Dog Boarding in Goleta
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Lynn & Marty took great care of Lillie. When we arrived to pick her up, Lillie was happy & relaxed. L&M were communicative while we were away, took and sent excellent photos.”
“Gurudatt and his family were amazing with our pup. They went on multiple walks per day and went to play at the park too. Their dog Bruno is super friendly and was a great play partner for our dog. They sent pictures and videos throughout the stay so I knew she was being well taken care of and happy.”
“Just love Jeanine! She really understood my border collie, and as we all know BC pups can be a real challenge. If Jeanine can handle Edith so well, she will do great with anyone's furry friend!”
About: I’m a dedicated and loving pet caregiver based in Santa Barbara. I offer reliable, safe, and personalized care for dogs of all sizes and personalities. My goal is to make every dog feel comfortable, understood, and treated like part of the family. • Lifelong animal lover • Experienced in caring for dogs of different ages, temperaments, and needs. • Patient, responsible, and very detail-oriented. • Focuses on calm walks, exploration, enrichment, and safety. • Clear and consistent communication with owners (updates with photos and videos). I’m flexible. I’m currently available Part time week days and full time from Thursday to Sunday and holidays. We can talk about it depending on your needs In your house or mine - 100% Personalized Care - • Family-like environment, cage-free and stress-free • Lots of love, patience, and quality time • Meals prepared just the way you like them • Medication monitoring if needed • Walks designed for exploration, sniffing, relaxation, and enjoyment • Constant updates for your peace of mind
“Cara took very good care of our sweet Sunshine. She was kind and careful with our instructions on meals and medications. She sent great updates and photos, and we felt at ease being away from our little baby. Her home is a wonderful environment for dogs. Thank you Cara!”
“Natalia is officially our go to sitter. This was our 1st time leaving our super anxious dog with a stranger. We were given at least daily photo updates and it also looked like she took him to the beach and dog park (Krypto looked really happy in the photo). Natalia had everything already, so next time we go on vacation we just need to provide Krypto's food and supplements. She purchased a toy for him, has a bed, water/food bowls, crate...so I highly recommend Natalia”
“Another amazing stay with Shalon! Little bear is Mr. Social but Ellie who is only 7.5 lbs was nervous around bigger dogs. This is just the second stay and Ellie is enjoying the other dogs . Shalon gives my pups so much love and I would highly recommend her . Great communication and the best pictures!”
“Kapri did everything that we asked and our pup was so happy when we got home stress-free when we got there looked like he was protecting the house. He already made himself home. I’m glad he had such a great time. I will definitely be using Kapri again.”
“Gail was a fantastic sitter and it gave us great peace of mind to leave our pup with someone like her. She took our dog to the dog park and the ranch and sent us adorable photos and videos each day. Our dog has been a nervous picky eater lately and it was exacerbated by the stress of being someplace new. Gail hand fed our dog and gave her treats and sardines to make sure she ate! She really went above and beyond and we are immensely grateful.”
“Vivian helped with a last minute request to watch our pup. She was really flexible with our changing needs and we were happy our dog stayed with her for a few hours while we visited the zoo. Very friendly and responsive.”
“Kaitlyn was great with River! Super communicative and easy to work with and River seemed like he had a great time even amidst the heavy rains. We’ll definitely be reaching out next time we need someone to hang with River!”
“Lianne did a fantastic job taking care of our Golden Retriever. Easy to communicate with, conscientious, hands on and I will most certainly book with her again. Great experience and wholeheartedly recommend.”
“Amber was great and sent pictures of Moki’s adventures each day. Moki seemed happy when I picked her up and had even had a bath. I would definitely reach out again and would recommend her as a pet sitter.”
“Haven was wonderful with Nala! She kept her active by taking her to the park and beach! She also sent adorable pictures of her throughout the day. I would highly recommend her as a sitter!”
“We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Lauren! Our 8 year-old Golden was so clearly well cared for and happy during her stay with their younger Phoebe. Lauren was responsive, attentive, and kept us updated with messages and photos, which gave us real peace of mind. It’s obvious she truly loves dogs and treats them like their own. We look forward to using her services again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, responsible dog sitter.”
