Dog Boarding Hillsborough
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“As this was our first time leaving our newly rescued dog, we were rather nervous. We chose Ivan because he offered consistent monitoring, freedom to explore outside and inside, and doggie playmates of similar size. The stay was even better than we could have hoped for and we were grateful for the daily pictures and regular communication. Our Sally was very well loved while we were gone.”
About: As a Rover client, I understand the peace of mind that comes from knowing your pet is in experienced and responsible hands. I spent 15 years fostering for rescue and caring for shelter dogs. From 2000 to 2015 I fostered and provided care for dozens of dogs with Pug Rescue of Sacramento (PROS), specializing in small-to-medium breeds, special needs, puppies, seniors, and sensitive/traumatized temperaments in need of TLC and patience. I also volunteered for two years with the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA as a pet photographer and TLC activity provider, spending dedicated one-on-one time enriching shelter dogs' lives. From hyperactive puppies to seniors with special needs, I have cared for them all! I'm a semi retired museum consultant with a very flexible schedule. I have been a dog parent since 1997. I am very active and walking dogs gives me more excuses to get out and play with more pups. I currently have a friendly 5-year-old Pomeranian who enjoys our large fenced backyard in San Mateo Park and playing with other dogs. Safety First! I am always alert to traffic, bikes, off-leash dogs, and hazards to keep everyone secure. Positive Care I use positive reinforcement (praise, patience, and approved treats) and am attentive to canine body language. Flexible My part time work schedule means I am available all day for walks, drop-ins, and daycare. Photo Updates As a former shelter photographer and past Rover client, you’ll get social-media-worthy photo updates and clear communication. Tailored for Every Pace • High Energy: Long walks, runs, and chase sessions in a secure yard. • Senior & Special Needs: I have lots of experience with elderly dogs and can provide gentle handling, oral/injectable medications, and stroller rides.
“Catherine and her husband are so sweet and communicative! We received daily updates on Gale’s behavior and lots of cute pics! They spoiled our dog with two walks a day (I normally only give her one!) and have a fenced in yard for play. I could tell that they really cherished having our dog’s company instead of just dogsitting for the additional income. Their heart is in it for sure!”
“Mario is amazing! It was our first time boarding Mocha (our 6 months pup), so needless to say, we were very nervous with how it would go. Mario sent pictures everyday and she looked like she was having so much fun with the other dogs and laying on the beach. By the time we came to pick her up, she looked very happy and acted nothing out of the ordinary. We're definitely going to come back to Mario if and when we need to board her in the future. Thank you!!”
“Shirley was great to work with and easily made our dog welcome at her home. She sent regular photos and always responded quickly. We would highly recommend her and use her regularly again. No need to look any further!”
“Sandra and Jose were some of the best hosts we have had. They loved and cared for our dog like their own and spent a lot of quality time with her. We really appreciate them and all the updates we received. Luna can’t wait to go back!!”
“Ana was amazing! She gave us the best daily updates with pictures and info on the highlights of their day. She had lots of pictures of our dog on walks with her, and it seemed like our dog even got to the point of playing with her cat by the end! Ana was a kind and attentive dog sitter, and we will definitely be using her again!!”
“Micaela is the best. She just had my little sweetheart for 6 days and was amazing. She updated me and sent pictures that made me feel so comfortable while I was traveling. I will definitely be calling her again and again! Thank you so much for going above and beyond and helping me out Micaela!”
“The couple took great care with Steaky and even took him out on a field trip! I recieved videos and photos of Steaky throughout the day. Will definitely leave Steaky with the host again next time!”
“Rosie was really great with Sammy! We loved getting pictures and videos and the communication, drop off and pickup were easy. She clearly loves dogs, and for a higher strung bread like ours that really helps.”
“Shao was amazing. Teddy loved her right away and enjoyed his time with her and the other pups. Will definitely book again next time I will be out of town and can’t take my sweet Teddy boy with me.”
“Our dog Miso had a great time with Jihyun and her dog Tori. We feel very connected with frequent photo and video updates of Miso. Thank you for your help watching over Miso!”
“Allison was very professional and caring. She responded very fast to our request and took very good care of our dog Canary. Canary had a lot of fun staying at Allison's place and got to play with other dogs all the time. I will board my dog again with Allison for sure.”
“Chenyang is an amazing cat sitter. She took excellent care of my cat for seven weeks. She sends regular updates with pictures. I am truly glad for everything she has done.”
“Tara and Kevin took such great care of our dog, Butter. They are both so friendly and clearly love animals. I felt reassured knowing they were taking good care of him. Tara and Kevin were life savers for us when our flight got cancelled and we needed to extend Butter's stay. Their communication and updates on Butter were incredibly helpful and appreciated. We hope to have Butter stay with Tara in the future and highly recommend her care!”
“Renee and Christopher are so loving to our senior dog Jeffrey and they care for him like their own. They keep us informed of Jeffrey’s day. Jeffrey is always content and that makes me happy. When Jeffrey stays with Renee and Christopher I can get away knowing he is in good hands.”
