Dog Boarding in University Area, Anchorage
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“Olga did a great job of taking care of my senior dog. Took her on short daily walks, sent me lots of pictures and updates every day. She definitely has a repeat customer.”
“Huw and Jolynne were wonderful with Chloe. They sent me pictures and videos of her playing and being comfortable with her 'vacation.' I will definitely have them watch Chloe in the future!”
“Sharon and Michael were great. For me being a first timer of this service, they made everything very simple and had shown Mari a great time! I will be continuing to use Sharon and Michael in the future and I would highly recommend that you do the same!”
“Jacob and Emily were awesome. Very communicative and caring. My doggo Zara came home happy and content, and that means the world to me!”
“Brianna was very easy to work with. Pick up and drop off was smooth, and she kept me posted everyday with pictures and updates about my doggo. Definitely recommend.”
“Madeline and Karen picked Ted up at the airport and treated him like a king while we were moving. He had the time of his life with the labs, and I didn’t have to worry for a moment.”
“Emely was great with our little pup. Frequent updates and photos, good communication, and two yards for lots of outdoor play, one fenced and one with long leash lines.”
“I really appreciated Trey and that she took great care of Luna. She sent video and photos to let us know how she was doing, including ones that showed how well the her dog played with mine. It was a huge piece of mind to find a dog sitter like Trey!”
“Jessica sent pictures of maple often and told me he was doing just fine over there. Was flexible with picking up time changed and plan on using her again for next time.”
“Buddy had a wonderful stay at Amanda’s. She sent daily updates and pictures of Buddy. I knew he was in the best of care and I was able to enjoy my vacation. Thanks, Amanda!”
“Our dog seemed to enjoy her stay. Great yard for play, and neighborhood for walks. Kaitlin gave great updates during the stay and was flexible with us for drop off and pick up.”
“Cadey and Jacob are 100% the best! They took such good care of my dog - they kept me updated with walks, general behavior and they sent photos! 10/10 recommend Cadey and Jacob for pet sitting!”
“I highly recommend Crystal to any dog owner looking for someone trustworthy and caring. My Siberian husky, X, is very energetic and has a mind of his own off leash, so leaving him with anyone is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Crystal was incredibly attentive and patient with him, taking the time to ensure he could play safely with other dogs while keeping a close eye on him. She was flexible when I needed to extend his stay due to an unforeseen family situation, which eased a lot of my anxiety. What impressed me most was how well Crystal communicated — she asked thoughtful questions to understand X’s needs and kept me updated regularly with pictures and videos. Knowing she cared so much made leaving my “escape artist” baby much easier. I feel extremely confident recommending Crystal to anyone who wants their dog to be loved and well cared for.”
“Suzanne was highly responsive for booking and accommodating for drop off/pick up. While we didn’t have an opportunity for a meet and greet beforehand, she kindly responded to all my questions and concerns leading up to the stay. She sent a few quick updates and a couple photos during the two week stay, and didn’t report any issues. Suzanne was playing with my dog in the yard when I came to pick her up - they both looked like they were having a great time! Working with Suzanne was fuss-free and I would happily book with her again.”
“Ralph did such an amazing job with my little chihuahua Dodge! He cuddled up with him everyday and Dodge bonded with Ralph so well!!! He seemed so relaxed and not stressed with the change in routine! I really appreciated the daily picture updates with how he’s doing. I would absolutely use Ralph again!”
“Lindsey always takes such good care of our dog, Mabel. She took our dog over three days and she sent pictures of Mabel and let us know how she was doing. Lindsey communicates very well and is always so kind and flexible. She took our dog on good walks and does fun activities with her. We had a sleepy pup on our hands after pickup. Would book with Lindsey again for sure!”
“This is the second time I’ve had Ryan watch my dog! 10/10 would recommend!! He is great, always sends updates and pictures, and even sent Jagger home with some new chew toys!”
“Skywalker has never stayed with anyone before. I had concerns about his adapting to a new situation. Andrea and Arlo were awesome. Skywalker had a great time with both. He was well fed. Had plenty of exercise. He meshed well with both their dog and the owner. Thank you.”
“Rita is an amazing and caring sitter I would recommend to anyone in the area! Great communication and daily updates and photos for my dog and young puppy.”
