Dog Boarding in Shirley, MA
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“I appreciated Dayana’s quick response and willingness to accept a last minute boarding request for our dog while away for a long weekend. She allowed me to stop by ahead of booking with her to view her house and yard. She has a thoughtful set up for ensuring dogs will be comfortable in her house with dog beds, toys, and treats. She was also flexible to accept a later pick-up time when we returned home. Dayana sent both pictures and videos, which made me feel comfortable that our dog was in good hands. I would use her again.”


“Matt is absolutely amazing. He really took care of my dog during the 40 days we were away. He sent pics and videos daily and he's really responsive to questions and requests. My dog had a good time with Matt. I would definitely recommend Matt to anyone who needs boarding service.”


“Philip and Chelsea were amazing with our dog Cooper! We were a little nervous, since this was Cooper’s first time away from us. Though Cooper was nervous at first he warmed right up to Philip and Chelsea and the other dogs that were there. We loved the pictures and updates we got about Cooper’s visit. I highly recommend having Philip and Chelsea watch your dog. They are great with dogs, have an amazing space for the dogs to play and take such good care of them. I will be booking them again whenever I need someone to watch Cooper while we are gone.”


“This was the best first Rover experience we could have ever hoped for. Our big boy Toby was relaxed and happy and well cared for. We loved the photo updates! I am so glad to have found such a wonderful home away from home for Toby.”



“Allison was very responsive and took great care of Reggie. She took him for walks every day and send pictures. He seemed very happy when we picked him up. Will definitely rebook again!”


“Riven and Matt are very experienced in dog care. Dexter was well taken care of, he was happy and quite himself when we picked him up. I highly recommend Riven and Matt.”


“My dog is a regular customer always happy to be at Michael’s house. He takes good care of her while we were away so no need to worry about our dog. Highly recommend leaving your pup with him. Michael is quick in replying which we like.”


“From the start, Paul was great to work with. At our initial meeting with him to meet our dog Otis and to see his facilities, we could tell Otis would be in good hands. We received regular updates/pictures on Otis. Paul reached out with questions when the need arose. We would absolutely recommend Paul to watch over your furry kids when you are out of town. Thanks Paul!”


“Great communication and more than willing to accommodate my dog with allergy issues! They were also super warm and friendly with my dogs as well, which was exactly what I was looking for! 🥰 🐶”


“Connie was great! So patient with my dog, who took a little while to get comfortable, easy to communicate with, and clearly a devoted dog lover!”


“Danielle was fantastic. She took great care of Lizzie, sent lots of pictures, and Lizzie looked incredibly happy and enjoyed the company of Danielle's dogs.”


“We have used Hugo & Julia several times and have always been satisfied with their care of our dog Beau. They send updates and pictures during his stay with them. They are excellent!”


“Hannah and Drew are the best! Our girls were so comfortable and had a wonderful time with their pups, a home away from home. See you guys again soon!”


“Noy is always a great sitter for our dog. He is so happy when we drop him off. He loves going for walks with her. She takes good care of him.”


“We had such a terrific experience leaving our pup here! It was the first vacation we had taken without her and we were a bit nervous but Michelle and Mike were so great about sending updates and pics throughout the week. It helped us relax and enjoy ourselves knowing our dog was in great hands!”


“We had an awesome experience with Shankar. He and his family took great care of Bruce. He shared pictures through the stay which put our minds at ease. Bruce had a great time there with Piku his dog. He came back home very happy and had a great time with them. We would certainly board Bruce with him again. Thank you.”


“Recommended. Sent pictures everyday for 2 weeks! Was available anytime for communication and prompt. Completely worry free. solid and reliable. I was worried our dog didn't want to leave because it was so good. Home and grounds are spot clean and clutter free. Ideal place and people. She is the one. You found her.”


“Would not hesitate to bring our pup to Briana, ever. She takes good care of him and sends updates along the way to put your mind at ease. Highly recommend. Thanks Briana!”


“We thought we’d feel guilty leaving our dog behind for vacation, but knowing she was having the time of her life with Dawn and her family made all the difference! Their love and attention to her care were evident in every update, and we couldn’t get enough of the adorable photos and videos. We’re so grateful to have found such a wonderful family for her to stay!”


“Our two dogs stayed with Robert and his family for about a week and had a great time! Robert was very easy to communicate with, and we got lots of photos of the dogs loving life while there. We would definitely book with them again!”

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1. Dayana C.

“I appreciated Dayana’s quick response and willingness to accept a last minute boarding request for our dog while away for a long weekend. She allowed me to stop by ahead of booking with her to view her house and yard. She has a thoughtful set up for ensuring dogs will be comfortable in her house with dog beds, toys, and treats. She was also flexible to accept a later pick-up time when we returned home. Dayana sent both pictures and videos, which made me feel comfortable that our dog was in good hands. I would use her again.”


