Dog Boarding Santa Ana
Find a loving dog sitter to watch your dog overnight at your sitter's home.
Over 1,050 pet parents in Santa Ana have booked dog boarding
Santa Ana, Find top rated dog boarding
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Ning was amazing with Luna! It was my first time leaving my 6 month old puppy for a weekend and she sent lots of picture & video updates so I could feel connected to Luna and see how she was adjusting in a new environment. Ning paid attention to Luna’s body language and made her feel comfortable at her own pace, and I could tell Luna had a great time. I will definitely be booking again!”
“Hanah was so amazing watching Dallas. She was constantly checking in, sending us pictures and was professional throughout the whole sitting . If anyone is looking for an amazing sitter we highly recommend her.”
“Love booking with Bernard, Hung, and his wife! This is Chowder’s third or fourth stay with them, and every time has been amazing. Chowder struggles with separation anxiety and sometimes won’t eat when we’re away, but they always go above and beyond to make him feel comfortable even hand-feeding him chicken to make sure he eats. It truly means so much to know he’s being cared for like family. They are such kind, attentive people who genuinely care about their clients. Hung even called us to check on Chowder even after his stay was completed. We’ll absolutely continue rebooking with them in the future! 🙂”
“My generally nervous dog had a great time at Ashley’s and came home looking very relaxed! She sent photo updates and was willing to give my dog her pill. Ashley was very accommodating and seems to really care for the dogs she watches. We would absolutely use her again next time we leave town!”
“Candi did such a wonderful job caring for our dogs for the past week. They felt right at home with her and she gave them lots of love and walks. She kept in touch multiple times through the day with cute photos of our boys. I would definitely recommend Candi and will use her again in the future!! Thank you Candi!”
“Thavery was really great taking care of our Teddy over the weekend. We did a meet and greet to ensure our dogs were good with each other and to also meet with Thavery as well. She was understanding of our separation anxiety with our 3rd baby, and she made us feel at ease knowing she would take good care of our Teddy. Since she is a dog owner as well, she knows how much love we give and receive from our fur babies, and how they really are our family. She kept us updated several times per day with pictures and videos, and that was wonderful to see. I would recommend Thavery for sure for anyone who is looking for a dog sitter and we will use her next time as well. Thank you again Thavery!”
“Great 12 days stay at Cheryl’s house for our little Pomeranian for her first ever Rover! Cheryl shared pictures of our doggie on a daily basis as well as news. Stella came back exhausted but happy from what almost felt her vacation away from us! Cheryl was also very accomodating when it came to pick up/drop off arrangements. We just booked her again :)”
“Wow, was this a great experience! Dubele and her daughter, Van were incredibly communicative, kind, and patient with me from first contact all the way to picking my cats up at the end of the booking. They sent daily photos and provided updates as often as I asked (and even when I didn’t!). Overall, I cannot recommend Dubele enough as a petsitter. My cats, who are terrified of new people, were curled up on her lap by day 2! I will definitely be using their services again anytime my cats need overnight boarding.”
“Diana was very sweet and treated our dog as if it was her own! She made sure to stay with him and watch him every time he wanted to be in the backyard and made sure he felt safe even though he is an anxious dog. I was nervous leaving my dog in someone else’s care for the first time but she sent photo and video updates that made me feel a lot better! Diana is amazing and I highly recommend booking her!”
“Another wonderful stay with Parisa!!! Parisa sent me updates , photos, and videos of my baby several times a day . It is so reassuring to see my baby so relaxed and having so much fun. I even commented to my hubby that my baby may not want to come home 😁”
“We were so lucky to have found Natalia. She took great care of Max, a foster dog, while my husband and I were out of town. Max is a special needs dog and Natalia not only took good care of him, she gave us regular updates and helped us continue his home physical therapy during his stay. If you need someone to care for your pet, I highly recommend her!”
“We needed a to find a new sitter for a short family road trip, and are so glad we found Rebecca! She and her husband welcomed Bodie into their home, provided excellent care, took him for regular walks (even during the rain), updated us frequently with photos and accommodated all our needs. We could enjoy our time away, knowing that Bodie was safe at his new home away from home. We are already planning for his next visit. Rebecca is delightfully witty, with an obvious understanding of and love for dogs. We highly recommend her!!”
“He lives in a great community with plenty of open spaces, parks, and trails. My dog looks very happy with him. He fed, walked, and played with my dog. He also sent me photos and videos how he took care of my dog. He is a dog lover and great carer.”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs for 10 years. I have experience taking care of dogs with senior care, which includes medications, and making food. Dogs both small and large. I currently work part time and am able to do dog walks when needed. I also can board dogs at my home and walk them before and after shifts. I have a fenced yard where dogs can room for a potty break. I have experience with senior dogs and am able to administer medication. I love all dogs and have experience with small, delicate dogs.
