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“Russell had a marvelous time with Zwany and Leandro. They were very communicative and provided a loving home for our pup while we were away. We will be repeat customers for sure!”


“This is our second stay with Lucy, and as always she was wonderful! Very accommodating and also sends lots of photos which I appreciated. She always makes it feel like our Archie is part of the family! :)”


“Anna is the best sitter you could ever ask for. You can walk away with a confidence that your pet is in the safest hands. She took our dog around the city and took incredible care of him. She is extremely thorough and prompt in her communication. She is also a great photographer and be ready to get amazing pics of your pet.”


“Tae was available on short notice to keep my baby during a family trip. She sent tons of pics and updates which I very much appreciated and my baby seemed to very much enjoy herself during her stay with Tae! Would definitely recommend her taking care of anyone’s sweet fur babies! Her dog, Udon, was so cute and sweet as well!”


“Yizi sent lots of pictures, responded promptly to any questions. My small dog was very happy to arrive at her apartment and was well rested and content when I picked him up. I would definitely book with her again!”



“I am ridiculously anxious leaving my Crusoe with anyone as he is overly attached to me and has anxiety issues when I'm gone for more than a few hours. I was pretty apprehensive about leaving him with new people for a weekend while I flew to a friend's wedding. But Lissette was so helpful and made him feel at ease with lots of cuddles from her and her family. She sent me constant updates and photos to help sooth my worries and I was able to relax knowing he was in such capable hands. I was very pleased with the experience and will absolutely be booking Lissette again!”

“This was Sandy's first time meeting Ziggy and the two seemed to get along famously. My pup seemed relaxed and well taken care of. And Sandy sent me a group of photos after she had him for a few hours. I'd be totally comfortable leaving him with her over night or for a shorter stay.”


“Kwangwoo was great with Bentley! Super communicative, easy to find times for pick up and drop off. He also sent some fun pictures and kept us updated of Bentley's day. Everything was packed up and ready to go when we came to pick up Bentley! Would definitely recommend and work with Kwangwoo again”


“Amy is fantastic!! This is our husband and I’s first experience with Rover and we will easily book with her again. She was easy to communicate with. Sent us updates with photos and videos and treated Pino like her own. She took him to many walks and let him play in their yard with her pup Bumi. Bonus that they’re close to the beach (perfect for an impromptu dog photoshoot). Thanks so much Amy!!!”


“This is our second time using Mia and Taowei and we will definitely use them again! Barley loves staying with them. They give her plenty of exercises and so much love. They send consistent updates with the best photos! Could not recommend highly enough.”


“Miranda took great care of Skittles while I was away. Skittles appeared to be very comfortable and calm when he met her. She sent daily updates/photos which is very, very important for me while traveling. Great communication. I would definitely recommend Miranda.”


“Jasmine took a good care of our 2 year old cockapoo for the weekend. She regularly send us pictures and updates. She’s nice and flexible, will definitely recommend her.”


“Mike did an amazing job dog-sitting my pup! He was reliable, communicative, and made sure my dog was well cared for and comfortable. I appreciated the updates and could tell my dog was happy and in great hands. I highly recommend Mike to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!”



“Lyn was great with Odin! He was immediately comfortable with her and it was clear she loves dogs/ knows how to take good care of them. Lyn was super easy to communicate with and was flexible with drop off/pick up times. Definitely recommend.”


“Lulu was very happy during her stay with Mee! Mee was very communicative and made sure Lulu got lots of nice walks. She even got Lulu to eat well during her stay, which is never easy with a sitter. Thanks Mee!”


“Rebecca and her family took care of Jackie with so much love, like she was part of their family. When I picked my doggie I could feel how happy she was to spend time with Rebecca’s family. Jackie spent time playing with her kids and going on lovely walks. I am so grateful for them for caring for Jackie, would 100% recommend! Thank you!!”


“Sharon was wonderful, start to finish. She met my sometimes-reactive dog before my formal booking, and he took to her immediately. She communicated great about drop of and pick up and care instructions, and also sent along sweet videos and photos during my dog's stay with her. My dog seemed so calm and happy in her care, I was a little afraid he wouldn't want to come back to me!”

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Zwany & Leandro C.


“Russell had a marvelous time with Zwany and Leandro. They were very communicative and provided a loving home for our pup while we were away. We will be repeat customers for sure!”


Lucy W.Star Sitter

“This is our second stay with Lucy, and as always she was wonderful! Very accommodating and also sends lots of photos which I appreciated. She always makes it feel like our Archie is part of the family! :)”


Anna W.Star Sitter

“Anna is the best sitter you could ever ask for. You can walk away with a confidence that your pet is in the safest hands. She took our dog around the city and took incredible care of him. She is extremely thorough and prompt in her communication. She is also a great photographer and be ready to get amazing pics of your pet.”


