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Sitter Profile Image: Dan & Teresa B.
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Dan & Teresa B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
183 reviews
70 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Phoenix, NY, 13135

Teresa welcomed my gentle giants with big smiles and open arms. My pups loved checking everything out and settled in very quickly. Teresa was very accommodating and took care of my pups as if they were her own. We will definitely board with Theresa and Dan again and will tell our friends too. Thanks for everything.

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Rachael F.
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Bonnie & Beverly H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
42 years of experience
Fulton, NY, 13069

My dogs stayed with Bonnie for 2 nights. She was extremely responsive and took good care of my pups! She was also flexible with my changing itinerary. So grateful to have found her!

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Jennifer G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Oswego, NY, 13126

Jennifer took my dog in like one of her own, giving her endless love, attention, and a true home away from home. I couldn’t be more grateful for her care.

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Stephanie F.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Oswego, NY, 13126

About: I have been a devoted animal lover and pet owner for many years, and caring for both cats and dogs has always been a true passion of mine. I understand that pets are beloved family members, each with their own unique personalities, routines, and needs, and I treat every animal with the same love, patience, and respect that I give my own. I am dependable, compassionate, and attentive to detail. Whether your pet is an energetic dog, a playful cat, a shy rescue, or a senior or special-needs companion, I take the time to make them feel safe, comfortable, and loved. My experience with rescue animals and special-needs pets has taught me to be especially patient and observant, allowing me to quickly notice changes in behavior or health. Nothing makes me happier than earning an animal’s trust and ensuring they receive exceptional care while their family is away. My goal is to provide not only outstanding care for your pets, but also complete peace of mind for you. As a full-time high school teacher, I maintain a structured and dependable schedule, working from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the school year. This allows me to provide pet visits during the midday, if needed, and dedicated walks and care immediately after the school day. Caring for animals is an important part of my daily life. I share my home with two dogs, who enjoy their walks as soon as I return home, as well as my cats, who are part of my evening routine. This firsthand experience as a pet owner helps me understand the importance of consistency, exercise, affection, and attentive care. In addition to my availability during the school year, I have school vacations, holidays, and summers off, which provides greater flexibility to accommodate your schedule and your pets' needs. I am committed to providing reliable, compassionate, and professional care so you can feel confident that your pets are in excellent hands. I provide attentive, personalized care in your home so that your pets can remain comfortable in their familiar environment and maintain their regular routines. I understand that consistency is important for reducing stress and helping pets feel secure while their families are away. During each visit, I ensure that your pets have fresh food and water, clean litter boxes or potty areas, exercise, playtime, and plenty of affection. For dogs, this includes walks, outdoor breaks, and interactive play tailored to their energy level and needs. For cats, I provide feeding, litter box maintenance, enrichment, and quiet companionship on their terms. I am experienced in caring for rescue, senior, and special-needs pets, including administering oral medications when needed. I take the time to observe each pet’s behavior and overall well-being, and I will promptly communicate any concerns. I also respect your home and will keep feeding areas, litter boxes, and pet spaces clean and tidy. You can expect regular updates, photos, and clear communication so you have peace of mind knowing your pets are safe, comfortable, and receiving loving, professional care.

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Sarah S.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
5 repeat clients
26 years of experience
OSWEGO, NY, 13126

Sarah was wonderful! We received update photos every day and our pup came home clearly well cared for and happy after over a week of being away. We were worried about our small dog being around her larger ones, but she arranged a meet and greet prior to taking King Tut. Her dogs were sweet and gentle with him. During the week we got photos of all three happily cuddled together. Would recommend Sarah S. and would definitely return should we need a dog-sitter!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ellen M.
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Ellen M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
599 reviews
81 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Auburn, NY, 13021

Raven seemed to really enjoy her time here! Mike & Ellen had no problem giving her some meds, giving her lots of attention, and sending updates & photos to ease our minds about leaving her. She made some few furry friends too & we'll definitely use them again!

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Tiffany A.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Fulton, NY, 13069

Tiffany did a great job taking care of my pup for 3 days. She’s got a great fenced in yard to play in, she took her for walks & sent plenty of pics & updates. My dog & hers got along great; we’ll definitely use Tiffany again. I highly recommend Tiffany to take care of your pup!

