Dog Boarding in University Row, Dayton, OH
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1. casey h.

“Casey was the best! She consistently gave me updates about Harley and made sure I was well informed . Extremely proffessional and diligent. She also helped.me put together Harley's crate when i brought it over. Definitely went above and beyond. I will definitely be using her in the future.”


2. Bryson J.

“My dog must have had a great time at Bryson's house because when he got home, he slept the rest of the night. That's a huge WIN in my book. We're so happy to have found a playmate that could keep up with my dog's high puppy energy! Bryson was very prompt with responses and photo updates while we were out of town for 2 nights. Will definitely book another stay when we go out of town. Thank you Bryson and family!”


3. David D.

“David was wonderful with our Mollie. We got plenty of pictures and could see she was happy and having a good time with new friends. David is also very nice and gentle and just all around has a wonderful and caring personality. I can tell he loves animals and gives them the care they need. Highly recommended!”


4. Amber S.


“Amber and her husband were phenomenal! I have never had a river that I felt more comfortable leaving my dog with. It was immediately apparent after initial talks how kind, and responsible they are. They took my dog for many long walks and sent me a couple updates every day.”


5. Ashleigh & Bill R.


“Amazing as always! Bill and Ashleigh are always so attentive to Charlotte and send great update pictures. Would recommend them to anyone looking for a dog sitter.”


6. Sierra H.

“Sierra was great for our dog, Ralph! She is very experienced and professional and I immediately felt comfortable leaving him with her. He came home tired and happy from playing with her two pups. We’re definitely planning to request her again for our next trip!”


7. Erin F.

“Erin was great, and our dog was so happy under her care. We will definitely be using Erin again next time we are out of town!”


8. Thomas H.

“Thomas was a lifesaver! We had a rover cancel on us the day of a holiday and he took in our buddies last minute and cared for them!”


9. Natalie J.

“Natalie was awesome with our puppy. She kept me informed and sent pictures/videos throughout his stay. I will definitely be booking her again. Thanks Natalie!!”




10. Jessica & Carol H.

“Jessica and Carol are amazing! My dog was welcomed into their home and spoiled. They're timely with pictures and communication and very caring. I'll be trusting them with my dog anytime we travel ✅️”


11. Daphne B.

“Super responsive and helpful. Daphne was so flexible when my travel plans changed suddenly and unexpectantly. The boys love staying with her.”


12. Carey K.


“Carey and Bonnie are fantastic people and pup sitters who took amazing care of our pup while we’re away. They made our vacation more relaxing knowing they took such great care of our pup. They provide daily walks, fun activities, fun photos and updates they send, which give us peace of mind knowing Finnegan is happy and well cared for. Highly recommend!”


13. Morgan C.

“Morgan did a fantastic job watching our little Theo. She was extremely responsive and communicative - providing numerous updates and photos throughout his stay. Would highly recommend Morgan for any pet sitting needs!”


14. Arlissa S.
“Arlissa is the best sitter I’ve ever had, I was a little worried about leaving my pup for the first time, of course I had no reason to worry arlissa communicated to me anything that might be important, as I well as some adorable pictures.”


15. Ryan W.

“Ryan took great care of our dog and was responsiveto messages. We got picture updates while we were gone and our guy came back happy. We would book with Ryan again!”


16. Yurina W.

“Yurina was SO SO SO great with Meeko!! Her dogs were super friendly and played together the entire time. She sent beautiful pictures everyday and kept me up to date on how he was doing. I really appreciated knowing Meeko was taken care of while in her home. Thank you Yurina!”


17. Paige H.

“First time using River and was very happy to have found Paige to keep my dog Skippy. The communication was great! I received daily updates with pictures! I will definitely continue to use Rover and hopefully Paige will be available!”


18. Amber H.

“Thank you Amber, for taking on the care of Roxi. We appreciate, dog sitters like you, who jump into action at the last minute, this was Roxi first dog sitting experience, and she seems to be well taken care of. Thank you, from my family to yours!!”


19. TJ & Abby S.

“Our dog Lilikoi spent a day at TJ & Abby's house. We liked a lot that she had snuggle time and was treated like a family member. We will return!”


20. Yolena M.

“Yolena was fantastic! She took care of our babies last minute over a holiday and we so appreciated it!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in University Row is $35
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Sitters in University Row average 11 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jul 2024, 334 sitters provided dog boarding in University Row. 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, 95% of University Row dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in University Row 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 University Row.
Rover makes it easy to find University Row 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 334 dog boarding sitters in University Row on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In University Row, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 87% 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.
