Dog Boarding Alameda
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“Megan and Jenny were amazing! They watched our dog, Beni, while we were out of the country for over two weeks for vacation and sent us daily, adorable, photo updates of him relaxing and playing with the other dogs that overlapped with his stay. He came back happy and healthy and seemed to have the best time. We were joking that he got to go on a vacation too! Will definitely book them to watch Beni again.”
“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.”
“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!”
“Faye and her boyfriend were INCREDIBLE with my little Luna. For the first time I didn’t feel anxiety leaving my fur baby, and felt completely at peace! She kept me updated the whole weekend and answered any questions I had. Thank you to Faye and her boyfriend, I will absolutely book again!!”
“Arryonna was absolutely amazing!! She took great care of our wild puppy for a whole weekend. She updated me daily with pics & videos. We met ahead of time to be sure everything felt comfortable when introducing our pup to her own animals. I can’t say enough good things about our experience”
“Preston had his first visit with Lee yesterday. He’s high energy when other dogs are around and absolutely enjoyed his afternoon playing with her and the other dogs. Lee was attentive, provided great updates and overall made us feel comfortable leaving Preston with her. We cannot thank her enough!”
“Issac and Jordan were amazing! They had great communication before and during my pup’s stay. They provided photo updates and my pup had a great time- he was sad to leave them. I would highly recommend Issac and Jordan!”
“Aida took excellent care of Bamse and gave him plenty of attention and walks through out the day. She also communicated well with us and gave updates and photos. I definitely recommend her to other dog owners!”
“Sherry is an AMAZING dog sitter!! I trusted her to care for my sweet but nervous 50lb girl, Ellie, and I could not have asked for a better sitter. Sherry was so thorough, she sent plenty of updates throughout and put me at ease! She was super responsive to my dog’s needs, and I could see Ellie just melting and falling in love with her through the updates. She’s got a lovely, clean and safe apartment and she is obviously someone who knows dogs well. I would trust Sherry with dog sitting ANY day! Highly recommend.”
“Kelly was so attentive and loving of my Baby. It was my first time boarding my cat and I was immediately at ease upon meeting Kelly and seeing the space. She was also very professional and communicative and kind- a pleasure to work with.”
“Chad was really great with our 2 year old boxer. Fast communication, pictures and updates everyday, and it was clear our dog enjoyed her stay - which was important because she can get separation anxiety. Thanks so much, Chad!”
“Charlene is an amazing sitter! I really like that she has a big enclosed yard for all the dogs to roam and play. She is quick to respond and gave great updates with pictures and videos. I can tell my dog Lily felt comfortable being there and I felt reassured leaving my pup with her as it was Lily’s first time boarding. Thank you so much Charlene for taking such great care of my Lily! Definitely will be rebooking with Charlene again!”
“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.”
“Kennia took great care of our Hachi and Petunia while we were on a work trip. Hachi recently healed from eye surgery and she followed his eye medication schedule without issue (in fact she had prior experience with the same eye ointment he uses). We loved all the photos and videos she sent us and appreciated the updates throughout the day. We could tell our pups were in good hands and were enjoying their time with her. She even gave them a little doggy bag with some treats and toys, which we thought was super kind and thoughtful! Will book again and highly recommend!”
“Chawntea is amazing! Bear was well taken care of and she sent many pictures and videos of him so I could see how much fun he was having. Definitely recommend!”
“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!”
“What a wonderful couple and their dog, Echo! Cindy took great care of my dog. She took him and her dog for daily walks and sent me daily pictures. I felt comfortable leaving my dog with Cindy, her husband and dog, Echo. My dog and hers became fast buddies. I would recommend them to anyone and I will rebook with them when needed.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Alameda is $75
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Alameda
This was my first time using Rover and Asha made it such an easy and pleasant experience. She allowed us to come by to meet her dog and see the space before committing to ensure our dogs would get along (my dog isn’t around other dogs very often). She was very nice as well as responsive, and I didn’t feel overly anxious leaving our dog with her for 2 weeks. I’d occasionally message for updates and she’d quickly get back to me with a photo and letting me know how things were going or asking any questions she had ti make the adjustment easier for everyone. At pick up my dog seemed happy and in good health and her transition back home was easy (unlike when we boarded her in the past). If Asha will have Birdie back, I’d definitely book with her again!
Lee was incredible! Gu had the best time with her — lots of cuddles, backyard adventures, and love. She kept us updated with adorable photos and made us feel completely at ease while we were away. We’re so grateful for her care and would absolutely book with her again!
Minnie was in great hands with Laura for a few days. Laura went above and beyond by taking her on their weekend adventures. Although Minnie had a little bit of a rough start in a new environment, Laura was understanding and made sure she was comfortable. She provided daily updates and pics of Minnie enjoying the outdoors. Minnie came back a happy and satisfied dog!
Albie is always so excited when he sees Isaac and Jordan, and we know that he is getting the very best care when he is with them. They are very careful to follow all instructions (medication and a post surgery cone this time), but most importantly Albie gets a lot of love, cuddles, and company.
Tamara is a fantastic dog sitter!! She watched my 10 month old golden retriever pup for a week, and my dog had an awesome time playing with Tamara's dog, Sidney; running around in the yard; and getting lots of attention and snuggles. Tamara was very communicative and sent plenty of photos and updates. As an experienced sitter and dog owner herself, she also had useful advice to offer, which is great because this is our first dog. Tamara has a lot of gear so we really just had to bring our pup's food and leash over, which was a nice bonus. Our pup came home happy and well cared for, and can't wait to go back!
I have booked Rachel to take care of my dog Daryl several times. He is afraid of new people but every time I drop him off with Rachel he is so excited to see her! Rachel is very patient with nervous dogs and she is a reliable sitter, we are very lucky to have found her!
Zhu is amazing! She is warm, caring, and very communicative. My dogs liked her immediately and I could tell further from the multitude of photos and videos she sent that they felt comfortable and at ease in her care and that put me at ease. She was flexible with timing and willing to work with my schedule. I can’t recommend Zhu enough and am so grateful to have found her. Thank you so much, Zhu!!!
I truly cannot recommend Julia enough! If you are looking for a rover who will treat your pup as their own, she's the best. From the very beginning, Julia took the time to understand my dog’s shy nature, and daily routine, which put my mind at ease. Julia is also wonderful to communicate with and extremely reliable. Olive is already looking forward to her next visit with Julia.
Asia was super kind and understanding. Her dog Chloe is also super sweet and played with my dog Luna endlessly and was nice to know that my dog had a friend for a few days that can play with her. Asia was super responsive to any requests of photos and would send me updates when I asked her to. She was also very understanding of my travel situation and made it better for me to plan the drop off. Overall I would definitely pick her again to keep my dog safe, fed well and energized when she's away from me. 5/5 stars!
I can't recommend Jack and Carina + their sweet dog, Prince, enough! They watched my dog for 10 days - this being the longest he's been away from me. They sent pictures and updates throughout and were more than accommodating when I had an expected change and needed to adjust the pick up time. My dog came back so extremely happy after staying with them, per usual. So grateful!
I had a great experience with Mollie. Gemma has special needs so I was looking for someone who would be attentive, experienced, and caring. She was all of that and more. Mollie followed my dog's feeding routine, gave all medications without any issues, and made sure Gemma was comfortable and well cared for. She kept in touch while I was away. When I picked Gemma up, she was happy and relaxed. I highly recommend Mollie and will definitely hire her again!
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Alameda
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Alameda on Rover is $71.25 per night (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 6,231 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Alameda. 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.
92% of Alameda 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 Alameda 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 Alameda 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 Alameda.
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 Alameda 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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