Dog Boarding In Southwest Lakeland, FL
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“Thank you so much for watching our boys, George and Cooper, again! It’s great to find someone who loves our boys as much as we do! Thank you again, and see you next year!!”
“Angela and Jorge were so good with our poodle Bailey! They made us feel comfortable in their home and Bailey to feel welcome. The communication was superb and we felt she was well cared-for and happy. We will definitely use them again.”
“Joanne was amazing with my 4 year old rescue dog Juniper. We have had her less than a year and we have never left a pet with anyone except family. This vacation we needed someone other than family to keep her for a week. Because she is a bit anxious and has a specific diet, I wanted someone with experience and a loving home to welcome her as their own for a week. Joanne fit the bill, sending me notes on her care, photos and videos of her interaction with other dogs. She went above and beyond caring for Juniper, giving her the love as well as the care and patience needed to get her out of her shell while staying with her. I will definitely use her again with no reservations!!! She deserves a 10 star review but they only allow up to 5, so she gets a 5 + plus from me. Thank you Joanne!!! From Cheryl H.”
“Danieris and Julian are a wonderful and kind couple. They welcomed my dog and communicated regularly about his stay and questions. I would absolutely use them again.”
“Maya is a gem. She’s prompt and genuinely enjoys looking after our furry friend. We’ve been Rover-ing for many years now and she’s at the top of our list. Highly recommended. Thank you, Maya! 🐕”
“Christian was absolutely wonderful. He took his time getting to know Georgia during our meet and greet. He carefully observed how she interacted with other dogs at his home. He is very compassionate and knows what he is doing. I felt extremely comfortable boarding Georgia with him for a few days. He sent pictures throughout his visit so I always knew how Georgia was doing. I highly recommend Christian and I will definitely use his services again.”
“Amazing sitter. VERY CARING AND ATTENTIVE !!! Took really good care of my fur baby !!! I felt safe leaving my baby with Mercedes .. Will use her again and I Recommend any one looking for a great sitter TO GIVE HER A CALL.”
“I would give 10 stars if it were possible. I was so thankful to be able to find Angie last minute to care for our dog Koa. It was Koa’s first time ever with a sitter, and we were nervous because it was 9 days, but Angie was welcoming during the meet and greet, and explained about how she would care for him. She also provided additional information about the other dogs she cared for during the time we would leave Koa with her. She sent pics almost every day to provide updates on how he was doing. We are so grateful for the amazing care that Koa received from Angie. He was a happy pup, which made us happy, too!”
“Would ABSOLUTELY book again....We have an elderly dog and a youthful one and Iris was amazing with both of them. She was so good with sending pics/videos without me even requesting them. We definitely plan to book with her again. Her home was beautiful as well. 10 out of 10, would definitely recommend Iris, she is AWESOME!!!! :)”
“Luz was awesome. She sent no less than three pictures of our dog every day while we were on vacation. Our dog requires medication three times daily and putting our trust in Luz to administer those doses worked out real well. Next time we need a dog sitter, you better believe we’ll reach out to her again.”
“I am so thankful for Mary and Cory! Their home is welcoming and fun! Mary is such a kind soul and handles Kit so well- it’s Kit’s home away from home💕! Chester is the best dog friend for Kit! Mary is so friendly and handles all temperament of dogs so well, always a positive experience 💕!”
“Matt and Nicole did an amazing job with our German Shepherd mix! They sent pics and kept us updated while we were away. They worked with us to modify the booking when plans changed on our end. Would absolutely use them again and plan to on our next trip!”
“Was looking for a last-minute sitter for my Boy and Angelica was nice enough to book me at the last minute. She was watching a few other dogs who got along great with my boy. She was unbelievably sweet and professional, and I truly appreciate her and will be using her again in the near future.”
“If you're on the fence about booking with Cherisse, please read this. I'm a helicopter dog owner, my dogs are spoiled rotten and I rarely let them out of my care unless my normal dog sitter of 10 years can watch them. Due to her life changes, I found myself without a dog sitter and 2 days to find someone else so I took a shot on Rover and with Cherisse. We had a birth in the family we wanted to be at and knowing my three dogs were so well taken care of and comfortable with Cherisse helped us not stress about them and we were fully present with our family. Her home is beautiful and spotless, the daily updates were great and their care was wonderful. I can't thank her enough and will absolutely be booking her in the future.”
“Thank you so much for taking great care of Lilo. When I picked up my Lilo she wagged her tail and it gave me a sigh of relief because I knew she had a great time. I will be using them again for any occasion if Lilo needs to be taken care of. I’m happy I chose you. Thank you!”
“We were so pleased with Ginger’s care for Lexi! She kept us constantly updated on Lexi’s well-being with pictures and messages, which gave us such peace of mind. Lexi was happy and relaxed, getting to enjoy all her favorite activities. It was clear Ginger made Lexi's time special, and Lexi even bonded with Ginger’s sweet Yorkie, Bella. We couldn’t have asked for a more attentive and loving sitter. Highly recommend!”
Southwest dog parents share their Rover experiences
Angelica gave our pup the best attention ever. I don't think he even missed us because of how much fun he had. It was so nice seeing pictures and videos of him playing throughout the day while I was on vacation. At the end of his stay he was bathed, had a cute handkerchief, and a box of treats. I will definitely be using her again because she gave me complete peace of mind and he had a blast.
I am so thankful for having the opportunity to leave Riley with Angie at her house. She is a pro!! Angie was caring and firm with Riley who is very playful and needed some behavior correction. She did it with passion and love. She is a natural dog sitter. Also, Angie is super organized, her house is clean and cozy. The yard is properly maintained. I highly recommend Angie and I am definitely planning on using her professional services again soon.
Cherisse took wonderful care of my two dogs while I was away for a few days. One of my dogs has separation anxiety, and she went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable, eating well, and getting the attention she needed. Cherisse sent daily updates with pictures and videos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was on vacation. Her home also has a fully fenced yard, so the dogs could safely roam and play. When my dogs are with Cherisse, I know they are in great hands.
Melissa was a wonderful babysitter for our fur-baby, Chevi💗 She was so thoughtful of our feelings of leaving her with someone we didn’t know before. She sent us several pictures every day of their walks, which is Chevi’s favorite thing to do, along with playing Tug-o -war with her stuffed animals. Chevi had to be on a specific diet for a while and she did great at making sure that this diet was followed. Melissa was a great comfort to us during this time away!!
Maria took great care of Loki! Communication was excellent throughout the stay, and she made sure he was treated with so much kindness and attention. I really appreciated how well she looked after him, Loki was happy and comfortable the whole time. I would definitely book with her again! 🐾💙
Kevin has been wonderful….He keeps me updated, and even in my exhaustive busy time traveling it puts a smile on my face and an added relief knowing Maxx is in good hands! Maxx even got a buddy in the way of Kevin’s husky and they go to the dog park to play and also share fun with Kevin’s family!
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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Southwest.
Rover makes it easy to find Southwest 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.
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