Dog Boarding in Bakersfield
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Karla was amazing! Made my girl feel comfortable, sent pics and videos the whole time and she sent her back nice and clean! 10/10 would definitely recommend!”
“This is the first time, I have used the Rover app and I was a little nervous as I have only boarded my dog at a facility. However, given that I can no longer do that because he is not fixed, I decided to give it a try and I was not disappointed! Renee was amazing to work with! She kept me updated on his well being with photos and I was happy the my dog was loving staying with her and her family. I cannot be more grateful and will continue to book with her on future stays! Thank you so much Renee for taking such good care of Leo!!!”
“Barbara is fantastic! This was our first time using Rover so we were a bit nervous but she put us completely at ease upon meeting her and how sweet she was with our pup! She sent plenty of photos reassuring us that our boy was kept VERY comfortable! We will absolutely use her again!!”
“This is our first time leaving our pet at someone else’s house and we were a bit nervous since she is a special needs dog. After meeting Shanna, we knew Foxy was left in caring hands. Shanna is awesome and we can see how passionate she is about caring for others pets. We’ll definitely be using her again!”
“Maribel was so good with my Gidget girl. Maribel sent me photos and updates every day. It really set me at ease knowing she was being so well taken care of. Maribel has a huge back yard so Gidget could run and play. Maribel was so nice and easy to talk to. I will definitely use Rover/Maribel again for my dog sitting needs.”
“Dominie was AMAZING!!! She took care of our Stormi as if she was her own pup! We will be definitely will be using her always when we need to board our girl. This was the first time we left our pup behind and we were nervous but right off the bat Dominie made it so easy! She sent us updates and pictures through out the day. Our pup was left in the best hands possible! ♥️”
“Julie and her husband are great! Our pup was well taken care of while we were away. Julie sent me updates along with pictures of Moose while he played in their yard! We will definitely be sending Moose back on our next vacation.”
“Couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for my pets! 100% recommend to anyone looking for boarding for their animals. My kitten LOVED being with Nalani so much he didn’t want to come back home! I will only be using Nalani from here on out when having to board my pets. I couldn’t have asked for better care for them she has A LOT of toys for them too.”
“Atom loves going to see Maria when I am out of town! She was gracious enough to give atom his medications even when she had to think of creative ways to get the get little rascal to take his pills! I always use Maria and never have to worry about my pup while I’m Away. Thank you for being a great dog sitter!”
“Jill and Liz were great, I’d give them 10stars if I can. They worked within our range to board our 3 small dogs for overnight. Jill made sure the pets can explore and get accustomed to the place so my dogs get comfortable before we left. She set up my babies own spot as they have other dogs. We were very worried that they have other dogs in the home plus boarding too at the time because my dogs are aggressive towards other dogs and especially our little chihuahua who can’t be walked in the park because of this reason. To my family’s amazement, the day we picked them up, my dogs are mingling with 3 huge dogs—calmly!!! And my chihuahua was even standing under legs of another tall dog like they had a good time in general! None were aggressive and they all get along!!! Just for that experience for my dogs and the fact they were able to do that, is such a good plus!!! Thank you Jill and Liz!! Highly recommended multiple times over!!!”
“Akie was a five star dog sitter! She kept me updated all along the way and I could tell my pup was having a BLAST! She was so kind and considerate to my pups needs and I’m glad I found her for future as well. Thank you Akie🙏”
“I’ve never had my dogs literally excited once they realized they were being dropped off at a dog sitter before. This is my second time using Sara and when I was standing at her front door to drop them off, my elderly dog was scratching at the door to be let in! Both dogs immediately acted like she was family. Highly recommend”
“Anna was awesome ! She sent daily pics just to make us feel comfortable and know our boys were being taken care of. We were nervous because of our dogs takes a little bit to warm up but she was able to get him relaxed and updated us throughout the weekend. Would def rebook with Anna”
“Sidney is AMAZING!!!! She took such loving care of ours boys while we were out of town. She cared for them as if they were her own pets and sent me plenty of pictures and videos. We will be using her again for our next dog-sitting needs!”
“O recently moved to the area and Aliky has been keeping my furry kid for daycare and overnight stays. She has been an excellent care provider for my dog. My dog has medical conditions and Aliky has been able to provide the sensitive care she needs. I appreciate her attentiveness to detail and the warm environment she provides for my dog. I highly recommend Aliky for your pet care needs.”
“Jennifer was AMAZING! This was the first time we’ve left our dog with anyone except family (he is 13 yrs old), and we will definitely use her again. She sent lots of pictures and kept us updated daily which made our trip even more enjoyable knowing he was having fun too. Thank you so much, Jennifer! Rocky has a new BFF!!”
“Whitney was beyond exceptional with our baby Milo. He is a puppy so he needed a bit more care & attention, which she gave him. She also provided lots of updates including pictures & videos. Thank you so much Whitney. We will definitely bring Milo back to you when needed! ☺️”
“Adriana is the best pet sitter I have ever known. She spoils my dog, gives him treats, and bathes him before I pick him up. I would highly recommend Adriana for any of your pet care needs.”
Over 3,013 pet parents in Bakersfield have booked dog boarding
Bakersfield dog parents share their Rover experiences
Jess was amazing with our boy. Brutus seemed very happy and comfortable to be there with Jess. Jess was very informative and we got plenty of picture's and video updates of our boy. Responded in a timely manner and we needed a last minute sitter and Jess was very happy to help us. 10/10 would let Brutus stay with Jess if we happened to be in the area again.
This is our first time to have our dog in a home. She usually is in the boarding place. But wow, what a difference. If only I could multiply Ms Jeanette,,,she is AWESOME with our dog! Our dog loves her so much and we also Do. She did an amazing job taking care of Echo for A week and she send us messages everyday and photos of her (you dont get this in boarding place). I hope she is available the next time we need a place for our Dog. I so appreciate Ms Jeanette, she is simply the Best!
Sidney was so sweet and took us on the kast minute. She sent us periodic photos of our Teddy and he looked so comfortable. Im so thankful for her. I'm all about aura's and she was a beautiful soul. I'm happy that my Teddy got along with her cats and her dog she was sitting that day. I just love that she kept in touch. ❤️
I booked Kalani at the last minute for a two weeks and this included 4th of July. I was grateful that she was willing to watch my dog on such short notice. I have a large English bulldog and he has to be kept inside during hot temperatures. During the two weeks Kalani did send me 80+ pictures of Thor which I appreciated. I did however have an issue when I arrived home to find that my dog had 2 puncture wounds. I reached out to Kalani and she explained that my dog had an exchange with a neighborhood dog. I understand that dogs fight however I was a little upset that I was not informed until I asked and sent pictures of the wounds I found. As a pet owner I made a mistake by not writing down the do's and dont's for Thor. I will take partial blame for any miscommunication and I hope Kalani will learn from the situation that happened. I gave 4 stars because at the end of the end of the day my dog was feed, housed and kept alive. I believe she cares for pets and I believe in second chances.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Bakersfield is $44
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Sitters in Bakersfield average 13 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Feb 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Bakersfield is $44 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $308. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Bakersfield dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $53 per night.
As of Feb 2026, 134 sitters provided dog boarding in Bakersfield. 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, 91% of Bakersfield dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Bakersfield have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 13 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 Bakersfield.
Rover makes it easy to find Bakersfield 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 134 dog boarding sitters in Bakersfield on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Bakersfield, 81% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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