Dog Boarding in Southbury
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“Bruce was very communicative and loved our pups. They can be a bit hyperactive at times and Bruce handled them perfectly. Would highly recommend and will be booking again!”
“Yajaira is absolutely fantastic and I highly recommend. She has consistently taken great care of my dog Loki, and he loves going to her home. Your dog will be safe and well loved with Yajaira.”
“Rich was a lifesaver! We needed last-minute help watching Honey, and he responded quickly and made sure we got to do a meet-and-greet. He’s got a great doggy daycare/boarding going from his house with plenty of room in the backyard for the pups to have fun! Rich was a gem in being around all the time for the dogs, being available, and sharing updates. I recommend Rich and his services, even if you are looking more for doggy day care- he is where it’s at!”
“Michelle and her family were great with our two pups for a week! She sent updates and pictures daily and the pups always looked so happy! Walks every day and both came back really happy. Will definitely use again. Thanks Michelle!”
“Rocco and I had a pre event meet and greet with Nicole which went great. Nicole has a wonderful fenced back yard which is set up for her dogs and guests. Rocco was immediately comfortable and explored the yard with Nicole’s other dogs. Nicole herself is very knowledgeable about dogs and sensitive to their needs. I dropped Rocco off for an unexpected stay and received updates from Nicole twice a day. Apparently Nicole’s home is over night camp for dogs. Rocco came back happy but tired. (Not unlike my kids when they were young). I would recommend Nicole without hesitation.”
“I had a wonderful experience with this pet sitter. Her home was clean, welcoming, and a comfortable space for my dog. She was attentive and caring, making sure my dog was happy and well taken care of. I really appreciated how she kept me updated throughout the stay, giving me peace of mind. She’s friendly, professional, and clearly loves animals. Highly recommend!”
“Matt, Brook, their kids, and Mr. Bo Jangles were amazing! Just a warm, friendly family that enjoys their pets. Their home is completely pet friendly with a fenced-in backyard that Blu and Bo Jangles exhausted themselves playing. I really cannot say enough kind things about Matthew and his family. Blu came home happily exhausted and crashed for the remainder of the day through the night. I look forward to Blue spending time with Bo again!”
“We are extremely happy with Suzanne’s care❤️, I was able to board my dog-tofu for 6 days to Suzanne for our little vacation. I felt like my dog was also at the vacation and enjoying his time away from us. We really appreciate this boarding experience. Her dogs are all well behaved and sweet. Even though my dog is not used to other people and dogs, he did not stop playing at Suzanne’s house. Thank you so much for everything ❤️❤️❤️”
About: I mainly have medium and large dog experience. I have had a dog for the majoity of my life. I have fostered 8 dogs in the past 2 years. I work from home so I will be able to keep an eye on your pet. I will walk them 2 times per day plus 2 short walks to get them addiitonal potty breaks around my home which in on an acre. I have a front and back yard that is not fenced. Your dog will be able to get on the couch and I have 4 dog beds for your dog to use. i have a 54 inch crate and dog beds. I do not currently have my own dog so I can focus solely on your dog. I will send updates and pictures daily
“Hands down the best sitter we’ve ever had! Joey felt at home immediately. Dan and his family have a wonderful home and provide a welcoming environment. The whole family are dog people so joey had multiple humans taking care of him and he loved it so much. Dan was responsive, accommodating and most importantly treated my dog with the same love and care that I do. I received regular updates/photos and my dog was just so happy. I know he was exceptionally well taken care of Becuase when I picked him up, he was (relatively) calm and relaxed which tells me he was well exercised and well taken care of. I cannot recommend Dan highly enough. THANK YOU Dan! Look forward to the next time I can drop Joey off with you :)”
“Erika was absolutely amazing to board my diabetic senior cat with. He loved her and her family so much, and warmed up to them even though he prefers his alone time, it was like a mini vacation for him! I 100% will be contacting Erika again for future stays, she was extremely patient, caring, understanding and on top of everything you would hope for in a pet sitter. Thank you so much again for taking such good care of my boy!”
