Dog Boarding in Oakland
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âIt was our first time rover-ing with our new dog so we were a little nervous but they took great care of Francine! Itâs clear that they are dog lovers and made Francine feel right at home. We got a ton of pictures and they even helped coordinate pick up with a friend of ours while we were still out of town. Highly recommend!â
âAlexandra was great with our kitty! She sent me pictures and videos the entire time we were away and I could tell the cat was happy and well cared for. It was a great relief during our long time away to know Tiger was in good hands. Communication was easy and prompt as well.â
âIsaac and Jordan are wonderful! Our dog Ozzie loves staying with them and always comes home happy. Great communication and care. Thank you Isaac and Jordan!â
âMegan and Jenny were a pleasure to meet and chat with. They took care of my dog exceptionally well with great updates and cute photos. My dog really vibed with them that she remembered their house after the initial meet and greet 𼚠thank you so much!â
âIncredible sitter. Tara took really great care of Hank and was super communicative with pictures and updates. We will absolutely be booking with Tara again.â
âI am super grateful for Ben and his family. My super human-attached dog absolutely adores them (which makes leaving her a little easier on me). This is her second stay with Ben and they will remain one of my top-choice sitters! Highly recommend.â
âAlbina was great with our dog! He can be very particular about people but he loved her, & got lots of walks & outings! She was super patient with him & we got great updates while we were gone. We would love for our dog to hang with her again!â
âKaren and Hisako are excellent boarders. Our pup had a great time and they provided several enriching activities to keep him engaged. Also, when our flight was delayed they extended the stay without issue. Simply wonderful people.â
âRobert and Brian are really great dog sitters for my dog Koda. He absolutely loves staying with them and has a blast going on long walks and adventures with Robert. I canât recommend them enough!â
âThis was such a great boarding experience! My pup is elderly and requires some patience and attention, and they were so kind and thoughtful with her. She got a bit sick on the first day and they let me know right away and were happy to make changes to her routine to work with it. I got consistent updates with pictures and felt totally certain that my dog was well cared for the entire time. Definitely one of the best dogsitters I've used through this site.â
âOur dog Lulu had a wonderful time staying with Inkoo. We were updated regularly with pictures of all the fun they were having together. We recommend Inkoo as a great pet sitter.â
âI wasnât 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 Leeâs home again soon!â
âErika was AMAZING!!!! She sent me lovely updates and pictures of Bentley while we were away. Bentley was happy and jumping when I picked him up so I am confident he had a great time with Erika and sweet pea! :) Thank you so much for taking care of our baby!!! We will definitely book with her again!!â
âMelinda was absolutely amazing. When I dropped off my fur baby to her I knew he would be in good hands. She made sure to send me pictures to ease my anxiety I would definitely recommend herâ
âOnce again, Coco had a great time and was doted over! Many pictures sent to me allowed me to not worry at all while away. Highly recommend Danielle and will definitely book again.â
âSharon is a dog ownerâs dream. Charlie was so happy and comfortable, she looked liked Sharon was her owner, making my own vacation worry free. Lots of good walks and cuddling. We will be back in the future!â
âGreat experience boarding our pup with Karen. It is difficult to find someone you can trust with taking care of your pup where you will be comfortable they will make the right decisions if anything unexpected arises. We are glad we spent the time to find and board with Karen.â
âMariola and her daughter are the loveliest people who loved Marcel like he was their own. I got daily texts and photos and Marcel looked healthier and happier than when I left him there! Thank you ?â¤ď¸?â¤ď¸?â
âMuriel was very accommodating with changes in schedule and took great care of my pup while I was away, she sent photos and updates and my dog loved it at her place. Thank you!â
âJake has been caring for our dog Winston for a few years and Winston absolutely loves him. We wouldnât trust our dog with just anyone, and we know that he is in good hands with Jake. Jake always sends photos and updates and is super responsive if we have any questions.â
Over 11,837 pet parents in Oakland have booked dog boarding
Oakland dog parents share their Rover experiences
It was our first time rover-ing with our new dog so we were a little nervous but they took great care of Francine! Itâs clear that they are dog lovers and made Francine feel right at home. We got a ton of pictures and they even helped coordinate pick up with a friend of ours while we were still out of town. Highly recommend!
Jake has been petsitting Tokyo since she was a puppy. He is reliable, kind, and attentive and Tokyo absolutely loves being in Jake's home with the other pups. We trust Jake with Tokyo's food and supplements and know that she'll be cared for the way we care for her. He sends tons of pictures to ensure us that she is acclimating well, eating, and going to the bathroom.
Amber and her husband are absolutely wonderful! My dog always comes back so happy and well-cared for. They keep me updated throughout her stay with pictures and messages, which gives me complete peace of mind. She's always well-fed, safe, and clearly loved while she's with them. I can't recommend them enough - they're now our go-to sitters!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Oakland is $75
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Sitters in Oakland average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Feb 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Oakland is $75 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $525. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Oakland dog boarding rates can be found as low as $34 to as high as $93 per night.
As of Feb 2026, 5,687 sitters provided dog boarding in Oakland. 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 dogâs safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Oakland dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Oakland 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 Oakland.
Rover makes it easy to find Oakland 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 youâre awayâwhether itâs 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 whoâd love to socialize with their sitterâs pets
There are 5,687 dog boarding sitters in Oakland on Rover, so youâre sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Oakland, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 94% offer medication administration, and 88% 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 dogâs 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 itâsometimes 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 sitterâs cancellation policy.
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