Dog Boarding In Balboa Heights
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“Our Happy has stayed with Sheila several times now and it is always a wonderful experience for both him and us. She is a great communicator, both before (to work out details) and during (sending us updates with pictures and/or videos) during his stays. He and Sheila's own pup Jaxxon have become great buddies and Happy (who is frankly more of a people-pup) actually gets excited to see him!”

“Bucky absolutely loves his time with Gail- and we get to enjoy our travels even more knowing he's in good hands and we don't have to worry! Thank you again, Gail!”

“Ron is a wonderful friend to our dog. He is kind and calm and our dog loves him. We simply could not, would not leave him with anyone else. Ron has made a huge impact on all of us.”

“Destina could not have been happier with her stay. She went hiking, got lots of cuddles, and I got updates each and every day through messages and photos. When I left Destina, I told her we were both getting a vacation and to enjoy herself. I think she had a better vacation than me! Thx, Erica!!”

“Katarina did a great job of keeping us informed with photos and videos about how our dog was doing. We felt very comfortable with our pup there, and we plan to definitely re-book in the future!”

“Peaches had the best time with Bryant and his family. She was very well cared for! Bryant was extremely responsive and sent multiple pictures of her enjoying her stay and being spoiled. We would absolutely trust them with Peaches again in the future.”


“Richard and Jeanette are FABULOUS hosts! Our two dogs could not have been happier or more well attended to in their care. Their lovely home offers a dog-friendly retreat - our dogs may have "vacationed" better than we did! We appreciated the photo updates throughout their stay. We highly recommend Richard and Jeanette and intend to enlist their services again in the future. Maya and Dusty can't wait to return. Thank you, R & J!”

“Beth was so good with Lola. She even let her sleep in her room at night ❤️I picked her up and she was a happy girl and very calm.Beth is a good match and we will be a return satisfied customer for sure! Also got photos regularly which was reassuring. Thank you Beth”

“Moosie always loves his stays with Vicky. We’ve used her several times now! She always has great communication and I appreciate her attention to the small details. Thanks for everything, Vicky! Until next time.”

“Barbara was great with my dog. She sent photos and updates and you could tell she was really enjoying spending time with the dogs she had in her care. Would definitely recommend her and will be using her again in the future.”

“Cathleen was a lifesaver as our old dog watcher was no longer in the business. Cathleen was very friendly and responsive to our request to watch our dog while we went out of state on vacation for several days. She kept us in the loop on how he was doing while we were gone and even sent us a few pictures. She took good care of our Bear and we will definitely call upon her services again in the future!”

“I want to express my gratitude for the excellent care you provided to our beloved Ana. Your warmth and professionalism were truly appreciated. The photos you shared during her stay were delightful and reassuring, showing us that she was thriving under your attentive care. Thank you for ensuring Ana received her medicine promptly, demonstrating your commitment to her well-being. We are sincerely grateful for your outstanding service, and we look forward to entrusting Ana to your care again in the future.”

“My typically anxious dog settled in very well and was happy and content with Dave and Becky. Kiki was given the best care and Dave was great to work with and communication was excellent. Would definitely recommend!”
“Darlene went above and beyond with our little girl, Rosie. We really put her through the ringer. Rosie is older and has health issues that occasionally arise. Just before her stay, she started experiencing incontinence, which, though treated, was not yet under control during her stay with Darlene. Poor Darlene had to use her mop quite a bit, and despite the burden, she treated Rosie so gently and sweetly. Even though having accidents normally stresses Rosie out, she was very content at Darlene's. She was given a lot of love, a healthy amount of treats, and plenty of outside and playtime with Darlene's little pom, Foxi. We were able to relax knowing that Rosie was in great hands. We're big fans of Darlene. Will book again, if she'll have us.”

“Asia was phenomenal! She is extremely considerate and accommodating. I know for sure my 3 dogs were well taken care of while in her care for boarding. I would absolutely request she sit my dogs again, and recommend her services to others.”

“My sweet pug enjoyed her stay with Patrick! He absolutely followed instructions and took great care of her! He also gave me daily photos and feedback. I won’t hesitate to ask for him again.”

“Absolutely adore Lesley & mini. My dogs stayed for 4 almost 5 days- the communication was fantastic, I never wondered how they were. They were spoiled the whole time and my puppies were so happy there I was worried they wouldn’t want to come home! ❤️ absolutely recommend and will be back!”

“Courtney was extremely accommodating, especially on a short notice! I received some photos and videos throughout the stay and my dog had such a wonderful time playing in her beautiful yard along with her dogs and family. She was in great hands!”

“Our Louie loved being with Christie, Daniel and their beautiful family. He got along with their pups and was ready for a long nap when he got home. That tells me he had an amazing time and we can't wait for our next visit!”

Balboa Heights dog parents share their Rover experiences
We had a meet and greet beforehand. My babies loved her and her yard that was so full of new scents and possible adventures. When we dropped them off they were already familiar with her and the home. They made themselves right at home and they all claimed her as their own. We were able to enjoy our time away knowing our babies were being loved on and cared for.
Addie loved her stay with Dana! Dana has a beautiful property with awesome outdoor spaces that my pup Addie was fond of enjoying. Would 100% recommend Dana for a stay. She was very communicative and I can tell she really cared about Addie during her stay. Thanks so much.

I had such a great experience leaving my dog with him for the first time for several days. I had previously left her with him for just a couple of hours when she was still a puppy, and it was so nice to see that she actually remembered him when she saw him again. It was very clear that she was well taken care of and truly loved during her stay. When I picked her up, she kept watching him and paying attention to where he was going when he walked away toward his house, which really showed me that she had grown attached to him. He also sent lots of photos and updates, and in every single one she looked so happy and comfortable. My dog required some special care, and he handled everything perfectly — honestly, he took care of her just like I would. I would absolutely trust him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone who will genuinely care for their pet.

I’ve trusted Cathy with my sweet girl on several occasions now, and recently took a long trip overseas. She is an excellent caregiver and you can tell she really loves doggies. She treats them as her own. Thank you Cathy for being such an amazing support! So grateful for you!!

Theresa is great with my little pup! I love the fact that she only books one family at a time, so I don't ever have to worry about whether the other dog(s) will get along with my dog. She sends lots of pictures, and even a video! Great personal attention in a loving environment. Thanks, Theresa.

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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Balboa Heights.
Rover makes it easy to find Balboa Heights 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
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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