“We are so pleased with Isabel and her care and concern with our pup. She had great communication with us and sent daily pictures of all the fun our pup had while away. We will definitely be using Isabel for our next vacation!”
“We have booked with Madison several times for our pups. Madison has been amazing with Holly and Murray every time they have stayed with her. She’s super reliable and really loves our pups, so we always know they're in good hands. Highly recommend her!”
“Kristin and her family are such wonderful people! Kristin made me feel so comfortable boarding my dog Winnie with her right from the start. She is responsive and kind, even going the extra mile to purchase a dog toy for Winnie before our meet and greet! I would recommend anyone to book with her and would definitely have her watch Winnie again.”
“Stefanie was absolutely amazing with my dog! This was my first time using Rover and I was pretty anxious, but she was a fantastic communicator throughout my dog's stay. We got so many adorable pictures and video updates. Her cats are super dog-friendly, and my dog got along great with them. Stefanie is very knowledgable and understands the nuances of pet care. My dog had a wonderful experience, and usually my dog is pretty anxious in new situations! She got plenty of affection, attention, and exercise. I would definitely book Stefanie again!”
“Laura and her family took great care of my 3 yo beagle mix. He’s got an autoimmune disorder with extreme food sensitivity and takes meds 3x daily. They were attentive to his needs, sent photos everyday, were super responsive and patient, and allowed me to show them how to administer the medicine. Both of us felt right at home, lol! We’ll be back thank you so much!!”
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Jessica & Ian K.
“Jess and Ian were wonderful with my two boys. They communicated with me while on vacation and it eased my mind to know they were ok. Wonderful and honest couple”
Bruce B.Star Sitter
“Bruce was very communicative and loved our pups. They can be a bit hyperactive at times and Bruce handled them perfectly. Would highly recommend and will be booking again!”
Yajaira R.Star Sitter
“Yajaira is absolutely fantastic and I highly recommend. She has consistently taken great care of my dog Loki, and he loves going to her home. Your dog will be safe and well loved with Yajaira.”
Rich U.
“Rich was a lifesaver! We needed last-minute help watching Honey, and he responded quickly and made sure we got to do a meet-and-greet. He’s got a great doggy daycare/boarding going from his house with plenty of room in the backyard for the pups to have fun! Rich was a gem in being around all the time for the dogs, being available, and sharing updates. I recommend Rich and his services, even if you are looking more for doggy day care- he is where it’s at!”
Zarah F.
“Lucy had a wonderful time again with Zarah. Zarah sent us the cutest pictures through the week. We will definitely ask her again for our next trip!”
Michelle D.
“Michelle and her family were great with our two pups for a week! She sent updates and pictures daily and the pups always looked so happy! Walks every day and both came back really happy. Will definitely use again. Thanks Michelle!”
Elizabeth N.
“Lucky had a wonderful time with Elizabeth again!!! We are always able to fully enjoy ourselves on vacation knowing he is in such loving hands. Thank you!!”
Nicole G.Star Sitter
“Rocco and I had a pre event meet and greet with Nicole which went great. Nicole has a wonderful fenced back yard which is set up for her dogs and guests. Rocco was immediately comfortable and explored the yard with Nicole’s other dogs. Nicole herself is very knowledgeable about dogs and sensitive to their needs. I dropped Rocco off for an unexpected stay and received updates from Nicole twice a day. Apparently Nicole’s home is over night camp for dogs. Rocco came back happy but tired. (Not unlike my kids when they were young). I would recommend Nicole without hesitation.”
Svitlana M.
“I had a wonderful experience with this pet sitter. Her home was clean, welcoming, and a comfortable space for my dog. She was attentive and caring, making sure my dog was happy and well taken care of. I really appreciated how she kept me updated throughout the stay, giving me peace of mind. She’s friendly, professional, and clearly loves animals. Highly recommend!”
Matthew B.Star Sitter
“Matt, Brook, their kids, and Mr. Bo Jangles were amazing! Just a warm, friendly family that enjoys their pets. Their home is completely pet friendly with a fenced-in backyard that Blu and Bo Jangles exhausted themselves playing. I really cannot say enough kind things about Matthew and his family. Blu came home happily exhausted and crashed for the remainder of the day through the night. I look forward to Blue spending time with Bo again!”
