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“We absolutely loved our experience Erin!! She was so kind and loving towards our fur baby and treated him like her own. We will definitely be requesting her every time from now on! ❤️”
“Sylvia was wonderful. Her home had a peaceful feeling and she was so calm and kind. She gave me frequent updates on how he was doing and Quilo seemed well cared for and loved. 💛 We would love to use her again.”
“Debbie took such good care of our dog and is a great communicator. Our Rosie was nervous about meeting a new care giver and her dogs when we dropped her off. Debbie assured me she was “doing good” and Rosie was relaxed, happy, and very well cared for when we picked her up. Thanks to Debbie and Rover for top-notch care for our pup!”
“We needed a last minute stay for our dog and Calista & Hannah were very responsive. They're home was a very well run business with smooth drop off and pick up. Boba was happy and exhausted when he came home. We'd definitely rebook and recommend.”
“Tatiana took great care of our pups! We have a pup that is a little more anxious while we are away, but the love and attention that was given was amazing! Making our dogs feel right at home. Just a huge thank you! You put my momma heart at ease.”
“Samantha was fantastic! She took great care of our dog and even went the extra mile when I had to change our reservation due to a family illness. She was kind enough to offer to bring our dog home for us. I will not hesitate to use her services again.”
“If you are looking for someone to take extra care of your fur baby Atie is it! I spent weeks trying to find someone I felt comfortable with leaving my two shih tzus with for a week long trip, As soon as I met with Atie I knew she was going to be perfect and felt at ease immediately after talking with her. My dogs were so happy there! She loves them like her own, they slept with her every night, went on daily walks and got lots of snuggles/love. She works from home and is there with them all day. She has two dogs that my dogs loved to play with and all got along great. She sent us several updates of videos and pictures which I was so grateful for. She really tried to keep what their schedule and home life was like the same so they were comfortable there, She is truly the best! I can’t recommend her enough.”
“Jessalyn provided outstanding care for our dogs during their stay, even over the busy holiday season. She kept us updated with regular photos and messages, giving us peace of mind that our pets were happy and well cared for. It was clear she made them part of her daily routine, which we truly appreciated. Thanks to her, we were able to enjoy time with family without any worries. 5/5—highly recommend and will definitely book with her again!”
“Beverly was great, very communicative and we felt good leaving our pup with her. She sent updates/photos regularly and was quick to respond to messages. Our dog looked like he was having lots of fun!”
“Niyonta was amazing! Bruno had a great time and I felt so comfortable leaving him with her! My big 70lbs dog can be a lot to handle and she did awesome with him! Would book again!”
“Emily is terrific! This is the third time that she has watched my dog for me. I get the cutest pictures of Bonnie playing, having snuggles, going for walks, etc. I know that Bonnie has a great time with Emily and her family and Bonnie comes home happy and tired LOL. I trust Emily and recommend her 1,000% It's not always easy to find a sitter for my tiny dog, so I'm very grateful to be able to call on her!”
“Ashleen was awesome! She took such great care of our dog. She gave updates and made sure he was well taken care of while he was at her house. Will use her again when needing dog care.”
“Cody and Amanda were incredible! Leaving your pet behind can be stressful, but from the moment we connected with them, we knew our pup was in the best hands. They went above and beyond every step of the way, treating our Teddy like one of their own. He had an absolute blast playing with their two doodles all weekend, and they kept us updated with sweet photos and messages that put our minds at ease. When we picked him up, he was the happiest we’ve ever seen him after a Rover stay. You could truly tell he was loved, snuggled, and so well cared for. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly, highly recommend! We’ll definitely be booking with them again!”
“Max seemed to really enjoy his stay! I was gone for 5 days, and this was the longest time I've been away that Max has stayed with someone not in my house. Pamela kept me updated with pictures, giving me all the peace-of-mind I needed. I would be more than comfortable letting my dog stay with her again in the future.”
“Kimber is the best! She will love your dog like it is your own. My dog Chewy loves it there! As soon as we pull up he gets so excited! Thanks Kimber! We will be booking again! ❤️”
“Rebeca took care of our labradoodle while we were on a trip. She is awesome, she took her out for walks and played a lot with the ball with her, she also sent a lot of pictures everyday and kept us informed all the time. I’ll definitely book with her again next time. Thank you Rebeca!”
“Heidi was so great with our dog.I checked my cameras often and she was so dependable showed up when she said she was. You can tell she really had a love for dogs because was always playing with her. I will definitely be using Heidi the next time I go out of town.”
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Erin H.
Star Sitter
“We absolutely loved our experience Erin!! She was so kind and loving towards our fur baby and treated him like her own. We will definitely be requesting her every time from now on! ❤️”
Sylvia B.Star Sitter
“Sylvia was wonderful. Her home had a peaceful feeling and she was so calm and kind. She gave me frequent updates on how he was doing and Quilo seemed well cared for and loved. 💛 We would love to use her again.”
Debbie O.Star Sitter
“Debbie took such good care of our dog and is a great communicator. Our Rosie was nervous about meeting a new care giver and her dogs when we dropped her off. Debbie assured me she was “doing good” and Rosie was relaxed, happy, and very well cared for when we picked her up. Thanks to Debbie and Rover for top-notch care for our pup!”
