Dog Boarding in Waconia
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Top rated Waconia dog boarders
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Our dog had a great stay with Vanessa and Andrew’s family. I got a bunch of pictures, great communication and a happy dog when I picked her up. We will be back soon! Thank you!!”
“Austin and Cassie were so great! Bailey felt right at home with them and their daughter. She was able to run around outside with their dogs and she loved that! They sent multiple pictures throughout the day and sent updates on how she was doing. We couldn’t have asked for better care for our dog!”
“This was first time we left Lily with someone and she is only a year old and we rescued her at 5 months. Emma did great and got Lily to settle down and enjoy playing with Emma’s dog. Would use her sgain”
“Our Daisy loved staying 3 nights with this kind, and attentive family. We appreciated the daily photos and easy communication. She misses her furry friends already. We hope to have another stay there in the future!”
“Kristen and family cared for our Golden Retriever, Rookie so well while we were away! It was comforting knowing that he was in good hands the whole time. Rookie was nice and tired when he got home too so I know that he had fun with some impromptu dog playing of which he loves. Every time we got a picture sent to us, we all raced to see what he was doing and he always looked happy. We have already rebooked for when we will be gone again in the future. Thank you Kristen and Fam!”
“Karen and her family were great! Maisy was treated like part of their family. She had space to run and play outside and inside she looked very comfortable. Lots of pictures and videos were shared. Thanks for the great care Maisy received!”
“Great experience. Bethany was very accommodating - Ace can be nervous and this was his first time being boarded. Communications were excellent and we received many pictures. Thank you!”
“Kyle was really great with my dog, Frida. He was very welcoming and kept her busy with walks and drives to the pet store. He also has a very nice backyard for the dogs to play. 5 stars!”
“Kona had a great stay with Brittany. She was responsive when we missed Kona and needed a photo or two and she had great communication about each day. I would recommend her to friends.”
“Catherine was great! This was Orca’s first time boarding with someone he was unfamiliar with. She did a great job making Orca feel comfortable. He had some separation anxiety and she navigated it very well. Her updates and photos made my vacation that much more relaxing, as I knew he was in good hands.”
“Andrew and his family were absolutely amazing. We loved receiving daily updates and pictures of Gumbo during his visit. We will always use Andrew for our future trips if he is available. If I could give 10 stars I would! ?”
“Kyle was amazing. He took Rambo for boarding at short notice and kept us updated with pictures. Our dog had a great time and hesitated for a second to leave when I went to pick him up ;) I highly recommend Kyle and would definitely use his services again!”
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Hannah W.
Star Sitter
“This family is so wonderful! It’s a blessing to leave our girl in their care knowing we do not have to worry about her when we are away. We are so thankful!”
Vanessa & Andrew H.Star Sitter
“Our dog had a great stay with Vanessa and Andrew’s family. I got a bunch of pictures, great communication and a happy dog when I picked her up. We will be back soon! Thank you!!”
Dayjah H.Star Sitter
“Dayjah took great care of our 1 year old crazy lab pup! She sent us lots of pictures of our dog which we liked! Will definitely use her again!”
Austin & Cassie K.
“Austin and Cassie were so great! Bailey felt right at home with them and their daughter. She was able to run around outside with their dogs and she loved that! They sent multiple pictures throughout the day and sent updates on how she was doing. We couldn’t have asked for better care for our dog!”
Ashley & Christian D.Star Sitter
“It was clear my dog was well cared for while he stayed at their home. They gave lots of updates and I was able to travel without concern for my pet.”
Emma M.Star Sitter
“This was first time we left Lily with someone and she is only a year old and we rescued her at 5 months. Emma did great and got Lily to settle down and enjoy playing with Emma’s dog. Would use her sgain”
Kimberly T.
“Our Daisy loved staying 3 nights with this kind, and attentive family. We appreciated the daily photos and easy communication. She misses her furry friends already. We hope to have another stay there in the future!”
Kate & John B.Star Sitter
“Kate and John took such great care of Zohan! They provided lots of great updates throughout the weekend. Zohan had a great time! We’ll definitely book again.”
Kristen L.Star Sitter
“Kristen and family cared for our Golden Retriever, Rookie so well while we were away! It was comforting knowing that he was in good hands the whole time. Rookie was nice and tired when he got home too so I know that he had fun with some impromptu dog playing of which he loves. Every time we got a picture sent to us, we all raced to see what he was doing and he always looked happy. We have already rebooked for when we will be gone again in the future. Thank you Kristen and Fam!”
Kj S.Star Sitter
“Karen and her family were great! Maisy was treated like part of their family. She had space to run and play outside and inside she looked very comfortable. Lots of pictures and videos were shared. Thanks for the great care Maisy received!”
Bethany S.Star Sitter
“Great experience. Bethany was very accommodating - Ace can be nervous and this was his first time being boarded. Communications were excellent and we received many pictures. Thank you!”
Natalie & Paul B.Star Sitter
“Provided really good care for my dog Shelly. Provided photos and updates. Loved that there was a fenced in yard so Shelly could be out each day.”
Kyle J.Star Sitter
“Kyle was really great with my dog, Frida. He was very welcoming and kept her busy with walks and drives to the pet store. He also has a very nice backyard for the dogs to play. 5 stars!”
Brittany M.Star Sitter
“Kona had a great stay with Brittany. She was responsive when we missed Kona and needed a photo or two and she had great communication about each day. I would recommend her to friends.”
Catherine F.
“Catherine was great! This was Orca’s first time boarding with someone he was unfamiliar with. She did a great job making Orca feel comfortable. He had some separation anxiety and she navigated it very well. Her updates and photos made my vacation that much more relaxing, as I knew he was in good hands.”
Amelia B.Star Sitter
“Betty had a great time, she came home happy! We were very thankful to find a great doggy caregiver! Thank you, Amelia, we will be using you again!!!”
Andrew H.Star Sitter
“Andrew and his family were absolutely amazing. We loved receiving daily updates and pictures of Gumbo during his visit. We will always use Andrew for our future trips if he is available. If I could give 10 stars I would! ?”
Kristina W.Star Sitter
“Kristina did a wonderful job watching our golden retriever. She was very quick to communicate and made sure to keep us updated throughout the visit.”
Beth C.Star Sitter
“Luna had a great time. We got a lot of pictures that eased our minds. Beth kept us informed on she was doing. Thanks for talking care of her.”
Kyle T.Star Sitter
“Kyle was amazing. He took Rambo for boarding at short notice and kept us updated with pictures. Our dog had a great time and hesitated for a second to leave when I went to pick him up ;) I highly recommend Kyle and would definitely use his services again!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Waconia 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 Waconia dog boarding rates can be found as low as $32 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 616 sitters provided dog boarding in Waconia. 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, 91% of Waconia dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Waconia have an average of 19 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 Waconia.
Rover makes it easy to find Waconia 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 616 dog boarding sitters in Waconia on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Waconia, 99% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% 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.
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