Dog Boarding In South West Washington, D. C.
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“Matthew with family is very accommodating and will entertain your dog for a great price! They went swimming and on long walks. Executed Ozzie’s food plan and supplements no problem. They sleep in the bed with their dogs which my dog liked. I’ll be a return customer if they’ll have us.”
“Joseph was very communicative and shared pictures of our pups with us daily. He followed all directions we gave him and made sure our pups feel at home under his care. I would recommend Joseph as a pet sitter and would entrust him with watching our pups again in the future. Thanks for taking care of our babies!”
“Cynthia was the perfect choice in a sitter for my dog, Gracie! Her schedule was flexible and the updates with pictures and videos were perfect! She was so sweet as was her pup! I definitely recommend!”
“Erika was fantastic. I had to drop my dog off early in the AM and pick him up late in the PM and Erika was very accommodating for my travel schedule. Also, my dog a little sick when I had to leave and Erika (and her sister) were very helpful with the updates and pictures making me feel comfortable with my dogs health. 5 stars.”
“One of the best sitters we’ve had! I can tell Blu feels very safe and has a blast every time she gets to hang out with Briana and other pup friends!”
“Jasmine and Stormi were great with Roxy. Roxy was transitioning between dog foods during her stay and Jasmine handled it like a pro. I would highly recommend Jasmine for your next trip.”
“Janel was wonderful with my very high energy dog. She took him on a lot of walks and sent pics of their adventures together. Would highly recommend her. Worth the price for the peace of mind & the great experience for my dog.”
“Vania was really great and accommodating. The dogs were happy and they made it really easy on us with updates and keeping the dogs longer with our late flight. Would definitely use them again”
“Lia’s communication is always on point! Charlie and I recently moved to DC and looking for a new sitter. Lia was honestly the best sitter for Charlie! She went above and beyond for Charlie even accommodated to his spoiled picky eating behavior 😂. Honestly I want to gate keep Lia but I think everyone deserves to have a sitter like her.”
“Zack was so professional and trustworthy. We hope he wasn’t lying when he said he wants to watch our fur monsters again!! He was reliable, communicative, and treated our dogs sooooo kindly. Thank you Zack!!”
“Elizabeth cared for our pup for the first time on our longest period away from her during an international trip. We never had to worry or wonder how she was because of how consistently Elizabeth kept us in the loop. We are so thankful we found her, she took amazing care of our baby!”
“Allie is wonderful! She has watched my pup twice and each time I’ve felt confident he is being very well taken care of. She was also incredibly understanding after weather delayed my flight home and I had to pick him up much later than expected. Would highly recommend!”
“Katherin is the absolute best!!!! She went absolutely above and beyond caring for Hugo. She took him on lots of fun adventures everyday, including to nearby coffee shops, dog parks, and long walks to Georgetown. She also attended to an unexpected medical need and sent detailed updates everyday, which gave me such peace of mind. Thank you Katherin, Hugo was so lucky to have such a fun vacation with you!”
“Fathia was so awesome! She took such great care of Thelma and welcomed her into her family! She was warm and attentive and fun and was so joyful having Thelma with her. Got great update pics and feedback and Fathia had such a warm, confident and competent vibe, which is so important when you are far away. She gave Thelma the TLC she deserves and i would not hesitate to have her care for her again.”
“My very first time utilizing Rover service providers. I’m so thrilled and pleased with the care that Christine provided. Our initial meet & great definitely eased my anxiety and Marlee took to her right away. Christine provided updates and photos during Marlee’s stay. I could see from the pics that Marlee was enjoying her time and blended well with the other dogs present. Definitely plan to board w/ Christine again. Thanks for taking good care of my fur baby and easing her separation anxiety.”
“Rut did an excellent job watching Zoe in her home. She was very clear about drop-off and pick-up instructions, and she sent many updates and pictures each day of my trip. I was never once worried about my dog! I will definitely use Rut again.”
“Abigal was very kind with Chiquita, responsive and very communicative with pictures and daily updates on how she was doing. She accommodated a late arrival and a last minute change in pickup, and her care for my pup was visible. Great sitter and would gladly book again!”
“Another amazing experience with Beth. Our pup ran straight to her when he saw her (getting dropped off for a sleepover with Bastien). Thank you for taking such a good care of Figaro!”
Over 3,538 pet parents in South West have booked dog boarding
South West dog parents share their Rover experiences
Carlos took great care of our dog, Malna, while we were away. We received regular updates and photos, and it was obvious she was comfortable and being well looked after. Malna is a Staffy mix, and it was clear that Carlos is experienced with larger dogs and understands their needs and personalities. Carlos was reliable, communicative, and clearly attentive to her needs. We really appreciated how easy he made the whole experience and would be happy to book with him again in the future. Highly recommend!
Fathia was wonderful with my dog. She was very communicative, kept me updated throughout the visit, and clearly showed a lot of care and affection. It gave me peace of mind knowing my dog was in such good hands. I would happily book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring walker.
Micaela was a great first-time sitter for our puppy! We were nervous to leave him for the first time but we felt at ease knowing we found an experienced sitter. All communication was prompt and we really appreciated receiving pictures of our sweet Ziggy, who was clearly having a great time relaxing during his stay. Micaela went above and beyond to make sure he ate dinner even though he was being fussy. We're thrilled to have a reliable local sitter and plan to rebook any time we're out-of-town and cannot bring our pup along.
Jordan was great with Miles. The most important thing was that Miles came home healthy, happy, and completely himself, which was accomplished. Jordan sent regular photos and updates. Jordan was also incredibly flexible and accommodating when my return to DC was delayed due to several travel issues. After a long and exhausting trip home, it was such a relief that Jordan walked Miles back to my place with all Miles' belongings. I already booked with Jordan again.
I had a great experience with Fabian and would highly recommend him. He took excellent care of my dog while I was away and made the entire process stress-free. He provided regular updates, including messages and photos, which gave me peace of mind knowing my dog was happy and well cared for. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with him again.
Olivia was wonderful with Zoey. She sent pictures and responded to all of my messages quickly. Although Zoey was happy to see me after the weekend boarding it seemed that she wanted to follow her back in behind her when we were leaving, which is a good but heart breaking thing 😜. I would definitely use her again and have recommended her to my fellow Dogpark friends.
Jessa did a great job boarding my dog Archie for a long weekend. She provided updates while I was out of town for a long weekend, which made leaving him a lot easier. He came back happy and content, I could tell he had a great time with her. I wound trust her to watch my dog anytime!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in South West is $52
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Sitters in South West average 5 repeat dog boarding clients
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in South West on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $52 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 95% of South West dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in South West have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 West.
Rover makes it easy to find South West 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.
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.
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