Pet Boarding Wood River
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“Chelsea was absolutely amazing. She responds quickly and even sent both pictures and videos of my baby boy! She followed and respected my request on how I wanted my baby to be watched. She is kind and very professional. Will be 100% be booking with her again.”
“We had a great experience leaving our Aussidoodle, Willie, with Cynthia and her sweet lab, Luna. I received numerous pictures and was happy to know Willie had a very large, fenced in yard for roaming and exercise. Cynthia treated Willie like her own and gave positive feedback about his stay. I won't hesitate to request Cynthia for future boarding.”
About: I have 15+ years of experience in pet care. I’ve own dogs my entire life. I have pet CPR and first aid certification. I work with rescue groups and have fostered many animals through them. I know how to administer medications and shot, I clean ears. I own 2 wonderful babies myself (Jack and gwenie). I have watched and array of dogs outside of my shelter job. Book with me and you dogs will be taken care of with so much love. I currently work remotely 2 days a week but I work 8hrs. I typically wake up at 3 am and I leave my home around 7am then come back around 3 pm. I am flexible in my schedule please communicate with me about scheduling and your pups needs I have a fenced in yard and 2 wonderful pups. It is really important that I meet your dog and my pups meet your dog to make sure we have a good fit. Your dog safety and my dog safety is extremely important. I do not want harm to come to any.
“Angela B. Was the best I could have ever had to leave my pet with. My dog Rogue had so much fun. She got a lot of attention and affection. Angela sent pictures and videos to assure me that Rogue was doing okay. I will definitely be taking her back for play dates and other vacations”
“Christina did a wonderful job with our dog. Our dog is skiddish, and she [our dog] warmed up to Christina in no time. We will definitely use Christina next time. Highly, highly recommend her.”
“Very great experience. My puppy loved being there. She was able to accommodate my super random fluid schedule and was able to watch my puppy for me. Will definitely be using Nicole again!! Kept me updated as well on Bane and how he was doing.”
“Linda and Dwight are absolutely amazing! Our boys loved overnighting with them. Medicine was administered properly and correctly and updates were plentiful which we were incredibly grateful for. Finding someone you trust to watch your pets is so stressful. I can assure you that if you choose Linda and Dwight, you will be delighted with how happy your pets will be.”
“Laronna is a very friendly and warm dogsitter. We did a meet-and-greet first which went well, followed by leaving my dog with her for 4 nights. She got to play with Laronna's dog. She sent an update with pictures each night, which was appreciated while I was out of town. I plan to leave my dog with her again, since it worked out well.”
“Raven displayed great customer service and brings positive energy. Dropping off and picking up my dog was a breeze. I can't thank her enough. I will definitely use her again when I travel.”
“Keri was so wonderful to welcome Mica into her home. Keri is flexible, accommodating and very responsive. The video, picture and updates I received showed Mica comfortable and happy. Thank you, Keri! If we’re back in the area, would love to have Mica stay with you again.”
“I was SO nervous leaving my Gracie for a few days, and I've never been away longer than a day from her. I can honestly say I wouldn't mind having Gracie go back to play. They sent me several videos and pictures everyday so I could see her. It looked like she was having so much fun!? I will definitely be having them watch Gracie again !!!!”
“I was a nervous mom when it comes to where my fur baby was going to stay while I went on vacation and I am so thankful that I ran into Laura on the rover.com site she was so very nice and warm and always smiling made things very easy and she sent me pictures and videos of my dog so that I could still feel close and be part of his life.. my dog loved her so much that I'm not so sure he wanted to come home with me lol”
“Thank you Tehya for accommodating us. She was very sweet and kind. Nice clean home. Huge fenced backyard and plenty of inside space. She sent pictures and kept in communication everyday. I am very grateful and pleased that she took in our little Missy. Will definitely book again and again.”
“Francie was fantastic! With all of the dogs that she was sitting for she found the time to snap photos of my 2 girls, and keep me updated while i was apart from them! They came home tired, which means that they played exceedingly! I will definitely be bringing them back!”
“Jennifer is a wonderful sitter! My pup Auggie had a great time with her and her pups. She sent lots of pics and just the right amount of communication. She took excellent care of Auggie! Thank you Jennifer!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Wood River is $40
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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Wood River on Rover is $26 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 965 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Wood River. About 92% of Wood River sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
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.
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.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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 IL ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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