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Sitter Profile Image: Shannon L.
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Shannon L.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
243 reviews
119 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24018

Shannon and her family are the best. Beau loves going there. He goes a smile on his face and is happy when we pick him up. I would highly recommend Shannon. Thank you.

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Samantha A.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1,077 reviews
305 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24018

This is our first time using Samantha, and I am so incredibly grateful for her. She’s taken care of our dogs so well, and she’s also an amazingly kind person. Thank you, Samantha!

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Emily M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
370 reviews
104 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24019

This was our first time leaving Zoey with Emily. We were very pleased with the wonderful photos we received during our trip . Zoey was very well cared for while we were away. We will definitely use Emily’s service moving forward during our travels. I think Zoey was very happy there too?

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Michele A.
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John R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
85 reviews
22 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Hardy, VA, 24101

John was very kind and accommodating through adjustments I had to make regarding my trip and my booking for dog sitting. And, he took such good care of my Tilly, updating me daily.

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Marah B.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
565 reviews
261 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24017

Marah is AWESOME! She takes such good care of my dog Mushu! He spent his first time being boarded with her and I felt confident that he would be okay in Marah’s care! I definitely plan on becoming one of her recurring clients!

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Donna B.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
18 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24018

Donna took such wonderful care of our babies while we were on vacation. I did not worry one minute about them because she let me know how they were doing and sent me plenty of pictures. Donna not only cared for their physical needs, but I also know that she showed them nurturing love by the sweet comments she made about them and their personality traits. We will certainly use Donna for future needs when it comes to carrying for our babies!

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Theresa K.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Vinton, VA, 24179

Such a wonderful service provided with timely updates including pictures. I felt very comfortable leaving the kitties with her. I will definitely use her service again if I need to board Emma and Walley.

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Sitter Profile Image: Lydia H.
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Lydia H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24018

This was my first time using Rover and I was extremely nervous. Lydia was amazing with my pups , she sent updates, videos and pictures the whole time. We will definitely be using her for all our trips out of town from now on. I would give 10 stars if I could!!!

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Katie M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
40 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Salem, VA, 24153

Our Golden, Eli, received, EXCELLENT care and attention ~ and Katie kept us updated daily, including photos, which kept us from worrying and assured us he was happy and doing well!!!

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Rebecca F.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
100 reviews
32 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24019

Rebecca was wonderful with our pup!! Lots of cute pictures and great communication. We’ll totally be bringing Goose back to her next time we need a sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lawdy L.
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Lawdy L.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
18 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24018

She's definitely easy to communicate with. Left my kitty cat with her last Thanksgiving and she welcomed with open arms. I'm sure my baby had fun with her. Thanks for having her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly L.
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Kimberly L.
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$48
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4.9 out of 5 stars
116 reviews
25 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24016

I love having Kim watch Charlie. He has so much fun playing with the other dogs that I don’t have to worry about him missing me while I’m away!

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Sitter Profile Image: McKenanne S.
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McKenanne S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Boones Mill, VA, 24065

McKenanne took great care of my dog and was good about communicating before and during my dog's stay. Her two dogs were very friendly which helped to make my dog more comfortable and happy.

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Sitter Profile Image: Pamela P.
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Pamela P.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
143 reviews
28 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Boones Mill, VA, 24065

Jack is a finicky pup -- that's the chow in him. However, when we picked him up he was happy and healthy -- thanks to Pam and their wonderful home. Definitely will book another stay. He's 9 years old, and it's good to know he is well cared for.

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Barbara P.
Sitter Profile Image: Richard & Kelly V.
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Richard & Kelly V.
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$31
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4.9 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
87 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Elliston, VA, 24087

This was Tucker and Bailey's first visit. I was so pleased with the care they received while we were out of town. I received a couple updates that included pictures throughtout the week which was so nice. The kennel was large and seemed to have enough space for them which is helpful because they are kind of big dogs!

