Dog Boarding in West Branch, IA
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“I have been trusting Jason for a while now and he is always my go to. I always know my dog is in good care with him and never have to worry. Thank you for being the best Jason !”
“Lori was so accommodating to us and after meeting for the first time, we knew our dog would be in wonderful hands. We appreciated the photos and updates along the way!”
“Jake is so easy to work with. My dog had a great time while we were away. He’s always on the anxious side and Jake and his dog, Walter made him feel comfy. I didn’t worry at all while we were out of town. Thanks again!”
“Madison took great care of our German Shepherd, Bruno. She met us prior to boarding and also provided pick up & drop off. We are sure Bruno had a great time at Madison’s based on updates we received. Will certainly rebook in future.”
“Pip had a wonderful time at Emily’s home with her and her Fiancés dog Frankie! Emily was flexible with scheduling pickup and drop off times and sent plenty of fun photos! Pip will be visiting again!”
“So amazing! This was Greta’s first time with Adela and she love, love, loved it! Her dogs were awesome with Greta and her household super loving! 15 inches of snow that first night and Adela didn’t mind a bit. We needed an extra night because of it and Adela and family were so happy about it. Highly recommend them! We’ll be back!”
“Jackie was a wonderful sitter for our pup! She treated her with such affection, we felt like we were leaving her with a dear friend. I could see how happy our dog was at Jackie’s home from the photos she sent. She was such a joy to work with and will do so again!”
“Great sitters! They included our dog in everything extra they did with their own dogs. They knew she loves to hike/explore, go on rides, play & she loves to cuddle and they did it all!! We would definitely recommend them as they treated her like their own.”
About: I have been around dogs my whole life growing up on a horse farm. My daughter Clementine is the neighborhood dog lover. She knows all of our neighbor’s dogs and sees this as an opportunity to do what she loves and earn some savings. I work from home and my daughter is home, other than school during the day. We have a Bernedoodle who we walk and also loves dogs. We’re an active family and we enjoy playing outside. We have a large yard. We use an underground fence, so no physical fence in our yard. We would ensure all visiting dogs are leashed.
“Anne and her wonderful family took such loving care of our 2-year-old lab-mix, Fern while we were on a 6 day vacation. They loved on her, walked her, played with her and Anne sent multiple photos and updates each day to show us what she was up to. Our girl can be nervous around new dogs, especially those with big energy. Anne respected this to the highest degree- at our meet & greet Fern didn’t feel comfortable with one of Anne’s dogs, but loved her other dog. Anne was quick to read this dynamic and her solution was great! Her house is set up such that dogs who get along well stay together on one level of the house, away from dogs that they don’t feel comfy with, and they rotate where the dogs hang out. They all get equal amounts of abundant attention and love. Anne is amazing with dogs- she even worked with Fern on her leash walking skills (aka our lack of skills lol) and gave us some great tips on how to continue working with her. Fern had a blast, she has been sleeping hard for the past 4 hours since we got home, probably dreaming about her magical time at Anne’s. We will absolutely take her back & we 10/10 recommend Anne and her family.”
“this was my first time using rover. Beckett watched my mom’s dogs with little notice and cared for them for 5 days while my mom was in the hospital. The dogs came home happy and worn out!! Absolutely will be using again for my own dogs!!”
“If we could rate more than 5 stars we would! It’s stressful leaving your pets behind while you go on a trip, but we knew they were in good care with the daily updates and photos we received. We would recommend them to anyone looking for pet care. Thanks Sydney and Michael!”
“So happy to have left our pup with Tiffany and her family! He made himself at home and had a much better time than at a boarding kennel. Will absolutely rebook again!”
“Kenneth and his family were wonderful pet people! They work at home and have a high schooler, and live near great play places. My pup enjoyed playing with their dog and came home tired and happy. Got several updates through my trip with pics. I would have no reservations reserving with them again!”
“Kelly treated my dog as one of her own! She took him on walks, made him a special Sunday breakfast, and let him play in the kiddie pool with her 2 other dogs all weekend. I will absolutely be rebooking with her if I ever need boarding services in the future.”
“These guys really came through when I was in a bind. We had last minute plans pop up that weren’t pet friendly and they responded that they were able to watch our puppies very quickly and sent daily updates on how they were doing while they were caring for them. When we returned to pick up the babies they were happy and as excited as ever.”
“Melissa was great! She was flexible with the hours/days and prompt on returning messages. She updated us with photos of our kittens while we were away.”
“Went above and beyond took great care of my pup definitely would recommend. Sent daily updates and cute pictures and best of all she didn’t put my pup in a cage the whole time so she was always able to stretch her legs whenever she wanted.”
“Maverick had a good time!! He came home the same dog I dropped off (which is 💯 a relief) and he made friends with a tiny dog! Also very appreciative for a shorter notice booking.”
“Jena did a great job taking care of my Daisy. She responded quickly when requesting to book for the weekend and communicated from the start. Jena sent pictures and a video while we were away and I could tell Daisy was having a ball. Her love for dogs is evident. I had one happy and tired pup when we got home.”
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Jason W.
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“I have been trusting Jason for a while now and he is always my go to. I always know my dog is in good care with him and never have to worry. Thank you for being the best Jason !”
Lori P.
“Lori was so accommodating to us and after meeting for the first time, we knew our dog would be in wonderful hands. We appreciated the photos and updates along the way!”
