Dog Boarding La Mesa
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“I could not be more pleased!! Savannah is a gem! I’m a worrier and Savannah put me at ease and I could tell she cared for our dogs like they were her own. My dog isn’t much for people and he was giving Savannah hugs on his way out. He didn’t want to leave! Hannah was beyond flexible with our flight delays and I greatly appreciated it!! As long as Savannah is willing to accept us as client again I don’t see myself trusting anyone else.”
“Cerita went above and beyond the call of duty when caring for blue. She fed him snacks and made sure he was comfortable. I would definitely use her services again. Thanks Cerita.”
“Mark and his son were really awesome with our dog, Thor. We booked a 10 day stay, and Mark provided consistent updates on how Thor was doing. They walked him regularly and played with him often, and they have a great home with a back yard Thor could enjoy. I felt comfortable and confident leaving my fur baby with them!”
“Samantha was amazing with my dog! She sent picture updates daily and provided me with updates while I was away (all without asking which I loved!!) I would 100% recommend using her to watch your pets and will be booking with her again.”
“Whitney took such good care of Bailey! She got along just fine with her other dog and I loved that Bailey got to play a lot with her kids and get all her energy out! Definitely would use Whitney again! Thank you Whitney!”
“Linda took amazing care of our senior dog, who has medical needs and doesn’t warm up to just anyone—but she absolutely loved Linda. She made sure she was safe, comfortable, and well cared for the entire time. We got regular updates and pictures, which gave us total peace of mind knowing she was in good hands. You can tell Linda truly cares, and we’ll definitely be booking with her again. Highly recommend!”
“I had a wonderful experience with Nick. He was professional, reliable, and cared about my pet's well-being. I received regular updates, photos, and messages, which gave me peace of mind while I was away. My pet came home happy, and well cared for. I highly recommend Nick to anyone looking for a trustworthy and attentive pet sitter, and I would definitely book with them again!”
“Ami is excellent! She has watched our dog a couple times already while we are out of town. Our dog loves her and she’s very responsive and sends regular updates. We appreciate you Ami!”
“Holly was absolutely amazing! We have a 12 year old dog, Odie, who hates change. Every time we have gone out of town and left him with a sitter, we come back to a stressed out dog, who has nervously bitten off all the fur on his feet and his tail. When we came back this time, he was happy, healthy, and looked like he didn't want to leave Holly's care. He had clearly been spoiled with love, attention and care at Holly's house. She sent us daily updates on our dog including pictures, and was incredibly responsive and flexible. Her dog was a sweetheart and patiently let Odie follow her around and take naps with her. When we got home, my partner said "It looks like we found Odie's dog sitter." I will be 100% requesting Holly the next time we need someone to take care of Odie.”
“Ana was so helpful in caring for our dog last minute! We needed to board our dog with almost no notice and then I even booked the stay for one day short. Ana was so accommodating and treated our dog like family.”
“It was our first time leaving our pup and Gwen made this whole process so easy and comfortable! Incredible communication at every step was great, but her lovely family and their dog were the cherry on top.”
“Kylie and Anthony were great sitters for Parker! They were responsive, easy to communicate with, flexible with my schedule, and provided updates on Parker's stay!”
“I’m so happy with the experience I had with dropping my dog Max off with Marissa and her partner for a few days! They were able to be extra accommodating last minute when I needed care for an additional day, and they sent me updates and photos that showed that Max was having a blast. I will definitely be reaching out to them next time I need a dog sitter!”
“Todd & Bill M. are the best. Their very dog-friendly place is a wonderful home-away-from-home for my pet. Such good care is taken, and regular updates given, I have no worries at all while my dog stays with them. I have every confidence in them.”
“Kate was awesome every step of the process for watching our dog Rocky. Her responses were always timely and she provided us with plenty of great updates while Rocky was with her. She sent us multiple pictures throughout his stay and kept us well informed on how he is doing. You can tell that Kate was competent, but more importantly, that she genuinely loves having dogs at her home. We will be re-booking with Kate for every future trip. Could not have asked for a better experience.”
“When I picked up my Yorkie, Yuiza, she was so comfortable in Pilar's arms—it was such a cute memory! Pilar was incredibly communicative and responsive, ensuring Yuiza received her medicines and food right on time. I truly appreciated the regular updates and pictures. I'll absolutely be booking with her again and wholeheartedly recommend her to everyone I know.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in La Mesa is $63
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - La Mesa
Eligha was great! He agreed to help last minute with my two dogs. My dogs can be overly excited when meeting new people, but they quickly warmed up to him. He took great care, played ball with them in the yard and took them on several walks. He also kept in constant communication and sent pics and videos. My dogs were happily tired by the time we got home. Highly recommend Eligha for anyone looking for a reliable sitter.
Carol is the absolute best! She went above and beyond to take amazing care of Peanut. She was incredibly communicative, took him on multiple walks, and made sure he was happy, comfortable, and well cared for throughout his stay. She has a wonderful setup at home and provides a warm, loving environment for pets. We felt completely at ease knowing Peanut was in such great hands. Highly recommend Carol, and we would absolutely love to use her services again in the future!
Trent and Rayssa were absolutely wonderful in taking superb care for our boxer Frieda. They were very quick with responding and keeping me updated about anything leading up to and during our boarding. Frieda was definitely played with and loved on and I would recommend anyone wanting a homey vibe for their pups to pick them.
Autumn and her family did such an amazing job in taking care of our two fur babies. Our doggies instantly clicked with her and her family, and kept a great communication line through sending daily photos and updates. Highly recommend Autumn and her dog-sitting services, and will return to them if we plan for another human vacation. Thank you to Autumn and her family for going above and beyond, we are extremely grateful!
Kate is an exceptional dog mom. She really help me teddy feel better about boarding. I felt as though she took care of Teddy as her own which is huge. She provided frequent updates with pictures and was super understanding of so many things! I feel relieved to have found her. She is the best.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in La Mesa on Rover is $48 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $32 and $70 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 4,063 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across La Mesa. 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.
95% of sitters in La Mesa 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 Mesa 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 La Mesa.
<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 Mesa 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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