Dog Boarding Lake Forest
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“Rocky enjoyed his stay with Kim and her family. I was able to take Rocky the night before to get acquainted with the house and her family. Kim puts you at ease and you can easily tell she loves animals. Rocky felt right at home and her sons made him feel like part of the family. It was great not to have to worry if Rocky was in good hands. Kim even sent updates/pics each day of the stay. I would use Kim again without hesitation.”
“We are grateful for the care our dog Kolby received from Maria and Kenneth. We had a last minute change in our grooming/ boarding plans and needed assistance- they welcomed him with open arms! Our dog is usually slow to warm up to people, but he connect with them almost instantly which speaks volumes to their energy and care. Not only was he well cared for, but he came back fresh and happy! If you are looking for sitters who will treat your dog like family, we highly recommend Maria and Kenneth. Thank you for your kindness, flexibility, and for treating Kolby like family.”
“Kimberly is truly outstanding! She cared for both our dogs—elderly Sid and energetic young Tucker—with such skill and heart that we couldn’t be more grateful. Sid, our senior pup, needs a gentle touch and a predictable routine, and Kimberly handled him with incredible patience and compassion. She made sure he was comfortable, well-fed, and never rushed, which gave us total peace of mind. Tucker, on the other hand, is full of energy and curiosity, and Kimberly matched his enthusiasm with fun walks, playtime, and lots of affection. It’s rare to find someone who can adapt so seamlessly to two very different dogs, but Kimberly did it with ease. Her updates were thoughtful and reassuring, and it was clear from the photos that both Sid and Tucker felt safe and loved. We wholeheartedly recommend Kimberly to anyone looking for a sitter who’s not only reliable and professional, but also deeply caring. She’s a true dog whisperer!”
“Angie was absolutely wonderful with Yadi from the very beginning. She was incredibly detailed, thoughtful, and communicative, which immediately made me feel comfortable and confident leaving him in her care. Her daily updates were fantastic, very thorough, reassuring, and always accompanied by lots of pictures. It was so nice to see how Yadi was doing each day and to know that he was happy, comfortable, and being so well cared for. Yadi is a big dog and can sometimes be strong on walks and pull, so I know he can take a little extra patience and confidence to manage. Angie handled him so well and clearly took the time to understand him, work with him, and make sure he felt loved and comfortable. It was obvious from the updates and pictures that she genuinely cared about him and treated him like one of her own. I also really appreciated how attentive she was to the little details and how much effort she put into keeping me informed. Knowing that Yadi was not only being looked after, but also getting plenty of attention, affection, and companionship, gave me such peace of mind while I was away. I’m so grateful to Angie for taking such wonderful care of Yadi. I would absolutely trust her with him again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, responsible, attentive, and dependable pet sitter. Thank you so much, Angie, for loving and caring for Yadi so well!”
“Ashli was so wonderful! Our dog thoroughly enjoyed her stay and she was very well taken care of! Ashli’s backyard is amazing, which is super important to us - very safe fence for all dogs, even small ones (ours is 10 pounds). We got great daily updates that made our day while we were away. We will be using her again! Definitely recommend. 5 stars!”
“They took such amazing care of my pup!! They were excellent about communication, sending pictures, and really treated her as their own. Would definitely recommend and will surely use them next time!”
“Kelly was outstanding! I am so happy to have found her through Rover. Her description gave lots of detail about the effort she makes to give the dogs a safe and peaceful environment. I felt at ease from the moment she met us at the door with another dog tucked away so that our dog could get acclimated to her new surroundings first. Kelly was very good about sending us photos and updates throughout Pearl’s stay to keep our minds at ease, and I know she gave Pearl lots of snuggles. When we picked her up, she was her usual happy self. I definitely want to use Kelly again next time we are in the area. I feel confident recommending her to any pet parent!”
“Bryce was very responsive and took really good care of my dog. It was our first time using him to take care of my dood. He sent pictures and updates several times a day. Kept me up-to-date when he noticed an issue with my dog. Thank you Bryce!”
About: I grew up on a farm until I was 10. We had family pets and when I was 9 when got my first personal pet, my bunny. His name was Homer. At 10 I got my first personal dog, his name was Woodchuck. He was a shepherd. Our family pets were Yorkies. Later in life I had 3 other rabbits and then many dogs of my own through my adulthood. I had big and small dogs. There was a fun kitty in there too. I remember each and every one of them.I miss them all. I went through several kinds of training when I had an American Staffy left in my yard. We both learned a lot. Jasper was his name and he was my heart for 15 years. Frankly, he still is. I have a lot of experience with all kinds of dogs. I was a cosmetologist for 34 years. However, I’m unable to do this anymore. I’ve been our house manager,A.K.A domestic goddess, now. I’m home most of the time. My husband and I have 3 senior dogs of our own. I’m at their beck and call. I figured I could do the same for others. I take the pups on daily walks for exercise and to check the doggie social media. We have a nice fenced in yard. Which is escape proof, as far as I know. Large privacy fence and reinforced at the bottom. We also have a doggie door. No worries, I’ll go with your pups outside to supervise. Our dogs sleep where ever they like. They also lounge where ever they like. With that said there is structure. If I’m talking care of your babies, I’ll follow your rules. Teach me your training so I can keep things consistent. If you need any tricks and tips, I’m glad to help. If I’m at your home, I’ll do my best to leave it better than before I arrive. I will be the primary caregiver. However, my husband is home in the evening and on weekends, so there will be extra attention then. At your home, it will just be me, but I’ve have a lot of love to give.
