Dog Boarding San Francisco
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“Thanks for taking great care of Pluto! I appreciated your fast responses, many photos & daily updates. Thanks for making sure Pluto had plenty of walks & was well fed!”
“Bee was an absolute lifesaver. We had a sudden family emergency and had to leave the country for two weeks. We needed someone to care for Presley at the last minute, and it was our first time ever leaving him, so we were understandably nervous. When we picked him up, we could tell he had been well cared for. Presley came home excited and healthy, which gave us so much comfort during such a difficult time. Her rates may be a little higher than some other sitters, but it was absolutely worth it for the peace of mind—especially with our last-minute dog sitting needs. We highly recommend Bee. Thank you!”
“Fabiano was an incredible Rover sitter, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with him again. Before the stay, we met up for a walk so our dogs could get to know each other. His dog, Noah, is incredibly sweet, and it gave me a lot of confidence knowing they’d be a good fit. During the stay, Fabiano sent regular updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was clear my dog was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. He was also very flexible and accommodating with scheduling, which I really appreciated. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares about your dog and communicates throughout the stay, I highly recommend Fabiano. My dog had a great experience, and so did I!”
“I was very happy with my experience with Jenna (& Ryan). From the very beginning, I felt that Jenna was on top of everything. She had great communication and made me feel like Sady was in great hands. I would definitely book again!”
“Melissa is a great dog friend. The moment my dog Xico, who is very sensitive one, met with her he felt comfortable annd safe. And Archy, her dog is just as adorable as Melissa. Thanks”
“Annabel took wonderful care of my dog, Penny, over a long weekend. From the very beginning, she was kind, responsive, and easy to communicate with. She happily arranged an initial meet-and-greet in a public place, followed by another visit so Penny could get comfortable with her apartment before the stay, which I really appreciated. During Penny's stay, Annabel sent regular photo updates and messages, giving us peace of mind that she was happy and well cared for. She was reliable, communicative, and clearly cared about making Penny feel at home. I wouldn't hesitate to book with Annabel again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and dependable sitter.”
“Eunjee was a great sitter for Bubble! Very flexible, communicative, and responsive. She sent daily photos and updates, which I really appreciated. I felt comfortable knowing Bubble was well taken care of.”
“Westley had such a good time with Kimberly! The photos she sent showed how relaxed he felt in her home. I will definitely reach out to her the next time we need to travel!”
“Sonia is awesome! She provided our Ridley (a HIGH energy and HIGH attention lab) with the best of care. Ridley was happy to see Sonia when we dropped her off and sad to leave when we picked her up. She made friends with Sonia's pups and became one of the team. We got tons of photos of her sleeping, eating, playing and just relaxing. We were able to enjoy our vacation because we didn't have to worry about our little girl. Sonia is the very best!”
“As a Rover myself, I'm discerning in choosing caregivers for my service animal, Angel. Samantha recently looked after Angel for the second time, and her care was outstanding. Her understanding and respect for the unique needs of Angel truly set her apart. Her genuine affection for animals is clear, and it's evident that Angel adores her. I highly recommend Samantha for any pet care needs due to her sense of responsibility and compassion. We definitely plan to use her services again!”
“Victoria was an outstanding dog sitter—professional, reliable, and very trustworthy. She provided in-depth daily updates, clearly logging walks, meals, playtime, and potty breaks, which showed how organized and attentive she is. I especially appreciated the timely updates with plenty of photos and videos, which gave me total peace of mind. It was clear my dog was happy, well cared for, and treated with genuine attention. I would absolutely book Victoria again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for dependable, high-quality care.”
“Remo was a great choice to take care of my dog for a week while we went on a trip abroad. Very communicative, sent pictures every day and gave our pup lots of exercise. Definitely recommend.”
“This was our third time having Pepper stay with Shelley and he had a great time as usual! She provided updates and took great care of our little guy. Pepper was happy and relaxed upon his return.”
