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“Dana and her family were the perfect match for our Luna! Our pup had all of the family members attending to her, from TV snuggles to fresh air hikes around the lake nearby... and with constant communication and photos from Dana during her stay. We love that Luna has another family to love her like we do while we are away! We will most definitely be calling Dana for our next trip!”
“Christina and her husband, Nick, were fantastic with our Stella girl. We hired them to watch her during our wedding and also bring Stella over to the church so she could be included in portraits. They were so accommodating and good to her and us, and even provided regular updates and photos to let us know how Stella was doing. We were a little nervous about everything because Stella doesn't warm easily or quickly to strangers. But Christina and Nick did so great with her and Stella seemed very well taken care of. We already have friends asking for their info and would 100% use them again in the future.”
“Jennifer was great for Sophie’s first time staying over someone else’s home w/o us. She sent lots of pics & a video & kept us up on how things were going so we didn’t have to worry. She is definitely a dog lover & had a great fenced in yard for Sophie to run around.”
“Paola was an amazing sitter for my dog Billy! She constantly updated me with pictures and let me know how he was doing and he adjusted well for the 4 days he stayed with her. She gave him his daily medications and he was provided with space to walk around the house as well as a lovely backyard. I will definitely book with Paola again for my next trip out of town!”
“Tuukka had an unreal time with Kristie, Mark, and family. I felt so comfortable leaving Tuukka with them for our wedding/honeymoon that I was a little worried he wouldn’t want to come home with us!! Kristie and Mark really treated him as a part of their family, and I know, if I ever need someone to watch him again, I can trust Kristie and Mark to welcome him with open arms (and Tuukka to run right into them)!!! Thank you thank you thank you for all the photos and videos and always being available for more <3 We cannot thank you enough for taking the best care of our pup!!”
“I highly recommend Peiyi ( and Greg ) to take care of your precious pet. We had a wonderful experience. We just returned from a trip to Alaska and they took care of our pet Morkie. This is the first time a non-family member watched her, and they were very attentive and responsive to our communications while we were away for 10days. You can see that they care for the animals and enjoy having them. They sent pictures and videos every day so you can see your pet is doing well, and you have peace of mind while on vacation. We will definitely be using their services again.”
“Sujanna was great to Sidney and great to work with!! She sent multiple updates and pictures every day. I could tell that Sidney was happy and well cared for. I highly recommend Sujanna as a dog sitter and look forward to using her again.”
“Rhea and Michael have been amazing with our dog, Momo. They have taken care of him lovingly and were accommodating to our change in schedule. We really appreciate them so much and love to book with them.”
“She is OUTSTANDING and patient! Harley is quite energetic excited when meeting new people. Natalie made him feel so welcomed and loved! May I say that I would trust her with my child!”
“Laura was amazing. My puppy is anxious and takes a lot of time and patient and Laura did fantastic. I seriously couldn't ask for anyone better or understanding for my puppy than Laura.”
“Britany was awesome and made me feel completely at ease while I was out of the country. She sent daily pictures and updates of my pup and I could tell she was well taken care of. I highly recommend and I will definitely ask Britany to dogsit again the next time I’m out of town. Thank you Britany!”
“Of course! Here’s a polished 5-star review you can use: ⸻ 5 Stars – Amazing Experience with Pam! Pam took such wonderful care of our dog, Ernie, while we were away. From the moment we met her, we could tell she truly loves animals and treats them like family. She was incredibly attentive, communicative, and made sure Ernie felt comfortable, happy, and loved. We received regular updates and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind. When we returned, Ernie was relaxed, happy, and clearly had been well cared for. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. Thank you, Pam, for treating Ernie like one of your own! We can’t wait to book with you again.”
“My prior dogvacay sitter had moved so I was nervous about acclimating my dog to a new one, but Deborah was great in making me feel confident that my dog would do very well in her care. Her large yard is amazing and just perfect for my dog who loves to run and be outside a lot. I felt like she treated my dog as one of her own and I would definitely recommend her and use her again.”
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dana m.Star Sitter
“Dana and her family were the perfect match for our Luna! Our pup had all of the family members attending to her, from TV snuggles to fresh air hikes around the lake nearby... and with constant communication and photos from Dana during her stay. We love that Luna has another family to love her like we do while we are away! We will most definitely be calling Dana for our next trip!”
Christina N.
Star Sitter
“Christina and her husband, Nick, were fantastic with our Stella girl. We hired them to watch her during our wedding and also bring Stella over to the church so she could be included in portraits. They were so accommodating and good to her and us, and even provided regular updates and photos to let us know how Stella was doing. We were a little nervous about everything because Stella doesn't warm easily or quickly to strangers. But Christina and Nick did so great with her and Stella seemed very well taken care of. We already have friends asking for their info and would 100% use them again in the future.”
Jennifer C.Star Sitter
“Jennifer was great for Sophie’s first time staying over someone else’s home w/o us. She sent lots of pics & a video & kept us up on how things were going so we didn’t have to worry. She is definitely a dog lover & had a great fenced in yard for Sophie to run around.”
