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Sitter Profile Image: Jay G.
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Jay G.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
South Orange, NJ, 07079

Very good and responsible. Would hire him again

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Eli A.
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Maisha T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
14 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Central Business District, Newark, NJ, 07102

First time Rover doggy parent and she made me feel very comfortable offered video call and pictures. Once I arrived very welcoming and made me feel safe with leaving him. Provided pictured of them all playing and sleeping and gave normal updates (he stayed over night)

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Caroline D.
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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Union, NJ, 07083

Caroline took absolutely amazing care of my puppy. She kept sending us photos and videos of him while in her care. He came back super happy with his time off ?. I would highly recommend her and would definitely be taking her up on future opportunities for care!

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Jennifer H.
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$59
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Central Business District, Newark, NJ, 07102

Amazing experience with Mimi’s dog sitter! They were caring, reliable, and kept us updated the whole time. Mimi was happy and well taken care of. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Melanie R.
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Melanie R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
109 reviews
28 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Vauxhall, NJ, 07088

Melanie, simply put, is one of the very best dog sitters we have ever come across. Our beloved beagle is a senior dog with health issues and anxiety, and Melanie puts her right at ease. She takes amazing care of her, as if she was her own. Melanie sends us pictures and updates and it makes us so much more comfortable to know our dog is comfortable with Melanie. We can tell as soon as we enter her home that our pup is happy to be there. I really don't know what we'd do without Melanie! She's truly terrific and we are so grateful.

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Arbell C.
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Milena C.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
108 reviews
33 repeat clients
26 years of experience
West Orange, NJ, 07052

Milena is a gem; our dog has a wonderful time with her, is extremely well cared for, and (if we’re honest), is probably a little sad when we come to pick her up after a stay with Milena. Highly recommend!

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Andrew G.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
6 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Bloomfield, NJ, 07003

Let me start by saying this was my first time using Rover ever. Andrew was so helpful and reassuring and explained everything to me. Additionally, while I was away he kept me up to date with texts and pictures of Finn. Finn had a great time with Andrew and you can just tell Andrew knew exactly how to best care for my puppy. Thank you so much!!

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Kimberly D.
Sitter Profile Image: Tynesha W.
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Tynesha W.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Roselle Park, NJ, 07204

A+ Kind, attentive, communicative, flexible. The photo of our dog Charlie sprawled out in front of the fireplace within an hour of us dropping him off says it all. He feels safe, secure, relaxed, and loved. Tynesha has become Charlie’s resort vacation destination anytime we go away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Doug V.
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Doug V.
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$89
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
15 repeat clients
30 years of experience
West Orange, NJ, 07052

Doug and Luiz took great care of our girls while we were away. We were first time Rover users but they clearly know what they are doing. They have their house set up really well and have seen it all. They gave us lots of updates and are very safety focused. I especially appreciate them putting airtags on the dogs upon check in and every entry/exit point is double gated. Really conscientious dog lovers who set up towel pathways for my dog who gets scared of tile/wood floors. Will for sure use again!

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Sarah D.
Sitter Profile Image: Ninoska R.
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Ninoska R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
169 reviews
73 repeat clients
36 years of experience
Kearny, NJ, 07032

Ninoska was our very first experience using Rover, and she absolutely set the bar high! From the moment we met her during the meet-and-greet, we felt at ease she was warm, informative, and so welcoming. We were nervous first-time puppy parents leaving our 15-week-old Lola for the first time, but Ninoska made the whole process smooth and stress-free. While we were away for 4 days, she sent us regular updates with adorable photos and videos of Lola playing and looking so happy. Lola clearly felt at home she even ate more than usual (I think she gained a healthy little pound!), and her tummy was doing great. Ninoska even shared some recipes and snack tips that worked wonders for Lola. Truly a 10/10 experience. Ninoska is not just a sitter she’s a puppy/dog whisperer, and we’re so lucky we found her. We love her and so does Lola!

