Dog Boarding in Alameda
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“We are so grateful for the kindness and warmth shown to Minko. They were extremely accommodating, understanding, and genuinely caring throughout the experience. The pictures showed how our pup was treated with such patience and love. Thank you for going above and beyond.”
“Alex took very great care of our dog while my partner and I have to both be away for a week. My dog has rarely been with sitters and is very nervous around new people. Alex has been great at accommodating all of my dog’s needs, and have a great environment to make my dog feels as comfortable as she can. Alex is very prompt with communication, and provided daily picture/video and detailed updates of my dog. Alex has a ton of experience with dogs so I would definitely leave my dog in her care again.”
“Isaac and Jordan were amazing. They sent a good amount of updates and made sure Nemo felt right at home. I look forward to having them watch Nemo again!”
“2nd time with Chantel and my pup feels like family! I so appreciate Chantel’s communication and updates. I feel in the loop about how my guy is doing while I’m away. And he loves play time with his friend Spartan!”
“Erika is an exceptional doggie sitter! My four-legged baby, Nova, is a lively and energetic puppy—full of joy, love, and a whole lot of personality. She can definitely be a handful at times, but Erika handles her with such calm, patient energy that it’s truly impressive. Nova absolutely adores spending time with her and loves being part of the pack. The daily updates and delightful stories Erika shares are a highlight of my day and always bring a smile to my face. Knowing that Nova is in such caring and capable hands gives me complete peace of mind. Erika is truly wonderful!”
“I don't know what magic Lee did, but our food loving, pig-disguised-as-a-dog pet stayed in her bed during dinner time instead of begging at the table like she usually does. Bubbles had a great time!”
About: I’ve been around animals my whole life and genuinely enjoy taking care of them. I’ve helped friends, family, and neighbors with feeding, walks, playtime, and just making sure their pets feel comfortable while they’re away. I’m really attentive to each pet’s routine and personality, whether that means keeping up with high energy dogs or giving extra patience and care to more shy or older pets. I’ll always keep you updated so you feel at ease knowing your pet is in good hands. I work from home which lets me stay present and keep your dog's routine consistent. I like to get out during my lunch and after work (coffee runs around Alameda, check out garage sales and other events happening in the area), so me and your dog gets fresh air and activity. Being home means more attention, regular potty breaks and a comfortable, low stress environment while you're away. I live in a second floor apartment in a really walkable area in Alameda. There's a little communal garden/yard in my complex and Franklin Park is less than 5 minutes away. I feel like my spot works for all types of dogs. If they're high energy we can go on longer walks by the beach and if they're more chill we can just take a slower walk and enjoy the scenery. I keep dogs on leash when we're out and just make sure they feel comfortable and settles while they're away from home.
“Meera was great to work with, very responsive and flexible and sent lots of photos. Took Luna for nice long hikes and was thoughtful enough to ask about allergies before giving any new treats. Would book again!”
“Truly such a great experience for my dog. Stephanie was so nice and flexible with my schedule. I needed a last min booking and Stephanie truly went above and beyond to help accommodate and give my dog a great time. She exposed my pup to some new activities, like bike riding, which he loved!! It was also my pups birthday when she took care of him and she even gave him a little homemade peanut butter lick mat to celebrate. You won’t regret booking with Stephanie if you’re looking for someone to treat your pup like her own! :)”
“I couldn't be happier with our experience with Faye! My dog Pippin absolutely loved her — she came home happy, healthy, and clearly very well cared for. In fact, she’s been a little sad since we got back, which just shows how great the bond was. Faye was very communicative and sent lots of photos during my 2+ week trip — no issues at all, just total peace of mind. Highly recommend!”
About: I’ve cared for dogs both personally and for friends/family, and I genuinely enjoy spending time with them. I’m attentive to routines, feeding schedules, walks, bathroom breaks, play, and making sure dogs feel calm, safe, and loved while their owners are away. I use to work in tech until I got laid off last year and I'm currently looking for my next position. I am therfore home almost all the time to look after your pup. I have a fenced yard and I am almost always in the same room as the dogs and so I'll have my eyes on them at all times.
“Baxter had a great first stay with Kristen and Ryan! He took advantage of various comfy lounging spots in their home as well as sunbathing in their backyard. Baxter was in great shape when I returned. Kristin and Ryan are very friendly and kind, and their communications were clear throughout. I received updates with pictures at least once a day, as requested. I greatly appreciated their flexibility to extend Baxter's stay a bit and coordinate a different pickup arrangement when my trip plans changed. I would certainly book with them again!”
“Inkoo and Freya were great. My dog is a very shy and timid dog but was able to settle in and be comfortable in Inkoo's house in no time. If we find ourselves needing dog sitting services again, Inkoo will be our first call!”
“Chad provided a great sit for my 2 dogs. They were clearly well cared for. Between the two of them, they need a lot of meds and Chad willingly dispensed them. They'll be back! Thanks, Chad.”
