Dog Boarding National City
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“Lori is my favorite sitter! She is thoughtful, trustworthy, and overall takes great care of my dogs. She was also communicative about my dogs behavior while they were with her, and she was very patient with one of my dogs misbehaving a little. I can rest easy whenever my dogs are with her!”
“Araceli was fantastic watching Roxy and Sushi! She kept me updated with plenty of photos and videos, so I always knew how they were doing. Both pups clearly had the best time and came home happy and relaxed. I’ll definitely be booking with her again — highly recommend!”
“Cristina and her family are the best! We have done day care but now have also left our lil man with her for 3 nights while we were out of town. Today we sat talked and our baby was happy and excited to see us and also so happy with where he stayed. She is the only one for our family!!”
“I could tell my cat and dog had a great stay! Monique is awesome and really provided a homey experience for them. She sent updates and I’m happy my fur babies had a lovely weekend.”
“Kaitlin and Verle took great care of Clover again! When Clover arrived at their house for this stay, she was SO excited to see them and ran inside to play immediately. She didn’t even look back at us when we left. We’re so happy and reassured by how much she loves staying with them. Kaitlin and Verle were very communicative and flexible also. We have already booked Clover’s next stay with them for our next trip.”
“Pilar was awesome. She made my baby feel so at home he didn't want to leave when I went to pick him up. She updated me on how he was doing and sent pictures as well. I will book again with her.”
“Robin & Rahn took such good care of our Charlie while we were away 💗 Robin was so accommodating when she allowed us to schedule a meet & greet the same day I reached out to see if they were available. When we showed up her energy was calm friendly and welcoming, our Charlie is normally a little sketchy with new people and he quickly fell in love with her! Their backyard is so cute and quaint with areas of nice grass for the doggies to play and lay in the sun, as well as an outdoor couches to cuddle with them on. We met Rahn the day we dropped Charlie off and he was so friendly and Charlie warmed right up to him! We knew our guy was in great hands. Throughout his stay we got lots of videos and photos of Charlie playing with toys, cuddling up with them, videos of his walks, and even him playing with their dog and one other dog they were watching which was so sweet! We instantly felt comfortable like Charlie fit in and was right at home with them and knew that he was calm comfortable and relaxed there. I will absolutely be bringing Charlie back to Robin & Rahn for our future trips! So grateful to have found them ☺️”
“Thank you Damariz for such amazing care of Prince! Seeing daily photos and videos warmed my heart 🐶 your gentleness and kindness was very evident the moment we met. I'm looking forward to utilizing your services again in the future!”
“Ana is my go-to sitter in San Diego! My dog gets anxious away from home and Ana created a calm and welcoming environment. He’s also a picky eater but takes oral medication everyday. Ana was able to ensure he was taking his meds. It was such a relief having someone so wonderful and attentive watching him while I was away. I also appreciated all the communication—lots of photos and texts describing daily walks and activities and anything that was out of the normal. Can’t recommend Ana enough!”
“Clara is a kind and accommodating cat sitter. She sent pictures of Kal interacting with her dog that makes Kal peacefully, ,comfortable and happy finding companion with her dog. Kal cried when my son picked him up,.. Kal wants to stay with his new friend dog. Thank you Ms Clara will see you again.”
“I can't thank Mihaela enough for taking such great care of our dog. She was a great communicator and sent a lot of photos while he was in her care. She was also so kind and understanding when my flight was delayed and I had to pick him up later. Would love to have her watch our dog again. Thank you!”
“Chau is awesome! Our two dogs did great in their stay with her for almost two weeks! She walked them and took great care of them. We also really appreciated her sending us pictures and providing a quick update throughout our trip. It did a lot to ease the worry of leaving them for so long with a new caretaker. We will definitely be using her again in the future and would highly recommend her!”
“My dog is very shy and can get aggressive around other dogs because of her fear. She really enjoyed her stay at Cerita's house. She appeared to very comfortable there even with the other dogs. Cerita and her children were very welcoming.”
