Dog Boarding San Diego
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“Absolutely 5 stars. I would leave 10 stars if I could. Melissa is great at taking care of my pup. So understanding and caring. Also se sends pics and updates frequently which is so comforting. I hope she will be our pup sitter FOREVER!”
“Kaitlin and her husband were great! They were flexible and gave me regular updates on how my pup was doing during his weeklong stay. Plus, their place looked well-equipped for dog-sitting with plenty of water, outdoor space, a doggy-door, and beds. Thank you!”
“Our dog sitter of 6 years moved, and we were so nervous about finding someone new to care for our pups. We are so grateful to have found Robin & Rahn! Our dogs have stayed with them 3 times now, and are excited each time they go for a visit. We appreciate the love, attention, and care that Robin & Rahn give to our babies. They give us plenty of updates during each stay, and are very responsive.”
“We recently had the pleasure of having Chanel take care of our beloved Frankie while we were away on vacation. From the very beginning, it was evident that Chanel is a true dog lover and that she would treat our pet with the utmost care and attention. Communication: 5/5 From the start, Chanel's communication was excellent. She was quick to respond to messages and always kept us informed about her availability and plans for taking care of Frankie. We truly appreciated the daily updates and pictures she sent, which put our minds at ease and allowed us to enjoy our vacation without any worries about our dog's well-being. Walks and Exercise: 5/5 Chanel went above and beyond to ensure that Frankie received plenty of exercise and outdoor time. She took our dog on daily walks and even explored some local parks and trails to give Frankie a variety of experiences. We could tell from the pictures that Frankie was having a great time and enjoying the fresh air and exercise. Overall Well-Being and Good Spirits: 5/5 When we returned home, we were greeted by a happy and well-cared-for dog. Frankie was in great spirits, and it was clear that she had bonded with Chanel during our time away. Chanel had also made sure that Frankie was well-fed and had fresh water available at all times. The fact that our dog was so happy and comfortable is a testament to Chanel's skills and dedication as a pet sitter. Home Care: 5/5 Chanel ensured that Frankie felt right at home during her stay at Chanel's place. It was evident that Chanel had created a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for our dog. Chanel maintained a well-kept space, which is important for the health and happiness of pets in her care. We were grateful for the peace of mind knowing that Frankie was in a nurturing home environment while we were away. Overall, we couldn't be more pleased with Chanel's services as a rover. Her genuine love for dogs, combined with her professionalism and attention to detail, make her the perfect choice for anyone in need of pet care. We highly recommend Chanel and will certainly be booking her services again in the future. Thank you, Chanel, for taking such great care of Frankie”
“Chau was the best. Rocket had such a good stay with her and the other couple dogs that I think he's a little bummed to be home. She was incredibly easy to communicate with and sent me happy updates in photos every several hours. Such a great find in a dog care person!”
“Madelyn is great with my (normally anxious/nervous) pup! She is always very communicative and sends lots of photos. I’m very appreciative that my pup is comfortable/happy during her visits ♥️”
About: I have a Mini Australian Shepard of my own who is 3 years old, whom I trained myself. He is very well behaved. Additionally, I’ve been a dog and cat sitter for friends and family over the past 5 years. My service will include lots of walks, love, and play time with your pet. I’m currently working part-time so I have plenty of time to play with your pups! I’m available all day on weekends and on weekdays after 6 p.m. Although I live in an apartment, I do have access to 2 fenced dog parks across the street and I live close to Balboa park which makes for great walks!
“Michelle is amazing! She cared for our Blue as if he were her own. She took him on regular walks and always kept me updated with sweet messages and pictures. Her dogs were wonderful hosts too—they all welcomed Blue into their home with open paws! I highly recommend booking Michelle. She’s reliable, trustworthy, and truly loves animals.”
“Ana is my go-to sitter in San Diego! My dog gets anxious away from home and Ana created a calm and welcoming environment. He’s also a picky eater but takes oral medication everyday. Ana was able to ensure he was taking his meds. It was such a relief having someone so wonderful and attentive watching him while I was away. I also appreciated all the communication—lots of photos and texts describing daily walks and activities and anything that was out of the normal. Can’t recommend Ana enough!”
“highly recommend Zaira for your next trip! She is a very caring dog owner and sent lots of updates while watching Murphy and was very accommodating with pick up and drop off times. Her dog Malik is very sweet!”
“Maya enjoyed her stay once again! Thanks for taking such great care of her and sending fun updates of her day while we were out of town. She can’t wait for her next visit!”
