Pet Boarding in Waterloo
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Top rated Waterloo pet boarders
“I appreciated to meet and greet prior to leaving Sasha with Ashlee. Ashlee was prepared for our arrival and ready when I returned earlier than expected. Sasha was relaxed when I picked her up, not anxious. Thank you for taking good care of my girl!!”
“Once again, Bethany is the best!! We love our daily picture of Henry! Amazing communications and very responsive to schedule changes. We are so happy to have her as Henry’s second family!”
“Alexis did an amazing job watching my doggo for me over the weekend while I was out of town! She sent multiple updates daily which included pictures of my dog having a great time:) I never had any doubts as to his safety and wellbeing. If you need your dog boarded I cannot recommend Alexis enough!”
“Crystalyn was absolutely fantastic! Couldn’t have asked for a more flexible and accommodating dog sitter and it sounds like my dog had a wonderful time. Highly recommended and I hope to be able to have her dog sit in the future.”
“Felt so comfortable leaving our dog with Emily and her sweet daughter. She got plenty of attention and got to play in a fenced yard. Emily sent photos and updates every day too, which was really nice. Will definitely use Rover again!”
“My two pups had a great time! You can tell they were loved and taken care of! They were definitely pooped from all of the play time. Loved getting pupdates as well via picture. Will definitely use her again :)”
“Lauri/Erin and family are amazing. Wish we could leave more than 5 stars. Animal loving professionals, give one-one attention and advice for separation anxiety pets like ours. Thank you for the trail run prior to our extended vacation, to ensure our pet will be as prepared as possible.”
“Jamie was so wonderful and I couldn’t have picked a better place for my pup to stay while I was out of town. She was very attentive to his needs and kept me informed about how he was doing, which gave me so much peace of mind. I will be having my dog stay with Jamie every time I go out of town!”
“Luke and Kimberly were super caring for our pup! They were excellent at accommodating any special requests, which gave me a great peace of mind. My dog was very well-taken care of, and they went above and beyond in communication. I confidently recommend Luke and Kimberly to anyone!”
“Kelly was so easy to communicate with and very flexible on drop off and pickup times. She sent me photo updates during our trip which was so appreciated. She’s just the nicest person and I’d recommend her to anyone who is looking for a sitter!”
“Jean was great with my senior dog, who is deaf and also going blind. After meeting her I knew he would be in good hands when I was out of town. I'm glad she has a walk out basement since he can not do stairs. Jean is clearly a dog lover, I will definitely use her again for dog sitting. Thanks Jean!”
“Alex and Sarah were super nice and did a great job with our dog, Luna! They sent pictures and videos and kept us updated every day on the app! She looked like she was having a blast with their 2 dogs as well! Luna loves making new friends! I would highly recommend Alex and Sarah of you're looking for a pet sitter! They are the best!!”
“This was my pup’s second stay with Caitlyn and it was great. The pictures I got of my dog during his stay there were greatly appreciated :) Would definitely be a repeat customer.”
“Ellie and Bruno took great care of my lab for a long weekend. I can tell he was well loved by them and got plenty of walks to curb his energy. They were very accommodating and respond quick to messages, too. 100% recommend!”
“Thomas has watched our girl many times. This most recent time was when I had to go out of town last minute unexpectedly. He took her with no hesitation. She always has a great time and I know she’s well taken care of.”
“Keeley and Ethen are the best! We trust them 100% with our little dog and she loves being at their house while we are away! We try to call on them whenever we have to go out of town and they always go above and beyond for us and Remi!”
“Kennedy was AMAZING with out three dogs. We have never tried Rover let alone left them with someone we didn’t know. We decided to give Rover a try and we found Kennedy! She took amazing care of our three dogs! Sent us updates every day as well as pictures! Her set up is amazing as well! I’d refer anyone to her!!”
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Ashlee D.
“I appreciated to meet and greet prior to leaving Sasha with Ashlee. Ashlee was prepared for our arrival and ready when I returned earlier than expected. Sasha was relaxed when I picked her up, not anxious. Thank you for taking good care of my girl!!”
Bethany F.Star Sitter
“Once again, Bethany is the best!! We love our daily picture of Henry! Amazing communications and very responsive to schedule changes. We are so happy to have her as Henry’s second family!”
Alexis P.Star Sitter
“Alexis did an amazing job watching my doggo for me over the weekend while I was out of town! She sent multiple updates daily which included pictures of my dog having a great time:) I never had any doubts as to his safety and wellbeing. If you need your dog boarded I cannot recommend Alexis enough!”
