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Sitter Profile Image: Barbara S.
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Barbara S.
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$67
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5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
23 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Watertown, MA, 02472

We went on vacation for a week and Obi had a wonderful stay with Barbara and Jen. He stayed active and played with other dogs. Obi is sometimes a picky eater and they managed really well.

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Kathy L.
$50
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
10 years of experience
Belmont, MA, 02478

About: I have extensive experience caring for cats from kittens to seniors, including administering oral medications. This includes my own cats and also family/friend cats. I have my own rescue pit mix dog who has needed some patience to build her confidence and I’m proud of the work we’ve done together in the 1+ years together. I’ve also worked as a kennel assistant handling meal times, medication, day cares, walks, and clean up. I have always loved pets, from hamsters up to big 100 lbs dogs. I will treat your baby with love and respect and understanding of their needs. I share pet care duties with my Fiance John who grew up with dogs and cats in his household and takes care of our two cats and rescue dog with me. We both work full time but I only work 4 days a week and John works 5 days but leaves later and gets home earlier than me. I handle the morning chores including pet meals and Phoebe’s first walk of the day. John handles the second walk of the day when he gets home from work and the second mealtime then. Night time, Phoebe always gets a walk before bed and cats get their last meal. On weekends and free days off together (I always have a 3 day weekend) Phoebe usually gets a trip out to a park, trail, or beach where she can either roam and get her running in. Phoebe gets playdates often with her dog besties who live nearby. Phoebe is crate trained and we have an extra crate on hand too as needed. Currently Phoebe and the cats roam free together when we’re at work because they’re trustworthy now but if a guest comes, we can separate rooms easily and use crates. In other clients homes, I will always follow the rules of the house. Dogs and cats alike will get lots of enrichment, walks, and playtime so everyone is satisfied and comfortable.

Sitter Profile Image: Lee H.
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Lee H.
$67
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Watertown, MA, 02472

Lee and her family were absolutely amazing with our puppy Boomer! He felt right at home and it gave us so much peace of mind to know he was in great hands!

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Elizabeth S.
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Betsy C.
$78
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
40 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Arlington, MA, 02474

Betsy and her family created a welcoming environment that made it easy for our nervous dog to adjust. Betsy gave him all the care and attention he needed and was super responsive through our vacation. We will try to book again before we move.

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Emily H.
Sitter Profile Image: Stefan & Elvia I.
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Stefan & Elvia I.
Star Sitter
$89
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
328 reviews
172 repeat clients
38 years of experience
BELMONT, MA, 02478

Stefan and his family are great! We had a really pleasant experience with them. Both my dog and myself. She had a great time staying with Stefan’s family and met her doggie friends. And thank you Stefan for being flexible with time for dropping off and picking up !

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Tracy S.
Sitter Profile Image: François D.
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François D.
Star Sitter
$67
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
9 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lincoln, MA, 01773

François was absolutely fantastic. He went over our routine with Atlas and took Atlas for multiple long walks - Atlas was in heaven. François kept us up-to-date on their activities together and was easy to communicate with!

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Esther & Adam H.
Sitter Profile Image: Jordan G.
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Jordan G.
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA, 02140

Jordan did an incredible job taking care of Spud for a last minute weekend boarding at her home. Spud clearly had a great time and was well taken care of. Much appreciated and would love to use her services again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ann & Jim N.
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Ann & Jim N.
Star Sitter
$54
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Arlington, MA, 02474

Mars had a wonderful time with Ann & Jim! They sent lots of photos, took him on adventures at the fells and walks featuring lots of fetch! He was happy to be there and came home tired and happy 🤗

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Sitter Profile Image: Ling & Ye Y.
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Ling & Ye Y.
Star Sitter
$73
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Newton, MA, 02459

Thank you for looking after our dogs! Ling and Ye sent lots of photos of our two midsize labradoodles on walks and getting cuddles during their stay. And they came home calm and relaxed afterwards - a sign that they were happy while during their stay. Our dogs can get nervous around large male dogs, but their dog Brody (large labradoodle) is a gentle giant who immediately got on with our dogs, but also gave them their own space. We appreciate Ling and Ye's kindness towards our dogs!

