Dog Boarding in Schenectady
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“I truly cannot say enough good things about Gillian! My dog, Benson, has serious separation anxiety along with specific dietary and medical needs, and it has been such a relief to finally find someone I completely trust to care for him. I never thought I’d see the day where he’d happily run into a sitter’s home—until we found her! From day one, Gillian has gone above and beyond to make sure he’s comfortable, safe, and genuinely happy. She understands all of Benson’s quirks and needs, and treats him with the same patience and love that I do. It’s so clear how much she cares about every dog she looks after and truly treats them as her own. She’s also great about sending daily updates with photos and thoughtful notes, which give me so much peace of mind while I’m away. I always know he’s in the very best hands with her!”
“My dogs came back happy, healthy and tired which is all I can ask for regarding their stay. I have a 13 year old dog that can end up overdoing it but no limping at all. Jen was responsive and I felt comfortable leaving Moana and Whiskey in her care while I was in Florida. I wish I had found her sooner. Definitely will be coming back.”
“This trip away for work was less stressful for me because I knew Buddie was getting lots of love and attention all week from Mike and Amy and having so much fun playing with his friend Bear.”
“Chrissy has done an amazing job watching my dog Riley for a couple of days. Riley and I liked her from the first time we met. He had a lot of fun being with her. I really liked that she provided updates and pictures each day. I will definitely book her again and recommend her to others. Thanks Chrissy! 😊”
“Anna was great! We received daily messages and photos of our dog's status. She paid attention to the needs of our dog. He was given a bath and had his nails trimmed, which was the best!! We even received a report card on pick up! Anna did a great job and we will definitely be using her again!”
“Vera was wonderful with our dog! She has an amazing setup with a great backyard and lots of places to walk. She played with our dog so many times and gave her so much love and attention. So grateful to have found her!”
“Tiffany was absolutely stellar. From the moment we met her all the way to drop off, she made us feel completely at ease and answered any and all questions. Great communication - she sent pictures and videos of the dogs while we were away. This was our first time leaving the pups with someone and I would not hesitate to leave them with her again!! Highly recommend!”
“Brad and Mery are wonderful people who treat our dog like family. We are so grateful to have them. Our dog loves being with Brad and Mery so much that he doesn’t want to leave!”
“Natthinee is an awesome sitter! She communicates daily w an update and photos. My doodle got along w hers. Many walks. Snuggles on the couch😊 I will definitely have her watch Rudy again even though she’s a 30 minute drive away👍👍”
“Alex and her family were incredibly loving and attentive to my senior pup’s needs. Lots of updates and pictures. Their home was warm and inviting. My dog had a wonderful mini vacation. We will definitely book again.”
“I can’t say enough about Jaya & her family taking care of my dog Barley like he was one of theirs. She was quick w/ responding, and her communication was thorough. Barley loved his “sleep over” playing w/ Jaya’s cute pup Biscuit in her big back yard. She made me feel like Barley was safe & would be cared for just like her own. We’ll surely be hoping she is available again for our next pet sitting need. Thank you Jaya !”
“You guys were great! Gus was exhausted when he came home, a sure sign that he had a fun weekend. Thanks again for being so accommodating, knowing Gus was in great hands let us relax and enjoy the weekend away with our daughter.”
“Tatiana did a great job with our dog for a weekend stay at her place! He came home happy and tired ? She was very communicative and sent lots of pics while we were gone.”
About: I don’t have specific set of skills other than the fact that I am a dog mom. My dogs are my world and my main priority. I have a lot of love to give and I think animals deserve it the most. I’m currently unemployed as I recently left my job as it just wasn’t the right fit any longer. I will make myself available to be with your pet as much as needed and wanted by the client. I’m 44 years old with an older son who is 28. So for people my age who normally have small children I have my 2 dogs and my 2 cats. They are my children My animals are always considered in any and all plans that I may have. They are my top priority and your animal would be no different. I am a nurturer by nature. When I was in need of dog sitter Rover provided me with someone who took care of and loved my dogs just as much as I did. It motivated me to want to be that person for other people. I will love and spoil your animal as if they were my own. Allowing you to leave them knowing they are being well taken care of. I have a fully fenced in yard and I would make any special arrangements as far as feeding, crating etc that would be needed for your animal.
“Lianna was amazing. This was my first time using Rover and Lianna helped relieve any anxiety I had. Great communication, pictures sent multiple times a day, and answered any questions I had in a timely fashion. I 100% recommend her for your next fur baby stay.”
“I cannot compliment Marianne enough for her dedication and compassion for our dog Chance-my sitter canceled only hours before I used the Rover App. Marianne responded immediately and was able to take Chance into her home-the care giving was superior and the pictures that Marianne sent frequently soothed any concerns I might have. I will use her again because upon meeting her I recognized her to be a true lover of animals with a strong committed plan to keep their owners involved in how well they are handling the separation. Thank you so much Marianne❤️”
“Leah is a wonderful, excellent & caring dog sitter. Duke is my husband’s support dog who is over anxious and likes to bark. He needs one on one support to.handle separation from my husband. Leah gave Duke the attention, kindness & love necessary to keep Duke calm, content & safe while we vacationed for a week away from Duke. Than you, Leah!”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Gillian G.Star Sitter
“I truly cannot say enough good things about Gillian! My dog, Benson, has serious separation anxiety along with specific dietary and medical needs, and it has been such a relief to finally find someone I completely trust to care for him. I never thought I’d see the day where he’d happily run into a sitter’s home—until we found her! From day one, Gillian has gone above and beyond to make sure he’s comfortable, safe, and genuinely happy. She understands all of Benson’s quirks and needs, and treats him with the same patience and love that I do. It’s so clear how much she cares about every dog she looks after and truly treats them as her own. She’s also great about sending daily updates with photos and thoughtful notes, which give me so much peace of mind while I’m away. I always know he’s in the very best hands with her!”
