Dog Boarding in Smithsburg, MD
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“Jeannie and Robert and their daughter, Peanut were amazing dog sitters! They were very accommodating and made our dog, Ruby welcome in their home. Ruby was well taken care of during 22 days stay with this family. She got to eat fresh cooked meal and to sleep on Peanut ’s bed and hang out on the sofa. We received daily updates with a lot of pictures and videos. We’ll definitely use Jeannie & Robert’s service again in the future.”


“I was hesitant to leave my beagle with someone else while I went on a trip, but as soon as I met Emily and saw her home and yard, I knew it would be OK. It was more than OK! I never worried about Nelly and she clearly had a good time there.”


“Renee always does a great job with our two dogs. We never have to worry when we have to go out of town because she is always communicative and cares so much about our pups. We’re so lucky to have found her!!”


“Graham Cracker was very relaxed and comfortable when we came to pick him up. She kept us up to date with photos. It was a great experience. We would definitely use her again!”


“Rose was wonderful with Baxter! He was one happy puppy playing with Nola and taking walks with Rose. He was giving kisses when he left. We have already booked our second visit with Rose! She is awesome and I strongly recommend her!”


“Charlie was an incredible dog sitter for my Boston Terrier, Huckleberry. From the start, he was kind, professional, and accommodating. I appreciated the regular photo updates of Huckleberry enjoying his time, especially at the park! Huckleberry loved hanging out with Charlie's two dogs, who were the perfect playmates. Even when I was late for pickup, Charlie was super understanding and flexible. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about the dogs he watches, and I felt completely at ease knowing Huckleberry was in good hands. I highly recommend Charlie and will definitely book him again!”


“Kelly was absolutely amazing ! She took care of Mamgo as though it was one of her own fur babies. Always sending updates and pics. You could tell she made him feel at home ! We will definitely be calling her again to watch over our sweet boy. Thanks Kelly !”


“Kelli was phenomenal. My two babies had a blast boarding with her at her home. There were other dogs and her farm was a great environment. It was like my puppies were away at camp. They came home tired and happy. Kelli sent several pictures every day and updates. We will definitely use her services again.”


“Kristine and her family were wonderful with our two dogs! They treated them like their own and our dogs seemed so happy and comfortable in their home, with their kids and their dog. I loved getting updates/pics of them and communication was great. we will definitely book again!”


“Our dog Mia had the BEST time with Ruth while we were on vacation. She sent me pictures every day and spoiled her! She had puppy ice cream, walks every day, and came home so happy. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay! We will definitely return!”


“Jesse has taken care of our 14 year old dog, Mocha, while we went out of town several times now. She treats Mocha like a member of her family, giving her lots of attention. Jesse posts lots of pictures as well letting me see how she is doing.”


“Nala had a wonderful time with Erica, she can sometimes be anxy in new environments but she seemed like she was very comfortable at her place. I loved receiving pics and video updates. Erica was able to also calm my nerves as this was the first time I was leaving my dog with someone unknown. I would definitely book her again when need be in the future! ❤️”


“We were nervous leaving our 9 month old golden puppy with a sitter for the first time. Ashley was amazing. We did a meet-and-greet before the stay. It was nice seeing her house, huge backyard, and meeting her friendly dogs. Her communication top notch . We got lots of photos, videos and updates during his stay. He had a blast! The whole process significantly exceeded our expectations. We will definitely ask her take care of our puppy again.”


“Lejune is a godsend. She accepted me as a new customer on short notice. Kept in touch with me over the time she kept my 6month old Poodle. She followed the instructions I left regarding feeding and potty schedules. She sent many pictures showing how the stay was going. My pup was very happy and healthy when I picked him up. 10/10 would recommend !”


“Kacy and Justin took excellent care of our anxious senior dog and kept us throughly updated with pictures. Will definitely keep them as one of our go to options for boarding.”


“Melissa is an amazing Dog Sitter!! I am so glad I found her!! She was available on short notice and took great care of our Cocker Spaniel. Ray was very happy when we picked him up and she even dealt with him having a couple of accidents with such patience and care. I will definitely use her again and I’m sure our dog Ray will be happy to see her again. Thanks Melissa!!”

“Sage lived her absolute best life during her 6 night stay with Sandra! I can not say enough incredible things about her stay. We got daily picture updates and you could see how happy sage was! Sandra was flexible and even allowed for us to drop Sage off super early in the morning, 5am and was happy to do it. She has a huge back yard and sage loved that she often had other dogs to play with. Sandra and her family gave her extra love, treats and even let her play in a kiddie pool. We are happy to have found someone we are comfortable watching our 7 month old bernedoodle, prior to this stay we never left her with anyone else. We will definitely use Sandra for future needs and would recommend her to anyone needing a dog sitter.”


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.
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Jeannie & Robert W.Star Sitter

“Jeannie and Robert and their daughter, Peanut were amazing dog sitters! They were very accommodating and made our dog, Ruby welcome in their home. Ruby was well taken care of during 22 days stay with this family. She got to eat fresh cooked meal and to sleep on Peanut ’s bed and hang out on the sofa. We received daily updates with a lot of pictures and videos. We’ll definitely use Jeannie & Robert’s service again in the future.”


Emily B.Star Sitter

“I was hesitant to leave my beagle with someone else while I went on a trip, but as soon as I met Emily and saw her home and yard, I knew it would be OK. It was more than OK! I never worried about Nelly and she clearly had a good time there.”


