Dog Boarding in The Fan, Richmond, VA
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“Matt was extremely helpful and responsive, and provided wonderful crate-free boarding for our standard poodle. From the looks of the photos he sent, she seemed to really enjoy herself.”

“Excellen all around! Great communication before and during our trip, with lots of consideration for the dogs’ routines and comfort. Loved all the photos that showed us the dogs were having a great time at “camp” — knowing they were in good hands let us enjoy our trip all the more. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.”

“Aaren & Jordon are truly wonderful puppy sitters! Throughout my pup’s stay with them, I received multiple updates during the day of the fun activities they were getting into. We were put at ease and loved to see our girl so happy while we were apart! We are thankful for them for welcoming our pup into their home with open arms.”


“Hilary was a terrific dog sitter for our 10 year old beagle- conscientious, friendly and so flexible, helping us out by picking up our dog for us. She sent us pictures every day to keep our "mom worries" under control. We feel fortunate to have found Hilary.”
“Alex is the best! Our dog was well cared for, had access to Alex’s backyard, and socialized with other well behaved rover pups staying at her house! She came back looking loved and well cared for! Alex sent us so many photos and we loved having updates throughout our dogs stay! Would recommend Alex to anyone!”


“We were a little concerned when we left our puppy with Cindy as it was his first time away from us for so long. However, Cindy took real good care of him and sent us lot of pics to keep us updated. Looks like Ace had lot of fun with her. We will definitely consider her again for our next vacation. Highly recommended!”

About: I bring over 10 years of dog care experience and 5+ years managing a stable multi-dog group. I carefully watch body language, work to prevent issues early, and keep feeding routines steady so each dog feels comfortable, safe, and well cared for. I’m comfortable working with multi-dog households, different energy levels, and group dynamics. My focus is creating a safe, structured, and positive environment where dogs can socialize, play, and settle comfortably. Pet care is part of my daily life. I’m home throughout the day and organize my schedule around the dogs in my care so they receive consistent supervision, play, and individual attention. I have a fenced backyard and fenced front yard, giving dogs safe space to move, explore, and play. Inside, I provide a dedicated dog room and crates for dogs of all sizes, creating a comfortable and secure place to rest when needed. Dogs are thoughtfully grouped by temperament, with attention to proper rest rotation and consistent feeding routines to support balance and comfort. Whether in my home or a client’s home, I focus on safety, supervision, and each dog’s individual needs. I follow established routines closely, maintain a steady and secure environment, and make sure every dog feels comfortable, cared for, and at ease.
“Michaela was absolutely fantastic with Zephyr and it was so clear he had such a great time with her this weekend! During our stay she sent tons of pictures to keep me updated on what Zeph was up to and was very communicative throughout the whole rover process. We met ahead of time during a meet and greet where Zeph got tons of time to get to know his new aunt Michaela and vice versa and it was clear to see how great she was with handling him from the start. We will absolutely be back and are so happy to have met you! Thanks so much for taking such great care of Zephyr!”
About: I love dogs so much and my experiences with them are endless! I have been around dogs and cats since a young age, senior-puppies-kittens. I have raised and trained a puppy before, dog sat many dogs in the past and have experience administering medication. 🐕 I am majoring in psychology to go into animal behavioral therapy, I’m knowledgeable on animal language and understand their boundaries. So I guarantee I will have your dog/cat feeling safe, loved, and cared for easily! 💛 I am currently free most days if not all of the week. I have classes on Wednesdays and Thursdays, but still may be relatively available these days. The best available times for me for drop-in/day-time care range from 8am-8pm each day. At my home I have a small fenced in backyard and I live in a walkable area nearby a park for walks and zoomies. Indoors or outdoors I will make sure your pet stays safe and entertained. Whether it’s brushies or playtime I can care for them in these ways in your home or in mine. 🐈⬛
“Our Golden made fast friends with Ross & Ava & there gentle Great Dane, George. They were very responsive and reasonable. Will use again when visiting in Richmond.”

