Dog Boarding Kensington
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“Cooper was very well taken care of and we think he felt part of the family. We also received thorough updates all the time during his visit. We will definitely book again as soon as we are in need! Thank you Wenxin!”
“Christine was absolutely wonderful and accommodating my last minute boarding request! She was super attentive and made sure to communicate with me throughout Zosie’s entire stay. My pup had the best time and I can tell she was very well loved and taken care of while I was away. I will definitely reach out to Christine again for any future stays ❤️”
“Luffy really has a great time with Kianna and her family. He gets lots of love from her children and I love seeing all the photo updates! As always, thank you for taking such good care of luffy.”
“Mariola provided a kind a loving home for our dogs’ first overnight with her. She also provided us with some useful insights into their behavior. She was a clear and easy communicator throughout the process.”
“Kassie did an amazing job watching Bowser overnight at her place! From start to finish, she made boarding him so seamless and stress-free. She was wonderfully communicative and sent regular photo updates, which gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. She took exceptional care of him—keeping him on his regular feeding schedule, taking him on great walks, and making sure he had plenty of playtime, attention, treats, and toys in her home. Bowser was relaxed, super happy, and clearly felt right at home with her. I couldn’t have asked for a better boarding experience. I would definitely have Kassie watch him again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy sitter!”
About: I’m an animal welfare professional and former shelter worker who’s worked with hundreds of dogs of varying ages, sizes, and breeds. I am also trained in administering medications. My clients generally utilize my sitting services for years! I have a flexible schedule currently and care for your dogs like they’re my own. We will discuss walking schedules, feeding schedules, medication schedules if needed, and napping schedules for every individual dog. - Fully fenced yard - Daily photos and videos provided - Fear Free Pet Certified - Baby gates and secure entrances/exits - Long-term clients and references - Small groups so each dog receives plenty of attention - No more than 4 dogs at the house at a time - Your dog’s comfort and safety is always a priority
“We deeply appreciate that Scooter is well loved and taken care of. We never have to worry if he will be okay. Yuko and pack treats him like their own. We are thrilled to say we have found Scooter’s trusted & preferred people to leave him with when needed.”
“Thank you, Patrick and Justin for taking such good care of our Walter! We received frequent updates and I appreciate the care he received when he was there! Walter can home healthy and happy!! Will definitely be booking again in the future! Thank u thank u thank u!!”
“Ross, Melissa, and Millie were the best sitters we could ask for! We received constant photo updates and they loved on our pups as if they were their own! Our dogs were sad to leave and we could tell from all the photos, walks, and adventures that they had an absolute blast. Would absolutely rebook again when we are out of town and need a sitter!”
“Deborah was great with our dog. My dog seemed to be comfortable right away. She sent lots of photos. When we came to pick her up, she was very relaxed. She definitely took to Deborah! I’m sure my dog would be happy to stay with her again!”
“Marlene did an excellent job of communicating about MacGuyver's issues while we were away, for which we were very grateful. It was obvious Marlene loved our special needs dog very much (he's blind) and she did her best to walk him twice a day despite him not wanting to walk. (He needed the exercise to get tired and sleep). We will definitely hire Marlene again; her personality is super gentle and kind. Her apartment was impeccably clean every time I visited (3 times). THANK YOU MARLENE!”
“This will be our 2nd time leaving our baby Snow with Ali. We are so happy that we found her to take care of our Snow she does such a good job and is so sweet with him. We highly recommend Ali to anyone looking for a caring sitter for their dog.”
“Eiko and her family were wonderful! My boy Valentino was very well taken care of and Eiko gave me peace of mind while I was off the grid camping/fishing with minimal reception. She provided daily updates so when I did get reception it provided me with comfort because Valentino has never been away from me. He was calm but happy to see me when I picked him up and you could tell he was well taken care of. Eiko and her family are my go to if/ when I need them again!”
“Jonah was amazing to work with and took such great care of our dog. Maisy loved him as soon as she met him and it felt like she was part of his family during the stay. Thank you Jonah!”
“Susan and her family were wonderful dog sitters. She gave Roxy lots of attention and was flexible about the pick up time. She also took time to meet Roxy before hand to make sure it was a good match.”
About: We have been caring our rescued chihuahua mix since 2018. We have also help our friends and families babysit their dogs when they go on vacation. My partner and I currently working remotely at home; thus, our schedule is flexible. Once we are done with our work, we have plenty of time to serve your pet. I will treat your pet like my own pet. I will make sure your pet has access to water easily and have meals at their regular time.
