Dog Boarding Riverside
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“Hana was a great doggie Mamma when we were away for a week. The dogs looked happy and in spite of very hot weather they got in their exercise and usual stimulation and cuddles. Thank you Hana!!!”
“Megan is very personable. From the time I did the meet and greet with my lil 16 year old pup, she was friendly and my dog liked her. Once I saw my dog was comfortable around her and her 2 dogs, I was assured I found a great dog sitter. She gave my lil pup his morning meds. I would highly recommend Megan.”
“We left our dog for a week with Nutan and she had the best time ever! We got plenty of pictures, and we knew how well she was taken care of. We will gladly leave our pup here anytime we have to go out of town:)”
“Kristina was great. Daily walks and various other activities for my pup, plus loads of updates and photos to give you peace of mind. Would 100% get her again to take care of my furbaby!”
“Kathy was amazing! She gave us a tour of her home to make sure we were comfortable leaving Gussy there. She was the kindest as well as her husband. Definitely recommend”
“Emily and Sam took such great care of our dog Kevin. This was the first time we left him with a dog sitter and we were very happy with Emily and Sam. We received daily texts and pictures of his stay at their house. He enjoyed his stay! I will use their service again.”
“Very responsive and friendly. The home was clean and well secured. I was provided updates and pictures multiple times a day. Highly recommended. Thanks”
“My dogs did very well with Jeanne for their first overnight visit. I thank her for here calm, accommodating personality with them both and they seemed to have enjoyed their visit too! She lives in a quiet, green neighborhood so they enjoyed their walks and probably enjoyed being outside at the pool as well!”
About: Hi! My name is Sherleen and I love dogs and have always grown up with them. I had a childhood chihuahua that I took care of for over 15 years. I now have a malte poo and a pug that I’ve been raising for over 11 years since before they could be weaned from their mom. You can imagine the nights waking up to feed them like human babies! I’ve picked up doggie accidents that seemed like natural disasters and have groomed and bathed my dogs since having them. I’ve cared for dogs from shelters who have trust issues around humans, dogs with behavioral issues and health issues. This includes giving them routine medication around the clock, dedicating time to gaining trust, or as simple as them needing help cleaning themselves after using the restroom. I own 2 Brachycephalic dogs so I also understand the attention those breeds require. Personally, my pug is allergic to fleas and ticks so my house and yard are flea and tick free for her safety! I am a college student who’s doing classes online this summer and can 100% dedicate attention and care. Dogs are our babies and deserve nothing less! I currently work with students as an orchestra tutor and a coach working with students ranging of ages. I work around schedules for students and I can do the same for people needing pet sitting! As a school district worker I am required to do background checks and fingerprints to be a teacher, I understand having a stranger take care of your dog can be stressful but with this knowledge I hope I can ease some of your minds. As a dog owner it’s only essential to give your dog attention, interaction and above all, patience. Dogs like playing, walking or just chilling with their owners and those things vary between dogs! Some have way more energy than other dogs and it’s important to know what they need especially since they can’t talk for themselves. In my household I have a yard that my dogs stay outside for the majority of the day. When bringing in new dogs, I will keep your dog/s indoors and take care of their needs at all times with me so in the case they’re not used to other pups I have a barrier.
“Immediately felt comfortable leaving him with him I wasn’t sure how my dog would behave but I imagine my dog felt comfortable as I’ve never had him watched over but he behaved well assuming because he felt comfortable and with good vibes I would definitely leave him with him again he took care of him well and provided many updates photos and videos included if your looking for someone dependable and well versed with caring for pets you can’t go wrong with him 10/10 would recommend again”
“AMAZING! Our dog returned to us worn out from all the playing. Naydamar sent photos and videos everyday our pup was with her! She even sent her home to us with new toys! 10/10 can’t recommend enough!”
About: Since I was 16, I’ve lovingly cared for dogs and cats of all kinds for friends, family, and neighbors! 🐶🐱 To me, animals are more than just pets—they are cherished family members. I promise to give your precious fur babies a fun, cozy staycation while you are away on your vacation! Your pets will never be left alone, I’m home all day & have all the time to spend time with them, & be able to feed, play & walk with them. I’ll be able to have the time to send multiple photos, & videos throughout the stay. I’ll be able to mirror their exact feeding, sleeping, and potty schedules to minimize stress. Your pets will have access to my living room, and bedroom, which they can be on my furniture, I don’t mind. Where I live, also has a park I can walk them daily for them & I can be active. Because I am at home all day, your pets will receive constant supervision, plenty of potty breaks, and interactive playtime. If they were to spend the night with me, they’d sleep in the bedroom so I can ensure that if needed I can take them out to potty, & give them reinsurance that they feel comfortable & loved.