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Sitter Profile Image: Klainer M.
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Klainer M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Weequahic, Newark, NJ, 07112

Klainer was amazing with my tiny dog Moqui! She was so responsive, sent me so many updates and photos and was so kind. I have a very anxious dog and Klainer made sure to make her feel at home. Thank you so much!

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Stephanie C.
Sitter Profile Image: Manuel N.
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Manuel N.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
458 reviews
191 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Orange, NJ, 07050

My two girls where well taken care of. They typically don’t do well with other dogs however Manuel was able to get both of my puppers in the same room as another dog. This guy works wonders! Will highly recommend! P.s. they have been much calmer while encountering other dogs while walking them since their stay.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda Z.
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Amanda Z.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
182 reviews
82 repeat clients
7 years of experience
west caldwell, NJ, 07006

Amanda and her family treated our Cooper like one of their own! They provided so many great photos and updates! We will definitely be using Amanda’s services again☺️

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Amanda M.
Sitter Profile Image: Ivanna C.
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Ivanna C.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Elizabeth, NJ, 07208

Ivanna was great! Super responsive and took great care of our doodle 😁

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Jennifer S.
Sitter Profile Image: Rachel H.
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Rachel H.
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$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
6 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Florham Park, NJ, 07932

Accommodated with short notice. Encouraged a meet and greet, even came to us due to our schedule. Immediately felt at ease leaving Fletcher for the day. He looked happy in the photos sent.

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John G.
Sitter Profile Image: Jaina L.
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Jaina L.
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$70
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
West Orange, NJ, 07052

This was Frankie's first stay with Jaina, and we couldn't be happier. His three-day stay was like doggy summer camp. I am not sure he wanted to come home.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tamika B.
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Tamika B.
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$35
per night
4.6 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
4 repeat clients
17 years of experience
East Orange, NJ, 07018

It was my first time leaving my puppy for several days and Tamika was great! She sent me photos and kept me updated daily which was really important to me. I could really sense that she enjoyed taking care of her. I will definitely rebook in the future 😊

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Daisha S.
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Shaun S.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
18 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Madison, NJ, 07940

Shaun is wonderful with our 5 year old golden. He takes such good care of her, lots of walks, attention, and play, as well as sends us frequent update and photos! Thank you!

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Angie V.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
5 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Upper Clinton Hill, Newark, NJ, 07108

It’s always uncomfortable leaving a pet in a new place but with Angie that feeling vanished quickly. She’s responsive and punctual and great with animals. I could tell my pup was happy and relaxed in the pics she sent while I was away. Zeus had such a good stay he didn’t want to leave when I came to pick him up!

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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha M.
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Samantha M.
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$60
per night
10 years of experience
West Orange, NJ, 07052

About: I have over 10 years of pet care experience, taking care of my family’s two dogs and cat, fostering dogs for two years at a local animal shelter, and sitting/ walking neighborhood pets. I currently am free all day, 7 days a week until I begin work as a preschool summer camp counselor in the end of June. After that, I still have a lot of availability, M-F anytime after 3pm and anytime on weekends. I have a fenced yard and crates available if needed. I live in a safe neighborhood with a park nearby which is perfect for walks, and have an animal-loving family. I am an avid rule follower, responsive communicator and will prioritize ensuring the safety of each pet.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jordy is prompt, took care of Veeru’s needs/medication and sent pictures/update once a day which was truly appreciated. This was our second booking with Jordy and we will definitely rebook in future.

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prateek d.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Andria was amazing! Easy communication and felt great about leaving my dog Olive with her. We were new to the area and looking for a new dog sitter. So happy we found Andria!

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Paul W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Caroline was amazing! So kind and friendly. Pogo went for a visit to meet the pack and on the day of his stay he was so eager for her to open the door. When she took him by his leash he walked off and never looked back. She has a large fenced in yard with plenty of grass for the dogs to run around and have a sniffing feast. Will definitely use again when I come back in town!