“Hy and Arlo were amazing as usual! They took great care of our dog during fireworks, always concerned about his needs and are so flexible and accommodating when we had a flight delay. There’s a reason Clutch always come back happy and loved!”
About: I love dogs and spending time with animals. They say that you should do what you love right? I have experience dealing with small and big dogs. I've volunteered at a pit bull shelter for 3 years when I lived in Missouri. I've also been a dog owner of a dachshund, terrier mix (Chase), that has since taken the rainbow bridge. I work in the service industry so my schedule is flexible. I'm able to spend as much time as needed with your pet. I also have no problem going to clients home to take care of their pets. When your dog is in my care I would take them for a walk for about 30 minutes or longer, granted they are physically able. We would walk either in their neighborhood where they are most comfortable or the nearest park by the residence. I work in the service industry which means my schedule is extremely flexible. My days off start with Tuesday afternoon till Friday afternoon. When I am working, my shifts last no longer than 5hrs. I am the perfect companion for your furry friend. Being a former pet owner myself I know the importance of keeping the floors clean and clear of hazardous items. I also know the importance of keeping a space open on the furniture next to me for maximized cuddle action.(assuming it's allowed). I'm happy to photo bomb you with pictures of our time together, unless stated otherwise.
“Suzanne is a wonderful and trustworthy dog sitter. She has a beautiful property for dogs to roam around safely outside. She also helped with my dogs eye drops and pills with no problem.”
Over 3,371 pet parents in Alameda have booked dog boarding
Alameda dog parents share their Rover experiences
Natasha took good care of Kona and gave us a detailed update multiple times with photos for the night we had Kona over at hers. She understood his personality and was able to help him get familiar with his new environment quick and be a snuggle buddy that he is. Sage was also friendly and got along with him as we saw them going on walks together on the photos. Loved it for Kona that he got to experience Sage and his mama! Kona will for sure be back. Thanks Natasha!
Stephanie is an absolute D R E A M of a boarder. This was my first time leaving my first born son with a stranger and Stephanie really took the time to thoroughly address all of my concerns. Stephanie is patient, caring, thorough, awesome, possum, blossom. How lucky we were to find her. She doesn’t know (until she reads this hehe) that she has provided the best experience for my guy. Stephanie, I appreciate you and your family - thank you immensely. Hands and toes down, will book again!!! You won’t regret it!!!!
Kristen and Ryan were wonderful with our digs Theo & Frodo. They were very communicative, sent pictures and updates daily, gave one pup his daily medicine and we could tell how relaxed and happy they were when we returned. They gave us great peace of mind with our dogs while we were away.
We are so grateful for the kindness and warmth shown to Minko. They were extremely accommodating, understanding, and genuinely caring throughout the experience. The pictures showed how our pup was treated with such patience and love. Thank you for going above and beyond.
Charlene was awesome! She was super friendly and flexible. She was very responsive and gives plenty of updates. Our dogs had a great time playing with the pack. Charlene’s place offers a safe environment for the dogs and provides a good balance of playtime and nap time. She is attentive to any instruction given prior as well. Would highly recommend and will be returning. I believe my dogs did not want to come back home with me after staying there!!
Kelly was amazing! It was our first time leaving LuLu with anyone, and since she’s a quirky, bossy little old lady, we were definitely apprehensive about finding the right person who truly understood the needs of a senior pup. Kelly ended up being the perfect fit. We spent some time getting to know each other beforehand, and we immediately appreciated how thoughtful and prepared Kelly was, not only in making sure she was a good fit for LuLu, but also that LuLu would be a good fit for her. Throughout LuLu’s stay, we received frequent updates, photos, and videos that kept us informed on how her little dogcation was going and each message reassured us that she was in loving and capable hands. We were genuinely able to relax and enjoy our vacation knowing LuLu was getting the best possible care. Thank you again, Kelly!
Alexandra took great care boarding my dog Terry while I was out of town. She sent pictures of him while he was in her care, was a great communicator and even accepted my booking despite me mistakenly booking the following weekend in the app to what I’d intended. Alexandra was incredibly flexible and accepted the booking, despite it being on a holiday weekend! Thanks Alexandra!
Luffy was with Faye for eight days, his longest yet. I went out out of the country on business. Faye took exceptional care of Luffy. Luffy has actually bonded extremely closely with her boyfriend and I would always get updates of him sitting with him or lying with him watching TV. They are both very attentive to him and always make sure his needs are met even though I was very far away I never worried about Luffy once because I knew he was in great hands.
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Alameda is $75 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $525. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Alameda dog boarding rates can be found as low as $33 to as high as $97 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 5,855 sitters provided dog boarding in Alameda. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Alameda dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Alameda have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Alameda.
Rover makes it easy to find Alameda dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 5,855 dog boarding sitters in Alameda on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Alameda, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 88% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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