Dog Boarding in University Apartments, Madison, WI
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“This was Gatsby’s second time staying with Edith and he had a blast. The second we pulled up to Edith’s house he lost his mind with excitement realizing where we were! Edith sent frequent updates and photos and I knew Gatsby was getting the best care. Thanks Edith!”


“I cannot express enough gratitude and how exceptionally accommodating Kristin & Bruce (& of course their little darlings as well!) were with my little pup Ellie! It was a spur of the moment decision to check into a pup sitter while in town for my UW Madison freshman’s 1st football game & what a gem we found!! Booked the appt & met the fam w/in an hour & were so incredibly impressed & confident w/them that we modified our booking for an overnight stay! Having not planned a sitter, we showed up without her bed or paperwork yet were still fully welcomed into their home. Little Ellie (3.5 lb 5.5 mo. Yorkie) spent the day playing with the kiddos inside & out then snuggled with mom & dad all night!🥰 Since I’m now an empty nester, I honestly believe she wasn’t ready to leave when we came for pickup! She was definitely living her best life and I will, without a doubt, be booking further appointments as I pop into town for a visit!”


“Katie and Samuel were great to Jarvis and sent us several updates throughout his stay. They also have a gated backyard to help with energetic dogs. I would highly reccomend!”


“Appreciated the regular pictures Janice sent - AND, all the walks / long hikes that Jackson got - great exercise in addition to running around the fenced back yard, playing with other furry friends!! THANKS also for the care you provided when Jackson was fearful of the weather!!”


“I would absolutely recommend Yoki and Derek to care for Wrigley again! Wrigley was well cared for and played all weekend, coming home a tired pup! Very nice photo updates.”


About: I have been self-employed as a full-time dog sitter for the past 15 years. Prior to opening my dog sitting business I worked as an assistant dog trainer using positive reinforcement training methods. I require a meet and greet before confirming dates so you can see where your dog will be staying, you and your dog(s) can meet me in-person and see the house and yard. We will also discuss their care and specific needs. I have been a dog parent since 2004. I am a full-time dog sitter so I am always with the dogs to ensure they are properly cared for and getting all the exercise, love and attention they deserve. Dogs go in/out as much as they want and get all the love and attention they would just like at home. The yard is fully fenced and there is a ramp so senior dogs have an easier time getting in/out. I have crates set up for those dogs that are normally crated but it is not required for a dog to be crated. All dogs are allowed on the furniture and there are several dogs beds to choose from as well. Of course you can always bring your own if your dog would feel more comfortable having something from home. There is no shortage of treats, cuddles and time outside. I have experience caring for senior dogs, those with medical conditions, separation anxiety and fear of new people.

“Amy was awesome!!! We were so grateful to know that our little dog was in such capable and loving hands while we were on vacation. She was very communicative and provided great updates. We will definitely book with her again!!! Thanks Amy!!! 💕🐾”


“Kristin and her family were wonderful caregivers to our dog Max. She sent us photos and updates to keep in touch! We would recommend Kristin and will rebook in the future!”


“Lindsay was quick to respond to all my messages and made it easy to arrange drop off and pick up. She sent a number of photos of my dog and took her for a number of long walks, just what the dog needs to balance her abundance energy. I would highly recommend her and will use her again.”


“Joan was great and so thoughtful. Kept me updated with pics, and it was so nice to know my pup was well cared for. Highly recommend and will be rebooking. Thanks Joan!”


“Natalie was amazing! She took such good care of our girls while we had a few days away. Would absolutely book again!”


“Michelle is amazing! She was so communicative and provided lots of pictures. Good updates and very receptive. She took the time to really listen to my dogs backstory. I knew my dog was being well taken care of and I would absolutely have her watch him again!”


“Mary took our dog for our wedding weekend and she was great! Pugsy had a great time with her dog, going on a walk, and going to the dog park! She sent pictures and we did not worry about Pugsy at all! We will definitely book with Mary in the future!”


“Drop off and pick were super smooth. Benji had zero complaints about his over-night with Margaret ;) We will definitely book with Margaret again!”


“So glad I found Cleda! Organized, friendly, responsive. But most importantly, Roux loves her. Leaving both my pets and traveling out of the country for 2 weeks was tough. But every morning I awoke to an email and pictures letting me know that all was going well. Highly recommend!”


“Florida had lots of fun and was returned to us relaxed and happy!”


“Polyanna is a very communicative and responsive, my dog Ziggy had a great time! She even gave a good recommendation for a no pull dog harness as well. I would recommend Polyanna for anyone looking for a dog sitter!”


“Da Yeon was perfect. Really clean lookong apartment, nice neighborhood to walk Scout. Drop off and pick up super easy. Willfor sure use again next year when we visit.”


