Dog Boarding in Shady Grove, PA
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“Renee was very communicative, friendly and prepared! It looked like Mae really enjoyed herself during her stay, I would definitely recommend her as a dog-sitter to anyone.”


“Jeannie, Robert, and their daughter were AMAZING with our pup Maxie. They sent me a video so I could see their home ahead of time and went out of their way to make me feel comfortable as a first time Rover-user. While we were out of town Jeannie sent me pictures and videos of Maxie so I knew he was happy and well taken care of. 10/10! Will absolutely book with them again!”


“My collie Lily came home happy and healthy. I think she enjoyed her time with Jaclyn and her family. Jaclyn sent me an update and a photo every day and I really appreciated that!”


“Wonderful land for our boys to run on and have fun outside. They enjoyed playing with other dogs there and Emily took great care of them. There are so many places for dogs to explore and they have daily walks around the property. Highly recommend this sitter.”


“Emily was so kind and gentle with our senior dogs. Really appreciated her patients with our pups. And she sent pictures and updates. We will for sure have her watch our pups again.”


“Diana was an amazing sitter to my boy Zeus! She communicated very during the stay and followed my instructions thoroughly. Zeus got plenty of time to play and was able to spend time with other dogs. Thank you so much!”


“Was extremely happy with the week Our pup developed some separation anxiety while we were gone Charlie went above and beyond to make sure Cai was comfortable including sleeping on the couch next to him so he wasnt alone or scared Constant communication and pictures daily Highly recommend was a great experience all the way around!!!”


“Kelli continues to be one of the best dog sitters we have ever had! Our dog has separation anxiety, but he never seems to have any issues with Kelli - in fact, he never wants to leave her house! Kelli is so easy to work with and has a true love of animals. We are always at ease knowing he is in the best hands with her when we are away. Thank you Kelli for always taking such great care of Crosby!”


“I was nervous leaving my dog with a sitter for the first time. Ashley was great. We did a meet-and-greet before the stay, even though it was relatively short notice. That was helpful in seeing the house, nice big yard, and meeting her dogs. She let me know ahead of time that there was another dog who would be staying there at the same time. She was communicative during the stay and kept me updated with pictures multiple times a day every day, which I appreciated.”


“Sarah was absolutely fantastic!!! She took such great care of my Rosie and was so understanding of unexpected travel delays. Sarah sent me updates and pictures each day.”


“Rosa stepped in at the last minute to care for our pup when another Rover sitter had to cancel! Very easy to communicate with. She's a former dog breeder so very experienced with dogs. She took great care of our Aussie.”


“This was the first time I had to leave my dog with someone while we traveled. If there was 10 stars I would have gave the. Lejune and Michael kept me updated throughout the day and my pup seemed to be living his best life over there. I read many profiles before stumbling upon there's and when I read it and the reviews I knew they were the one that would be watching my dog. I highly recommend them to anyone!! We look forward to working with them in the future.”


“Kayleigh is just an incredible sitter. She's so knowledgeable about animals and her property is beautiful. She's also incredibly accomodating and made the ehole thing go as smooth as possible. My girls came home all happy and pampered and that truly makes all the difference. Even my very shy dog opened up to her and genuinely seemed to have enjoyed her stay from all the pictures that Kayleigh sent. I'll never book anyone/anywhere else. Thank you again Kayleigh! 🐶❤️”


“Tina is great with Alex. She responded to my message quickly. She sent photos of Alex to let me know how he is doing. I will use her service again when I am in the area.”


About: I grew up in a dog-loving home—there was never a time we didn’t have a furry friend in the family. Since my very first pet, I’ve enjoyed caring for animals. Now as an adult, I have two dogs and a cat of my own. One of my pups is a sweet senior who enjoys the slower pace of life, and the other is a high-energy guy I’ve raised since he was a puppy. We went through all the training together—lots of patience, consistency, and treats!—and now he’s a well-behaved, happy companion who keeps me on my toes. My cat is curious and full of personality, always finding new spots to nap and new ways to charm everyone. Fun Facts Just About Me: I moved to Hagerstown with my fiancé, 2 dogs and cat about 2 years ago. My fiancé and I are getting married in May 2026. I play adult softball and kickball. I love to be outside whether it's walking the dogs, attempting to garden or being on the water. Since I work from home, I’m lucky to spend lots of quality time with my pets throughout the day, and I’d love to extend that care and attention to your furry family members too. Whether it’s going for walks, sticking to a feeding routine, or just offering companionship, I’ll make sure your pet feels safe, loved, and right at home. When caring for pets, whether in my home or yours, safety and trust are my top priorities. In my home, I provide a calm, secure environment with a fully fenced yard that offers plenty of room for pets to run and play safely. We also have sidewalks throughout the neighborhood perfect for walks, a puppy play pen for supervised fun, and plenty of space to crate pets comfortably if needed. All areas are pet-proofed to prevent accidents, and I carefully manage food, toys, and any medications. When visiting a client’s home, I follow their routines closely to keep pets comfortable and stress-free. I make sure doors and gates are secure, hazardous items are out of reach, and I maintain open communication with owners about any special needs or behaviors. Building trust with pets and their families is important to me, so I take time to understand each pet’s unique personality and needs.

“My pups really enjoyed their stay with Melissa. They got to hang out with Melissa’s kids and hang out in her fenced in yard. They were the only pups at Melissa’s house which was very good for Moxie. Melissa was also able to administer Tico’s medications with out a problem. We will definitely be reaching out to Melissa for another stay in the future.”


