Dog Boarding La Jolla
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““We couldn’t have asked for a better experience for our dog Lola! From the moment we dropped her off, it was clear she was in loving, capable hands with Erion and Iris. Lola came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well-cared for. We received updates and photos throughout, which gave us total peace of mind. We’ll absolutely be booking again and highly recommend!””
“Bruno was instantly comfortable with Apple and her family from the moment he met them. So it wasn't a surprise when I dropped him of for his first stay and allowed me to leave him without hesitation. The peace of mind that Apple provided during my time apart from Bruno was priceless. She provided thoughtful updates which included pictures and videos. She made sure I never missed out on knowing how his day went. She even kept me updated on some concerns I had with his tummy and monitored his meals closely for me. She welcomed his obsession with giving kisses and his requests to sit on furniture and get on the bed for cuddles. He definitely seemed to have been feeling completely at home. Bruno's next stay is already booked. We can't wait for another visit with Apple!”
“Victoria is the best sitter! I can tell my dog had such a good time, and she’s great about communication and was so flexible when my flight got delayed and I had to extend my booking. Thanks Victoria!”
“Juliet had a fantastic stay with Jennifer! Great communication and lots of updates on their daily activities and playtime. It was so nice to know that Juliet was so well cared for and enjoying herself away from home. I know she is in great hands with Jennifer, I am so happy we found her!”
“Lea was wonderful as usual. She’s always accommodating when it comes to droop off and pick up and always keeps me posted on how my pup is doing. I hope I never have to leave my dog with anyone else.”
“Caterina took great care of our dog over a two week stat. We received lots of photos and updates which kept us at ease while we were traveling. At the same time, our dog got plenty of outdoor exercise and got along great with Caterina’s dogs. We highly recommend her as a dog sitter.”
“Julia took such great care of Jewmee, and I could tell how happy and comfortable Jewmee was when she came home. Julia was very attentive and sent me lots of photos, updates every day, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. I feel very lucky to have found someone as caring, responsible, and dependable as Julia. We’ve already booked Jewmee’s next stay with her, and I’m so happy knowing she’ll be in such good hands again.”
“Joe took great care of my dog, Shamrock! He has a sweet dog named Callie. Callie and Shamrock became fast friends. Joe’s home is lovely and offers a secure yard for the pups to play. I highly recommend boarding your pup with Joe and Callie.”
About: Hi! I’m a caring, responsible, and reliable pet sitter who genuinely loves animals. I understand that leaving your pet with someone else can be stressful, so I make it my priority to give them plenty of attention, care, and love while you’re away. Whether your pet needs walks, playtime, feeding, medication, or simply some company and cuddles, I’m happy to help! I’ll follow your instructions carefully and treat your pet like they’re part of my own family. You can count on me to be dependable, communicative, and respectful of your home. I’d love the opportunity to meet you and your furry friend! 🐾 I currently work from home, so I’m home most of the time and have a very flexible schedule. This allows me to be readily available and accommodate you and your pet’s individual needs and routine. I’m pretty flexible with dates and scheduling, so just let me know what days you’re thinking, and we can find something that works! I have a spacious, clean, pet-safe, and fully fenced patio where your pet can safely enjoy some fresh air and outdoor time. I’m also happy to come to your home if that’s more comfortable or convenient for you and your pet. I’m flexible and always happy to accommodate your pet’s routine and needs!
“Ben and his wife took amazing care of my dog Bailey. Not only did I feel comfortable leaving my dog of 11 years with them but I constantly got updates with pictures and text messages. I had such a good experience with him as my dog sitter and I highly recommend Ben to anyone. Thank you so much!”
“Another success stay at Will's! Beni is a needy velcro dog, and it seems he's quite happy with his friend Will since he got extremely excited when he saw him again and hopped straight into his car the second the walked up to it. We'll continue to let Beni & Will "stick together" in the future. :-)”
About: I had dogs throughout my life and taken care of many breeds.I’m a retired paramedic for San Diego my background in medicine 27 years which can be applied to animals. Very aware of sickness, diseases or injuries. I will also come to your home where the animals will feel more secure and in their comfort zone. I work with Sharp hospital and teach advanced life support to doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, nurse practitioners through out the week so I will need to know ahead to schedule. I have a very strong bond with all animals and a lot of patience.. My apartment will work for individual animals they have a fenced yard for the home owners so this is where coming to your home more suitable for pets wellbeing. I do feel it’s a better environment to come to the home of the pet. They feel more comfortable and secure…the familiar surroundings are make it more acceptable.
