Dog Boarding in El Cajon
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1. Linda Jean F.
“Linda Jean is so wonderful- when we leave Lucy with her, we know she is in good hands. She is kind and loving and treats Lucy like she is her own.”
2. Jay B.
“Jay was friendly and positive. I could tell my pup had a great time with her. She was also knowledgeable and confident. I would use her again.”
3. Abby M.
“Abby took such great care of our dog for us. She was great about sending updates and pictures throughout the day. Penny was a happy girl when we picked her up.”
4. Ami R.
“Ami treated my boys well and kept me updated as one of them was having trouble adjusting to a new location. I really appreciate her patience and graciousness in caring for the boys. They both came home healthy, happy, and worn out. I’d definitely recommend Ami to other pet parents.”
5. Moises L.
“Moisés was great boarding my GSP puppy. He was really knowledgeable and provided timely updates while I was on vacation. I will definitely be using his services again in the future!”
6. Savanah B.
“Savanah is the GOAT!!! There is no other way of saying it. My dog Nacho is a high energy TJ rescue and without missing a beat my dog took to Savanah. He loved her right away and felt safe around her. Savanah sent updates and was in communication always. Nacho was so so happy and tired which is such a tall order for a runner! Thank you Savanah! Nacho misses you already”
7. Sean & Amy O.
“Amazing folks. Very accommodating. They offered a meet and greet and let our pups play and get familiar with them and their surrounding. Took the lab over for an overnight - he was excited when he remembered where he was; he came home tired and happy. We plan to leave them for a week while we travel and I am sure we will use them often. They send photos, videos and texts to keep us updated. Highly recommend.”
8. Charlie K.
“Shanna is so great with my pup, Lucy. Lucy gets so excited every time I drop her off with Shanna and is always so worn out from all the fun they have. I receive daily updates which is great when I’m missing her at work. Definitely recommend!”
9. Raquel G.
“Raquel was so amazing with my pup! She was very quick to respond and kept me updated regularly on how my dog was doing. I would 10/10 recommend her and will be using her services again!”
10. Danielle B.
“Danielle is an excellent communicator and an even better pet sitter! Space came back happy and absolutely pooped! Thank you for taking such great care of her and being so flexible with our schedule! ❤️”
11. Amanda W.
“Barkley had the best time with Amanda and Gus! Amanda was communicative and sent lots of pictures. She was mindful of the temperature and was careful taking him outside. We can’t wait to have Barkley stay with Amanda again! She was fantastic!”
12. Kelly & Donovan H.
“Such a great experience. Our pug was loved and taken care of. They sent us several pictures and videos each day which we loved. Thank you guys! 5 star service.”
13. Christina G.
“Christina took great care of our dog and we greatly appreciate all her help. She also sent us a lot of pictures. We will definitely use her again!”
14. Angela & Paul H.
“My dogs both had a great time with Angela and Paul. They came home exhausted and happy. Angela sent me pictures and was very easy to communicate with and I felt truly comfortable leaving the dogs in their care, would very much recommend and will use again.”
15. Whitney D.
“We had Whitney take care of our pup for five days while we were out of town. I really liked that she took time out of her day to do a meet and greet first to make sure it was a good fit. She's super prompt and professional with her communications and sent some great photos of our dog Dory so I felt she was happy and loved while we were gone : ) I would definitely take Dory back for dog sitting to Whitney in the future!!”
16. Stacy S.
“Our energetic 2 year old lab had the best time playing with the family. He came home happy and tired after running around the neighborhood park. He received lots of attention. He will be going back soon for another play day. Thank you!”
17. Harlee L.
“Harlee was amazing to work with! She took great care of our pup while we were away. She sent us regular updates and photos, and our dog looked like he was having a great time! I’m so thankful we found her!”
18. Amanda S.
“Amanda is a true animal lover, but her experience with dog rescue and fostering really sets her apart. It's clear she has a deep understanding of canine behavior and needs, which made me feel so confident leaving my dog in her care. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a loving, reliable sitter who goes above and beyond. Thank you for your amazing care!”
19. Dustin D.
“Dustin and his family are AWESOME!!! Our puppy is high energy and very sensitive to being left with someone else, and they made him feel at home and happy while we were out of town. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience for our crazy puppy! We hope to see you again soon.”
20. Jeffrey H.
“Jeffrey is GREAT! He has an awesome setup for the dogs and sends daily pics/videos, which we love! Also very easy to work with a flexible schedule. Highly recommend.”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in El Cajon on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $56 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 3,177 sitters provided dog boarding in El Cajon. 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, 93% of El Cajon dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in El Cajon have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 El Cajon.
Rover makes it easy to find El Cajon 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 3,177 dog boarding sitters in El Cajon on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In El Cajon, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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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