Dog Boarding San Carlos
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“Roo is so happy when she stays with Mario. He takes excellent care of her. This past stay she went to him with a bit of an injury. He took special care to make sure she didn't get hurt further and so that she would rest up an heal. Mario is the best! We will be back again.”
“I can’t say enough great things about Jas! He was able to care for our dog Murphy last minute. He was very responsive, sent updates and pictures throughout our whole trip. The pictures of Murphy showed how relaxed and happy he was! Pretty sure Murph came back smelling better 😆 We will definitely be using Jas again.”
“I’m going on vacation in May so did an overnight test with Karla to see how the pups handled. Surprisingly I had separation anxiety but Karla was perfect. She sent me updates and photos. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and I can go on vacation with peace of mind. Thank you Karla!!!”
“Anna is incredible. As a helicopter mom myself, I really appreciate and feel extremely lucky to have found Anna. She is very responsive, sent pics and updates about Oliver during his half day trial and his sleepover this weekend. She is flexible with time and a really nice person. We look forward to have Oliver’s next stay with Anna, we know he will be in very good hands ❤️🥰”
“Andy and his family took really good care of our dog. He sent us photos throughout the stay and even took our dog to relax outside at a coffee shop. I highly recommend Andy as a sitter.”
About: I currently am a dog mom to a 12-year-old toy poodle, Pingu. He's very energetic and I would love to have him make more furry friends. Dogs must all be updated with their rabies and flea medications. I will not accept more than 3 dogs each time (with an exception for dogs from the same household) to make sure each dog will be getting the care and attention they deserve. I take the dogs out at least 3 times a day. Morning, Late Afternoon, Before bed. Feel free to ask me any questions. I am looking forward to meet your pups :) I work from home and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future, so I will have lots of time to spend with your fur baby. Your fur baby will be able to roam around and play as they please in the yard. I live in a single family house with a side yard where my dog often plays. My neighborhood is a dog loving community so your fur baby will have the opportunity to meet other dogs as well. I stay home most of the time and I make sure your dog will be on leash whenever we leave the house.
“Marivel did an amazing job watching my pup Koda! She sent loads of photos and videos and took the pups out for lots of walks and they got lots of socialization all day long. Thank you for take great care of Koda!”
“Evie watched our dog Willow for a little over a week while we were on vacation. From the regular updates we got, I can tell that she was giving so much care and attention to Willow, and that Willow loved hanging out with her as well! We really appreciate the peace of mind especially as this is the longest we’ve left our dog with a sitter on rover. We would definitely use her services again.”
“I would definitely have Lihuan take care of my shiba again next time! She took great care of her, consistently provided updates throughout the day and everyday! I felt at ease and grateful!”
“It was Miley’s first time with a new sitter for some time now so we were very nervous. Micaela and her family were very sweet and welcoming. Miley received wonderful care and I received lots of pics and updates. Thank you so much! I’m sure Miley will be back to visit again soon. ?”
“My pup spent a few days with Kelly, and came back happy and healthy. Kelly was very responsive in her communication with me and sent a couple updates during his stay. Good job!”
“Tracy and her husband were great with my dog and she seemed super happy when I picked her up. I also appreciated all the pictures I got of her, I was able to enjoy my vacation and not be worried about her.”
“Rocco loved staying with Kitty and Vivian! They sent us photo updates each day which made us very happy ! Thank you both so much! He was a happy boy when picked up! :) ”
“Christopher is one of those incredible sitters that makes you reassured that your pups are enjoying themselves as much as you are during your vacation. Toko and Arya recently spent 8 days with him while we were out of town and then dealing with urgent matters that meant we couldn’t bring them home as soon as we were back. Christopher was flexible and communicative through the whole process and sent me detailed updates of how the pups were doing. We loved seeing his daily photos of Toko and Arya – they clearly enjoyed their stay! They went on daily walks together and even relaxed enough to play together, which was a joy to see. I appreciate all the care Christopher put in to making sure these anxious pups were well-fed, happy, and tired out!”
“Kuma enjoyed her long term stay with Jie. Thank you for always being so caring and loving with Kuma❤️ I also appreciated the updates that helped ease my anxieties of being away from my baby!”
“This was the first time we booked with Nina and Leo and we were very happy! Leo sent many photos of our pups each day of our trip, along with updates on how they were adjusting to their new surroundings and how they were eating. We were very pleased with the communication and felt our pets were in good hands and well-loved while we were out of town. I would definitely recommend and would book again. Thanks Nina and Leo!”
“Ming-Ching took great care of our energetic pup Brodie! She was thoughtful about our meet-and-greet to make sure the intro with Koko went smoothly, and I loved all the pictures and updates she sent during Brodie’s stay. She clearly gave Brodie lots of attention and love! Brodie will be happy to stay with Ming-Ching and Koko again.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in San Carlos is $75
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - San Carlos
I am very thankful for Yang who took excellent care of Howie! She is very detail oriented and went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable. I could quickly tell from the photos that he was having a great time. She was patient as he adjusted to his new space and in no time, it was like Howie was on a vacation of this own ! I would definitely recommend Yang to others. We plan to use Yang again in the future.
I had a great experience with this sitter! She was very understanding and flexible when I accidentally booked the wrong dates and quickly adjusted her schedule so I could bring my dog a day earlier. My dog is usually shy and takes time to warm up, so I was really happy to see how comfortable and happy he was when I picked him up. It gave me great peace of mind knowing he was in good hands. Thank you so much for being so kind, flexible, and taking such great care of my dog!
Na has been Ada’s regular sitter for years, and we are fortunate to have found her. Ada always comes home happy and healthy. During his stays, Na sends numerous pictures and videos, so we know Ada is doing well. Na always goes above and beyond. Recently, Na helped us in a last minute, urgent booking and pickup Ada when we couldn’t. I would recommend Na to anyone.
Can’t recommend Karla enough! I’d booked another sitter who was a no-show at 5am.. right before I had to catch a flight. Karla agreed to watch Stella by 6am and took wonderful care of her! I couldn’t have asked for more in such a stressful situation. She was reliable, communicative, and made sure Stella felt right at home 🐶
AJ & Anita are our go-to and we can’t recommend them enough. The best part is watching Tomie when we pull up she takes off running and acts like she’s coming home, not being dropped off. She has a blast every time and comes back happy and tired. AJ & Anita are wonderful communicators, so easy to work with, and this time we were late for pickup and they were completely gracious about it. We’ll keep coming back!
Moose had a great time with Taylor and her family, and didn’t want to leave :) Taylor was very communicative throughout the stay. I appreciated the daily photo updates and her attentiveness to Moose’s schedule. The meet & greet beforehand was also super helpful. Thanks so much, Taylor!
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in San Carlos on Rover is $83.81 per night (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 6,753 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across San Carlos. 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.
92% of San Carlos 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 San Carlos 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 San Carlos 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 San Carlos.
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 San Carlos 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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