Dog Boarding in Shell Rock, IA
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“Cash had a great time with Jenny and Remy! Jenny sent us pictures throughout his stay and Cash and Remy played so well together! It was great to know Cash was well taken care of and had a friend to play with:) Cash is excited to go back to visit again!”
“Max really enjoyed staying with Shannon. I really liked getting the video updates from Max's stay. I would definitely recommend Shannon to anyone that is looking for a trusted person to watch their dog. And Max got to play with his 3 dogs, his dogs are all very sweet and loving❤️ Max will be staying here again!”
“Shaun and Katie took really great care of Shadow! We loved the pictures and videos of him. We really appreciated how the family got to know him and cared for him. We highly recommend!!!”
“Our active Golden got to stay with Rachel and Dolly for our trip to Europe. Rachel sent us pics everyday. He and Rachel’s dog played and got along very well. Rachel was aware of Javy’s need and tool time to discuss this with her. Very happy pup when we returned and he obviously seemed to be happy every day. I would trust Rachel with Javy anytime. Thanks Rachel!”
“Angie took care of our dog from Thursday-Tuesday and he came home exhausted! I appreciated the pictures and updates and truly believe he enjoyed his time with her and her pets! Will use in the future. Super reliable, great communication 🙂”
“This is the first time this pup was left with a sitter and we felt very secure leaving her. We have used Morgan and her family before with our other pup and knew she would be taken care of and pictures were sent daily, along with communication on how she was doing.”
“Sonja & Tim are great and easy to work with! They send pictures and video updates for Goji throughout the stay. We can tell Goji had a great time there! Will definitely rebook again in the future and highly recommended!”
“Emily was awesome to work with to meet our needs as a first timer needing dog sitting and with the meet and greet with Daisy! Daisy’s 5 day stay with Emily was great! We were very satisfied.”
“Chelsey & Lucas were so accommodating, detailed oriented & communicative during my dogs stay at their home. I received regular in depth updates & treated my dog like one of their own. They are an active, energetic, dog loving home. I would highly recommend!!”
“Kaylee was great! She was so sweet with Belle, our beagle. She was very flexible with pick up and drop off. Very trustworthy and I can tell she just loves animals and loves to help other people.”
“Bethany was wonderful your Benny! She exercised him, played with him and kept him entertained with her two other dogs. She communicated well and sent plenty of pictures while we were away! Will definitely be using Bethany again!”
“Kaylene was a wonderful host & made my dog feel right at home. She was very accommodating & kept an open line of communication the entire time, it was a great peace of mind. We plan on using her again for many more future boarding needs”
“Deirdre was wonderful! She was very patient with us (we were late for our initial meeting) and with our dogs. She was very flexible when it came to drop off and pick up. Our dogs seemed very happy when they came home. Typically they are stressed when they come home from a boarding overnight and that wasn't the case this time. We would highly recommend her services!”
About: I was raised on a farm and have always had dogs growing up. I have been a pet sitter and dog walker for over a decade. I have cared for pets with specific medical needs requiring daily pills or shots and dogs post surgery. For some dogs, I would help work on their social skills by going to the dog park or downtown so they can be near people. I’ve been known to surprise my regulars with a new toy or treat, because my goal is to make your dog happy. If training is your goal, I can help you enforce those good habits. I’m most fully available mornings, evenings, and weekends. I currently work afternoons and at a church on Sundays. I'm in school full time, but classes are on zoom in the evenings, so I would be able to supervise your pet at that time. I have a dachshund in my home to keep your pet company. We have a large yard and we’re near several nature trails so there are plenty of options for releasing energy! We also have a sandbox (with a lid) if your dog likes to dig.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats and most farm animals since I was a kid. Going into my late 20s I really do have a passion in caring for any kind of animal and ensuring the best care possible. I'm currently working from home so my availability is flexible and open. I am more than happy to work with your fur babies at any given moment as long as i have a 24 hour notice. shoot me a message and i will work with your schedule the best i can. My dog gets treated like a human, she is spoiled and treated with so much love & care. She gets walks, playtime in the park, and treats as necessary
“Savannah was great to work with. My cat Leo was returned to me healthy and happy. I was sent severely pictures of Leo during the week I was on vacation. I would be happy to use Savannah again!”
“Rachel was great about giving me updates, sending pictures, and video. Overall communication was excellent. Our dog looked like he was at ease and enjoying his time with Rachel and her family. We will definitely book with Rachel and her family in the future.”
“Allen did a wonderful job taking care of our girl and was very responsive to messages as well as flexible with drop off and pick up times. We would definitely love to book with Allen again ?”
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Jenny L.Star Sitter
“Cash had a great time with Jenny and Remy! Jenny sent us pictures throughout his stay and Cash and Remy played so well together! It was great to know Cash was well taken care of and had a friend to play with:) Cash is excited to go back to visit again!”
