Dog Boarding in Rancho San Joaquin, Irvine, CA
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Top rated Rancho San Joaquin dog boarders
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Laura outdoes herself when caring for our pups! We have been avid rover users for years but she really takes the medal for spoiling them with such love! Between all the updates, adventures they go on, and souvenirs, they really are getting the most luxurious getaway! Thank you so much Laura!! Such an amazing find for us.”
“Igor and his wife were absolutely fantastic in caring for our two Siberian Huskies. This was our second time leaving our dogs with them, and once again, they went above and beyond. We couldn’t ask for more attentive, reliable, and loving caregivers. There’s truly no one we trust more with our dogs than Igor!”
“Bennie and Jennie have been absolutely wonderful w my two kitties and I will definitely be booking with them for my next vacation! From the moment we started texting, they have been so responsive and comforting. I ended up needing to change my stay and they went above and beyond to help reschedule the reservation. FIVE BIG STARS! These are true animal people!! 🤗”
“Bridget was absolutely incredible with our boy! She and her family were so kind and caring, and updated us with lots of photos and videos. Our dog unexpectedly fell sick, and she not only immediately notified us, but took him to the emergency vet within minutes. She felt comfortable caring for him at home and he recovered well with her. Our dog became part of the family with her, and we would not hesitate to ask Bridget to watch him again in the future. She is an absolute gem!”
“What an excellent sitter! We brought our two small dogs, Fish and Buddy, to stay with Lisa at the 11th hour when another booking fell through. Not only was she a great communicator before our visit, but she also set up an informative meet-and-greet to ensure she had contact with our dogs before boarding them and to hear our notes directly. During the dogs’ stay, Lisa sent us cute (and reassuring) photos of the pups and messages letting us know they were doing just fine. When we arrived home and picked them up, Fish and Buddy were happy little dudes. If you’re looking for a new sitter, don’t wait—book Lisa today!”
“Charlene is really sweet and patient! My dog had a blast at her place, he has been exhausted for a whole day after I picked him up lol. Will definitely see Charlene again🥰🥰”
“What an amazing first experience with Rover! Ines was just what we were looking for in a dog sitter. Lots of pictures and updates of our little pup. I appreciated the time and effort of Ines and will most definitely book with her again! Your dog will be in the best hands! I”
“Here's a possible review you can use: I had a fantastic experience with Xiaoyu! She has great communication and is incredibly kind. My dog absolutely loved her and didn’t even want to come home with me at the end of the stay, which says a lot! I felt very comfortable knowing my dog was in good hands. I will definitely be booking with her again!”
“Leaving our 8 month old frenchie with Doug was so helpful. It was comforting to receive some photos and videos while we were away. We would definitely book with Doug again!”
“Avancon is verry patients..first time we leave our dogs with stranger so we were verry nervous but he sent pix and text us every day.1 of our dog got sick and he took him to our doc .I would recommend him highly. The price is reasonable also.”
“She’s the best caring option you could ever find in whole irvine area to take good care of your fluffy baby. She’s responsible, responsive, clean, kind and flexible and very friendly. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”
“Croissant was really happy staying with Sungjin! He was prompt with replies and active in updating us with her walks and how she’s been doing, so we feel really at ease leaving our babygirl with Sungjin. Thank you so much for your love in taking care of her!”
“2nd stay for the pup w/ Allison, and it was even better than the last! She sent consistent photos & updates - we were surprised (& happy) to hear that Zen also got along w/ her cat, Kenya! ☺️ Allison will definitely be a go-to sitter in the future!”
“Super friendly & constantly provided pictures + videos. My pup is extremely energetic and anxious, Kelli definitely made him feel at ease on his first time away. Would highly recommend her to anyone!”
“Tamie is amazing and all around animal lover. I had to meet up with her the first nightly at night due to my work schedule, and I was worried my dog would start barking because he is pretty shy around new people, but the second he met Tammy he starts wagging his tail, and loved her immediately. She sent me constant updates, so I was completely reassured. The whole time that my dog was happy and healthy. She took him on plenty of walks and the community she lives in is perfect for dogs. I will definitely use her in the future when we go out of town again, overall 11 out of 10 she was a great pet sitter and wonderful person. 🐶💕”
“Monica absolutely wonderful! She took such great care of Charlie while I was away, and I always felt at ease knowing he was in good hands. She’s incredibly reliable, caring, and attentive. One of my favorite things is how she always sends photos and updates, which really makes me feel connected and reassured while I’m away. I came home to a happy, relaxed pup and couldn’t be more grateful. Highly recommend!”
