Dog Boarding in Thornton, IL
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“Katherine was amazing! I always get so nervous leaving my dog but from the second he was dropped off I could tell he was so loved and taken care of! She sent so many sweet messages and pictures and I will definitely be using her again :)”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ After Biggie's last terrible experience at a boarding service, Mariah is here for the win! From the moment we arrived, Mariah was warm, gentle and welcoming. Of course she sent regular updates with photos and videos, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. My dog came home happy, exhausted from all the attention she received and clearly loved. You can tell Mariah truly loves animals, treats them like family and went the extra mile to make sure my pup felt right at home. I’ll definitely be booking again in the future. Highly recommend!”
“Buddy loved being at Jose’s house!! He was treated extremely well. I had to fly to FL for a funeral and Jose was able to not only pick Buddy up, but also dropped him off home when I returned. I think he got more exercise than he has in years (he’s 15!). Jose sent me pictures updating me on how he was doing. I will definitely use Jose’s services again. Thanks so much!!”
“Candace and Steve were absolutely wonderful! They treat your dog like he's family. Will definitely be using them from now on whenever we're going out of town. They are really friendly and keep you updated on your pet while you're away... I loved that”
“Thor and Loki are always so happy to stay here with Angelo and Dawn and their two dogs Jackson and Ruby. They also love to play with the dogs who are visiting. Angelo and Dawn send several videos a day and it is clear that the dogs are all relaxed and happy. Thor and Loki stayed two weeks this time and I will feel comfortable with my dogs staying many times in the future.”
“Ann J. is THE BEST! ❤️Koda LOVES going to Ann’s to stay overnight or to play for the day, all I have to say is, “Want to go see Ann?” And Koda is wiggling and wagging his tail and at the door ready to go! She sends the sweetest photos and keeps in touch. Ann does an EXCEPTIONAL job building the pack so that the dogs all get along and play well together and Koda comes home worn out from all the fun. Koda highly recommends Ann J. and his people do too! ❤️”
“Toya was very helpful, responded quickly and took out booking on short notice. She took good care of our dog and we are very appreciative of her help! We’d absolutely book with her again.”
“Ricardo and Cristina exceeded our expectations of caring for our beloved Etta! We received multiple updates and pictures of our pooch on her morning walks and naps. It definitely made it easier to enjoy ourselves knowing she was being well taken care of! We definitely recommend them if you are in need of pet care! Thank you!!”
“I had surgery unexpectedly and Joy and Dan accepted my last minute request of dog boarding. My puppy was very excited to go back there and when I picked him up he was very happy. He had a very good visit with them. I am very satisfied with the care that they provided to my puppy.”
“Sheree was a great dog sitter while we were out of town. She kept us informed of everything via texts, pictures, and videos. It was very calming knowing that our pup was in good hands while we were out of town. I highly recommend her services if you need an experienced dog sitter! She is absolutely phenomenal”
“Michelle and her family were wonderful with our two dogs for the week! She went above and beyond following our instructions to truly provide them with a good home, giving us peace of mind while we were on vacation. I would absolutely recommend using her!”
“Cassidy was super nice, responsive and easy to figure out logistics with. Our dog came back super tired from the walks and we enjoyed the picture updates she sent us. Definitely will use again. ?”
“Iman has watched Honey several times. This time, I wasn't able to get back from an out of town trip to pick Honey up on the scheduled date. Iman had no problem with watching her an extra day. Iman is caring, reliable, communicative, and my dog loves her!”
“Ana and Byron did an incredible job with Zoey. This is our second time leaving our dog with this amazing couple, and she loved every second she spent with them! They took great care of her and accommodated to all her needs. They sent us constant updates and photos of Zoey, and we could tell Zoey was happy with them. Thank you so much!!!”
“Amazing, dependable and makes you feel like part of the family. We have used Kat multiple times and our dog jumps with in with them and enjoys himself. 100% recommend without hesitation.”
“Kaneishia was amazing and did great looking after my Carley! She sent me pictures and videos every day and kept an open communication for me to contact her at anytime. She promptly answered to my messages. I definitely recommend her services. Thank you Kaneishia!”
“Michele took EXCELLENT care of my Baby Boy He was playing and having a blast while we were out of town. I am so happy I met her, she is so kind and she loves my Tyger. Please don’t hesitate to book for the most wonderful care of your baby while you’re away. Ty and I look forward to booking her again.”
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Katherine C.Star Sitter
“Katherine was amazing! I always get so nervous leaving my dog but from the second he was dropped off I could tell he was so loved and taken care of! She sent so many sweet messages and pictures and I will definitely be using her again :)”
Mariah B.Star Sitter
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ After Biggie's last terrible experience at a boarding service, Mariah is here for the win! From the moment we arrived, Mariah was warm, gentle and welcoming. Of course she sent regular updates with photos and videos, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. My dog came home happy, exhausted from all the attention she received and clearly loved. You can tell Mariah truly loves animals, treats them like family and went the extra mile to make sure my pup felt right at home. I’ll definitely be booking again in the future. Highly recommend!”
