Dog Boarding in Saint Marys, IA
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“Once again Debora provided wonderful care for Cindy (my cat). Debora understands the mind of a cat and lets Cindy be at home in her home. Cindy is so comfortable with Debora that when it came time to leave Cindy did not protest being in the carrier as long as Debora sat next to her. Very nice!”
“Always the best! Coco and I absolutely love Alice! She is always accommodating to my schedule, has great availability, takes awesome care of my girl, and my girl adores her time with her and her dog! So lucky to have found Alice 🥰”
“They did absolutely amazing with my pup! Murphy spent the weekend with Erin and Chris and came home exhausted.. exactly what I was hoping! I received pictures throughout the weekend and felt li”
“Cory is absolutely fantastic. He's highly communicative, wonderful to work with and flexible. I appreciated the welcoming home he provided and his care for my dog Bear.”
“Lisa took care of our baby when we're out of town. She sent me regular updates which felt really nice. We were able to visit her place before booking to ensure our dog will get along with Missy. I will definitely recommend her. Thank you”
“Samantha was so great with our pup! Excellent communication and plenty of photo updates throughout the stay. Our pup came back tired and happy. Would 100% book again”
“Jenevieve was more than we ever expected. She and her family treated our Suzi like one of their own. Sending pics a couple times a day made us feel so good to know we made the right decision. Suzi has found her home away from home! ❤️”
About: Growing up on a family farm, I have had the opportunity to care for many different kinds of animals (dogs, horses, cats, chickens, goats, pigs and cows). I have taken care of family and friends dogs for the last 20 years. I have raised 5 puppies and have shown a few of them in local shows. My kids are 10 and 7 and love taking our dogs for walks, hikes and playing with them in our very large back yard. I am home all summer and my school year schedule varies so I have plenty of time to take your pup on walks and play with them. I have a large fenced back yard and 2 pups friendly pups. I have the ability to take your dog to either a paved or dirt trail for walks or runs. My dogs walk 4 to 5 miles a day but I can definitely make the walk shorter if needed. I have the ability to separate the dogs if needed. I can also crate the dogs. Our dogs love to lounge on our couches.
“These guys are great! Very caring & attentive! Sent us a few pics while we were gone that put our minds at ease & even took Coco for a walk. Looking forward to them keeping her next time. Thank you for the great care of Coco!!”
“This was the second time we left Stormy with Evan. The first time was for two weeks and it worked out so well for us and Stormy and I did not hesitate to leave him again with Evan for a weekend. I appreciate the photos and updates Evan sent while we were gone, and Stormy seems to enjoy staying with him. ”
“Clare was amazing with our girl. She sent photos and updates. Was willing to be patient with Daphne with it being her first ever trip away from home and being an older dog she can be standoff ish and temperamental. She was great with making sure Daphne got her medication and found ways to make Daphne feel at home with the cold weather and quick walks. We’d definitely hire Clare again.”
“Absolutely recommend. She kept us updated on our babies and was always quick to answer when I checked on them. She sent pics of the girls at dogpark and took many pics during the girls visit. She was absolutely amazing!”
“This was the first time we’ve boarded our dogs, and we were nervous. Jessica put us at ease by doing a couple of meet and greets to see if the dogs would be compatible. One at a public place, and one at her house. She treated our dogs as if they were her own. Jessica sent us photos and updates each day. They had a blast, and we will definitely use Jessica again the next time we need to board them.”
“Scott took such good care of Leo. He sent daily updates and photos and I could tell Leo was having a great time. Also, when we got Leo home, he was his happy-go-lucky self vs out of sorts, which has happened in the past when we have boarded him with a kennel. We will definitely book with Scott in the future and can rest easy knowing our furry son is well cared for and happy.”
About: I have spent my entire life around animals, especially larger, older dogs. I am home full time while classes are online and am very flexible with sitting times. I am currently taking classes online for the summer, so I have plenty of time to take care of your furry friends! I tend to be busier on the weekends but if you give enough time in advance I am pretty flexible. I live in an apartment complex, and don't have a yard, so animals will have to be leashed when outside. I do not have a lot of space, so smaller animals are preferred, especially for longer stays.
“This was our first time away from Stanley for more than a few days. Stanley seemed happy while we were gone and we felt better knowing he was well taken care of! He really likes Christy and Erkam!”
“She is amazing! Got pictures and videos while on vacation. She actually cares about animals. Will definitely use her again and highly highly highly recommend using her!!!”
“Casandra watched our boys for a whole week, and she did a fantastic job! She sent us tons of updates with pictures & videos that gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. It was obvious that she cared for our two pups like they were her own, and she clearly gave them lots of love. They had a great time! I highly recommend Casandra, and we will definitely be using her in the future!”
“I could not be more happy with my puppy”s stay with Cliff. He took my puppy at the last minute and after talking with him on the phone for a few minutes I had a good sense that he would be great. My puppy was taken multiple times a day to run in the dog park next to his apartment. Cliff had an organized, well thought out plan for how he cared for my puppy. He asks good questions and communicates very well, so I felt good leaving my puppy with him for a few days.”
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Debora K.Star Sitter
“Once again Debora provided wonderful care for Cindy (my cat). Debora understands the mind of a cat and lets Cindy be at home in her home. Cindy is so comfortable with Debora that when it came time to leave Cindy did not protest being in the carrier as long as Debora sat next to her. Very nice!”
