Dog Boarding in El Portal
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“Erick was fantastic with Max. His dogs took Max into their pack without any problem. Max pulls straight into his drive way knowing that he will have a great time. He is already looking forward to his next stay.”


“Thank you again for taking such good care of my baby! The regular updates and pictures were much appreciated! Jupiter looked great when I arrived to pick him up. He looked very healthy, happy, well-fed and clean! He seemed to have fun with his new friends!”

“Jonathan cuido muy bien a mis perritos. Me enviaba fotos todo el tiempo , siempre me contestaba los mensajes al instante y fue muy flexible con los horarios ya que los modifique en el momento y el no tuvo problema. Mis perros vinieron felices de su casa ! Asique no dudaría en volver a dejarlos con él para que me los cuide y recomendarlo con quien lo necesite . Gracias Jonathan !”

“Muchísimas gracias a Noraima por todo, ella es increíble!! Estuvo en comunicación constantemente. Tiene un patio en su casa perfecto para jugar y correr, mis bebés definitivamente disfrutaron sus vacaciones con ella🐾”

“They were so great and flexible! I love how they were prepared and had so many things ready to take care of my girl! I wish they would have sent more pictures because the ones they sent looked so great and professional I loved them!! Thank you again!”

“Chloe and her boyfriend were amazing!! She sent tons of photos and videos, keeping us updated. You can tell her & her boyfriend truly love animals. Our dog had an amazing time with them & her corgi Oliver. Would definitely leave our dog with Chloe next time we’re out of town! :)”


“Gail is fabulous. Our girls were so happy and relaxed with her. She sent us updates and photos throughout their stay which made us feel so connected. Excellent experience ❤️”

“It wad obvious Coco was well loved and had fun. We received a ton of photos from her adventures. Communication was perfect and the hosts were graciously accommodating to our schedule.”

“Sylwia took amazing care of my 14-year-old dog, Layla, and I could not be more grateful. From day one, she was attentive, thoughtful, and clearly very experienced with senior dogs. She sent daily updates with photos and detailed notes about Layla’s mood, habits, and what she liked each day, which gave me total peace of mind while I was away. On her own initiative, she even added a soft, comfortable material to the bottom of Layla’s crate to make her more comfortable, which meant a lot to me. It was clear that Layla was treated with genuine care and kindness, not just watched over. All of this came at a very reasonable price. I would absolutely trust Sylvia again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and responsible pet sitter.”

“Daniel and Becca were great! Made sure to send plenty of pictures and were available for any questions or check-ins. Bentley was in great hands, he had so much fun! Would definitely recommend to anyone.”

“Shirley was great. She was very communicative and sent pictures often. Olive enjoyed the backyard and cuddling on the bed. I can tell Olive had a great time with Shirley.”

“Natalya took care of my furry baby for 15 days! It was such a relief finding someone like her to be with him while I did a long trip outside of the country. My dog eats fresh and dry food, and she handled that just fine. She adapted his schedule so he could potty according to the walks that she had with her dogs. Her family embraced my dog as if he was one of their own, couldn't be happier!”

“Reliable, dependable, and caring. My go to puppy sitter. My fur baby always comes home happy and exhausted. I’m kept up to date with tons of pictures and photos, could not be happier with the boarding services!”

“Raul watched our Great Dane for 8 days this past week. He was attentive, communicative, and able to accommodate Dawson’s anxiety with a lot of head rubs and walks. I would recommend Raul if you are in need of a pet sitter.”

“Claudia is the best dog sitter! She sent me beautiful photos every day throughout Gisele’s stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. I highly recommend Claudia if you’re looking for someone trustworthy and caring to look after your pets.”

“Gracias a Jose y su Esposa, disfrutamos nuestras vacaciones sin preocupaciones, es la 1ra vez que disfruto sin tener ansiedad de donde lo estoy dejando! Mi Grogu, creo que disfrutó sus vacaciones tanto como nosotros, sus perritas tambien son un amor. Definitivamente volveremos a utilizar sus servicios!”

“Oddrey LOVED staying with Cathe and her friends! Her dog is super sweet and her cat almost blends in like another dog. Her place is very comfortable for pups and well cared for. I highly recommend.”
El Portal dog parents share their Rover experiences
Shirley was great! She met us and our pup Kona for a meet & greet before we booked a 5 night boarding stay with her. She has a nice private yard. She sent daily video updates. Kona seemed very calm with her, and wasn’t overly excited to leave when we picked her up 😄. We will book with Shirley again!

Tiago @ Nerd Paws was amazing to deal with. Super flexible with drop off and pickup. My family and I went away for 2 weeks and left our 9 month old husky with Nerd Paws. They sent me pictures while I was away and responded to me very timely . When I picked my dog up she was clean and happy .Just as she was when I dropped her off Im So happy I found Nerd Paws. Whenever I go away for a day or a week Nerd Paws is my dogs second home. Thanks for taking great care of my family ( Nickel ) Nerd Paws .

This was our first time having a pet sitter for our dog and Jennifer made it the perfect experience! We received status updates and photos and videos daily. Since the first day, Jennifer has been so thoughtful and caring to our dog. Our dog loved staying with Jennifer and the snacks and treats! Jennifer was also very flexible with the pick up time. Highly recommend!

Jonathan is absolutely the best — I couldn't recommend him more highly! I left my Cavalier King Charles, Wyatt, in his care and felt completely at ease the entire time. Jonathan is attentive & genuinely loves animals. His home is a loving, comfortable environment with other pets, which made Wyatt feel right at home from the start. You can tell Jonathan truly cares about the dogs he watches — not just as a job, but because it's in his nature. Wyatt came back happy, well-loved, and clearly had a great time!

Erick was 10/10!!! communication, flexibility, positive energy and giving my baby love and a temporary home for my last-minute trip. He read through her entire profile before I dropped her off and asked any clarifying questions. He provided numerous video and photo updates. I really appreciated how he was thoughtful and proactive of her feelings and needs. She came home to me energized and healthy. We will definitely be back. He has a beautiful, clean home and gorgeous garden that makes for a safe, fun environment. Thanks again Erick!! We'll see you soon! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Jessica is top of the line I got pictures and videos daily, she was loving, caring and pampering to my dog. Drop off and pick up were simple and relaxed accomodating to my strange schedule of the trip. wonderful communincation , my dog was extremely well taken care. Thank you

Chloe and her boyfriend were amazing!! She sent tons of photos and videos, keeping us updated. You can tell her & her boyfriend truly love animals. Our dog had an amazing time with them & her corgi Oliver. Would definitely leave our dog with Chloe next time we’re out of town! :)

This is my second time booking with Liora and it was just as fantastic as the first. Liora is communicative, caring, and my pup is treated like family while staying with her. I’m truly grateful to have been connected with such a great sitter and will for sure continue to book her in the future!

I couldn’t be happier with the care Rocia Moka’s dog sitter provided. My dog Moka immediately felt comfortable, which says everything! I would absolutely recommend Rocia to anyone looking for someone dependable, kind, and professional. I’ll definitely be booking again!

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in El Portal is $45
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Sitters in El Portal average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, 4,408 sitters provided dog boarding in El Portal. 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, 91% of El Portal dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in El Portal have an average of 15 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Portal.
Rover makes it easy to find El Portal 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 4,408 dog boarding sitters in El Portal on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In El Portal, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 92% 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.











