Dog Boarding in Lake San Marcos, CA
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Top rated Lake San Marcos dog boarders
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Rachel is a great dog border. She communicates very well, giving regular updates lovely by our little pup. She has a great back yard, carefully follows special care directions, and is flexible. We’ll definitely have her board our dog again.”
“We had a fantastic experience with Gina & Brian! They took amazing care of our two dogs and treated them like family. They were incredibly communicative throughout the stay, sending us regular updates and lots of great pictures. It gave us such peace of mind knowing our pups were in such caring hands. Their yard is perfect for dogs, and their own dog Cody was the sweetest companion to our boys. They all got along so well, and it truly felt like a second home for our dogs. Gina & Brian are friendly, reliable and clearly love animals. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again. Highly recommended!”
“Chong did an amazing job watching our dog Ruby while we were out of town. She provided lots of updates and we could see that Ruby was having a great time. Chong even showed us a video of Ruby playing with another dog when we arrived to pick her up. It's clear she genuinely cares about each dog she's watching and we couldn't be happier.”
“We are always Sad and unsure to leave our dog with anyone before. Since she stayed with Darcey, we will not be unsure anymore! Darcey is such a great host that I am sure our dog was more sad to leave Darcy than she was happy to come home. We won’t be booking any other Rover when we need care in the future.”
“Vadym was great and accepted my request on short notice - he has a backyard and sent me videos and pictures while I was away from the pup. Would definitely use again! Thank you Vadym!”
“Carrie was amazing, and Josie and Jack had a wonderful time at "The Ranch". Every day, Carrie posted pictures and very funny videos of the dogs having fun which alleviated any anxiety I had about leaving them. They were there for 9 days and Carrie was great about their dietary restrictions and their need for constant cuddles. I'm definitely booking her for the Holidays! Thanks Carrie!!!!!”
“As always, Tiffany goes above and beyond for my pups. We love getting pictures and a video every time they stay. I never worry when we are away because I know they are well taken care of and happy.”
“Christopher was a great dog sitter! He sent me lots of pictures and videos. My dog was taken on many walks and got plenty of attention ❤️. I would for sure ask him to dog sit again!”
“Priscila was excellent at ensuring my Lana had a great experience. From her outdoor activities, beach day, and play time it all contributed to Lana having a Great time. Priscila was awesome at providing pictures and video to update how my dog was doing. Thank you 👍”
“Cherie is so so kind and patient. She has a calm and loving atmosphere for humans along with dogs! I was so happy to leave my pup in her very capable hands. I have an anxious guy, and she helped him be comfortable and cozy. The pictures and updates were amazing and really helped my anxiety about leaving him as well! I would highly recommend Cherie. Thank you for taking such good care of Biscuit!”
“Audra & Mark were very prompt to respond to all my questions, they were able to accommodate my dog very quickly when I needed last minute help, he was in very good hands! Thank you so much for helping with Simba! :)”
“JT is AMZING! We’ve used several of his services including, walks, daycare, and boarding. We most recently boarded our dog Lola with JT for 5 days! My mind is always at ease when I leave her with him. He sends multiple updates throughout the day including pictures. He always lets me know how she’s doing, which helps help alleviate my separation anxiety! Lola is always so happy to see him! We will continue to use his services and we highly recommend him to everyone! Thanks JT!”
“Amanada is AMAZING!! I could write a whole essay on how great and loving this family is, but for the sake of the review, I'll keep it short! One of our pups ruptured her CCL a week before our trip, and this was one of those trips that wasn't going to be cancelled or moved. Amanda was able to easily accommodate the updated meds and keep us updated on how Emma seemed to be doing with her injury. Her background as a vet tech helped put our minds at ease and Emma and Otto were in some of the most capable hands during our trip. Our whole family loved the photos and videos provided and Emma and Otto had a blast and made themselves totally comfortable with Amanda and her sweet family. We will definitely be in touch in the future!”
“Elvia was the best!!! She sent pictures daily so I knew that my dog was not only being well cared for but also getting lots of play time and love and affection. Her whole family is involved in making it a great experience for both me and my dog. I joked that when I went to pick up my dog that my dog wasn’t going to want to leave her “summer vacation” lol- I would definitely recommend and will be using her again :)”
“This was the first time I have ever used Rover and my experience was excellent! Eva invited me over so I could meet her and see where my pup lady would be staying. I wanted to make sure Lady was comfortable. Eva was very welcoming and Lady met her little dog Bino and that got along just fine! During my trip, Eva would text me every day and send me pictures of Lady going on walks, at the park and cozied up on the couch watching movies with her kids! It was awesome knowing that Lady was being cared for so well. I happen to have back-to-back trips so Lady will be back with Eva and her family next week.😀 Jenifer”
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Rachel S.
“Rachel is a great dog border. She communicates very well, giving regular updates lovely by our little pup. She has a great back yard, carefully follows special care directions, and is flexible. We’ll definitely have her board our dog again.”
Gina & Brian W.
“We had a fantastic experience with Gina & Brian! They took amazing care of our two dogs and treated them like family. They were incredibly communicative throughout the stay, sending us regular updates and lots of great pictures. It gave us such peace of mind knowing our pups were in such caring hands. Their yard is perfect for dogs, and their own dog Cody was the sweetest companion to our boys. They all got along so well, and it truly felt like a second home for our dogs. Gina & Brian are friendly, reliable and clearly love animals. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again. Highly recommended!”
