Dog Boarding Waltham Highlands
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“Lee and family were amazing with our dog! Great communication and he was very comfortable with them. We already have our next stay scheduled! Highly recommend. Thanks for taking such good care of him!”
“Brianne took wonderful care of our minipoodle, Percy. She was very easy to reach and flexible when the snow storm through off our schedule, which was helpful. We will definitely reach out again!”
“Sean was fantastic with our dogs. Quick communication to accommodate a last minute booking, friendly, and kept us in the loop while we were away. The pups were good and tuckered out when we got them home. We’d definitely book with him again.”
“Dusty had a great time with Julie, and she was terrific. Warm and caring, really great communication throughout Dusty’s stay, which is always much appreciated. Flexible and understanding on a traffic delay I had coming to get her. Would definitely have Dusty stay again and highly recommend to anyone else looking for quality care for your pup!”
“I cannot say enough good things about this family and their care of Sadie. We were in a tough spot and ar 8pm the night before we left on vacation she had an emergency procedure which required extra care, medicine, and monitoring. They stepped up and took care of all of it, sending us pictures daily to show how she was healing, etc. And a lovely family with kids with love dogs. Highly recommend.”
“Aspen was so well cared for! We loved the pictures and updates throughout the weekend. Aspen was cared for as if we left her with family. So grateful for Tomoe and her family.”
“Natasha and her husband are phenomenal!! Incredibly responsible and genuine. They took such great care of our little girl. Her weekend included all of all her favorite things - walks, adventures to coffee shops with friends, mental stimulation, cuddling on the couch, even tooth brushing! I received frequent updates and could tell Poppy was having a great time and in great care, which I am so grateful for! Would definitely recommend Natasha and hope to call on her whenever we need a Boston sitter in the future!!”
“Frodo had a great stay- enjoyed playing with the hosts' dogs, I got great pictures and video updates, easy to communicate with. Would absolutely use again.”
About: I have over 10 years of experience caring for and walking dogs of family and friends. I have also cared for puppies and animals with disabilities. I work from home and have the flexibility to make my own schedule on most weekdays. Afternoons are preferable for dog walking, though I can usually make accommodations for AM walks as well. I will mainly be offering dog walking services, so caring for the animals in my home will likely not be required. However, if a client needs at home care, I am willing to be flexible, depending on their preferences.
“Linda was super nice with Aloe. She kept us up to date with how she was doing. We know Aloe sometimes can be too much, but we were impressed how Linda was able to become her friend in such a short time. Aloe was in great hands I would strongly recommend Linda and will don't think twice in asking her again to take care of our little one. 10/10”
“Emma was wonderful with Ollie, sending lots of updates and pictures each day. He settled right in and had a great time with lots of personal attention. I’ll definitely rebook with Emma!”
“Tiffany took SUCH great care of our puppy. We dropped off our very energetic 8 month old with Tiffany for a weekend while we went out of town and we knew our pup was in great hands. This was our first time leaving her with a sitter so we were unsure what to expect. Tiffany made us feel so confident and comfy and sent lots of pics. She clearly knows what she’s doing and truly loves dogs.”
“Hanna and her Mom were great with our pugs. They sent pictures and updates when requested. Our dogs seemed happy and healthy when we picked them up. Thank you so much!”
“Maddy was so wonderful with my dog Jester!! We got tons of pictures and videos and you could tell how happy Jester was staying there. I was assured the whole time that my dog was well taken care of. We will use her again!”
“Our dog Gus has stayed with Sue many times and he absolutely adores her! Almost as much as we do :) She is amazing with him and we always know he’s in great hands when he spends time at her house.”
About: Experienced doggy daycare attendant since 2024. Knowledgeable on dog body language, dog nutrition, administering medication and keeping dogs safe and happy! I have transportation and I am able to take care of your pet in your home or in mine! I currently work at a doggy daycare!! I am able to take your dog with me to play and have potty breaks when the daycare dogs are inside! (Unless they are already attending the daycare they will not be meeting or mixed in with the dogs that do attend) I have two cats who have their own floor of my house, they love doggy companions (if your dog prefers no cat interactions they won’t see them) I love taking long walks around quiet neighborhood, i’d love your dog to join me!
