Dog Boarding in Watchung

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Sitter Profile Image: Bhavani V.
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Bhavani V.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
19 repeat clients
3 years of experience
EDISON, NJ, 08820

Once again Bhavani was a perfect host for our Bernedoodle. She followed all our instructions and special requests and sent us video/pictures updates several times a day, so we were always informed and at ease during our vacation. We could not be happier with Bhavani’s services and will definitely use her again for our next trip out of town.

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Jessica F.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
240 reviews
63 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

First time boarding our pup was nerve wrecking but Jessica sent tons of pictures and we knew that Noodle was so well taken care of and having the best time! Thank you!

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Nancy P.
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Margarita G.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
101 reviews
52 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Plainfield, NJ, 07060

Margarita took perfect care of the family dog. Needed a last minute sitter and she came thru in time. Definitely my new sitter from now on. Thank you Margarita and also thanks to your Husband Ramon.

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Damion F.
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Ji Q.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Watchung, NJ, 07069

We booked last minute with Ji and I’m so glad we did. Our dog is a senior dog and she did such a good job providing updates, photos and managing his medicine.

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Nicole N.
Sitter Profile Image: Jing G.
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Jing G.
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$59
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4.9 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
13 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922

Jing was terrific and took great care of our pup. She sent pictures and videos frequently so I felt very comfortable that our dog was in good hands. This is her full time job so she has lots of time to care for the dogs. She is also very responsive which was great. I highly recommend her.

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Julia P.
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Isbath L.
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$58
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
19 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Piscataway, NJ, 08854

As always stellar service and Ruby has become an extended part of the hosts family! Daily texts with video and photo updates put my mind at ease that Ruby is being well taken care of. She even has a little “boyfriend” Sebastian that they follow each other around and take naps together. In terms of flexibility, communication and professionalism, Isbath, her family and fur babies deserve more than 5 stars! She comes highly recommended!

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Karen S.
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$55
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12 years of experience
North Plainfield, NJ, 07060

About: I work from home 5 days a week which will allow your dog to get constant attention and love. Having cared for my own dog I understand how difficult it is to leave with someone else. I currently work from home 5 days a week and will be able to attend to your dogs needs. I can take them out for plenty of potty breaks. Since I work from home your dog will get plenty of attention. I live in a very dog friendly community that is great for walks. I will always keep your dog on a secure leash whenever outdoors.

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Seureon & Dongkwan S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
8 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Our 8year old doggy had her first visit here and jumped out and ran to the door excitedly as if she came everyday. Seuron and DK took Lulu out for walks and showered her with love. They are the nicest couple! We got lots of updates and we were at ease immediately. Lulu settled in right away. We highly recommend Seuron and DK! We plan to be repeat clients.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenny P.
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Jenny P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
22 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Martinsville, NJ, 08836

Jenny and her family took great care of Martin while we were away last week. Communication was smooth and easy, and she send me pictures of him every day. It was such a peace of mind know that my beloved Martin was in great hands.

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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa & Albert K.
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Lisa & Albert K.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
162 reviews
61 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

Riley’s week long stay at Lisa’s went well. He was happy and relaxed when I picked him up.Lisa sent me little updates during the week so I wouldn’t worry! (I really appreciate that she made accommodations to take him at the last minute.) great experience for us both, being the first time I had to leave him😊

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Jenny O.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
18 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Gillette, NJ, 07933

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Jenny! She is incredibly nurturing, kind, and genuinely sweet. From the moment I dropped my dog off, I felt completely at ease knowing he was in such caring hands. She treated him like her own and made sure he was comfortable, happy, and well cared for the entire time. What truly meant the most was her kindness and flexibility when my daughter had unexpected car trouble and couldn’t pick him up. Without hesitation, she went above and beyond and personally drove my dog back to my house. That level of thoughtfulness and compassion is rare. If you are looking for someone trustworthy, loving, and reliable to care for your pet, I highly recommend her. Your fur baby will be safe, loved, and spoiled with attention!

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Sitter Profile Image: Bonnie L.
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Bonnie L.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Edison, NJ, 08820

Bonnie was available for a first time, last minute boarding request and the whole experience from a quick meet and greet onwards was great. Very reassuring to have Luke stay at her home. He was comfortable for sure. Thank you!

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Sitter Profile Image: Anthony O.
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Anthony O.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

Anthony is amazing with Livvy and Bailey! He takes such great care of them, always keeps us updated, and makes sure they get plenty of walks. He really pays attention to the little things and sticks to their routine, which gives us such peace of mind. We will definitely book with him again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lupe M.
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Lupe M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
16 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Piscataway, NJ, 08854

My wife and I so greatly appreciate Lupe's exceptional care of my 2 year old dog, Roopert (Roo) during my first Rover experience, which was an entire week! We are accustomed to leaving Roo with close family or friends, so I was initially apprehensive about Rover. However, Lupe's outstanding communication and daily updates, including plenty of photos and videos eased our worries. With Roopert weighing almost 70 lbs and bursting with energy, I truly appreciated Lupe's dedication to spending quality time playing with him, including fetch in his spacious, fully fenced yard, and just his overall competence as it pertained to dog behavior, and the needs associated. When I picked up Roopert this morning, he looked fantastic – clean, content, and absolutely joyful. Lupe's top-notch service and genuine care for our boy are so greatly appreciated. I wholeheartedly recommend Lupe to anyone seeking trustworthy and loving care for their furry friend. Thanks, Lupe!

