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Sitter Profile Image: Mary M.
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Mary M.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
6 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Marcellus, NY, 13108

“Mary and her husband were so kind, generous with their time and love and always patient and caring with our girl Mindy! She LOVED her stay and we are so grateful for them!!”

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Kathleen C.
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Polina K.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 75 reviews
30 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Liverpool, NY, 13088

“Polina was great! This was the first time someone we didn’t know watched our 11.5 year old Lola, and it went smoothly. We received pictures during her stay as well! Highly recommended!”

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Violetta R.
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Ellen M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 615 reviews
88 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Auburn, NY, 13021

“Highly recommend booking here! I’m so glad we found such a nice place for our dog Red to stay. They send a daily update along with pictures which was so appreciated when we were missing our dog.”

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Amy H.
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Susan T.
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$40
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
13 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Groton, NY, 13073

“Susan is incredible and I'm so glad to have found someone my very anxious dog can feel comfortable with when I'm gone. Susan kept me updated (with pictures when Jade would cooperate) regularly and was kind and patient, even when Jade decided to turn up the dramatics. Would absolutely recommend for anyone with an anxious dog who needs a little extra love and care!”

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Brinna M.
Sitter Profile Image: Georgianne C.
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Georgianne C.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 64 reviews
28 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Liverpool, NY, 13088

“Daisy enjoyed her time with Georgianne. She enjoyed playing with her dog, getting to know her cat and going to the dog park. I recommend Georgianne highly.”

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Ami S.
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Robert & Eileen Y.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

“As always, our boys Richard and Philip had an incredible time staying with Robert and Eileen! They got lots of exercise in the big fenced yard, despite the tundra-like conditions, and we got detailed updates every day with cute photos and videos. Richard even learned to fetch! Robert and Eileen are gems, and I would leave them a 10 star review if I had the option!”

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Leon M.
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Irina S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 164 reviews
92 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Jamesville, NY, 13078

“Our dog, Moose, had a good stay with Irina over a weekend. She was very accommodating and friendly and made it easy for us to pick him up and drop off. Much appreciated! We plan on having Moose stay with Irina again. Very Highly Recommended!”

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Natalie C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
40 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

“Natalie took such exceptionally good care of Goose, and he and Leo had a great long weekend playing together and going on walks. Thank you for your care and attention to him and making him feel right at home :)”

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Meewa M.
Sitter Profile Image: Sibrunson R.
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Sibrunson R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Near Eastside, Syracuse, NY, 13210

“Booked last minute and was very accommodating. I needed a day sitter for my 2 labs and received pictures/ updates thought the day. My dogs had a great day and were well cared for. Would definitely recommend and book again in the future.”

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Danielle L.
Sitter Profile Image: Marisol E.
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Marisol E.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
7 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Skunk City, SYRACUSE, NY, 13204

“Thank youuuu for taking such good care of our sweet Kenya!!! Thank you for all the love you gave to her, the walks and games, the photos and detailed updates. We could tell she had a blast the whole time she was with you guys 🥹💕”

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura M.
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Laura M.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 104 reviews
49 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

“Laura is fabulous! My dog had a nice time overnight and was well taken care of. I know my dog felt comfortable with Laura because she ate her food while there, and she doesn’t always eat while boarding somewhere, especially someplace new. Laura sent several photos, shared about their potty break and games they played. We anticipate boarding with Laura again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Donna N.
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Donna N.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
5 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Clay, NY, 13041

“Literally the best sitter we’ve ever had! I was SO nervous to leave my bestie, but Donna made me feel comfortable from the start. She took care of our girl like she was her own and communicated very frequently. Georgia came home happy and exhausted!”

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Jenna A.
Sitter Profile Image: Rocio & Juan C.
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Rocio & Juan C.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

“Amazing!! My dog usually doesn’t eat when I leave her cause she’s very shy, first time she came home with a full tummy! Always updated me, went on walks and felt at homeee!:)”

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Maisha C.
Sitter Profile Image: Margaret M.
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Margaret M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
East Syracuse, NY, 13057

“Margaret was Sooo amazing! Last minute bookingand a new to being boarded kitty. It was great I got to learn how my kitty would respond in such a healthy environment.”

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Kendra S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
10 years of experience
Phoenix, NY, 13135

“I definitely recommend Kendra! She is very attentive to both your animal(s) and instructions. If you need a sitter, she’s the one!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kara J.
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Kara J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Fayetteville, NY, 13066

“Kara was great ! Was able to take Zoey at late notice and was more than happy to accomodate her special needs. Will be happy to use her again next time I'm out of town”

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Diana P.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
9 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Downtown, Syracuse, NY, 13202

“Dianna was super kind, nice, and attentive. Lexi loved her and had a great time. She also sent lots of pictures and updates. Really great experience!”

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Sarah F.
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$35
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18 years of experience
Syracuse, NY, 13090

About: Hi there! I’ve been dedicated to working with animals since I was 16, earning my Veterinary Technician license while in high school in Texas. Over the years, my deep interest in canine behavior led me to manage dog daycares and boarding facilities, as well as shadow experienced dog trainers. When I’m not caring for pets, you can usually find me immersed in my favorite hobby-handling and competing with dogs in conformation shows! With my veterinary background, I bring both clinical confidence and behavioral understanding to every visit. I am completely comfortable administering oral or injectable medications, following precise routines, and managing special needs. Having personally cared for an epileptic dog, I am well-versed in seizure protocols and know how to keep pups calm, safe, and supported. I work full-time during the week but am available to care for your dog from Saturday through Monday. Weekends typically involve nature hikes on various trails, allowing all the dogs to explore new scents and enjoy the outdoors. My dogs are my weekend companions, and your pup will become part of our pack on these adventures. I'm passionate about providing dogs with enriching experiences, and I'm confident your dog will have a fun and fulfilling time with us. I don't have a fenced-in yard, but we do monitor the dogs carefully when they are outside. Depending on the dog, we would either walk them on a leash or allow them to explore under close supervision. We have a crate available if needed, but you are more than welcome to bring your dog's own crate if they feel more comfortable in it. Dogs are welcome on furniture, beds, and throughout the house. Our home is completely dog-friendly.

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Ashley & Matthew H.
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$65
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 75 reviews
25 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Syracuse, NY, 13212

“The girls had a great time. Ashley sent pictures daily. She let me see the yard and areas where the girls would be to make me feel better as my little one is an escape artist. Ashley was great at communicating. I will definitely use her again.”

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Cheri M.
Sitter Profile Image: Ginnie B.
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Ginnie B.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
13 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Syracuse, NY, 13209

“Ginnie and I communicated almost every day about how the dogs were doing. When I arrived to pick them up, they appeared very calm and well cared for. I would definitely recommend Ginnie.”

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Jeanne G.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Spafford is $50

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As of November 2026, there are 244 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Spafford. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

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.

97% of sitters in Spafford can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Spafford 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 Spafford.

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Spafford. On Rover:

  • 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 99% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Spafford 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 NY 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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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