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Julian W.
Sitter Profile Image: Kaisi P.
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Kaisi P.
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
19 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Neighborhood 9, Cambridge, MA, 02138

My dog had an excellent time with Kaisi. Kaisi sent lots of pictures of her dog and mine at the dog park, walking in fresh pond, looking so relaxed and happy. Thanks Kaisi!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alanis T.
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Alanis T.
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Watertown, MA, 02472

Alanis took such good care of my baby boy, Leo! She sent me updates throughout the day, and Leo looked so clean and happy and in shape when I picked him up. Without a doubt, I will always reach out to Alanis whenever I need help with Leo from now on!

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Yue Y.
Sitter Profile Image: Yick-hong L.
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Yick-hong L.
Star Sitter
$73
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
13 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Waltham, MA, 02453

My pup Lyla had a fantastic stay with Yick-Hong and his wife for a week! All the pictures they sent me she looked so happy and relaxed. She even was sleeping on her back because she was so comfortable (vulnerable position for dogs). They took her on walks to new areas which she loves and even ran with her because they could tell she enjoyed it. They also provided detailed daily updates and were responsive to any messages I sent. I will definitely have Lyla stay with them again!

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Allison G.
Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlyn D.
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Kaitlyn D.
Star Sitter
$62
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
13 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Allston-Brighton, Boston, MA, 02134

Kaitlyn was so good with my pup, Franklin! Her communication was quick and she was so great with sending me pictures. Will be trusting her again with my dog soon!

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Kayla H.
Sitter Profile Image: Yulia R.
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Yulia R.
Star Sitter
$56
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
36 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Waltham, MA, 02451

When we picked up our pup, you could tell her really enjoyed his time with Yulia and her family. He was happy to see us, but I'm pretty sure he would have been equally happy to stay with them. We will certainly be using Yulia's services again in the future.

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Tisza H.
Sitter Profile Image: Andreas K.
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Andreas K.
$59
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Allston-Brighton, Boston, MA, 02134

Andy did a great job caring for Wally! He was very communicative and sent lots of updates. Wally had lots of walks, playtime, and time spent relaxing—and came back home a very happy pup! I highly recommend Andy!

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Kerri D.
Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth & Rodrigo S.
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Elizabeth & Rodrigo S.
Star Sitter
$64
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
14 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Somerville, MA, 02145

Liz and Rodrigo were awesome w our two fur babies! We got great updates and photos and they look so happy. They were well loved! I highly recommend!

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Lori M.
Sitter Profile Image: Kathryn M.
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Kathryn M.
Star Sitter
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Arlington, MA, 02476

Kate instantly made myself and Louie feel welcome and comfortable for his weekend stay! She sent me pictures and updates each day and I could tell Louie was happy and well cared for when I picked him up. I will definitely book her for future stays and highly recommend her!

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Kelsey H.
Sitter Profile Image: Oana & Oliver B.
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Oana & Oliver B.
Star Sitter
$93
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
450 reviews
197 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Woburn, MA, 01801

Our dog just stayed with Oana and Oliver for the week and it was very reassuring to leave her knowing that she was in good hands. Oana and Oliver are very attentive to the dogs, bring them on walk through the woods and send us lots of photos every night to show us the activities and cute moments during the day. We will definitely use their services again!

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Debby C.
Sitter Profile Image: isabella d.
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isabella d.
$65
total per night
4.6 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
8 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Jamaica Plain, Roxbury, MA, 02120

Isabella did a great job in minding Marvin and Mellow. My cats are usually nervous at first, but settled down really well throughout their stay. She kept us in the loop with loads of photos and videos. By the end, our cats were content and I would definitely book her again!

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Grace M.
Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth K.
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Elizabeth K.
Star Sitter
$66
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
3 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Malden, MA, 02148

This was my first time using Rover and Liz went above and beyond as Simon’s dog sitter. I received many pictures and updates every single day and there was no time lapse in her responses if I ever messaged her first. I’m not even sure Simon even missed me because of how well he was taken care of and loved on. Will most definitely be booking with Liz again and have raved about her to my friends with pets. Thank you again!!

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Emily P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Anh took such great care of our Jaxi girl! She boarded Jaxi for 7 nights while we were out of town. Anh sent lots of photos and videos and it was so comforting to see what a nice time Jaxi was having. We will definitely be asking Anh to take care of her again!