“Maria is such a caring and kind person. Always updating me regarding the health and safety of my puppy. She treated Akira as her family and made sure she was comfortable. She respected my instructions and politely asked if she can help with training or other activities. I would definitely recommend her and most definitely rebook in the future.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Santa Ana is $61
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Santa Ana
Holly was AMAZING!! ❤️🙏🏻 I was so nervous because I’ve never left my dogs with someone before, but she made the whole experience so easy. She worked with my schedule, kept me updated, and sent so many wonderful photos, which made me feel so much better. I was especially nervous because it was the 4th of July and my dogs are terrified of fireworks, but Holly stayed with them, comforted them, took them on multiple walks, and gave them lots of cuddles. It really helped keep both me and my dogs at ease. Usually when I leave my dogs somewhere, they get so anxious that they won’t even eat. I was so happy (and honestly surprised!) that they ate all of their food. From the moment I dropped them off to the moment I picked them up, I’ve never seen them so happy while being away from me. It made me feel so much better knowing they were comfortable and so well taken care of. I will DEFINITELY be booking with Holly again. She went above and beyond, and I can’t recommend her enough. Thank you so much, Holly!!❤️🐾
Bowie stayed with Michelle for 4 days and I couldn’t be happier with how it went. She kept his feeding schedule exactly on track, sent photos and updates without me even having to ask, and offered to pick him up and drop him off which cost a bit more but honestly saved me so much hassle. Bowie came back happy and relaxed. I’ll definitely be booking with her again. 😊
Jingying & Alex are amazing! They truly cared for him like he was their own with lots of patience and understanding esp around bedtime! 😀 It made us feel completely at ease while we were away. We really appreciated all the photos, videos, and updates they sent throughout the stay~ it meant a lot to stay connected and know Ollie was happy and well cared for. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for someone loving and reliable! Special shout out and thanks to their sweet Delphy for sharing her home and toys with Ollie! ❤️
I’ve lost count of how many times our pups have stayed with Candi but every single time has been amazing! Our pups just had another 3 week stay and they were treated like family, we received so many pictures we felt like we were there and always had peace of mind they were having a great time again with Candi. Best sitter!
We had a wonderful experience! They were incredibly kind, communicative, and kept us updated throughout the day with plenty of photos and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind. Our puppy looked like he was having an absolute blast and came home happily exhausted from all the fun. It was clear he was well cared for and enjoyed spending time with them and Evan. We would absolutely book with them again in the future. Thank you both (and thank you, Evan!) for taking such great care of our pup!
Kairo spent another wonderful weekend with Carolyn and Brian! They are amazing with our Belgian Malinois, and after more than a year of using their Rover services, we feel incredibly fortunate to have found them. They care for Kairo with so much love, attention, and dedication, treating him as if he were their own. We always have complete peace of mind when he is with them. Highly recommend!
I highly recommend Sean, Beth & Sunny!!They took excellent care of my dog while I was away and gave me complete peace of mind. It was clear from the start that they genuinely love animals and treat them as if they were their own. Throughout the stay, they provided regular updates, photos, and communication, which I greatly appreciated. My dog came home happy, relaxed, and well cared for. They were attentive to my dog’s needs, followed all instructions, and made sure my pet received plenty of attention, exercise, and affection. I would not hesitate to use their services again and would gladly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, trustworthy, and caring dog sitter.
This was Winston's second visit and his first overnight stay. He was so excited to be back at Molly's and she made him feel right at home. I can tell that he is very much loved and cared for by Molly and Chris. She even bakes him treats! I always appreciate all the updates and pics she sends. It is truly comforting knowing that I am leaving him in excellent hands. I can't say enough great things about Molly, because she truly is the BEST!!
Ashley is exceptional ! Our girl nala was well taken care of and kept me updated throughout the days . We loved receiving pictures of her and she took her to the dog park ! I love that she is flexible something came up for us and she was able to extend one more day :)
Lily is absolute the best! I left my two pups with her for 4 days and three nights. My pups and I had been mauled by dogs recently so the three of us needed extra love and attention and Lily provided that for us. I never had to worry about how my dogs were doing and they quickly acclimated to being with her. I received frequent photo, video and text updates that were very much appreciated. I would never hesitate to leave my dogs with Lily again.
Yeting is the best!!! She is attentive and caring, communicating with texts, pictures and videos throughout the stay. You couldn’t ask for more! I highly recommend her. My adolescent Mallinois can be a handful and she handles him beautifully. She makes it easy and worry free for concerned puppy parents.
Book with peace of mind
- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party background check and show verified reviews from other pet parents, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team–here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
Meet local sitters who will treat your dogs like family
1. Search
Browse profiles of sitters near you who offer dog boarding
2. Meet In Person
Schedule a free in-person Meet & Greet to find the perfect fit
3. Book & Pay
It's that easy! All payments are processed through Rover's secured platform
Popular requests near you
Select a filter and find qualifying Santa Ana sitters!Sitters in Santa Ana average 12 repeat dog boarding clients
FAQs for Dog Boarding - Santa Ana
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Santa Ana on Rover is $48.15 per night (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 5,211 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Santa Ana. 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.
94% of Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana.
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 Santa Ana 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.
Connect anywhere with the Rover app
