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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, 5% cashback, $20,000 vet protection. $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, $20,000 vet protection on every stay.

Find a Boston dog boarder0% owner fee. 5% cashback. $20,000 vet protection.

Up to 90%

of every booking kept by the sitter

$20,000

vet expenses covered per booking

200k+

pet parents on the platform

4.9 / 5

average sitter rating

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.

$20,000 vet protection included

Every Petme booking includes up to $20,000 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 $20,000 vet protection cover in Boston?

Every Petme booking includes up to $20,000 in emergency veterinary coverage. 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.