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Alexa S.
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$125
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5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
28 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Maple Leaf, Seattle, WA, 98115

Alexa and her family were such great hosts and caretakers for our dog Bo - lovely to coordinate with and obviously provided a super good care. Could tell Bo was relaxed and happy from the regular photo/video updates. Will definitely try to rebook with Alexa again soon! 🐾 🦮❤️

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Isabella K.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
19 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Laurelhurst, Seattle, WA, 98105

Isabella was so so great with our dog, Benji! She kept us updated on how he was each day and really went the extra mile with making sure Benji was comfortable. Really appreciate the great care and I wouldn’t think twice about leaving my dog with her again ! ❤️

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Jerica H.
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$78
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9 reviews
8 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA, 98112

Jerica and Nori were amazing! Nori was playful and accommodating with a new dog on his turf and he and Toby played so well together! I got lots of photos and updates from Jerica during Toby’s stay and it was clear Toby had a great time and was well cared for. Highly recommend Jerica! We will re-book in a heartbeat!

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Casey Z.
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$125
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8 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Bryant, Seattle, WA, 98105

Casey has truly changed how we feel about leaving our elderly dog in a sitters care. She provides a loving and safe home for our anxious old man to relax, reliably issues his many medications, keeps us updated with pictures and texts, and takes away our own anxiety that comes with leaving a pet for week+ travel. Petey absolutely loves Casey (and Ron!), and I could not recommend her more!

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Jessica C.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
10 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Wallingford, Seattle, WA, 98103

Jessica is amazing! She sent TONS of high quality photos of our dog every day. We can tell she took great care of him and he had an awesome time. We would definitely recommend her and plan on boarding our dog with her again!

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Yingqi X.
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$58
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22 reviews
9 repeat clients
13 years of experience
University District, Seattle, WA, 98105

Yingqi was outstanding. Very communicative sending photos and videos and took excellent care of our dog. I felt comfortable knowing that she was in great hands and my dog looked really happy being there. Would definitely book again!

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Mana & Kento M.
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$49
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5 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Victory Heights, Seattle, WA, 98125

Amazing! I booked a last minute stay over Fourth of July weekend and Mana was so accommodating. She squeezed in a pre stay introduction for the dogs, then took amazing care of Obi over the three days. I got so many photos (and a video) and she even refilled my poop bag dispenser from her own stash when ours ran out and sent obi home with a little extra treat. Outstanding sitter, would book again without hesitation.

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Philip S.
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$50
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41 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wedgwood, Seattle, WA, 98115

Philip was great! Super responsive throughout the stay and was very welcoming - I really appreciate the exceptional care he provided for my dog.

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Ana I.
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$65
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65 reviews
21 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA, 98109

Ana took amazing care of my dog! She gave me frequent updates and pictures about how my pup was doing. I could tell how much love, attention, and care her and her daughter were giving to my dog. They took her on frequent walks and even took her hiking! I very strongly recommend Ana!!

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Carolyn B.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
157 reviews
66 repeat clients
34 years of experience
Ravenna, Seattle, WA, 98105

A true dog lover who treated my pup like her own. From daily park visits to allowing my dog to sleep in her bed, I really appreciated the care to making sure my dog both her daily exercise and love.

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Ponyo Z.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
447 reviews
114 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Queen Anne, Seattle, WA, 98109

Ponyo did a great job helping my pup feel comfortable with a pet sitter for the first time! Thanks for the regular updates so I knew he was doing well and in good hands!

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Adam B.
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$86
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97 reviews
41 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Eastlake, Seattle, WA, 98102

We also appreciated Adam’s communication and flexibility, as well as his comfort with our sometimes nervous yet larger dog. He updated us and was very thorough and Greta was a happy and comfortable pup at pickup. Highly recommended!

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Cheryl B.
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$90
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Wallingford, Seattle, WA, 98103

This was our second time with Cheryl and it was fantastic again! Cheryl is always patient and thoughtful with our active pup. Would recommend Cheryl to anyone, she’s really fantastic.

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Lorena R.
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$67
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5.0 out of 5 stars
146 reviews
53 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Matthews Beach, Seattle, WA, 98125

Lorena was great. This was Tuesday's first time staying with someone new and it worked out really well. Lorena and her family made her feel comfortable. Lorena was very responsive, flexible and understanding!