“Holly was wonderful! Milo had a great stay with Holly and her family, and loved the company of her adorable doodle River. She sent daily photos and was very easy to communicate with. I felt at ease knowing that Milo was well taken care of. Highly recommend!”
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Elaine is awesome! We recently went overseas and were honestly pretty nervous about leaving Gavin for that long, but she completely put our minds at ease. She’s super responsive, responsible, professional, sent consistent and amazing pictures throughout the stay, and is just overall friendly and easy to work with. We also really appreciated her flexibility in coming to pick him up so we could focus on getting ready for the trip. Very happy with the stay—and so was Gavin. We’ve been looking for a go-to sitter for a while now, and Elaine is definitely at the top of that list!
Zach is an excellent dog sitter! He watched our 7-year-old dog for an extended stay, making sure he got plenty of great walks and enrichment time. Our dog now treats Zach like a friend. Zach is responsible, engaging, and kept us constantly updated on how things were going. We will definitely be booking with Zach again in the future!
Elizabeth and John were absolutely amazing! ❤️ They are both incredibly kind, caring, and attentive. They made sure Barney felt comfortable, loved, and well taken care of the entire time. Honestly, I don’t think he even noticed we were gone! 😂 We couldn’t have asked for better sitters and will definitely be bringing Barney back! Highly recommend!
He is so Amazing with my boy! Smokey is in love with François! He was Comfortable with him instantaneously and I can tell he wanted to stay a while longer! François is so attentive and takes scenic long walks with Smokey, and I know Smokey loved cuddling and sight seeing with François!
Mary was wonderful with Coco! I was able to enjoy my time away with my son, knowing Coco was in such caring and capable hands. It gave me real peace of mind knowing she was well cared for, happy, and having a great time with Mary. I truly appreciate her kindness, reliability, and the love she showed Coco. I would absolutely recommend Mary to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring to look after their pet!
Yulia cared for our puppy while we traveled. It was his first time away from home. She was very attentive and loving with him. She answered my emails promptly and seemed very tuned into his needs. She very graciously helped with pick and transport to his next caretaker, which was very appreciated. I will definitely have our pup return again.
This is my second time leaving my pup with Hong and exactly the same as the first go, he did an excellent job with Sydney, taking her on nature walks, keeping her mentally engaged with puzzle games, and just overall caring for her like she were his own. He sent pictures and messages every day and is consistently responsive and thorough. I live 30+ minutes away and still check Hong's availability first if I ever need help with Syd - he's just that amazing of a sitter! Literally a godsend. Thank you, Hong! Syd misses her vacation at your house already!
Samuel and his wife took a great care of our dog while we were enjoying vacation! Rex returned happy and loved, and a bit spoiled:). I can tell from his smiling pictures that he was enjoying his time with this very nice couple! Thank you Sam and Morgan! We definitely will come back!
We love to travel, so finding a sitter who truly loves having our dog was very important to us. Hope is exactly the person we were looking for! She loves our dog, Louie, and Louie adores her, too. Louie has a delicate digestive system (pancreatic issue) and needs medication with every meal. If he doesn't take his meds properly, he loses weight and gets sick very quickly. In the past, when we left Louie with other sitters, we would come back to find that he had lost weight and had stomach issues. This time with Hope, he was completely healthy and thriving! Also, usually when a dog gets stressed, they chug water as soon as their owners return. Louie didn't do that at all this time—he was super relaxed and actually seemed to miss Hope! We will definitely bring Louie to visit Hope again and look forward to booking her for our next trip. Thank you so much, Hope, we deeply appreciate your wonderful care for Louie!
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
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.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Waltham Highlands home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Waltham Highlands.
Tip: 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 Waltham Highlands 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 Rover Guarantee, 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.
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 MA 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.
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