Crystalyn & Andrew P.
Star Sitter
“Crystalyn was absolutely fantastic! Couldn’t have asked for a more flexible and accommodating dog sitter and it sounds like my dog had a wonderful time. Highly recommended and I hope to be able to have her dog sit in the future.”
Emily F.Star Sitter
“Felt so comfortable leaving our dog with Emily and her sweet daughter. She got plenty of attention and got to play in a fenced yard. Emily sent photos and updates every day too, which was really nice. Will definitely use Rover again!”
Angela M.Star Sitter
“My two pups had a great time! You can tell they were loved and taken care of! They were definitely pooped from all of the play time. Loved getting pupdates as well via picture. Will definitely use her again :)”
Lauri J.Star Sitter
“Lauri/Erin and family are amazing. Wish we could leave more than 5 stars. Animal loving professionals, give one-one attention and advice for separation anxiety pets like ours. Thank you for the trail run prior to our extended vacation, to ensure our pet will be as prepared as possible.”
Jamie G.
“Jamie was so wonderful and I couldn’t have picked a better place for my pup to stay while I was out of town. She was very attentive to his needs and kept me informed about how he was doing, which gave me so much peace of mind. I will be having my dog stay with Jamie every time I go out of town!”
Luke & Kimberly P.
“Luke and Kimberly were super caring for our pup! They were excellent at accommodating any special requests, which gave me a great peace of mind. My dog was very well-taken care of, and they went above and beyond in communication. I confidently recommend Luke and Kimberly to anyone!”
Kelly M.
“Kelly was so easy to communicate with and very flexible on drop off and pickup times. She sent me photo updates during our trip which was so appreciated. She’s just the nicest person and I’d recommend her to anyone who is looking for a sitter!”
Moira B.
“Always love when our pup is with moira! I think he might like her house/family more than ours lol! Thank you for always taking such great care of him!”
Kaylene W.
“As always, Kaylene and family take the best care of Sequoia! They are so sweet to her. She loves being there. I can relax knowing she’s taken care of 😊”
Jean B.Star Sitter
“Jean was great with my senior dog, who is deaf and also going blind. After meeting her I knew he would be in good hands when I was out of town. I'm glad she has a walk out basement since he can not do stairs. Jean is clearly a dog lover, I will definitely use her again for dog sitting. Thanks Jean!”
Alex & Sarah S.
“Alex and Sarah were super nice and did a great job with our dog, Luna! They sent pictures and videos and kept us updated every day on the app! She looked like she was having a blast with their 2 dogs as well! Luna loves making new friends! I would highly recommend Alex and Sarah of you're looking for a pet sitter! They are the best!!”
Kristi & Denise H.
“Kristi and Denise were amazing! I would absolutely recommend them as a loving, caring, attentive home for your pup while you’re away. We will definitely book again!”
Caitlyn H.Star Sitter
“This was my pup’s second stay with Caitlyn and it was great. The pictures I got of my dog during his stay there were greatly appreciated :) Would definitely be a repeat customer.”
Ellie & Bruno M.Star Sitter
“Ellie and Bruno took great care of my lab for a long weekend. I can tell he was well loved by them and got plenty of walks to curb his energy. They were very accommodating and respond quick to messages, too. 100% recommend!”
Thomas F.Star Sitter
“Thomas has watched our girl many times. This most recent time was when I had to go out of town last minute unexpectedly. He took her with no hesitation. She always has a great time and I know she’s well taken care of.”
Keeley & Ethen R.Star Sitter
“Keeley and Ethen are the best! We trust them 100% with our little dog and she loves being at their house while we are away! We try to call on them whenever we have to go out of town and they always go above and beyond for us and Remi!”
Kennedy F.
“Kennedy was AMAZING with out three dogs. We have never tried Rover let alone left them with someone we didn’t know. We decided to give Rover a try and we found Kennedy! She took amazing care of our three dogs! Sent us updates every day as well as pictures! Her set up is amazing as well! I’d refer anyone to her!!”
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1. Search
Read verified reviews by pet parents like you and choose a boarder who’s a great match for you and your pets
2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a boarder to discuss the level of care needed for your pets while you’re away
3. Book & Pay
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Reservation protection
It doesn't happen often, but if your pet boarding sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new pet boarding sitter.
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Pet Boarding FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Waterloo.
Rover makes it easy to find Waterloo pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet 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 pet 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 pet 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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