“Kenneth obviously loves Rylee and the feeling is mutual. She gets long walks and lots of cuddles. Kenneth sends regular updates and lots of pictures. I work five 48 hour shifts per month and I’m hope to book Kenneth as many of those days as he is free:)”
“THEEE BEST !! this was my first time using rover for someone watching my dog & the experience was GREATT. Communication was clear and fast ! my dog isn’t the best around other dogs & vipulkumar had him around other dogs without any problems !!! my dog enjoyed his time would recommend 100% . Definitely booking again in the future.”
“Natalee was an amazing sitter for our little guy Luffy! She is super sweet and kept great communication throughout his stay, making sure to share some adorable photos of their weekend adventures together :) Luffy seemed to have a great time and was even excited to see Natalee again upon dropping him off. We highly recommend Natalee to take care of your pups and look forward to having a safe space for Luffy to stay for future vacations!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in National City is $61
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - National City
Lori is my favorite sitter! She is thoughtful, trustworthy, and overall takes great care of my dogs. She was also communicative about my dogs behavior while they were with her, and she was very patient with one of my dogs misbehaving a little. I can rest easy whenever my dogs are with her!
We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter! Becky acclimated us at the last minute and took such wonderful care of Finley and Milo. She went above and beyond—taking them on hikes, celebrating Finley’s birthday, and loving them like they were her own. Knowing they were so happy and well cared for gave us complete peace of mind. We highly recommend her and will definitely book with her again!
Storm felt right at home from the moment I dropped him off! Maria was amazing and made the whole experience stress-free. She sent regular updates, photos, and videos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. It was obvious Storm was happy, well cared for, and getting lots of love. I highly recommend Maria to anyone looking for a trustworthy dog sitter, and I’ll definitely be booking with her again in the future!
Madelyn was just wonderful with our baby, she was so loving and attentive to her! I couldn’t have asked for better care with our little girl. I would use her again and again when I come back to San Diego. She was always sharing info and pictures of her while under her care, which made us feel comfortable and assured that she was being well cared for.
Kathryn was absolutely wonderful with Truffles, and I could not have asked for a better sitter. As the owner of a 10-year-old senior dog, it can be difficult to find someone who is the right fit since many doggy daycares will not accept older dogs. What I loved most was that Kathryn works from home and has no pets or children in the house, so Truffles had a calm, quiet environment where he could get plenty of attention and companionship. He’s used to being around people all the time, so it was perfect for him. Kathryn was incredibly kind, communicative, and thoughtful. She sent photos and updates a couple of times each day, which made me feel completely at ease while I was away. Every message reassured me that Truffles was happy, comfortable, and being so well cared for. It’s not easy to find someone you truly trust with your dog, especially one you’ve had for 10 years, but I felt completely confident leaving him with Kathryn. He came home relaxed, happy, and clearly well loved. I would recommend her without hesitation and will absolutely book with her again.
Vipulkumar was incredibly sweet and genuinely loves dogs. Very easygoing and comfortable around Mishmish, which put us at ease right away. Highly flexible with timing and requests, and he sent numerous cute videos of Mishmish, which we really appreciated. Clear communicator and reliable pet caregiver. We will definitely be back again!
We’ve now left our two French Bulldogs with Ana and her family three times, and we truly can’t recommend her enough. We’re very selective about who we trust with our pups since they require specific care, and it’s clear how much love and attention Ana and her family give them. Knowing they’re in such good hands gives us complete peace of mind. We’ll definitely continue booking with Ana anytime we need a sitter.
An amazing staycation for Stella with Katherine as always! She is so very accomodating, friendly, caring, and overall amazing. We can’t thank her enough taking care of our Stella, giving her lots of love and walks, and sharing her bff Hope with Stella too! We will always be choosing Katherine!
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FAQs for Boarding - National City
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in National City on Rover is $44.4 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of July 2026, there are 3,995 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across National City. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
95% of National City sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which National City landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their National City 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 National City.
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 National City 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 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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