“Absolutely wonderful experience with Ying! She took amazing care of our dog and kept us updated every day with photos and details about his walks and activities. Our dog is a picky eater, and she even went above and beyond to prepare homemade meals for him! What impressed us most was how happy and comfortable he was throughout his stay. He showed no signs of separation anxiety, which gave us tremendous peace of mind. It’s clear that he absolutely adores her! Ying is incredibly caring, attentive, and thoughtful. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would happily book with her again. Highly recommend!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Kensington is $75
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Kensington
HIGHLY RECOMMMENDED!!! Lauren and San did an amazing job caring for our little MacGuyver Pomeranian. They took him last minute. We felt they cared for MacGuyver as if he were one of their own. They took all of his detailed instructions in stride and carried out each one of them. They sent videos and pictures throughout his short stay and communicated how he was doing. We will definitely use them again and could not provide a stronger recommendation. We felt MacGuyver was completely safe and sound and we never worried about his care for one moment. Five Stars!!!
Luna saved the day when we had a sitter cancel last minute! She also showed so much care and concern for Hugo and really treated him like family. We got daily updates and photos, and Hugo had a great time sunning himself in the beautiful yard. We will happily rebook here :)
Jonah was incredible taking care of Baloo while we were away for over two weeks. Leaving your dog for that long can be stressful, but Jonah gave us complete peace of mind. He sent photo updates every single day and made sure Baloo stuck closely to his regular daily routine. We couldn’t be happier seeing Baloo come home healthy, relaxed, and in great spirits. Jonah is reliable, attentive, and genuinely caring we wouldn’t hesitate to book him again!
5/5 stars! I had the pleasure of having Monica watch my dog Lizzy for the first time this weekend, and I couldn’t have been happier with the experience! From the moment Lizzy and I met her, Monica’s kindness, caring personality, and thoughtfulness shone through. During Lizzy’s stay, Monica was also wonderful about communicating with me, giving me complete peace of mind. Lizzy had an amazing time! Monica took her on hikes and made sure she got plenty of exercise and attention. When Lizzy came home, she was absolutely exhausted (in the best possible way) happy, relaxed, and clearly very well cared for. It’s not always easy leaving your dog with someone new, but Monica made the whole experience feel completely comfortable. She is genuinely warm, responsible, and caring, and it was obvious that Lizzy felt right at home. I will absolutely trust Monica with Lizzy again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone to look after their pup. Thank you, Monica!
Curt and Emma were incredible sitters for our senior dog Mimi. They cared for her for almost a month - the longest time (by far!) that we had ever left Mimi with anyone. They were loving and patient, flexible with our somewhat complicated schedule, and went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable and enjoying herself. It was such a relief to know she was in the hands of a couple who truly cared about her.
Danelle was fantastic watching Bowser for the day at her place! She was incredibly accommodating, communicative, and sent timely photo updates that gave me total peace of mind. She took excellent care of him, making sure he was fed on schedule, taking him on multiple walks, and giving him plenty of attention and playtime. Bowser clearly felt right at home. He was super happy and even slept like a baby while staying with her. I couldn’t have asked for a smoother daycare experience. I’d definitely have Danelle watch Bowser again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring sitter!
Brandon is awesome! He did a great job caring for my sweet pup Nahla, putting her at ease in a new place, taking her on a long hike, and sending me lots of photos. It’s clear he loves animals and understands their psychology. Would definitely recommend him and plan to book with him again in the future.
Kassie did an amazing job watching Bowser overnight at her place! From start to finish, she made boarding him so seamless and stress-free. She was wonderfully communicative and sent regular photo updates, which gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. She took exceptional care of him—keeping him on his regular feeding schedule, taking him on great walks, and making sure he had plenty of playtime, attention, treats, and toys in her home. Bowser was relaxed, super happy, and clearly felt right at home with her. I couldn’t have asked for a better boarding experience. I would definitely have Kassie watch him again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy sitter!
Christine took such good care of our anxious little guy. He has some health issues and was an extremely picky eater while he was with her, but she was patient and gentle with him throughout. Her dog Shrimp is a mellow sweetheart and beautifully coexisted with our dog. Will book with Christine again!
My dog had a great stay with Susan and her family! Susan was easy to communicate with and sent me daily updates and fun pictures that were a very nice touch. Susan took Winston on long hikes each day, which I'm sure he loved. He was happy and well cared for when I picked him up. :)
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Kensington on Rover is $106 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $56 and $133 per night. 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 October 2026, there are 5,705 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Kensington. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
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.
93% of sitters in Kensington 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 Kensington home-away-from-home, 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 Kensington.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Kensington 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 , 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 .
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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