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“Haley was absolutely wonderful! We had to extend our time with her unexpectedly, and she accommodated us willingly—even on short notice. Her flexibility and kindness made a stressful situation much easier, and we’re so grateful for her support.”
“Cece and her family were amazing with my puppy! They were so caring and kept me updated often with how she was doing. Cece definitely goes the extra mile for everyone's fur babies and I will 100% be booking with her again!”
“They took great care of my Yumi. They sent me pictures daily and kept me updated on how she was doing. I can tell by her energy that she enjoyed her stay. I will definitely rebook in the future. ❤️”
“Kristin and her loving family were a complete godsend for my two senior dogs and me! As a new Florida resident working from home, I faced the jarring predicament of leaving my fur babies behind for the first time—with my entire support system over 3,000 miles away. After a recent sitter horror story, I was anxious about finding someone trustworthy. Kristin’s exceptional communication, endless affection for my dogs, and frequent updates (FOMO!) put me at ease immediately. Her thoughtful care, attention to my dogs’ needs, and warm, cuddly family made it clear—they weren’t just being watched; they were being loved. Seeing them so happy truly filled me with gratitude. If you’re a fellow Tampa newcomer or simply hesitant about entrusting your pets to a new sitter, let Kristin’s own fur babies be the proof of her deep love and understanding of animals. Their easygoing, respectful, and welcoming demeanor reflects the care and compassion they receive daily. Thanks to Kristin, I was able to fully relax and be present while celebrating the birth of my nephew—something I never thought possible with my usual separation anxiety (haha!). I cannot recommend her enough!”
“Trevor was great with Penny. He came to pick her up and dropped her off to me which made my life quite a bit easier. I'll be reaching out to him again when I make plans that can't include my sweet girl,”
“I was soooo happy to find someone who could pup sit for me on short notice. She was very sweet and so was her entire family. They welcomed Hiro in with open arms and I’m so thankful.”
“Sharii was an awesome care giver for our Princess Nala. Sharii provided pictures of Nala having a fun time inside the house as well as outside. This eased our fears so much due to the fact that this was our first time leaving our fur baby with anyone. We will definitely have Sharii watch our Nala every time.”
“I was hesitant about leaving our Nova with anyone during our time away, but Shawn definitely changed my mind. Shawn was a pleasure to work with from day one. He was professional and prepared with important questions to get to know Nova's needs and behaviors. While away he was thoughtful and caring about sharing Nova's day to day activities and her behavior with meeting new dogs. He made me so comfortable with Nova being in his care and I enjoyed my vacation without stressing. He is very kind and loving with her and I would not hesitate to leave Nova with him again. He was awesome and I highly recommend his services. Thank you so much Shawn for caring for Nova!”
“My Doggo absolutely loved her stay—Luna came back happy, calm, and clearly well cared for. She was incredibly accommodating, especially as an active duty member, which meant a lot. She stayed super communicative the entire time and went above and beyond to ensure Luna had a wonderful experience. I’m beyond happy with the care she provided—10/10 recommend and would absolutely book again! She even gave Luna extra cuddles, love, and attention—and sent us off with a sweet little gift before we left. So thoughtful!”
“I had a great experience with Belinda taking care of my fur babies. She sent me pictures and kept me updated. My dogs were outside and even interacted with other dogs and we're not stuck in a cage all weekend. So grateful for her.”
“Marcus was wonderful with Casey. It was her first time being away from home for a week and he was very good with her. He sent me lots of pics and responded to my texts right away. She loved her little vacation and he even had a basketballl just like hers at home that made her so happy:). I would highly recommend him, he is very good with dogs. She had a great time and we will defiantly be using him again.. Thank you Marcus for taking great care of our Casey.. Lisa”
“Wish I could give more stars! Eric responded super quickly and was available for last minute boarding. Both my lab and mini dachshund loved spending time at his place and playing in the huge yard! I got pictures and updates daily. He was super helpful and was able to extend my trip and keep my pups longer when something came up! Will definitely be using him again”
“My dog was so happy when I picked him up from Debra’s. He had been playing with her dog Suzette outside in the backyard when I arrived. I could tell he was very well taken care of. Brutus really liked Debra and her son Reese. They are a good team working together to keep the dog happy and exercised. Brutus will definitely be back.”
“Ashlee is always kind, quick to respond and makes my fur baby feel loved and safe. Whenever I travel is so nice to have peace of mind that my dog is safe in her care. Thank you Ashlee for being the best!”
“Lynne and her husband were great sitters for our boy Knox :) I received pictures and updates throughout the stay. We would absolutely leave Knox with them again!”
“Muy buena, excelente. Siempre estuve informada de todo resivi fotos y vídeos casi Diario. Siempre estaba disponible cuando le mandaba mensajes para saber cómo estaba Bengy.”
“Chante was awesome! She helped to take of our dog when we had a last minute change of plans come up and she took amazing care of her. Would definitely recommend her to others and will be looking to use her again the future.”
“Yori took amazing care of my fur baby. I loved that he felt right at home with her. She updated me & made sure prince was comfortable & loved. We will definitely be back! Thanks again. 🐾 💕”
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Haley C.Star Sitter
“Haley was absolutely wonderful! We had to extend our time with her unexpectedly, and she accommodated us willingly—even on short notice. Her flexibility and kindness made a stressful situation much easier, and we’re so grateful for her support.”
Cece S.
Star Sitter
“Cece and her family were amazing with my puppy! They were so caring and kept me updated often with how she was doing. Cece definitely goes the extra mile for everyone's fur babies and I will 100% be booking with her again!”
