Dog Boarding in Stanford
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“Charlotte was wonderful with my little toy poodle. She is very communicative and sends lots of pictures. She boarded my dog for 4 days and all signs are that my dog loved it. I highly recommend. I will definitely board with Charlotte again.”
“Tracy and her husband were amazing! They responded quickly and had great communication. They provided a lot of photos and the doggies looked very happy in them. Would not hesitate to book again!”
“Manli was an amazing sitter for Chewbacca. We can tell Chewy had so much fun. We had problems with our flight home and Manli extended Chewy’s care with no problem. She gave us some security during a stressful time knowing Chewy was in good hands. 10/10 would recommend!”
“Very attentive and thorough! Took my dog for long walks, made sure she was well-fed, and paid close attention when she was around another dog. Would highly recommend!”
“I would highly recommend boarding with Jifu. He and his wife took excellent care of our 8 month old Bichon. They sent video updates and Lucky always looked happy and engaged. We would not hesitate to have Jifu care for her again.”
“Jesse and Kimmy took amazing care of our pup while we were on a trip! It was Charlie’s first time being with them, but he instantly loved them and stuck to Jesse like glue! They sent lots of wonderful photos and videos while we were away and were great communicators. He even came home with a very sweet bandana, Polaroid, and treats! Would definitely recommend!!”
“Lovely home and family for my 2 pups; I highly recommend Michael & family. One of my pups in 9 and is moving slower than before and she loves to cuddle. My younger dog can get agitated and loves to be active/fetch. Michael was able to meet both of their unique needs. We will certainly book with them again. Also note I received frequent photos and videos. Communication was fantastic.”
“Matthew and Katelyn were wonderful hosts for Desta. Their quick responses and clear communication made me feel confident that Desta was well cared for. I’d definitely book with them again.”
“Margaret is a true dog person and I felt at ease leaving my girl in her care. She does an excellent job of managing her pack and making sure all dogs are safe and comfortable. My dog is ~80 lbs and has her quirks, so I can't leave her in the hands of just anyone. I am so glad to have found a home environment that my dog is comfortable in while I am out of town and will certainly book with Margaret again.”
“Peanut had his trial day with Shannon today and everything went great. She took wonderful care of him, kept us updated with lots of photos, and made us feel very comfortable the whole time. We could see that he was happy and well cared for. We will definitely book with her again in the future”
“Yun and his partner did a great job taking care of our pup, Bagel, for a whole week. Bagel had lots of fun with them, they walked and played fetch with him daily. They made sure they understood the care instructions we provided and sent daily updates. Most importantly, Bagel came home a happy dog. Highly recommend!”
“We had a last minute trip and Crystal was a lifesaver. She was incredibly flexible and responsive. She did a meet and greet with our dog the day I reached out to her and she and our dog were instant friends. She was also able to accommodate our last minute flight changes. Our dog enjoyed his stay. We recommend Crystal highly!”
“Stephen is very responsive and provided great care to Snow while we were away. We believe Snow had a wonderful time hanging out with Stephen and his family. We were delighted to learn that Snow loves to sunbathe with Stephen's dog. It's great to know our pet had a fantastic time while we were gone.”
“Nina and Leo were so good to our pup! They sent updates every day, played with him, and took him out on nice walks. We are super appreciative of them and it let us enjoy our trip without worrying. I would absolutely recommend them.”
“WOW, Rachel was an absolutely incredible sitter for my cat Mowgli! She knew how nervous I was to leave him, and was so kind and emotionally attuned. She sent me photos and videos every day that not only helped me feel more secure, but also gave us the opportunity to connect on how he was and how she could help him to feel more comfortable. By the end, it seemed like he didn't want to leave! Rachel is an absolute gem and 10/10 would book with her again.”