“Winston had a wonderful time staying with Xochi. She sent me regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. Our pup was so happy when we picked him up. We will definitely be booking with Xochi again!”
“Danielle & her family were amazing!!!! Extremely communicative, flexible, and kind when watching my 5-year-old (often anxious) foxhound. She had no issue when my pickup and drop off times kept changing, and even fed her some of their dog’s food (after getting our permission) when she ran out during Clementine’s stay (our fault - we miscounted). Clementine seemed super at ease staying there and we will definitely be using Danielle again in the future :)”
“I would leave 6 stars if I could. Luciane took good care of our puppies, who were clearly very well loved during their stay. Booking was easy, communication was great, and the photos she sent were absolutely heartwarming. She had treats and toys and puzzles for the dogs... I couldn't recommend her enough. Thank you so much!”
“Jamie was a great sitter for our dog Milo. We left down for a week and were unable to find a sitter until the last minute but Jamie really pulled through for us. She was also flexible in working with us to have a friend pick Milo up which was very helpful. Thanks Jamie!”
“We had a great experience with Amy. She cared so much about our pet. She was so nice. She regularly sent pictures of Louie to make sure that he is fine and having fun. Definitely we’ll choose her for the next time as well.”
“Teresa has been wonderful caring for my two Pomeranians, Moxie and Bella. I really appreciate the frequent photos and updates she sends—it gives me peace of mind while I’m away. She follows their routine closely and is always prompt and responsive. I feel very comfortable knowing my pups are in her care. Highly recommend Teresa, and I’ll definitely use her again for my next trip!”
“I really appreciated Makenna setting up a meeting time before we boarded in order for Homer to familiarize to a new person / setting. I appreciated the updates and that Homer had extra snuggles while we were gone. Thanks Makenna!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in La Jolla is €63
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - La Jolla
Jen is so awesome. 100/10 would recommend. I was going away on a trip last minute and needed someone to watch my sick dog, and she SAVED me. She treated my dog like her own, sent me updates with photos, videos, little summaries, and it made me feel so much better. She also has a sweet dog of her own who is now my dogs new best friend. Thank you Jen!!!
Julia took such great care of Jewmee, and I could tell how happy and comfortable Jewmee was when she came home. Julia was very attentive and sent me lots of photos, updates every day, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. I feel very lucky to have found someone as caring, responsible, and dependable as Julia. We’ve already booked Jewmee’s next stay with her, and I’m so happy knowing she’ll be in such good hands again.
Jennifer was fantastic with our dog, Brody, over Labor Day weekend! We put together a last minute trip and she was super flexible, took the time for a meet and greet, and really genuinely cared about everything we had to share about Brody! She made us feel super comfortable about dropping him off with her and we will absolutely use her again! Oh and she sent tons of pictures and updates which we really appreciated! Absolutely recommend!
Julia was a godsend for me and my precious Millie. I was stuck last minute and needed dog boarding and she was super responsive, kind and welcoming to Millie. Outstanding experience as I received dozen of pictures everyday of all their funtivities. She even gave her a bath right before pick up! 5 stars isn’t enough!!!
Very grateful to have found Emma! She was so gentle, kind, and attentive with my cavapoo. She has a calming presence and space — my dog ran right up to her when I dropped him off and I didn’t have to worry at all leaving him with her. Very communicative daily with pics too :) thanks Emma!
Kenzie is amazing, kind and gentle, and exactly what our little Gia needed for a relaxing stay, with lots of snuggles and zoomies. Kenzie sent us updates with pictures and videos of our little one and took such great care of her. In addition, Kenzie is very responsive and so accommodating. We are so grateful to her for caring for Gia and look forward to having her watch Gia again soon!
Nanako and Dustin were so awesome to work with!! They were so wonderful with Bear from the moment we met them. Bear immediately felt safe, comfortable, and excited to be with them, which gave us so much peace of mind. They were incredibly attentive to his needs, especially since he can be nervous and anxious during the first initial days, and they made sure he felt comfortable throughout his stay. They kept us updated with photos and reassured the entire time, which we really appreciated! We also loved how many walks they went on. Bear is a really active dog and we love that they took him out to play ball multiple times during his stay. Bear came home so happy, well-rested, and clearly had such a great time. We would absolutely book with them again!
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in La Jolla on Rover is $53 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $32 and $83 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 4,415 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across La Jolla. 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.
96% of sitters in La Jolla 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 La Jolla 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 La Jolla.
<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 La Jolla 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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