Dog Boarding Utica
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“Laura and Joe were absolutely amazing with Bailey! I have never left her anywhere except for the groomers and they really made me and my dog feel comfortable.”


“Dawn took fantastic care of my baby! She came home beautifully tired out from playing with Dawn's own fur babies. Dawn provided informative daily updates that kept my mind completely at ease. I highly recommend her!”

“Carolina was absolutely amazing with Dixie. From the moment we connected, I felt at ease knowing my dog would be in caring and capable hands. She sent regular updates, photos, and gave so much love and attention to my Dixie —it was clear she genuinely care about dogs. I came home to a happy, well-cared-for dogs and a tidy space. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely be booking with Carolina again!”

“Kayla is trustworthy and super loving with my Bella. Bella comes home happy and even more spoiled. Kayla is accommodating and cautious about your pet while in her care. Recommend her a 1000%.”

“I had a great experience with Amy as my dog sitter! She took such good care of Snickers and made sure he was happy and comfortable while I was away. I really appreciated how flexible she was with the pick-up and drop-off timings—it made things so much easier for me. Snickers seemed completely at ease with her, and I could tell he was in good hands. I would definitely recommend Amy to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!”

“I couldn’t be happier with the care she gave my Lola! Lindsay took her on regular walks, made sure she was comfortable and happy, and kept me updated the entire time with messages and photos. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing Lola was in such loving and responsible hands. You can tell she genuinely cares about the dogs she watches. I would absolutely trust Lindsay with Lola again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and thoughtful sitter!”

“Catherine took great care of our two active labs. Her yard is great and she took them to the dog park and filled up the pool during hot days. Great place to board your babies”

“Janelle was phenomenal with my dog Roxy. She sent the cutest photos, took great care with my dog’s special quirks, and even helped when my dog had a skin problem. She is a strong communicator and treated my pup as her own. I will rebook in an instant. Cannot recommend her enough! Her space is clean and cozy and her neighborhood is full of nature to explore”

“What an amazing host family! Tanuja took all the appropriate steps to make me and spice feel welcome and comfortable with this being a first time host. We had a meet and greet so both dogs could get comfortable with each other and after that moved towards hosting. She kept me well informed and was very thorough with making sure she had everything to care for spice. I would definitely book again with her in the future and would recommend her to anyone who asked.”

About: Your Pet’s New Favorite Sitter! 🐾❤️ Hi! I’m a responsible, caring, and dependable pet lover who would love the opportunity to care for your furry family members! As a pet owner myself, I know how hard it can be to leave your pets with someone else. You want someone you can trust—not only to make sure they’re fed and cared for, but to give them the same love, attention, and patience they receive at home. Whether your pup needs a fun walk, a potty break, some playtime, dinner and cuddles, or simply a little company while you’re away, I’m here to help! I’m happy to follow your pet’s normal routine and make sure they feel comfortable and cared for. I’m especially passionate about giving pets lots of attention and making sure they never feel overlooked. I’ll also keep you updated with pictures and messages so you can enjoy your time away knowing your pet is happy and in good hands. 🐶🐱📸 A little about my care: 🐾 Reliable and responsible ❤️ Patient and genuinely animal-loving 🚶♀️ Happy to provide walks and exercise 🍽️ Feeding, fresh water, potty breaks & routine care 🎾 Playtime, attention and plenty of affection 📸 Regular updates and pictures 🏡 Respectful of your instructions My goal is for your pets to feel like they’re getting a little vacation of their own while you’re away! I’ll treat them like family and do everything I can to make the experience stress-free for both you and your pets. I can’t wait to meet you and your four-legged family members! 🐾 I do work, but my hours are short, so we have plenty of time for your dog! We also have two very friendly and wonderful dogs of our own, a Golden Retriever named Buddy and a German Pointer named Rusty. I have a fenced in yard and two dogs of our own to keep your baby company. Your dogs will be well taken care of and well loved! It is important that your dog is crate trained for during my working hours; however, summer months are different.
“Thank you Jungmin, my family had a truly comfortable trip with your support. You kept us updated with photos from time to time, so we were able to travel without any worries. And it seems like Seoul also enjoyed staying with your dog, Taco. Thank you again!”