About: In recent years, I have built a strong trustworthy reputation via more than 80 (yep, eighty) 5-star reviews on a leading house/pet care platform. Photos of some were in here, but the system removed them. Happy to share that information with you when we are in contact. Most sits span several weeks, with a 4-week minimum being easiest on the schedule. I do tend to book in advance. Because I have cared for senior pets (several being older than 15: both dogs and cats, some sight or hearing or limb-disabled), administered meds which also includes insulin shots, and managed various sizes and breeds, pet parents and high end homeowners appreciate this reliability and standard. In some cases, we have only Zoomed before a sit, and never met in-person. Due to great reciprocal communication, the results were wonderful. I offer experience both house & pet-sitting, and am a former (& future) homeowner. I’ve had all kinds of pets throughout my entire life. In adulthood, a Lhasa Apso was my co-pilot for 13 years, and I will have others. For now, I enjoy supporting and caring for yours. Let’s Zoom and take it from there. Looking forward. We will discuss this. Historically (for more than 20 years), I have been able to work from anywhere. We can talk through the options together. Unless you hire me for an overnight sit, I will be coming to them for drop-in or other care. I will not be bringing your pet(s) to my location.
“Wendy is incredible! I can’t imagine a more wonderful person to care for our pup. Bucky is a big, energetic dog and she was so thoughtful, caring, and a great leader for him. Gave wonderful pupdates and really put my mind at ease for the whole weekend that we were at our family event. We are forever grateful.”
About: I have cared for and owned dogs of many different breeds, sizes and ages. Some with specials needs. I have trained several and enjoy all ages and stages of life. I also have cared for and owned horses, chickens, reptiles and cats. I love them all! I work part time (2 -3 days wk) with a very flexible schedule. I am able to set my schedule to accommodate whatever is needed to care for your animals. No problem. I am flexible to either stay at your home, my home or do drop in. Whatever best suits the needs of your pets I have a large backyard that is fully fenced (8 ft). I am flexible to either stay at your home, my home or do drop in. Whatever best suits the needs of your pets.
Over 1,460 pet parents in Goleta have booked dog boarding
Goleta dog parents share their Rover experiences
My active and playful cattle dog had a wonderful time with Lynn and Marty. They made her feel at home immediately - opening up a treasure trove of doggie toys and giving her a warm and cosy spot to chill out when she needed it. On a very rainy weekend they made sure she still got to run around in their big and safe yard with ball throwing and fetch. At night they followed her usual routine at bedtime with great success -a good nights sleep had by all. I am very happy I have found Lynn and Marty as a home away from home for Darling.
Kaelynn saved us in an emergency situation where we did not have care for our baby Hugo. She stepped in and made us feel very comfortable and relived that she was able to watch our dog with precious care. We received photo updates and pictures. We were so thankful that our boy was in good hands and we appreciate Kaelynn helping us in the way she did
Erika took excellent care of our senior dog, who is 19 years old. She had a video meeting with us beforehand and understood his needs. She was very communicative through the Rover app before and during the boarding ,and sent us photos and videos of our dog. We were worry free attending an event in Santa Barbara, because we knew our dog was in good hands with Erika. We highly recommend Erika!
Teslin is wonderful with my dog, Sawyer! He’s always thrilled to see her and her dog, Riggins. He loves their adventures to parks and beaches, and we always receive lots of great photos while we’re away. By the time we pick him up, he’s happily worn out from all the fun and playtime!
The best dog sitter ever! Anastasia is beyond amazing. Not only did she take incredible care of our girl, but her communication was amazing as she gave me daily updates of how our dog was doing, which made me feel so at ease that our girl was well taken care of. I HIGHLY recommend her!!!
Kaylynn (+roommates) were great! Very good on communications, flexible on dropoff/pickup times (I had to drop off and pick up pretty late at night), and sent good pics of Bruiser getting attention. My dog came back ready to go back to his regular routine immediately and not dehydrated, so I know he got the right amount of stimulation and water. I chose Kaylynn based on her description of lifestyle, which was 100% right for my senior dog, it might not be right for all dogs. Bruiser gets dehydrated very easily (inefficient at drinking + drinks a lot), so him coming back not-thirsty indicates to me that Kaylynn was very attentive to his needs.
Wonderful family and their dog Stella provided a safe, fun, loving experience for Sage while we took an extended adventure in the South Pacific. Kept me informed of Sage’s activities and behavior in their home with photos, videos, and emails. Sage was happy to see me when I returned but clearly reluctant to leave her new family. I highly recommend this Rover family.
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As of Jan 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Goleta is $81 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $567. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Goleta dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $79 per night.
As of Jan 2026, 226 sitters provided dog boarding in Goleta. 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, 90% of Goleta dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Goleta have an average of 19 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Goleta.
Rover makes it easy to find Goleta 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 226 dog boarding sitters in Goleta on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Goleta, 100% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
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