Dog Boarding in Utica
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“She was great! It was my boys first experience outside of his house and I was very nervous. She kept me updated, sent pics and updates. Super experience with Laura! Highly recommend!”
“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!”
“Katie was incredible. She showed Rue an immense amount of love, provided lots of updates, and has an excellent environment to allow Rue to relax and enjoy her time away. I couldn't recommend her more!! She's the best.”
“Never had a better,safer , experience in my life with a service! I’m so grateful that Amanda allowed me the peace of mind to travel and take care of a difficult business transaction. She even figured out a better way to use my current dog foods to my pups’ satisfaction. Her family and children only provided a better experience for my dogs. Very highly recommended!”
“Tory is a fantastic pet sitter. She took great care of our Ruby while we were away. She sent comments and photo's thru rover each day to keep us informed that our girl was doing great without us. I will definitely hire her in the future and I highly recommend her to anyone needing a sitter. Any pet would be lucky to have her taking care of them while their family is away. Sincerely, C.C., Washington Twp, Mi”
“June, I first met her on a cold day, and I saw her smiling brightly. We didn't know we were close neighbors at the time, so we met for the first time from a distance. Seeing her for the first time and realizing how close we lived to each other was such a relief. On the first day I entrusted my dog to her care, I saw how genuinely she cared for my dog, and during my four-day Christmas vacation, I never once worried about my dog. On the way home, I picked up my dog, and it was such a wonderful time meeting June's children. I'm planning to leave my dog with June again the next time we go on a family trip. June, thank you for your warm heart and care.”
“Kshama was professional and responsive when I contacted her during Lucky’s stay at her home with her husband and their dog Zeus. I received videos and pictures to remind me how happy lucky was. I had to extend Lucky’s stay so I rebooked again with her for a longer stay. When I went to drop more food for lucky, he was happy. I’ll use her again when I need to.”
“Denise is really a good dog caregiver! My dog normally gets anxious about leaving her, but this time when Denise took care of her, she looked so happy. I definitely recommend her with friends for their puppies! They will be in good hands!”
“Eunju was very caring for my senior dog Lemon and gave her TLC. She provided photos and updates and was understanding and accommodating. Lemon was in good spirits and very relaxed when we picked her up. I hope that Eunju will be available in the future to care for Lemon. Thank you, Eunju.”
“I couldn’t be happier with the care our 3 dogs received! Sandra was absolutely wonderful—attentive, reliable, and so loving with each of them. It’s not easy managing three pups with different personalities, but she handled it with ease and made sure they were all happy, safe, and well taken care of. I really appreciated the updates and photos while we were away—it gave us so much peace of mind. We came home to three relaxed, content dogs, and that speaks volumes. Highly recommend Sandra to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter!”
“I could not have asked for better sitters for our 10-month old puppy! Amy and her family went above and beyond to care for Jojo and ensure she had a great time while we were out of the country on a 10-day vacation. I can't thank them enough for giving us a worry-free vacation, with daily pictures and videos and hilarious updates. Not to mention Finley was the best boy and companion for Jojo! Amy cared about every detail prior to our departure to ensure Jojo was safe and well taken care of. We are so lucky to have found Amy and family (and Finley) and would recommend them in a heartbeat.”
“Kayla was so amazing with our cat! she communicates very quickly and sends lots of updates :) I felt so at ease and safe leaving our little kitty with her ❤️ Will def be rebooking in the future !!!!”
“Deena is the best! My dog Ellie absolutely loved her. She gave Ellie all the attention and care she needed, and we got picture/text updates everyday. She is so sweet and attentive. We will absolutely use her again for boarding our Ellie. Cannot recommend Deena enough!”
“If we could give Mary 6 stars, we would! Our dog truly looked like she was living her best life at Mary’s house. She sent so many fun pictures and updates throughout the weekend, putting our mind at ease. She even took our girl on multiple walks to get her energy out and she came home soooo happy! So glad we found Mary, she is incredible!”
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Utica dog parents share their Rover experiences
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!
Laura was absolutely incredible with our dog, Koda. This was the very first time we’ve ever left him with someone outside of our family, so he was nervous and a little scared—but Laura went above and beyond to make sure he felt safe, loved, and comfortable. Her communication was outstanding from start to finish. She kept us updated with messages and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind. It was clear that she treated Koda as if he were her own, and we are so grateful for the care, patience, and kindness she showed him. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly, highly recommend Laura to anyone looking for a trustworthy and genuinely caring dog watcher!
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.
I am so glad that I found Brigid and her family to watch my dog while I was gone. This was the first time I’d used rover and I was a little nervous, but once I met Brigid and her family I was instantly put at ease with leaving my dog with them for a week. Brigid kept me updated throughout the week on how my dog was doing and I could tell he was having a great time. Brigid took care of my dog as one of my own, and to have the peace of mind that he was being taken good care of made the world of difference. I couldn’t recommend them more.
Lonnie and his family took great care of our Irish Doodle Brooklyn. She gets very anxious being away from us, but we could tell she was comfortable and happy in their care. We appreciated the daily pictures of her while we were gone! They communicated with us regularly which was also helpful in feeling at ease. We will continue to use their services! So glad we found them!
Rachel took great care of our golden retriever Sasha! She helped us out even if our request was last minute. Sasha had a good time and got a lot of attention during her stay. Rachel sent us great pictures keeping us updated on how Sasha’s day was going. We recommend Rachel to anyone who is in search of a good and attentive dog sitter.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Utica is $45
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Sitters in Utica average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Feb 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Utica is $45 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $315. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Utica dog boarding rates can be found as low as $28 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Feb 2026, 1,288 sitters provided dog boarding in Utica. 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, 88% of Utica dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Utica have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Utica.
Rover makes it easy to find Utica 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 1,288 dog boarding sitters in Utica on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Utica, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.
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