“Chris and Shane were great to work with an d tok great care of our Dolly . Dolly loved staying with them . We will definitely be having her stay with them again . Thank you both very much”
“Araceli was great with my two corgis. She kept me updated throughout my time away with pictures and videos. My doggos had the best time and I plan to rebook with her the next time I need a sitter.”
“I was so happy to find Amy available for a quick weekend to San Diego. My Navi is so shy and introverted I wasn’t sure how she would be with another dog in the house, but I think it made her more comfortable. They went on long walks together and Amy sent lots of pictures of her enjoying herself. She even ate which she rarely does on “vacation.” I will definitely use Amy again in the future.”
“Natasha was incredibly attentive to our 8 month old pup and communicated regular updates! I appreciated that she asked how frequently we wanted updates to help set expectations upfront. She made sure our pup was not just well taken care of but engaged and exercised regularly, plus she kept up with training which was a bonus. We even went through travel delays getting home and she was flexible to accommodate the extra time, it was great knowing our dog was taken care of and didn't add to the stress of travel. We would absolutely use Natasha again.”
“We’ve left our dog, Jenkins, with Melanie a few times and each time she has been great! Easy to communicate with, sends us frequent updates, and Jenkins loves going to her place.”
“Claudia is amazing! She is very thoughtful, considerate, and detail-oriented when it comes to dog sitting/boarding. My senior pups loved her. Highly recommended!”
“Kat and Joe are amazing! At the initial meet and greet they asked lots of questions which made me feel reassured that my dog was in good hands. I really like that they post picture updates and are very active, taking her for walks to the nearby dog park. A friendly couple, easy to work with, and you can tell they really care. Highly recommend! ”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in San Diego is $63
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - San Diego
Jennifer was such an amazing dog sitter! She watched our two dogs for a long weekend, despite one of them still healing from a mass removal on his side. She took great care of him and his wound looked so healed when we picked them up! Our dogs clearly loved her and her boyfriend, and she sent us lots of great photos of the dogs snuggled up with them on the couch.
Sandra was absolutely awesome! Our original dog-sitting arrangements fell through right before our wedding in San Diego, and we were so lucky to find her. She was incredibly kind, accommodating, and made the whole process so much easier for us. She even went above and beyond by bringing Kazu to our cocktail hour so the three of us could take photos together on our special day! 🥹🤍 That meant so much to us. The three of us are so grateful for Sandra and everything she did for us. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to care for Kazu!
Quiyonni and her family took such wonderful care of our girlie! It was incredibly comforting knowing she was not only well cared for, but genuinely adored while we were away. We loved receiving photos and updates—they gave us such peace of mind and helped us feel connected to her while we were gone. We would absolutely trust Quiyonni and her family with our girl again and would happily bring her back!
Duke and Lola absolutely loved Ilana and had the best time staying with her! 🥰 Before their stay, she took the time to do a meet and greet with us so she could get to know them, their personalities, and their routines, which we really appreciated. While we were away, she sent us tons of updates, photos, and videos that truly made our day and gave us so much peace of mind knowing they were happy and having fun. She took them on long walks, gave them plenty of attention, and Duke especially loved getting to go on car rides with her! 🐾❤️ We could tell Duke and Lola were comfortable, well cared for, and having an amazing time. We will definitely be booking with Ilana again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can trust with their pups!
I was so happy to find Amy available for a quick weekend to San Diego. My Navi is so shy and introverted I wasn’t sure how she would be with another dog in the house, but I think it made her more comfortable. They went on long walks together and Amy sent lots of pictures of her enjoying herself. She even ate which she rarely does on “vacation.” I will definitely use Amy again in the future.
Gabriela was wonderful with Duke! She was patient, experienced, and matched his energy perfectly. Her bubbly personality and daily photos gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. We felt 100% comfortable trusting her with Duke and would absolutely book with her again!
Ben is great! We knew the first time we met him that he loved dogs and they loved him. This was our first time using River and we couldn’t have found a better sitter. Sophie had a great time at his place. He sent us updates and photos while we were on our trip. We highly recommend Ben!
Felicia was wonderful! She was great to work with— communication and helpfulness were amazing. She was also incredible with my sensitive boy!! He was excited to see her on day 2, which is pretty significant for him— which says a lot about her and her ability to connect and feel safe to pups! It was a huge relief knowing he was taken good care of and was very content.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in San Diego on Rover is $54.39 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 Dog 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 Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 4,227 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across San Diego. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
95% of San Diego sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which San Diego landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their San Diego 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 San Diego.
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.
You and your San Diego 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 CA 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.
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