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Elizabeth & Rodrigo S.
Star Sitter
$64
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
18 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02145

“Howie runs into Elizabeth and Rodrigo’s home every time I drop him off like it’s his own home!! That’s all you can ask for as a pet parent!! They are so communicative, flexible and kind.”

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Joann W.
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Todd V.
Star Sitter
$79
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
8 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Medford, MA, 02155

“Todd was awesome! Very communicative and attentive, and clearly seemed to provide a great environment for Beau to stay. He came home clearly taken care of, calm, and happy.”

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Kristen R.
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John C.
Star Sitter
$67
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 55 reviews
9 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02145

“John did an amazing job watching my dog LD! He took care of her for 9 nights 10 days while we were on vacation. He provided daily updates and I never worried or wondered what she was up to. My dog has separation anxiety and blues and John dealt with it by adjusting to what she was comfortable with regarding feeding schedule and going outside. He is a very trustworthy dog sitter. Thank you again John!”

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Merrit L.
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Victoria B.
Star Sitter
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 293 reviews
113 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Chelsea, MA, 02150

“I can’t say enough good things about Victoria and Antonio’s superb care for my senior dog, Rocky. I could tell my little guy was well adjusted to being with them after a week’s stay. I always get nervous leaving him but it makes a world of difference knowing that he’s in good, loving hands. Victoria sent regular photo updates and she had no problem managing Rocky’s daily meds. Thank you again, Victoria and Antonio!”

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Patrick G.
Star Sitter
$64
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 78 reviews
21 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Medford, MA, 02155

“Patrick did an outstanding job taking care of my dog, Grace Warrior. Grace is a 94 lbs bundle of energy, and Patrick managed her needs perfectly. He was professional, attentive, and clearly experienced with handling large dogs. Grace came back happy and well-cared for, and I could tell she enjoyed her time with him. I felt completely at ease knowing she was in good hands. I highly recommend Patrick to anyone looking for a trustworthy and capable pet sitter. Thank you, Patrick, for your excellent care!”

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Geraldine R.
$56
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Malden, MA, 02148

“Geraldine and her family took wonderful care of Izzy during our three-week vacation. They followed all our requests, responded instantly, and sent regular updates and photos. Izzy always looked relaxed and happy — whether lounging on the couch or out on walks — and came home in great spirits, settling right back into her routine.”

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Jozef O.
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Zwany & Leandro C.
Star Sitter
$62
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 131 reviews
57 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Winthrop, MA, 02152

“My pup had a great time with Zwany and Leandro! They truly go above and beyond for the dogs they care for. I loved getting daily updates of all the fun activities they planned!”

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Isabella S.
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Guillermo M.
Star Sitter
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Medford, MA, 02155

“Guillermo was absolutely amazing with our dog, Lola. He took such great care of her and kept us constantly updated with messages and photos, which really put us at ease while we were away. It’s never easy leaving your pet behind, but Guillermo made the whole experience completely stress free. We could tell Lola was happy, comfortable, and very well cared for the entire time. We’re so grateful for his attentiveness and kindness, and we would 100% trust him with Lola again. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lynne C.
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Lynne C.
Star Sitter
$100
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 376 reviews
74 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02143

“Lynne is a life saver! I had an emergency trip away and needed someone to care for my border collie, Zappa. Lynne responded promptly and made herself available to watch Zap on very short notice. Suffice to say, Zappa had a wonderful time w/Lynne -- and I have the photos to prove it!”

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Michelle C.
Star Sitter
$84
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
22 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02145

“Michelle always takes excellent care of my girl, Gertie. She is responsive, provides regular updates, and is the kind of auntie every pup hopes to have. Gertie can't wait for her next sleepover there!”

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Susan M.
Sitter Profile Image: Christina B.
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Christina B.
Star Sitter
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
13 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Wellington-Harrington, Cambridge, MA, 02141

“Had a great experience boarding my Golden Retriever with Christina! From the initial meet & greet I could tell Christina was competent, professional, and caring. Leading up to and throughout the boarding she was communicative and sent multiple pictures daily, so I know my dog had a great time. Drop-off and pick-ups were easy. Overall really pleased with the boarding service and will be boarding with Christina again soon!”

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Samuel S.
Sitter Profile Image: Zelun W.
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Zelun W.
Star Sitter
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
8 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Arlington, MA, 02474

“Zelun was so good with our dog. We will definitely be using zelun in the future. He sent lots of photos and had great communication. He also brought Iggy on many adventures each day like the park and nice walks!”

