Dog Boarding in River Gardens, Sacramento, CA
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Grisel was great! We got pics of every mea/walk/ play time and our dog seemed to love every minute of it! We’ll definitely be booking with Grisel again. Thank you!!”

“Charlie has never stayed at a rover house before and he is 10 years old and very high maintenance. He had the best time at Achara’s house and we are so grateful to have found a place for him to stay. Her dogs are very friendly and gave Charlie his space to feel comfortable. He will definitely be back!”

“Danielle was so good with my baby and VERY patient. She has lots of her own babies to play with which was nice as well. She was very communicative and I felt comfortable with all of her updates. I would definitely use her again!”

“Our pet care fell through and Matt was able to accommodate a request for watching my 15 yr old dog. Matt was able took great care her and handled the special kidney diet and daily meds. She looked like she had a good time with lots of walks. Matt sent updates and pictures throughout. Much appreciated and would definitely book again.”

“Monica is so patient and gentle! My dog has difficulty trusting new people and she really took the time to get to know him. She listened to all of the information about him and acted in ways that calmed him down and made him feel secure. I feel very safe leaving my dog with her!”

“Ali had a blast with Roy! Roy allowed a meet and greet before Ali’s first stay, which helps us feel comfortable. Ali can get nervous in new places, and Roy when above and beyond to ensure she was comfortable. Roy sent daily updates and photos. Now that we are home our girl is fast asleep because she is tuckered out. We have already booked with Roy again!”

“Thank you so much for such wonderful care for our Miss Appa! It was so nice to relax at our out-of-town event and see the pics/videos of her getting walks and play times. And that was so nice of you to sleep down on the couch with her. She is a lucky dog!”

“Martha made my dog feel super comfortable and at home. She also provided me with daily updates while I was out of the country, multiple times a day. I was very pleased and comfortable that my dog was in her care. Will definitely reach out to her the next time I go on vacation. She is the best sitter my dog has ever had!”

“Reginay was amazing in taking care of my 2 year old energetic dog Canelo. He immediately felt comfortable with her and in her home. She sent pictures regularly that reassured me that he was well taken care of and happy. I’ll definitely be booking Reginay going forward. Canelo loves her!”


“Thank you Demi! She was so flexible when our recent travel plans got complicated. We are so grateful! Demi kept me updated on Khrush’s stay. I’m so grateful to have found a Rover that is so communicative and attentive to our sweet boy. ❤️”

“Ruby enjoyed her time at Michael’s. Even with it being a wet weekend, Ruby had a lot of time to get fresh air, go in daily walks, and play outside. He updated us often with photos. She didn’t look distressed and was clean when picking her up. We will likely use Michael again.”

“Ranger had a phenomenal time staying with Davis and Tina! They provided us with updates and gave us so much peace of mind that our boy was in excellent hands! Ranger had the best time during his visit and I highly recommend Davis and Tina for when you need an excellent pet sitter - they went above and beyond! 🙌🏼”

“Took good care of our pup boarded in her home while we were traveling! There were several kids, at least 2 other dogs & 1 cat there while Maverick was boarding & he seemed to enjoy all their company. Would book with Samea again! Thank you!”

About: I have recently started sitting for a family friends dogs. I am very reliable with walking, feeding and naturing. I have worked with senior dogs as well. I currently work from home so I have more time to take care of pets. With free time during the weekends as well. I would be able to take the animals out 2-3 time during the week on breaks. I care for pets as if they were my own—providing love, attention, and a safe environment tailored to their needs. Whether in my home or yours, I follow all routines, feeding schedules, and exercise requirements to ensure your pet feels comfortable, happy, and well cared for.
“Patty was amazing! It was my first time leaving my dog overnight and Patty made me feel so comfortable with lots of updates and photos. Penelope absolutely loved her, and I’ll definitely book again!”

“Julie was amazing! From the very first contact she asked if I was interested in a meet & greet. This is the first time someone on Rover has asked me that. From my visit and conversation, I know that Julie would take great care of my pups. This was the first time I left Benji with someone else so I was extremely nervous. Every day Julie sent an update along with pictures. My pups looked extremely happy and cared for when I picked them up. I will definitely be rebooking. Thank you again!”


“Teddy and Gus just loved Nicola. He was so great with the 2 boys. He sent me updates and photos which was comforting. He was a life saver for me as i was in desperate need of a sitter last minute. I highly recommend him and would definitely be taking my babies back to him. They had a blast. Thank you again so much for caring and for being so kind and thoughful to my fur babies.”

“I wanted to send a big thank you to you for watching Moose. I am often hesitant about leaving him with someone else, but I truly feel I left him with the right person. I really appreciate how responsive, sweet, and respectful you were throughout the stay. Your knowledge about dogs is clear, and it was wonderful that you could take him on walks and spend time with him while working from home and sending daily updates. I would definitely like to book with you again for my next trip. You are a 10/10 for me :) Thanks again!”

River Gardens dog parents share their Rover experiences
I’m amazed at what a wonderful experience this was for me and my dog! I don’t really like letting anyone have my dog, but I trusted Chelsi instantly. She knows how to handle dogs, large dogs, very well. She is very sweet, my dog loved her instantly and I knew he was safe the whole time with continuous updates. Thank you Chelsi for loving my dog as I would.

Danielle was amazing with my dog Omen. Consistent communication throughout his 3 day stay and quick response times. Omen enjoyed being with her dogs and ate quite a lot during his stay with her which means he was probably pretty comfortable as he usually never has an appetite when he’s staying with other people. I definitely recommend booking your babies with Danielle. :)

Davis is fantastic. I’m a repeat client and always book with confidence. Kobe gets plenty of walks, regular updates, and great care throughout the stay. Communication is solid, and Davis is flexible with both drop-off and pick-up times, which makes traveling much easier. I always know Kobe is in good hands when I’m on vacation. Highly recommend.

Shera is THE BEST! This is the first time I left my two dogs at someone’s house while away and Shera made sure the dogs felt comfortable and gave me frequent updates. I would recommend Shera to anyone, and particularly to anyone who has a reactive dog- her knowledge of animal behavior calmed any fears I had going into the stay. I will 1000% book again and recommend her to anyone who needs a petsitter!

Sheng was absolutely wonderful. The entire process was smooth, and she was flexible, respectful, and genuinely kind. I trusted her completely with Chaco. After a few difficult experiences with sitters on Rover, I was hesitant to use the app again but Sheng immediately put me at ease. I’m truly grateful for her care and would happily book with her again.

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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 River Gardens.
Rover makes it easy to find River Gardens 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
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.
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