Dog Boarding Union City
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“We had an amazing experience with Miki! This was our first time using the app, and I was a bit nervous, but Miki made me feel completely confident that I was making the right decision. Her communication from the very beginning was excellent. Our dog Luna had such a great time with her, and the photo updates made me feel totally worry-free. I was hesitant at first to leave our dog with someone we had never met, but Miki’s professionalism and kindness immediately put me at ease. We would absolutely recommend her, and when we’re back in NYC, we hope she will be available to watch Luna again”
“Michael was great! Ozzy stayed there for a few nights and seemed happy via the updates. He was in great health and seemed comfortable. Michael did a great job with making sure Ozzy adjusted appropriately, giving him his medication and going out of his way to make sure he ate his food as he acclimated. Appreciate the care!”
“Alice and Ethan were amazing with my dog Sully! They took so many pictures and I can see how much attention he was getting! He got to go all over with them and explore new neighborhoods which he loves to do. I will definitely be using them again in the future!”
“Euitae was great with Rabun! He sent pictures, gave us updates on how she was going and was prompt in responding to my texts. I knew she was in good hands. I would highly recommend him.”
“Anky is wonderful. Great communication while we were away and providing daily photos of our pup. I could tell our puppy really liked her because when we picked him up and Anky was walking away, he stood on two legs looking towards her wagging his tail till she was out of sight. We would recommend her to anyone.”
“Summer is an excellent pet sitter. She has watched our senior (but active) dog for long stretches multiple times. Summer is very communicative, detail oriented and clearly puts a lot of care into making sure our dog is well looked after. I’d highly recommend her services.”
“This was the second time Meilin took care of my dog, and as always, she did a great job! She sent me news and photos every day, and I knew he was happy and safe with her. I really trust her and I’m very thankful. I strongly recommend Meilin!”
“Chloe and her husband were once again amazing with our dog! While we were away for the weekend we received tons of pictures of George looking happy and settled while at their place :)”
About: Looking for reliability? I provide repeat as well as one-time services. Please reach out and we can discuss your needs! I'm a fully insured dog walker-sitter that also supports non-standard pets. Aside from experience with my own pets, I have over two years experience as a full-time walker-sitter and time with brick and mortar dog daycares. I have experience with dogs of all energy levels as well as dogs with special health needs. Based in Jersey City, my range includes Union City and Hoboken. I have years of experience with dogs as well as other animals such as birds, cats, rodents, and reptiles. I'm open to discuss other pets! My schedule is usually busy during rush hour (10am-2pm), but please don't let that discourage you. I am more than happy to discuss your needs and find a way to work best with our schedules. I live in an apartment. However, I am able to dedicate good time to walks and attention, so no need to worry about any lack of exercise.
“Jhazmin and her family took great care of my Rye! He quickly warmed up to them and they were really good about playing ball with him (his absolute favorite activity!). Rye was happy and healthy when I picked him up. Thank you for being wonderful sitters!”
“Im very grateful for the help of Ysabel watching my cat Oscar for a month, she took great care of him and always kept me posted and sent me pictures. I would definitely recommend her and rebook her next time, many thanks to Ysabel for the amazing help with my cat.”
“Hahillah was great with Brad and sent me updates and photos throughout his stay! She was also very accommodating to my last minute booking request. I will definitely book with her again if she will have Brad :)”
“Onelsis is truly the best dog sitter! We left our sweet Pearl in her care for three weeks and felt completely at ease the entire time. From day one, Onelsis treated Pearl like she was her own—showering her with love, attention, and care. The communication was incredible! We received multiple photo updates throughout the day, plus a detailed summary each evening about Pearl’s activities, meals, and moods. It gave us such peace of mind knowing Pearl was happy, healthy, and thriving while we were away. When we returned, Pearl was calm, joyful, and clearly well cared for. It’s obvious she felt safe and loved every single day. We are forever grateful to Onelsis for the amazing care and compassion she poured into our fur baby. We could not recommend her more highly!”
