Dog Boarding in Carlsbad
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1. Colleen E.
“I can’t recommend Colleen enough! She took such amazing care of my dog, going above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable and well looked after. I really appreciated the constant updates—it was so reassuring to see how happy and relaxed he was. Truly grateful for her thoughtful, attentive care! Highly recommend her ❤️”
2. Brianne P.
“I am a big mamma bear when it comes to my dog, and I was so pleased with the care he received. She was extremely flexible about drop-off and pick-up, and sent me a few photos during his stay. She had a few other dogs being boarded as well, and they all seemed to have become best friends when I picked my boy up. He was so happy and tired coming home, and I am very pleased to see he was cared for, and got lots of play time.”
3. Jimma W.
“Jimma was great with our senior dog—he seemed very comfortable the moment we dropped him off in the morning and he was enjoying himself when we picked him up that evening. Jimma sent us pictures and updates during the day which we appreciated. We are not from the area and needed a dog sitter last minute so we could spend the day at Carlsbad Caverns National Park. It worked out great since the park is not very dog friendly. Booking was very easy since she got back to me so promptly. Her location was very convenient for drop off and pickup. I would definitely use her again next time I am in the area and would definitely recommend her to others.”
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1. Search
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2. Meet & Greet
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Dog Boarding FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
As of Apr 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Carlsbad is $65 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $455. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Carlsbad dog boarding rates can be found as low as $29 to as high as $79 per night.
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 Carlsbad.
Rover makes it easy to find Carlsbad 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.
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