Dog Boarding in Waco
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“Thank you Todd and Jackie for taking such wonderful care of Lucky, Peanut, and Milo while we were away. It gave us such peace of mind knowing they were in your kind, capable hands—especially with Milo still adjusting to his new home. Your gentle approach and attention to detail, from feeding to playtime, made all the difference. We loved the updates and photos—it was clear they felt safe, loved, and happy. We’re so grateful for the care you gave. We’d love to have you watch our furry crew again!”

“Our dogs had a wonderful time at Andrea's! They had access to a dog door that made it even special for my dogs who love to chase squirrels! We enjoyed her so much that I ended up booking more days with her! Highly recommend! Thank you!”

“Jeannette is amazing with my dog! This was maybe the third or fourth time that she dog sat my baby and she takes great care of her and Sasha loves her so much!! I always have peace of mind whenever Sasha stays with Jeannette!”

“Laurinda watched my 1 year old Siberian husky Dyna and was AMAZING!! She watched her for two weeks and kept me updated with pictures on all their adventures! She took Dyna to the park and on nature trails daily, bathed her, trimmed her nails, made her home cooked dinners and treats, and socialized her with other dogs, cats, and kids (with my approval)! She also had great recommendations on products and foods that would be great for Dyna based on what she observed over the two weeks! Laurinda is also an amazing and kind soul and I would definitely bring my fur baby back to her next time I’m out of town!!”

“Our first time boarding with Dustin, and it was great! They’re super attentive to your dog’s needs and very hands on with care. Dustin really treats your dog like his own! Couldn’t have asked for a better Rover experience”

“I could not have found a better sitter for Cleo. She was very good with my baby girl, and sent me pictures daily to let me know how well she was doing. I will definitely be using Starlet again. Thank you Starlet♥️”

“Callie and her dogs are awesome! Our extra large lab and small puppy both had a total blast staying with them for a full week. They swam in the pool, played chase, ran in the field, chewed on bones, played tug-o-war... and loved it! Callie's home and backyard were truly the spa pet vacation. Callie and her dog Cocoa even let our lab sleep in Cocoa's bed. Callie continued the potty trainign with our puppy, and he came home having less accidents that than he did before his stay their. They were home away from home for sure. Thank you so much Callie for taking our boys in and caring for them so well!”

“Lindsey was amazing and super communicative. She was super nice and sweet with my girl. She sent lots of updates and pictures throughout Ariel’s stay. We will definitely be using Lindsey for future stays and highly recommended her to anyone.”

“I was so nervous since it’s my first time but she made me felt comfortable from the time of dropping my little baby girl off to thru out my trip to picking her up ! She kept me alert ans made my mind feel at ease. Coco was happy 🫶🏼”


About: I have worked with dogs for 15+ years. I am currently a professional trainer and behaviorist. I have been training for 3 years after attending Starmark Academy. I have worked in boarding/daycare facilities for 15 years. Luxury and plenty of attention is my specialty! I tried my hand at grooming but it wasn't my favorite. I do have different brushes for different coats so I am able to brush your pup. Hygiene is important! I have worked with hundreds of breeds of dogs along with special needs, seniors, and playful puppies as well. My days are nothing but dogs! I am home all the time. I wake up, let my dogs out, feed them, let them out again and then make sure they rest till their food digests. Then we have a 30-45 minute training session including play. They come inside and rest some more. I make pupsicles and let my dogs lick the spoon. We play some more. If there are no other dogs boarding with me, I love to take my dogs to the park, lake, or pet friendly store. It makes for excellent training, mental, and physical stimulation. We come home rest, eat, and the last few hours of the night they get their pupsicles and we go to bed. I have a fenced in backyard. If your dog can jump a 6 ft fence, I also have a 30ft and a 50ft long line to keep them on during outside time. This way they can still run around. I have 2 dogs myself and if your pup gets along with them they can play with 100% supervision from me, a certified professional trainer and behaviorist. If your dog isn't dog friendly, no problem! I do rotations with the dogs and if needed, will be walked through my house with a leash. Even if they are friendly, your dog still gets one on one time with me and time to take a break from my dogs. Your dog will always have a safe space, this is why I do require them to be kenneled in my house when I am gone or it's bedtime. It's their "bedroom," their space to decompress, and safety always comes first. For my senior dogs or dogs going through medical treatment, I do have a larger pen they can stay in if I have to leave the house to get groceries or do a private training session. I feed all dogs separately in their safe space and none of the dogs are allowed in each other's space. If you have two dogs, I do require them to be kenneled separately. They can be side by side but they must have their own kennel/crate.
“5 stars. Responded very quick, very nice and attentive, took amazing care of my 8month old puppy and my 10 year old lab they had a back yard to play in and bone marrow for lunch and he sent me multiple videos. 10/10 would recommend to anyone”

“Whitney and family are great! They will make your pet feel nice and at home. She even has cats that will be nice to your pooch. I have been wanting mine to have a positive cat experience and hers delivered.”

“Rebecca was very prompt in responding to my questions. This was my first time using Rover, and she made me feel at ease about dropping our fur baby off. Rebecca and Brady were accommodating for a last minute booking (even making time to meet before the drop-off) and even her sleeping arrangements! I cannot say enough about this experience. I highly Recommend using Rebecca and Brady! I will be booking them again in the future!”