“We needed a very last minute overnight board for our dog while we were visiting Madison. Taylor was so responsive and sweet right off the bat. Our dog is 13, not used to other people or places, but she spoiled him and made him feel right at home. She provided plenty of updates and pictures over the weekend. We highly recommend Taylor!”


“Julie was absolutely fantastic. She knows dog behavior very well and I completely trusted her with my 12 week old puppy who is very nervous. Julie went above and beyond to make sure my puppy was comfortable and well taken care of. Highly recommend!”

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Edith S.Star Sitter

“This was Gatsby’s second time staying with Edith and he had a blast. The second we pulled up to Edith’s house he lost his mind with excitement realizing where we were! Edith sent frequent updates and photos and I knew Gatsby was getting the best care. Thanks Edith!”


Kristin & Bruce M.Star Sitter

“I cannot express enough gratitude and how exceptionally accommodating Kristin & Bruce (& of course their little darlings as well!) were with my little pup Ellie! It was a spur of the moment decision to check into a pup sitter while in town for my UW Madison freshman’s 1st football game & what a gem we found!! Booked the appt & met the fam w/in an hour & were so incredibly impressed & confident w/them that we modified our booking for an overnight stay! Having not planned a sitter, we showed up without her bed or paperwork yet were still fully welcomed into their home. Little Ellie (3.5 lb 5.5 mo. Yorkie) spent the day playing with the kiddos inside & out then snuggled with mom & dad all night!🥰 Since I’m now an empty nester, I honestly believe she wasn’t ready to leave when we came for pickup! She was definitely living her best life and I will, without a doubt, be booking further appointments as I pop into town for a visit!”


Katie & Samuel W.Star Sitter

“Katie and Samuel were great to Jarvis and sent us several updates throughout his stay. They also have a gated backyard to help with energetic dogs. I would highly reccomend!”


Janice B.Star Sitter

“Appreciated the regular pictures Janice sent - AND, all the walks / long hikes that Jackson got - great exercise in addition to running around the fenced back yard, playing with other furry friends!! THANKS also for the care you provided when Jackson was fearful of the weather!!”


Yoki & Derek Z.Star Sitter

“I would absolutely recommend Yoki and Derek to care for Wrigley again! Wrigley was well cared for and played all weekend, coming home a tired pup! Very nice photo updates.”


Hope R.
“I have used Hope’s services for multiple dogs for over a decade. They were very well cared for during daycare and overnights. As a nervous dog mom who hates to do be away from her fur babies I never worried when they were with Hope. Many of my dogs were rescued from puppy mills were not well socialized and timid with people. Weekly daycare visits with Hope helped them to come out of their shells. They love going to Hope’s and often do not want to leave when I come to pick them up.”


Amy G.

“Amy was awesome!!! We were so grateful to know that our little dog was in such capable and loving hands while we were on vacation. She was very communicative and provided great updates. We will definitely book with her again!!! Thanks Amy!!! 💕🐾”


Kristin K.Star Sitter

“Kristin and her family were wonderful caregivers to our dog Max. She sent us photos and updates to keep in touch! We would recommend Kristin and will rebook in the future!”


Lindsey C.
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“Lindsay was quick to respond to all my messages and made it easy to arrange drop off and pick up. She sent a number of photos of my dog and took her for a number of long walks, just what the dog needs to balance her abundance energy. I would highly recommend her and will use her again.”


Joan F.Star Sitter

“Joan was great and so thoughtful. Kept me updated with pics, and it was so nice to know my pup was well cared for. Highly recommend and will be rebooking. Thanks Joan!”


Natalie B.Star Sitter

“Natalie was amazing! She took such good care of our girls while we had a few days away. Would absolutely book again!”


Michelle F.

“Michelle is amazing! She was so communicative and provided lots of pictures. Good updates and very receptive. She took the time to really listen to my dogs backstory. I knew my dog was being well taken care of and I would absolutely have her watch him again!”


Mary Z.Star Sitter

“Mary took our dog for our wedding weekend and she was great! Pugsy had a great time with her dog, going on a walk, and going to the dog park! She sent pictures and we did not worry about Pugsy at all! We will definitely book with Mary in the future!”


Margaret L.Star Sitter

“Drop off and pick were super smooth. Benji had zero complaints about his over-night with Margaret ;) We will definitely book with Margaret again!”


Cleda W.
Star Sitter


“So glad I found Cleda! Organized, friendly, responsive. But most importantly, Roux loves her. Leaving both my pets and traveling out of the country for 2 weeks was tough. But every morning I awoke to an email and pictures letting me know that all was going well. Highly recommend!”


Audrey M.