“Absolutely ideal. I think my dogs enjoyed their night away from home as much as we enjoyed our get-away. Parnian sent so many pictures of our dogs lounging, eating and playing. I feel like she loved them like her own dogs. I hope they get the chance to stay with her again. Highly recommend!”
“We had a great experience with Marissa as Jynx’s dog sitter over the holiday. She communicated with us and made sure we knew how Jynx was doing. Jynx can be sensitive to loud noises, and Marissa was incredibly attentive and comforting when Jynx was scared. The pictures she sent of Jynx enjoying herself were such a thoughtful touch and reassured us that she was happy and well cared for. We would happily book Marissa again and highly recommend her.”
“Nancy is the best sitter we've ever hired. She takes great care of our dogs, Koda and Goldie. Nancy gave Goldie her medication and fed her a special diet. Koda usually has sepreation anxiety but he seemed to enjoy having a lot of space to run and play freely. We enjoyed the many pictures sent to us every day that showed them playing in the backyard or laying on the couch with Nancy. Nancy spoiled us and our dogs with care. We can never use a different dog sitter again. Before Nancy, my wife and I worried about leaving our fur babies with someone else but since we met Nancy, we worry our dogs won't want to come home and would rather stay with Nancy forever. Best part of our return is when we see the dogs and they are clean from a complementary bath that was a complete surprise. Nancy genuinely cares about us and our dogs and I can't recommend her enough.”
About: Pet care is not just a job for me but a full time career. I have completed pet care coursework; a history caring for those with special needs, internal connections with PetSmart Inc professionals, and daily care for my beloved 5 dogs & 5 cats. I’m currently available weekdays and weekends willing to accommodate client’s busy schedules. I have graduated from school and ready to work full time caring for domesticated animal breeds. I have a very clean and spacious suburban home with one small indoor cat and one small dog. No children. Smoke free. Outdoor security camera present. *** I am very comfortable working in all types of client environments.
“Couldn't have asked for a better sitter to take care of my furr baby! Dorcas is so sweet & patient. Did not hesitate to care for my female husky considering that my dog needs to be given medication twice a day. She would send updates on the daily with pictures & my furr baby looked so happy. Definitely a huge relief that she was in good hands. Will forever book Dorcas as long as I need to. (:”
“Rosalyn is awesome! She is always available, whether it's just a day or 2 weeks vacation, or holidays, or a last-minute notice for daycare. Most importantly, Tommy loves her and loves to go to her house! I enjoyed seeing the cute pictures and funny videos she sent, seeing my baby happy with other dogs either at the house or on a walk. She's also very flexible on her schedule, helping me to pick up and drop off Tommy whenever I need. Her house is a doggy wonderland, very spacious and super clean! It feels good that you have a sitter you can trust when you are away from your fur baby. I know she will treat my baby like her own. Thank you, Rosalyn!”
“I was really nervous about leaving my dog for boarding, but April made the whole experience so much easier. From the start, she was warm, professional, and clearly loves animals. She even sent me a video while I was away, which helped ease my mind and showed me how happy and well-cared-for my dog was. I truly appreciated the communication and care she provided. I highly recommend April and will definitely be using her services again!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Riverside is $55
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Riverside
Megan was stuck in traffic during drop-off, but her son was nice and accommodating and took great care of Hunter until Megan returned. Hunter came back healthy and spending some time with other dogs was definitely good for her. We'd definitely consider using Megan in the future if we need to board Hunter again.
Elizabeth is an actual saint. She survived 4 nights with our two chaotic house hippos and somehow still liked them by the end! Her photo and text updates were so consistent, it felt like my dogs got their own reality show while we were away. Book her immediately—unless I beat you to it. 6/5 stars.
This is Chewies second time with Afton. We love her. She is just awesome and Chewy feels very comfortable and secure. We are very happy with Afton and will continue to ask specifically for her. We feel Chewy is in a happy, safe, loving place. As long as Afton is available, Chewy will have a great place to stay. Thanks Afton. You make it easy to take a vacation and not feel overwhelmed with concern about our precious Chewy.
America replied quickly and accepted my request on a very short notice. I feel like she followed through on all expectations, like giving Skippy his food and water, taking him for mini walks, and providing my little dog companionship. America even let me know my Skippy was feeling sad when I left, but better the following day. Pictures too. Will use her again.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Riverside on Rover is $44.4 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 2,857 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Riverside. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
96% of Riverside sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which Riverside landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.
If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Riverside home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Riverside.
Tip: 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 Riverside 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 Rover Guarantee , 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
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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