Renee D.Star Sitter

“Renee always does a great job with our two dogs. We never have to worry when we have to go out of town because she is always communicative and cares so much about our pups. We’re so lucky to have found her!!”


Sarah C.Star Sitter

“Graham Cracker was very relaxed and comfortable when we came to pick him up. She kept us up to date with photos. It was a great experience. We would definitely use her again!”


Rosa L.Star Sitter

“Rose was wonderful with Baxter! He was one happy puppy playing with Nola and taking walks with Rose. He was giving kisses when he left. We have already booked our second visit with Rose! She is awesome and I strongly recommend her!”


Charlie M.Star Sitter

“Charlie was an incredible dog sitter for my Boston Terrier, Huckleberry. From the start, he was kind, professional, and accommodating. I appreciated the regular photo updates of Huckleberry enjoying his time, especially at the park! Huckleberry loved hanging out with Charlie's two dogs, who were the perfect playmates. Even when I was late for pickup, Charlie was super understanding and flexible. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about the dogs he watches, and I felt completely at ease knowing Huckleberry was in good hands. I highly recommend Charlie and will definitely book him again!”


Kelly D.

“Kelly was absolutely amazing ! She took care of Mamgo as though it was one of her own fur babies. Always sending updates and pics. You could tell she made him feel at home ! We will definitely be calling her again to watch over our sweet boy. Thanks Kelly !”


Kelli B.Star Sitter

“Kelli was phenomenal. My two babies had a blast boarding with her at her home. There were other dogs and her farm was a great environment. It was like my puppies were away at camp. They came home tired and happy. Kelli sent several pictures every day and updates. We will definitely use her services again.”


Kristine F.

“Kristine and her family were wonderful with our two dogs! They treated them like their own and our dogs seemed so happy and comfortable in their home, with their kids and their dog. I loved getting updates/pics of them and communication was great. we will definitely book again!”


Ruth A.Star Sitter

“Our dog Mia had the BEST time with Ruth while we were on vacation. She sent me pictures every day and spoiled her! She had puppy ice cream, walks every day, and came home so happy. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay! We will definitely return!”


Jesse M.

“Jesse has taken care of our 14 year old dog, Mocha, while we went out of town several times now. She treats Mocha like a member of her family, giving her lots of attention. Jesse posts lots of pictures as well letting me see how she is doing.”


Erika C.Star Sitter

“Nala had a wonderful time with Erica, she can sometimes be anxy in new environments but she seemed like she was very comfortable at her place. I loved receiving pics and video updates. Erica was able to also calm my nerves as this was the first time I was leaving my dog with someone unknown. I would definitely book her again when need be in the future! ❤️”


Tina F.Star Sitter

“She’s great! Tina gave my dog his meds and he felt right at home with her!! I will definitely use her next time I’m on vacation! Thanks for everything Tina!!”


Ashley C.Star Sitter

“We were nervous leaving our 9 month old golden puppy with a sitter for the first time. Ashley was amazing. We did a meet-and-greet before the stay. It was nice seeing her house, huge backyard, and meeting her friendly dogs. Her communication top notch . We got lots of photos, videos and updates during his stay. He had a blast! The whole process significantly exceeded our expectations. We will definitely ask her take care of our puppy again.”


Marne & John B.Star Sitter

“Friendly and caring dog sitters. Our little dog was well taken care of and we received many photos throughout the day. Would definitely book again!”


Lejune G.
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“Lejune is a godsend. She accepted me as a new customer on short notice. Kept in touch with me over the time she kept my 6month old Poodle. She followed the instructions I left regarding feeding and potty schedules. She sent many pictures showing how the stay was going. My pup was very happy and healthy when I picked him up. 10/10 would recommend !”


Kacy R.Star Sitter

“Kacy and Justin took excellent care of our anxious senior dog and kept us throughly updated with pictures. Will definitely keep them as one of our go to options for boarding.”


melissa j.
“Melissa is an amazing Dog Sitter!! I am so glad I found her!! She was available on short notice and took great care of our Cocker Spaniel. Ray was very happy when we picked him up and she even dealt with him having a couple of accidents with such patience and care. I will definitely use her again and I’m sure our dog Ray will be happy to see her again. Thanks Melissa!!”


Sandra C.


“Sage lived her absolute best life during her 6 night stay with Sandra! I can not say enough incredible things about her stay. We got daily picture updates and you could see how happy sage was! Sandra was flexible and even allowed for us to drop Sage off super early in the morning, 5am and was happy to do it. She has a huge back yard and sage loved that she often had other dogs to play with. Sandra and her family gave her extra love, treats and even let her play in a kiddie pool. We are happy to have found someone we are comfortable watching our 7 month old bernedoodle, prior to this stay we never left her with anyone else. We will definitely use Sandra for future needs and would recommend her to anyone needing a dog sitter.”


Katelyn D.
“I was able to trust Katelyn with my 10 week old puppy while I was away at work for 10+ hours a day. My puppy has a heart condition which at the time we didn’t know much about. Katelyn provided regular updates to help ease the stress of having a a brand new puppy with this condition.”
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Smithsburg is $45
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Sitters in Smithsburg average 11 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Smithsburg is $45 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $315. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Smithsburg dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $63 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 353 sitters provided dog boarding in Smithsburg. 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 Smithsburg dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Smithsburg have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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 Smithsburg.
Rover makes it easy to find Smithsburg 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 353 dog boarding sitters in Smithsburg on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Smithsburg, 89% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 89% 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.