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Tianci D.
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$89
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Downtown, Seattle, WA, 98121

Tianci took good care of Bagel! I enjoyed the shared Google photo album very much as they walked Bagel around the city and kindly also took him to the treat store.

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Jiani H.
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$40
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33 reviews
5 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Wedgwood, Seattle, WA, 98115

Jiani provided attentive care for my cat while we were away for a week. My cat, Todie, stayed with Jiani at her place, and Todie is usually very shy and nervous in new places. With frequent photo updates from Jiani, I was able to tell that Todie grew comfortable in her care rather quickly, and it relieved much stress on my end. Jiani was very flexible with picking up Todie and dropping her back off, too, which made planning easy for me! I will absolutely rebook with Jiani in the future!

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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
North College Park, Seattle, WA, 98103

Eleanor was absolutely amazing with our pups while we were traveling internationally. She kept us at ease with consistent updates and lots of photos, which we really appreciated. It was clear they were in great hands the entire time. We’d highly recommend to anyone looking for a sitter!

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Devan H.
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$65
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13 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA, 98119

Bentley had his own vacation while we took ours! Devan was communicative and make sure to keep my little guy active. Bentley even cried when he left he had so much fun! I highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: YU-FANG T.
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YU-FANG T.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Roosevelt, Seattle, WA, 98115

Yu-fang was super attentive and sent very cute photos with detailed updates for our dog. I'd love to work with her again. I really appreciate her taking a same day booking and working with me on scheduling. Highly recommended!!!

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Felix L.
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$69
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ballard, SEATTLE, WA, 98107

Felix took great care of our sweet, shy dog. He was very patient with her and helped her gain confidence over her stay. Felix knows what he is doing!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Estephania is a great sitter. Ruby had so much fun with her, 2 days later she's worn out. Ruby got to go on many walks, which she loves! I knew she was in good hands. Got lots of pictures daily. I hope to book her again.

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Colleen C.
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Amy was a wonderful dog sitter. All communication was prompt and felt unhurried. She also told me without my asking when flexibility of schedule was possible. Most importantly, my 1.5 year-old miniature dachshund Hyperion seemed to feel safe and comfortable with her overnight. As of summer 2026, she lives in a house with a yard in a quieter part of town. Lastly, her first photo and text update came the very night I dropped my baby off, which was a great relief to me as a pet parent hiring a sitter for the first time. Thanks a bunch~

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Zen
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tigger had another wonderful time with Egor. Right before we left, he came down with pancreatitis but Egor still honored our reservation and we were able to enjoy our wedding weekend knowing Tigger was in good hands!

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Alicia M.
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This was our first time booking with Jaden as our usual Rover sitter was unavailable. We were a bit nervous since this was a long trip we were leaving our dog Autzen for. But Jaden was amazing and took great care of Autzen and he came home very happy. We were able to enjoy our vacation without worrying and all was a great experience. Would definitely book again!

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Natalie E.
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Ethan took great care of our dog, Leya! He communicated if there was any issues and let us know how she was doing. We appreciated his understanding of our girl, as she requires some patience with twice/day medicine and needing to adjust to new places on the first days. We were also grateful that he helped us with our last minute request. We would be happy having him take care of our pup again!

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Scarlett I.
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Our doggies have never stayed away from our home, so we were nervous to leave them somewhere else. Yusleni was quick to respond and proactively shared videos of them. It was great to see them while we were away.

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Viri P.
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Kirsten was an exceptional sitter. She is a great communicator, sent regular updates with many happy photos assuring us that she was both safe and happy, and made Ruthie feel right at home. Will definitely reach out to Kirsten to watch Ruthie again in the future.

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Patrick D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shauna is wonderful! Our sweet dog, Penny, is always happy to see her when we drop her off and returns home happy and well-loved. We have great peace of mind knowing Penny is in good hands when we are out of town. Thank you, Shauna!

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Heidi S.
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Colton is great — communicative, thoughtful, committed to getting the dogs lots of exercise. And his dog, Tito, is a built-in playmate who is a gentle giant. Highly recommend.

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zach o.
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My pup had a lovely stay with Elenor. She sent lots of sweet pictures and was very communicative. Absolutely will book again!

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Julia R.
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Moosli had an amazing time with Erica and her pups! She sent many photos and videos every day, and she was very communicative.