About: I've had companion dogs for most of my adult life. Usually two dogs at a time. My oldest dog was a Red Healer cattle dog who eventually became blind and deaf living to be almost 19yo. I've also had Australian Shepherds (2) and Boarder Collies (2) and enjoy the smart dog challenge. I consider my experience well rounded from training puppies to caring for older dogs who have special needs. I love them all like they are one of a kind and deserve the best this life has to offer. Thank you in advance for considering me as part of your pets care! I work during the day M-F close to the house. Usually home on the weekends. Daily walks are provided with additional play time and potty breaks as needed. I have a fenced yard and usually accompany the dog outside so they are not alone in the yard. Play time also occurs in the fenced yard space. Dogs are free to roam the house and be part of our family while boarding but I also offer containment to an area of the house or crate if needed.
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Olga M.Star Sitter
“Olga did a great job of taking care of my senior dog. Took her on short daily walks, sent me lots of pictures and updates every day. She definitely has a repeat customer.”
Huw & Jolynne M.Star Sitter
“Huw and Jolynne were wonderful with Chloe. They sent me pictures and videos of her playing and being comfortable with her 'vacation.' I will definitely have them watch Chloe in the future!”
Sharon & Michael C.
“Sharon and Michael were great. For me being a first timer of this service, they made everything very simple and had shown Mari a great time! I will be continuing to use Sharon and Michael in the future and I would highly recommend that you do the same!”
Jacob & Emily G.
“Jacob and Emily were awesome. Very communicative and caring. My doggo Zara came home happy and content, and that means the world to me!”
Brianna A.
“Brianna was very easy to work with. Pick up and drop off was smooth, and she kept me posted everyday with pictures and updates about my doggo. Definitely recommend.”
Madeline & Karen W.Star Sitter
“Madeline and Karen picked Ted up at the airport and treated him like a king while we were moving. He had the time of his life with the labs, and I didn’t have to worry for a moment.”
Emely R.
“Emely was great with our little pup. Frequent updates and photos, good communication, and two yards for lots of outdoor play, one fenced and one with long leash lines.”
Trey K.Star Sitter
“I really appreciated Trey and that she took great care of Luna. She sent video and photos to let us know how she was doing, including ones that showed how well the her dog played with mine. It was a huge piece of mind to find a dog sitter like Trey!”
jessica b.
“Jessica sent pictures of maple often and told me he was doing just fine over there. Was flexible with picking up time changed and plan on using her again for next time.”
Amanda T.Star Sitter
“Buddy had a wonderful stay at Amanda’s. She sent daily updates and pictures of Buddy. I knew he was in the best of care and I was able to enjoy my vacation. Thanks, Amanda!”
Kaitlin K.
“Our dog seemed to enjoy her stay. Great yard for play, and neighborhood for walks. Kaitlin gave great updates during the stay and was flexible with us for drop off and pick up.”
Cadey & Jacob W.
“Cadey and Jacob are 100% the best! They took such good care of my dog - they kept me updated with walks, general behavior and they sent photos! 10/10 recommend Cadey and Jacob for pet sitting!”
Crystal W.Star Sitter
“I highly recommend Crystal to any dog owner looking for someone trustworthy and caring. My Siberian husky, X, is very energetic and has a mind of his own off leash, so leaving him with anyone is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Crystal was incredibly attentive and patient with him, taking the time to ensure he could play safely with other dogs while keeping a close eye on him. She was flexible when I needed to extend his stay due to an unforeseen family situation, which eased a lot of my anxiety. What impressed me most was how well Crystal communicated — she asked thoughtful questions to understand X’s needs and kept me updated regularly with pictures and videos. Knowing she cared so much made leaving my “escape artist” baby much easier. I feel extremely confident recommending Crystal to anyone who wants their dog to be loved and well cared for.”
Suzanne S.Star Sitter
“Suzanne was highly responsive for booking and accommodating for drop off/pick up. While we didn’t have an opportunity for a meet and greet beforehand, she kindly responded to all my questions and concerns leading up to the stay. She sent a few quick updates and a couple photos during the two week stay, and didn’t report any issues. Suzanne was playing with my dog in the yard when I came to pick her up - they both looked like they were having a great time! Working with Suzanne was fuss-free and I would happily book with her again.”
