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In-home dog boarding in Boston

Your dog stays in a real Boston home. Brownstone, triple-decker, Seaport tower. 0% owner fee, cashback, $22,000 Protection Plan. $50 to $115 per night.

Boston is a small, walkable city where dog life runs on neighborhoods, not yards. Petme dog boarders here live in the same buildings as you. South End brownstones, Cambridge triple-deckers, Allston walk-ups, Seaport condo towers. Walks along the Charles River Esplanade, the Common, the Esplanade, the Arnold Arboretum, or Castle Island. Same sitter every booking, $22,000 Protection Plan on every stay.

Find a Boston dog boarder0% owner fee. Cashback. $22,000 Protection Plan.

Up to 90%

of every booking kept by the sitter

$22,000

vet expenses covered per booking

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Verified pet sitters in Boston

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Tindra Cronkhite

From $15

Availability confirmed 5d ago

🐾 Your Pet’s New Best Friend 🐾 • reliable, in the crazy city life • experienced with dogs & cats • young woman who loves to be active

Boston

Saleia

From $35

Availability confirmed 15d ago

fun and loving!

Boston

Ty

From $22

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Keeping tails wagging!

Boston

Jami

From $40

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Caring for your fur babies like my own!

Boston

Mariana

From $10

Availability confirmed 7d ago

meow! mari’s got you!

Cambridge

Ashley

From $30

Availability confirmed 12d ago

A dogs love is unconditional :)

Somerville

Ysa

From $10

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Experienced with reactive, high-energy, and social dogs! I know how to keep every walk safe, calm, and fun.

Cambridge

Pat Tehan

From $14

Availability confirmed 7d ago

College student in Boston with years of dog and cat experience, loving dependable pet care you can trust.

Boston

Michelle

From $18

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Animals have always been a huge part of my life. With years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and cats, I provide safe, dependable, and loving care so you can have peace of mind while you’re away

Boston

Gianna Torres

From $20

Availability confirmed 13d ago

I’m a Boston-based registered nurse and lifelong pet lover with experience caring for pets of all sizes, from energetic puppies to gentle giants. I want you to feel completely at ease knowing your pet

Boston

Aldair Serrano

From $50

Availability confirmed 6d ago

I love pets; it would make me very happy to look after your animal

Revere

Leo

From $10

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Became a dad dog at age 10. Now I’m 21 with a cat who needs to pounce my feet through a blanket before he can go to bed

Boston

margalit shapiro-katz

From $30

Availability confirmed 15d ago

Veterinary assistant, Fear Free certified, and lifelong animal lover committed to treating your pets like family with expert care and lots of affection

Boston

Keira

From $10

Availability confirmed today

Caring, responsible and communicative animal lover looking to spend more time with pets while helping out pet owners in need! ⭐️

Milton

Meghan Masterson

From $25

Availability confirmed 4d ago

experienced pet care you can trust

Waltham

Caroline

From $20

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Life long pet lover and owner

Newton

Maggie Mullen

From $20

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Hull

Elyana Canas

From $20

Availability confirmed 11d ago

A safe option with lots of love!

Tewksbury

Jamilyn Boyle

From $17

Availability confirmed 13d ago

lifelong animal lover looking to walk dogs and do drop ins for dogs, cats, and any other small animals! I’ve had pets my entire life, from hamsters to big dogs I love them all with my whole heart!

Abington

Linh

From $23

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Your pet’s favorite aunt 🩷

Framingham

Maria

From $85

5(1)

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Pampered Pet! I give lots of updates and photos for your peace of mind. Happy to take special needs/elderly dogs as well. We love them all!

Sudbury

Valeria

From $20

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Brockton

Serene Pet Care

From $30

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Serene care for your furry family 🐾 Home-based, loving & trusted.

Whitman

Hannah

From $25

Availability confirmed 15d ago

Welcome new friends animal and human :)

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What in-home Boston dog boarding really is

A real Boston home, not a kennel.

Boston brownstones, triple-deckers, and apartments rarely have private yards. Local Petme dog boarders live in the same setups, so the boarding routine mirrors urban dog life: 3 to 4 leash walks per day, indoor enrichment between walks, and the same Boston Common, Charles River Esplanade, Peters Park, or Arnold Arboretum routes your dog already knows.

The relationship compounds. Same sitter every booking, your dog learns the apartment and the local routine. Different from a kennel: no rotating staff, no concrete-run boarding, no nervous taxi ride to a stranger.

In a real Boston home

South End brownstone, Cambridge triple-decker, Allston walk-up, Seaport condo tower, Jamaica Plain bungalow with a yard. Filter by housing type in the app.

On the routes your dog knows

Boston Common pre-9am off-leash window, Charles River Esplanade, Peters Park dog park, Arnold Arboretum, Castle Island ocean loop, Fresh Pond Reservation. Local sitters know them all.

Boston-specific boarding considerations

What the Boston playbook covers.

Winter paw care + cobblestones

December to March road salt and Beacon Hill / North End brick-paver cobblestones tear up paws. Boston sitters carry paw balm, rinse between blocks, and route around the worst stretches.

University move-in / move-out

Late August / early September move-in and mid-May move-out drive Boston's peak boarding windows. Lock in 3 to 4 weeks ahead for those periods.

Marathon Monday + Sox / Pats

Marathon Monday closures, Red Sox night-game crowds, Patriots playoff Sundays affect Back Bay, Fenway, and Seaport bookings. Sitters route walks around closures.

$22,000 Protection Plan included

Every Petme booking includes up to $22,000 in vet expenses if something happens during the stay. Angell Animal Medical Center, MSPCA-Angell Boston, BluePearl Waltham, every licensed Boston-area clinic. No deductible.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions about Boston dog boarding

How much does dog boarding cost in Boston?

Boston-area in-home boarding typically runs $40-$80 per night. Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and South End sit on the higher end; Allston, Dorchester, and parts of Somerville are usually more affordable. Petme charges 0% owner commission.

Are there sitters near the Charles River Esplanade or Arnold Arboretum?

Yes, many Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and Cambridge sitters walk along the Charles. Jamaica Plain and Roslindale sitters use Arnold Arboretum and Franklin Park. Each neighborhood has its dog-walking culture and regular routes.

Do Boston sitters accept dogs without yard access?

Yes, most do. Boston brownstones, triple-deckers, and apartments rarely have private yards, and our local sitters live in the same setups. Expect 3-4 leash walks per day plus indoor enrichment. Filter by "apartment-friendly" when browsing.

How do Boston sitters handle winter weather?

Experienced Boston sitters salt-aware (paw rinses after walks), use booties for ice and rock salt, and adjust walk lengths during storms or sub-freezing temperatures. Discuss winter routines and your dog's gear during the meet-and-greet.

What does the $22,000 Protection Plan cover in Boston?

Every Petme booking includes up to $22,000 through the Protection Plan. If your dog needs urgent care at Angell Animal Medical Center, Cummings School VTH, BluePearl Waltham, or another 24-hour clinic during a stay, eligible costs are covered.

Can I find boarding during marathon weekend or college move-in?

Marathon Monday weekend and college move-in (late August / early September) are peak demand windows, especially in Back Bay, South End, Cambridge, and Allston. Book 3-4 weeks ahead for those periods.