Dog Boarding Southward
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“Friendly, cordial, and a great sitter for my older dog. Attentive to his needs and kept me up to date on how he was doing. Will absolutely go back next time we have to book.”
“Alexis is very kind and an excellent communicator. Her home is spacious and has just the right energy for your furbaby. She is organized and made sure that I was able to drop off and pick up at my desired time. She sent me updates which made me feel very comfortable that my pup was having a great time and adjusted well! She was able to maintain his high energy and he obviously loved that! I know he had a great time in her care and we will be back!”
“Simone was absolutely amazing!!! Great communication, kept me updated with the fur baby, and Pluto loved her and his time with her. 10/10. A real animal lover and it’s obvious in her care. 🥰”
“Madeline is very kind. She responded quickly from the start and always kept in touch. She sent me photos and updates daily. My dog felt very comfortable in her warmth. Thank you so much 🤍”
“Loved RoseAnn!! My little Riley felt right at home immediately and was so calm when I picked him up! I don't think he was ready to come home yet, LOL! I know he was loved and well taken care of! Will defintely use her again.”
“Very good communication with regular picture updates. She paid really good attention to his needs and mannerisms, helping me stay connected to his problem areas. Loved the experience with Renee and would return!”
“This is our second boarding with Kamal and it was a pleasure. Kamal ensures our marshmallow is walked, snuggled and sends lots of updates. I think Bear has made Kamal a part of his pack ♥️”
“Incredible sitter!! Her kitty got so well along with mine, they had a great time. Sent photos and was very understanding and so kind. Took care of my kitty very well. She really enjoyed her time there!”
“I’m a repeat happy customer of Theresa. She and her family take such good care of my dogs. It was so nice to see how happy they were when we pulled up to her house for drop off. Thank you!!!”
“We can’t thank Helia enough for the wonderful care she provide to our dog, Gideon. She is absolutely amazing and treated him as he was her own dog. Helia is sweet, responsible, compassionate, and attentive to each dog’s individual needs. We felt completely at ease during our trip knowing our dog was in such great hands. She also send regular updates with pictures and videos, which are truly appreciated. Helia is a truly dog lover. We highly recommend Helia and will definitely book with her again. Thank you Helia !!”
“Isabella has continuously been an amazing sitter for my 3 hyper pups. I never have to worry about them when she is taking care of them. She is also extremely sweet and understanding and adjusted the stay as needed twice due to unforseen issues on my end.”
“Shannon had our high energy 13 month pup, Yrsa, for 5 days. She was awesome with communication and Yrsa seemed to be very happy as well. Our flight was late coming in and Shannon worked with us no problem! We will definitely be calling on Shannon next time we need a sitter. Thank you Shannon!”
“Carlie was amazing with Oliver. Oliver had a great time in her gated in yard and learned the doggy door right away. Carlie sent plenty of photos and videos ensuring Oliver was having a vacation while his humans were on vacation. I’d recommend Carlie and plan to use her services again in the future!”
“Our dog is house trained but he got so excited with all the fur friends he met there upon arrival, he started marking his territory. I was so embarrassed but Taina was so understanding. She sent us pictures of their walks. When we returned to pick him up, he looked so happy and well taken cared for. Thanks again, Taina!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Southward home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Southward.
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Southward sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in GA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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