“Sarah was an excellent caregiver to my geriatric dog. I was really impressed with the attention towards my dog and the daily updates. My dog seemed super happy and I would highly recommend Sarah :)”
About: I have cared for animals my whole life in a variety of settings. I grew up with small, medium, and large dogs and experienced dogs at every stage of life. Since recently moving to Waco for graduate school, I have volunteered 20+ hours at the pet shelter, Pet Circle, working with shelter dogs and even fostering one dog in the short-term. I truly care about all animals and want to help them find and maintain loving and safe homes. From newborn puppies to seniors, large active dogs to small lap dogs, rescuing strays to dog sitting, working with shelter dogs to a mascot, caring for my own dogs to fostering, I have cared for dogs in nearly every setting possible. For the previous four years, I have house-sat for cat and dog households in houses and apartments. I tailor my care to each individual dog, including 30+ minute walks or runs for active dogs, tending to seniors who need oral medications and gentle care, and channeling puppy energy productively. For boarding, I currently live alone in a pet-friendly apartment with no current pets of my own, perfect for dogs who are shy around other pets or children, or those who simply want to be the center of my attention! Caring for pets has always been a part of my life. I'd love the opportunity to lovingly care for your pets! As a current graduate student with a part-time job, I must leave my apartment for 2-5 hours at least once per week day. However, I ensure at least one walk in the morning, midday, and evening per day and 5-6 walks/potty breaks along with a few hours to play in my apartment. Weekends I have more time to devote to your pet. Below breaks down the specifics of my weekly schedule and the expected boarding activity schedule: (**When I am away from my apartment and after the last walk of the evening, your pet will be kenneled. The duration of each walk is 20 minutes to 40 minutes. The duration of each long walk is 40 minutes to over an hour. The duration of a potty break is roughly 5 to 15 minutes. Indoor play time refers to unkenneled, supervised time for your dog to play by itself or with me, or spend time being pet by me.) Monday. Class: 9:15 a.m.-12:05 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.-8:20 p.m. Activity Schedule: one morning walk (7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.), two to three afternoon walks/potty breaks and indoor play time (12:30 p.m.-5 p.m.), and two evening walks/potty breaks (9 p.m.-11 p.m.). Tuesday. Class: 8 a.m.-9:20 p.m. Activity Schedule: one morning walk (6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m.), one long midday walk (11 a.m.), 3-4 evening walks/potty breaks and indoor play time (2 p.m. - 11 p.m.). Wednesday. Work: 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. Activity Schedule: one morning walk (7:30-8:30 a.m.), one to two midday walks/potty breaks and indoor play time (10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.), three evening walks/potty breaks and indoor play time (4:30 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.). Thursday. Class: 8 a.m.-9:20 a.m. and 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m. Work: 2 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Activity Schedule: one morning walk (6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m.), one short midmorning potty break (optional depending upon animal needs, 9:40 a.m.-10:30 a.m.), one short afternoon walk (12:40 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.), two evening walks and indoor play time (7:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.). Friday. Class: 11:15 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Activity Schedule: one morning walk (7:30 a.m.), indoor play time and one midmorning walk (8:30 a.m.- 10:00 a.m.), one long afternoon walk (2:40 p.m.), two to three evening walks/potty breaks and indoor play time (4 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.). Saturday. No Class. Activity Schedule. Flexible according to errand needs. Pets will be given at least 5+ hours of indoor play time, and 5-6 walks/potty breaks throughout the day. One long walk will occur during the day around the surrounding neighborhood, or, given owner's permission, in Woodway Park. Sunday. Personal Time Away: 9 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Activity Schedule: one to two morning walks/potty break (7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.), four to five afternoon/evening walks/potty breaks, and indoor play time (12:30 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.). Likely one long walk will occur in the afternoon around the surrounding neighborhood, or, given the owner's permission, in Woodway Park. I live alone in a one-bedroom, pet-friendly apartment with no pets, offering a safe, indoor environment where your dog can be the center of my attention and have their own space. My apartment offers easy outdoor access with a fair amount of green space, perfect for taking your dog on walks and for potty breaks. Additionally, my apartment is a stone's throw from Baylor, so long walks are readily available if your pup requires them. When boarding or housesitting, I ensure dogs receive frequent potty breaks/walks (at least once every 2-5 hours), physical affection, and human play time, depending on each pet's unique needs. My care can change to fit your pet's regular schedule, activity, and diet. For boarding, I require kennel-trained dogs when I am away from home, and I can provide a kennel for a small to medium-sized dog. Likewise, I require the owner to drop off sufficient dog food for the duration of the stay with their pet. Other toys, bowls, beds and leashes are welcome, but not required.

“Sheryl was an awesome care giver for our miniature Schnauzer, we were away for the long weekend and our 5 month old puppy stayed with her and her family, he was well taken care of, and happy when we picked him up. She kept us updated with pictures of him, I'm glad we found her for future overnight stays.”

Over 1,376 pet parents in Waco have booked dog boarding
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Niaema and her partner are the sweetest! Our dog Rocco loves it there and they have the most adorable furbabies. They were so understanding with my booking mistake and still took Rocco in even when it was inconvenient for their plans which I appreciate so much. Booking again in the future❤️

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Waco is $35
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Sitters in Waco average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jan 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Waco is $35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Waco dog boarding rates can be found as low as $22 to as high as $46 per night.
As of Jan 2026, 86 sitters provided dog boarding in Waco. 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, 98% of Waco dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Waco.
Rover makes it easy to find Waco 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 86 dog boarding sitters in Waco on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific 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.






