Dog Boarding in Oak Bay
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“Kelsey was very friendly, and she provides an excellent place for dogs at her residence . Also very helpful & flexible with scheduling. We look forward to using her again in the near future!”
“Andrea was a great choice to watch Frank for the month that I traveled abroad with my family, She gave me constant updates and was able to cater to Frank's special needs (diabetes). Frank seemed really happy during his stay, so as a dog parent that made me feel very comfortable. I highly recommend Andrea and I will be using her services frequently in the future.”
“Daisy and her family looked after our little rascal Toby and he had a wonderful time. He is still wandering around looking for Nina and Sonia! A lovely family home very amenable to dogs - Toby had lots of good walks, play time and cuddles. Perfect in every way 🐶”
“Thank to Kevin and Kayla for took care about my pets. They did a good job, they’re friendly and kind with me and my little ones. They listened to all my advices to take care of Tammy and MaGui. I’ll recommend them and I’ll booking again with them”
“Marlisa was kind, professional and communicative! My girl June had a great time with her and it felt so wonderful knowing she was in good hands!! Thank you Marlisa we will definitely be using you again ✨”
“Bianca was great. Sent tons of updates while I was away, took a max out on a bunch of adventures with her other dogs and had he had a happy and healthy stay. Can’t ask for more. Would definitely book with Bianca again.”
“Kendall was fantastic with Eddie. He looked so happy on walks and had so much cuddle time. Kendall sent messages with updates and pictures almost daily. It was such a relief to know he was in great hands.”
“Stephanie was amazing with my dog, Olive! Her two dogs were so well-behaved and got along great with Olive. She kept me updated throughout the stay, sent me adorable pictures, and made me feel completely at ease. I could tell Olive was happy and well cared for. We will definitely be using Stephanie again in the future. Thank you so much!”
“Alisa did me a huge favour by watching my dog, Mylo overnight so that my partner and I could attend our friend’s going away party. She provided excellent care for my dog, took him on nice walks, and sent very cute photos and text updates so I knew my pet was in good hands. I highly recommend Alisa to care for your dog if you are in search of pet care now or in the future.”
“Our dog stayed a week with Alex and we’re quite sure she had a fantastic time. We also suspect she is a bit disappointed to have had to leave! Alex was attentive to our dog’s specific needs, provided regular photos and was very responsive. We wouldn’t hesitate to have our dog stay with him again! Thanks Alex!”
“Lisa, Craig and their daughter were great with our Pom Roxy for the two night stay! They gave her all her meds and lots of love and attention while we were away. We would recommend them to anyone, they clearly love dogs and take great care to incorporate them into their family.”
“Leroy had an excellent stay with Allan and his family. I received beautiful photos of their outdoor adventures, and regular updates. My pup came home happy and well cared for. I highly recommend Allan's pet sitting services.”
“Shravistha was incredibly responsive, kind, and flexible during a stressful moment in our trip to Victoria. As travelers with a dog, we suddenly found ourselves in a difficult situation late at night, and her quick communication and willingness to help gave us real peace of mind. Even though our plans changed afterward, we truly appreciated her understanding and support. Highly recommend!”
About: We have owned a dog for the past 27 years of our adult lives…Mica (lab) for 13 years and Calvin (Jack Russell cross) for 14 years, so we are well acquainted with the ins and outs of dog care. We currently don't have a dog, which is our primary motivation to dog sit. Our house is very dog friendly and we are able to deliver medications for senior dogs if necessary. We will take care of your dog as if it were our own! We are a semi-retired professional couple with extra time on our hands. We are home most of the time and available to walk your dog several times a day. We live close to Willows Beach and Uplands Park so the walks are great! We have a fenced yard. Our house is very dog friendly so your dog would have the run of the house with lots of comfortable places to play and sleep.
“Holly was wonderful with our cat who was recently diagnosed with diabetes. Our cat is leery of strangers and since being diagnosed, she is highly stressed and not easy to manage. Holly was extremely patient and never gave up on her. At the end of four days, our cat was affectionate with Holly and loved being petted. Holly even managed to administer insulin injections, and her no-nonsense approach and perseverance paid off. We received pictures and videos which kept us in the loop with everything that was going on. We are very happy with Holly’s care!”
“Such a wondering experience . Natalie saved us after our regular gal wasn’t able to take our dog last min. She provided regular updates and was super responsive. Our old guy was well taken care of and will definitely send him back to her next time.”
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We cannot say enough about how absolutely fantastic Lauren is. Our sweet girl stayed with her for a week and had the most happy, contented time in Lauren's care. It made us feel so good knowing that Poppy was so clearly safe and loved and felt so secure with Lauren. We received photos and updates from Lauren each day and each one made us feel deeply happy that Poppy was in her loving care. Excellent communication and care for our beloved little miss :) Thank you Lauren!
We went to New Zealand for 6 weeks. Alisa looked after Lucy and sent us photos. Alisa communicated often and sent us photo’s of Lucy relaxing in the house, playing with Haiko and going on walks. If I asked any questions, Alisa responded quickly. I knew that Lucy was well looked after, and because of Alisa’s care we were never worried and could enjoy our time away. I will only use Alisa and family in future to look after Lucy. I recommend Alisa highly.
Heather and her family were amazing with our senior, large and hairy St Bernard puppy. We know this because on other occasions, with different arrangements our puppy has come home somewhat stressed (understandably) - but after leaving her in Heathers care for 19 days, Higgy was calm, content and very clearly well loved. We are very grateful to Heather and her family for first and foremost sharing their love with her. At the end of the day that's what she needs most when in a different environment, love and cuddles! Heather was amazing at communication, sending notes and pictures. I am always a bit nervous about communicating too much, that my timing is off (if we are several time zones away, or if I'm being overbearing) so it was great that Heather kept me informed and updated as to how Higgy was doing. I imagine its not easy to take on a different dog, with different idiosyncrasies, and learn their habits, especially the quirky ones, but Heather and her family seemed to be very adaptable and compassionate with our pup. Higgy received all the care we could have asked for and more. We would use Heathers service again in a heartbeat! Thanks for the endless cuddles and care!
We could tell Millie had a great time with McKenna! Millie can be indifferent at best and anxious at worst with new people, and McKenna, with her experience with reactive dogs, was patient and calm with her. Great communication and frequent updates too. We were so comfortable with McKenna looking after Millie that we rebooked her immediately before her current stay was over.
Kori and Lola took great care of Bleu while we were out of town for 4 days. Bleu bonded with them immediately and seemed to settle right in from the start. Kori provided frequent updates and photos showing Bleu enjoying great walks and hikes. We are so pleased we found Kori.
Callum was amazing with our dog. She boarded with him for a week over Christmas and she had the best time! He was patient with her when she on guard for the first few days and she didn't want to leave by the end of the week. We will definitely be using Callum for everything moving forward. Thank you Callum!!!
Millie had her first longer-term (3ish weeks) stay with Hazelle and we could tell it went really well! Hazelle is calm and patient and Millie had a comfortable and enjoyable stay with her. Really quick and good communication too, we had no worries while we were away for so long. Would definitely recommend Hazelle!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Oak Bay is $55
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Oak Bay is $55 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $385. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Oak Bay dog boarding rates can be found as low as $32 to as high as $83 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 396 sitters provided dog boarding in Oak Bay. 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 Oak Bay dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Oak Bay have an average of 13 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Oak Bay.
Rover makes it easy to find Oak Bay 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 396 dog boarding sitters in Oak Bay on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Oak Bay, 89% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 94% 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.
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