Jesus D.Star Sitter
“Buddy loved being at Jose’s house!! He was treated extremely well. I had to fly to FL for a funeral and Jose was able to not only pick Buddy up, but also dropped him off home when I returned. I think he got more exercise than he has in years (he’s 15!). Jose sent me pictures updating me on how he was doing. I will definitely use Jose’s services again. Thanks so much!!”
Candace C.Star Sitter
“Candace and Steve were absolutely wonderful! They treat your dog like he's family. Will definitely be using them from now on whenever we're going out of town. They are really friendly and keep you updated on your pet while you're away... I loved that”
Angelo T.Star Sitter
“Thor and Loki are always so happy to stay here with Angelo and Dawn and their two dogs Jackson and Ruby. They also love to play with the dogs who are visiting. Angelo and Dawn send several videos a day and it is clear that the dogs are all relaxed and happy. Thor and Loki stayed two weeks this time and I will feel comfortable with my dogs staying many times in the future.”
Ann J.
“Ann J. is THE BEST! ❤️Koda LOVES going to Ann’s to stay overnight or to play for the day, all I have to say is, “Want to go see Ann?” And Koda is wiggling and wagging his tail and at the door ready to go! She sends the sweetest photos and keeps in touch. Ann does an EXCEPTIONAL job building the pack so that the dogs all get along and play well together and Koda comes home worn out from all the fun. Koda highly recommends Ann J. and his people do too! ❤️”
Toya S.
“Toya was very helpful, responded quickly and took out booking on short notice. She took good care of our dog and we are very appreciative of her help! We’d absolutely book with her again.”
Ricardo & Cristina D.
Star Sitter
“Ricardo and Cristina exceeded our expectations of caring for our beloved Etta! We received multiple updates and pictures of our pooch on her morning walks and naps. It definitely made it easier to enjoy ourselves knowing she was being well taken care of! We definitely recommend them if you are in need of pet care! Thank you!!”
Carmelle Joy H.Star Sitter
“I had surgery unexpectedly and Joy and Dan accepted my last minute request of dog boarding. My puppy was very excited to go back there and when I picked him up he was very happy. He had a very good visit with them. I am very satisfied with the care that they provided to my puppy.”
Merve D.Star Sitter
“Merve did a great job with Gabby and kept us updated during her stay. We received lots of pics and felt good knowing she was well taken care of. Thank you!”
Sheree H.Star Sitter
“Sheree was a great dog sitter while we were out of town. She kept us informed of everything via texts, pictures, and videos. It was very calming knowing that our pup was in good hands while we were out of town. I highly recommend her services if you need an experienced dog sitter! She is absolutely phenomenal”
Michelle S.Star Sitter
“Michelle and her family were wonderful with our two dogs for the week! She went above and beyond following our instructions to truly provide them with a good home, giving us peace of mind while we were on vacation. I would absolutely recommend using her!”
Cassidy M.Star Sitter
“Cassidy was super nice, responsive and easy to figure out logistics with. Our dog came back super tired from the walks and we enjoyed the picture updates she sent us. Definitely will use again. ?”
Iman M.
“Iman has watched Honey several times. This time, I wasn't able to get back from an out of town trip to pick Honey up on the scheduled date. Iman had no problem with watching her an extra day. Iman is caring, reliable, communicative, and my dog loves her!”
Ana & Byron C.Star Sitter
“Ana and Byron did an incredible job with Zoey. This is our second time leaving our dog with this amazing couple, and she loved every second she spent with them! They took great care of her and accommodated to all her needs. They sent us constant updates and photos of Zoey, and we could tell Zoey was happy with them. Thank you so much!!!”
Kat J.Star Sitter
“Amazing, dependable and makes you feel like part of the family. We have used Kat multiple times and our dog jumps with in with them and enjoys himself. 100% recommend without hesitation.”
Kaneishia H.Star Sitter
“Kaneishia was amazing and did great looking after my Carley! She sent me pictures and videos every day and kept an open communication for me to contact her at anytime. She promptly answered to my messages. I definitely recommend her services. Thank you Kaneishia!”
Michele W.Star Sitter
“Michele took EXCELLENT care of my Baby Boy He was playing and having a blast while we were out of town. I am so happy I met her, she is so kind and she loves my Tyger. Please don’t hesitate to book for the most wonderful care of your baby while you’re away. Ty and I look forward to booking her again.”
Sharon B.
“Sheldon was well taken care of 😊 Thank you so much for taking care of him while we were gone . Will definitely book again”
Kimberly S.
“Kimberly was great! Helped me out last minute right before a work trip and took great care of my pup. He seemed to really enjoy his time with her!”
Over 3 pet parents in Thornton have booked dog boarding
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Kimberly once again came through when my flight was delayed and I was unable to get back on time. She kept Camden for an extra night last minute, making the trip a lot smoother for me! Camden came back exhausted from what was evidently an exciting 2 days for him.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Thornton is $50
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Sitters in Thornton average 8 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Thornton is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Thornton dog boarding rates can be found as low as $28 to as high as $42 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 3,909 sitters provided dog boarding in Thornton. 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, 90% of Thornton dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Thornton have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 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 Thornton.
Rover makes it easy to find Thornton 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 3,909 dog boarding sitters in Thornton on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Thornton, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 87% 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.
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