Dog Boarding in Walcott, IA
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“I love how Sherry sent pictures and videos of our dog while he was staying with her. It definitely seemed like he had a great time! I felt very comfortable with leaving him in her hands. 100% recommend!”


“Darcie was an outstanding caregiver for our dogs and is also an excellent communicator. She went above and beyond sending regular updates and photos during boarding. I would recommend her for anyone!”



“Wow! We can't say enough about the fantastic stay our dogs had with Samantha and Sarah last month. We booked with Samantha nearly a year ago in preparation for our wedding in the Quad Cities. My partner and I live out of state, and knew we would want to have the pups close by (but not with us) during the days leading up to our event. Samantha responded quickly and courteously to all of our questions and even allowed us to adjust the reservation twice (!) due to changes in our plans. One of our dogs has a food allergy, and Samantha assured us that it wouldn't be an issue to keep him away from other dogs' food during his stay. The drop-off went smoothly and, based on the pictures we saw, it looks like our dogs had an awesome week with Samantha, Sarah, and their dogs. We received messages and update photos every day of the reservation - often multiple photos at once (which my partner loved)! We called in advance of pick-up and Samantha had the dogs ready to go when we arrived. They both looked healthy and happy, and slept like rocks for the three hour drive back to Chicago. :) We will definitely be booking with Samantha next time we are in the QCA! Thank you so much!!”



“We had Gunnar stay with Genna and her family for the first time this week and we were very happy with him staying there and will definitely be using her in the future. We loved all the updates we received when he was there and he loved playing with their dog, Maddox. It's so nice to have no worries about your dogs when you are traveling or can't be home.”


“We couldn't be happier with the care and attention our girl Callie received from Heather and her boyfriend. The 5 day visit consisted of belly rubs, cuddling, and walks in the park, and Heather sent updates, and photos at least twice a day. We will definitely be booking with Heather for future trips, and we highly recommend her, and her boyfriend. Such nice people and so obviously in love with the furbabies in their care! Thank you both so much!”


“Andrea was a great host to our KoKo. She kept us in the know with status updates as well as pictures. We contacted her last minute, but her communication and willingness to serve was evident as we came up with time lines that worked for her and us. 10/10. Andrea will get our service in the future.”


“Kathleen took great care of Poppy. She gave him tons of walks and love and even introduced him to her friends. She went above and beyond feeding Poppy healthy food that she purchased herself. Kathleen sent Poppy home clean after giving him a bath. None of this was requested. This shows the love she pours into the animals she cares for. A++.”


“Lars loves to stay with Erica & Kora! We feel confident that he will be well taken care of while we travel when he is able to stay with Erica. You won’t regret boarding with her!”


“Carol was so kind and warm and my sweet Daphne felt very at home with her and Shorty while we traveled. I appreciated that she did a meet and greet beforehand and that she sent photo updates while we were away. When our return flights were delayed, Carol was gracious and flexible about the extra time. I feel lucky to have found such a great person and petsitter.”


“Corinna was awesome! Everything went perfectly from the initial conversation to plan Max’s drop-off all the way until pickup. Corinna was attentive to all of Max’s special needs, she was very accommodating & had a wonderful set-up for Max to feel comfortable. She also had excellent communication skills, providing many photos & updates throughout his stay. I highly recommend Corinna. A++”


“Cathleen was great at communicating and great with the dogs. She’s a natural with them and her dog Thor is a big ol’ sweetheart. My dogs took to Cathleen’s backyard so quickly. It was a great space. I would definitely book with her again.”


“Luna had a great time at Terry’s with his other pups. It was nice to know she was in good hands and good company while we were out town. I will gladly have Terry watch her again next time we need someone!”


“Emily and her family did an outstanding job of caring for Rizzo. He was having such a fun time, he didn’t want to leave. We’ll definitely be using Emily to care for Rizzo in the future .”


“I left my dogs for the first time over Christmas. My very excitable, stage-one clinger (GSD) was calm and happy when I picked her up which indicates that she was feeling very relaxed during her stay. It was a great experience. I highly recommend Jake and his family.”


“Our two dogs stayed with Anna for a week while we traveled internationally and had limited opportunity to communicate because we were staying someplace remote. My fiancé particularly interacted with her in person while I handled the Rover end of things, but from my interactions with Anna via Rover and from what my fiancé said about what he witnessed, we love her. She was extremely accommodating and the dogs seemed to have a fantastic time. She seemed to love having them around and I felt comfortable not being in constant contact with her because I truly felt that the dogs were well cared for and happy. We’ve had some questionable Rover stays in the past so Anna was a breath of fresh air. We will definitely try and book with her again.”


“Joe was really great with my dog who has separation anxiety. He took the time to let her get comfortable and trust him. He also checked in throughout, which gave us peace of mind!”

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Sherry Plath O.Star Sitter

“I love how Sherry sent pictures and videos of our dog while he was staying with her. It definitely seemed like he had a great time! I felt very comfortable with leaving him in her hands. 100% recommend!”


Darcie M.
Star Sitter


“Darcie was an outstanding caregiver for our dogs and is also an excellent communicator. She went above and beyond sending regular updates and photos during boarding. I would recommend her for anyone!”




Samantha V.


