Dog Boarding West Haven
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“Ron is great with Mima! She is a senior and isn't usually very comfortable staying away from me but every time I take her to Ron's house she walks in without looking back! Leaving her with Ron gives me peace and everytime I pick her up she is happy. :) Whenever we need boarding for Mima, Ron is right at the top of our list! Thank you so much, Ron!!”
“Brittany and Blase i can not recommend them enough. They gave updates and the pictures were awesome. Our dogs always looked liked they were on vacation. I dont think they really wanted to come home. Thank you again. Your love for dogs really shines through.”
“This family took great care of our dog and hamster, I highly recommend. I received pictures throughout our time away and updates on how the animals were doing. I will contact them for our next vacation away from home.”
“For Peanuts third stay with Taylor, she went with Taylor without looking back! At doggycare, she would pull and cry. This is evidence to us that Taylor has already gained Peanut's trust. Since Peanut's typically an anxious dog, we are so thankful she can stay with someone she can trust while we're away!!”
“Lajetta was so great with Frankie. She took fantastic care of him, and sent lots of updates. It was great that she had play dates for him too! We really appreciated her flexibility and communication for pick up and drop off. Would definitely recommend her.”
“Laura has a heart of gold and it’s evident she has a huge place in her heart for dogs. I immediately felt comfortable leaving my pup with her. She kept in contact, sending me videos and pictures daily. She was very accommodating and even arranged for a later than expected pick-up & drop-off. Thank you so much Laura!”
“Hayley and Graham took good care of our girl (A Anja German Shepherd). They had patience with her picky eatting, and tried various things to encourage her to eat. I really appreciated that, especially because this was her first time away from "mom & dad" Daily photos showed she was at ease. Thankyou again.”
“This was our first time leaving a member of our family in someone else’s care. Since it was a five night stay and our dog is extremely affectionate and loves being around people, we were a little nervous at first. But Juan took such great care of her and made us feel completely at ease. We’re so happy that she now has another place where she can feel safe and comfortable. We would absolutely trust Juan to take care of our family again and would love to have her watch her in the future. Thank you so much, Juwan!”
“Barry was great! He took wonderful care of our Bella while we were away. He sent many pictures too. We are so grateful to have found Barry and would definitely use him again!”
“Chaun is great! Clive had such a great time staying with her that he didn’t even want to leave when I picked him up. She is very communicative. I received multiple updates on Clive throughout the day. I would trust Chaun to watch Clive again in the future.”
“A big thanks to Christopher, he made the whole process easy. We were able to relax on vacation knowing he was being cared for through updates and pictures. We definitely recommend him to others!”
“Cassie and her family were amazing!! She even sent me pictures and gave me updates on how my dog Muffin was doing. I was able to fully enjoy my vacation without worrying. I will definitely be booking future stays with her!!”
“Paula is friendly and so knowledgeable. Her dogs were great playmates for my dog, so I got a happy, tired out pup when I came for pick up. Paula was flexible with me on drop off and pick up times due to icy roads - I really appreciated her kind demeanor and quick communication.”
“Rusty just finished his 3rd stay with Jezka, and like before, he was super happy to be with her. It gives me so much peace of mind to know that he gets tons of attention and love while we're traveling. Jezka is definitely our go-to when we need someone to take care of Rusty while we are away!”
“Amy, Jorge and their pup Fozzie hosted my dachshund, Alton, for a week at their home. Alton had a great time with plenty of walks and play time in their fenced backyard. Amy was always quick to respond and sent us awesome portraits of Alton throughout the week. Amy and Jorge obviously love dogs and will be my first choice for sitters next time I go out of town. I'm sure Alton already misses playing with Fozzie!”
“This is my fourth or fifth time leaving Roxy with Briana. Briana is very responsive, sends photos, and finds fun activities for the dogs to participate in. Roxy is excited to go to her home and I will definitely be using her again!”
“Jake was great-he seem to used to dogs (he had dogs in his life growing up) & my dog seem to get along/had fun with his puppy during his stay. Jake was friendly and very accommodating to my schedule, which was helpful for me.”
“Josh and Leah (and Charlotte and Max) took care of our dog Max for two weeks. They sent photos every day were easily communicative giving us updates. They took the dogs on daily long walks. Our pup came home happy and tired! We would absolutely trust them again and hope to book again with them.”
“Gage was absolutely great to work with. He took great care of our Boston Terrier Sasha. We received timely updates about Sasha every single day. This was our first time on Rover and we lucked out with Gage. Such a kind and caring person. Sasha came back happy, very playful and in a great mood. I highly recommend Gage and his pet-sitting services.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in West Haven is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - West Haven
We couldn’t find better care for Luna if we tried! Everytime we’ve left Luna with Shruti and her girls, she has come back happy and thoroughly entertained, which has allowed us to enjoy our time away from her absolutely sure she’s taken care of well. We receive frequent updates and appreciate that all her needs are met in a loving, caring environment. We are so glad to have found Shruti and her family!
Kerian was fantastic! She took great care of my big Irish Wolfhound baby and taught him so many things! She was very patient and sent me lots of photos, videos and a great summary of things I could reinforce with him at home. It is always hard to leave a pup with someone and I’m so happy I chose her. She is very skilled, flexible, gentle and caring! I was hoping for him to be well cared for and I got this and so much more!
I am so grateful to have found Hannah, Spencer and their lovely pup Hazel to watch Hero when we are traveling. It was his second stay with this lovely family. I received regular updates and pictures from them which really helped me enjoy my vacation. Hero loves being with Hazel and always comes back happy and healthy. Thank you for loving Hero like your own and I sure hope that Hero gets to be with you again on our next vacation!
From our first meet and greet through his first stay with Dylan, our rambunctious adolescent boy Lowell was in excellent hands. Dylan kept Lowell busy and happy and kept us informed with frequent photos and videos. He even spent some time working through some training exercises! Since this was Lowell's first time with an unknown sitter, I was anxious. Dylan's calm and confident nature put me completely at ease. I feel confident that we'll reach out to Dylan whenever we need a sitter again.
My little dog Waffle is very timid and doesn’t warm up to many people. With that said, she LOVES Stephanie. She lets her give her belly rubs, which she reserves for very special people she trusts. The other thing that is wonderful for Waffle are the other dogs that Stephanie watches. Waffle loves them and has a ball playing with them. Stephanie as a nice size yard for the dogs to enjoy. Stephanie is the best!
Great communication, provided updates and pictures. Thanks so much for taking good care of my pup for 4 nights when I had a family emergency. He means so much to me and my kids. It was so helpful knowing he was left in good hands. I could tell you walked him a lot when they spelled out w.a.l.k in lieu of saying the word, he gets so excited. Apologies again for the text meant for my buddy…
We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter than Kendall! She was genuinely caring, attentive, and treated our dogs like her own. Her communication was top-notch—she kept us updated with clear check-ins and sent fantastic photos throughout, which gave us total peace of mind while we were away. Most importantly, our dogs absolutely loved her! We will definitely be reaching out to her again.
Once again Teddy loved his stay with Morgan. Morgan went above and beyond when Teddy landed on a stick jumping around playing ball. Morgan took him to the vet and made sure he followed directions gave him all his meds and made him chicken, rice and vegetables. Thank you Morgan!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in West Haven is $48 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $36 and $73 per night. On Rover, 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 November 2026, there are 2,398 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across West Haven. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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.
94% of sitters in West Haven 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 West Haven 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 West Haven.
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in West Haven. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 94% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
You and your West Haven 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 OR 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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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