Dog Boarding in Townsend, DE
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1. Katherine B.

“Katherine and her family took wonderful care of our boys. They thoroughly enjoyed their stay and were cere well cared for. The updates and action photos were great.”


2. Barbra F.

“Barbra is the only sitter I trust to look after my senior dog when I go away. She sends amazing pictures and is great at keeping communication open. 10/10 everytime!”


3. Stephanie J.


“This was our second time leaving our dog with Stephanie. She keeps him busy with lots of walks and play time, and we get a happy dog at the end of the day.”




4. Candice M.

“Candice was great with Tilley. She has a beautiful & clean home. She sent me pictures daily and informed me of some activities. I feel very comfortable leaving my dog with Candice. I will definitely use Candice again. Thank you so much Candice !”


5. Emily M.


“Reggie was well taken care of on a short notice over Christmas 🎄 I look forward to bringing him again, since he wasn’t a bully and is welcomed back! Thanks again Emily!!!”


6. Erin I.

“This was first time using the service and also first time leaving my Callie overnight. We were super nervous and had no one to help us with her so thankful to have found this service. Erin was very nice and even sent me pictures of my girl 😊 Would love to book with her again. Thank you for taking good care of my baby 😊”


7. Jen C.

“Jen took very good care of my dog and I will definitely use her again to sit. She was very nice and communicated with me from the 1st meet-up and up until I picked Kobe up. Thanks again Jen”


8. Jill & Thomas K.

“Jill and Thomas took amazing care of our boy Boo while we were on vacation. They we communicative and we loved seeing the little videos and photos they shared. They are our new go-to sitters!”


9. Bella S.

“Can't say enough about Bella. This was our 1st time leaving Daisy with an in home boarding instead of a kennel. Daisy was very comfortable from the moment we got there. Apparently loved sleeping with her daughter. Bella sent us many pictures. This was a trial stay for a longer stay we are planning. We will definitely be using Bella again when we go away next month.”


10. Jenny M.

“Jenny took great care of our dog, Chestnut, while we were on a weekend trip. She was very responsive and sent us lots of pictures so we knew he was doing well! Chestnut also had a blast playing with her pups!”


11. Justin & Stephanie W.

“Justin and Steph were amazing again!! They made my dog feel at home and she was a happy girl when I picked her up! I travel 45 min to have my dog stay at their place because they are just so good with her! They were great with communication and sending tons of updates and pictures!”


12. Lindsey H.

“Lindsey was great! She kept us updated the whole time with pictures and videos of our dog Rocky. We felt very comfortable with Rocky in her care. Will definitely use her again!”




13. Mike B.


“Mike was great Ryder seemed like he enjoyed his stay, thank you Mike for the updates throughout our trip! Highly recommended for anyone who wants to make sure there puppers gets to someone who cares, and treats theirs like his own.”


14. Nikkita J.

“Nikkita was excellent. She responds to texts quickly and kept me updated on possible problems. She sent me frequent photos as well. Winston seemed to like her and her family! Would definitely recommend.”


15. Amrita T.

“We are extremely happy with Amrita’s care for our dog London. I was kept updated with tons of pictures and videos which brought a smile to my face knowing she’s happy and loved. I loved that the family was also part in the care for our dog. I will definitely go for Amrita next time I board my dog.”


16. Janice & Charles B.

“I am so thankful for the care that Janice and Charles provided my three fur babies. I was very nervous to leave them initially since I’m an overprotective pet mom but after meeting Janice and Charles I felt comfortable allowing them to care for my three dogs for a week while we went to visit my son. Throughout their stay which they considered their summer camp Janice and Charles sent me daily updates and photos of how they were doing. they loved getting their energy out, running around the backyard and playing. I am truly thankful and already have my next visit booked with Janice and Charles .”


17. Tabby A.

“Tabby came through for us when we were in a pinch with finding a place for our two boxers and we are forever thankful.. Our boxers certainly enjoyed their time in her big back yard.”


18. Jen P.

“I have never before had a dog sitter as amazing as Jen! She was so incredibly attentive, thoughtful, communicative and so funny! She took incredible care of my pup - as if it was her own dog. I highly recommend Jen and plan to always use her services in the future! Huge fan.”


19. Lindsay S.

“Lindsay is authentic, thoughtful and kind. Her whole family loved our dog Buddy like he was their own. She sent great updates with pictures. We highly recommend!! Very professional yet easy going.”


20. Andrea P.

“Andrea is AMAZING !! We had never left our dog with anyone other than family and I was nervous. Andrea invited us into her home so our dog could meet her family before booking- which put my mind at ease. She communicated with us our entire trip sending videos and photos. My shy dog was running around and cuddling with her the entire time. I’m pretty sure our dog misses her already. Very thankful we found Andrea !!”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Townsend on Rover as of Jan 2025 was about $45 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jan 2025, 299 sitters provided dog boarding in Townsend. 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, 93% of Townsend dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Townsend have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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 Townsend.
Rover makes it easy to find Townsend 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 299 dog boarding sitters in Townsend on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Townsend, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 97% 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.
