Dog Boarding in Watkinsville
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1. Kayla C.

“Kayla is the absolute best! I never worry about leaving my kitty Bean with her! She is so attentive and caring and I couldn’t ask for a better cat sitter!”


2. Sara W.

“Sara is incredibly sweet and let us know how our pup was doing every morning and night. I appreciated the frequent updates and her transparency in how London was doing that day/night. I would definitely recommend her to owners needing someone to watch their furry friends! :)”


3. Lara M.

“Lara was so patient and kind to my pup! She sent frequent updates and photos of him having a great time. Lara made sure he was comfortable and entertained his entire stay. I would definitely use her again!”


4. Diana R.

“She was very nice and very kind to our dogs. I will definitely use her again.”


5. Megan O.


“Would give her more than 5 stars if I could. She has gone above and beyond of taking care of my dog plus I think my dog is starting to like her more than me. Highly recommend Megan and will be absolutely be a returning customer.”


6. Becky N.

“Becky was great with my dog Chevie! I really appreciated the pictures and updates while she was there. Chevie was very relaxed and content when we got home, will definitely use Becky’s services again!”


7. Adam G.

“Went from worrying if my dog was going to miss me when I’m gone to does my dog like her sitter more than me! Genevieve loves hanging with Adam and it’s evident she’s well cared and loved when she is with him!”


8. Reilly G.

“She took such great care of Dean and I know he had a lot of fun because he’s been sleeping ever since he got home!”




9. Amelia H.

“Can not say enough good things about Amelia!!! She took such good care of our Thea while we were out of town!!! She even sent us frequent pics to let us know she was having a good time❤️ We will use her again, without a doubt!!!”


10. Fionna F.

“Leo had such a good time with Fiona and her dog, Buscuit! I am so grateful for her care while I was away on a trip. Loved all the pics she sent!”


11. Imani G.

“Imani was fantastic! Her responses were quick and her communication was top tier. I know S‘mores enjoyed his time with Imani. I highly recommend.”


12. Amanda S.

“I left my dog daisy with Amanda for a few nights and this was her first time ever staying away from me! I was so scared but Amanda was the very best to her! Daisy is deaf and epileptic and has some anxiety but Amanda took such good care of her and tended to all of her needs! I am so blessed to have found this loving woman!”




13. Jeane D.
About: Hello!, you can call me JAY!. I have a massive passion for pets!. YES!, I am an animal LOVER, so let me take care of your family member for you!. I am a responsible adult and have 4 spoiled Chihuahuas at home. Peewee, Lilly, Lola and Nina they are very nice babies that love to play with new friends. I would love the opportunity to take great care of you pet for you while you have fun, work or have other important things to do! Thank you for taking the time to look at my page. I work part time but have a very flexible schedule, so I won’t pick up any shift when it’s time to take care of you pup. I have a fenced yard and 4 adorable chihuahuas to play with new friends. Peewee, Lilly, Lola and Lilly. My male chihuahua is neutered so no worries. The other 3 are females but they are not spayed.


14. Tom & Nikki M.


“Tom and Nikki do a wonderful job of making sure my pup feels at home! They check-in and send regular updates so I know my pup is having a great time, they have a fenced yard for him to enjoy, and they give him all the belly rubs! When he stays with them it truly is his home away from home.”


15. Sierra M.

“Sierra did a great job. She is always available and communicative.”


16. Tim L.

“Tim was great with my two dogs very welcoming and took extra good care of them while I was on vacation . 5 stars will definitely rebook with Tim in the future”


17. Gingi T.

“I am so happy that we found Gingi to watch Willow, she sent us lots of updates and pictures throughout our vacation out of state. Willow looked so happy and comfortable, I’ll definitely be booking with her again. If your looking for a reliable dog sitter, look no further!”


18. Kendall & Darbie M.

“Diesel was well taken care of and they even got him to eat while we were gone which is something I was worried about! They did send pictures which was great too. Diesel is an older dog and loves other dogs and people but it was nice to know he was the only dog there and got lots of live and attention! Will definitely use Kendall and Darbie again. Thanks so much!!”


19. Jade H.
“Jade is a wonderful caretaker! My fur baby instantly gravitated towards her and is always excited to see her. She is responsible, fun, and a true pet lover.”


20. Bailey M.


“Bailey was great! I think she really enjoyed our cat SJ. Her promos are mostly about dogs but she's clearly a cat person too. We'd definitely do this again.”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in Watkinsville on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $39 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 197 sitters provided dog boarding in Watkinsville. 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, 95% of Watkinsville dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Watkinsville 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 Watkinsville.
Rover makes it easy to find Watkinsville 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 197 dog boarding sitters in Watkinsville on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Watkinsville, 90% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