“Excellent sitter. She was so professional and caring. She walked him she played with him. I got pictures everyday. Bruno got along with her baby. They became good buddies. I can tell Bruno miss Snoop her pet. When I have to go away again I definitely want Myrna to be the sitter. You will feel good about leaving your pet with her”

“Jakiya was the absolute best!!! She took great care of our elderly dog while we were away on vacation. Jax really enjoyed being there. He was comfortable and he was treated like the best good boy in the world! Thank you so much Jakiya for caring and loving on our Jax while we were away! Will def be booking again in the future.”

“Our pup was happy as can be staying with Raye while we were out of town on vacation! He had plenty of outside time and enjoyed spending time with other dogs. We got tons of pictures updates, which was great. Some were even glamour shots with my pup looking so handsome! Would work with Raye again, for sure!”

“Thank you so much to Le’Quitta and her family for taking such great care of Boss ☺️ She kept me updated with pictures and communicated well. Will definitely be rebooking! We knew he had a good time when he slept the majority of the day when we got him home❤️ Thanks again!!!”

“Pepper had a great time. Sarah sent lots of pictures of Pepper’s stay. Pepper got lots of exercise and was pooped from her exciting tome. I would definitely recommend Sarah and will use her services again.”


“Damacia is was amazing! I found him on Rover after reading through several reviews, and I’m so glad I chose him. He was very responsive and stayed in touch throughout my entire time away, including sending pictures and videos. My dog, Jaxson, has never been around other dogs before, so I know this was a new experience for him but based on the updates I received, he did great. Damacia made me feel completely at ease, and I now have a dog sitter I truly trust to care for Jaxson while I’m away. Highly recommend 🐾✨”

The Fan dog parents share their Rover experiences
Jakiya is the best. We have 2 German shepherd puppies and needed to find a boarder immediately due to circumstances beyond our control. She accepted them right away and we are very grateful. She kept us informed about anything going on with them and sent lots of pictures. She really took great care of them. Plenty of walks, playtime in the yard and lots of loving. We will definitely board our babies with her again if the need arises. Thank you Jakiya!!

Kingsley had a fantastic stay at Matt's place. Matt updated us often with photos and details of his attitude and comportment, and it was clear our dog was having fun. He seemed to get a good mix of play and rest time and we knew he was in good hands. We'll definitely be back!

Penny had another FANTASTIC time with Michelle and her sweet dog!! Michelle sent daily updates and pictures while I was on vacation, and I never had to worry…she was safe and having a good time. I cannot thank Michelle enough and genuinely appreciate the care given to Penny. The absolute best experience!!

Aaren & Jordan took excellent care of my dog. She was very anxious the first night and they went above and beyond trouble shooting to help her feel comfortable for the remainder of her stay! They are great communicators, provided us with plenty of updates and our dog with long walks. Would recommend they to anyone!

Joanna was warm, friendly, and easy to communicate with from the start. She’s clearly a dog lover and has two dogs of her own, which made me feel comfortable leaving Rocco in her care. Communication was smooth throughout the stay. Rocco came home healthy, clean, and in good spirits. His personality was the same as usual, and he adjusted back easily. I appreciated the overall experience and would feel comfortable booking with her again.

Lilly took amazing care of our dog Bodi for 6 days, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. She kept us very informed the entire time and sent lots of pictures and updates, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Bodi was very comfortable, happy, and well cared for. We’re so grateful for the attention and love she gave him and would absolutely trust her again in the future. Highly recommend!

Ashley was absolutely amazing with Onyx over the Christmas and New Year’s holiday! She kept me updated with pictures and messages throughout my time away, which gave me so much peace of mind. Onyx loved playing with her kids and looked so adorable cuddling with everyone, it was clear he felt right at home. When Onyx struggled a bit at night and was barking, Ashley was incredibly patient and kind. She reached out to ask for advice and even allowed calming treats to be dropped off while I was away, which I truly appreciated. She followed all of my special instructions perfectly, including giving him his Christmas presents on Christmas Day and feeding him a special holiday meal. I’m so grateful for the love and care she showed Onyx and would absolutely trust her again. Highly recommend Ashley to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate sitter!

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