“Nathan and his family are excellent dog sitters. Duke had a great time. He was sending pictures so I can see how Duke was managing being away from home. I truly appreciate the great care they gave my dog. I’ll definitely use them again.”

“Julie and Jason were just WONDERFUL! I brought them my 2 Chihuahuas (a 10 yr.old and a 1 yr old) They treated them with love, kindness and great care! I would highly recommend them to anyone and plan to use them again in the near future! Thank you again to Both of YOU!”

“Katie was a wonderful sitter for our puppies first experience away from home. We received many sweet photos showing all of the fun she had with other dogs, along with updates about feeding and activity. It was a really good experience and great for socializing a puppy too!”

“They were so great. My dog ended up not feeling well while I was away. They contacted me right away to see if there was anything they could do to make him feel better. Kept us updated the whole time. Made me feel like my dog was in good hands.”

“Shane took very good care of my dog over the weekend. She sent tons of pictures. Even though my dog didn’t get along with her dog initially, she did everything she can to keep both of them happy and busy. Will definitely come back and recommend.”

About: I have over 6 years of experience working in kennels caring for both dogs and cats of all ages. Along with several family friends and people in my community that I have sat for many many times. I have special training in providing medications in any form (Pills, ear/eye drops, topical medications, insulin injections, etc) and training/experience working with dogs of all temperaments (anxious, aggressive, energetic, reactive, etc.) I have a true passion and love for working with cat and dogs but am at not a point in my life where I can get on of my own, so I would love nothing more to spend some time with your fur baby! I am currently finishing up at school at Michigan State University but am commuting from my hometown for this semester. Fortunately I only have to be up in East Lansing for a couple of hours 2 days a week, and I am investing the rest of my time into my online classes. This has left my schedule pretty open for the upcoming months and I will be spending majority of my time with your pet during their stay! For those interested in boarding, I do live with my parents and a sibling, but they all love to have furry visitors and your pet is guaranteed to get an abundance of attention! When I care for someone else's pet I truly treat them as my own. I have great relationship with all of the clients I currently sit for and their pets. My main goal when sitting is to make sure that both the owner and the pet are entirely comfortable while they are in my care. To do this I try to create a very open line of communication and send frequent updates and pictures and make sure to ask questions rather than guessing how to care for someone else's pet.
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Utica is $45
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Utica
Laura was absolutely wonderful with Addy and Maddy! The girls settled in quickly, and the steady stream of pictures made it clear they were making themselves right at home. Meanwhile, I could relax, knowing they were in such loving care. She treated them like her own and was so thoughtful about their comfort, their surroundings, and how they fit in with her family pets. That kind of care means everything. My girls were spoiled with a capital S! I’m pretty sure they thought they were on vacation, too. Highly, highly, HIGHLY, recommend Laura! 🐾❤️

Morina was absolutely lovely to board with, she was very flexible and helpful at every step and my boy returned to me even happier and more spoiled than when he left. I would 100% recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone who will treat their pet like family :)

Kathryn did an amazing job watching my dog! She was a great communicator throughout the entire process and was very attentive to the needs of my pet. I will definitely be going with her for dog sitting in the future and would strongly recommend her to anyone needing a sitter.

Haley is the BEST. She was super accommodating, communicative, and so attentive with my fur babies. She sent pictures throughout the days I was gone alongside little updates and my dogs looked so happy and at peace with her. Took them for walks, kept them energized, loved on them during nap time - you name it. 10/10 not only recommending her, but using her again for any of our needs while we are away. Your animals are in AMAZING hands with her. :)

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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Utica on Rover is $39 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $56 per night. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 1,339 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Utica. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
95% of sitters in Utica can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Utica home-away-from-home, packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Utica.
<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Utica sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in MI ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.








