Dog Boarding Forest Knolls

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Sitter Profile Image: Lori & Frank R.
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Lori & Frank R.
$98
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Fairfax, CA, 94930

We cannot recommend Lori and Frank more highly. This was Daisy’s very first time with a pet sitter, and as a rescue pup she can be a bit nervous in new situations. From the moment we met them, Lori and Frank immediately made her feel comfortable—not just with them, but also with their wonderful adult children. They took exceptional care of Daisy and truly made her part of their family. Thanks to their calm, loving environment, Daisy even gained the confidence to make a new doggy friend with another pet guest during her stay, which meant so much to us. We loved receiving regular updates and photos, and it was clear every step of the way that Daisy was happy, relaxed, and well cared for. Leaving your dog for the first time is never easy, but Lori and Frank made the entire experience completely stress-free. We are so grateful for the love and attention they gave Daisy and would trust them again without hesitation.

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Talley H.
Sitter Profile Image: Sophie M.
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Sophie M.
$68
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
San Rafael, CA, 94901

Sophie did a great job with our 1 year old dog. She was a great communicator with consistent updates and pictures throughout the stay which gave us confidence in her wonderful care of our pup!

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Barrett R.
Sitter Profile Image: Lillie H.
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Lillie H.
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
13 repeat clients
20 years of experience
San Rafael, CA, 94903

Lillie was wonderful, and I would highly recommend her! It was our first time leaving Bear with her- she sent lots of photos and videos which gave us peace of mind. Bear has issues with anxiety but came home a very happy boy! Thank you Lillie!

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Sheeja S.
Sitter Profile Image: Nadya S.
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Nadya S.
$84
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
5 repeat clients
24 years of experience
San Rafael, CA, 94903

Nadya was amazing with Bowie! She sent photos and videos, her space was beautiful with a big yard and comfortable indoor area and was so flexible with drop off and pick up. We will without a doubt have Nadya watch Bowie again.

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Maria M.
Sitter Profile Image: Tamara C.
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Tamara C.
$78
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
36 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Novato, CA, 94947

Tamara’s family took great care of Poppy! We will definitely ask her again to watch Poppy while we are away and know that she is in good hands! Thank you

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Andrea D.
Sitter Profile Image: Sylvie W.
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Sylvie W.
$84
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
127 reviews
84 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Fairfax, CA, 94930

We had a great experience with Sylvie. She provided regular and helpful communication and we were confident that our dog was in good hands and enjoying himself.

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Mike C.
Sitter Profile Image: Melissa C.
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Melissa C.
$111
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
13 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Marina, San Francisco, CA, 94123

Melissa is a great dog friend. The moment my dog Xico, who is very sensitive one, met with her he felt comfortable annd safe. And Archy, her dog is just as adorable as Melissa. Thanks

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Sitter Profile Image: Mila L.
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Mila L.
$98
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
20 years of experience
San Rafael, CA, 94901

We were very happy with the care our dog received. Mila was communicative, attentive to our instructions, and clearly took great care of our dog while we were away. It gave us real peace of mind knowing everything was being handled so well. We’re grateful to have found someone we can trust and would gladly book with her again.

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Elon D.
Sitter Profile Image: Joyce C.
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Joyce C.
$63
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Outer Sunset, San Francisco, CA, 94122

Pascal absolutely loved his stay and came home worn out from playing and snuggling! We got lots of updates and felt good knowing Pascal was in absolutely fantastic hands! 10/10 would recommend!!!

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Anna W.
Sitter Profile Image: Deborah G.
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Deborah G.
$105
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
San Rafael, CA, 94901

Deborah was fantastic! She was nice enough to accommodate us same day and could not have been nicer. We could tell instantly when we arrived that she was going to take great care of our dog Otto. She took him on walks, took him to the beach, sent lots of great photos, and even bought him some pup cups! Her children were also absolutely lovely and obviously made Otto feel comfortable and welcome. Highly recommend using Deborah services! You cannot go wrong!

