard.
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Saint Joseph
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Saint Joseph is $36 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $27 and $55 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 55 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Saint Joseph. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
98% of sitters in Saint Joseph can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Saint Joseph 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 Saint Joseph.
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 Saint Joseph 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 MO 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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