Dog Boarding in Atherton, CA
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“We couldn't have been more pleased with the care Jifu provided for our dog. He was responsive, professional, and, most importantly, handled our very energetic pup with care. Our dog seemed to really enjoy her time with Jifu and his dog, Joki!”

“India had a wonderful visit with Olga and her family. She was loved, walked and cuddled. I received lots of photos and videos and felt completely assured India was in good hands. I loved that India had access to her yard, dog park and lots of walks. I am absolutely going to rebook Olga for India. I feel completely lucky to find Olga, she is a gem, thoughtful, responsible and naturally an animal person.”

“Peanut had his trial day with Shannon today and everything went great. She took wonderful care of him, kept us updated with lots of photos, and made us feel very comfortable the whole time. We could see that he was happy and well cared for. We will definitely book with her again in the future”

“Tillana took great care of Copper. She took him on all kinds of fun adventures and kept us updated with photos. We felt so happy to know Copper was having a great time while we were gone! We'll definitely leave Copper with Tillana again the next time we go out of town.”


“Nina and Leo are amazing! As our dog, Oreo is shy to people and very much attached to me, we'd been really anxious before the stay, the first boarding in his life. But we didn't need to! The photos they sent us relieved our concerns. At the pick-up, he was excited and looked happy between them and us:)”

“Kora had a great stay! Photos and updates were provided daily. Kora, bring an older dog, needs medications daily and help with stairs. She came home a happy dog! Would highly recommend Matthew and Kate!”

“Lucky had a wonderful time staying at Sein’s home! She took great care of her and kept us updated with plenty of photos and videos of Lucky’s daily life, along with detailed summaries of her routine—meals, playtime, and potty breaks. This really put our minds at ease while we were away. Sein was also very responsive and always quick to answer any questions or concerns. Lucky clearly enjoyed her stay, especially spending time with the other dogs and cats. We truly appreciate her care and will definitely bring Lucky back again in the future!”

“Honor had another fabulous stay with Jesse & Kimmy. She was so excited to be reunited with them and we're convinced that one of these times she just isn't going to want to come back home.”

“Manli was absolutely wonderful with our dog, Molly. She was flexible and understanding when our return was delayed, which we really appreciated. She also sent lots of adorable photo updates, and it was clear that Molly felt right at home. She got along so well with the other dogs, and we felt completely at ease knowing she was in such a caring environment. Highly recommend!”

“Great couple! Very responsive. They really took care of my dog and I can tell that my dog had a great time at their home. I received the photos of my dog every day and knew that my dog was treated very well. Highly recommend!”

“Christopher is one of those incredible sitters that makes you reassured that your pups are enjoying themselves as much as you are during your vacation. Toko and Arya recently spent 8 days with him while we were out of town and then dealing with urgent matters that meant we couldn’t bring them home as soon as we were back. Christopher was flexible and communicative through the whole process and sent me detailed updates of how the pups were doing. We loved seeing his daily photos of Toko and Arya – they clearly enjoyed their stay! They went on daily walks together and even relaxed enough to play together, which was a joy to see. I appreciate all the care Christopher put in to making sure these anxious pups were well-fed, happy, and tired out!”

About: I've taken care of small dogs and large dogs since I was in middle school. I enjoy playing with dogs, giving them lots of hugs and pets, and taking them on excursions, whether it be to the dog park, beach, or a scenic hiking trail. I work part-time from home so I am able to spend lots of time with the fur babies in my care. I love to take them out for fresh air and exercise, and give them lots of love, pets, and attention. I have a fenced, grassy backyard and a friendly labrador retriever named Sadie who is very sweet and playful and loves having other dogs to play with. We have a doggie door so the pups have day and night access to the backyard to run around and do their business. I can easily crate your dog if that is something you prefer.
“We left our duck rolling retriever, Manu, with Lia for a whole week and I felt so comforted amd relieved every day when I got videos and pictures of Manu having a great time and being so well taken care of. Big yard for playing catch and lots of friends to play with. I got to enjoy my sisters wedding with no worries. Can’t thank her enough and I really recommend her services!!”

“I highly recommend Ying for anyone seeking a reliable and attentive pet sitter. She was incredibly thorough, followed every detailed instruction perfectly, and kept me at ease with regular photos and videos. One of my dogs bonded with her immediately, which is the ultimate endorsement. I couldn't have asked for a more professional or caring experience!”

“Fang took great care of our dog Aspen during her weekend stay. She is very responsive and flexible and sent many updates with pictures and videos during her stay. Thank you so much for taking great care of our pup! Will definitely book again in the future 😊”

“We left our Dog(Riley) with Karla twice now and she took great care of her!! She is awesome with her communication and was very responsive when we had any questions or needed any updates. Since Riley has some allergies, she took extra care and gollowed all our instructions for fo followed all given instructions with great detail. When your lil pup is with Karla you can be sure”
“Chiara is a gem of a dog sitter for my super senior Mighty Mouse. He had an update on his feeding routine and she was on top of it. She was very patient with him and his needs and kept me updated the whole stay. She provided peace of mind knowing that he was in her kind hands!”
Over 198 pet parents in Atherton have booked dog boarding
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Peanut had his trial day with Shannon today and everything went great. She took wonderful care of him, kept us updated with lots of photos, and made us feel very comfortable the whole time. We could see that he was happy and well cared for. We will definitely book with her again in the future

Alissa is so great! She took such a great care of my needy dog and I could tell he loved her from day one 😅 she was providing me with the updates daily and was so flexible and friendly. I’ll definitely leave my dog with her again next time when I need to travel somewhere. Highly recommended!!

Ahmyah took care of my 8- year Golden Retriever (Basin) while I was attending meetings at Stanford for a few days. Its clear she really loves dogs. She sent me cute videos of Basin on campus having a great time! I would love for Basin to stay with Ahmyah again when we are back at Stanford.

Christoph and Emily went above and beyond for Kona’s stay. They are such kind and warm people, truly treating your dog as their own. They were very responsive throughout Kona’s stay providing daily updates, photos, and videos. They even took Kona for a weekend adventure to Lake Tahoe. Kona looked like she had the best time ever! We highly recommend booking Christoph and Emily for your pets next stay. We definitely will book them again in the future!

Sein is so great with our little Chewy! He will be 16 in June, we have a long list of special needs for him and she takes such wonderful care of him. Great communication and daily pics and videos of him make us feel comfortable leaving him while we travel. She is definitely our go-to babysitter!

Tillana is amazing, Desta was soo happy hanging out with her and the other puppies. She took such great care of him and gave him an amazing vacation of his own. He got to go on many adventures and also got so much love and attention while we were away. We are so grateful for Tillana and will definitely be using her in the future as well.

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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Atherton 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 Atherton dog boarding rates can be found as low as $34 to as high as $88 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 6,373 sitters provided dog boarding in Atherton. 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 Atherton dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Atherton 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 Atherton.
Rover makes it easy to find Atherton 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 6,373 dog boarding sitters in Atherton on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Atherton, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 87% 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.
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