“Words can not express how awesome my fur babies were taken care of. The pictures and always updates on my fur baby’s was a great experience. I recommend David 1,000 times . By far he’s been the best .”
“Damaris was fantastic with our 1.5 year old pup Charlie. It was the longest we'd ever left him with a sitter (7 days) and Damaris took amazing care of him. He can be pretty energetic and she took him on multiple walks a day, always sending us pictures of him out and about. He came home happy, healthy, and tired!”
“Bridget is an excellent dog sitter. Our pyredoodle is a bundle of separation anxiety, for us and him. Bridget sent frequent updates and pictures showing how well he was doing and allaying our concerns. Highly recommended.”
“Michelle is lovely and our dog was so happy to be with her for a week! We really appreciated that she was able to work from home so our dog wasn’t alone for too long. Michelle sent photos and updates daily. I would definitely book with her again.”
“I was amazed how Herbie was always so happy and enjoying his staycation in the pictures and videos 🐶 They took an amazing care of him, he had the best time! Definitely booking again!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Union City is $60
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Union City
Paige was excellent with Batman - she sent daily photos, communicated well, and Batman looks happy and healthy after his stay. She also genuinely loves and understands Dachshunds which was a big plus for us and she was able to accommodate him in her home with minimal steps to protect his back ☺️
Saldin is an amazing pet sitter! She kept us updated throughout the entire time, regularly sending photos and videos. Her communication was always clear, thoughtful, and reassuring, which gave us great peace of mind. I would absolutely book her again without hesitation and highly recommend her services!
We had a wonderful experience with Michael! He was incredibly accommodating when we had to travel at the last minute and even kindly offered to pick up our dog and drop her back off, which made everything so much easier. He was super friendly, attentive, and kept us updated with pictures and videos throughout her stay. Our dog also had a fantastic time playing with his dog! In fact, when Michael dropped her off, she was actually trying to run after him as he was leaving, which says everything about how much she enjoyed her stay! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely trust Michael with her again. Highly recommend!
Cedric was great with our corgi Rosie for her first weekend away with him. She is very comfortable around Cedric and she comes back to us nice and tired from walks and adventures! Cedric was flexible with us when we needed to pick her up a few hours later than originally scheduled. We will be returning!
We can't say enough good things about Stephanie! Bowen stayed with her this weekend and had an amazing time. He got tons of social time and Stephanie kept us in the loop with several check-ins and photos. The best sign of all was when we picked him up, Bowen turned around and went back to Stephanie to say goodbye! It was adorable and told us everything we needed to know about how much he enjoyed his stay. We'll definitely be booking with Stephanie again. Thank you for taking such great care of our boy!
Will took such great care of Perla! Communication was always prompt and responsive, and I really appreciated the regular photo and video updates. It gave me peace of mind knowing Perla was in such good hands. I’d absolutely recommend Will and would happily book again!
Amanda was absolutely wonderful! From start to finish, she made the whole experience so easy and gave us one less thing to worry about while we were away. She was great with communication, always keeping us updated with messages and photos of Grizzly, which really meant a lot to us. What I appreciated most was how understanding and accommodating she was with our hectic schedule, especially when we had to deal with flight delays. She was incredibly flexible and made a stressful travel situation that much easier. It’s never easy leaving your dog behind, but knowing Grizzly was in good hands gave us real peace of mind and allowed us to enjoy our family vacation. We’re truly grateful for Amanda’s kindness, patience, and care. We wouldn’t hesitate to trust her with Grizzly again. Highly recommend!
Doosung was an excellent dog sitter! He gave plenty of communication and photo updates while my dog was boarding with him, and took my dog on walks or trips to the dog park every day. Doosung's frequent and regular communication was very comforting, and I could tell he really cares.
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Union City
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Union City is $56 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $37 and $81 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 14,050 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Union City. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
94% of sitters in Union City can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Union City home-away-from-home, 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 Union City.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Union City 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 , 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 .
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 NJ 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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