Dog Boarding Ballena
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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%.
“David and Jeanette were great! Had my dog Piper stay with their family for 3 nights and she looked like she had a great time. Great communication and photos and easy to chat with! Thank you!”
“Taylor and Andrew gave us such peace of mind leaving our elderly vizsla, River, for 4 nights. Not only are they the most caring people, but they welcomed River like she was one of their own, sent pic and video updates, gave her daily meds, and even introduced her to her new favorite toy. We will definitely ask for another doggie staycation in the future.”
“OMGoodness. My Eddie will be 16 years old, can barely see and hear. Doug and Marisol took such care of him. Sent pics everyday to ease my worries. They notice Eddie wasn’t feeling well so we pick him up before we left; got him to the vet, Medication and back to Doug and Marisol in time to start of our vacation. We have canceled so many vacations because it so hard to leave him. Now we can vacation, we trust Doug and Marisol!!! Trust is huge!!”
“Lisa was amazing again! She was extremely flexible and took care of Kona on very short notice. Kona had a blast staying with Lisa and her Golden Retriever, Juniper. Lisa was very dependable and followed Kona's strict diet and medications that he needed. I totally trust her to take care of Kona and will continue to use her services in the future!”
“Toby seemed to have such a good time with Caleb! Caleb also updated me when I asked for updates and send pictures when I asked. This was the longest Toby and I have spent apart since I adopted him, Caleb helped to ease my Dog Mom anxiety. We will for sure use Caleb again the next time we need a sitter!”
“Michelle and Steve are awesome, they took amazing care of our Husky puppy while we were away. He had the absolute best time staying with them and Daisy! We’d love it if he can stay again in the future and we’re so grateful for Michelle’s organization and experienced approach - even with large breeds. Thank you!”
“Holly was an amazing sitter for Hazel. I received regular pupdates with pictures and in every single photo Hazel looked absolutely comfortable and happy with Holly, her home, and her family (including her 2 dogs). I feel 100% confident and comfortable using Holly’s services in the near future and would recommend her to anyone.”
“Maya was amazing and showed my senior so much affection and care! Hayden felt right at home, and we will definitely be rebooking next time. I appreciated all the photos, and felt confident my dog was in a safe and happy home :) Thank you!!”
“May and Marc are absolutely fabulous! Winston loved his stay, and the picture updates and messages made us feel 💯 assured he was in good care. Just booked several more stays for Winston to cover our summer travel! 🐶🤗🥰”
“Julia, Rory, and family were ALL fantastic! Gussie was so comfortable being with him. It’s like, they became his second family. I really did appreciate that! Julia was great in sending photos and keeping in touch. I would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat, to those wanting nothing but the best for their fur babies!”
“Marie was so kind to meet our puppy before we booked. She sent us photos of our dog during her stay and Eevee was very well taken care of with toys and fun!”
“Bailey was super attentive to my diabetic old man , she sent constant updates and pictures, when my older dog didn’t feel well she handled the situation calmly with compassion and care. Definitely recommend!”
“This was my first time using Rover and dog boarding services at a private home and it was excellent. I wonder how much of that was due to Angie and her family just being truly amazing. Angie was very helpful during our meetup, going over everything, and properly and patiently allowing my dogs to meet her and Boo Radley. Drop off and pick up was a breeze, dogs got tons of love and enjoyed having a new buddy in Boo. I also received lots of pictures and video, which helped me feel at ease and enjoy my time away. I'll be a happy returning customer, but I have a feeling that my dogs will be even happier. Thanks, Angie!”
“I would leave 6 stars if I could. Luciane took good care of our puppies, who were clearly very well loved during their stay. Booking was easy, communication was great, and the photos she sent were absolutely heartwarming. She had treats and toys and puzzles for the dogs... I couldn't recommend her enough. Thank you so much!”
“Kym is a fantastic dog sitter. She took wonderful care of our puppy, Nacho. She sent us lots of updates and pictures while we were out of town. Nacho had a fun 'vacation' at Kym's house, and loved playing with her dog, Dusty. We will definitely ask Kym to watch Nacho again soon.”
“Cannot say enough great things about how these two wonderful people treating our aging pup. Flawless communication, endless love and attention! I would give 10 stars if I could.”
“When we found ourselves in need of last minute dog care, Mindy and Brian were there with a quick reply that they could help. They provided a warm and caring place for our pup, complete with some dog friends to hang out with. They seem to genuinely enjoy the company of their dogs and made our dog feel right at home. She was a happy girl at pickup. Couldn’t have asked for more.”
“Mochi was well taken care of by Sierra and her family. He was very happy and energetic when I picked him up. It was sad leaving him as it was a week long, but I felt very good after great updates and pictures from Sierra. Highly recommend, thank you!!”
“Sooooo glad we found Demi to take care of our elderly lab. Her house, yard space, tender loving care and dedication to our old gal was perfect. We got daily updates/videos which is a huge comfort. Will plan to have Demi care for our lab for any future needs”
“Pepper had so much fun. This sitter updated me constantly and sent me pictures throughout the days. My dog had so much fun and felt so comfortable with this sitter. I didn’t have to worry about the safety or wellbeing of my pepper with Gabi. Gabi was super quick to respond to me and asked permission before taking my pepper anywhere. I will absolutely use Gabi again and recommend her to anyone that’s using Rover! This was my first time using rover and this experience really set the tone for the app! Amazing dog sitter!!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ballena 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 Ballena.
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 Ballena 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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