Dog Boarding Citrus Heights
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“Gregory was an amazing sitter. He went above and beyond to make sure Scout was not only safe, but happy. He took her on walks and to visit his mom. She got to make new doggy friends and sleep on his couch. We will definitely be using him again in the future.”
“Nancy is a fantastic sitter! She is so attentive and took such great care of Frankie. It was our first time using her services and she made sure that not only I, but my dog, felt comfortable before the stay and during the entirety of it. She’s on top of her communication and I loved seeing how well cared for Frankie was while we were gone. Will definitely work with her again in the future. Thank you, Nancy!”
“Erin was the best! She took great care of our dog. She was always super responsive and gave daily updates with pictures. Would for sure let her watch our dog again!”
“It was our dogs’ first time away from home. Susan and Irv have been wonderful. They went for walks twice in the 24 hour period that they had them. They even sent us photos and updates on how they were doing. Our dogs have always been wary and anxious around strangers, but with Susan and Irvin, they felt immediately comfortable and so did we. They looked happy when we came to pick them up. We feel at ease leaving our fur babies with them again in the future. Thanks for opening your beautiful home for Tobi and Mochi.”
“I’d had a bad experience with a kennel, so I thought I would try something different. River.com has been a lifesaver! So easy to use the app and book your stay. Michael is the best. I have a very temperamental Doxie. She doesn’t like anybody. Well, she likes Michael! I can leave her with him and feel completely at ease. She’s stayed with him twice so far, and from the photos he sends me, she’s had a GREAT time with him. Please don’t put your dog in a kennel. Put her in a loving environment where she will be nurtured and taken care of. Send her to Michael! You, and your pup, will be glad you did...”
“I had the pleasure of having Alexis watch over our English Labrador, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with her service. From start to finish, Alexis demonstrated exceptional care, attention to detail, and a genuine love for dogs.”
“Zena was well cared for when she stayed with Jamie and her family. We loved all the nice pictures showing how she was doing various times of the day. Thank you Jamie and family ❤️”
“Ariana was absolutely amazing! She took such great care of Piper and kept me completely in the loop with nightly updates and adorable pictures. I really appreciated how responsive and communicative she was, it gave me total peace of mind while I was away. You can tell she genuinely cares and goes above and beyond. I would definitely hire her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring sitter!”
“Evgenia was great! She was very communicative and sent pictures through out the stay. She seems like she really cares about the animals that stay with her and want to know about them prior to their stay. My pups are tired and happy ☺️”
“Jenna was so great to work with! My normal sitter had to cancel last minute before a week long trip and I was so nervous trying to find someone new, especially over 4th of July. Jenna was sweet and communication was quick and easy. She sent me photos every day and gave my little guy lots of love. She even administered ear drops for an ear infection my dog had just been diagnosed with. Everything was wonderful and absolutely would recommend her.”
“Adrienne was amazing! She did such a good job with our dog and was also available in a last minute pinch that really saved us. She took our dog on walks and sent us adorable videos, and she was a breeze to communicate with throughout the process. This was our first time using Rover so we were a little bit nervous but it was an excellent experience and we definitely will have Adrienne dog sit for us again in the future.”
“Julie was super accommodating and able to meet our last minute request, which was awesome! Her home was very lovely and the yard was a good size for the dogs to run about. I absolutely love how the dogs come through the back door to the yard and have a little "containment" area so that their leashes can come off and then be let in to meet the other little furbabies. On the last day/evening, we were going to head back down to Southern California via car, and she asked if we needed the pups fed. She was so thoughtful and our little buddies were nice and full for the long trip.”
“Tracey is the best sitter everrrrr! She is so loving & caring our lilo loved going to stay with her. She kept communication open the entire time & provided us with updates. Even though we moved about an hour away I would definitely make the drive to know lilos well taken care of.”
“Our first long trip away from our pup, but we felt so comfortable leaving him in Marnett’s care. We met beforehand to make sure personalities matched up and we were a go from the start. So relieved to find such a reliable and responsible boarder!!”
“Madeline was incredibly flexible and completely professional for our dog. Her communication was great, we received plenty of updates. I highly recommend booking with her!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Citrus Heights is $56
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Citrus Heights
Tammy was amazing with my dog Luca. He had a great time and was having a lot of fun with her dogs. Tammy was great with communication and sent lots of pics . Luca will Definitely be going back and i will be recommending Tammy to all my friends and family. Thank you so much !
Nancy is wonderful and by far the best caretaker of our dogs that we have ever had. Nancy takes the time and effort to get to know the dogs she cares for and their unique needs. We have a very energetic border collie, and Nancy goes the extra mile to ensure that our dog gets plenty of walks, games, and stimulation. She provides daily updates and amazing photos. We cannot thank her enough for the exceptional care that she provides.
This was our first time leaving our dogs in the care of Jennifer. We have two large dogs and were a bit nervous at first to leave them for an entire week, but she eased our minds at the meet & greet we had set up. Everything went perfectly and we couldn’t be happier that we found her! She sent us multiple photos and updates per day. She was super responsive to messages. We would be happy to have her watch our dogs again in the future and would recommend her to anyone!
Yasmith & Jay are a lovely couple! They communicated and sent pictures often and we could tell our dog was getting spoiled! They were extremely flexible with our last-minute booking request, and I truly appreciated that. Our dog had a great time with them and looked great when we picked him up! They even gave him a bath while he was there. If needed, I will be using their services again. I would highly recommend Yasmith and Jay to watch your fur babies! I trust them 100%!
Mariana has a very calming presence, which was great for my anxious Larry dog. She was prompt in communicating and assertive when asking for clarification, which I really appreciated. She sent regular updates/pictures while Larry was in her care for a whole 8 days. Needless to say, he seemed very content when it time to pick him up! I would highly recommend Mariana and wouldn’t hesitate to rebook with her again!
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Citrus Heights
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Citrus Heights is $43 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $31 and $58 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 1,675 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Citrus Heights. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
95% of sitters in Citrus Heights can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Citrus Heights home-away-from-home, 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 Citrus Heights.
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 Citrus Heights 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 , 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 .
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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