Dog Boarding Makakilo
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“Jessica was an amazing dog sitter for Penny! She took wonderful care of her and kept us updated throughout the day, which gave us such peace of mind. Penny was clearly happy and comfortable, and we could tell she was well-loved. Jessica went above and beyond, and I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and reliable dog sitter”
“Our dog, Panda, immediately felt at home under the care of Maddy. We were so happy to see Panda fit right in to her family. Maddy even provided updates and videos/pictures of our dog throughout her stay. Would definitely recommend Maddy to anyone looking for a trusted sitter for their dog. Thank you, Maddy! Until next time.”
“Kaitlyn was great. She took in Bree with just a few days notice and Bree enjoyed herself. Kaitlyn is energetic and took Bree on daily walks (long) and that was important to me. As a pit-mix they need to be walked so they can sniff everything. Kaitlyn followed my lead on using the snacks in the puzzle toys to break up the boredom that Pit's can get if not stimulated. She was a great dog-sitter.”
“Tanya and her family were wonderful! She responded extremely fast to our inquiry and made us feel very comfortable with our Shih Tzu and kitten! As these 2 are both members of our family, we would never just let anyone watch them. Tanya and her family were so welcoming and excited to take care of our babies. Her price was more than reasonable and she kept us up to date with regular pictures and videos documenting their adventures of the day. They will be the only people we trust with our babies from now on! Thank you, Tanya!”
“Tiffany did a great job and I would not hesitate to book with her again. We received daily updates and photos and Clayton was relaxed and happy when we picked him up. Also, Tiffany’s home is spotless. If I could give more stars I would!”
“I would recommend Christine as a sitter for your pet. She genuinely shows how much she cared and went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable while I was away. She kept me updated shared photos regularly. She provided extra attention to my pup as he has medical issues. Her attentiveness, transparency, and honesty about how everything went meant so much to me.”
“My Cinnamon was in great hands with Simeon. This was our first time leaving my fur baby with anyone but Simeon was a great fit and available during the time I needed especially for the holiday. He communicated everyday and was very open to doing a meet and greet a few days before I travel. Upon coming back , I ran into an issue with my car therefore he was very understanding , patient and helpful, so I really appreciate this. Cinnamon enjoyed his time with his friends at Simeon’s place. I saw the small improvement in my fur baby like just going into his crate on his own. I felt assured with Simeon and will definitely be booking again in the future.”
“Diana was amazing! She kept us updated on our dogs activities during their stay with her and her family. It's very obvious that she loves animals. We highly recommend her and would definitely use her again.”
About: Hi! I’m an experienced pet sitter and lifelong animal lover offering calm, reliable care for your pets. I’m happy to care for your fur babies either in my home or in their own home, depending on what’s most comfortable for them and works best for your family. I’m home most of the day with my 3-year-old son, who loves animals and has grown up around dogs and cats. We spend a lot of our time outside playing in the yard and enjoying our neighborhood park, so pets get plenty of attention and activity. We also have a friendly 6 year old dog, Luna, and cat, Skye, who are comfortable around other animals. Your pet’s comfort always comes first, and I’m happy to adapt to their needs and routine. To provide more personalized care, I only accept one family’s pets at a time. Whether your pet enjoys playtime, walks, or a quiet place to relax, I aim to make them feel safe and at home while you’re away. I’d love to connect and set up a meet-and-greet! I have a fairly flexible schedule to be available for walks and potential overnight care. My son and I often go to the park with our dog in the morning and evening. We usually go to the beach to play once a week. I have a fenced yard and plenty of room to run around inside. I have crate training experience as well. We can go over your dog’s needs and assess the best approach for while you're away.
“Eliana was a wonderful and dependable sitter. My dogs enjoyed all the extra attention and treats she gave them while we were away from home. She gave us updates during our trip so I could enjoy our vacation without worrying about my two fur babies.”
“I wss blessed enough to have chosen Devena and her family to watch over our dog for a week. Easy to communicate with and I could tell that our dog was very comfortable and happy with them. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend 🤙🏽”
“Let me first preface with there's not enough good things to say about our experience with Ashley! She deserves more than 5 Stars! Suffice to say, we have found a permanent boarder for our Husky, Hana! Quick, efficient and detailed updates and correspondence with plenty of photos. Our puppy Hana, is a delicate flower, very timid and practically scared of her own shadow when around strangers or in public, but it was in her stars to have someone like Ashley whom gave her the compassionate, loving care she needs. It's obvious the experience was exceptionally good for her, as she has matured so fast in just 2 weeks of boarding. We have to be thankful as well of Ashley's fur-baby Apollo, as having a grown husky to show our pup the ropes has helped her come out of her shell further. Ashley then went a step further with follow up correspondence to ensure Hana had a nice transition back home. We're so thankful, Mahalo nui loa!”