“Wow! We can't say enough about the fantastic stay our dogs had with Samantha and Sarah last month. We booked with Samantha nearly a year ago in preparation for our wedding in the Quad Cities. My partner and I live out of state, and knew we would want to have the pups close by (but not with us) during the days leading up to our event. Samantha responded quickly and courteously to all of our questions and even allowed us to adjust the reservation twice (!) due to changes in our plans. One of our dogs has a food allergy, and Samantha assured us that it wouldn't be an issue to keep him away from other dogs' food during his stay. The drop-off went smoothly and, based on the pictures we saw, it looks like our dogs had an awesome week with Samantha, Sarah, and their dogs. We received messages and update photos every day of the reservation - often multiple photos at once (which my partner loved)! We called in advance of pick-up and Samantha had the dogs ready to go when we arrived. They both looked healthy and happy, and slept like rocks for the three hour drive back to Chicago. :) We will definitely be booking with Samantha next time we are in the QCA! Thank you so much!!”




Genna M.
Star Sitter


“We had Gunnar stay with Genna and her family for the first time this week and we were very happy with him staying there and will definitely be using her in the future. We loved all the updates we received when he was there and he loved playing with their dog, Maddox. It's so nice to have no worries about your dogs when you are traveling or can't be home.”


Heather J.
Star Sitter


“We couldn't be happier with the care and attention our girl Callie received from Heather and her boyfriend. The 5 day visit consisted of belly rubs, cuddling, and walks in the park, and Heather sent updates, and photos at least twice a day. We will definitely be booking with Heather for future trips, and we highly recommend her, and her boyfriend. Such nice people and so obviously in love with the furbabies in their care! Thank you both so much!”


Yuliia B.

“Yuliia is responsive, kind, and a great care giver! My pup had great stay with her and we will definitely book with her again. Thank you Yuliia!”


Andrea L.

“Andrea was a great host to our KoKo. She kept us in the know with status updates as well as pictures. We contacted her last minute, but her communication and willingness to serve was evident as we came up with time lines that worked for her and us. 10/10. Andrea will get our service in the future.”


Katelyn L.

“Katelyn was so great with my nervous dog and she was very accommodating to some unforeseen circumstances 😅 We will definitely work with her again !”


Kathleen M.

“Kathleen took great care of Poppy. She gave him tons of walks and love and even introduced him to her friends. She went above and beyond feeding Poppy healthy food that she purchased herself. Kathleen sent Poppy home clean after giving him a bath. None of this was requested. This shows the love she pours into the animals she cares for. A++.”


Jill M.

“Jill did a great job for us. She responded promptly and kept us informed about how our dog was doing. He seemed happy with her and came home in great shape!”


Erica A.

“Lars loves to stay with Erica & Kora! We feel confident that he will be well taken care of while we travel when he is able to stay with Erica. You won’t regret boarding with her!”


Carol S.Star Sitter

“Carol was so kind and warm and my sweet Daphne felt very at home with her and Shorty while we traveled. I appreciated that she did a meet and greet beforehand and that she sent photo updates while we were away. When our return flights were delayed, Carol was gracious and flexible about the extra time. I feel lucky to have found such a great person and petsitter.”


Corinna S.

“Corinna was awesome! Everything went perfectly from the initial conversation to plan Max’s drop-off all the way until pickup. Corinna was attentive to all of Max’s special needs, she was very accommodating & had a wonderful set-up for Max to feel comfortable. She also had excellent communication skills, providing many photos & updates throughout his stay. I highly recommend Corinna. A++”


Cathleen H.

“Cathleen was great at communicating and great with the dogs. She’s a natural with them and her dog Thor is a big ol’ sweetheart. My dogs took to Cathleen’s backyard so quickly. It was a great space. I would definitely book with her again.”


Morgan B.

“Russell had a great time staying with Morgan. Great communication. Easy to deal with. We'll definitely use again. Thanks!”


terry h.

“Luna had a great time at Terry’s with his other pups. It was nice to know she was in good hands and good company while we were out town. I will gladly have Terry watch her again next time we need someone!”


Emily F.Star Sitter

“Emily and her family did an outstanding job of caring for Rizzo. He was having such a fun time, he didn’t want to leave. We’ll definitely be using Emily to care for Rizzo in the future .”


Jake S.

“I left my dogs for the first time over Christmas. My very excitable, stage-one clinger (GSD) was calm and happy when I picked her up which indicates that she was feeling very relaxed during her stay. It was a great experience. I highly recommend Jake and his family.”


Anna-Lena D.

“Our two dogs stayed with Anna for a week while we traveled internationally and had limited opportunity to communicate because we were staying someplace remote. My fiancé particularly interacted with her in person while I handled the Rover end of things, but from my interactions with Anna via Rover and from what my fiancé said about what he witnessed, we love her. She was extremely accommodating and the dogs seemed to have a fantastic time. She seemed to love having them around and I felt comfortable not being in constant contact with her because I truly felt that the dogs were well cared for and happy. We’ve had some questionable Rover stays in the past so Anna was a breath of fresh air. We will definitely try and book with her again.”


Joe H.

“Joe was really great with my dog who has separation anxiety. He took the time to let her get comfortable and trust him. He also checked in throughout, which gave us peace of mind!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Walcott is $38 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $266. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Walcott dog boarding rates can be found as low as $27 to as high as $27 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 91 sitters provided dog boarding in Walcott. 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, 93% of Walcott dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Walcott have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Walcott.
Rover makes it easy to find Walcott 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 91 dog boarding sitters in Walcott on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Walcott, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
