Dog Boarding in Los Altos
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1. Jennifer C.

“Thank you for taking care of Goro--his first experience staying with a professional dogsitter! We love the photos and look forward to the next stay!”


2. Kevin & Sarah W.

“Kevin and Sarah were so great! They sent us a lot of photos and videos from Banchan’s full day of doggie daycare. We appreciated the snaps as it allowed us to continue our day with more peace of mind. Would definitely board Banchan there again!”




3. Paula B.


“Our 9 year old spaniel stayed for 8 days with Paula in her home. She got multiple walks daily, could hang out with Paula's dogs and generally make herself comfortable in Paula's beautiful townhome. Big plus point was that Paula sent me 2+ pictures every day - super comforting. Thanks Paula!”


4. Melissa C.

“Melissa was so good with our poodle Stormy. She was able to read our dog’s requests and moods to ensure Stormy’s comfort. Not always an easy feat! Melissa kept us well informed about Stormy’s chronic eye issue. And she also sent pictures and stories every day. Very reassuring. At the end of the visit, Stormy watched Melissa walk away, which means Stormy felt an emotional bond with Melissa. ❤️ Would not hesitate to book with Melissa again in the future!”


5. Tracy D.

“Tracy and her husband took great care of our Rocky! We were sent a ton of photos everyday, which made it so much easier being far away from him. Tracy also sent status updates on walks and feedings! Our pug has a lot of care instructions and she had no problem with them all. I look forward to booking her again. Thank you again, Tracy!”


6. Michael V.

“We had an excellent experience with Michael boarding our dog for a week. We received regular updates, and it was clear our dog was in great hands. If you're looking for a communicative, flexible, and caring sitter, we highly recommend Michael!”


7. Darya S.

“Darya and her family were amazing caretakers of our two border collies. Darya sent updates and photos throughout the visit. You can tell she loves dogs and takes care of them like they’re her own. She even clipped their nails!”


8. Michael & Tyler & Lauren & Leslie B.

“Michael and Tyler were divided a truly wonderful and happy stay for our little girl. They welcomed her and made her feel right at home, and she clearly had such a blast with them. It’s so reassuring to be able to leave her with people who are going to love her and care for her as you would yourself. We will have no hesitation in leaving our girl with them again in the future.”


9. Daniel L.

“Daniel was wonderful! He was communicative, sent us regular updates, and was flexible with us. We hit traffic on our way to pick up and he was understanding and kind about it. Our babies seemed so happy and at home with him. We would definitely rebook with him in the future.”


10. Wenxin S.

“Wenxin took such good care of my dog Smiley, she showered Smiley with love, care, and patience. Smiley really enjoyed every minute. Strongly recommend Wenxin for anyone who needs help with their dog.”


11. Ziting Y.

“My 1.5yr old dog Bomi stayed with Ziting for 5 days. Ziting was very attentive to Bomi’s walk and food schedule, and sent me pictures of Bomi everyday. Bomi looked very comfortable and happy, and she got along with Ziting’s dog. I was able to be away from Bomi with confidence that she will be well taken care of, and she really was! I would definitely trust Bomi with Ziting again.”


12. Tanya S.
“Tanya is wonderful! She is highly experienced with dogs-high energy, low energy, reactive, disabled. She can handle them all! My dogs (I have two Labrador Retrievers) are excited to be dropped off and are treated like family members. Park visits - yep! Off-leash time - yep! Runs - yep! Walks -yep! I highly recommend her!”


13. Devin & Mai J.

“Devin and Mai were absolutely amazing with Jax. This is the second time he was going to stay with them and as soon as we got to their door he got so excited. It is the best feeling dropping him off and not having him cry or get upset because he knows he is going to get to hangout with Devin and Mai. I highly highly recommend them and we will continue to use them in the future.”


14. Step C.

“Stephen is very responsive and provided great care to Snow while we were away. We believe Snow had a wonderful time hanging out with Stephen and his family. We were delighted to learn that Snow loves to sunbathe with Stephen's dog. It's great to know our pet had a fantastic time while we were gone.”


15. Emma H.

“Emma did a wonderful job caring for our dog Tilly! Emma was very easy to work with, marvelous with communication and regular updates, and a very kind and capable caregiver. Tilly took to her very quickly. Emma was also great at learning how our dog “communicated”. I appreciated working with her and highly recommend Emma.”


16. Rachel W.

“We felt really good leaving Mojito with Rachel after a bad experience with another sitter. She sent multiple daily updates with photos and videos and consulted us with any questions. Mojito became very attached to her and we would love to board with her again!”


17. Sylvia S.

“Sylvia was amazing! I appreciated all the regular updates she sent me on how my pooch was doing. When I picked him up, he was energetic and happy. She even gave me a tip on a new dog food to try. I’ll definitely reach out to her again in the future.”


18. Nao I.

“Nao is such a sweet and amazing sitter! She was wonderful at keeping in touch with me and sending tons of photos while watching my pup! She even, at a last minute request, dropped off my dog for me, which was a bonus ! I’ll definitely be booking with her again and highly recommend her!”


19. Jessica C.

“Jessica had great communication with me, sending updates with great pictures. She asked good questions before boarding and was very accommodating. She also made sure to give my active dog lots of exercise. I would not hesitate to book her again.”


20. Haijing & Yixi F.

“Haijing and Yixi were very kind and responsibly took care of our 2-year old frenchie Gia! We left Gia in their care while going on vacation and received photo + video updates regularly. They played with Gia and Gia also had fun playing with their dogs and cat. Would recommend and use their services again”
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As of Jun 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Los Altos is $70 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $490. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Los Altos dog boarding rates can be found as low as $45 to as high as $85 per night.
As of Jun 2025, 3,442 sitters provided dog boarding in Los Altos. 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, 92% of Los Altos dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Los Altos have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Los Altos.
Rover makes it easy to find Los Altos 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 3,442 dog boarding sitters in Los Altos on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Los Altos, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 92% offer medication administration, and 86% 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.
