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“Shaun and his family were amazing! We really appreciated their updates and obvious love that they gave our girl while we were gone. Now that we live closer to their area; we will definitely look to have them puppy sit again in the future!”
“Paul is excellent! Dunley is a 5-year-old lab/cattle dog with high energy. Paul made sure Dunley got enough exercise, walks, and plenty of fetch. He came back happy. I will definitely use Paul again!”
“Jenny took great care of our dog while we were away. She updated us with pictures and texts and was very accommodating for drop off and pick ups.”
“Diana & Harish are incredible! My Gigi feels completely at home and they absolutely treat her like their own. They go above ans beyond every time. So happy to have found them.”
“Amrit was fantastic! Super communicative and kind. I could tell our cat was well taken care of for the week he spent with Amrit. Amrit was also very flexible and understanding with changes in plans. HIGHLY recommend and would 1000p book with him again!”
“We have a nervous pup who had never been to a sitter before. Margarita was clearly up for the challenge. She worked with him to to make him feel comfortable comfortable and as she promised they eventually became BFFs before the end of the weekend. She sent us constant video updates which made us feel comfortable and at ease. Would definitely recommend.”
“Jessica is the best! We left our Harper with her while we were on vacation for 1 week. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing Harper was in such good hands. We received updates and pictures every couple of hours. Jessica helped harper with her puppy nipping, leash training, and eating from the bowl. So overwhelmingly happy with the care Harper received.”
“I had a really great experience boarding Leo at Bhavani’s home! From the moment I sent her a request for boarding, I felt completely at ease. Bhavani has a calm, nurturing energy and a true love for animals that shows in everything she does. Her home is set up perfectly for dogs—safe, clean, and full of cozy spots and open space for play. It’s such a comforting alternative to a traditional kennel. My dog settled in quickly and was treated like a part of her family the entire time. What really stood out was the personal attention Bhavani gave. She took the time to understand my dog’s routines and personality, and she kept me updated with sweet messages and photos during the stay. It meant the world to know he was not only well cared for, but also genuinely loved. My dog came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well looked after. I’m so grateful we found Bhavani and wouldn’t hesitate to leave him in her care again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a home-based, heart-centered boarding experience!”
“Jesse is amazing and I feel so grateful to have found him! Our 4 year old labradoodle felt at home from the moment we walked into Jesse’s home and Jesse cared for him as if our Cody was a part of his family, with so much love and attention. Jesse was a great communicator and updated me throughout the day with messages and pictures of Cody and his activities during the day. I had such a peace of mind knowing that Cody was so well cared for while we were away. I will definitely be using Jesse again!!”
“Rachel was very accommodating in regards to the time for picking up our Cookie as we were going to a baseball game nearby. She also responded to my texts in a timely manner and sent a pic of our girl. Rachel, and her boys, showed a passion for watching others' dogs. I would highly recommend her for drop offs.”
“My dogs had another wonderful stay with Lucas & Katherine, this time for two weeks. In fact my senior gal liked it there so much that she almost didn’t want to come back with me. I think for a pet parent that best and most positive sign that their furbabies were well cared for!!! They sent me lots of photos of my dogs snuggled under blankets or enjoying outdoor times! L & K are the best people and I feel like I can travel with so much less worry and guilt when my dogs are with them.”
“Our dog Ace stayed with their family for 4 days and this was the first time I was able to travel with absolutely no worries! This was his first time staying and he loved it there. Regular updates for foods, walks, bedtimes! Ace had best time and was very happy! We would definitely recommend!!”
“Megan and Nick were phenomenal! Lola felt right at home with their family and Bubba, their dog. They were responsive and sent my partner and I daily photo updates of our girl. I was afraid Lola wouldn’t want to leave come pick up because she was oh so loved and entertained during her stay with them. We found our trusted sitter family!”
“Jessica was the absolutely best caregiver for my dog. I feel like my dog didn’t want to come back home due to the amazing care that Jessica provided. The updates and pictures flowed through all week and it appeared my pup had a better vacation than I did! I will 100% use Jessica again to care for my dog. Jessica was professional, very friendly, and the perfect choice for my dog Boots. Thank you again Jessica!!”
“NICO had a wonderful time with Claudia and her family. Will definitely reccommend her services for anyone with their future boarding needs. Thanks Claudia! Tom and Nico.”
“Seureon & Dongdwan were great hosts to our dog. They took great care of him for a week and sent us frequent updates, which always puts us, dog owners at ease. They were very timely and responsive and our dog seemed very happy and content. We will definitely use them again.”
“Amazing service as always!”
“Cooper had the absolute best time with Jing! He was so happy playing with the other dogs, and we loved getting regular video updates. It was such a relief to see our pup so content and having fun. Highly recommend!”
“Jenny was fantastic with our dog, Stella! She took excellent care of her, making sure she was happy and well looked after. We received regular picture updates, which really put our minds at ease. Highly recommend Jenny for anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!”
“Raheem was an excellent host for Willow. She went with him easily and was happy roaming his extra large fenced in yard. We appreciate you taking care of our dog. Would highly recommend!”
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Shaun S.
Star Sitter
“Shaun and his family were amazing! We really appreciated their updates and obvious love that they gave our girl while we were gone. Now that we live closer to their area; we will definitely look to have them puppy sit again in the future!”
Paul C.Star Sitter
“Paul is excellent! Dunley is a 5-year-old lab/cattle dog with high energy. Paul made sure Dunley got enough exercise, walks, and plenty of fetch. He came back happy. I will definitely use Paul again!”
