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“Amanda and her family took care of Butters very well. the family is welcoming and caring. Butters had a wonderful time. definitely recommend. Thank you so much for taking care of Butters.”


“Aishea was nice and welcoming to Charlie. He felt comfortable immediately with her. Charlie was very well taken care of. Kept me updated of how he was and sent picture and videos. Will definitely recommend. Thank you Aishea!”


“Cannot thank them enough. It was my first time using Rover and on a short notice request- no problem. I got pictures of Alfie playing and cuddling throughout his stay which set me at ease. He also came back smelling nicer and was freshly brushed, he was so happy! I 100% recommend Heather and Norman”


“Allison is very kind & flexible. Our Sky has anxious fear of big pups and Allison was very kind to make him feel safe. We are glad to have her watch our 2 pups.”


“This is the first dog I’ve ever owned and I was very nervous giving her to anyone to watch. Angie is the best. She made me feel at ease through the process and gave my dog Ripley a great week away. She sent me lots of pictures and was quick in her responses giving me updates on how Ripley was doing. I will definitely use Angie again.”


“We couldn't be happier with our experience! Our Macie had an absolute blast with Novelette. Not only did they provide animated commentaries on our pup's day, which we loved reading, but they also spent countless hours throwing the ball back and forth. It was clear that our dog was not only well cared for but also thoroughly entertained and engaged. Novelette went above and beyond to ensure our furry friend had a fantastic time. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dedicated and fun-loving dog sitter.”


“Sandra was very accommodating and welcoming. This was our first experience with having someone other than family care for Chase. He seemed at ease and well cared for. We will definitely rebook with Sandra and cannot thank her enough for making this process easy.”


“If Arthur could write this review himself he would. He has had a few sleepovers with Amy and Mayzie. Every time he arrives he sprints to her door with tail wagging and pure joy. When he gets back home it’s KO. Snoring like he ran a marathon and had the time of his life doing it. I would trust Amy again, and again. 🐾”


“First time using Rover and had a great experience with Keith & Ashley. Had last minute travel plans come up and they were very accommodating and kept me updated and in the loop all weekend. My dog is anxious and has some separation anxiety and they made him feel right at home.”


“Mary was wonderful! She was super communicative and sent photos of our dogs throughout the time that we were gone. They went on lots of walks we knew our dogs were well taken care of. Highly recommend!”


“Yvette was great with Buddy! She sent pictures of how he was doing and ensured we knew he was in good hands. Thank you, Yvette! We will be sure to use you again!”



“Bella had a great time with Steve and the pack. I received plenty of photos throughout the week. I will definitely contact Steve again next time.”


“Shanagay sent regular updates and photos that showed me that Maggie Mae was in good hands. The sitter's proximity to my home makes it easy to get care for Maggie when I am away.”



“Karen was great! She sent a lot of pictures where you could see Teddy was having a good time playing with other little dogs and napping on sofas. Given how cold it gets in the winter, it was also great that he could use the fenced yard area right outside the door to quickly do his business. Very convenient. All in all great experience for Teddy and piece of mind for me!”


“Morgan was super helpful when I needed a sitter on my road trip! She was so good with Molly and helped out extra since Molly wasn’t feeling the best on my trip and eating irregularly”


“Megan was communicative, friendly and shared photos of my girl while I was away. She enabled my dog to get acclimated before introducing her pets which was great for my timid older girl. My pup was in a great mood when I picked her up. Highly recommend.”


“Caitlin was an amazing sitter for our dog Steve! During our pup’s 10-day stay, Caitlin provided picture and video updates to help us know he was safe and happy. When we picked him up, Steve was so relaxed and happy (way more so than when we used to keep him at the kennel). It was clear that Caitlin truly cared about making sure Steve's stay was comfortable and close to his normal routine. Her young kids were so gentle and kind with the dog, and we never had any concerns. I definitely recommend Caitlin!”


“Orion is so happy with Vassu and her family. I dropped him off, and he never looked back. Vassu communicates daily and sends pictures of Orion playing with her dog and resting. I 100% recommend Vassu!”



“Susan and her family were extremely warm and caring. Miller was clearly well taken care of and I would recommend Susan to anyone and everyone.”


“I've never been away from Nova who is a one year old BC and I needed to find someone that could handle her energy while I was away for a short vacay. I found Jannylza and decided to give her a shot considering the experience she had I knew I could leave Nova and not worry. Jannylza did a great job and kept me informed on Nova's progress which I greatly appreciated. I will definitely use her services again without any hesitation. Thank you Jannylza.”

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Amanda & Stewart J.Star Sitter

“Amanda and her family took care of Butters very well. the family is welcoming and caring. Butters had a wonderful time. definitely recommend. Thank you so much for taking care of Butters.”