Suzanne C.
“We are extremely happy with Suzanne’s care❤️, I was able to board my dog-tofu for 6 days to Suzanne for our little vacation. I felt like my dog was also at the vacation and enjoying his time away from us. We really appreciate this boarding experience. Her dogs are all well behaved and sweet. Even though my dog is not used to other people and dogs, he did not stop playing at Suzanne’s house. Thank you so much for everything ❤️❤️❤️”
Jennifer F.
About: I mainly have medium and large dog experience. I have had a dog for the majoity of my life. I have fostered 8 dogs in the past 2 years. I work from home so I will be able to keep an eye on your pet. I will walk them 2 times per day plus 2 short walks to get them addiitonal potty breaks around my home which in on an acre. I have a front and back yard that is not fenced. Your dog will be able to get on the couch and I have 4 dog beds for your dog to use. i have a 54 inch crate and dog beds. I do not currently have my own dog so I can focus solely on your dog. I will send updates and pictures daily
Dan G.
“Hands down the best sitter we’ve ever had! Joey felt at home immediately. Dan and his family have a wonderful home and provide a welcoming environment. The whole family are dog people so joey had multiple humans taking care of him and he loved it so much. Dan was responsive, accommodating and most importantly treated my dog with the same love and care that I do. I received regular updates/photos and my dog was just so happy. I know he was exceptionally well taken care of Becuase when I picked him up, he was (relatively) calm and relaxed which tells me he was well exercised and well taken care of. I cannot recommend Dan highly enough. THANK YOU Dan! Look forward to the next time I can drop Joey off with you :)”
Liliana Z.Star Sitter
“Liliana & her husband are very nice and very flexible with dropoff/pickup times. She sends nice photos of my dog on a walk or just relaxing at her house.”
Erika P.Star Sitter
“Erika was absolutely amazing to board my diabetic senior cat with. He loved her and her family so much, and warmed up to them even though he prefers his alone time, it was like a mini vacation for him! I 100% will be contacting Erika again for future stays, she was extremely patient, caring, understanding and on top of everything you would hope for in a pet sitter. Thank you so much again for taking such good care of my boy!”
Isabel S.Star Sitter
“We are so pleased with Isabel and her care and concern with our pup. She had great communication with us and sent daily pictures of all the fun our pup had while away. We will definitely be using Isabel for our next vacation!”
Madison P.
“We have booked with Madison several times for our pups. Madison has been amazing with Holly and Murray every time they have stayed with her. She’s super reliable and really loves our pups, so we always know they're in good hands. Highly recommend her!”
Kristin L.Star Sitter
“Kristin and her family are such wonderful people! Kristin made me feel so comfortable boarding my dog Winnie with her right from the start. She is responsive and kind, even going the extra mile to purchase a dog toy for Winnie before our meet and greet! I would recommend anyone to book with her and would definitely have her watch Winnie again.”
Stefanie M.
“Stefanie was absolutely amazing with my dog! This was my first time using Rover and I was pretty anxious, but she was a fantastic communicator throughout my dog's stay. We got so many adorable pictures and video updates. Her cats are super dog-friendly, and my dog got along great with them. Stefanie is very knowledgable and understands the nuances of pet care. My dog had a wonderful experience, and usually my dog is pretty anxious in new situations! She got plenty of affection, attention, and exercise. I would definitely book Stefanie again!”
Laura & Carolina & Enrique G.Star Sitter
“Laura and her family took great care of my 3 yo beagle mix. He’s got an autoimmune disorder with extreme food sensitivity and takes meds 3x daily. They were attentive to his needs, sent photos everyday, were super responsive and patient, and allowed me to show them how to administer the medicine. Both of us felt right at home, lol! We’ll be back thank you so much!!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Southbury is $55 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $385. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Southbury dog boarding rates can be found as low as $29 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 784 sitters provided dog boarding in Southbury. 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, 90% of Southbury dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Southbury have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 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 Southbury.
Rover makes it easy to find Southbury 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 784 dog boarding sitters in Southbury on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Southbury, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.
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