Dog Boarding in Melrose, Oakland, CA

“I wasn’t sure if my dog Toby would want to come home because I could tell he was having the time of his life all weekend long. I look forward to Toby spending more time at Lee’s home again soon!”

Katherine H.

“Sunday has been through a lot of difficult changes recently—a move, the loss of her doggy best friend and just normal growing up. Sunday is a sweet girl but can be high energy, anxious and a little mischievous. Megan and Jenny handled Sunday like absolute pros. Sunday was entertained with walks and lots of play time in their sweet house/yard. Jenny + Megan are responsible, reliant, and absolutely in love with their dog friends, not to mention flexible and easy-going—they treated Sunday like their own and I feel so thankful to have found such loving people to look after my girl. From the very first interaction they have been so responsive and accommodating! I hope to rebook them again soon, just so Sunday can get her fix!”

Jessica W.

“Jeff and Beth do a wonderful job making sure our high energy pup gets lots of exercise, eats her food, and gets lots of love and snuggles. And we love the photos and appreciate the daily updates too!”

Taryn & Jeffrey T.

“Alexandra is a great sitter. She was very careful to gather information so she could personalize care for my dog. And she sent text and video updates. Would definitely take my dog here again!”

Catherine K.

“Chad and his family are amazing! Chad was understanding and communicative throughout the Rover process. His place is truly a property filled with trees and plenty of backyard space for your pup to run and sniff around. Chad is a true professional when it comes to dog sitting, knowing the dogs he cares for very well. He also seems to be a very down-to-earth person that goes the extra mile to be sure your questions are answered and you feel comfortable leaving your furbaby in his care. THANK YOU CHAD & FAM for TLC you showed my family on a holiday weekend. I couldn't have had a better first experience with a Rover sitter. =)”

Megan G.

“Kristen and Ryan were very welcoming of our pup! They were understanding of her nuances and helped her adjust to a new environment fast. They have a nice spacious home with a big backyard that our dog loved relaxing in. Kristen and Ryan were very communicative throughout the stay and sent daily updates with photos. 100% recommend!”

Eric P.

“Absolutely wonderful from start to finish! Communication was excellent throughout the entire process. I had a few specific instructions for my pup’s stay, and not only were they followed perfectly—they even offered helpful suggestions and kept me updated with pictures and videos the whole time. The level of care and attention my dog received was outstanding, and I could tell he felt right at home the moment we arrived. There’s a warm, calming energy in this home that you can feel immediately and clearly, my pup felt it too. I’m beyond grateful and will definitely be booking again whenever I’m out of town. Thank you so much! Can’t wait to see you all again soon!”

Dom D.

“I couldn’t be more grateful to Emerson for taking such wonderful care of our pup while we were on vacation. Lilo can be a bit challenging—she’s in her teenage years, after all—but Emerson handled everything with knowledge, patience, kindness, and genuine care. He kept our girl engaged, happy, and loved every single day. We especially appreciated the photos and videos Emerson shared, which gave us peace of mind knowing our pup was in the best hands. We will definitely be choosing Emerson again when the time comes—he’s truly a phenomenal sitter, and we feel so lucky to have found him! Thank you Emerson!!!”

Christina O.

“Kim and Jeff were very accommodating and took great care of our dog for 5 days while we were on vacation. They sent us daily pictures and we could tell Truffles was getting a lot of attention and good care. Would not hesitate to book with them again!”

Viet T.

“Benito was well cared for and happy during his stay. Isaac and Jordan followed the care guide we provided and sent frequent updates. Definitely rebooking when the need comes up Thanks again!”

Gianni D.

“Giacomo had a fabulous stay with Suzanne. She is such a caring, attentive, and communicative person. I loved the daily pictures of Giacomo's adventures in Suzanne's amazing home and yard. Thank you!! We can't wait for the next visit :).”

Lisa A.

“Hy and Arlo are very warm people and they took excellent care of my dog Kushi. Being a senior dog, they followed all the care instructions and also offered to prepare meals for her. They were very prompt in communication and sent daily updates too. I highly recommend their services.”

Jignesh S.

“Zo made our pup Kobe’s first weekend away from us an enjoyable experience! He had tons of fun running around and playing with her super friendly frenchie Bruno! If your pup has a specific eating/sleep schedule or allergies, she will be sure to accommodate. We also got daily pictures and videos throughout the weekend! Kobe came back to us at the end of the weekend happy and tired, we will definitely be using her for daycare and boarding services in the future!”

Gelila B.

“I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Dacyl! Upon meeting her, I knew she was going to be an instant fit for me and my pup. Her energy is so warm, attentive and she immediately connected with my baby. She asked plenty of great questions and truly treated my girl as her own. And I just adore her pup, Stan. What a distinguished gentleman. Her home was a perfect place for my girl to decompress yet be able to explore and sunbathe. I never had a worry and was able to be fully present during my trip. I loved that Dacyl updated me with photos and sweet messages. I could truly tell my pup loved the experience. I did too. Dacyl will absolutely be added to the auntie list! I can’t recommend her and Stan enough!”

Bronte W.

“Best Rover we have ever used! They went above and beyond to truly make sure Itchy was cared for while we were gone, and made him a part of their family. Itchy loved his time there and we will definitely be rebooking in the future!”

Kate M.

“I found myself in a bit of a bind. My partner was going into a last minute surgery and we needed to find someone to take care of our dog on short notice. I reached out to Dvora and almost immediately heard back. I appreciated Dvora's request to have my dog come by her house and hang out for an hour just to see how she reacted to other dogs and to Dvora's home. Thankfully my dog seemed to adapt well and we confirmed boarding for 3 nights. Over the next few days I got regular updates and even a couple photos which really helped ease my mind that my dog was well taken care of. My partner's surgery went well but we had to stay in the hospital an extra night. Dvora was able to accommodate boarding our dog one more night. Overall, I really appreciate how thoughtful Dvora was in the care of our dog. She really understands the behavioral pattern of dogs. She has a nice backyard which I appreciate because my dog had the space to run around and play. My dog even got along super well with a different dog Dvora was taking care of. What a great experience and would highly recommend Dvora for your boarding needs.”

Steven R.

“I'm late to review Michelle and Mandar but Bono had a great time staying with their family. They were very detail oriented in his care instructions and took him on several outings throughout his stay. Their children are wonderful and I know he had fun getting twice as many pets as he does at home!!”

Martha M.

“I had an excellent experience with this dog sitter caring for my elderly dog. They ensured that all of my dog’s needs were met — from medication management to gentle exercise and plenty of love. Their regular updates gave me peace of mind. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for high-quality, caring support for their senior pet.”

Melanie H.

“Lacey was fantastic with my very big & cuddly dog, who also has severe separation anxiety. He was clearly in good hands! Though it was only for one overnight we will definitely be working with Lacey & her family again!!”

Jen S.

“I couldn’t be happier with the care Koko received from Miki. She helped me to pickup my rescue dog from the shelter. The situation it’s very difficult for me when I am living out of state. It was very clear how kind, responsible, and genuinely loving she is with animals. She kept me updated with photos and messages, which gave me so much peace of mind while waiting for someone transport Koko back to AZ. I’m so grateful to have found someone I trust completely. Highly highly recommend!”

Sara L.