“Henri had a great weekend at Paulina’s! She came out to greet us and then took the leash and introduced Henri to her home-he was so comfortable with her from the start. Our dog has hardly been away from us in his 7 years and I was a little nervous about leaving him with someone new, but I soon realized I had nothing to worry about. Paulina is a very relaxed person and sent updates and adorable photos each day. It made me happy to see him look so at home with her. Don’t let her lack of a backyard discourage you-Henri was happy and tired when we picked him up. We will call on her whenever we need a dog sitter for when we visit our daughter in SF. Paulina was an absolute lifesaver and we are so happy to have found her!”
“My pup had a great overnight stay at Julie's! Pick up and drop off was very smooth and she was a great communicator/quick responses. Will definitely be booking again!”
“Alina was so kind and communicative! This was my first time leaving my dog with a sitter, other than friends and family, and she took great care of him. Howl came home happy and tired from a fun weekend.”
“I have two seniors that require special care and they were in good hands with Cesar and his crew. They felt comfy (ample dog beds and places to nap) and safe and had a great time!”
“David is sweet and kind and made us feel at ease for a week with our Mars. He sent photos and give us updates that made us feel that Mars was feeling right at home. Mars can be reactive with strangers so we gave David the whole rundown on his triggers.”
“We are deeply grateful to Renee and Chris for taking such excellent care of our dog. They were attentive, reliable, and communicative, keeping us well-informed with regular pictures and videos.”
“Betty was a fantastic dog sitter and we recommend her highly. We were a little nervous to leave our dog for a long two week stay given our dog has a bit of stranger danger and it was their first time staying with a sitter in the sitter’s home. Thus, we wanted a sitter who was familiar with dog body language and had a lot of experience. Betty fit those criteria perfectly, was extremely communicative, and sent us frequent updates with pictures everyday. Our dog also really seemed to enjoy Betty’s dog Jacques’s company and they had a fun time playing together daily as well.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in San Francisco is €75
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - San Francisco
Go was awesome! He boarded Tako for 2 nights, and gave me photo/text updates throughout. Tako looked super happy in all the pics. He made sure Tako had his normal routine and fave activities (fetch, tug of war, sunbathing). Will definitely book with him again in the future!
Emily took wonderful care of our 11-month-old golden Murphy during an extended stay while we were on vacation. She sent regular updates the whole time, so we always knew he was in great hands. We’d absolutely recommend her, Murphy can’t wait to see her again next time we’re away!
Vanessa took great care of our pup! Communication was fast and clear, she kept us updated with photos, and she was very easy to coordinate with. Our dog came home happy. Would highly recommend booking with her and plan to leave our dog with her again next time we’re out of town!
I am new to San Francisco and so was nervous finding someone to take care of my dog while we are away. Sonia took such good care of my girl. She sent lots of photos and updates which is so important to me. My dog can be nervous around other dogs but Sonia created an environment where my dog felt safe and relaxed. I would absolutely trust Sonia with my dog again!
Abdel was great with Raven and was super accommodating when we had a flight delay and got back very late in the night. He also sent great pictures of Raven and was communicative throughout her entire stay. appreciate you Abdel, we will definitely be reaching out again for dog care!
Excellent experience overall. Communication was clear and consistent throughout the stay, with frequent updates and photos provided. It was evident that our dog received attentive, genuine care. He returned home happy, relaxed, and in great spirits. I would not hesitate to book this sitter again and would confidently recommend them to other pet owners
We had a great experience boarding Olive with Xinyi & Kivanc. Olive loved playing with Luna and was good and tired when we brought her home. We got a lot of photos and videos and we felt like she was in really good hands while we were away. They were also flexible when we had a small travel delay, much appreciated!
Juan took great care of Milo, and we had an excellent experience. He was very responsive throughout the stay, communicated regularly, and sent plenty of photos and updates, which gave us a lot of peace of mind. It was clear Milo was well cared for and in good hands. We would absolutely book with Juan again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter.
Gautam was great! He took exceptional care of my dog, who is reactive to other dogs on walks and needs a lot of patients. He was attentive, and clearly experienced handling dogs with different behavioral needs, which gave me so much peace of mind. Gautam kept me updated with photos and messages, and it was obvious my dog was well cared for and comfortable. I would absolutely book with him again.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in San Francisco on Rover is $71.55 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 5,539 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across San Francisco. 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.
93% of San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco.
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 Francisco 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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