Jen S.Star Sitter
“My dogs came back happy, healthy and tired which is all I can ask for regarding their stay. I have a 13 year old dog that can end up overdoing it but no limping at all. Jen was responsive and I felt comfortable leaving Moana and Whiskey in her care while I was in Florida. I wish I had found her sooner. Definitely will be coming back.”
Mike S.Star Sitter
“This trip away for work was less stressful for me because I knew Buddie was getting lots of love and attention all week from Mike and Amy and having so much fun playing with his friend Bear.”
Kyle W.Star Sitter
“Kyle is an outstanding sitter. Everything was perfect for caring for my pup. I will use her again every time I need a sitter in the immediate area.”
Chrissy J.Star Sitter
“Chrissy has done an amazing job watching my dog Riley for a couple of days. Riley and I liked her from the first time we met. He had a lot of fun being with her. I really liked that she provided updates and pictures each day. I will definitely book her again and recommend her to others. Thanks Chrissy! 😊”
Anna H.Star Sitter
“Anna was great! We received daily messages and photos of our dog's status. She paid attention to the needs of our dog. He was given a bath and had his nails trimmed, which was the best!! We even received a report card on pick up! Anna did a great job and we will definitely be using her again!”
Vera R.Star Sitter
“Vera was wonderful with our dog! She has an amazing setup with a great backyard and lots of places to walk. She played with our dog so many times and gave her so much love and attention. So grateful to have found her!”
Tiffany W.
“Tiffany was absolutely stellar. From the moment we met her all the way to drop off, she made us feel completely at ease and answered any and all questions. Great communication - she sent pictures and videos of the dogs while we were away. This was our first time leaving the pups with someone and I would not hesitate to leave them with her again!! Highly recommend!”
Jack R.
Star Sitter
“Jack took great care of our pup. He is amazingly responsive and responsible. We loved seeing the periodic picture and video updates while away.”
Brad & Mery R.Star Sitter
“Brad and Mery are wonderful people who treat our dog like family. We are so grateful to have them. Our dog loves being with Brad and Mery so much that he doesn’t want to leave!”
Natthinee B.Star Sitter
“Natthinee is an awesome sitter! She communicates daily w an update and photos. My doodle got along w hers. Many walks. Snuggles on the couch😊 I will definitely have her watch Rudy again even though she’s a 30 minute drive away👍👍”
Alexa S.
“Alex and her family were incredibly loving and attentive to my senior pup’s needs. Lots of updates and pictures. Their home was warm and inviting. My dog had a wonderful mini vacation. We will definitely book again.”
Helen K.
“Helen did a phenomenal job watching our 5 month old puppy. She gave us lots of updates and photos/videos. I would highly recommend booking with her!!!”
Jaya D.
“I can’t say enough about Jaya & her family taking care of my dog Barley like he was one of theirs. She was quick w/ responding, and her communication was thorough. Barley loved his “sleep over” playing w/ Jaya’s cute pup Biscuit in her big back yard. She made me feel like Barley was safe & would be cared for just like her own. We’ll surely be hoping she is available again for our next pet sitting need. Thank you Jaya !”
Sarah & Anthony A.
“You guys were great! Gus was exhausted when he came home, a sure sign that he had a fun weekend. Thanks again for being so accommodating, knowing Gus was in great hands let us relax and enjoy the weekend away with our daughter.”
Tatiana E.Star Sitter
“Tatiana did a great job with our dog for a weekend stay at her place! He came home happy and tired ? She was very communicative and sent lots of pics while we were gone.”
Kathryn M.
“Kat is truly a gem when it comes to dog care. She has taken care of my dogs and treats them like her own. You can immediately tell how much she loves animals—she’s warm, patient, and full of positive energy. My dogs absolutely light up when they see her! Kat also has two dogs of her own, and it shows in the way she understands and handles different personalities and energy levels. She’s attentive, reliable, and always communicates clearly, whether it's updating me about their walks or sharing fun little moments. What I really appreciate is that she makes sure the pups are happy and safe every single time. If you're looking for someone who genuinely loves dogs and treats them like family, Kat is the one. I can’t recommend her enough!”
Lianna L.
“Lianna was amazing. This was my first time using Rover and Lianna helped relieve any anxiety I had. Great communication, pictures sent multiple times a day, and answered any questions I had in a timely fashion. I 100% recommend her for your next fur baby stay.”
Marianne C.
“I cannot compliment Marianne enough for her dedication and compassion for our dog Chance-my sitter canceled only hours before I used the Rover App. Marianne responded immediately and was able to take Chance into her home-the care giving was superior and the pictures that Marianne sent frequently soothed any concerns I might have. I will use her again because upon meeting her I recognized her to be a true lover of animals with a strong committed plan to keep their owners involved in how well they are handling the separation. Thank you so much Marianne❤️”
Leah P.
“Leah is a wonderful, excellent & caring dog sitter. Duke is my husband’s support dog who is over anxious and likes to bark. He needs one on one support to.handle separation from my husband. Leah gave Duke the attention, kindness & love necessary to keep Duke calm, content & safe while we vacationed for a week away from Duke. Than you, Leah!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Schenectady is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Schenectady dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $64 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 352 sitters provided dog boarding in Schenectady. 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, 91% of Schenectady dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Schenectady have an average of 16 years of experience. 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 Schenectady.
Rover makes it easy to find Schenectady 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 352 dog boarding sitters in Schenectady on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Schenectady, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 81% 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.
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