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Huijun L.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
18 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Liverpool, NY, 13090

The Huijin household was wonderful to work with, and they were outstanding with my baby boy. I would recommend them to anyone, and will definitely attempt to use them again in the future.

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Mary M.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
5 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Marcellus, NY, 13108

Mary was the perfect match for our elderly dog: she is patient and caring. Mary has her home and yard set up for every dog's optimal comfort, which we especially appreciated since our dog has arthritis. Ella, our 15 year-old papillon, loved her!

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Lindsey T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Phoenix, NY, 13135

Lindsey did an amazing job caring for our dogs, Cookie and Rocco, while we were out of town for two nights. She kept in touch throughout their stay, sent plenty of photos and updates, and gave us complete peace of mind while we were busy purchasing a home in New York. It was clear that Cookie and Rocco were well cared for, comfortable, and getting lots of attention. Lindsey was reliable, communicative, and genuinely seemed to enjoy spending time with them. We could not have asked for a better experience. We would absolutely trust Lindsey with our dogs again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and dependable pet sitter! As dog parents, leaving our babies behind is never easy, but Lindsey made the whole experience stress-free.

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Sitter Profile Image: Polina K.
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Polina K.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
23 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Liverpool, NY, 13088

Polina is a nice intelligent person. I highly recommend her. I left my puppy for 9 nights and Polina kept in touch all the time about how my puppy is and what my puppy is doing. She really takes good care of my puppy, by walking him every 3 hours and feeding him as I asked her to. When I came to pick the puppy up, I found that the puppy was very happy, vitally joyful, and very active.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley P.
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Ashley P.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
184 reviews
59 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Oswego, NY, 13126

Ashley was great with our dog, Oreo! She was super flexible when we weren't able to come back to town as early as we wanted and sent us updates with pictures. She was also very active with our pup -taking him for walks and to the park. I will definitely go to Ashley the next time we need a sitter!

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Rachel M.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
40 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Cicero, NY, 13039

Rachel and the kids welcomed Tucker with open arms. She sent pics of Tucker and the kids playing and snuggling. I will definitely rebook with her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kendra S.
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Kendra S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 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: Georgianne C.
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Georgianne C.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
25 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Liverpool, NY, 13088

Georgianne was a great sitter and our puppy had a fantastic time with her. She has a big yard and a friendly dog perfect for playing. We would definitely hire her to watch our dog 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
75 reviews
5 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Clay, NY, 13041

We have used Donna 2ce now and will use her services again. It is obvious she is a dog lover the minute you step in her home! She is easy to work with and our boy was well loved.

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Susan E.
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$46
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5.0 out of 5 stars
165 reviews
54 repeat clients
53 years of experience
Liverpool, NY, 13088

I always feel comfortable leaving my dog with Susan, she is great with her! I appreciate the time and care she takes as well as the regular updates and photos 😊

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Sitter Profile Image: Margaret G.
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Margaret G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Hannibal, NY, 13074

Amazing amazing amazing service from Margaret she took care of my babies(kittens named noodles and ghost) for a week and a half and they had a great time updates(cute pictures) were sent often and she even picked them up and dropped them off back to me within the area. Margaret helped me out so much and I couldn’t be happier with her services if you ever need to book with someone to take care of your babies choose her

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley & Matthew H.
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Ashley & Matthew H.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
74 reviews
25 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Syracuse, NY, 13212

Luna had a second stay with Ashley & Matt and was well cared for and had a great time with their two dogs Cali & Stella. Thank you for taking such good care of her and keeping us posted with lots of pictures 💙

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Thomas W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
50 years of experience
Clay, NY, 13041

Thomas was amazing with our two pups. He's fully invested and cares so deeply about their well-being. We never had any reservations about their week long stay with him. His updates and pictures were so helpful. It put our minds at ease to know they were happy and well cared for while we were away.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Sterling is $45

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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Sterling on Rover is $47.5 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 123 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Sterling. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

100% of Sterling sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Sterling landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Sterling 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 Sterling.

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 Sterling 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.

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