About: I had one Abyssinian and Ragdoll cat before, so I know how to take care of those cats. I will do everything that makes the cat comfortable and happy. I am available everyday after 3 pm. I can make special schedule based on your needs. I am flexible during weekends as well. Thank you I have everything needed to provide a safe and cozy environment for cats. I have things like cat litter, brushes, wet foods, cat toys, and air filters.
“Twinkle was awesome! So communicative and thoughtful. She took great care of Betsy and picked up on her quirks very quickly! Wouldn’t hesitate to book her again in the future.”
“Penny and Winston were in such good hands with Patricia. She has great attention to detail and is very accommodating and knowledgable. Winston especially requires many medications due to health issues and Patricia was extremely attentive to his needs. I highly recommend.”
Over 325 pet parents in Rancho San Joaquin have booked dog boarding
Rancho San Joaquin dog parents share their Rover experiences
Doug and his girlfriend took wonderful care of our Max who is a rescue pup that has some anxiety and abandonment issues, but Doug kept us informed with picture updates so we knew Max was getting plenty of attention and nice walks to keep him happy and preoccupied in our absence. I highly recommend Doug to take care of your fur baby.
This is my first time using Rover and I am already in love with it because of Hong! Her and her family really took good care of my dog he even still misses them! They are very responsive, keep you updated with a lot of pictures and videos. They really listen to what you want and don’t want to do with the dog! And most importantly, they take a lot of professional and cute pictures of your dog! I will definitely rebook with them in the future! ❤️
Jax absolutely loved his stay with Laura! He felt right at home with her and you could tell she gave him the same love as her own dogs. This is miles ahead of his typical boarding experience. He had access to plenty of activities and space where he could be himself and have fun. Laura was very responsive and kept us in the loop during his stay with plenty of photos and videos. I would highly recommend, there could not have been a better first time Rover experience for us!
We are so happy we found Igor to take care of our baby Mae! Mae had a wonderful time staying with Igor and his family. We received tons of photos and videos on daily basis, and Mae got to walk in the very peaceful surrounding parks and trails a lot, which she loves. Mae also came home super clean, we truly appreciate that! Thank you Igor and Mae will definitely come back every time we go out of town!
Can't imagine a better fit for Archie to stay with than Amanda. As a puppy, he is still working on potty training and training in general - but she was patient and went above and beyond to keep him exercised and feeling loved. Archie came home, happy, healthy, and freshly bathed. She took great care of him and sent lots of pictures along the way :)
Meagan and Jason watched our senior dog for the third time, while we were away on an extended vacation. They took such great care of Bandit, and we appreciated the care and consideration during his stay—things like asking for advice to make his daily walks more successful, making sure he was dressed and dry from the rain, putting padding down on the floor to make it easier on his joints, and keeping him entertained with treat puzzles. Bandit has really warmed up to Meagan and Jason and we can tell he loves staying with them. We would absolutely recommend Meagan to anyone looking for a sitter!
This place took such wonderful care of my dog. From start to finish, the care and attention my dog received was amazing. They made sure my dog had plenty of playtime, went on multiple walks every day, and were never left bored or ignored. What really set them apart was the communication — I received daily pictures and videos, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. It was clear my dog was happy, relaxed, and genuinely loved being there. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a safe, fun, and loving place for their dog.
Kelli was an amazing dog sitter for our dog Russ! He’s typically a very anxious dog with new people but Kelli made him feel right at home and he definitely missed her when we picked him up! She also sent many photos to keep us updated, we’ll definitely be using her again in the future 😊
Jenny was fantastic with taking care of our baby boy for a whole week! She sent us daily updates with photos of their walks and my boy looked like he was getting prime snuggle time and comfort while we were away. Her consistent communication and photos made me feel much more at ease since this was the first time our pup Dima was babysat outside of our home, and we 100% would trust her to care for him again!
Carmen was absolutely wonderful with my dog, Marshall. From the moment they met, it was clear she truly cares about animals and treats them like her own. She was attentive, patient, and made sure Marshall was comfortable, happy, and well cared for the entire time. I really appreciated her communication and the updates she provided—it gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. Marshall came back relaxed and content, which says everything about the quality of care he received. I wouldn’t hesitate to book Carmen again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, loving dog sitter. 🐾
Kalvin was fantastic with our Poppy! He sent lots of photos during her stay, gave her extra walks when needed, and clearly made her feel comfortable. His partner also helped with care, which we really appreciated. Poppy had no accidents and came home happy. We’ll definitely book with Kalvin again - highly recommend!
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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Rancho San Joaquin.
Rover makes it easy to find Rancho San Joaquin 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
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