Dog Boarding Santa Maria
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“Stephanie is outstanding in caring for my dogs. They go for walks, car rides and are loved and cared for. In fact the dogs (which had not seen Stephanie in months) ran up to the house when we delivered them. We are overwhelmingly pleased with her services.”
“We were really nervous about boarding our chihuahua, Paulie Walnuts, but Kyle and Sara are so patient and really relaxed. Turns out, our little "cute, but psycho" old man had a great time! We received many wonderful pictures and videos of him having a good time walking, playing, and most of all chilling. When we needed an extra day/night due to an out-of-town emergency, we were lucky enough that they were able to keep Paulie Walnuts a little longer. What a relief. They came through in a pinch for us and it's greatly appreciated. We knew we didn't have to worry one bit. This was a great experience overall, and we highly recommend Kyle and Sara for your pet boarding needs. We'd definitely use their services again. Thank you so much for giving our little man such great care ❤️”
“Jennifer & Julie took excellent care of Zoey. She had a great time at their place, so much so that she didn’t seem that excited to see us! They updated us regularly on how she was doing and sent plenty of pictures. Zoey will be visiting again soon.”
“Danielle was amazing - we couldn’t recommend her more highly. She cared for our high-needs dog so well and went above and beyond. She never once seemed bothered by our dog’s needs around medications. She cleaned her eye goop and washed the blankets before we picked up our dog. Danielle even let our dog sleep in her bed - I’m sure our dog misses her! Danielle was communicative and reliable. We will definitely use her again in the future.”
“Andruw helped us tremendously when our initial rover cancelled the DAY before we left. He was super helpful and communicated with us very well! Would definitely recommend booking with Andruw, we will use his services again!”
“Gracie had a wonderful stay with Niccola and her family! I was happy to hear that Gracie had no signs of separation anxiety. We will definitely leave Gracie with Niccola next time.”
“I was in a pinch and needed a dog sitter for the next day, I found Robert’s sitter and I message him right away.. He was able to take care of my dog. And of course my dog loves the company. They are really good in updates and communicating all the time. I really recommend him to watch your pets.”
“Heidi and Phil were simply amazing. I've used rover with some other care takers and these two are head and shoulders above the rest. I got videos and pictures every day and live updates. It made me feel so comfortable that my dog was in good hands. I will be booking with them in the future. I highly recommend Heidi you won't be sorry! Thank you Heidi for taking such good care of Bailey.”
“Alicia was lovely to work with. She responded quickly to our need for a sitter and gave our pup a home away from home while we were away. I think he really felt part of their family during his stay. Thank you, Alicia!”
“This is the first time we have boarded Gracie since the passing of her sister. She has had separation anxiety issues and we were concerned that she might have a difficult time without us. Douglas offered to have Gracie visit him before our trip to familiarize herself with his home. He was very patient with her and as a result Gracie had a wonderful time with Douglas and Pepe.”
About: I’ve dog walked in Slo since spring this year! I’ve also had experience working at a grooming shop back home with both big and small dogs. I also have four cats back home and have grown up taking care of them! I’m currently a Cal Poly third year! My schedule is very flexible outside of Tuesday/Thursday afternoons/evenings, and I have open availability Friday-Sunday. I’m more than happy to work with your schedule! I’ve grown up around both dogs and cats. My home here in Slo does not have any pets so your pet would be comfortable, safe, and well loved! And my roommates would love to play with your dogs too if they like people!
“Our dog Bentley had such a wonderful time with Shantal and her dog Kala. They went on fun hikes and walks each day which was perfect for my high energy dog. Shantal was a great communicator listening to all the details of our dog's care. I felt confident Bentley was in good hands while we were away. She sent us fun photos of their time out and about. I think Bentley had a blast! Thanks so much Shantal and Kala! We look forward to having Bentley stay with you again!”
“Kambry took amazing care of my mini dachshund while I was out of town! She sent tons of photos and videos, and even took her to the beach 🥰 She came home so happy and “good tired” from playing with her Aussie Keiko. 10/10 recommend utilizing her for your pets needs.”
“Natalie took great care of newly adopted dog. She keep her safe and gave her lots of attention. She also was great in her communications with me sending reports and pictures. I would definitely bring my dog to her again.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Santa Maria is $63
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Santa Maria
Stephanie was absolutely amazing with Toby! This was our first time leaving Toby with Stephanie for a 4-day, 3-night stay. Right from the beginning, she was incredibly thoughtful and took great care to ensure Toby felt completely comfortable and at home before his stay even began. Thanks to her detailed attention, I was able to leave him with complete peace of mind. She followed all of Toby's care instructions perfectly, including administering his medications and keeping up with his regular meals and daily routines. Stephanie is such a warm-hearted, attentive, and caring petsitter. I strongly recommend Stephanie to anyone looking for top-notch care for their furry family member. We will definitely be reaching out to her again in the future!
Avril was amazing and so accommodating. We are new to the area and need a dog sitter for our Stella girl while I went into labor. Avril was super responsive and when we needed the extra day she made sure Stella was covered and gave us updates. I would highly recommend her and we will be keeping her in mind for future care.
Alexis took such great care of our dogs, Nami and Natsumi. She was incredibly thoughtful and made sure they were comfortable and well looked after. We loved receiving daily updates and photos, which showed how happy and relaxed our dogs were. Knowing they were in such good hands gave us so much peace of mind. We are very grateful for her care and would absolutely trust her again.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Santa Maria is $70 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $41 and $83 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 154 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Santa Maria. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
96% of sitters in Santa Maria can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Santa Maria home-away-from-home, 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 Maria.
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 Maria 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 , 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 .
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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