“Florida had lots of fun and was returned to us relaxed and happy!”


Polyanna N.Star Sitter

“Polyanna is a very communicative and responsive, my dog Ziggy had a great time! She even gave a good recommendation for a no pull dog harness as well. I would recommend Polyanna for anyone looking for a dog sitter!”


Da Yeon E.
Star Sitter


“Da Yeon was perfect. Really clean lookong apartment, nice neighborhood to walk Scout. Drop off and pick up super easy. Willfor sure use again next year when we visit.”


Taylor A.

“We needed a very last minute overnight board for our dog while we were visiting Madison. Taylor was so responsive and sweet right off the bat. Our dog is 13, not used to other people or places, but she spoiled him and made him feel right at home. She provided plenty of updates and pictures over the weekend. We highly recommend Taylor!”


Julie Z.Star Sitter

“Julie was absolutely fantastic. She knows dog behavior very well and I completely trusted her with my 12 week old puppy who is very nervous. Julie went above and beyond to make sure my puppy was comfortable and well taken care of. Highly recommend!”
University Apartments dog parents share their Rover experiences
Only Penney was there with his dog so she got a lot of attention. She got along well with the other dog. She stayed 4 nights and adapted well.

Manuela was amazing. As a first time Rover user she made the experience great. She went above and beyond to care for our pooch. Communication was great. If I am ever back in Madison area I would definitely see if ahes available.

We needed a very last minute overnight board for our dog while we were visiting Madison. Taylor was so responsive and sweet right off the bat. Our dog is 13, not used to other people or places, but she spoiled him and made him feel right at home. She provided plenty of updates and pictures over the weekend. We highly recommend Taylor!

August had a great stay with Helen and Min. They did a wonderful job in communicating with us during our trip and we felt so comfortable with her stay. I would highly recommend then. She was able to accommodate us on short notice.

Our little Moon absolutely adored her time with Annie! She was so great at keeping us in the loop with regular updates, sweet pictures, and all the important info we needed. We couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend her to anyone!

5 stars! Grace is awesome, she watched my dogs Draco and Stella and even bought Stella a new harness when Draco chewed the old one. Highly recommend!

Julie was absolutely fantastic. She knows dog behavior very well and I completely trusted her with my 12 week old puppy who is very nervous. Julie went above and beyond to make sure my puppy was comfortable and well taken care of. Highly recommend!

Natalie was amazing! She took such good care of our girls while we had a few days away. Would absolutely book again!

Scruffy seemed to enjoy his time here! I am so glad we found someone to cuddle with him on the couch and relax while I went out of town 🥰 I also very much appreciated the flexibility with pickup time when my event ran late!! Thank you guys!!

Our first time with Renee and we have already booked for July! She shared photos of walks to picnic point and was very responsive and a joy to interact with.

My two golden retrievers had such a great time! They came back home happy and tired after a fun weekend. Lee did a great job sending photo and video updates and making my babies feel right at home!

Our Yorkie Willy seemed to have a great time with Sophia, and also got lots of love from friends around her. She sent us plenty of pictures of him during the weekend he was with her, and was very communicative. We happily recommend her to others!

Nikhil was wonderful to my dog! He took her on walks every day, was aware of her eating and comfort...treated her like his own pet. I trust him and am relieved to find someone that I can feel comfortable with!

Lauren watched my 1 year old puppy for 4 nights, and she was extremely accommodating with drop off & pick up, as well as a meet & greet on short notice. Lauren took good care of her and sent lots of adorable photos playing, sleeping, and on walks. I would definitely recommend her.

I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! She took amazing care of my 45-pound Labrador-retriever puppy overnight and was incredibly patient, kind, and attentive. What really stood out was her flexibility—she was understanding with timing and made the whole experience stress-free. My pup came back happy and relaxed, which says everything. It’s clear she genuinely cares, and I wouldn’t hesitate to trust her again. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, loving care!

Kaitlyn was an amazing dog sitter! She was super friendly, kept us updated throughout the weekend, and asked all the right questions to make sure everything went smoothly. I’d happily book her again anytime.

We are always confident boarding Nelly with Shay! We so appreciate all the photo updates, and can tell Nelly is very happy and comfortable!

Hannah was great!! She kept me posted with how Dora was doing and I could tell from her pictures and videos that she was having a great time!

We could tell our dog Chevy enjoyed his weekend with Sydney and her boyfriend! She made a meet and greet work before his stay and made sure it was a good fit for everyone! He got many walks and lots of playtime & cuddles! We would recommend Sydney to anyone looking for a sitter.

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It doesn’t happen often, but if your dog boarding sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new dog boarding sitter.
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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in University Apartments.
Rover makes it easy to find University Apartments 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
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.
