Dog Boarding Palm Desert
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“Brandon was very nice & so accommodating in receiving Khaleesi & Khaldrogo; After last minute arrangement with him. They were there for less than a day & Brandon was a life saver as I cant have fur babies in the resort. He was the most reasonable rate as well for 2 of my pets. He shared that he provided beds & toys for my pets. He even added chicken to the doggie food when my picky doggies won’t eat. I would use Brandon again as my pet sitter. Thank you Brandon.”
“Helen was so loving and attentive to all Chewy's quirkiness. I felt so confident leaving him for an overnight stay. You can just sense the dog lover within her the first time you meet her. I will definitely call on her for both both short and longer stays.”
“Absolutely the best. I have a difficult dog, and Candace was extremely confident and loving with her. I have full peace of mind when she's watching my dog. Thank you Candace!”
“This was my first time using a sitter and I couldn’t be more pleased with Joan and her husband. They took such good care of my dog for two weeks and she was very happy staying with them. They took her on walks, gave her such loving care. I will definitely use them again.”
“Tetyana took excellent care of our two dogs. They enjoyed both outdoor and indoor activities and we received lots of pictures during their stay. One of our dogs requires medication and Tetyana happily provided that service daily. Our dogs came home happy, healthy and tired!!”
“Don was very accommodating and great at communicating! He took time to make sure our pup felt safe and comfortable for her 1st stay! Don sent us many photos and videos to keep us updated!”
“Erin and Alex were amazing sitters for my pup, Phoebe. She can get a bit anxious but she immediately warmed up to both of them. Erin kept me updated throughout the stay with photos and texts. She was extremely professional, caring, and took extra special care of my girl. Phoebe was right at home when I arrived to pick her up and I could tell she had been well cared for.”
“We had such an amazing experience with Joy and her husband Luis! They took wonderful care of Bodhi over the weekend. They were incredibly sweet and attentive, making sure he felt comfortable and loved. I really appreciated the consistent updates, messages, and adorable pictures throughout the weekend—it gave me such peace of mind! We will definitely book with them again.”
“kevin was very attentive and wanted to make sure he kept our pups’ routine the same. he was patient with our nervous pup. his pups were excellent with our dogs too. he is very responsive. would book with kevin again!”
“Sheldon was amazing! She took great care of my puppy and sent me updates throughout her whole stay. My pup had such a great time, she slept for days! I will definitely book again”
“Dolores was fantastic! Will definitely rebook with her when in I’m back in the area. She was extremely caring and attentive to my dog with some special needs and various medications. She was very communicative, sharing pics and videos as well as flexible several schedule changes.”
“This was Poppy's second stay with Mara and once again we were super happy! Mara reached out to me the day before the stay to confirm Poppy's drop-off time and was super warm and kind when we arrived at her place. She kept me updated throughout the day, and told me that Poppy is making great progress in opening up and starting to trust Mara. Poppy jumped up on the couch when I arrived to pick her up which tells me someone is getting comfy 🥰 Thank you so much for another great stay, Mara!”
“The perfect host for our labradoodles first time away from home Ana was incredibly loving kind responsive , sent pictures was so accommodating we will use her again if ever in the area ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Michael was really easy to work with. Quick to reply. Clear directions. Nice guy. He sent pics a few times and walked the dogs a couple of times per day. Mine was zonked out all night.”
About: I've been a dog sitter for almost five years , have experience in making your dog feel at home and not stressed out. Your dog will want to come back, and my home will be their second home. I telework , and and home most of the time. I live in the second largest city in the county with lots of dog parks. My home is perfect for dogs, I do not have carpet so if your dog has an accident I can clean it up very easily. Also your dog is welcomed to sit on any part of my home, unless instructed by owner otherwise.
“Awesome with my older Great Dane! He loves going here. Megan is so sweet to try and comfort him when he gets anxious being away from mom & dad. We’ve used her a few times already and have another trip planned next month. We feel Cooper’s in excellent hands with Megan!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Palm Desert is $63
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Palm Desert
Sierra was wonderful to us and to my baby boy. We booked a last minute trip out of town and she accepted a next day request! Amazing! THEN, she saved me when our AC went out in our home upon our return from vacation and kept my Moose one more night so that he didn’t have to come back to a HOT house. THANK YOU SIERRA!!! Thank you for loving on our boy for a few days!
Helen watched our 15-month-old toy doodle, Leo, for two nights. We could not have asked for a better experience or sitter. She instantly made Leo feel comfortable, which was clear from her consistent messages and pictures that perfectly captured our baby. We will absolutely have Helen watch Leo again if we’re ever in need of a Rover sitter in the Palm Springs area!
Brandon provided a wonderful experience! He was incredibly communicative, flexible, and so easy to work with. My dog was happy, healthy, and clearly well exercised when I got back. I really appreciated how attentive and reliable he was throughout. Not to mention, he took some incredible photographs of my dog! You get a photo shoot and an incredible dog walker all in one… That’s a win! I would absolutely book with him again and highly recommend!
Valiantsina and her son did a great job caring for my baby boy and kept him active and entertained inside while it was extremely hot out and walks had to be short. She was very quick to respond and sent pictures and videos while I was away, which made my work trip much less stressful knowing he was in good hands! I would definitely rebook with her!!
Jennifer took great care of my baby girl 🐶 (PomChi) while I was away for a few days for work. I got regular pictures and updates that let me know my baby was doing well. Will definitely be rebooking as my dog clearly enjoyed herself during her stay— Jennifer has a clean safe home and lovely dog Stella and I think my little girl made a friend! She was exhausted when we got home so I know she had a good time!
Angie and Mike were great with our dog Blue. They gave her so much love and care and we were totally comfortable leaving her with them. They were accomodating to our schedule and were super easy to work with. We would not hesitate to ask them to watch Blue again in the future. Highly recommended.
Penelopi had a wonderful stay with Brent. He was so good with her & assured us in every way we had nothing to worry about. He was very good with her medication routine also & being that she's elderly, he spoke loud for her & treated her like family. He sent us photos & updated us throughout her stay * for that, we were very appreciative. His yard area was a perfect place for her to run around & his home was set up very comfortable. Her bed even had a beautiful view.
Tanya was an excellent choice for our 2 pups. They boarded at her home for 11 nights. She sent awesome pictures frequently. They settled in quickly and were super calm when we picked them up. We highly recommend Tanya and will use her services again when we return to the area next year.
Chyna is amazing!!! I can't say enough good things about her! This review is after the second time she watched our frenchie Remy. (Tried to leave one the first time but it was our first time using rover and got confused). We were thrilled after our first experience with Chyna and we were so excited she was available to watch Remy again. I would recommend Chyna to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and communicative sitter! She went above and beyond making sure Remy was taken care of as he normally is at home and made us feel so comfortable!! Lots of updates and photos :) We were able to enjoy a long wedding weekend without worrying how he was doing. It is such a relief to find someone you trust with your pup, we will book with her anytime when we are in the area! She is exactly what you would hope for and we can't thank her enough!!
Our little Oliver is a picky little guy and doesn’t like staying with just anyone. He loves staying with Rui though! Rui always takes such good care of Oliver and his updates and videos show us how well Oliver is doing. We wouldn’t Choose anyone but Rui-he’s really the best!
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Palm Desert is $67 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $43 and $90 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 355 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Palm Desert. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
94% of sitters in Palm Desert can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Palm Desert home-away-from-home, 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 Palm Desert.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Palm Desert 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 , 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 .
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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