“Mikayla did a great job taking care of our pup. She was so sweet in every communication, gave us daily updates, and we could tell our pup was happy to stay with her. Highly recommend! Thank you!”
“Beatriz was absolutely AMAZING when it came to taking care of my little Niko! She and her husband were so sweet and kind to him. I was a little nervous leaving Niko overnight for the first time with someone outside of my family. But Beatriz sent me pics and video to show me that Niko was doing ok, and he was comfortable in her home. Niko instantly seemed at ease and happy running around her beautiful backyard, and inside of her home. I quickly felt that Niko was in great and caring hands with Beatriz and her husband. I will absolutely book her again😊😊😊”
“It was another great visit for my pups. Janira and Kaio love my pups like we do! Lots of pictures and stories. My pups are always so excited to get to visit their friends again! Thank you, Janira and Kaio!”
“Dianna was amazing with Finn. She pampered him and made him feel welcome in her home. She was very patient on his walks as he likes to sniff more than walk. She also sent me a video of how Finn was doing everyday. Thanks Diana!!”
“Kelsey and Marcus were terrific with our anxious fur baby! Kelsey is so easy going and has the perfect energy for Calvin. She's kind and knowledgeable and put us immediately at ease with leaving him. She's wonderful about sending us pics each day (beautiful pics!!)! We can't recommend them highly enough! We're so grateful to have found them. :-)”
About: I’m a mom to 4 rambunctious children and 1 kid friendly chihuahua(14) and 1 loving husky pit mix(1). When most people meet my dog they are surprised at how friendly he is and how good he is with our young children. We used to have two dogs but we had to put older one down due to seizures and brain issues. In high school I worked in an army veterinary clinic as a veterinary assistant for a cooperative work experience program. My original plan in life was to be a veterinarian but after having to assist with some tough cases I decided just being a good pet owner and caregiver was more my speed. I’m a full time stay at home mom and love playing with my dogs and kids in my spare time. I’d love to help you care for your fur baby as well. I’m pretty flexible. I’m home days once I get my kids get off to school during the day. In the evenings and on weekends I take them to their respective practices or games but that doesn’t mean I don’t have time to care for and give your fur baby some love as well. I like to take my fur babies for about a mile walk in the morning and then my younger pup will go on another half mile walk with me in the after noon. My older guys stays home and chills but he gets lots of love and snuggles at home.
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Lake Forest
Ty did an excellent job caring for my pup. I would absolutely recommend her! Excellent communication, very professional and made our dog feel at home right from the start. She took great care to specific requests and sent updates & pictures. I knew our dog was in great hands from the start which made our trip much more enjoyable knowing he was being well taken care of. Will be booking again!
Lorraine & Flavia took such great care of my boy Boss. You can tell they really love animals and sent me a ton of videos and updates. Felt amazing to have peace of mind knowing Boss was in great hands. I will DEFINITELY be using them again the next time I need to go out of town. Highly recommend!
Karina sent me pictures daily of my baby, Dany. She seemed happy and well taken care of. Dany looked well groomed and clean when I picked her up, the same as she did when I dropped her off. Dany seemed to have made friends during her visit which is always a plus as she is an only child. I would definitely use Karina again to watch Dany.
An absolutely wonderful experience. Excellent communication and sent videos and pics. More importantly my dog Max felt immediately comfortable and at home. He honestly didn’t care a bit when I left. The yard was perfect and safe for him to roam around. She asked all the right questions to make sure understood Max and how best to care for him. I will definitely book again.
I seriously can’t recommend Savannah enough! She and her family took amazing care of Rumi and Betty while I was away. My girls are both pretty shy and can take a while to warm up to new people, but it was obvious they felt safe, loved, and well cared for. Savannah sent me updates and pictures every single day, which meant so much and let me actually relax knowing they were in great hands. She was also incredibly kind and compassionate from the moment I dropped them off, and that meant more to me than I can put into words. When I picked them up, they were happy, relaxed, and clearly had been given lots of love and attention. I would trust Savannah with them again in a heartbeat, and I’m so grateful I found her. If you’re looking for someone who will truly treat your pets like they’re her own, she’s the one!
We had an excellent experience with Kenneth & Maria! They kept us updated every day with messages and photos, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. It was clear our dog was well cared for, happy, and loved. We truly appreciated the communication and professionalism and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter. Thank you for taking such great care of our pup! 🐾
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.
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.
Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest.
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.
You and your Lake Forest 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 GA 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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