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%.
“Amazing experience. I'm so glad we found David and Jeanette. Their family home is setup perfectly for pup sitting and everyone is properly experienced with dog care. Our three dogs (aged 2-13) loved their vacation with these Rovers.”
“Doug was wonderful, he sent me pictures frequently and updates about Gimli. I would completely recommend Doug and would definitely have him care for Gimli again. Doug is a very nice man and you can tell he really loves animals.”
“Zuki always seems well taken care of when we pick her up. She also seems to love hanging out at Lisa’s. I almost felt like she didn’t want to come home with us when we picked her up. Lol.”
“Tatyanah and Everardo watched our dog Nova for five nights and took such wonderful care of her. They are so friendly and you can tell right away they love dogs. It was such a relief to know she was being loved and well cared for while we were on vacation. They have a spacious yard, and Nova especially enjoyed playing with their two dogs—she bonded quickly with Jojo! They took her on plenty of walks and kept us updated with lots of videos and pictures, which we really appreciated. We would absolutely love for them to watch her again next time we need a dog sitter!”
“I absolutely cannot express how wonderful Ms. Diane is! She took amazing care of my super shy puppy and put my mind at ease! My little lady warmed up to her right away! Would highly recommend.”
“We had previously booked our energetic, 2 year old goldendoodle for a 7 day stay with Holly, and had a sudden need for an overnight stay in the meantime. Holly and Sean were more than happy to oblige us, and reported an excellent stay with their 2 dogs and a visiting day-care doodle. We were happy things wend so well, appreciated their help on short notice, and look forward to Rosie's extended visit to come in 3 weeks.”
“Erica and Ronald were amazing with our dog chip. They took him in tons of walks, went to the park, and gave him lots of love. They treated him as if he were their own. He LOVED Their dog turbo! They got along wonderfully. They sent picture updates multiple times a day which made us feel so comforted. We HIGHLY recommend!”
“Amber and the family made Cali feel like a member of the family. From the start the technique used to introduce her dogs To Cali was great. Received daily updates and photos. Already have a couple more stays booked.”
“Maya did an amazing job with my little guy. She was great with sending updates and pics and made me feel confident about him being with her while I was away. I’ll definitely book her again!”
“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!”
“This was my first time using Rover. Margaret was awesome. She kept me updated with pictures and texts. Pasha had a great time with her. Nice home and Margaret really cares for your dog. Thanks once again and looking forward to drop Pasha at Margaret's in the future.”
“Dahui was wonderful with Kaleb. He's a senior dog on a special diet who requires medication 3x daily and had the added bonus of needing ear drops while he was there. She was perfect with all of it! I could tell how at home he felt with her and she sent tons of photos and videos. I'll definitely use Dahui again!”
“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!”
“Tyler, his family and friends treated Charlie like one of their own. He was exhausted when I brought him home from playing with the other dogs and crashed out as soon as we got home. Definitely would use Tyler again when needed.”
“I feel so fortunate to have found Annie and Ty! They took wonderful care of my dog Lucy while I was away for three days. I appreciated that they scheduled a meet and greet in advance so we could all make sure Lucy was a good fit for their family. Communication was excellent, and I very much appreciated the frequent updates and photos of Lucy having fun at their home. I absolutely would not hesitate to book with Annie and Ty again.”
“Angie was so great with my dog Dexter. He doesn’t like being alone in the boarding places I’ve taken to. At Angie’s he was able to run around, play with other dogs and didn’t have to sleep alone in a crate. Dexter loved his visit. Thanks Angie.”
“Marina was amazing and super flexible! Our dog has really bad desperation anxiety and needs attention when a human is around. It helps a lot that she is home all day to play and care for him. It’s also a plus that she’s a certified dog trainer that understands his needs! You can tell she has a special place in her heart for dogs ❤️❤️”
“Gelare was wonderful!!! So caring and attentive with our standard poodle Charlotte. We were able to enjoy our time away knowing Charlotte was in the best hands with Gelare. We will reach out to Gelare again for Charlottes care💛. She is the best!!”
“20/10!! Savannah took amazing care of our pups!! Especially when it came to giving my one pup her eyedrops daily. She took the best photos and I could tell the pups had a great time! 100% recommend and would have our pups stay with her again!”
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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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