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Colin L.
Sitter Profile Image: Derek & Solip "Stella" T.
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Derek & Solip "Stella" T.
$96
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
240 reviews
124 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Marina, San Francisco, CA, 94123

Derek and Stella were great! They were very communicative, flexible when I ended up returning late from my vacation, and overall clearly wonderful to Levi. Recommend

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Christian M.
Sitter Profile Image: Curran B.
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Curran B.
$139
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Marina, San Francisco, CA, 94123

Dogs had a great time

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Iain H.
Sitter Profile Image: Emily O.
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Emily O.
$77
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
12 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Larkspur, CA, 94939

Emily was wonderful! We arranged a meeting in advance to give my dog a chance to see the space and place. Then Emily was flexible with timing as we firmed up plans. She took great care of Aubrey and her dog Gigi was a super pal for Aubrey.

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Heidi E.
Sitter Profile Image: Bianca H.
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Bianca H.
$111
total per night
4.8 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
San Rafael, CA, 94901

Thank you Bianca! Bianca took wonderful care of Kuma and we appreciate her excellent communication and flexibility. We would absolutely ask Bianca to dog sit again. Thank you!!

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Jane J.
Sitter Profile Image: Wenxin S.
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Wenxin S.
$59
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
10 repeat clients
9 years of experience
El Cerrito, CA, 94530

Wenxin took such good care of my dog Smiley, she showered Smiley with love, care, and patience. Smiley really enjoyed every minute. Strongly recommend Wenxin for anyone who needs help with their dog.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ellen R.
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Ellen R.
$120
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
87 reviews
12 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Sausalito, CA, 94965

Ellen was professional from start to finish, making us feel our pup was safe and taken care of while we were away, including text and photo updates. Our doggo is a bit shy and anxious, and Ellen knew just how to connect with him and get to know his personality. It was our first time leaving our pup for a night away from home and we/our pup couldn’t have asked for a better first experience.

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Jordan S.
Sitter Profile Image: Alex L.
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Alex L.
$174
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
8 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Novato, CA, 94945

Alex and Bri were great! Our dog Casper looked super happy and content in their cozy home. Sent tons of pics and provided timely updates. Would consider using them again as a boarding option.

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Eric S.
Sitter Profile Image: Sam G.
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Sam G.
$90
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
243 reviews
83 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Outer Sunset, San Francisco, CA, 94122

Sam was a great host for my dog while I was on a long trip overseas. She kept me up to date and I could tell both during and after picking up my dog that she had a very comfortable stay with Sam.

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Hans R.
Sitter Profile Image: Paulina F.
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Paulina F.
$111
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
18 years of experience
Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA, 94131

Henri had a great weekend at Paulina’s! She came out to greet us and then took the leash and introduced Henri to her home-he was so comfortable with her from the start. Our dog has hardly been away from us in his 7 years and I was a little nervous about leaving him with someone new, but I soon realized I had nothing to worry about. Paulina is a very relaxed person and sent updates and adorable photos each day. It made me happy to see him look so at home with her. Don’t let her lack of a backyard discourage you-Henri was happy and tired when we picked him up. We will call on her whenever we need a dog sitter for when we visit our daughter in SF. Paulina was an absolute lifesaver and we are so happy to have found her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Luna L.
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Luna L.
$111
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Richmond, CA, 94805

Banksy had an amazing time at Luna's and loved playing with Jim. I felt extremely comfortable leaving Banksy with Luna, based on the questions she asked about Banksy, her attention to detail about his needs and safety, and just her kind warm personality! I loved the pictures each day. I wholeheartedly recommend Luna and will definitely be having her watch Banksy again!

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Vanessa L.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Forest Knolls is $75

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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Forest Knolls

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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Forest Knolls on Rover is $38.85 per night (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 4,133 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Forest Knolls. 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.

93% of Forest Knolls 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 Forest Knolls 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 Forest Knolls 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 Forest Knolls.

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 Forest Knolls 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 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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