Paola H.
“Paola was an amazing sitter for my dog Billy! She constantly updated me with pictures and let me know how he was doing and he adjusted well for the 4 days he stayed with her. She gave him his daily medications and he was provided with space to walk around the house as well as a lovely backyard. I will definitely book with Paola again for my next trip out of town!”
Kristie, Mark & Katie B.Star Sitter
“Tuukka had an unreal time with Kristie, Mark, and family. I felt so comfortable leaving Tuukka with them for our wedding/honeymoon that I was a little worried he wouldn’t want to come home with us!! Kristie and Mark really treated him as a part of their family, and I know, if I ever need someone to watch him again, I can trust Kristie and Mark to welcome him with open arms (and Tuukka to run right into them)!!! Thank you thank you thank you for all the photos and videos and always being available for more <3 We cannot thank you enough for taking the best care of our pup!!”
Peiyi W.Star Sitter
“I highly recommend Peiyi ( and Greg ) to take care of your precious pet. We had a wonderful experience. We just returned from a trip to Alaska and they took care of our pet Morkie. This is the first time a non-family member watched her, and they were very attentive and responsive to our communications while we were away for 10days. You can see that they care for the animals and enjoy having them. They sent pictures and videos every day so you can see your pet is doing well, and you have peace of mind while on vacation. We will definitely be using their services again.”
Ksenia G.
“Ksenia took excellent care of our dog! We received lots of photos and videos and communication during the stay was great. We will definitely book again 😊”
Erica B.
“Such kind and wonderful people. This was our second time sending our dog to them, and we will definitely continue to go back. We are so thankful for their care.”
Sujanna K.
“Sujanna was great to Sidney and great to work with!! She sent multiple updates and pictures every day. I could tell that Sidney was happy and well cared for. I highly recommend Sujanna as a dog sitter and look forward to using her again.”
Rhea & Michael S.Star Sitter
“Rhea and Michael have been amazing with our dog, Momo. They have taken care of him lovingly and were accommodating to our change in schedule. We really appreciate them so much and love to book with them.”
Natalie O.
“She is OUTSTANDING and patient! Harley is quite energetic excited when meeting new people. Natalie made him feel so welcomed and loved! May I say that I would trust her with my child!”
Laura G.Star Sitter
“Laura was amazing. My puppy is anxious and takes a lot of time and patient and Laura did fantastic. I seriously couldn't ask for anyone better or understanding for my puppy than Laura.”
Britany M.
“Britany was awesome and made me feel completely at ease while I was out of the country. She sent daily pictures and updates of my pup and I could tell she was well taken care of. I highly recommend and I will definitely ask Britany to dogsit again the next time I’m out of town. Thank you Britany!”
Melissa N.
“Melissa sent pics and updates about Maya, which was great!”
Lauren B.
“Lauren was amazing! I would 10/10 recommend!! She was so accommodating and kind and also extremely flexible with me while I was working out my schedule Sasha loved her”
Marisol, John & Avi O.Star Sitter
“Marisol was great - smooth communication, easy dropoff and pickup. Fenced-in yard with pool was a hit with my pup who loves to swim. Recommend!”
Pam A.Star Sitter
“Of course! Here’s a polished 5-star review you can use: ⸻ 5 Stars – Amazing Experience with Pam! Pam took such wonderful care of our dog, Ernie, while we were away. From the moment we met her, we could tell she truly loves animals and treats them like family. She was incredibly attentive, communicative, and made sure Ernie felt comfortable, happy, and loved. We received regular updates and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind. When we returned, Ernie was relaxed, happy, and clearly had been well cared for. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. Thank you, Pam, for treating Ernie like one of your own! We can’t wait to book with you again.”
Lynn T.
“Lynn and her husband were great! We received daily updates and pictures. Scout was happy and well cared for. We definitely will use them again.”
Christine T.
“Well received by Christine and her pups. Bannie had a good time. Was not able to view videos because Rover didn’t accommodate. Would bring Bannie back in the future.”
Deborah M.
“My prior dogvacay sitter had moved so I was nervous about acclimating my dog to a new one, but Deborah was great in making me feel confident that my dog would do very well in her care. Her large yard is amazing and just perfect for my dog who loves to run and be outside a lot. I felt like she treated my dog as one of her own and I would definitely recommend her and use her again.”
Over 188 pet parents in Oakland have booked dog boarding
Oakland dog parents share their Rover experiences
We are so lucky to have found Bayan and her family to watch our sweet little Finnian. Everytime we send Finn to her we know he’s in good hands. She consistently updates us and we’re left at ease while away. The whole family keeps Finn active (and he has a lot of energy). We appreciate you so much Bayan!! Thank you for always caring for our baby.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Oakland is $60
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Sitters in Oakland average 6 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Oakland is $60 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $420. 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 $72 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 9,555 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, 89% of Oakland dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Oakland have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 9,555 dog boarding sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Oakland, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 92% offer medication administration, and 83% 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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