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“Amazing once again! Their entire family shows so much love to Frankie. She always comes home better behaved and happy as can be! Loni goes above and beyond and I know Frankie’s in the best hands possible.”
“My boyfriend and I recently left our little boy, Scout, with Hillary for the day from around 8:15 am to 7:30 pm. She was awake and ready for us when we arrived and had put her two adorable dogs, Chewy and LuLu, in a separate room so that Scout could come into this new environment comfortably. Hillary's home was very clean with no clutter. I checked in a couple of times during the day to see how he was doing and Hillary responded right away, even with pictures! She had taken the dogs on a long walk in the morning as well as lots of play time at the dog park. Hillary is incredibly friendly, very responsive and an obvious dog lover. We will definitely be using her business again in the future and would very much recommend her to watch over your furry family member.”
“Sally was amazing with Luna and Suki. She sent multiple daily updates with photos and videos, baked them homemade treats, exercised them, and gave them lots of love. I felt such at ease leaving them in her care, I will definitely be a repeat customer!”
“I cannot say enough good things about Brianne! She watched our puppy for us for a week and took such good care of him. Our boy required some medical care due to a reaction from his leather collar (totally my fault) and Brianne jumped in and administered his treatments and even sent us a step by step of how she took care of him. I highly recommend Brianne and will continue to use her when we go out of town.”
“Rita and Brian are exactly what our older dog needed for our vacation (and his). They provided me with updates daily and many pictures. Our dog was living his best life with them. I will definitely be booking with them in the future.”
“So glad that I found Angela! Leonard, my dachshund, had a ball. We are working to socialize him, and Angela provided him with opportunities to walk and play with a friend. Leonard has separation anxiety, and I am just starting to leave him with sitters. Angela is great. On pickup, I think Leonard was hoping that I was there to stay and join the fun!”
“Cindy was absolutely amazing with our 13 year old dog with heart conditions who requires daily’s meds. She was awesome giving us lots of updates. We felt our dog was in wonderful hands and we would definitely use her again.”
“Very easygoing and friendly! They love dogs as much as we do! Our dog was so happy while staying there! We had peace of mind while on vacation knowing our dog was being taken care of !”
“Kirah and Mitch did a great job watching my Chihuahua! They sent lots of pictures and gave me plenty of updates. They took Norman into their house and made him part of their pack. He got lots of snuggles on the couch and two walks a day. They also have a huge backyard and two friendly dogs that Norman enjoyed playing with. I look forward to dropping Norman off with Kirah and Mitch again soon!!”
“Pam is amazing! Took notes about our dog during an initial meeting, sent us pictures and videos with a daily update while we were gone for a week, and you can tell she and her husband really love dogs. Super nice person and very responsive!”
“Kelsey recently watched our two buddies (Lab & Aussie) while we were on vacation for a week. She was completely amazing. She sent us pictures of our guys frequently! This was the second time we’ve used her and we will definitely use her again in the future!”
“I could not rave high enough about Ashley! She accepted a last minute booking for my golden retriever for 3 nights without hesitation! I got so many picture updates and could tell Murphy had an absolute blast. Will be booking with her again!”
“Liz watched my pup Kiwi for 10 days at her home while I was on a trip. This was the longest trip I’ve taken without Kiwi, and she can have a bit of separation anxiety. I also had to switch her to another diet due to food allergies l the day before I left. However, Liz had no problems managing these issues and accommodating Kiwi’s needs. Her dog, Lola, was also friendly and social, so there were no issues there. Liz updated me and sent photos daily, which was very comforting, I would definitely use her as a sitter again, and would recommend her to others as well. 😊”
“I would highly recommend using Ashle! This was our first time leaving Ollie with someone else and we could not have been more pleased with Ashle and the great care she provided. Our little guy really seemed to enjoy playing with Ashle's dog and based upon the updates/pictures she provided he received lots of love while staying with her. It is comforting to know that Ashle is there for when we need boarding again in the future.”
“Kate and her family did an excellent job at watching our little boy while we were on vacation. Our Pomeranian felt right at home with her family which was important to us. We will definitely use Kate again. And recommend her to anyone wanting a safe and welcoming environment for their dogs.”
“Amazing Care for My Pup! 🐾 We really appreciated the care and patience that Maia provided to Remy who still very much has puppy energy but is already almost full size. Maia provided outstanding care for my dog while I was away. From the moment we met, it was clear how much she genuinely loves and cares about her own dog, Kermit so I was very comfortable leaving Remy in her care. If Maia would be willing to take Remy again, I absolutely would book with her again. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for top-notch pet care! 🐶💕”
“Nicholas and Emily were great! They took great care of Eddie and he was sad to leave! They sent great pictures and were very accommodating! I will for sure use them again :)”
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Loni L.
Star Sitter
“Amazing once again! Their entire family shows so much love to Frankie. She always comes home better behaved and happy as can be! Loni goes above and beyond and I know Frankie’s in the best hands possible.”
Hillary T.
“My boyfriend and I recently left our little boy, Scout, with Hillary for the day from around 8:15 am to 7:30 pm. She was awake and ready for us when we arrived and had put her two adorable dogs, Chewy and LuLu, in a separate room so that Scout could come into this new environment comfortably. Hillary's home was very clean with no clutter. I checked in a couple of times during the day to see how he was doing and Hillary responded right away, even with pictures! She had taken the dogs on a long walk in the morning as well as lots of play time at the dog park. Hillary is incredibly friendly, very responsive and an obvious dog lover. We will definitely be using her business again in the future and would very much recommend her to watch over your furry family member.”