Tae H.Star Sitter

“Tae was available on short notice to keep my baby during a family trip. She sent tons of pics and updates which I very much appreciated and my baby seemed to very much enjoy herself during her stay with Tae! Would definitely recommend her taking care of anyone’s sweet fur babies! Her dog, Udon, was so cute and sweet as well!”


Yizi D.Star Sitter

“Yizi sent lots of pictures, responded promptly to any questions. My small dog was very happy to arrive at her apartment and was well rested and content when I picked him up. I would definitely book with her again!”




Lissette A.Star Sitter
“I am ridiculously anxious leaving my Crusoe with anyone as he is overly attached to me and has anxiety issues when I'm gone for more than a few hours. I was pretty apprehensive about leaving him with new people for a weekend while I flew to a friend's wedding. But Lissette was so helpful and made him feel at ease with lots of cuddles from her and her family. She sent me constant updates and photos to help sooth my worries and I was able to relax knowing he was in such capable hands. I was very pleased with the experience and will absolutely be booking Lissette again!”


Sandy R.

“This was Sandy's first time meeting Ziggy and the two seemed to get along famously. My pup seemed relaxed and well taken care of. And Sandy sent me a group of photos after she had him for a few hours. I'd be totally comfortable leaving him with her over night or for a shorter stay.”


Kwangwoo K.

“Kwangwoo was great with Bentley! Super communicative, easy to find times for pick up and drop off. He also sent some fun pictures and kept us updated of Bentley's day. Everything was packed up and ready to go when we came to pick up Bentley! Would definitely recommend and work with Kwangwoo again”


Amy L.Star Sitter

“Amy is fantastic!! This is our husband and I’s first experience with Rover and we will easily book with her again. She was easy to communicate with. Sent us updates with photos and videos and treated Pino like her own. She took him to many walks and let him play in their yard with her pup Bumi. Bonus that they’re close to the beach (perfect for an impromptu dog photoshoot). Thanks so much Amy!!!”


Mia & Taowei H.

“This is our second time using Mia and Taowei and we will definitely use them again! Barley loves staying with them. They give her plenty of exercises and so much love. They send consistent updates with the best photos! Could not recommend highly enough.”


Miranda Z.Star Sitter

“Miranda took great care of Skittles while I was away. Skittles appeared to be very comfortable and calm when he met her. She sent daily updates/photos which is very, very important for me while traveling. Great communication. I would definitely recommend Miranda.”


Jasmine T.

“Jasmine took a good care of our 2 year old cockapoo for the weekend. She regularly send us pictures and updates. She’s nice and flexible, will definitely recommend her.”


Brianna O.

“Amazing sitter! Great communication and plenty of photos. Brianna had medicine on hand and checked in before applying it. I highly recommend!”


Megan P.

“June has the best time with Megan!! So many photos and updates I know she was so well cared for :) will definitely be booking with Megan again!!”


Meredith G.


“Thank you so much Meredith! Florence had the best time with you. Loved all of the updates, and felt great having peace of mind she was all set and safe.”


Mike R.Star Sitter

“Mike did an amazing job dog-sitting my pup! He was reliable, communicative, and made sure my dog was well cared for and comfortable. I appreciated the updates and could tell my dog was happy and in great hands. I highly recommend Mike to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet sitter!”




Lyn H.Star Sitter

“Lyn was great with Odin! He was immediately comfortable with her and it was clear she loves dogs/ knows how to take good care of them. Lyn was super easy to communicate with and was flexible with drop off/pick up times. Definitely recommend.”


Mee-Thlen M.Star Sitter

“Lulu was very happy during her stay with Mee! Mee was very communicative and made sure Lulu got lots of nice walks. She even got Lulu to eat well during her stay, which is never easy with a sitter. Thanks Mee!”


Rebecca P.Star Sitter

“Rebecca and her family took care of Jackie with so much love, like she was part of their family. When I picked my doggie I could feel how happy she was to spend time with Rebecca’s family. Jackie spent time playing with her kids and going on lovely walks. I am so grateful for them for caring for Jackie, would 100% recommend! Thank you!!”


Sharon C.


“Sharon was wonderful, start to finish. She met my sometimes-reactive dog before my formal booking, and he took to her immediately. She communicated great about drop of and pick up and care instructions, and also sent along sweet videos and photos during my dog's stay with her. My dog seemed so calm and happy in her care, I was a little afraid he wouldn't want to come back to me!”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Somerville.
Rover makes it easy to find Somerville pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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 pet 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 pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