“Suey was great! So easy to work with, responsive and professional. I was worried about our dog getting along with other dogs so she sent me multiple pictures of Ruby with other dogs and even texted me 10 minutes after dropping off Ruby to let me know she was adjusting fine. We’ll definitely use her again!”
“Rachael and her partner were nothing short of amazing with our dog Indy. Indy was instantly relaxed when he arrived for the night at Rachael’s, and had a lovely evening of cuddles and play with Rachael and her “crew”. Her dog and kitty were equally as welcoming to Indy! The picture updates were amazing and unexpected, and I could tell Indy was incredibly comfortable for his overnight stay. 10/10 recommend Rachael, and we will absolutely be booking with her again!”
“Thank you Juan for taking care of Baxter! We really appreciated that we knew he was cared for, your care with the raw dog food Baxter needed 2x a day, and your flexibility with our pick up / drop off times. We are already booking our next stay with you!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Hillsborough is $75
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Hillsborough
I highly recommend Meghana for your pet sitting needs. She took excellent care of our dog. She arranged a meet and greet in advance, asked good questions and took time to get to know Charlie. She genuinely loves dogs. He immediately liked her. She sent photos every day. We found her to be responsible, safety conscious, responsive and trustworthy.
Leeeun is the best Rover sitter we’ve ever had! She took care of our dog Gnocchi as lovingly as if he were her part of her own family. She not only followed all the detailed instructions we provided, but also went above and beyond, taking him on extra walks and adventures and helping him stay active. She provided detailed updates and numerous photos every day that gave us so much peace of mind while we were out of town. Her response time was always extremely quick. She also bathed him, and when Gnocchi returned home his fur was perfectly clean and well groomed. It’s clear that he was loved and given the utmost attention and care. We could not recommend Leeeun more highly for taking care of your dog!
I left my two pups with Ivan for 3 days. Ivan was great and I felt entirely comfortable leaving them in his care. You can tell he loves dogs, and I appreciated that he let me know he was enjoying having them around. He has a nice space/setup for them. It was great to see pics of them playing in the yard and chilling on his bed. Every step of the way, Ivan was very responsive and flexible. I've already booked their next stay!
Alice was wonderful with our 14year old dog, Winnie. We usually have a sense of how Winnie was treated by the way she behaves when she comes home from her boarding experiences. Winnie came back calm and did not act differently from before she went to Alice's home. On previous stays with some other hosts, Winnie had appeared terrified when we picked her up. Alice sent us daily updates, along with pictures and videos throughout Winnie's stay. It was wonderful. We will definitely have Winnie be taken care of by Alice in the future.
Lester took great care of my dog, Remy. Lester walked Remy multiple times a day and sent me regular updates, videos, and pics to let me know how Remy was settling in. Remy has a bunch of little quirks, and Lester seemed to be able to adapt to all of them. I’d definitely use Lester as a sitter again!
We had a great experience with Yijiu! She was super responsive, kind, and very attentive to Leo. It was clear that she took great care of him, and Leo had such a fun time playing with her family. She was also very detail-oriented and kept us updated throughout his stay. We would definitely book with her again!
Winnie and boba were so welcoming to Mercy and took great care of her even though she can be very shy and aloof at first. They made her feel comfortable and she clearly had a great time. Thank you Frankie also for loving on her and playing with her! Winnie had great communication and sent me photos and videos daily and took Mercy on a lot of hikes and walks. I can’t recommend them enough ☺️!
This is Kyra's third time staying with Camille and we couldn't be happier. We received lots of updates throughout her stay, and it was clear that she felt right at home under Camille's care. We felt completely at ease during our trip knowing that not only was Kyra content, but she was also getting a lot of love and attention. They went on lots of adventures together, and we got great pictures to reassure us that she was settling in well and enjoying herself. We feel so lucky to have found Camille and will definitely book again!
Lauri is the BEST! She spent time getting to know us, our dog and learned our needs. She went above and beyond to make sure our dog felt loved and comfortable during her boarding stay, sent lots of pictures and updates. Lauri is highly professional, prepared to handle any/all situations and you can really tell she loves what she does. She should get 10 stars. Thank you Lauri!!! XOXO :)
Eric and Sally are amazing! They went above and beyond to send us pictures, give updates, and keep us posted on how my dogs were doing. More than anything, I appreciate how kind and understanding they were with our dogs, which isn’t always easy. We could tell how kind and sweet were with our dogs, which was reassuring as this was the first time we left them with anyone besides family. Sally and Eric made us feel so assured and confident that our dogs were being well taken care of and loved. We appreciate them so much and hope to book with them again in the future!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Hillsborough is $70 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $48 and $100 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of November 2026, there are 6,027 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Hillsborough. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
92% of sitters in Hillsborough can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough.
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Hillsborough. On Rover:
- 83% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 89% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 92% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
You and your Hillsborough 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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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