2. matt w.

“Matt is absolutely amazing. He really took care of my dog during the 40 days we were away. He sent pics and videos daily and he's really responsive to questions and requests. My dog had a good time with Matt. I would definitely recommend Matt to anyone who needs boarding service.”


3. Phillip G.

“Philip and Chelsea were amazing with our dog Cooper! We were a little nervous, since this was Cooper’s first time away from us. Though Cooper was nervous at first he warmed right up to Philip and Chelsea and the other dogs that were there. We loved the pictures and updates we got about Cooper’s visit. I highly recommend having Philip and Chelsea watch your dog. They are great with dogs, have an amazing space for the dogs to play and take such good care of them. I will be booking them again whenever I need someone to watch Cooper while we are gone.”


4. Brian S.


“This was the best first Rover experience we could have ever hoped for. Our big boy Toby was relaxed and happy and well cared for. We loved the photo updates! I am so glad to have found such a wonderful home away from home for Toby.”




5. Allison H.

“Allison was very responsive and took great care of Reggie. She took him for walks every day and send pictures. He seemed very happy when we picked him up. Will definitely rebook again!”


6. Riven H.

“Riven and Matt are very experienced in dog care. Dexter was well taken care of, he was happy and quite himself when we picked him up. I highly recommend Riven and Matt.”


7. Michael B.


“My dog is a regular customer always happy to be at Michael’s house. He takes good care of her while we were away so no need to worry about our dog. Highly recommend leaving your pup with him. Michael is quick in replying which we like.”


8. paul d.

“From the start, Paul was great to work with. At our initial meeting with him to meet our dog Otis and to see his facilities, we could tell Otis would be in good hands. We received regular updates/pictures on Otis. Paul reached out with questions when the need arose. We would absolutely recommend Paul to watch over your furry kids when you are out of town. Thanks Paul!”


9. Meriah & Kevin O.

“Great communication and more than willing to accommodate my dog with allergy issues! They were also super warm and friendly with my dogs as well, which was exactly what I was looking for! 🥰 🐶”


10. Connie M.

“Connie was great! So patient with my dog, who took a little while to get comfortable, easy to communicate with, and clearly a devoted dog lover!”


11. Danielle D.

“Danielle was fantastic. She took great care of Lizzie, sent lots of pictures, and Lizzie looked incredibly happy and enjoyed the company of Danielle's dogs.”


12. Hugo & Julia C.

“We have used Hugo & Julia several times and have always been satisfied with their care of our dog Beau. They send updates and pictures during his stay with them. They are excellent!”


13. Hannah & Drew C.
“Hannah and Drew are the best! Our girls were so comfortable and had a wonderful time with their pups, a home away from home. See you guys again soon!”




14. Noy H.


“Noy is always a great sitter for our dog. He is so happy when we drop him off. He loves going for walks with her. She takes good care of him.”


15. Michelle & Mike P.

“We had such a terrific experience leaving our pup here! It was the first vacation we had taken without her and we were a bit nervous but Michelle and Mike were so great about sending updates and pics throughout the week. It helped us relax and enjoy ourselves knowing our dog was in great hands!”


16. Shankar M.

“We had an awesome experience with Shankar. He and his family took great care of Bruce. He shared pictures through the stay which put our minds at ease. Bruce had a great time there with Piku his dog. He came back home very happy and had a great time with them. We would certainly board Bruce with him again. Thank you.”


17. Liliya R.

“Recommended. Sent pictures everyday for 2 weeks! Was available anytime for communication and prompt. Completely worry free. solid and reliable. I was worried our dog didn't want to leave because it was so good. Home and grounds are spot clean and clutter free. Ideal place and people. She is the one. You found her.”


18. Briana R.


“Would not hesitate to bring our pup to Briana, ever. She takes good care of him and sends updates along the way to put your mind at ease. Highly recommend. Thanks Briana!”


19. Dawn P.

“We thought we’d feel guilty leaving our dog behind for vacation, but knowing she was having the time of her life with Dawn and her family made all the difference! Their love and attention to her care were evident in every update, and we couldn’t get enough of the adorable photos and videos. We’re so grateful to have found such a wonderful family for her to stay!”


20. Robert H.


“Our two dogs stayed with Robert and his family for about a week and had a great time! Robert was very easy to communicate with, and we got lots of photos of the dogs loving life while there. We would definitely book with them again!”
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As of May 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Shirley is $60 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $420. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Shirley dog boarding rates can be found as low as $32 to as high as $64 per night.
As of May 2025, 790 sitters provided dog boarding in Shirley. 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 Shirley dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Shirley have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 Shirley.
Rover makes it easy to find Shirley 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 790 dog boarding sitters in Shirley on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Shirley, 90% of sitters offer daily exercise, 99% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