“Kary was accommodating, patient, and professional. I felt like I left Jeter with a family member and felt very safe and trustedthat he was going to be taken care of. Jeter was also happy and comfortable the whole time he was with her. Thank you so much!”
About: I have an 85 pound golden retriever, and he’s super welcoming and friendly. I also have 2 cats, they’re sassy but very friendly. I spend most of my time playing with them, and that’s what brings joy to my days. We’d love to include your fur baby in all the fun while you’re away 💕 I’ve had cats and dogs all my life, and I always will. I spend my days with my 2 cats and 1 dog. Your fur baby will have a great time boarding with us. Available day & night. I have a fenced yard, as well as a litter robot and an automatic feeding system. Everyday I go on 3-5 walks with my golden retriever around my neighborhood, we’d love to have your fur baby tag along. My two cats are indoor only, but they get plenty of sun bathing time during the day from the windows. I also allow all pets on all furniture. I am open to special requests, please feel free to let me know how I can best accommodate your fur baby.
“We had the best experience with our recent booking with Ciara. Our Australian Cattle Dog Kuma loved his daily walks and play time and came back home very well cared for and happy. She is great, very knowledgeable on Dog behaviors and has the sweetest Great Dane. Will definitely book for future trips!”
“Erin & Colby are the perfect Auntie & Uncle for your fur baby. Our Makena is a SR dog that has some problems. Erin did not hesitate to text us with concerns that may have been a problem. She took it took heart what we advised and she patiently followed through. We will definitely be using them when a vacation comes up.”
“I wish i could give 1000 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ She was absolutely AMAZING with our 11-week-old German Shepherd. She was very informative the entire time he was there. She sent plenty of pictures and videos to keep us fully engaged while we were away. She even assisted in finding out what was upsetting my dog’s stomach and was able to figure out that he can’t have beef (I know, the weirdest thing with a dog lol) She tried him out on the dog food she had there and his body reacted very well to it. I will definitely be rebooking here for my future sitting/boarding needs and I recommend that you do the same!!! Thank you so much, ma’am! ?”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Makakilo is $50
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Makakilo
Luz was so awesome. She was very friendly and took such good care of our Kūlia. She was so accommodating and made sure that our dog felt comfortable and right at home with her. She provided many updates with pictures and videos, giving us peace of mind while we were away. We will definitely book Luz to watch our dog the next time we go on vacation. She definitely love’s dogs and our Kūlia was very shy and nervous at our first meet and greet but by the 2nd day, with all the updates We could tell that she was feeling at home with Luz and all the anxiety she had disappeared. Mahalo Luz for loving our baby like we do. We are so grateful 🥹🥰😃🤙🏾
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for my weekend trip! She was absolutely outstanding professional, dependable, attentive, and genuinely caring. Knowing Ziggy was in such good hands gave me peace of mind while I was away. Her kindness and dedication truly stood out, and I appreciated the care she provided. I would absolutely book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and exceptional sitter!
Been taking my dog Makana to Ines since 2023. He absolutely adores her and sometimes I think he likes her better than me lol. Shes so attentive to him, goes on walks, has play time and is so knowledgeable of dogs. She has prior experience with behavior training and has helped Makana with all types of training. He usually goes to her house and stays, the longest has been for two weeks. I even needed her once to go to my house to pick him up(needed to leave the island), I trusted her with my key and she locked up and picked him up for me. There was also a time where he wasn’t feeling well and I think had some allergies. She kept me updated and even suggested a few things to help him feel better. I know he’s in good hands! If you’d like to ask me questions as a reference for Ines. Please reach out to her and she can connect you to me.
Excellent experience. I wasn't worried one bit after dropping Haukea off. Jessica was professional, sent cute pictures (not an overwhelming amount of photos) and communicated well! Haukea had a GREAT time! I highly recommend Jessica and will definately use her in the future.
Our dogs had a long stay with Angela as their first experience and I was so thankful that she was so responsive and providing updates and pictures on their stay. We had a meet and greet prior to boarding and Angela even set up a meet and greet with another dog that was going to be there at the same time for a few days. That was a great first impression and I knew she would provide great care to our babies. Thanks again for the great stay!
Carolina is a wonderful sitter and person! She has experience with dogs especially having raised Akitas, rotties, etc. in the past. She currently has two small dogs that played well with Tasha, a Shiba Inu. She had so much fun playing with Chili, her younger miniature American Shepherd. I would gladly use her again in my next trip abroad. Thank you!!
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Makakilo is $47 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $33 and $68 per night. On Rover, 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 November 2026, there are 577 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Makakilo. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
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 Makakilo 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 Makakilo 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 Makakilo.
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Makakilo. On Rover:
- 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
You and your Makakilo 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 HI 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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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