Dog Boarding in Santa Ynez
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1. Gurudatt P.
“Amazing experience for our pup! Gurudatt and his family took our pup on walk, free play and treated him like one of their family. Thank you!”
2. Shalon E.
“Shalon will LOVE your doggie like her own. She has taken our pup to the beach, played fetch with him (his favorite), and sends several text updates and pictures! We know he is always in good hands with her!”
3. Kimberly Z.
“Kimberly was absolutely fabulous! We needed a doggie sitter for our bernedoodle, Duke, rather urgently and she put us at ease by being quickly responsive and proactive in reaching out to finalize plans. From the moment she met Duke - we knew that he would be loved and cared for just like he is at home. She sent us updates and photos within the first few hours of his time with her and then during the following day. He was a happy pup when we picked him up and even made a sweet friend with Bella - Kimberly’s adorable Beagle. We highly recommend Kimberly - she was equally professional and warm, and a true dog whisperer!”
4. Jessica A.
“Jessica was great and the dogs seemed so happy and well taken care of after their stay with her! I will definitely be asking for her help again in the future!”
5. Kyle H.
“Kyle was welcoming and provided a safe secure environment for our dog! Petey can be a little anxious but he sent pictures and updates during his time there!”
6. Joe M.
“Joe was an excellent sitter for our dog while we were out of town for 10 days. He sent picture updates and took great care of her. I would absolutely trust Joe to watch our dog again. Highly recommended!”
7. Sara F.
“This was my first time using Rover and my first time leaving my pup with someone she did not know; Sarah made this experience so easy and positive that I will not hesitate to book with her again. My pup is a 14 year old who needed reassurance and comfort, Sarah provided that and helped our pup feel comfortable, cozy, and safe. We got daily updates and pictures and was really communicative. Sarah was just the perfect person for my dogs needs!”
8. Gabriella H.
“Gabby is so sweet and took such good care of Penny! Loved the photos/videos of her walks. We picked up a very happy dog and would definitely use Gabby again.”
9. Aya S.
“Aya and David wore out our high energy dog, and that was exactly what he needed. This was the first time that our dog was away from us overnight so we weren’t too sure how he’d do. He was fine (as Aya and David both gave updates, soothing our worries) and that was a major relief. Our dog also enjoyed visiting a toddler, and he loved her as much as she loved him. Where there are giggles, doggy kisses won’t be far behind. It’s a relief knowing we have Aya and David for the future!”
10. Jennifer H.
“Jennifer did a great job taking care of Sophie. Unfortunately, Sophie had a medical issue while we were away and Jennifer handled it with kindness and compassion. Highly recommend!”
11. Cara O.
“Cara was absolutely amazing! She sent us updates and pictures so we knew that our little guy was doing well, took him all walks and had a great backyard area for him to play! Her care for our dog was completely genuine and loving. I would highly recommend Cara!”
12. Amber S.
“Theo has stayed with Amber and her family several times. Every time we know he is happy and being well cared for. Amber is easy to communicate with and sends updates on how Theo is doing while we’re away. He loves his stays there!”
13. Wendy W.
“Nala was extremely excited to stay with Wendy! See sent pictures and videos during the stay. Nala was a happy camper when I picked her up as well!”
14. Lyuba C.
“Our dog Winnie stayed with Lyuba and her family for a week and had a great time! We received pictures and videos every day and Winnie received lots of love and attention from the whole family. I will definitely try to leave Winnie with them again for daycare or boarding. They are wonderful pet sitters!”
15. Marolyn C.
“Marolyn did a phenomenal job overseeing both my pets, as well as my home when I was out of town. She made sure they received plenty of exercise as they are both German Sheppard Husky mixes with tons of energy. Additionally, she is very thorough when it came to household duties. Highly recommended Marolyn.”
16. Hannah W.
“Hannah is fantastic!!! Our dog, Winnie, has stayed with Hannah and her precious dog, Bubbles, several times for long overnight stays as well as drop in visits. Winnie is always super happy to see them both! Hannah is a fantastic caregiver and takes amazing care of Winnie! We are so grateful for her!!!”
17. Eleanor m.
About: I have had a dog (miniature poodle) since I was 6 years old and he is now 14. I have another dog (toy poodle) who is now 9. I have volunteered at a senior dog rescue for 5 years now at which I help groom, set up foster homes and adoptions, take dogs on walks, provide them medication and help cleaning up after them. I am currently a student at SBCC. I have class twice a week for around 2 hours but other than that I am very free and available to spend time with your dogs. I have a gated apartment complex which has a yard in the middle of it. I am flexible in terms of crates and other equipment since I have a pretty spacious living room. Both of my dogs are back in San Francisco where I am from so I have no other pets living in my apartment.
18. Jazmin M.
About: I’ve taken care of many different types of dogs breeds over the years from shepherds, golden retrievers, spaniels, and frenchies. I have my own dog, Kilo who is neutered and one and a half years old. Kilo has tons of energy so I am great at keeping any dog engaged. I have experience giving medications and providing for dog recovering from surgeries. I also have experience working to potty train puppies. I am a full time student at UCSB but my schedule has allowed me to have Monday, Wednesday, and Friday off along with the weekends! I have a fenced outdoor area and the dogs are also welcome inside as my house is puppy proof. I am also able to crate your dog when needed.
19. James T.
“We continue to trust James in caring for our Labradoodle. He is very sensitive to her needs. We love that he takes her on long walks and sends us photos of her regularly. Our dog has the opportunity to socialize with other well-behaved dogs, which is a bonus for her. We highly recommend James as a sitter.”
20. Joanna M.
“Joanna did a wonderful job taking care of our border collie during our vacation. He was well cared for and a happy dog upon our return. I highly recommend Joanna. Thank you Joanna! We will certainly be calling you again in the future to take care of our dog Sully.”
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Typically, dog boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your dog in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Santa Ynez.
Rover makes it easy to find Santa Ynez dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.