Jake M.Star Sitter
“Jake is so easy to work with. My dog had a great time while we were away. He’s always on the anxious side and Jake and his dog, Walter made him feel comfy. I didn’t worry at all while we were out of town. Thanks again!”
Madison S.Star Sitter
“Madison took great care of our German Shepherd, Bruno. She met us prior to boarding and also provided pick up & drop off. We are sure Bruno had a great time at Madison’s based on updates we received. Will certainly rebook in future.”
Emily A.
“Pip had a wonderful time at Emily’s home with her and her Fiancés dog Frankie! Emily was flexible with scheduling pickup and drop off times and sent plenty of fun photos! Pip will be visiting again!”
Adela H.Star Sitter
“So amazing! This was Greta’s first time with Adela and she love, love, loved it! Her dogs were awesome with Greta and her household super loving! 15 inches of snow that first night and Adela didn’t mind a bit. We needed an extra night because of it and Adela and family were so happy about it. Highly recommend them! We’ll be back!”
Jackie C.Star Sitter
“Jackie was a wonderful sitter for our pup! She treated her with such affection, we felt like we were leaving her with a dear friend. I could see how happy our dog was at Jackie’s home from the photos she sent. She was such a joy to work with and will do so again!”
Cody & Ashley S.
“Great sitters! They included our dog in everything extra they did with their own dogs. They knew she loves to hike/explore, go on rides, play & she loves to cuddle and they did it all!! We would definitely recommend them as they treated her like their own.”
Isaac S.
About: I have been around dogs my whole life growing up on a horse farm. My daughter Clementine is the neighborhood dog lover. She knows all of our neighbor’s dogs and sees this as an opportunity to do what she loves and earn some savings. I work from home and my daughter is home, other than school during the day. We have a Bernedoodle who we walk and also loves dogs. We’re an active family and we enjoy playing outside. We have a large yard. We use an underground fence, so no physical fence in our yard. We would ensure all visiting dogs are leashed.
Anne N.Star Sitter
“Anne and her wonderful family took such loving care of our 2-year-old lab-mix, Fern while we were on a 6 day vacation. They loved on her, walked her, played with her and Anne sent multiple photos and updates each day to show us what she was up to. Our girl can be nervous around new dogs, especially those with big energy. Anne respected this to the highest degree- at our meet & greet Fern didn’t feel comfortable with one of Anne’s dogs, but loved her other dog. Anne was quick to read this dynamic and her solution was great! Her house is set up such that dogs who get along well stay together on one level of the house, away from dogs that they don’t feel comfy with, and they rotate where the dogs hang out. They all get equal amounts of abundant attention and love. Anne is amazing with dogs- she even worked with Fern on her leash walking skills (aka our lack of skills lol) and gave us some great tips on how to continue working with her. Fern had a blast, she has been sleeping hard for the past 4 hours since we got home, probably dreaming about her magical time at Anne’s. We will absolutely take her back & we 10/10 recommend Anne and her family.”
Beckett H.
“this was my first time using rover. Beckett watched my mom’s dogs with little notice and cared for them for 5 days while my mom was in the hospital. The dogs came home happy and worn out!! Absolutely will be using again for my own dogs!!”
Sydney & Michael S.
“If we could rate more than 5 stars we would! It’s stressful leaving your pets behind while you go on a trip, but we knew they were in good care with the daily updates and photos we received. We would recommend them to anyone looking for pet care. Thanks Sydney and Michael!”
Tiffany S.Star Sitter
“So happy to have left our pup with Tiffany and her family! He made himself at home and had a much better time than at a boarding kennel. Will absolutely rebook again!”
Kenneth G.
“Kenneth and his family were wonderful pet people! They work at home and have a high schooler, and live near great play places. My pup enjoyed playing with their dog and came home tired and happy. Got several updates through my trip with pics. I would have no reservations reserving with them again!”
Kelly A.
“Kelly treated my dog as one of her own! She took him on walks, made him a special Sunday breakfast, and let him play in the kiddie pool with her 2 other dogs all weekend. I will absolutely be rebooking with her if I ever need boarding services in the future.”
Ming & Makenna W.Star Sitter
“These guys really came through when I was in a bind. We had last minute plans pop up that weren’t pet friendly and they responded that they were able to watch our puppies very quickly and sent daily updates on how they were doing while they were caring for them. When we returned to pick up the babies they were happy and as excited as ever.”
Melissa & Joe I.
“Melissa was great! She was flexible with the hours/days and prompt on returning messages. She updated us with photos of our kittens while we were away.”
Danny P.Star Sitter
“Went above and beyond took great care of my pup definitely would recommend. Sent daily updates and cute pictures and best of all she didn’t put my pup in a cage the whole time so she was always able to stretch her legs whenever she wanted.”
Rachael S.
“Maverick had a good time!! He came home the same dog I dropped off (which is 💯 a relief) and he made friends with a tiny dog! Also very appreciative for a shorter notice booking.”
Jena F.Star Sitter
“Jena did a great job taking care of my Daisy. She responded quickly when requesting to book for the weekend and communicated from the start. Jena sent pictures and a video while we were away and I could tell Daisy was having a ball. Her love for dogs is evident. I had one happy and tired pup when we got home.”
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As of Jul 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in West Branch is $35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most West Branch dog boarding rates can be found as low as $27to as high as $46 per night.
As of Jul 2025, 145 sitters provided dog boarding in West Branch. 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 West Branch dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in West Branch have an average of 17 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 West Branch.
Rover makes it easy to find West Branch 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 145 dog boarding sitters in West Branch on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In West Branch, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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