Dog Boarding in Syracuse
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1. Esther B.


“The best sitter around! My dogs always come back looking really happy. She sends tons of pictures and updates on my pups during there stay. So much better than any type of boarding location. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs a sitter.”


2. Katie C.


“Katie is phenomenal! This was our first time boarding our fur baby and she made it so easy! Absolutely will continue to go to her and recommend her to everyone!”


3. Melissa R.

“This stay was my first use of Rover, and I will definitely use again! Melissa and her happy house was perfect for my beloved pup, and I did not worry about him at all while I was gone. communication between us was great and my doggie had a great time staying with her. Absolutely I would recommend Rover and Melissa !”


4. Ashley & Michael C.

“Ashley was very communicative and had a large backyard and dogs to play with, My dog was well cared for and came home exhausted from having so much fun!”


5. Tori G.

“I had a great experience with Tori! My dog prim came home happy and seemed to have a lot of fun. She took primrose on a holiday weekend with just a few days noticed, and Tori communicated great and I would totally use her for future needs. Thanks again!! 😊”


6. Bianca R.

“My dog came back so happy and tired. That is a good sign. I loved that she sent daily pictures and updates. I will definitely use her again. Super happy.”


7. Mary A.

“Communication was perfect! Mary took care of my fur babies so well and sent daily pics and updates. Recommend her to anyone looking for attentive care for their pets.”


8. McKenna & Justin S.

“This was our second boarding with McKenna and Justin. They were extremely accommodating to a schedule change we had and were great with communication. We got updated on our pup with pictures every couple of days. He came home happy which we love to see. We love working with them and Oliver is always happy to see them.”


9. Kimmie R.

“Thanks again Kimmie for caring for my babies for a week, It such a good feeling to know they are in good hands and that I didn’t have to worry about them. 💕💕💕”


10. Ashley F.

“Ashley was so awesome!!! She obviously has lots of experience with dogs, and our dog benefited! She sent lots of pictures and videos, which we LOVED. She was fun to talk to when we dropped off and picked up, and she was just fabulous all around!! Can’t recommend any more than 5 stars, but I’d do 6 if I could.”


11. Stacey P.

“We LOVE Stacey! Sheba was definitely spoiled during her stay with Stacey and loved every minute of it! We didn't have to worry about a thing! Will definitely book again with Stacey in the future!”


12. Cara V.

“Cara was attentive and responded to messages quickly. She sent pictures of our puppy while we were away. Great sitter! We'd definitely use her again.”


13. Rebecca S.

“Rebecca was so great to work with! She got back to me in a timely manner. Sent me pictures and updates. I didn’t worry one bit while we were away I knew she was well taken care of and in good hands :)”


14. Brenden S.

“Wow!! These guys were fantastic! We left both our pups with them (knowing that puppies are a lot of work!) And they took such great care of them both and their individual needs. Penny (our 4 yr. Old) was happy to snuggle on the couch with the kiddos and Storm (our 5 mo. Old) ran with the other dogs until she couldn't anymore. They were BOTH so tired and played-out when they got home, they were plopped down on their pillows almost the entire day! Lol! Thank you so much! We highly recommend these wonderful people to care for your pups. They're awesome!”


15. Kelsea T.

“Our dog is pretty shy and really struggles to warm up to strangers and Kelsea was really patient with him and he seemed to be taken care of and happy when we picked him up.”


16. Dana F.

“Dana did a great job with Rocko. He received a lot of love and attention from Dana and her family. Rocko was happy and relaxed when we picked him up. Daily pictures were provided. Would definitely recommend to book with Dana!”


17. Rachel M.

“Great. Our pup was well cared for She took him in last minute. And took great care. He had just been neutered. Work called me away and she made a worried time go smoothly. Thank you!!”


18. Julie W.

“Wow, Julie was absolutely amazing! Starting from the beginning with the meet and greet all the way to the very end on pick up. Our sweet dog had a fantastic time at her place. We were leaving town and were having issues with our flight and Julie was flexible on dropping our dog off. She kept us informed on how everything was going by sending videos and pictures everyday. She really is the best and highly recommended.”


19. Mia J.

“Best sitter by far! My pup has spinal bifida/incontinence and I was so lucky to find such a gem! There are not enough words to express how grateful I am to have found her or to describe how wonderful her community is ❤️”


20. Shannon S.

“Shannon and her family were amazing with Bailey! From start to finish, they made everything easy and stress-free. Shannon kept me updated with lots of photos and messages, showing Bailey happy, relaxed, and well cared for. Her family treated Bailey like their own, giving her so much love and attention. You could tell Bailey felt right at home! I'll absolutely book with Shannon again—highly recommend! 🐾❤️”
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As of Apr 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Syracuse is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Syracuse dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Apr 2025, 865 sitters provided dog boarding in Syracuse. 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, 92% of Syracuse dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Syracuse have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Syracuse.
Rover makes it easy to find Syracuse 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 865 dog boarding sitters in Syracuse on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Syracuse, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 99% offer medication administration, and 95% 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.