About: Our family has loved dogs for years, and we're excited to share our home with yours! Our kids have spent the past year as trusted dog walkers for several neighbors on our street, building a reputation for being dependable, attentive, and great with dogs of all sizes and energy levels. Our home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street in Palo Alto with a large fully fenced backyard and a spacious front yard, perfect for safe off-leash play, fetch, and lounging in the sun. With two active, dog-loving kids in the house, your pet will never be short on attention, belly rubs, or walks around our beautiful neighborhood. Whether your dog needs gentle company, lots of playtime, or a few long strolls a day, we'll treat them like one of our own. We offer weekend boarding from Friday through Monday, when our family's schedule is fully flexible and dog-focused. Your dog will get multiple walks around our leafy Palo Alto neighborhood, plenty of backyard playtime, and lots of company throughout the day. With two dog-loving kids at home, your dog won't be left alone for long stretches. They'll feel like part of the family from the moment they arrive. In our home, dogs get full access to our fenced backyard, multiple daily walks around our Palo Alto neighborhood, and lots of family company between adventures. We follow your dog's feeding schedule and routine closely, and send photo updates throughout the stay so you always know how your dog is doing.
“Jessica is truly amazing and left me fully at ease leaving Howie in her care. She is a sweet, kind and caring person and genuinely cared for my dog beyond expectation! I could tell Howie felt comfortable with her from the get go, and could tell even more that he was getting attached by the end of my trip. Howie would love to see Jessica again in the future ❤️”
Over 335 pet parents in Stanford have booked dog boarding
Stanford dog parents share their Rover experiences
My baby girl had a great time at Anam’s place. My baby girl is turning 12 this year and is a cancer survivor. She can not climb stairs and needs medical attention. Anam did a great job making sure she is taken great care of. Anam’s dog is such a sweetheart and they got along really really well.
This was our first time leaving our 13 month old dog with a sitter and it went great! Charlotte was very kind and assured me right away that she was well equipped to handle Theo. She sent lots of pictures and videos each day that we were away, followed our feeding and care instructions, and gave him a ton of exercise. He seemed very happy and we were so glad he was in such good hands while we were away!
JoJo had a great time staying with Manli's family for a long weekend. Manli updated us every night with photos of JoJo's day, and it meant a lot to see her happy and playing with other dogs. Manli so clearly understands dogs and how they communicate. This was JoJo's first time boarded in a home, and I'm very grateful it was with Manli's family! She came home happy from a weekend full of play and attention.
Alice was fantastic with Ollie during her 15-day stay. She kept us updated with photos and videos throughout our trip, which gave us complete peace of mind. Ollie came home happy, relaxed, and clearly very well cared for. She also had the best time playing with Alice’s dog, Charlie—they became great buddies! It’s obvious that Alice genuinely loves dogs and treats them like family. We wouldn’t hesitate to leave Ollie with Alice again and highly recommend her.
Ahmyah took care of my 8- year Golden Retriever (Basin) while I was attending meetings at Stanford for a few days. Its clear she really loves dogs. She sent me cute videos of Basin on campus having a great time! I would love for Basin to stay with Ahmyah again when we are back at Stanford.
Tillana is amazing, Desta was soo happy hanging out with her and the other puppies. She took such great care of him and gave him an amazing vacation of his own. He got to go on many adventures and also got so much love and attention while we were away. We are so grateful for Tillana and will definitely be using her in the future as well.
I boarded my fur baby, Bruce, with Fang for several days. She is caring, reliable, and trustworthy. She was sending updates regularly and I felt reassured that he was safe and happy under her care. I highly recommend her and would definitely book with her again!
Ali was fantastic! It was our first time leaving our dog with him, and at the end of her stay, she didn’t want to come home—which says everything. He kept us updated with photos and videos every day, which gave us so much peace of mind. Ali made sure she got plenty of exercise with walks and dog park runs, and she had an amazing time playing with his dog. She came home happily exhausted and clearly missing her new buddy. Plus she learned some new balls skills (fetch, drop, etc) which we had been trying to teach before her stay - bonus that she got some training while we were away! Communication was smooth and easy the whole time, and Ali was very flexible with drop-off and pick-up, which we really appreciated. We’ll definitely be booking with him again for more fun doggy playtime!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Stanford is $75
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Sitters in Stanford average 10 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Stanford is $75 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $525. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Stanford dog boarding rates can be found as low as $47 to as high as $117 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 6,715 sitters provided dog boarding in Stanford. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Stanford dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Stanford have an average of 16 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Stanford.
Rover makes it easy to find Stanford 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
There are 6,715 dog boarding sitters in Stanford on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Stanford, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 87% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
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.
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