Chong R.
“Chong did an amazing job watching our dog Ruby while we were out of town. She provided lots of updates and we could see that Ruby was having a great time. Chong even showed us a video of Ruby playing with another dog when we arrived to pick her up. It's clear she genuinely cares about each dog she's watching and we couldn't be happier.”
Darcey J.
“We are always Sad and unsure to leave our dog with anyone before. Since she stayed with Darcey, we will not be unsure anymore! Darcey is such a great host that I am sure our dog was more sad to leave Darcy than she was happy to come home. We won’t be booking any other Rover when we need care in the future.”
Kris R.
“Another great experience with Kris! Her and her family are truly the best and I have peace of mind that my pup is well taken care of while I’m gone. Can’t wait to book her again!”
Olena B.
“Olena was great with Soju! We got daily photo updates and Olena was quick to respond and very communicative. Her home was a wonderful stay and vacation for our dog!”
Vadym B.
“Vadym was great and accepted my request on short notice - he has a backyard and sent me videos and pictures while I was away from the pup. Would definitely use again! Thank you Vadym!”
Carrie T.
“Carrie was amazing, and Josie and Jack had a wonderful time at "The Ranch". Every day, Carrie posted pictures and very funny videos of the dogs having fun which alleviated any anxiety I had about leaving them. They were there for 9 days and Carrie was great about their dietary restrictions and their need for constant cuddles. I'm definitely booking her for the Holidays! Thanks Carrie!!!!!”
Brandy Y.
“Brandy was great with taking care of our dog! We appreciated the regular updates and photos, and our dog enjoyed spending time with her dogs. Thanks Brandy!”
Tiffany D.
“As always, Tiffany goes above and beyond for my pups. We love getting pictures and a video every time they stay. I never worry when we are away because I know they are well taken care of and happy.”
Christopher N.
“Christopher was a great dog sitter! He sent me lots of pictures and videos. My dog was taken on many walks and got plenty of attention ❤️. I would for sure ask him to dog sit again!”
Priscila D.
“Priscila was excellent at ensuring my Lana had a great experience. From her outdoor activities, beach day, and play time it all contributed to Lana having a Great time. Priscila was awesome at providing pictures and video to update how my dog was doing. Thank you 👍”
Cherie L.
“Cherie is so so kind and patient. She has a calm and loving atmosphere for humans along with dogs! I was so happy to leave my pup in her very capable hands. I have an anxious guy, and she helped him be comfortable and cozy. The pictures and updates were amazing and really helped my anxiety about leaving him as well! I would highly recommend Cherie. Thank you for taking such good care of Biscuit!”
Audra & Mark G.
“Audra & Mark were very prompt to respond to all my questions, they were able to accommodate my dog very quickly when I needed last minute help, he was in very good hands! Thank you so much for helping with Simba! :)”
Amy B.
“I felt so comfortable leaving my Jo with Amy and her two sweet pups for an overnight stay. I can tell she had fun and really enjoyed having some dogs to play with on a rainy day.”
JT W.
“JT is AMZING! We’ve used several of his services including, walks, daycare, and boarding. We most recently boarded our dog Lola with JT for 5 days! My mind is always at ease when I leave her with him. He sends multiple updates throughout the day including pictures. He always lets me know how she’s doing, which helps help alleviate my separation anxiety! Lola is always so happy to see him! We will continue to use his services and we highly recommend him to everyone! Thanks JT!”
Amanda H.
“Amanada is AMAZING!! I could write a whole essay on how great and loving this family is, but for the sake of the review, I'll keep it short! One of our pups ruptured her CCL a week before our trip, and this was one of those trips that wasn't going to be cancelled or moved. Amanda was able to easily accommodate the updated meds and keep us updated on how Emma seemed to be doing with her injury. Her background as a vet tech helped put our minds at ease and Emma and Otto were in some of the most capable hands during our trip. Our whole family loved the photos and videos provided and Emma and Otto had a blast and made themselves totally comfortable with Amanda and her sweet family. We will definitely be in touch in the future!”
Maiken D.
“Maiken took great care of our dog!! We booked last minute and she was very accommodating. Sent lots of pictures and updates. Will definitely be using Maiken again :).”
Elvia Z.
“Elvia was the best!!! She sent pictures daily so I knew that my dog was not only being well cared for but also getting lots of play time and love and affection. Her whole family is involved in making it a great experience for both me and my dog. I joked that when I went to pick up my dog that my dog wasn’t going to want to leave her “summer vacation” lol- I would definitely recommend and will be using her again :)”
Eva K.
“This was the first time I have ever used Rover and my experience was excellent! Eva invited me over so I could meet her and see where my pup lady would be staying. I wanted to make sure Lady was comfortable. Eva was very welcoming and Lady met her little dog Bino and that got along just fine! During my trip, Eva would text me every day and send me pictures of Lady going on walks, at the park and cozied up on the couch watching movies with her kids! It was awesome knowing that Lady was being cared for so well. I happen to have back-to-back trips so Lady will be back with Eva and her family next week.😀 Jenifer”
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As of Aug 2025, 3,905 sitters provided dog boarding in Lake San Marcos. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Lake San Marcos dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Lake San Marcos have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Lake San Marcos.
Rover makes it easy to find Lake San Marcos dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 3,905 dog boarding sitters in Lake San Marcos on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Lake San Marcos, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 91% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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