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Erik L.
Sitter Profile Image: Ilya V.
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Ilya V.
$73
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 118 reviews
30 repeat clients
3 years of experience
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA, 02141

“It was clear that our dog was in excellent hands! Ilya was dedicated to providing tons of exercise in the parks nearby, and giving us detailed, routine updates on how the days were going. What sets Ilyad apart is his commitment to communication – these regular, detailed updates put our minds at ease and let us know our dog was thriving. We feel incredibly fortunate to have found such a reliable and responsible caretaker for our 2 year old Whippet, we can't recommend him highly enough! Chelsey & Dan”

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Chelsey S.
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Belinda B.
Star Sitter
$89
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
12 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Stoneham, MA, 02180

“Would Brooke Belinda anytime! She is incredible with dogs and just a joy to meet. Anytime Rigatoni needs a friendly place to stay we are going with Belinda.”

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Betsy C.
$78
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 81 reviews
42 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Arlington, MA, 02474

“Betsy and her family are kind, caring and thoughtful. I’m confident my Beagle safe and well cared for when she is with her. 🥰 Highly recommended.”

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Claire R.
Sitter Profile Image: Greta W.
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Greta W.
Star Sitter
$50
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
5 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA, 02139

“Greta and her pup Juniper were wonderful hosts! My dog is nervous in new places and is more comfortable when another dog is around. Greta was patient and loving. I felt really comfortable leaving him with her for the weekend. Greta gave lots of updates and pictures. Would definitely recommend!”

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Julie J.
Star Sitter
$67
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 244 reviews
74 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Brookline, MA, 02445

“Julie was simply fantastic with Wesley. She let him sniff around and learn get comfortable in her apartment while I was there to make sure he was ok. Lots of photos and Infor a laugh as she she shared a Wesley story as she took him for a walk and he waited hopefully for some free pizza. I would definitely rebook.”

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Stephen F.
Sitter Profile Image: Shuhua W.
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Shuhua W.
Star Sitter
$89
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 118 reviews
26 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Allston-Brighton, Boston, MA, 02134

“I had such a wonderful experience. Shuhua went above and beyond to make sure lilac was well taken care of. I got lots of updates & pictures and she was exceptionally kind. I will definitely be booking again.”

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Elaine T.
Sitter Profile Image: Shana S.
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Shana S.
$67
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 year of experience
Brookline, MA, 02446

“Shana was great with our dog Basil! She watched her just overnight but Basil definitely looks like she got plenty of walks, attention, and couch time! Will definitely keep Shana in mind for future sits!”

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Kara F.
Sitter Profile Image: Maddy K.
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Maddy K.
Star Sitter
$76
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
East Cambridge, Somerville, MA, 02144

“Maddy was so wonderful with my dog Jester!! We got tons of pictures and videos and you could tell how happy Jester was staying there. I was assured the whole time that my dog was well taken care of. We will use her again!”

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Lauren C.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Somerville is $65

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cindy was wonderful. I was in town for work and needed someone to watch my baby overnight. He’s very attached to me, and Cindy was so patient with him and sent so photo many updates. I would not hesitate to use her again!

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Jennifer H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Matias was great with latke, he seemed happy and well taken care of when we picked him up! One thing to note: we didn’t realize there would be other dogs with him throughout the week. I don’t think it mentioned that anywhere on the booking or in any messages beforehand so if that’s a problem for your dog, just keep that in mind! There seemed to always be at least 1-2 other dogs there at a time.

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Liza & Devin p.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alejandro was great with Pierre, he sent updates, was very responsive and accommodating. He even brushed him out which was great. I would definitely book again.

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Lani N.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Great sitters! Carlos was very communicative, and the couple took good care of my pomeranian. Chiffon was clean and healthy and mat-free when we got her back after a couple of days of boarding. Would recomment!

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Chengyi L.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Mehlani was amazing!! We’ve never left our dog with a sitter before, however we felt so comfortable leaving her with Mehlani, and knew she was in great care during our vacation. She sent us pictures every day and provided us with lots of updates. Thank you Mehlani! We will definitely rebook with you.