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Christina E.
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Penny & Evan T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
6 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24018

Penny and Evan took for care of our elderly dog and made our first experience on Rover pleasant! It was a bit confusing at first, but the meet and greet was wonderful and a good time to ask questions. We have booked them again for Christmas!

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Shawn L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
40 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24012

Shawn was wonderful! She kept me updated throughout the entire stay. My pups were very comfortable and happy during their stay. I would choose Shawn every time to watch my pups, they had an amazing time! I didn’t have to worry about my dogs once while they were in Shawn’s care!

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Sitter Profile Image: David W.
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David W.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24018

David was awesome with our very high energy, sometimes challenging, yet sweet Calvin. David sent us reports and pictures every day which made our trip that much more relaxing and put our minds at ease. We couldn't be more grateful to David and his excellent care of our boy while we were on the road. We recommend David 100% and hope to call on him again. Thank you, David!

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Michele A.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
19 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24015

Michele and her wonderful daughter took such good care of my little one. They sent pictures daily to show she was doing well and she was available for questions. It put me at ease knowing my sweet dog was safe and loved while I was away!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sidney K.
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Sidney K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Roanoke, VA, 24018

Sidney did an incredible job with my German Shepherd! She sent pictures and checked in regularly to put me at ease. If you’re in Roanoke, Sidney as your pet sitter is the best choice you can make!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Katie updated me daily with photos and details on how my boy was doing. She was very responsive and flexible with pick up and drop off times. She was great! I highly recommend!

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Skyler V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily is truly the best! She is very responsive, sends updates and pictures, and takes great care of our girl. We have complete peace of mind while Maggie is in her care. We will certainly continue to use Emily to watch our Aussie!

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Lindsey E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Elise was great with my dog, and he really seemed to enjoy his time there with her and Lenny her adorable dog!)

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Kelsey S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Katelyn took wonderful care of our dog for 5 nights at her home. Even though our dog had some challenges settling in on the first day, she was very patient and found a way to work through it so he could feel comfortable and well cared for. She kept us updated the entire time and sent us pictures regularly, which gave us a lot of peace of mind while we were away. She was kind, supportive, and very attentive. Our dog was definitely happy, and we truly appreciate everything she did to make the experience go smoothly. Thank you so much, Katelyn! ❤️

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Alejandra C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hoping our Emmett won’t be mad that we brought him back home lol! Taylor’s furry fam are his peeps! 🩷

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Lynda W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We just used Rebecca for our first long trip since getting established with her. She experienced a death in the family while we were gone. She coordinated with our emergency contact to hand off care of our Beagle so she could attend the funeral, but I have no doubt that she would have missed the funeral rather than leave us in a bind while we were in Europe. Her exceptional care of LuLu is surpassed only by her personal integrity. Thank you, Rebecca, for your communication and dependability. We had confidence that you would handle this situation seamlessly, and you did.

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Cyndi D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Bailey was Amazing!!! We were worried about leaving our dog as he gets nervous when his routine is changed, especially overnight, but Bailey kept him calm and happy. He was very comfortable and looked quite at home when we picked him up which is the first time we ever saw him so chill. She sent regular updates and videos to assure us he was doing well the entire stay. I highly highly recommend her and we will definitely use her again!!! She is the best!!

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Sandra K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Aspen clearly loved his time at Crystal’s with her family and animals and we loved the updates and relief of leaving him somewhere where we know he is well cared for! We are excited to have found a boarder that we can use regularly and feel great about.

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Krystal N.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Salem is $40

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Sitters in Salem average 14
repeat dog boarding clients

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If you’re searching for a Salem dog boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, 178 sitters provided dog boarding in Salem. 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, 95% of Salem dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Salem have an average of 22 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 14 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 Salem.

Rover makes it easy to find Salem 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 178 dog boarding sitters in Salem on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Salem, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 95% 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.

Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.

We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.