Aishea A.Star Sitter

“Aishea was nice and welcoming to Charlie. He felt comfortable immediately with her. Charlie was very well taken care of. Kept me updated of how he was and sent picture and videos. Will definitely recommend. Thank you Aishea!”


Heather & Norman R.Star Sitter

“Cannot thank them enough. It was my first time using Rover and on a short notice request- no problem. I got pictures of Alfie playing and cuddling throughout his stay which set me at ease. He also came back smelling nicer and was freshly brushed, he was so happy! I 100% recommend Heather and Norman”


Allison Nicole M.Star Sitter

“Allison is very kind & flexible. Our Sky has anxious fear of big pups and Allison was very kind to make him feel safe. We are glad to have her watch our 2 pups.”


Angie E.

“This is the first dog I’ve ever owned and I was very nervous giving her to anyone to watch. Angie is the best. She made me feel at ease through the process and gave my dog Ripley a great week away. She sent me lots of pictures and was quick in her responses giving me updates on how Ripley was doing. I will definitely use Angie again.”


Novelette C.Star Sitter

“We couldn't be happier with our experience! Our Macie had an absolute blast with Novelette. Not only did they provide animated commentaries on our pup's day, which we loved reading, but they also spent countless hours throwing the ball back and forth. It was clear that our dog was not only well cared for but also thoroughly entertained and engaged. Novelette went above and beyond to ensure our furry friend had a fantastic time. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dedicated and fun-loving dog sitter.”


Sandra C.Star Sitter

“Sandra was very accommodating and welcoming. This was our first experience with having someone other than family care for Chase. He seemed at ease and well cared for. We will definitely rebook with Sandra and cannot thank her enough for making this process easy.”


Amy H.Star Sitter

“If Arthur could write this review himself he would. He has had a few sleepovers with Amy and Mayzie. Every time he arrives he sprints to her door with tail wagging and pure joy. When he gets back home it’s KO. Snoring like he ran a marathon and had the time of his life doing it. I would trust Amy again, and again. 🐾”


Keith & Ashley P.

“First time using Rover and had a great experience with Keith & Ashley. Had last minute travel plans come up and they were very accommodating and kept me updated and in the loop all weekend. My dog is anxious and has some separation anxiety and they made him feel right at home.”


Mary C.Star Sitter

“Mary was wonderful! She was super communicative and sent photos of our dogs throughout the time that we were gone. They went on lots of walks we knew our dogs were well taken care of. Highly recommend!”


Yvette T.

“Yvette was great with Buddy! She sent pictures of how he was doing and ensured we knew he was in good hands. Thank you, Yvette! We will be sure to use you again!”




Steve R.
Star Sitter


“Bella had a great time with Steve and the pack. I received plenty of photos throughout the week. I will definitely contact Steve again next time.”


Shanagay C.Star Sitter

“Shanagay sent regular updates and photos that showed me that Maggie Mae was in good hands. The sitter's proximity to my home makes it easy to get care for Maggie when I am away.”




Karen T.

“Karen was great! She sent a lot of pictures where you could see Teddy was having a good time playing with other little dogs and napping on sofas. Given how cold it gets in the winter, it was also great that he could use the fenced yard area right outside the door to quickly do his business. Very convenient. All in all great experience for Teddy and piece of mind for me!”


Morgan S.

“Morgan was super helpful when I needed a sitter on my road trip! She was so good with Molly and helped out extra since Molly wasn’t feeling the best on my trip and eating irregularly”


megan b.

“Megan was communicative, friendly and shared photos of my girl while I was away. She enabled my dog to get acclimated before introducing her pets which was great for my timid older girl. My pup was in a great mood when I picked her up. Highly recommend.”


Caitlin C.Star Sitter

“Caitlin was an amazing sitter for our dog Steve! During our pup’s 10-day stay, Caitlin provided picture and video updates to help us know he was safe and happy. When we picked him up, Steve was so relaxed and happy (way more so than when we used to keep him at the kennel). It was clear that Caitlin truly cared about making sure Steve's stay was comfortable and close to his normal routine. Her young kids were so gentle and kind with the dog, and we never had any concerns. I definitely recommend Caitlin!”


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“Orion is so happy with Vassu and her family. I dropped him off, and he never looked back. Vassu communicates daily and sends pictures of Orion playing with her dog and resting. I 100% recommend Vassu!”




Susan G.

“Susan and her family were extremely warm and caring. Miller was clearly well taken care of and I would recommend Susan to anyone and everyone.”


Jannylza V.

“I've never been away from Nova who is a one year old BC and I needed to find someone that could handle her energy while I was away for a short vacay. I found Jannylza and decided to give her a shot considering the experience she had I knew I could leave Nova and not worry. Jannylza did a great job and kept me informed on Nova's progress which I greatly appreciated. I will definitely use her services again without any hesitation. Thank you Jannylza.”
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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 South End.
Rover makes it easy to find South End 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
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.