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Brooke M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

I always worry when Wesley is with a new sitter and this was going to be for over a week. I saw all of the positive reviews for Michael and I can attest that they are 100% spot on. Michael shared so many great photos of Wesley during his stay running and playing with the other dogs and having a fantastic time. You can see the exuberance in his face in half the photos. He was having so much fun that I was actually a little worried that he wouldn't want to come home! I whole heartedly recommend Michael and his concierge door-to-door service and will absolutely use him again.

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Stephen F.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashley was an excellent sitter! This was our first experience using Rover and leaving our dog with a new person. It went incredibly well. Ashley was super communicative and answered our questions before we even asked. She was flexible with timing for the meet and greet and for drop off and pickup. We loved the photos and the frequent updates! It was wonderful knowing our dog was being well taken care of (and getting lots of play time in the backyard) while we were away. He also needs medicine and can sometimes be difficult with taking it, but Ashley had no problems. Glad to have another option for dog care when we travel! Thank you to Ashley and her family for making our dog another one of their pack for the weekend 😀

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Megan H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Molly watched our golden Maisel and did an excellent job!! We received lots of pictures and it always seemed like Maisel was having a great time! Maisel can be anxious so it was awesome to find someone as caring and friendly as Molly! We’ll definitely book again 😊

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Lauren S.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lucy loved staying with Fernanda so much that we had to rebook! She is always responsive and sends us updates of the fun Lucy is having, so we know she’s in good hands!

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Michaela C.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah and Ari welcomed our high energy 6 month old pup. They were attentive to her needs, regularly updated us, and showed her a lot of love. We were able to trust that she was in capable hands while we were away.

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Kristine T.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sydney did an absolute amazing job watching my chocolate lab Sadie. Always sent me updates and pictures of Sadie during her stay with Sydney. Cannot recommend Sydney enough and will definitely be coming to her with any more needs for my pup! 10/10 recommend!! Thank you again!

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Kyle H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had never use Rover before but had to travel internationally for 12 days and none of our family or friends could take our 14 week old puppy, Pepper. We found Savar and he offered to meet up before the handoff to meet us and our puppy. He asked all the right questions about our training. Savar was happy to help with some of the training and behavioral things we were working on as well! We had an easy drop off and got frequent pictures, videos, and texts throughout Pepper’s stay. When we picked him up, Pepper was a very happy and well cared for dog. We would not hesitate to rebook Savar and would recommend him to other first time or repeat Rover users!

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Stephanie C.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ben took good care of Sunny. He was happy and healthy after a week long stay. Ben was friendly and responsive. I'll happily book with him and his family again.

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Aram B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

John did a great job taking care of our dog this week! He was very responsive, and sent us updates three times a day. Our dog was excited to see him and was clearly well cared for. We would book with John again.

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Sophia P.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Phillipa is superb. She was very understanding and accommodating in dealing with my dog Leo's separation anxiety. Leo obviously adores her, and from the photos she sent, was very comfortable in her lovely home. He loves walking on the Commonwealth Mall and got a lot of exercise doing that while I was away. Consider yourself lucky if she has an opening when you need to go away.

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Beverly M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Love Cheuck and Michael. They are always there for our boxer Ollie. I appreciate them for everything they do to take care of him while we are away. They are our go-to dog sitters.

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Mark M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Annika was great at handling our dog-reactive dog. Very flexible and followed all of our directions.

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Jared P.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Coco had an awesome stay with Kamila the week that we were away. He was well cared for and Kamila was great keeping up with our active dog. Kamilla's two dogs ended up being good conpanions for Coco during the week.

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Cara R.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexa has been wonderful with Togo, he had a great time with her! I also appreciated the daily updates and pictures that Alexa sent throughout the stay. I would definitely reach out to her in the future when Togo needs care

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Lucie T.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Samichya was so communicative and accommodating. We were able to do a meet and greet before watching my little pup. And there was check-in and communication even prior to the day to make sure that all information was provided. While I was away, I received text messages and videos on a daily basis. It was a right amount of check-in. It really made me happy to know that my dog was being taken care of. They understood how much he means to me and it showed through the questions and the general interest on how to take care of him while I was gone. I would highly recommend. They were also very accommodating when my flight was going to be very late. They were still willing to allow me to come pick him up pretty late into the evening even though we were able to avoid that. I still appreciated the willingness to accommodate. I will definitely be rebooking.

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Michaela S.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Somerville on Rover is $61.05 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 3,990 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Somerville. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

93% of Somerville sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Somerville landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Somerville home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Somerville.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Somerville sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in MA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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