Dog Boarding Lake San Marcos
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“Cherie and her family were a great fit for our dog. Their home was clean and they cared for our dog like she was their own. We loved getting photos and updates too! I would definitely ask Cherie to watch our dog again and would highly recommend her.”
“Kathy took great care of our pup Leo while we went out of town for a couple of days. She was great with communication and gave us updates through the stay. Would absolutely book with Kathy again and highly recommend her!”
“JT is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G, amazing!!!! This was my very first time boarding my beautiful fur baby through Rover and I am beyond grateful for having worked with JT. I boarded her for 15 days and it was a very tearful experience leaving her but JT gave me reassurance I needed to know she was in good care. JT has great communication with me. He sent me daily updates and pics which helped alleviate my anxiety. Thank you JT for this experience.”
“Linda & Zach are the best! I needed a last-minute booking while traveling in from out of town, and they made super easy. I appreciated their very fast, friendly communication throughout Chunk’s stay. They were very flexible with our schedule, and most importantly took great care of our senior pup, Chunk. They introduced their sweet lab Sophie who was the perfect companion for Chunk, and sent pictures during his stay so we knew he was right at home. Everything was packed and ready to go when we came for pickup. Couldn’t ask for better!”
“Our dog, Maple, had such a wonderful time staying with Lori and Craig. Lori updated often and provided lots of photos of her incredible time staying with them. You could tell Lori was so attentive with her and made sure she was loved and well cared for during her stay. After her adventures playing at their house and with their pups she came home and slept all day long, she was completely tuckered out! I’m so happy to have found a wonderful family for Maple to stay with while we are away and she will be staying with them again in a few short weeks. Thanks Lori and Craig!”
“This was our first time using Rover and we had a great experience! Brandy was warm and loving and provided us with a lot of updates on our dog. We will book with her again and recommend her 100%.”
About: San Diego Humane society volunteer, experience with a wide variety of dog breeds and sizes, two dogs who are very social, and all our family gatherings include 5+ dogs (we love that!) Full time work from home already walking 4 times a day, flexible schedule before and after work to help with pick ups/drop offs and we enjoy hiking and going to parks on the weekend We have a small fenced patio area for our dogs to sunbathe but they get 4 walks a day for bathroom and exercise. We have a sweet 9 year old staffy who loves to sleep and a dachshund puppy who’s with us half of the time always wanting to play! The dogs are welcome in all parts of the house but we have a gate to separate up and downstairs if needed
“The communication was clear and they were ready and outside for dropoff/pickup as soon as I pulled up. Nice people, daily updates, and the house and property were decent. I would (and probably will) use them again. Quality care for a reasonable rate.”
“Agneta was wonderful with Britt! She was so kind and caring, and we could tell Britt received lots of love and attention while we were away. It gave us peace of mind knowing Britt was in good hands. We appreciated getting updates and seeing how happy and comfortable Britt was. We would definitely have Agneta watch Britt again!”
“Angie took such great care of my Pup! She sent pictures almost every day of the fun he was having with her and the other dogs visiting. She was easy to work with and I felt my pup was in such great hands with her! I highly recommend her!”
“Our dog stayed with Kayla and her family while we were on vacation and she took such great care of her! Our dog got lots of attention and cuddles, which she loved, and we got lots of updates and pictures, which we appreciated. Highly recommend Kayla for your pet sitting needs!”
“Evan was great! Our normal dog sitter cancelled right before our planned trip. In a frenzy, I came across the Rover app and gave it a try! Evan accepted our booking request even though we were booking at the very last minute! By last minute, I mean we dropped our dog, Jack, off at his house within 1/2 hour of booking! Evan and his family were very kind and our dog got on well with the other two dogs in the house. We received pictures and updates throughout the stay which made us feel better about leaving our pup with someone we didn’t know. I would book with Evan again!”
“Kurt was great. Easy pick-up and drop-off. Very good communication pre-stay and during the visit, including pictures. I would definitely have Kurt watch Lincoln again in the future.”
“Brianna and Charles took in our fur baby for 3 weeks! We felt so badly leaving her for so long but felt very comfortable leaving her with them. They are wonderful and loving. They sent us photos, gave her meds every day, and reassured us our girl was doing well. We are so grateful for them.”
“Luca loved being with Ally and Charlie! Ally took great care of Luca on his first boarding. She was very responsive, sent pictures, and made sure Luca felt at home in his new space. I will definitely book with Ally again”
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Lake San Marcos
Yadamaris was a wonderful sitter for our dog Obey. She was kind, observant and very interactive. Met her and observed her demeanor and interactions. Genuine dog lover, was thorough in her questioning and was dedicated to cater and understand Obey. Sent pictures and updates regularly and we could tell our boy had a great time. Her dog was such a treat and helped provide a great social environment. 10/10 sitter, will only book with her if possible.
Carol is one of the best sitters we’ve ever had! From our first message exchange, I knew I had found a reliable, trustworthy, and genuinely caring person to look after my girl. Carol’s communication throughout the entire stay was flawless. She kept me updated regularly with checkins and photos which gave me total peace of mind. It’s obvious how much she truly loves dogs; she made sure my pup was thoroughly exercised, given plenty of affection, and spoiled with treats! Knowing she was in such caring and capable hands allowed me to completely relax and enjoy my trip without a single worry. We are so thankful we found Carol! If you’re looking for a top-tier sitter who will treat your dog like family, book her immediately. We already have her booked again for two weeks from now and can’t recommend her more!
We had such a great experience with Melissa. She took wonderful care of our boy and sent us updates and photos throughout the day, which was reassuring and made it easy to see that he was being well cared for and having a great time. He looked happy and comfortable in all of the photos, which really put our minds at ease. We would happily have her watch him again!
I was a little anxious about leaving my dogs, Isla and Monty, with a new sitter for the first time, but Patrick quickly put my mind at ease. From the very beginning, he took the time to learn about their likes and dislikes, their feeding schedule, and even the little details about their personalities that most people don’t think to ask. That level of care and attention meant a lot to me. Throughout their stay, Patrick kept me updated on how they were doing and regularly sent photos, which made being away from them so much easier. It was clear that Isla and Monty were well cared for and receiving plenty of attention. I truly appreciated Patrick’s communication, professionalism, and genuine care for my dogs. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy and attentive pet sitter.
Bowie had the best time during his stay with Bonnie! He and her dog Kaiya became fast friends, and it was clear from the daily photos and videos that he was having a blast and being incredibly well cared for. We really appreciated the regular updates and the peace of mind she gave us while we were away. Bowie came home happy, relaxed, and maybe a little disappointed to leave all the fun behind! We would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable sitter.
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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 San Marcos 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 Lake San Marcos.
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 San Marcos 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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