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Liam & Erin A.
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Harlene was AMAZING w our high energy Kovi. She gave ample updates and provided so many cute pictures that really kept our minds at ease while we were away! We knew Kovi was super comfortable with her because while he usually puts on little hunger strikes while he’s boarded, he ate up all his food immediately when given by Harlene. Couldn’t recommend enough!☺️

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Hallie K.
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Yuxin was great as always with Apollo, and gave us plenty of updates on him during his stay. We'd absolutely be happy to rebook with her!

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Sean B.
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Dennis did a great job taking care of Moty, even though Moty is a reactive dog he managed to take him to do lots of outdoors trips. I was sent daily updates of Moty and he seemed very happy.

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Tom M.
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Another wonderful stay with Sarah and her partner. Geoffrey always enjoys his visits—thank you again! 🐾

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Lamar G.
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Byron did a great job with our two dogs! They came back happy and healthy! He sent us multiple photos every day and took great care of them. Thank you Byron!

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Yash C.
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Anne took amazing care of Hoss and sent us great pics and updates along the way. He had a great time with lots of play and walks. She made it worry free so we could enjoy our trip!

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Mary C.
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Zico and wife took good care of Gnocchi. She needed oral meds during her boarding stay, and they helped administrate her meds. Their place is one floor no stairs, perfect for my blind dog.

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Stella Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Zach came in clutch and watched Theo after our other sitter plan fell through last minute, even though it conflicted with his availability. This was only Theo’s second stay with Zach and Maya, but he ran right up to the house so excited to play and explore. Zach always takes such great care of Theo and keeps us updated when we are away. Theo got lots of snuggles, walks and trips to the park. Zach is so patient and loving towards our boy. We feel like we are dropping him off at a good friend’s and feel comforted that Theo is in good hands. Can’t recommended Zach enough!

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Haleigh R.
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Zhongni was a great sitter. She had plenty toys for Scooby to enjoy. She sent me great photos of my pup having the best time of his life. She took him on a few walks and he slept like a baby during the night. She was very responsive. I'd definitely plan to book with her in the future.

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What Is Seattle Dog Boarding Like On Rover?

Worried about your dog’s comfort while you’re away? Rover helps you choose from over 3,200 dog boarding environments hosted by vetted and reviewed Seattle sitters. Turn your dog’s stay into a canine vacation in popular Seattle dog-friendly neighborhoods like Queen Anne, Fremont, Capitol Hill, or West Seattle. Rover makes it easy to find affordable dog boarding in Seattle and surrounding areas like Bellevue, Redmond, Kent, Tacoma, or Bothell. The cost of dog boarding in Seattle, WA, ranges from $65 to $70 per night.

Convenience to SeaTac

Travelers flying through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SeaTac) can choose from 160+ dog boarding locations within 15 miles. Some sitters may also meet you at the airport for an additional fee.

Tailored Dog Boarding Options in Seattle

  • Solo dog care: 1,682 sitters offer one-on-one attention for anxious pups
  • Fenced yards: 1,378 sitters have outdoor play areas for high-energy pups
  • Boarding + daycare: 1,937 sitters offer daycare for playful dogs
  • Grooming & bathing: 710 sitters provide light grooming for long-term stays
  • Multi-pet boarding: 1,536 sitters welcome multiple dogs or cats
Unlike traditional kennels that follow a strict group schedule, dog boarding through Rover is customizable to your dog’s emotional needs. For most sitters, services such as additional walks, playtime, and one-on-one attention are included in their daily rate.

A Day In the Life for a Rover Pup

Dog boarding with an active Star Sitter on Rover will follow the sitter’s schedule and set routine, which may look like:
  • Morning neighborhood walk, such as a stroll around Green Lake or Belltown waterfront
  • Mid-day supervised yard time and rest
  • Afternoon enrichment outing or indoor play
  • Potty walk and nighttime winddown
When booking, factor in your dog’s habits and needs to your sitter’s location. Does your dog need off-leash playtime? A sitter who lives in the U District may visit Magnuson Park Off-Leash Area. Well-socialized dogs may enjoy staying with sitters who live by dog-friendly outdoor patios, like Bark!Espresso, a dog-themed café with fun treats for pups, or The Barking Dog Alehouse in Ballard.
Need more routine stability? If your pup thrives on routine, Seattle house sitting services may be a better choice. For about $75 per night, a Seattle sitter will stay in your home and follows your care instructions.

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