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Edith S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
27 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Waunakee, WI, 53597

“Edith is great and we always feel like Henry is in good hands when he stays with her. Her updates on Henry are the best! They are timely and we enjoy reading and seeing pictures while we’re away.”

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Mizzy R.
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Ronalisa E.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
15 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53704

“Ronalisa was amazing with Pepper. She would be great in hosting any dog, and for sure she is skilled at hosting an elderly dog. This one... originally a rescue who may well have been abused, now ~14 years old, deaf, extremely anxious to be left alone, and suspicious of new people... could have been a challenge. Rona took it all in stride, easily handling the regime of medications and food preferences and totally winning Pepper's heart.”

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Stefanie B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 96 reviews
31 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Middleton, WI, 53562

“Fabulous! Mack gave her 4 paws up and he would have given her more but he only has 4 paws. He has been online trying one to buy me more airline trips so he can go back to Steph and live the good life. Can’t praise her enough. Deb Spencley”

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Deb S.
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Chelssey H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
12 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53711

“Chelssey was awesome! Great communication prior and during Sunny’s stay which I loved! She also sent pictures which was fun. We will book again with Chelssey.”

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Carol D.
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Duane & Lauren S.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 93 reviews
29 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Ridgewood, Madison, WI, 53704

“Such a treat to have Duane & Lauren take care of my pup, Rapha while I was away. They are very responsive and attentive to the needs of both owner and doggie. Thank you!”

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Stephanie E.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
11 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53704

“We are so grateful to have found Stephanie to watch our two highly energetic golden girls! She gave them lots of play time, exercise, and snuggles on the couch. She was kind, patient, and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend and we would love to bring our dogs back to her 🥰”

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Sarah M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 126 reviews
17 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Deforest, WI, 53532

“Finny had a blast! I got updates every day and I could see how happy and content he was while I was on vacation. I was very comfortable knowing he was safe and having a great time, and when he got home he was good and tired. Thank you so much! I would be super happy to bring him back and would highly recommend.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mattison & Eli H.
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Mattison & Eli H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53718

“Great communication for booking, through their stay, and when we needed to adjust our pick up time. We received pictures of our ladies several times, which brightened our day and helped us feel at ease when we were away. They were very attentive to the different food and medication needs our ladies have. We will definitely use them again for future boarding.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie & Samuel W.
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Katie & Samuel W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
13 repeat clients
20 years of experience
MIDDLETON, WI, 53562

“Katie, Samuel, and their family always take such good care of our Jarvis! They send frequent updates and always make sure that he has everything he needs to be comfortable while there. We know we can always trust them. We look forward to our next booking with them :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Paula R.
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Paula R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 93 reviews
28 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Southeast, DeForest, WI, 53532

“Paula is amazing!! She accommodated my 1-year-old terrier Teo for about 10 days. When I pick Teo up I can instantly tell he’s been happily taken great care of and has enjoyed Paula’s accompany. I couldn’t appreciate Paula more.”

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Kristin & Bruce M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 108 reviews
31 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53719

“Kristin & Bruce were fantastic sitters for Duke. We were able to have peace of mind knowing Duke was being loved by them and their children. Thank you so much!”

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Jessica & Brad G.
Sitter Profile Image: Lindsey C.
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Lindsey C.
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$50
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• 43 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Madison, WI, 53705

“Lindsey did a fantastic job of taking care of Coco. During my trip, I had travel delays and Lindsey was more than accommodating to help with last minute changes. She gave me frequent updates on Coco and I felt very at ease knowing that my fur baby was in very good hands. Would highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brandon & Katy S.
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Brandon & Katy S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Worthington Park, Madison, WI, 53714

“Brandon and Katy are lovely! They were very helpful moving my dog's crate and getting him settled. Sammy had a great time playing and cuddling.”

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Kara B.
Sitter Profile Image: Michelle S.
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Michelle S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
9 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Orchard Ridge Community, Madison, WI, 53711

“It is always a great feeling when we have to leave our dogs with Michelle and her family. We know they are in good hands and get treated like family when they are staying at their house. The daily updates and picture are so appreciated.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Allison C.
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Allison C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Glen Oak Hills, Madison, WI, 53705

“Our three dogs had a great night with Allison! She was easy to work with and laid back. Dogs got to chill on the couch, luxury access to special beds and blankets. Thanks for a great stay!”

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Ceri J.
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Doua Song 'Jenny' & Darin K.
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$55
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Stone Meadows, Madison, WI, 53719

“Our quirky rescue pup was so well taken care of while we were away! In every update we got it was clear that our dog was feeling more and more comfortable and was left in good hands. We will definitely book again!”

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Nicole P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
8 repeat clients
41 years of experience
Cross Plains, WI, 53528

“I would highly recommend Nicole. Her and her family where so great with Lacy. She keep me updated and had Lacy outside every day wish Lacy loves. I would definitely use Nicole in the future.”

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Mary P.
Sitter Profile Image: Ryan & Martha M.
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Ryan & Martha M.
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$41
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 59 reviews
26 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Stone Meadows, Madison, WI, 53719

“We had a couple recent days with Ryan and Martha, they always treat Cosmo so well! He’s very excited to be at their house and I feel very comfortable leaving Cosmo with them!”

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Jessica M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 47 reviews
13 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Rolling Meadows, Madison, WI, 53714

“Jessica was great again. Understood that my dog like to try to escape and kept him safe and his tracking collar charged. I got pictures and updates everyday, I’d use her whenever she’s available!”

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Emily G.
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Kaycee & Robert R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
6 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Heritage Heights, Madison, WI, 53714

“Last minute booking and sitter was super accommodating! Kept me posted with pics and videos. I felt super comfortable and that my pup was in good hands as soon as I walked in the door! Highly highly recommend!”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Waunakee is $45

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Edith is an amazing sitter! She kept our dog so happy and well attended to. Her communication with us, the owners, was A+++++.

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Morton G.
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Very smooth stay. Excellent communication, flexibility in start and end times. Lovely companion dog. Delphie, as a special friend for our dog. Kristina also is wonderful - enthusiastic and friendly, communicated promptly when she had a question. Highly recommend.

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Sherrill W.
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I would not hesitate to have Jenna take care of my fur baby again. I give her the highest recommendation possible.

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Dick V.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Waunakee on Rover is $44 per night as of September 2026. Most bookings cost between $32 and $56 per night. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of September 2026, there are 436 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Waunakee. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

89% of sitters in Waunakee can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Waunakee home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Waunakee.

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Waunakee sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in WI ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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