Shannon F.Star Sitter
“Max really enjoyed staying with Shannon. I really liked getting the video updates from Max's stay. I would definitely recommend Shannon to anyone that is looking for a trusted person to watch their dog. And Max got to play with his 3 dogs, his dogs are all very sweet and loving❤️ Max will be staying here again!”
Shaun & Katie R.Star Sitter
“Shaun and Katie took really great care of Shadow! We loved the pictures and videos of him. We really appreciated how the family got to know him and cared for him. We highly recommend!!!”
Rachel M.Star Sitter
“Our active Golden got to stay with Rachel and Dolly for our trip to Europe. Rachel sent us pics everyday. He and Rachel’s dog played and got along very well. Rachel was aware of Javy’s need and tool time to discuss this with her. Very happy pup when we returned and he obviously seemed to be happy every day. I would trust Rachel with Javy anytime. Thanks Rachel!”
Angie B.
“Angie took care of our dog from Thursday-Tuesday and he came home exhausted! I appreciated the pictures and updates and truly believe he enjoyed his time with her and her pets! Will use in the future. Super reliable, great communication 🙂”
Morgan U.
“This is the first time this pup was left with a sitter and we felt very secure leaving her. We have used Morgan and her family before with our other pup and knew she would be taken care of and pictures were sent daily, along with communication on how she was doing.”
Sonja & Tim B.
“Sonja & Tim are great and easy to work with! They send pictures and video updates for Goji throughout the stay. We can tell Goji had a great time there! Will definitely rebook again in the future and highly recommended!”
Emily C.
“Emily was awesome to work with to meet our needs as a first timer needing dog sitting and with the meet and greet with Daisy! Daisy’s 5 day stay with Emily was great! We were very satisfied.”
Chelsey & Lucas B.
“Chelsey & Lucas were so accommodating, detailed oriented & communicative during my dogs stay at their home. I received regular in depth updates & treated my dog like one of their own. They are an active, energetic, dog loving home. I would highly recommend!!”
Jennifer S.
“I think Jennifer is amazing and my dogs absolutely loved her and she did an amazing job with them. I will bring them to her from now on. Thank you so much.”
Kaylee W.
“Kaylee was great! She was so sweet with Belle, our beagle. She was very flexible with pick up and drop off. Very trustworthy and I can tell she just loves animals and loves to help other people.”
Bethany B.
“Bethany was wonderful your Benny! She exercised him, played with him and kept him entertained with her two other dogs. She communicated well and sent plenty of pictures while we were away! Will definitely be using Bethany again!”
Kaylene O.
“Kaylene was a wonderful host & made my dog feel right at home. She was very accommodating & kept an open line of communication the entire time, it was a great peace of mind. We plan on using her again for many more future boarding needs”
Anna W.Star Sitter
“Thanks Anna for taking great care of Goji! She is very flexible with her time and will definitely be booking her again in the future! Wonderful sitter!”
Deirdre K.
“Deirdre was wonderful! She was very patient with us (we were late for our initial meeting) and with our dogs. She was very flexible when it came to drop off and pick up. Our dogs seemed very happy when they came home. Typically they are stressed when they come home from a boarding overnight and that wasn't the case this time. We would highly recommend her services!”
Jordyn B.
“Jordyn is a wonderful, attentative and caring dog caregiver! She always puts the dog's needs at top priority. She is prompt and reliable, as well as caring and trust-worthy. Above these qualities, she is truly a dog lover and enjoys all the things that dogs like to do. She's just as happy to take your pet out for a walk or a run, as she is to sit and snuggle, or play with toys. She is firm, yet gentle, just as a good doggy lover should be. I highly recommend Jordyn to be a dog sitter for your family.”
Adriana V.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs, cats and most farm animals since I was a kid. Going into my late 20s I really do have a passion in caring for any kind of animal and ensuring the best care possible. I'm currently working from home so my availability is flexible and open. I am more than happy to work with your fur babies at any given moment as long as i have a 24 hour notice. shoot me a message and i will work with your schedule the best i can. My dog gets treated like a human, she is spoiled and treated with so much love & care. She gets walks, playtime in the park, and treats as necessary
Savannah J.
“Savannah was great to work with. My cat Leo was returned to me healthy and happy. I was sent severely pictures of Leo during the week I was on vacation. I would be happy to use Savannah again!”
Rachel L.
“Rachel was great about giving me updates, sending pictures, and video. Overall communication was excellent. Our dog looked like he was at ease and enjoying his time with Rachel and her family. We will definitely book with Rachel and her family in the future.”
Allen G.
“Allen did a wonderful job taking care of our girl and was very responsive to messages as well as flexible with drop off and pick up times. We would definitely love to book with Allen again ?”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Shell Rock is $34 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $238. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Shell Rock dog boarding rates can be found as low as $37 to as high as $37 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 47 sitters provided dog boarding in Shell Rock. 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, 97% of Shell Rock dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Shell Rock.
Rover makes it easy to find Shell Rock 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 47 dog boarding sitters in Shell Rock on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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.
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