Dog Boarding in Bushrod, Oakland

“We have a big rescue dog, Lupin, who is nervous around new people and leash reactive/frustrated because he wants to play with every dog he sees, and Karen was fantastic with him. It was very clear at our meet and greet at the park that she knew how to deal with such issues, and knew a lot about dogs and their behavoir. We did a one night trial run to get lupin used to them for longer boarding and they were very kind to him - we have already booked 2 more trips. At our meet and greet, her lovely pup was a marvelous calming influence on our 2 yr old.”

Penny & Mathew W.

“Mariola is awesome! Very kind to my dog, communicative and detail oriented. Genuinely loves dogs and has a comforting home. I truly appreciate her support and care.”

Noelle F.

“Words can not express how amazing Eiko is as as a host. I had an emergency while out of the country and she stepped in to provide service at a moment’s notice. I can’t recommend her enough.”

Maureen S.

“Claudio is a fantastic and accommodating sitter, and his love for dogs is real. He cared for our dog for two weeks, taking him to the local dog parks and even the beach. He went above and beyond caring for ours, and was great about sharing photos to provide updates. Truly could not ask for a better companion for our dog while away. We would definitely trust him with our dog again in the future.”

Robert B.

“I cannot recommend Danielle enough! She was the perfect dog sitter for Nova while I was away on my bachelorette trip. Danielle went above and beyond to care for Nova, keeping me updated daily and even surprising her with a lovely dog vest. Not only did she pamper Nova, but she also gave her a bath, leaving Nova smelling amazing and with soft, fluffy fur. I truly appreciate Danielle's exceptional care and attention to detail. I would rate her 10/10 and wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone in need of a reliable and caring pet sitter!”

Jamila G.

“Her and her partner are excellent they took my pup in and she was so happy playing with their pups thank you guys and if I need people to watch my do I will always request yall.”

Andre B.

“Ellie was great! Amazing photos and updates and super responsive. Percy came home very relaxed and happy. It was also very clear that he felt very safe and happy with her. Will definitely be reaching out when we need a sitter in the future!”

Matt M.

“Marlene was wonderful! She was very responsive, kind, and reliable. We met before, so she could be introduced to and ask questions about Birdy. She has a great home environment, and I definitely felt like my pup was in great hands. I would be more than happy to work with Marlene again (as would Birdy!)”

Rosalie M.

About: I’m a Fear Free Certified Professional, currently studying animal behavior. I’ve been running my own home based doggy daycare and boarding house for four years. My care is crate-free (unless that's what your pup's preferred at-home routine is,) with regular group outings to trails and the beach. I live in a two level home where the entire downstairs and fenced backyard are just for the dogs! It’s colorfully set up as the coolest doggie social club, but the pups are welcome throughout both levels of the home. They are never forcibly isolated and almost always prefer to be close to wherever I am. I keep my client list small and personal—almost all of my dogs have been with me for years. I don’t aim to pack the house; I aim to give the best experience possible for every dog and human involved. Even when clients start as one-offs, they usually stick around—because I strive to be a resource for dogs and their families. That’s why I call this place a home away from home. If you're interested, I invite you to come by for a meet and greet—see the space, meet me, and let me meet your little one. I look forward to being your dog’s new best friend! Canine care is my daily life. The dogs are with me throughout the day—whether we’re in the yard, around the house, or out on a trail. I structure my routine around their needs, with group outings, downtime, and a consistent rhythm. If my personal life calls me away, I have an amazing assistant Alaina who steps in. She also co-runs the daycare! I focus on keeping things consistent, calm, fun, and full of bonding—play, rest, outdoor time, and enrichment are all part of the daily rhythm. Outside of daycare hours, the space functions as our home too, so dogs experience a relaxed, real-life environment, not a facility. I send updates, pictures, and videos throughout the day.

“Iggy did a trial stay with Mary and absolutely loved her. He can be a little shy and unsure but she and Murphy Brown made him feel very comfortable. She kept us informed about how he was doing and was wonderful! We’re looking forward to having her watch Iggy again for a longer stay.”

Laura K.

“We LOVE Jeff and Beth and our pup absolutely adores their family. Jeff and Beth are very responsive, sending lots of great updates. They’ve always been reliable and we don’t think twice about leaving our pooch with them!”

Alexa S.

“Josephine was great. She clearly loved dogs and seemed totally unfazed by puppy energy. She was responsive throughout and most importantly Stitch came back happy. We’d be happy to bring stitch back.”

Joseph A.

“Alexandra is awesome! Our bear dog had a great time with her and was very well taken care of. We felt at ease knowing he was in good hands. Alex is a very good communicator and we had great updates throughout the trip.”

John L.

“Tara was super kind and accommodating to me and my dog, Frieda had just had surgery and was in a vulnerable place and Tara was communicative and worked with me last minute to make sure to Frieda got the care she needed. Very grateful for your kindness and great care!💛”

Melanie H.

“Vanessa was so kind and careful with our pup Gumbo! We were extra nervous because we had to leave him with her for two weeks while he recovered from an injury. Following our vet’s instructions, she gave him his meds, restricted his activity, carried him up and down the stairs, and provided so much loving care. And she sent us lots of updates! Her pup Robin is so sweet too. We’re looking forward to Gumbo’s next stay with them.”

Bailey K.

“Another great stay with Karen & Hisako. My puppy got a little sick during his stay, but Karen and Hisako took great care of him and kept me up to date. They got him back on his feet and he was happy as could be when I picked him up. Thanks again for such wonderful care!”

Victoria H.

“Kelly was a wonderful and loving caregiver for our dog, and she kept us updated with many pics, photos, and messages. Our dog seemed really relaxed and happy when we picked her up. She deserves 6 stars out of five.”

Ryan F.

“Misa was an extremely warm and kind person. I instantly felt comfortable leaving my 13-year-old chihuahua with her for the weekend. Misa sent updates and photos that provided additional peace of mind. She was also timely and responsive and made the whole process simple. I highly recommend her as a caretaker for your pet.”

Amy K.

“We, especially Ellie, loved Joann! It was our first time using Rover; Joann’s process from beginning to end was so seamless. We did a brief meet and greet at her home (that she was able to accommodate on short notice no less) where she and Ellie got a feel for each other. During the 5 night stay, Joann sent us photos and updates. Upon pick up, everything was ready to go and she shared some heartwarming bits of how the stay went. We so appreciate you, Joann! Thank you for making our first stay with Rover a positive one, and it won’t be our last with you! 🙂”

John and Anna

“My dog loves Albina. She has watched Izzy many times. They are the bestest of friends. I always feel so comfortable leaving Izzy with Albina. She is clearly a dog person, knows what she's doing and can connect deeply with Izzy. Such a godsent to be able to have someone I can always rely on with my dog. Thanks again Albina! Until next time. Izzy can't wait to see you again ❤️”

Tilia G.