Jenny P.Star Sitter
“Jenny took great care of our dog while we were away. She updated us with pictures and texts and was very accommodating for drop off and pick ups.”
Diana & Harish E.Star Sitter
“Diana & Harish are incredible! My Gigi feels completely at home and they absolutely treat her like their own. They go above ans beyond every time. So happy to have found them.”
Amrit S.Star Sitter
“Amrit was fantastic! Super communicative and kind. I could tell our cat was well taken care of for the week he spent with Amrit. Amrit was also very flexible and understanding with changes in plans. HIGHLY recommend and would 1000p book with him again!”
Margarita G.Star Sitter
“We have a nervous pup who had never been to a sitter before. Margarita was clearly up for the challenge. She worked with him to to make him feel comfortable comfortable and as she promised they eventually became BFFs before the end of the weekend. She sent us constant video updates which made us feel comfortable and at ease. Would definitely recommend.”
Jessica F.Star Sitter
“Jessica is the best! We left our Harper with her while we were on vacation for 1 week. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing Harper was in such good hands. We received updates and pictures every couple of hours. Jessica helped harper with her puppy nipping, leash training, and eating from the bowl. So overwhelmingly happy with the care Harper received.”
Bhavani V.Star Sitter
“I had a really great experience boarding Leo at Bhavani’s home! From the moment I sent her a request for boarding, I felt completely at ease. Bhavani has a calm, nurturing energy and a true love for animals that shows in everything she does. Her home is set up perfectly for dogs—safe, clean, and full of cozy spots and open space for play. It’s such a comforting alternative to a traditional kennel. My dog settled in quickly and was treated like a part of her family the entire time. What really stood out was the personal attention Bhavani gave. She took the time to understand my dog’s routines and personality, and she kept me updated with sweet messages and photos during the stay. It meant the world to know he was not only well cared for, but also genuinely loved. My dog came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well looked after. I’m so grateful we found Bhavani and wouldn’t hesitate to leave him in her care again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a home-based, heart-centered boarding experience!”
Jesse S.Star Sitter
“Jesse is amazing and I feel so grateful to have found him! Our 4 year old labradoodle felt at home from the moment we walked into Jesse’s home and Jesse cared for him as if our Cody was a part of his family, with so much love and attention. Jesse was a great communicator and updated me throughout the day with messages and pictures of Cody and his activities during the day. I had such a peace of mind knowing that Cody was so well cared for while we were away. I will definitely be using Jesse again!!”
Rachel S.Star Sitter
“Rachel was very accommodating in regards to the time for picking up our Cookie as we were going to a baseball game nearby. She also responded to my texts in a timely manner and sent a pic of our girl. Rachel, and her boys, showed a passion for watching others' dogs. I would highly recommend her for drop offs.”
Lucas & Katherine H.Star Sitter
“My dogs had another wonderful stay with Lucas & Katherine, this time for two weeks. In fact my senior gal liked it there so much that she almost didn’t want to come back with me. I think for a pet parent that best and most positive sign that their furbabies were well cared for!!! They sent me lots of photos of my dogs snuggled under blankets or enjoying outdoor times! L & K are the best people and I feel like I can travel with so much less worry and guilt when my dogs are with them.”
Na P.
“Our dog Ace stayed with their family for 4 days and this was the first time I was able to travel with absolutely no worries! This was his first time staying and he loved it there. Regular updates for foods, walks, bedtimes! Ace had best time and was very happy! We would definitely recommend!!”
Megan & Nick M.Star Sitter
“Megan and Nick were phenomenal! Lola felt right at home with their family and Bubba, their dog. They were responsive and sent my partner and I daily photo updates of our girl. I was afraid Lola wouldn’t want to leave come pick up because she was oh so loved and entertained during her stay with them. We found our trusted sitter family!”
Jessica P.Star Sitter
“Jessica was the absolutely best caregiver for my dog. I feel like my dog didn’t want to come back home due to the amazing care that Jessica provided. The updates and pictures flowed through all week and it appeared my pup had a better vacation than I did! I will 100% use Jessica again to care for my dog. Jessica was professional, very friendly, and the perfect choice for my dog Boots. Thank you again Jessica!!”
Claudia L.
“NICO had a wonderful time with Claudia and her family. Will definitely reccommend her services for anyone with their future boarding needs. Thanks Claudia! Tom and Nico.”
Seureon & Dongkwan S.
“Seureon & Dongdwan were great hosts to our dog. They took great care of him for a week and sent us frequent updates, which always puts us, dog owners at ease. They were very timely and responsive and our dog seemed very happy and content. We will definitely use them again.”
Victória B.
“Amazing service as always!”
Jing G.Star Sitter
“Cooper had the absolute best time with Jing! He was so happy playing with the other dogs, and we loved getting regular video updates. It was such a relief to see our pup so content and having fun. Highly recommend!”
Jenny O.Star Sitter
“Jenny was fantastic with our dog, Stella! She took excellent care of her, making sure she was happy and well looked after. We received regular picture updates, which really put our minds at ease. Highly recommend Jenny for anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter!”
Raheem L.Star Sitter
“Raheem was an excellent host for Willow. She went with him easily and was happy roaming his extra large fenced in yard. We appreciate you taking care of our dog. Would highly recommend!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Watchung is $60 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $420. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Watchung dog boarding rates can be found as low as $42 to as high as $83 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 3,015 sitters provided dog boarding in Watchung. 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, 89% of Watchung dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Watchung have an average of 15 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 Watchung.
Rover makes it easy to find Watchung 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 3,015 dog boarding sitters in Watchung on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Watchung, 94% of sitters offer daily exercise, 92% offer medication administration, and 83% 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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