Calista & Hannah B.Star Sitter
“We needed a last minute stay for our dog and Calista & Hannah were very responsive. They're home was a very well run business with smooth drop off and pick up. Boba was happy and exhausted when he came home. We'd definitely rebook and recommend.”
Tatiana S.Star Sitter
“Tatiana took great care of our pups! We have a pup that is a little more anxious while we are away, but the love and attention that was given was amazing! Making our dogs feel right at home. Just a huge thank you! You put my momma heart at ease.”
Samantha J.Star Sitter
“Samantha was fantastic! She took great care of our dog and even went the extra mile when I had to change our reservation due to a family illness. She was kind enough to offer to bring our dog home for us. I will not hesitate to use her services again.”
Atie A.Star Sitter
“If you are looking for someone to take extra care of your fur baby Atie is it! I spent weeks trying to find someone I felt comfortable with leaving my two shih tzus with for a week long trip, As soon as I met with Atie I knew she was going to be perfect and felt at ease immediately after talking with her. My dogs were so happy there! She loves them like her own, they slept with her every night, went on daily walks and got lots of snuggles/love. She works from home and is there with them all day. She has two dogs that my dogs loved to play with and all got along great. She sent us several updates of videos and pictures which I was so grateful for. She really tried to keep what their schedule and home life was like the same so they were comfortable there, She is truly the best! I can’t recommend her enough.”
Jared S.
“Jared took great care of our dog. I loved getting the daily picture updates. Roy appeared to have had a good experience. We would definitely use Jared in the future.”
Jessalyn G.Star Sitter
“Jessalyn provided outstanding care for our dogs during their stay, even over the busy holiday season. She kept us updated with regular photos and messages, giving us peace of mind that our pets were happy and well cared for. It was clear she made them part of her daily routine, which we truly appreciated. Thanks to her, we were able to enjoy time with family without any worries. 5/5—highly recommend and will definitely book with her again!”
Sarah C.Star Sitter
“Sarah and her family were lovely to work with. We had such a hectic schedule and she was more than willing to work with me when things came up unexpectedly.”
Beverly C.
“Beverly was great, very communicative and we felt good leaving our pup with her. She sent updates/photos regularly and was quick to respond to messages. Our dog looked like he was having lots of fun!”
Niyonta C.Star Sitter
“Niyonta was amazing! Bruno had a great time and I felt so comfortable leaving him with her! My big 70lbs dog can be a lot to handle and she did awesome with him! Would book again!”
Emily P.Star Sitter
“Emily is terrific! This is the third time that she has watched my dog for me. I get the cutest pictures of Bonnie playing, having snuggles, going for walks, etc. I know that Bonnie has a great time with Emily and her family and Bonnie comes home happy and tired LOL. I trust Emily and recommend her 1,000% It's not always easy to find a sitter for my tiny dog, so I'm very grateful to be able to call on her!”
Ashleen O.Star Sitter
“Ashleen was awesome! She took such great care of our dog. She gave updates and made sure he was well taken care of while he was at her house. Will use her again when needing dog care.”
Amanda & Cody A.Star Sitter
“Cody and Amanda were incredible! Leaving your pet behind can be stressful, but from the moment we connected with them, we knew our pup was in the best hands. They went above and beyond every step of the way, treating our Teddy like one of their own. He had an absolute blast playing with their two doodles all weekend, and they kept us updated with sweet photos and messages that put our minds at ease. When we picked him up, he was the happiest we’ve ever seen him after a Rover stay. You could truly tell he was loved, snuggled, and so well cared for. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly, highly recommend! We’ll definitely be booking with them again!”
Pamela F.
“Max seemed to really enjoy his stay! I was gone for 5 days, and this was the longest time I've been away that Max has stayed with someone not in my house. Pamela kept me updated with pictures, giving me all the peace-of-mind I needed. I would be more than comfortable letting my dog stay with her again in the future.”
Lynsie H.
“Lynsie was awesome with our dog she went above and beyond.”
Kimber A.Star Sitter
“Kimber is the best! She will love your dog like it is your own. My dog Chewy loves it there! As soon as we pull up he gets so excited! Thanks Kimber! We will be booking again! ❤️”
Rebeca L.
“Rebeca took care of our labradoodle while we were on a trip. She is awesome, she took her out for walks and played a lot with the ball with her, she also sent a lot of pictures everyday and kept us informed all the time. I’ll definitely book with her again next time. Thank you Rebeca!”
Heidi N.
“Heidi was so great with our dog.I checked my cameras often and she was so dependable showed up when she said she was. You can tell she really had a love for dogs because was always playing with her. I will definitely be using Heidi the next time I go out of town.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Smithfield is $32 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $224. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Smithfield dog boarding rates can be found as low as $29 to as high as $49 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 110 sitters provided dog boarding in Smithfield. 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, 95% of Smithfield dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Smithfield.
Rover makes it easy to find Smithfield 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 110 dog boarding sitters in Smithfield 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.
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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