Dog Boarding in Washington, DC
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Top rated Washington, D.C. dog boarders
“Cynthia is absolutely lovely, her home is lovely, her dog Crisco is a sweetie and I’m so glad I trusted her to care for my pup. 20/10 would book again.”
“Emily is an amazing sitter and my pup had the best time at her place!! Emily was super communicative and sent the cutest picture updates. I knew my pup was in a safe a loving home and will definitely be booking Emily again the next time I need a sitter.”
“I needed 5 hours of dog care for my newly rescued senior Pomeranian and I’m so grateful to have found Donna. Donna provided a calm and caring environment for my dog to feel comfortable and relaxed, and they took a 20 minute walk together. Thank you so much, Donna!”
“Amanda and Max did such an amazing job taking care of Buster! Sent so many pictures and videos and kept me updated throughout Buster’s time with them. They were also so accommodating with his pick up since our flight got delayed! 10/10 we will be using their services again in the future!”
“My two dogs seemed to do very well when they stayed with Supon. They were relaxed and happy when they returned home. I was impressed with his communication about them when I was away but also by his level of caring about them. I will definitely use him the next time I need a dog sitter.”
“Sabrina was wonderful with our timid 4yo pup. Her calm demeanor put him (and us) at ease as he’s not accustomed to being away from us very often. We’re so glad to have been matched with her and would definitely entrust our pup with her again.”
“So grateful for Kerstyn to take our Charlie last minute. Our dog got along great with hers! I feel bad my she took such good care of her on walks and lots of snuggles. Will use again!”
“Zuleirys was AMAZING with our puppy! She send constant updates with pictures and you could tell our puppy was having a great time. She even helped us out when our flight got cancelled and we needed her to keep our puppy for an extra night. Great communication and great with dogs!”
“Elizabeth did a great job making friends with my nervous dog, and sent regular updates. I could tell right away that she knows how to interact with a wide range of dogs and made sure mine was comforted during a nighttime thunder storm. Definitely will be booking with her again.”
“Have used Malvi & Andrej several times to board Sadie while I've been away on long trips. This was the longest I've left her - 10 days - and they did an amazing job as expected, including navigating hiccups from difficult weather. They continue to amaze me with their attentiveness to Sadie's needs and their superb communication. Am so grateful to have found such great caretakers who treat Sadie like their own. Thank you!”
“Pancho had a great time with Mac and came home much more relaxed than from visits with other dog sitters. Mac was very easy to work with and provided daily photos. She was flexible when our return flight was delayed. I couldn't ask for a better dog sitter and hope to book her again next time I travel.”
“Beth was great!! Finn really seemed to enjoy his time with her! She was also super flexible in keeping him an extra night when our plans changed around. Thank you!”
“I can't say enough good things about Frida! She did a fantastic job watching my dog, Titan. She sent me regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. Titan was clearly well-cared for and happy when I picked them up. I highly recommend Frida and will definitely be booking with them again!”
“Sky was extremely detail oriented with instructions for my dog Frankie and went above and beyond when he had some stomach issues. I would leave my pup with her again and would recommend her to anyone looking for great dog care. Amazing experience with Sky, she was very diligent with sending updates which I appreciate so much while I was away. Thanks again!”
“Morgan was great! Very prompt and responsive, asked thoughtful questions, and was very careful to get our girl settled in and safely introduced to Winnie. She agreed to pick up and drop off our dog and that went super smoothly; she sent lots of pictures and our pup had a great time hanging out with her & Winnie and was clearly comfortable and happy.”
“Briana was fantastic! She was so warm and welcoming to our Emma. She was very communicative and sent lots of photos. Emma came back happy. We will definitely ask Briana to care for Emma again.”
“Alex and Daniel were wonderful to work with! They kindly gave us updates on our dog while she was with them and it really seemed like she warmed up to them quickly. We are so greatful to have met them and we look forward to working with them in the future.”
“Lia was so attentive to my dog Violet! So great to know she was in such good hands, Lia asked great questions and clearly cared to make Violet comfortable and happy during her stay.”
“What a treat to leave town and know our (slightly high maintenance) canine companion was loved and well cared for over the week. We left well-followed care instructions and received reassuring photos and texts daily. Would highly recommend this experienced and dedicated Rover Sitter!!”
Over 31,061 pet parents in Washington, D.C. have booked dog boarding
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Washington, D.C. is $50
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Sitters in Washington, D.C. average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Nov 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Washington, D.C. is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Washington, D.C. dog boarding rates can be found as low as $30 to as high as $72 per night.
As of Nov 2025, 7,463 sitters provided dog boarding in Washington, D.C.. 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, 90% of Washington, D.C. dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Washington, D.C. have an average of 15 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 Washington, D.C..
Rover makes it easy to find Washington, D.C. 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 7,463 dog boarding sitters in Washington, D.C. on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Washington, D.C., 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 95% 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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