Dog Boarding in Washington, DC
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Top rated Washington, D.C. dog boarders
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Katherin is wonderful! Very friendly and attentive. She took great care of my dog and was very communicative and regularly sent pictures with updates. My dog enjoyed their weekend together, highly recommend booking with Katherin!”
“Sky was great. She accepted a pretty last minute booking request for me and was very communicative. She sent updates and pictures/videos every couple hours. I would use here again!”
“Zuleirys was amazing with Charlie! Very responsive and easy to talk to, and I know Charlie had a great time with her. I would definitely leave Charlie with her again!”
“Frida and Charlie were wonderful caretakers for my little pup. Frida was immediately responsive with texts and pics during Bailey’s stay. I often got more than one update a day! I look forward to more adventures knowing that Bailey will be well taken care of”
“Lia’s communication is always on point! Charlie and I recently moved to DC and looking for a new sitter. Lia was honestly the best sitter for Charlie! She went above and beyond for Charlie even accommodated to his spoiled picky eating behavior 😂. Honestly I want to gate keep Lia but I think everyone deserves to have a sitter like her.”
“Briane was fabulous to work with. We had an unexpected family need requiring help with our dog and Briane was so helpful in making our complicated arrangements. Our pup seemed to have a wonderful stay and we received photo updates along the way. Will definitely use again!”
“Our dog had a great stay with Tyler and his family. We couldn't be more pleased. We will definitely ask Tyler to take our dog any time we need to be away. Thank you Tyler.”
“Erika was really fast with responding and it seemed like Melon had a great time at her place! Her neighborhood is lovely and she gave my dog plenty of walks.”
“Abigail took great care of our aging fur baby. We really appreciated the regular updates and photos. We definitely plan to reach out to her for future dogsitting!”
“Diana and her family are amazing! They were so loving towards my dog, sent updates/pictures, and were flexible with my travel plans. I would happily book with them again. 😍”
“Pacho had a great time with Nico and his pup Ube! This was my first time using Rover, so I was a little apprehensive, but Nico made us feel so comfortable! He was very responsive and made sure he was equipped with all the info he needed before we went on vacation -- made it seamless while we were away. We received pictures or videos everyday, and there was great communication for pick up. We're relieved to have found someone to watch Pacho and I'm sure Pacho will miss Ube until next time!”
“This was our pup's third stay with Cynthia, and as we pulled up to drop her off, she was wagging her tail with excitement! She knew she was going to have lots of fun! We loved seeing pictures of fun trips to the dog park and relaxing times at the house. Great care, great communication!”
“Bridgid was phenomenal. Our dog is standoffish with new people, but by the end of two days with Bridgid he didn’t want to leaver her. Her years of dog ownership really show and she projects calm, confidence, and flexibility. She handled a complex med schedule like a champ and truly went above and beyond. She may be new to Rover, but don’t let that fool you - she is truly one of the best you will find.”
“Beth took excellent care of our ~14 year old diabetic dog while we went away for a long weekend and was able to give her twice daily insulin shots. Even better, she lives 2 blocks from us, making the whole thing super easy and convenient. I'm sure Piggy appreciated being at home in her own neighborhood. 14/10, would do again! Thank you Beth!”
“Jasmine and Stormi were great with Roxy. Roxy was transitioning between dog foods during her stay and Jasmine handled it like a pro. I would highly recommend Jasmine for your next trip.”
“We’re so glad Sammy got to stay with Roshni this weekend! She was so considerate to ask about his routine and details to help him feel comfortable while we were away. She sent pictures and updates to let us know how he was doing. Sammy was well taken care of! We’ll definitely be reaching out to Roshni in the future! 🙂”
“My senior pup roxy had a wonderful stay at Amanda’s! She was so well taken care of and enjoyed lots of attention and snuggles. As a senior dog who has special needs with medication I felt super safe and assured that Amanda and her partner were so well qualified as previously having a senior dog themselves. Will definitely use again in the future!”
“Elena did a fantastic job caring for Tex! I could tell she is detailed and very responsive. She kept me updated with photos and messages. Will be rebooking in the future!”
“Great experience with Amanda and Max. Really friendly people, really accommodating with drop off and pick up. Great with sending updates throughout our time away. Would recommend”
Over 31,932 pet parents in Washington, D.C. have booked dog boarding
Washington, D.C. dog parents share their Rover experiences
I had a great experience leaving Suki with Emery for a weekend and would absolutely book with her again. Very communicative, responsive, and easy to coordinate with from start to finish. Was so understanding and was easy to coordinate when my travel plans changed our schedule. Really appreciate it! Will hopefully book with Emery again!
Diana and her family were amazing! This was our first time leaving our puppy with a sitter from Rover and couldn’t have asked for a sweeter experience. She sent several updates with lots of photos of our puppy playing with her kids, on walks, and even learning new tricks. So adorable… and comforting! Will definitely book with Diana again!
Nina took wonderful care of Romie while I was away. She made sure he felt comfortable and helped him settle in, and she took him on long walks which he loves. She was also very communicative and sent frequent updates and pictures, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. It was clear Romie was well cared for and happy during his stay. I would absolutely book with her again.
Jennifer and Austin are the absolute best dog sitters. They have become Twiggy’s home away from home, and I always feel super comfortable leaving twiggy with them. They send photos and updates daily, are extremely responsive, and embrace all of Twiggy’s little quirks. It truly feels like twiggy’s extended family is dog sitting her when she’s with them. I couldn’t recommend Jennifer and Austin more highly.
Sahana was amazing with Duchess and communicated so well throughout the stay. Sahana clearly understands how to work with shelter dogs who have anxiety and made sure Duchess felt comfortable and safe. The updates with pictures and videos were so reassuring, and it was wonderful to see how happy Duchess was. Thank you so much!
So grateful to have found Patrick and Joceline! We were so anxious finding a new “camp” or sitter for Mochi since she had been with her other sitter for almost 6 months. Communication and friendliness were on point and the photos they sent while she was with them were too cute. Total lap dog 🐕 during her visit. Highly recommend!!
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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 Mar 2026, 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 Mar 2026, 7,334 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 7,334 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 86% 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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