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Raquel S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We are very happy with Manuel, he takes great care of our dog Maui and we trust leaving our dog with him.

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Ana V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melanie was great! My dog was a little anxious for his first Rover stay, but she did her best to make him comfortable and was very responsive.

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Kelly W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tiara is absolutely the best pet sitter in town. She truly went above and beyond for Coco. We loved how she kept us consistently updated during our trip. When we picked Coco up, it was obvious he really loved his time with her. We can't recommend Tiara enough.

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Abhilash S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sade is our go-to sitter for our pup. She is accommodating, flexible and loves our dog as her own. We feel 100% comfortable with our baby in her hands and would choose her everytime! Thanks as always Sade!

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Angelica M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Yasmine is so sweet and so great with my Tula. She took great care of her and she is very flexible. I am definitely booking her again.

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Rose-Yva M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Muzzy received wonderful care and was kept warm and comfy. I received updates and photos letting me know how things were going.

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Gina T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

For almost 10 yrs Nathalie’s home has been my Brooklynn’s home away from home. She’s always happy to see Nathalie. Thank you for always taking exceptional care of my fur baby♥️

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Valerie C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Veronica is absolutely incredible! She took such wonderful care of Tasha and truly went above and beyond. When Tasha was feeling a bit down and lost her appetite, Veronica didn't just ignore it—she actually went out and bought special food to encourage her to eat and spent extra time cheering her up. It’s clear she genuinely cares about the happiness and health of the pups she watches. Tasha came home happy and healthy. I would highly recommend Veronica to anyone!

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Li Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

They were amazing. I got daily videos showing how Zaara was doing. I am glad I found a long time dog sitter for her.

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Saranya R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you for watching Rose while we were away. You made her very comfortable (although she's a homebody) in your quiet home.

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William G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashley and her family were amazing! Highly recommend and will definitely be using again! She constantly sent me pictures of our pup and gave us updates daily. When we went to pickup our dog, she didn't want to leave Ashley's house lol. The best dog sitter we've ever used

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Mike S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Diana was wonderful. She accepted the littles last minute when my vet tech referred her for senior care after a medical boarding when my work trip was unexpectedly extended. She provided a calm stable environment for my senior blind/deaf Yorkie and administered his medication effectively. Her photos showed both dogs happy and cared for and my Maltipoo probably would have preferred to stay with Diana when I picked them up! I highly recommend her, especially if your dog has special needs as she is caring and compassionate.

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Carrie J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Milo had a great time! Our pup is energetic and he got plenty of exercise! They were informative and checked in once at least once a day with information, photos and videos which we really appreciated! Looking forward to booking with them again soon - actually about to ask about a weekend in a few weeks!

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Amanda F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This was Milo’s second stay with Jullien, and he once again provided excellent care for him. Jullien kept us updated every day and sent us pics of Milo’s adventures, and he was once again very accommodating when our flight was delayed. We are so happy that we found Jullien. It’s so reassuring to know that your pet will be comfortable and happy while you’re away. +++++++++

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James P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Doug took excellent care of our dog Winnie! He was incredibly responsive and shared lots of updates and fun pictures. We felt fully at ease and know Winnie was having a great time. We will absolutely be reaching out to Doug again the next time we need help with Winnie!

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Camille W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Taylor did an amazing job sitting our puppy for 5 days. They were active and had a lot of fun together. Plus lots of photo and video updates each day. Highly recommended!

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Alex C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you for being able to watch Rosie last minute while we had work being done at the house. She was so cozy and happy when I picked her up ☺️

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Margie K.
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in South Orange is $60 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $420. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most South Orange dog boarding rates can be found as low as $33 to as high as $78 per night.

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As of Jun 2026, 13,171 sitters provided dog boarding in South Orange. 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, 88% of South Orange dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in South Orange have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 South Orange.

Rover makes it easy to find South Orange 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 13,171 dog boarding sitters in South Orange on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In South Orange, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 85% 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.