Qian "Elena" & Meiru Y.Star Sitter
“They took great care of my Yumi. They sent me pictures daily and kept me updated on how she was doing. I can tell by her energy that she enjoyed her stay. I will definitely rebook in the future. ❤️”
Kristin B.Star Sitter
“Kristin and her loving family were a complete godsend for my two senior dogs and me! As a new Florida resident working from home, I faced the jarring predicament of leaving my fur babies behind for the first time—with my entire support system over 3,000 miles away. After a recent sitter horror story, I was anxious about finding someone trustworthy. Kristin’s exceptional communication, endless affection for my dogs, and frequent updates (FOMO!) put me at ease immediately. Her thoughtful care, attention to my dogs’ needs, and warm, cuddly family made it clear—they weren’t just being watched; they were being loved. Seeing them so happy truly filled me with gratitude. If you’re a fellow Tampa newcomer or simply hesitant about entrusting your pets to a new sitter, let Kristin’s own fur babies be the proof of her deep love and understanding of animals. Their easygoing, respectful, and welcoming demeanor reflects the care and compassion they receive daily. Thanks to Kristin, I was able to fully relax and be present while celebrating the birth of my nephew—something I never thought possible with my usual separation anxiety (haha!). I cannot recommend her enough!”
Trevor L.Star Sitter
“Trevor was great with Penny. He came to pick her up and dropped her off to me which made my life quite a bit easier. I'll be reaching out to him again when I make plans that can't include my sweet girl,”
Windell B.Star Sitter
“Windell took great care of my pup, Lou, and even sent her home with a couple new toys! I will definitely be booking with him again for dogsitting.”
Joycemar E.Star Sitter
“I was soooo happy to find someone who could pup sit for me on short notice. She was very sweet and so was her entire family. They welcomed Hiro in with open arms and I’m so thankful.”
Sharii B.Star Sitter
“Sharii was an awesome care giver for our Princess Nala. Sharii provided pictures of Nala having a fun time inside the house as well as outside. This eased our fears so much due to the fact that this was our first time leaving our fur baby with anyone. We will definitely have Sharii watch our Nala every time.”
Shawn W.Star Sitter
“I was hesitant about leaving our Nova with anyone during our time away, but Shawn definitely changed my mind. Shawn was a pleasure to work with from day one. He was professional and prepared with important questions to get to know Nova's needs and behaviors. While away he was thoughtful and caring about sharing Nova's day to day activities and her behavior with meeting new dogs. He made me so comfortable with Nova being in his care and I enjoyed my vacation without stressing. He is very kind and loving with her and I would not hesitate to leave Nova with him again. He was awesome and I highly recommend his services. Thank you so much Shawn for caring for Nova!”
Estefany D.Star Sitter
“My Doggo absolutely loved her stay—Luna came back happy, calm, and clearly well cared for. She was incredibly accommodating, especially as an active duty member, which meant a lot. She stayed super communicative the entire time and went above and beyond to ensure Luna had a wonderful experience. I’m beyond happy with the care she provided—10/10 recommend and would absolutely book again! She even gave Luna extra cuddles, love, and attention—and sent us off with a sweet little gift before we left. So thoughtful!”
Deborah (Belinda) D.
“I had a great experience with Belinda taking care of my fur babies. She sent me pictures and kept me updated. My dogs were outside and even interacted with other dogs and we're not stuck in a cage all weekend. So grateful for her.”
Marcus S.
“Marcus was wonderful with Casey. It was her first time being away from home for a week and he was very good with her. He sent me lots of pics and responded to my texts right away. She loved her little vacation and he even had a basketballl just like hers at home that made her so happy:). I would highly recommend him, he is very good with dogs. She had a great time and we will defiantly be using him again.. Thank you Marcus for taking great care of our Casey.. Lisa”
Eric M.
“Wish I could give more stars! Eric responded super quickly and was available for last minute boarding. Both my lab and mini dachshund loved spending time at his place and playing in the huge yard! I got pictures and updates daily. He was super helpful and was able to extend my trip and keep my pups longer when something came up! Will definitely be using him again”
Debra C.Star Sitter
“My dog was so happy when I picked him up from Debra’s. He had been playing with her dog Suzette outside in the backyard when I arrived. I could tell he was very well taken care of. Brutus really liked Debra and her son Reese. They are a good team working together to keep the dog happy and exercised. Brutus will definitely be back.”
Mariana B.Star Sitter
“Great Dog Sitter!!! Very responsive! My guy Metro had a great time. I felt very comfortable leaving him at their home. I would definitely recommend Mariana”
Ashlee W.Star Sitter
“Ashlee is always kind, quick to respond and makes my fur baby feel loved and safe. Whenever I travel is so nice to have peace of mind that my dog is safe in her care. Thank you Ashlee for being the best!”
Lynne W.Star Sitter
“Lynne and her husband were great sitters for our boy Knox :) I received pictures and updates throughout the stay. We would absolutely leave Knox with them again!”
Adriana E.
“Muy buena, excelente. Siempre estuve informada de todo resivi fotos y vídeos casi Diario. Siempre estaba disponible cuando le mandaba mensajes para saber cómo estaba Bengy.”
Chante M.
“Chante was awesome! She helped to take of our dog when we had a last minute change of plans come up and she took amazing care of her. Would definitely recommend her to others and will be looking to use her again the future.”
Iyorima M.Star Sitter
“Yori took amazing care of my fur baby. I loved that he felt right at home with her. She updated me & made sure prince was comfortable & loved. We will definitely be back! Thanks again. 🐾 💕”
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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 Square.
Rover makes it easy to find University Square 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.
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