Sally B.Star Sitter
“Sally was amazing with Luna and Suki. She sent multiple daily updates with photos and videos, baked them homemade treats, exercised them, and gave them lots of love. I felt such at ease leaving them in her care, I will definitely be a repeat customer!”
Brianne D.Star Sitter
“I cannot say enough good things about Brianne! She watched our puppy for us for a week and took such good care of him. Our boy required some medical care due to a reaction from his leather collar (totally my fault) and Brianne jumped in and administered his treatments and even sent us a step by step of how she took care of him. I highly recommend Brianne and will continue to use her when we go out of town.”
Rita & Brian S.Star Sitter
“Rita and Brian are exactly what our older dog needed for our vacation (and his). They provided me with updates daily and many pictures. Our dog was living his best life with them. I will definitely be booking with them in the future.”
Yefan W.
“Jamun had such a great time with Yefan and Lychee! Yefan did such a great job of keeping me updated with how Jamun was doing, and always had some silly pictures of her to share!”
Angela W.Star Sitter
“So glad that I found Angela! Leonard, my dachshund, had a ball. We are working to socialize him, and Angela provided him with opportunities to walk and play with a friend. Leonard has separation anxiety, and I am just starting to leave him with sitters. Angela is great. On pickup, I think Leonard was hoping that I was there to stay and join the fun!”
Cindy R.Star Sitter
“Cindy was absolutely amazing with our 13 year old dog with heart conditions who requires daily’s meds. She was awesome giving us lots of updates. We felt our dog was in wonderful hands and we would definitely use her again.”
Rachel & Jeffrey D.Star Sitter
“Very easygoing and friendly! They love dogs as much as we do! Our dog was so happy while staying there! We had peace of mind while on vacation knowing our dog was being taken care of !”
Kirah & Mitch T.Star Sitter
“Kirah and Mitch did a great job watching my Chihuahua! They sent lots of pictures and gave me plenty of updates. They took Norman into their house and made him part of their pack. He got lots of snuggles on the couch and two walks a day. They also have a huge backyard and two friendly dogs that Norman enjoyed playing with. I look forward to dropping Norman off with Kirah and Mitch again soon!!”
Pam M.Star Sitter
“Pam is amazing! Took notes about our dog during an initial meeting, sent us pictures and videos with a daily update while we were gone for a week, and you can tell she and her husband really love dogs. Super nice person and very responsive!”
kelsey h.Star Sitter
“Kelsey recently watched our two buddies (Lab & Aussie) while we were on vacation for a week. She was completely amazing. She sent us pictures of our guys frequently! This was the second time we’ve used her and we will definitely use her again in the future!”
Kris Y.Star Sitter
“We have used Kris many times and Callie just lives it there!! Kris treats her just like her own and sends us daily updates and photos. She really is the best!”
Ashley B.Star Sitter
“I could not rave high enough about Ashley! She accepted a last minute booking for my golden retriever for 3 nights without hesitation! I got so many picture updates and could tell Murphy had an absolute blast. Will be booking with her again!”
Lizmarie G.
“Liz watched my pup Kiwi for 10 days at her home while I was on a trip. This was the longest trip I’ve taken without Kiwi, and she can have a bit of separation anxiety. I also had to switch her to another diet due to food allergies l the day before I left. However, Liz had no problems managing these issues and accommodating Kiwi’s needs. Her dog, Lola, was also friendly and social, so there were no issues there. Liz updated me and sent photos daily, which was very comforting, I would definitely use her as a sitter again, and would recommend her to others as well. 😊”
Ashle C.
“I would highly recommend using Ashle! This was our first time leaving Ollie with someone else and we could not have been more pleased with Ashle and the great care she provided. Our little guy really seemed to enjoy playing with Ashle's dog and based upon the updates/pictures she provided he received lots of love while staying with her. It is comforting to know that Ashle is there for when we need boarding again in the future.”
Kathryn F.
“Kate and her family did an excellent job at watching our little boy while we were on vacation. Our Pomeranian felt right at home with her family which was important to us. We will definitely use Kate again. And recommend her to anyone wanting a safe and welcoming environment for their dogs.”
Yoniray Arlette G.Star Sitter
“She was amazing ! Sent so many pictures of my newly rescued pup having a blast . Very communicative also which I loved . Thank you so much .”
Maia D.Star Sitter
“Amazing Care for My Pup! 🐾 We really appreciated the care and patience that Maia provided to Remy who still very much has puppy energy but is already almost full size. Maia provided outstanding care for my dog while I was away. From the moment we met, it was clear how much she genuinely loves and cares about her own dog, Kermit so I was very comfortable leaving Remy in her care. If Maia would be willing to take Remy again, I absolutely would book with her again. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for top-notch pet care! 🐶💕”
Nicholas & Emily P.Star Sitter
“Nicholas and Emily were great! They took great care of Eddie and he was sad to leave! They sent great pictures and were very accommodating! I will for sure use them again :)”
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Sitters in Watkins average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, 782 sitters provided dog boarding in Watkins. 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, 93% of Watkins dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Watkins have an average of 19 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 Watkins.
Rover makes it easy to find Watkins 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 782 dog boarding sitters in Watkins on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Watkins, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
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