Dog Boarding in Oakland, MI
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“Frances was great! She was quick to respond to any questions we had. She sent photos and updates everyday. Very nice and accommodating- would highly recommend her and we would definitely use her again!”
“Pamela was so sweet from the start and I had a good feeling about leaving my pup with her. She seemed genuinely excited to get to know him, give her sweet dog some friend time, and provide as many cuddles as he needed. That impression was absolutely correct if not underestimating how much she cares and enjoys taking care of pups. I have never used a pet service to take care of Deacon and she completely settled my concerns and exceeded my expectations. I would love to hire her again!”
“We are so happy we found Beth! We had a couple schedule changes and she was more than accommodating. We will be very happy to use her to watch our doggies whenever shes available!”
“Deborah & Dick were amazing when we boarded our 4 Shiba Inus for a quick weekend trip in July. They kept us updated daily with many photos and videos of our fur babies. Our shibas got plenty of outside time going on walks and playing in their fenced yard. Highly recommend 🥰🥰 Thank you for caring for our babies.”
“Anne was great with Murphy! He stayed for a week and I received picture and status updates daily. Murphy was well taken care of and he loved playing with their dog as well. I would definitely request Anne to watch Murphy anytime we needed a sitter. She is highly recommended!”
“Samuel did a fantastic job taking care of our dachshund! We got videos and photos of his dog playing with ours and it was clear they loved hanging out together! Samuel paid attention to all of the details and we will definitely be booking with him again in the future!”
“Finley had a great time with Kristin and Dan and their daughter! He got lots of love and snuggles and seemed very comfortable in their home. We appreciated the pictures and the great communication, and we will definitely have Finley stay with them again in the future!”
“Jacob and his family did a great job watching Freya! She was a bit more anxious than usual cause we had been traveling a lot, and they did a great job making sure she was comfortable and taken care of. You can tell that it's a dog loving family, and Jacob is really putting in the effort. Katherine's daily updates were also much appreciated. Highly recommend!”
“Kaylee was an amazing sitter for my two dogs. During their stay, one of my dogs got an ear infection and she was willing to bring him to his vet so he could be seen which isn’t close to her house. She sent daily updates and had great communication. I would highly recommend her as a sitter for your pups.”
“Breslin had a wonderful time with Christina and Micheal! They provided consistent updates throughout the stay with pictures and videos of our little guy having fun. They treated Breslin like one of their own and we truly appreciate that. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a sitter! Thanks again!”
“This was me & my fiancé’s 1st time leaving our 2 pups with anyone other than family. Due to family on vacation with us we had to find a sitter. We interviewed people feeling overwhelmed & nervous. After meeting Terry & his wife alllll the discomfort went away! Especially that we were on a cruise on the ocean in different countries. They kept in touch with text & photos making us a part of their day. I’d give more that a 5 star if I could. Thank u Terry & Chucky for making us feel at ease on our vacation without them.”
About: I am a mother of 6 children, plus 2 dogs (a silver lab and a pointer mix), 1 cat, 2 fish, and 2 guinea pigs. I have taken care of pets since I was young. When I was a kid we had dogs, cats, and even a raccoon and baby skunk throughout the years. I fostered cats and kittens through the humane society for many years. Once my own family grew and got busier I stopped doing that and adopted 2 cats of our own. Myself and my family will treat your dog(s) like our own! If your dog likes to sleep in a bed with their human, I have many willing participants who would love to do this for you! We have a fully fenced in backyard with a lot of dog toys (thanks to Barkbox!) and our kids love to take dogs for walks! I am home most of the time so I am able to provide lots of hands on care and attention. I am a registered nurse who works very part time, so I am usually home. I am 100% willing and capable of administering medications in any form, injectable included.
“couldn't be happier with the help Melvin and his partner gave us, we were at a bind and they came to the rescue! On top of that our Moka was treated like family and they sent pictures regularly, we will definitely ask for their help later on. 1000% recommended !”
“Charles and his family took excellent care of our Trooper! Very trustworthy. He sent sweet pictures of Trooper snuggling with his daughters, so we knew they all had a good time together.”
“Anna is our go to for our dog! She sends detailed updates every day including information on some training she did as well as a paragraph recapping the day, not to mention TONS of videos of the dogs. We will continue to keep using her services.”
“Rhett was nice and tired when I picked him up so I’m sure he had lots of fun playing while I was gone 😊 Derek was easy to get ahold of and very accommodating with drop off and pick up times. Will definitely look at booking with him for any future boarding needs.”
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Oakland is $40
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As of Feb 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Oakland is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. 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 $38 to as high as $56 per night.
As of Feb 2026, 441 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 dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of Oakland dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Oakland have an average of 17 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 you’re away—whether it’s 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 who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 441 dog boarding sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Oakland, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 97% 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 dog’s 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 it—sometimes 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 sitter’s cancellation policy.
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