Alice b.Star Sitter
“Always the best! Coco and I absolutely love Alice! She is always accommodating to my schedule, has great availability, takes awesome care of my girl, and my girl adores her time with her and her dog! So lucky to have found Alice 🥰”
Erin & Chris R.Star Sitter
“They did absolutely amazing with my pup! Murphy spent the weekend with Erin and Chris and came home exhausted.. exactly what I was hoping! I received pictures throughout the weekend and felt li”
Cory W.Star Sitter
“Cory is absolutely fantastic. He's highly communicative, wonderful to work with and flexible. I appreciated the welcoming home he provided and his care for my dog Bear.”
Lisa S.Star Sitter
“Lisa took care of our baby when we're out of town. She sent me regular updates which felt really nice. We were able to visit her place before booking to ensure our dog will get along with Missy. I will definitely recommend her. Thank you”
Samantha W.Star Sitter
“Samantha was so great with our pup! Excellent communication and plenty of photo updates throughout the stay. Our pup came back tired and happy. Would 100% book again”
Jenevieve Y.Star Sitter
“Jenevieve was more than we ever expected. She and her family treated our Suzi like one of their own. Sending pics a couple times a day made us feel so good to know we made the right decision. Suzi has found her home away from home! ❤️”
Becky D.
About: Growing up on a family farm, I have had the opportunity to care for many different kinds of animals (dogs, horses, cats, chickens, goats, pigs and cows). I have taken care of family and friends dogs for the last 20 years. I have raised 5 puppies and have shown a few of them in local shows. My kids are 10 and 7 and love taking our dogs for walks, hikes and playing with them in our very large back yard. I am home all summer and my school year schedule varies so I have plenty of time to take your pup on walks and play with them. I have a large fenced back yard and 2 pups friendly pups. I have the ability to take your dog to either a paved or dirt trail for walks or runs. My dogs walk 4 to 5 miles a day but I can definitely make the walk shorter if needed. I have the ability to separate the dogs if needed. I can also crate the dogs. Our dogs love to lounge on our couches.
Candace D.Star Sitter
“These guys are great! Very caring & attentive! Sent us a few pics while we were gone that put our minds at ease & even took Coco for a walk. Looking forward to them keeping her next time. Thank you for the great care of Coco!!”
Evan H.
Star Sitter
“This was the second time we left Stormy with Evan. The first time was for two weeks and it worked out so well for us and Stormy and I did not hesitate to leave him again with Evan for a weekend. I appreciate the photos and updates Evan sent while we were gone, and Stormy seems to enjoy staying with him. ”
Clare F.Star Sitter
“Clare was amazing with our girl. She sent photos and updates. Was willing to be patient with Daphne with it being her first ever trip away from home and being an older dog she can be standoff ish and temperamental. She was great with making sure Daphne got her medication and found ways to make Daphne feel at home with the cold weather and quick walks. We’d definitely hire Clare again.”
Laura B.
“Absolutely recommend. She kept us updated on our babies and was always quick to answer when I checked on them. She sent pics of the girls at dogpark and took many pics during the girls visit. She was absolutely amazing!”
Jessica V.Star Sitter
“This was the first time we’ve boarded our dogs, and we were nervous. Jessica put us at ease by doing a couple of meet and greets to see if the dogs would be compatible. One at a public place, and one at her house. She treated our dogs as if they were her own. Jessica sent us photos and updates each day. They had a blast, and we will definitely use Jessica again the next time we need to board them.”
Scott S.
“Scott took such good care of Leo. He sent daily updates and photos and I could tell Leo was having a great time. Also, when we got Leo home, he was his happy-go-lucky self vs out of sorts, which has happened in the past when we have boarded him with a kennel. We will definitely book with Scott in the future and can rest easy knowing our furry son is well cared for and happy.”
Andrea G.
“Great person, great sitter. I've known her for years and she always shows so much love and care for all the dogs she meets. Her dedication to the safety and happiness of the dogs she looks over is truly admirable.”
Christy & Erkam N.Star Sitter
“This was our first time away from Stanley for more than a few days. Stanley seemed happy while we were gone and we felt better knowing he was well taken care of! He really likes Christy and Erkam!”
Shaelea R.Star Sitter
“She is amazing! Got pictures and videos while on vacation. She actually cares about animals. Will definitely use her again and highly highly highly recommend using her!!!”
Casandra L.Star Sitter
“Casandra watched our boys for a whole week, and she did a fantastic job! She sent us tons of updates with pictures & videos that gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. It was obvious that she cared for our two pups like they were her own, and she clearly gave them lots of love. They had a great time! I highly recommend Casandra, and we will definitely be using her in the future!”
Cliff C.Star Sitter
“I could not be more happy with my puppy”s stay with Cliff. He took my puppy at the last minute and after talking with him on the phone for a few minutes I had a good sense that he would be great. My puppy was taken multiple times a day to run in the dog park next to his apartment. Cliff had an organized, well thought out plan for how he cared for my puppy. He asks good questions and communicates very well, so I felt good leaving my puppy with him for a few days.”
Melanie R.Star Sitter
“Melanie and family did great with Charlie! We received multiple pictures and updates throughout our vacation. Very nice family!”
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As of Aug 2025, 346 sitters provided dog boarding in Saint Marys. 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, 89% of Saint Marys dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Saint Marys have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 Marys.
Rover makes it easy to find Saint Marys 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 346 dog boarding sitters in Saint Marys on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Saint Marys, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 90% 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.
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