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan & Nick M.
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Megan & Nick M.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Westfield, NJ, 07090

Megan and Nick created the most comfortable home away from home for Brady. He came home so happy and energetic. We got regular updates and pictures which was comforting to know he was doing well throughout our trip. We would for sure recommend them and book them to watch Brady again.

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Amy D.
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica P.
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Jessica P.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
218 reviews
69 repeat clients
12 years of experience
New Providence, NJ, 07974

Jessica was very proactive in her communications. We were at ease because of all the periodic communications, photos and videos that shared with us. The house was very welcoming to our little fur baby. Thanks again Jessica for taking care of Lizzie.

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Sitter Profile Image: Monica C.
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Monica C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
180 reviews
77 repeat clients
20 years of experience
South Plainfield, NJ, 07080

Monica and her family were awesome! They cared for our sweet pups and we received updates and pictures throughout the stay. This is the 1st time she watched our 2 dogs and we were so happy she took care of them! We will be booking with her again! Thank you Monica!

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Nichole M.
Sitter Profile Image: Lucas & Katherine H.
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Lucas & Katherine H.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
16 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076

Lucas & Katherine took such good care of Snowy, just like their own pet , they are just wonderful people ! I have been looking for a good place to drop my baby when we go on vacations for many years , finally i have found these two wonderful dog loving people 😍, I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a loving home for their furry friend while they are away. Thank you Lucas & Katherine !!

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Anita G.
Sitter Profile Image: NAN Z.
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NAN Z.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
11 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Metuchen, NJ, 08840

Nan did a great job watching my pittie, Millie. Millie was well loved and cared for. Nan sent plenty of pics and videos to keep me updated. I highly recommend.

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Rachel S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
10 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Piscataway, NJ, 08854

This is the first time I have left my dog ​​with Rachel and she took such great care of it. Next time I need a dog sitter I will definitely leave my dog ​​with Rachel. Thanks Rachel.

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This is my second time boarding my dog, Mabel, with Raheem. He is a great sitter. Very communicative, professional and reliable. I would definitely recommend him.

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Marie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Super accommodating for my dog’s first time ever boarding. Communication was smooth and daily. My dog had a lot of fun with a couple other dogs and came back calm and healthy.

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Hari Mohan
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We booked last minute with Ji and I’m so glad we did. Our dog is a senior dog and she did such a good job providing updates, photos and managing his medicine.

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Nicole N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jing was amazing! She sent frequent videos and our golden always looked happy both playing with the dogs and getting attention from Jing. Great fenced yard for him to run around it with the other dogs! Will definitely use again!

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David S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

This was the first time leaving Cheeni, our 5-month-old golden retriever, for more than one day, so of course we were nervous. Margarita and her husband immediately helped put us at ease and made us feel confident in our decision. They took Cheeni on long walks, carefully followed the schedule we provided, and even worked with her on some basic commands we’ve been trying to teach her ourselves. It meant a lot to us that they were so attentive and patient with her. They also let Cheeni sleep in their bedroom, knowing she was still new to being away from home, which was incredibly thoughtful. When we picked her up, Cheeni was so excited she tried to happy-jump on Margarita, which told us everything we needed to know about how much she enjoyed her stay. Our vacation also ended up getting cut short, and they were completely flexible about us picking her up earlier than planned. Thank you both for taking such great care of Cheeni—we truly appreciate it!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gianna is super communicative and our dog loves her. I feel very confident that our pup is happy and safe when he is with her!

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Samantha A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Erika was exceptional and really made my dog feel comfortable and cared for! She was very responsive and accommodating and even kindly bought additional food when my dog ran out. She is fantastic since she made her availability even include Christmas holiday. She was always kind, patient, and understanding. I highly recommend her service to anyone in search of a top rated pet sitter!

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K V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thankful for Stephanie and her family! My puppies had a great time and came beck better than they arrived. They were well taken care of and provided some needed training. My puppies have a new loving extended family!

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Jordan P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our favorite sitter! She goes above and beyond to make sure Ari is taken care of - from grooming to treats to furry friends she can socialize with! I highly recommend!

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Joshua H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Took great care of my active dog and made sure she was getting plenty of exercise. Very communicative and sent lots of pictures. Highly recommend.

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Emilio
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jesse exceeded my expectations. Our puppy Maya fit right in with his family and was so happy and loved while we were away. He was professional and sent pictures everyday. I would recommend him to anyone. Thanks Jesse!!

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Erica H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thanks for caring for our dog! We really appreciate that Connie was able to accommodate our request on short notice. In addition, our dog had special health needs. Connie took this in stride and wanted to ensure she followed the care plan exactly. Our pup seemed to have a lovely time!

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Carrie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Abbe took excellent care of my dog. I will not kennel my dog again unless I have no other choice. Dog was happy, well taken care of and that is what you want in a person/family to take care of your pet. I highly recommend using Abbe, you won't regret it!

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Sue B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Rishi and his family provided excellent communication, engagement, and care for our dog Stella. Rishi sent pictures & videos often and Stella looked VERY happy walking and playing with their dog Pearl. Even smiling while napping! They played together so nicely which was such a relief as Stella is timid around aggressive or too assertive of dogs.. Rishi and his family are true dog lovers and their dog Pearl is very well trained and sweet! I highly recommend, especially if your dog has a playful, easy going, and friendly temperament!

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Nj R.
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As of Apr 2026, 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.

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As of Apr 2026, 3,179 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 3,179 dog boarding sitters in Watchung on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Watchung, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 84% 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.