Ralph S.Star Sitter
“Ralph did such an amazing job with my little chihuahua Dodge! He cuddled up with him everyday and Dodge bonded with Ralph so well!!! He seemed so relaxed and not stressed with the change in routine! I really appreciated the daily picture updates with how he’s doing. I would absolutely use Ralph again!”
Lindsey S.
“Lindsey always takes such good care of our dog, Mabel. She took our dog over three days and she sent pictures of Mabel and let us know how she was doing. Lindsey communicates very well and is always so kind and flexible. She took our dog on good walks and does fun activities with her. We had a sleepy pup on our hands after pickup. Would book with Lindsey again for sure!”
ryan h.Star Sitter
“This is the second time I’ve had Ryan watch my dog! 10/10 would recommend!! He is great, always sends updates and pictures, and even sent Jagger home with some new chew toys!”
Andrea J.Star Sitter
“Skywalker has never stayed with anyone before. I had concerns about his adapting to a new situation. Andrea and Arlo were awesome. Skywalker had a great time with both. He was well fed. Had plenty of exercise. He meshed well with both their dog and the owner. Thank you.”
Rita B.
“Rita is an amazing and caring sitter I would recommend to anyone in the area! Great communication and daily updates and photos for my dog and young puppy.”
Kerry S.
“Kerry creates a nurturing and friendly environment wherever she goes and enjoys spending time with dogs. From puppy to teen to adult and older age, she extends her caring nature with grace, patience and friendship. Responsible, enjoys walks and furry companionship.”
University Area dog parents share their Rover experiences
We are always thrilled when Lindsey is available and we need to travel. We have used her a few times and couldn't be happier with her service. Thank you for taking great care of our dog!
Fantastic dog sitter. Emily clearly cared for our dog like it was one of her own. Ivan was very happy and healthy when we picked him up. We will definitely be using Emily again!
Karol was an amazing babysitter for Copper! She sent me photos each day and kept me updated on him 💟 I recommend her taking care of your fur babies because she is great!
Stacey is great! Communicates really well and takes good care of my pup! Always happy to have her sit.
Trey is always amazing with my pup. She is great at reading my dog’s needs and I never worry on long vacations. Thanks so much!
We received updates every day while we were gone. She took great care of our Lucy, and asked us for tips on her behavior. Sarah's caring and attentive to Lucy's needs. The pictures were much appreciated. We will use Sarah again if we can.
Incredible flexibility and communication. Great caretaker of our dog Leroy! Kimberly went above and beyond for us with our complicated travel schedule!
Manda did great with my pup, her dog got along great with my pup. She said she would put Lila, my pup, in her kennel when a Lila seemed stressed and let her calm down then let her back out after a while. She sent pictures while she was watching Lila and kept me updated. I plan on using her whenever I need someone to watch Lila 😊
Ari did amazing with Tynesha (: my dog is an aggressive dog and was so thrilled when Tynesha said she could take her as a single, she did amazing with her! I will be coming back (:
Kathleen was super responsive and took great care of Luna. Luna loved playing around in her fenced yard and having friends. Thanks for taking such good care of her! :)
Great communication and excellent care. Kathryn took my dog Bug out for a hike and sent lots of photos throughout their time together.
Sandra was able to watch our dog Remington last minute and was very easy to work with. She took amazing care of him, sent us updates, and was flexible with our pickup time. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for boarding/daycare. Thank you Sandra!
Tessa and Kory are outstanding! We have an elderly dog with some medical needs, and another one with high anxiety. Tessa goes above and beyond in the way she has taken care of them. We love all the pics and updates she sends, and her dogs are wonderful too. We can't say enough good things about them. Thank you!!
Alex was awesome with my dog, Wren. She kept her super active and Wren got to play with other dogs the entire week. She was super comfortable with Alex and was happy the whole time!
Kori was the perfect sitter for us! A great balance of communication - we had updates if not once a day, twice - but no unnecessary questions or overly detailed. The pictures she sent us clearly showed my pup having a good time, plenty of exercise and time together. Kori also let us do a meet and greet before the long stay, free of charge, just to make sure Sally dog was comfortable. We will definitely be using Kori again.
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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 Area.
Rover makes it easy to find University Area 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
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