Dog Boarding Oakland
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Over 535 pet parents in Oakland have booked dog boarding
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Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Penny had a wonderful stay with Poliana! Our normally finicky eater even ate her meals right away! Poliana certainly had a magic touch. We got lots of adorable photos during her stay and timely reports that let us know that Penny was content and having fun. We will certainly be contacting Poliana to take care of Penny the next time we are visiting the Orlando.”
“Brittani was fantastic with both mine and my sister's fur babies! Very experienced, great communication, and handled medications with care. Will definitely book with her again! 🐾”
“Idalis and her family were awesome! Made our first sitter experience very easy. Answered all of our questions and were very accommodating. Will definitely be using them again in the future for our puppy. He seems to have had a great time!”
“Connor was fantastic! He is very communicative and provides lots of photo updates, which is great! My pup, Jake, seemed to have a great time and has made a new best friend!”
“Due to work and personal travel, my Pom spent lots of time with Ms. Mimi over these last 3 months. She’s absolutely the best and I trust her 100%! I don’t know what I’ll do if she ever moves away. Thank you for your love and care for my furry child.”
“Ashley was great with Macy! She had no problem with giving Macy time to warm up to her dog, sent updates and pictures, and made me feel 100% comfortable leaving my girl with her. I would/will use her again in the future if the opportunity arises.”
“Christine was amazing with Kenji! She made me feel completely comfortable while I was away and kept me updated throughout his stay with plenty of pictures and messages. I could tell he was comfortable, having a great time, and getting plenty of attention. She was very caring, attentive, and accommodating with his routine. I really appreciated how well she took care of him, and I would definitely book with her again. Highly recommend!”
“Theresa was wonderful. Our pup was cared and loved during her stay at her house. She made sure to update me with pictures and video of Jackie. I highly recommend Theresa.”
“This was our first time leaving our pup and we couldn’t have picked a better sitter. Monica was phenomenal!! Her communication with us was great, sending videos every day. You could tell she loved on and spoiled our Macie as much as we do. Would highly recommend, we will definitely use her again!!”
“John and his family took such good care of Savannah. I am sure she enjoyed the pool and playing with your children. Thanks again and I will definitely recommend you and use your service again.”
“This is the second time Bailey got to stay with Julie and her family. He loves spending time with them. He comes home totally spoiled. Leave your dog with Julie and she will treat them as her own.”
“Elisabeth went above and beyond watching our 11-year old, high maintenance French bulldog. She followed all instructions and was an excellent communicator. She provided us daily updates and photos to assure that everything was going great. We will definitely be returning! Thanks Elisabeth!!”
“Sprout was injured when she went to the sitter, so I was a little worried. Clair took care of her and gave her meds when scheduled. When I picked my pup, she looked well and happy.”
“This is the second time we leave our fur baby with Maria. She didn’t disappoint. She is caring and loving with our baby. Drop off and pick up are easy. We will be using her again.”
“Anna was great! I’ll definitely be trusting her with my dog again. She sent a ton of photos each day which was very helpful and put our mind at ease since our dog can get a little stressed when not at home.”
“Sara was fantastic with our dog, Charley! She was responsive, caring, and kept us updated with messages and photos, which gave us great peace of mind. Charley was happy and well cared for the entire time. We’d absolutely recommend Sara and will definitely book with her again!”
“I was very nervous to leave Remy for a week when I went on vacation because he gets very anxious in new places, but Liz made it such a comfortable environment for him. I expected him to not eat and probably have an upset stomach, but he had no issues at all and did great! Liz does a great job caring for the dogs and making them feel at home!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Oakland is $40
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Oakland
Chella is definitely going to be my new go to for my boys! I’m always anxious finding a sitter for my large dog because he can be a handful but Chella was wonderful and so reassuring. She kept me updated on how they were doing and in every picture she sent my boys looked right at home.
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Oakland on Rover is $38.85 per night (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 2,624 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Oakland. 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.
96% of Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland.
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 Oakland 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 FL 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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