Dog Boarding in Startup, WA
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“Our pup, Olive, had a great time! Lots of great photos. We felt confident leaving our girl with Suzanne and would be happy to book with her again in the future!”


“Ritta was so sweet with Daisy and Daisy had a great time playing with the other dogs and running around the obstacle course that Ritta had set up. I would highly recommend Ritta for watching after your dog. Tony”

“Julie had my pup Skye at her farm for 5 days. Skye had a great time and slept well. She was able to run around the farm pastures and rode bikes with Julie. I would def use her again in the future!”

“Victor took care of my 4-month-old Labrador puppy, Ginger, for a full week while I was on vacation, and I couldn’t be more grateful. Ginger is still very young—she isn’t fully potty trained or fully trained in general—so caring for her is truly a full-time job. Victor showed incredible patience, kindness, and dedication throughout. Ginger even ripped some of his dog’s toys, and he never once complained. He handled every challenge with understanding and care, and Ginger was clearly happy and well looked after. I’m extremely thankful to Victor and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone reliable and compassionate to care for their pet.”

“Kelsey was INCREDIBLE with my puppers. She was sure to make sure that we had a meet and greet first to ensure that she knew and was a good fit for him before the actual boarding. When I came back to get my dog, they were the best of friends!”

“I couldn't have asked for a better experience leaving my small dog with Fiona for three days. From our initial meeting, they showed genuine understanding of the special attention little dogs need. Fiona created a comfortable, safe environment that immediately put my normally anxious pup at ease. They thoughtfully maintained my dog's familiar routine—from specific feeding times to favorite walking routes—which made all the difference in keeping stress levels low. Communication was excellent throughout the stay. I received daily updates with photos showing my happy dog enjoying playtime, and cuddles. It was clear my little one was receiving plenty of attention and affection. What impressed me most was Fiona's attention to detail—they noticed my dog's preference for certain sleeping spots, and adapted accordingly. Upon return, I found my dog relaxed, and clearly content. For such a short stay, the level of care provided was exceptional. I highly recommend this sitter to anyone with a dog needing personalized, attentive care. The peace of mind I enjoyed during my trip was worth every penny!”


“Jenny took care of our neighbor's dog Willow for us when we were taking care of it and had to leave unexpectedly for 3 days, the boarding experience went very well and she was very thoughtful and asked good questions prior to the boarding. Willow had a great time playing with her dog and when I came to pick her up Jenny had Willow's crate all packed up with her things and ready for me, which I really appreciated. Willow is a dog who can be anxious at times but it was obvious that she felt very comfortable with Jenny. We are pretty picky about who watches our pooches and are glad to have found someone in Gold Bar who we feel good about recommending or using for our own dogs.”

“We absolutely love Todd!! He is very good about sending us pictures and keeping us informed about how our dog is doing. She has been going to him for almost 2 years now and actually gets excited when we get closer to his house. So great knowing that she is going to a home where they love her like we do and she gets spoiled. A little vacation for everyone.”

“John is a true dog lover who makes sure your dog is well taken care off, has lots of play time with other dogs and snuggle time inside. He keeps you updated with lots of fun facts and pictures!”

“Rebecca is everything you could ever want for your god in a sitter. Responsive, communicative, kind, caring, and trustworthy. You can tell how much she loves animals with the many updates and pictures to know they are being loved and cared for. I cannot recommend Rebecca enough to trust with your pet if you are in need of a sitter. Thank you for loving my pup as much as I do!”


“Dawn is AMAZING! Our Ridgeback stayed with Dawn for 8 nights while we were away on vacation. Dawn and her family are caring, kind, and experienced. We could not have found a better person to watch Lima while we were away. We were very apprehensive about using Rover for such an extended period, but Dawn immediately put us at ease and was very communicative throughout the whole process. We could not recommend her more! Thank you Dawn!!!”
“Natalie is amazing! My dog Ellie can struggle with anxiety and fear meeting new people/places, but she seemed immediately comfortable with Natalie during our meet and greet. She was very accommodating, asked great questions at drop off to make sure Ellie was comfortable, and provided updates and photos throughout the stay. We will definitely use her again, I think Ellie was sad to say goodbye.”

“Krystina was overall great to work with. She sent us frequent pictures and updates about our two dogs. They returned to us happy and comfortable. Will be booking her again!”


“Teri watched my two chihuahuas and she was amazing. I was nervous to leave them with a stranger but instantly felt at ease with many updates and pictures. They seemed to be at home with Teri and I would definitely have her watch them again!! ❤️”

“The team at Pilalak & Siraphat was responsive and professional and accommodated my stay request on short notice. Photos were provided every day and our golden looked happy and relaxed. The enclosed run area is large and clean.”

“Can’t say enough good things about Steve! He took excellent care of our senior dog for two weeks and sent us regular updates and photos so we could see how she was doing. She was living her best life! Truly thankful that we found Steve on Rover and highly recommend him - wish we had found him sooner!”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Startup is $60
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Sitters in Startup average 12 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, 2,585 sitters provided dog boarding in Startup. 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, 91% of Startup dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Startup 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 Startup.
Rover makes it easy to find Startup 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 2,585 dog boarding sitters in Startup on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Startup, 91% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 84% 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.