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Allison R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Barb and Jenn for their flexibility in extending my dog's stay. I don't think my pup minded too much, as in the photos Barb sent, looked like she was having fun.

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Sandra R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kim is great. Our dog took to her right away and was immediately comfortable in Kim’s home and with her two lovely dogs. Kim kept in touch with us and sent numerous pictures. We highly recommend Kim as a dog sitter.

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Lisa T.
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Lesley was great with my puppy. I was nervous to leave her for a long weekend with a new sitter, but Lesley sent photos and videos along with info about how my puppy was doing. We appreciate how attentive and kind she was.

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Rebecca P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Julie is wonderful with Nigel. Her household is caring and fun and Nigel feels right at home. I can travel with peace of mind knowing that he is in such good hands.

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Jennifer K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kevin did an outstanding job with my Samoyed. He gave excellent feedback daily along with many photos. I could tell that he was well cared for and loved while I was away.

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Brenton N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Andrew provided many updates, photos and videos of Cooper’s stay. He took great care of our dog and would recommend and use again.

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Lucy B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria is the best! Our dog Sasha absolutely adores her. Great communication and pictures throughout the stay.

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Nicole B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Wow, I cannot say enough great things about Eddy. It was my first time boarding my high energy German shepherd Koda, and I am so beyond grateful I found Eddy to take care of him!! I told him as many updates as he could give me would be appreciated, and he delivered! I got frequent updates on how Koda was doing, how he was eating and getting along with others, and SO many pictures and videos!!! It took so much stress off my shoulders seeing that my boy was having so much fun and being taken care of so wonderfully. He had a BLAST! Instead of boarding him it felt more like a mini vacation for him! I have recommended Eddy to all my friends and if you’re reading this debating using his services…DO IT!!! You will not regret it, Eddy was such a pleasure to work with and you can really tell how much he loves dogs and treats them as his own. Thank you again so much Eddy for being so communicative, responsible, and loving to Koda!

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Jane C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lady had a phenomenal stay with the best couple. Very attentive and thorough. They were quick to respond to any messages leading up to and during her stay. We got daily updates and Lady came back in the best of moods. Would absolutely recommend them for anyone looking for a dog sitter. Will be returning for future stays!

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Drew H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tara and her husband have been incredibly accommodating with my schedule changes, sent lots of photos of Sky, and kept me updated throughout. I truly can’t recommend them enough!

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Jack C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Teddy loved staying with Ekaterina for an overnight stay. She sent pictures and was always super fast to respond and followed Teddys regular schedule which is always so helpful! Will definitely use again!

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Kristina B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Anna took exceptional care of my dog over a long weekend. It was clear when my dog got home that he had a relaxing and good experience with her and Kuma. She sent so many pictures and updates while I was away! I look forward to the next time she can watch my dog because I know he'll have a great time and she'll give him all the love and care he needs.

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Erica J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashley and her family took fantastic care of my baby boy, Jackson. I received regular updates and photos, and he always looked so calm and content. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Ashley for dog care and hope Jackson can see her and her family again in the future!

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Susan M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kathryn and her husband took awesome care of my two dogs. Taking them on plenty of fun walks and runs. You can tell they really love dogs. We will definitely use them again in the future!

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Mackenzie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Charlotte is so kind and very communicative. She sent lots of updates about our dog’s stay. He came back happy and well cared for!

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Kristin Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing !! Timmys is truly a dog guy. My dog was like I want to stay here. Timmy fed him and gave him only my treats and was on time and even waited for a bit for me to pick up my dog. No drama and we are both so happy

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Daniel S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My dog loves spending time here! I get so many pictures of her having fun in the yard with other dogs. Highly recommend.

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Oakley R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Margaret did wonderfully. She sent me pictures and videos of my baby while she had him and was lenient in my pick up and drop off times.

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Abby W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I never worry when I leave my dog with Markus. He responds very quickly to all my questions and keeps me updated with pics. I highly recommend him!

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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Watertown is $63 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $441. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Watertown dog boarding rates can be found as low as $38 to as high as $79 per night.

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As of Jun 2026, 3,939 sitters provided dog boarding in Watertown. 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, 91% of Watertown dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Watertown 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 Watertown.

Rover makes it easy to find Watertown 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
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  • Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets

There are 3,939 dog boarding sitters in Watertown on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Watertown, 91% 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.

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