Dog Boarding El Portal
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“Donna was great with Charlie, she communicated constantly with me, and sent pictures and videos. Charlie looked like he had so much fun, and was very loved while he stay there. 100% will be back.”
“I had to leave my dog here for the holidays, and Christin was absolutely perfect! My dog always has such a good time playing and she is very good on keeping me updated. When we were dropping our dog off, he even got excited once he realized hwere we were, that is how much he loves it there :)”
“Laura and her family were amazing. This was my first time boarding my dog and I had many concerns but she was able to relieve them. I was going on a cruise where I would only have internet on port days. She remembered those port days and would send updates to our chat the morning of. When I got service on those days it was such a relief to see an update on Chewie. I was worry free by the second time and continued to enjoy my vacation. Truly awesome! I will definitely book again with Laura and her family when I go on vacation! Thank you so much again!!”
“Tito y su mujer son simplemente los mejores. Dejar a Brutus con ellos, es dejarles en las mejores manos. Brutus siempre vuelve feliz y en todas las fotos y vídeos diarios que me envían, lo veo disfrutando y contento. Yo me quedo súper tranquila dejándole en su casa. Ya se ha quedado con ellos más de 6 veces, y por seguro que serán muchas más! Muchas gracias por todo!!!!”
“This was Lily’s second stay, and she absolutely loved it—it’s like a little resort getaway for her! The girls took such great care of her and made sure she felt right at home. She came back happy, and clearly well-loved. Communication was smooth, and I appreciated all the updates. We’ll definitely be booking again!”
“Kira loves to hang out at Tiphany’s home. Tiphany most of the time takes care couple of dogs and Kira loves it since she loves to play with all types and kinds of dogs. She always has a blast at Typhany's home.”
“Idania watched my dog Delilah for 10 days. She sent me photos and videos of Delilah every day and made sure to ease my worries and anxiety about leaving her with a sitter. I appreciate her keeping me up to date and Delilah loved playing with her puppy Jacob. I would recommend her to any friends and stay with Idania again. Thank you Ida!❤️”
“Maddie is an excellent pet sitter! My dog stayed with her for about a week and had a great time. Maddie is responsive and attentive. She responded to questions and messages very promptly and I knew that my dog would be safe and healthy with her. I would 100% book with Maddie again and refer her to friends!”
“I truly couldn’t ask for a better person to care for my dog than Mayra. I get emotional even writing this—she goes above and beyond every single time. Her kindness is exceptional, and it means the world to me knowing Banks is in such loving hands. Banks and I are so lucky to have her in our lives. Thank you for taking such amazing care of him. God bless you, Mayra.”
“Raquel was wonderful with our dog. She sent us pictures regularly and was easy to reach out to. Would absolutely have her take care of our little girl again!!”
“I was very pleased with Aitana and her care for my almost 15 year-old terrier mix for the past 7 days. She sent pictures and videos of him that showed how comfortable he felt around her and her boyfriend in their home and on walks. I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking a great person to watch and care for your fur-baby when you travel. I will definitely book her again!”
“Mallie and her husband took good care of my dog Tuna!. She was willing to meet at her place for a meet&greet beforehand, which was important to me. She kept us informed throughout and was accommodated with my flight schedule changes. We will gladly book with her again!”
“Very loving, caring. Kept me posted on habits of my 16 year old female dog. She wasn't eating so Nina tried a special meal for her and got her to eat. I wikk be using Nina in the future and recommend her. Thank you.”
“Brenda was amazing! She is extremely caring and loving for the pets she cares for, making sure to go the extra mile to accommodate their needs and help them feel comfortable. She also provides updates about your pet with pictures and videos which is fantastic. I will absolutely be using her service again and am so thankful I was able to find her on this app.”
“I wish I could give Tony more than 5 stars. This was my first time using Rover and I feel very lucky I found him. Tony was super responsive, communicative, flexible and the most important thing: he took great care of Maui and Pepito. I could tell they were SO happy and they had a blast. Can’t wait to repeat. Forever grateful to him”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in El Portal is $45
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - El Portal
I Left my dog with Sylwia for over two weeks. She sent multiple pictures, my pup got along great with hers, and she was communicative the whole time. They were the best snuggle buddies, which is great for a cuddly and anxious pup like mine. Wonderful and super friendly sitter and I will happily return again in the future!! Would (and will) 100% recommend to anyone in the S. Florida area. Thank you, Sylwia!
Christin was awesome. I recently rescued my dog and he is still learning to adapt to normal life. Although he is incredibly sweet and affectionate, he is vocal and experienced a lot of stress being without me. Christin was very understanding and kept me updated 4-5 times a day.
Veronica was amazing! She kept mine and my sister's dogs while we were away for the weekend. She sent updates, pictures, and videos throughout the day to let us know they were doing well and constantly being loved on. I highly recommend Veronica to keep your fur babies. We will definitely be booking with her again in the future!
I had to take a last minute trip that was planned for my birthday, and looked into any available sitters to leave my precious princess onboarded. I saw Randal and Jocelyn's page and liek that they had so much experience with different breeds of dogs, and pictures too. They were super quick to reply and set up a metting and even accommodated my bydu schedule! Despite my nerves they were super patient and understanding throughout the whole hand off and made sure to check for allergies or any other important information, even down to her usual feeding schedule. Which may not seem that important but once you create a routine with your dog everyday they are used to that cycle and changing it can become chaotic. Will 100% book again, very great handoff too! She was clean and healthy and happy, ready to come home but she looked healthy and well taken care off, and that as a dog mom makes me feel like great, that I left her in good hands!
Our Cocoa had a fab time staying with Leo. He provided updates and photos everyday. We rescued Cocoa from the streets a few weeks before and required boarding before taking her back to the UK - Leo boarded her and he made sure that there was no halt in progress with her in terms of training and diet. She looked amazing when we picked her up and we could tell that she was well looked after with Leo.
I took a chance on a new sitter, and I'm so glad I did! Matteo and his family made us feel right at home. They were very communicative, sending me videos and photos throughout the day. The highlight was watching my dog, Levi, become best friends with Matteo’s daughter. They came in as strangers and left as great friends. I highly recommend them—10/10!
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in El Portal on Rover is $51.53 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 4,316 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across El Portal. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
95% of El Portal sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which El Portal landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their El Portal home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 El Portal.
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 El Portal 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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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 FL 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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