“Donna and Scott are simply the best! They spoiled our Lexi girl and treated her like their own. Donna kept me updated with so many great pics of Lexi and what she was doing. I will not”

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Renee D.Star Sitter

“Renee was very communicative, friendly and prepared! It looked like Mae really enjoyed herself during her stay, I would definitely recommend her as a dog-sitter to anyone.”


Jeannie & Robert W.Star Sitter

“Jeannie, Robert, and their daughter were AMAZING with our pup Maxie. They sent me a video so I could see their home ahead of time and went out of their way to make me feel comfortable as a first time Rover-user. While we were out of town Jeannie sent me pictures and videos of Maxie so I knew he was happy and well taken care of. 10/10! Will absolutely book with them again!”


Jaclyn S.
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“My collie Lily came home happy and healthy. I think she enjoyed her time with Jaclyn and her family. Jaclyn sent me an update and a photo every day and I really appreciated that!”


Emily B.Star Sitter

“Wonderful land for our boys to run on and have fun outside. They enjoyed playing with other dogs there and Emily took great care of them. There are so many places for dogs to explore and they have daily walks around the property. Highly recommend this sitter.”


Emily A.
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“Emily was so kind and gentle with our senior dogs. Really appreciated her patients with our pups. And she sent pictures and updates. We will for sure have her watch our pups again.”


Diana H.Star Sitter

“Diana was an amazing sitter to my boy Zeus! She communicated very during the stay and followed my instructions thoroughly. Zeus got plenty of time to play and was able to spend time with other dogs. Thank you so much!”


Charlie M.Star Sitter

“Was extremely happy with the week Our pup developed some separation anxiety while we were gone Charlie went above and beyond to make sure Cai was comfortable including sleeping on the couch next to him so he wasnt alone or scared Constant communication and pictures daily Highly recommend was a great experience all the way around!!!”


Kelli B.Star Sitter

“Kelli continues to be one of the best dog sitters we have ever had! Our dog has separation anxiety, but he never seems to have any issues with Kelli - in fact, he never wants to leave her house! Kelli is so easy to work with and has a true love of animals. We are always at ease knowing he is in the best hands with her when we are away. Thank you Kelli for always taking such great care of Crosby!”


Ashley C.Star Sitter

“I was nervous leaving my dog with a sitter for the first time. Ashley was great. We did a meet-and-greet before the stay, even though it was relatively short notice. That was helpful in seeing the house, nice big yard, and meeting her dogs. She let me know ahead of time that there was another dog who would be staying there at the same time. She was communicative during the stay and kept me updated with pictures multiple times a day every day, which I appreciated.”


Sarah C.Star Sitter

“Sarah was absolutely fantastic!!! She took such great care of my Rosie and was so understanding of unexpected travel delays. Sarah sent me updates and pictures each day.”


Rosa L.Star Sitter

“Rosa stepped in at the last minute to care for our pup when another Rover sitter had to cancel! Very easy to communicate with. She's a former dog breeder so very experienced with dogs. She took great care of our Aussie.”


Lejune G.
Star Sitter


“This was the first time I had to leave my dog with someone while we traveled. If there was 10 stars I would have gave the. Lejune and Michael kept me updated throughout the day and my pup seemed to be living his best life over there. I read many profiles before stumbling upon there's and when I read it and the reviews I knew they were the one that would be watching my dog. I highly recommend them to anyone!! We look forward to working with them in the future.”


Kelly D.

“My dogs were well taken care of with Kelly. She sent me daily photos and updates. Belly rubs and lots of playtime are always a hit.”


Kayleigh M.Star Sitter

“Kayleigh is just an incredible sitter. She's so knowledgeable about animals and her property is beautiful. She's also incredibly accomodating and made the ehole thing go as smooth as possible. My girls came home all happy and pampered and that truly makes all the difference. Even my very shy dog opened up to her and genuinely seemed to have enjoyed her stay from all the pictures that Kayleigh sent. I'll never book anyone/anywhere else. Thank you again Kayleigh! 🐶❤️”


Kristine F.

“Kristine was awesome with Mateo, This was his first overnight stay ever. She frequently sent pictures and was engaged with him the entire time. So thankful for her time.”


Anna Z.

“Anna did an amazing job with Levi, he loved boarding with her ! This was his first time away from home since I adopted him and we will definitely be back.”


Tina F.Star Sitter

“Tina is great with Alex. She responded to my message quickly. She sent photos of Alex to let me know how he is doing. I will use her service again when I am in the area.”


Katelyn D.
“This was our first time leaving our dogs Bowser & Winston with anyone new for an extended period of time. Katelyn did a wonderful job all week by caring for them and sending updates (including pictures!) throughout the day! Do not hesitate asking her to look after your pets as they will be treated as if they were her own!!”


melissa j.

“My pups really enjoyed their stay with Melissa. They got to hang out with Melissa’s kids and hang out in her fenced in yard. They were the only pups at Melissa’s house which was very good for Moxie. Melissa was also able to administer Tico’s medications with out a problem. We will definitely be reaching out to Melissa for another stay in the future.”


Donna & Scott M.

“Donna and Scott are simply the best! They spoiled our Lexi girl and treated her like their own. Donna kept me updated with so many great pics of Lexi and what she was doing. I will not”
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As of Aug 2025, 205 sitters provided dog boarding in Shady Grove. 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, 92% of Shady Grove dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Shady Grove 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 Shady Grove.
Rover makes it easy to find Shady Grove 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 205 dog boarding sitters in Shady Grove on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Shady Grove, 91% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
