Dog Boarding Saugus
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“From the meet and greet to our pup, Indy's, overnight stay, Elliot and his wife were wonderful. Boarding with strangers always worries me because Indy is quite large and can be leash aggressive and anxious when he's all alone. Even with just an overnight stay, he was actually able to calm down, eat something, and allow pets and scratches with Elliot. We will definitely go back to them for boarding!”
“Freddi took outstanding care of Penny!!! She has an idyllic setup for hosting and provided Penny a cozy and comfortable stay while we were out of town. We loved the photos Freddi sent every day - Penny was clearly right at home! Would definitely book again.”
“Miley stayed with Aurora for 4 nights while I was away on a vacation. Her pup Madi and Miley became BFF’s. She sent regular updates and she was very prompt and quick responding to my texts. Miley is my daughter and I’m very nervous leaving her at someone’s place. But Aurora did a a great job taking care of Miley and treated her like her own pup. I would definitely like Miley to have her next vacation at her place. Adding to this their pup Madi is a wonderful dog very friendly.”
“Rob is the best! Junie had so much fun with his whole family. I felt very safe leaving Junie at his home given his expertise, experience, and the clear love he and his family have for dogs. Will 100% be rebooking!”
“Carol and her family are lovely! They took such great care of Stevie. I got a lot of pictures, great communication, updates and was relieved that Stevie was in such good hands. I highly recommend Carol.”
“Zwany and Leandro always outdo themselves! They take great care of our dog! This time they watched our cat, too! Sometimes I worry that my pets love Zwany more than me!!! The pick up/drop off feature is incredible as well. 10/10!!”
“Patrick was great with Willow, it was obvious from pictures and videos that she loved him and was well taken care of! We would happily book with him again and feel confident she’d be in good hands.”
“My fiancé and I needed accommodations for our pup last minute as we were visiting Salem just for the day, and Hannah was extremely quick to reply and more than incredible with Jojo. She sent us updates and a photo and also took him on a walk. She’s so kind and dependable, and I definitely recommend leaving your pup with her.”
“Julia was an excellent dog sitter. I had some uncertainty about my travel plans, she was perfectly flexible and cooperative. On pickup my small dog was happy to see me but not at all eager to leave. I have used a number of sitters from Rover in the past but I will now definitely seek out Julia in the future. My highest recommendation !!!”
“As always, Jen has been the best to our golden doodle. She is super flexible on pick up and drop off and her communication is A+ during his boarding. Looking forward to our next trip when we know he’s in good hands.”
“My dog couldn’t wait to go back to Mike’s. He’s a big sweet energetic dog who loves to play. We totally trust Mike (and his amazing dog) to keep our dog happy and safe. We’ve only been home for about a day but he’s still sleeping off all the fun he had!”
“Maryah was amazing! She kept me up to date and sent pictures daily. My boys looked like they had so much fun with her. She was also very flexible with my schedule when my flight was cancelled.”
“Haowen took excellent care of Bandit. He sent frequent updates and when Bandit was reluctant to eat went out to get peanut butter to mix into his food. He also went to get a ball so Bandit could do his favorite activity of playing fetch. When it was time to get Bandit he was excited to see his mom and dad but then went back to Haowen to say goodbye, which is Bandit's way of saying thank you. Bandit gives a 5 PAWS rating and hopes he can visit again soon”
“We had the most amazing experience with Jackie. This was our first time using Rover and we felt so confident that our pup was in the best of hands. Jackie has a lot of experience fostering dogs of all kinds so had no problem dealing with our high energy pup! We got daily photo updates and when we went to pick Sox up he wasn't quite ready to leave her grassy backyard....once home he slept all day from all the fun he had. Highly recommend to anyone in the Boston area looking for a boarder.”
“Manny had THE BEST time with Marcia and family for his first overnight away from home. Marcia took such great care of Manny. I appreciated the daily summary and picture and video updates throughout. Marcia will be my first choice for any future dog sitting needs.”
“Faith was excellent with her care of Lucy. She took Lucy on a walk which is one of her favorite activities. She has a great fenced in yard (perfect for dogs). I would recommend to watch your dog. GWB”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Saugus is $65
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Saugus
Kimberly boarded my two dogs, Bud and Holly, and I couldn't be happier with the care they got. They loved her right away and spent a lot of their time running around her yard. She kept me in the loop the whole time with photos and videos, so I had real peace of mind while I was away. Drop-off and pickup were quick and easy. I'd book with her again without a second thought, and I will!
Freddi did an amazing job taking care of my dog. She shared great pictures throughout the day and was very communicative around setting up a meet and greet and drop off. She took her on 7 miles walks both days and Olive was so happy and tired. I will 100% use Freddi again if I need dog-sitting in the future.
We had a wonderful experience with Christian! He was caring, kind, and attentive throughout the entire week our puppy stayed with him. Unfortunately, our puppy got sick and needed a visit to the vet, which was a very stressful time for us. Christian went above and beyond to help us through the situation and made sure Kallie received the care she needed and was doing well. The communication was excellent, keeping us informed and giving us peace of mind during such a difficult moment. We are truly grateful for his kindness, patience, and dedication, not only in caring for our puppy but also in supporting us through a tough time. It meant so much to know she was in such caring hands. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate, and reliable pet sitter!
Took care of Toby perfectly!! Super kind and you can tell they really treat your pet as their own!! Also super understanding with travel issues. Overall amazing!! Toby loved them and runs into their house!! This is barely the second time he’s stayed with them and he already feels at home
Xinyue and Weihai were such wonderful hosts for my dog while I was away! They spent time making her feel comfortable in their home, cuddling and playing fetch with her in their large fenced yard. They were very responsive to any questions that I had and sent photos of her sleeping and playing. They themselves have a lovely golden retriever who provided extra companionship to my dog. Their home is in a quiet neighborhood close to the city and nature. We will definitely seek them out again for future travel trips! Thank you!
Parashar B. and his wife are the best! They took great care of Rocky for 5 days and sent me tons of updates, videos and photos each and every day! Incredibly easy to work with and great communication! Rocky had an incident during his stay there and they reacted and acted not only professionally but further more as Rocky was part of their family! I totally trust them and I would definitely book Parashar B. again!
Nice and caring my dog was overheating when I brought him cause it was so hot outside and Rijia was very gracious and welcoming and assured me he had things under control and sent me updates on my pup. He also sent me a video watching cartoons with my pup which was so funny. They had a fun time.
Amazing experience highly recommend He took such great care of Kaya and Bonny and made me feel very comfortable the whole time. He always sent me pictures and updates of them eating going potty and even playing. He kept me updated about everything and was very caring patient and attentive. You can tell he really loves dogs and treats them like his own. I would definitely book with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and responsible
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Saugus
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Saugus is $64 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $38 and $87 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 November 2026, there are 3,885 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Saugus. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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.
94% of sitters in Saugus 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 Saugus 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 Saugus.
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Saugus. On Rover:
- 85% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
You and your Saugus 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 MA 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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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