Dog Boarding In South West Washington, D. C.
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“Matthew took great care of our dog! He regularly sent pictures and our pup came home exhausted from all the yard/park play. Will definitely book again with him next time we go away.”
“Cynthia only watched our dog Cece for one day, but provided lots of updates on how she was doing! We received photos, updates, and videos and Cece came home tired and happy. We would definitely use Cynthia in the future!”
“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!”
“Erika takes such great care of our little guy, and is incredibly responsive & gives him quality when we’re away from home. She’s reliable and keeps us updated during his stay. Highly recommend to other Rover users!”
About: Hi! I'm Krista and I genuinely love spending time with dogs and have lots of experience taking care of them. I recently said goodbye to my sweet and quirky 12‑year‑old German Shepherd. Caring for her throughout the years has given me experience with all the different stages from energetic pups to the oldies with mobility challenges and slower routines. My shepherd struggled with anxiety around other dogs, so I’m very familiar with reading body language, creating safe distance, and keeping walks calm and controlled. Throughout the years, I have cared for and spent ample time with doggos belonging to friends and family members and look forward to the opportunity to give others peace of mind when they need to leave their loved ones. Lots of walks, pets, play time and of course, photos/videos for owners! I work from home so there are lots of opportunities to go outside. There are a few parks nearby and lots of grassy areas. I also have dog beds, dishes and plenty of toys! Please note, my building unfortunately has restrictions on the following dog breeds: Akita, Alaskan Malamutes, Chow Chow, Doberman Pinscher, Malamute, Pit Bull Breeds, Presa Canarios, Rottweiler, Staffordshire Terrier and Wolf Dogs. I live in a condo building but there's lots of areas outside to venture around! I do own a crate if needed/preferred. I will bring your dog on many walks and ensure they have lots of play time (for the youngins) and rest (for the oldies) :)
“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!”
“Vania was super friendly! And, she sent photos of our cat to assure she was settling in! She also cleaned the litter box! Would definitely recommend her for pet sitting!!”
“Lia was responsive and sent detailed updates throughout each day. Lia was also very flexible with some last minute changes I needed to make to the booking. Foxy had a great time staying with her!”
“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 a wonderful caregiver for our small shy rescue dog Amos. She tried hard to win his trust, and she succeeded by giving him the type of attention and care he needed. I highly recommend Janel and will certainly use her again the next time. Carol. August 2023”
“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!”
“Elizabeth is amazing! She treated our pup Ollie like one of her own and made his stay feel like a true vacation. From fun adventures and plenty of playtime to the sweetest snuggles, it's clear she genuinely loves animals and goes above and beyond to make them feel safe, happy, and loved. She sent us the cutest photos and videos throughout his stay, which we looked forward to every day. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. Ollie had the best time, and we’re so grateful to have found her!”
“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!”
“Christine was so fantastic. She boarded my baby girl for a week. Christine was very flexible and consistently sent me updates and photos of Dolly. Dolly also takes daily medication, and I truly appreciate the extra effort from Christine. Dolly clearly had a lovely time. I'm so happy she got a chance to hang out with other dogs and be at Christine's welcoming and wonderful home!”
“Beth was fantastic with Marty! She sent frequent photos and updates, and Marty was calm and content when I picked him up. An extra bonus is that he had a frenchie friend to hang out with! I will definitely request Beth’s services again.”
“Nicole is a fabulous human and took wonderful care of my high-energy, clingy pup, Chewy! She was extremely communicative, sent photos, and even ensured I was tracking some troubling growths on Chewy's shoulders- what a good dog mama! Seemless drop off and pick up- highly recommmend!”
“Rut was so great with my pups! They seemed very comfortable their entire stay. I greatly appreciated the updates and pictures Rut provided. I’ll definitely be leaving my girls with her the next time I have to travel.”
Over 3,538 pet parents in South West have booked dog boarding
South West dog parents share their Rover experiences
David and Zuleirys were absolutely fantastic sitters for our pup, Henri. They were communicative, compassionate, and easy going. Oh and did I mention super friendly?? They have two adorable pups for your furry friend to play with and have easy access to dog parks and recreational space to burn off energy. David and Zuleirys were a pleasure and I would 100% engage them again (Henri agrees!!).
Lauren is as always amazing with our sweet senior boy muchacho ❤️ he can be high maintenance and require patience and they do SO well with him we absolutely know he is in great hands while they have him! That is so important and we are always so grateful. I know he loves his lil staycations with them!
Kruti and Aaron did a fantastic job watching my dog! I have a bigger dog who can be a handful sometimes, but they were unfazed and brought calming energy which was appreciated. They provided daily updates and communicated just the right amount so I knew he was doing well in n their care. Their building and area is very dog friendly. Highly recommend!
Jim was fantastic with boarding my dog Rosy. I have a rescue pup with severe anxiety, so boarding her can be very challenging. Rosy took to Jim right away and was very comfortable with him when I came to pick her up. He kept me regularly updated on her stay with pictures which I appreciated and was very patient with Rosy. I wouldn't hesitate to book again with Jim and would recommend him highly.
Jessica was amazing and will be my go-to person every time I need to book care for Porkchop. She is experienced, patient, knows how to handle all dogs, and put me at ease right away with her demeanor. The biggest test was how Porkchop responded to her. Porkchop warmed up to Jessica instantly, pulling on his leash to go to her place right away. I trust Porkchop with Jessica and know that I am leaving Porkchop in good, reliable care when booking with Jessica. Thank you, J, for giving Porkchop love and attention and keeping him calm and happy while I was away.
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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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