Dog Boarding In California
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“Alena has assisted us with our furry baby twice, and I must say, she has been incredibly helpful and responsive. Whenever I ask about our furry baby, she promptly sends me pictures. I can confidently trust her with our baby every time. Thank you so much! 😊”

“While many were turning my pup away due to his misunderstood breed, Matt welcomed by American Pit Bull Terrier with no hesitations. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing videos and photos of Tacoma going for runs alongside bike rides, playing with other dogs, doing some obedience training. Tacoma seems to have enjoyed his stay very much, smiling from ear to ear in the photos and videos. We look forward to working with Matt again.”

“We are very thankful for Kara and her family for loving our dog, Elvis, as their own. He loves their home— which is evident by the aggressive tail-wagging when we pull into their driveway. :) Great family”

“He has watched my dog twice now and I don't think I will take her anywhere else whenever I need to go somewhere. Cisco does a great job at updating you, sending you pictures, and just communicating overall. I would definitely suggest him to anyone who needs a dog sitter.”

“This is by far the best boarding care we’ve ever received. These are people who actually care and love your dogs. We don't like being away with our furbabies so we truly appreciate Yunuen and Saul so much. I also travel for my job so it’s always a challenge for me to find a great place so I’m glad to have found them in my current area. They sent me loads of updates and photos which brought so much peace of mind. You could tell that they did take care of my dogs really well. My dogs were so happy and at the same time so relaxed and calm when we picked them up so you could tell, they felt at home even if it was their first time staying with yunuen and saul. They even gave us photo prints of conway and logan during their stay. Although we’re leaving the area soon, I would for sure come back to them when I get assigned around this area again. I probably would be even willing to drive a couple of hours or so. That’s how much we felt safe and secured leaving our dogs with them!”

“Allen was fantastic! We’ve only left our puppy a few times, but after this experience, we’ll definitely be booking with him again. Our puppy was so happy and excited in his care, which gave us great peace of mind. Allen is also extremely punctual and communicative, we highly recommend!”

“April did a great job with my dog. She regularly updated me and followed the list of instructions I gave her lol. I am looking forward to working with her in the future. My dog enjoyed being with her too! Thank you April!!!”

“Marie and Rafael are wonderful, this was our 2nd time bringing Molly to stay with them. They are always communicating and sending pictures. When we dropped her off she was so excited once she realized where she was. I know they treat her with such great care and love. I almost feel like she is sad to leave when I picked her up. I highly recommend Marie and Rafael and I am very thankful to have found someone I could wholeheartedly trust with Molly.”

“Leticia did an amazing job watching my pup. He even came back more well behaved and not jumping on doors! I am going to recommend her with family and friends. She has a huge yard and other puppies around so it’s great for socializing. She updated me daily with pictures of him as well which I really appreciated.”

“Alondra was amazing! She took my dog super last minute, literally agreed the morning of drop off. I am very grateful for that as well as the communication, she updated me every day about how my dog was doing and sent pictures as well upon request. She also genuinely cared and asked me about care instructions during drop off, has a wonderful environment next to a park that fit my dogs needs, and family who was also able to care for my dog!”

“Latie took exceptional care of my two elderly dogs, including one who is blind, incontinent, and requires medication. Caring for senior dogs comes with a lot of extra responsibility, and they handled everything with so much patience, compassion, and attentiveness. It gave me real peace of mind knowing my dogs were in such capable and caring hands. I’m truly grateful and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy and kind pet sitter.”

“Amanda was awesome! Highly recommend. We have a young husky and senior Shih Tzu that is very needy and can be a bit much. She and her family did great with both of our dogs. We received daily updates and pics and videos. Which we appreciated as this was the first time leaving them. Our husky is a rescue and can be very skittish but somehow she didn’t have an issue with Amanda. Will definitely be leaving our dogs with her again.”

About: Compassionate and dependable animal caregiver with hands-on experience caring for pets in a safe, nurturing environment. Experienced in daily feeding, walking, grooming, cleaning, and monitoring animal health and behavior. Known for being patient, attentive, and trustworthy, with a strong commitment to the well-being, comfort, and routine of each animal. Able to follow care instructions closely and provide loving, reliable support to pets and peace of mind to their owners. Pet care is a consistent and meaningful part of my daily routine. I prioritize feeding schedules, fresh water, litter box maintenance, playtime, and monitoring behavior and health. I am attentive to each pet’s individual needs and ensure they receive a calm, safe, and nurturing environment throughout the day. I take the safety and trust of each pet very seriously. I follow all care instructions closely, maintain secure environments, and monitor pets for any changes in behavior or health. I respect household rules, ensure doors and gates are secure, and handle pets calmly and responsibly. My goal is to provide dependable care while giving pet owners confidence that their pets are in safe, trustworthy hands.
“Cameron took very good care of Niko while we were out of town. He kept me updated with pictures and our fur baby was having fun. Cameron is awesome, very informative and a very cool guy. I would definitely have him watch over our fur baby again. 5 stars all the way!!! Thank you Cameron!!!”

“Kodi and her family are extremely nice and welcoming. I was receiving updates from Kodi daily about Charlie, our miniature Schnauzer, and she and her kids gave him plenty of love and outdoor time. I recommend Kodi and will definitely put Charlie with her next time we’re out of town”

“Had to leave our dog for a trip over the weekend. So lucky to found Teodoro and family! We can tell our dog had a great time, she was well taken cared of. We received regular updates with photos which we really appreciate. Overall, extremely happy and will definitely be booking with them again.”

“Ace had such a wonderful time with Nicole during his stay. We received daily photos and videos of all his activity which was such a reassurance as this was our first time using a service like this. Thank you so much for taking care of our little guy as if he were your own.”

Over 535 pet parents in California have booked dog boarding
California dog parents share their Rover experiences
This was my second time booking with Marie,and once again she was amazing. She is caring, dependable, and truly treats Sunny like her own. I loved receiving regular updates and photos, and it was clear Sunny felt comfortable and happy the entire time. I’m very thankful for the wonderful care and would absolutely book with her again.

This was my dog's first stay with Diamond and I was pleased with her services and the treatment of my dog. We did a meet and greet before my dog's stay and I appreciated how Diamond allowed us into her home for my dog to get familiar with the surroundings. She took great care and patience to get to know him. Her home was comfortable and she sent daily pictures of how my dog was doing. She also took my dog out for walks and accommodated my requests. I will definitely use her services again!

We had such a great experience. Brenda was kind, and attentive. Our dogs came home happy, relaxed, and well cared for. We really appreciated the updates and peace of mind while we were away. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a safe and loving place for their pups!
I was very happy with Kimberly. Our dog was very scared and not on his best behavior on Day 1. Kimberly reached out for advice instead of giving up. It worked! He calmed down and all went well from there! I appreciated her patience and resolve. She communicated during my trip and sent pictures which put my mind at ease. I recommend her and will definitely be a return customer!

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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
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 California.
Rover makes it easy to find California 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.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.









