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Sitter Profile Image: Renee T.
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Renee T.
$49
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 177 reviews
95 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93314

“Koda had a blast being with Renee and her family. This was only our second time using rover and our previous sitter was unavailable. Renee was great and I was very happy to hear that Koda is enjoying playing around with the other dogs they had as well. He didn't want to leave and jumped out of my car when I went to pick him up so clearly he enjoyed himself. 😀”

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Veronica A.
Sitter Profile Image: Julie & Timothy P.
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Julie & Timothy P.
$43
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 504 reviews
223 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93314

“My German Shepard did good with Julies other dogs. They have a huge backyard for the dogs to run around. Yard is well kept up. Julie is friendly and I will have my dog stay again sometime when needed.”

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Richelle R.
Sitter Profile Image: Ana R.
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Ana R.
$70
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Shafter, CA, 93263

“Ana is the best! I'm forever grateful for her. She took care of my 16 yr. old baby for a week. Ana and her family treated her like their own!!! She sent me pictures & updated me. I truly knew my baby was the best care possible!!”

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Diana B.
Sitter Profile Image: Amber L.
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Amber L.
$63
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
4 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Park Stockdale, Bakersfield, CA, 93309

“Amber is amazing my dogs absolutely love her! She’s great with communication and keeping me informed about the wellbeing of my dogs. I’ve already booked her for another week while I’m out of town and I look forward to having her as my permanent dog sitter. A+++ highly recommended.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley V.
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Haley V.
$43
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 97 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93311

“Great experience with Haley! Flexible with my schedule changes last minute, walked me through step by step, very friendly, and great atmosphere for pets! An absolute recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: esmeralda b.
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esmeralda b.
$35
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93307

“Esmeralda is very personal with our 15 year old girl. It makes us so happy and comfortable leaving her when ever we need to. Highly recommend Esmeralda's services.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Savannah G.
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Savannah G.
$39
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
21 years of experience
bakersfield, CA, 93307

“She did a great job with keeping my husky safe and happy especially during the holidays and while it was raining. She was quick to respond and let me know in full detail what my dog was up to and informed me of any problems that she noticed. The only small issue I had was that I wished she updated me earlier about how my dog was doing but besides that she was great.”

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Samantha C.
Sitter Profile Image: Breanna & Melannie L.
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Breanna & Melannie L.
$59
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 81 reviews
24 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93304

“I am so appreciative of Breanna! She was great with my fur baby! She made sure both me and my dog were comfortable, safe, and happy! She made sure to send lots of pictures and updates! Breanna was amazing with learning the needs of my pup and tending to them!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alondra R.
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Alondra R.
$49
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 76 reviews
22 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Oleander Sunset, Bakersfield, CA, 93304

“We were nervous at first because it was our first time using Rover but Alondra put us at ease and made sure to update us with photos along the way. Our pup was happy and energetic when we picked him up. We’ll definitely use her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Glenda J.
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Glenda J.
$59
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
6 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93311

“Glenda pet sitted for our very active lab puppy at her home. It was very reassuring to know he was watched closely and taken good care of while we were away for a few days. We will definitely use her again!”

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Regina F.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexis V.
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Alexis V.
$43
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93309

“Alexis is by far the most considerate, conscientious and caring sitter. Excellent and meticulous attention, great communication - we couldn’t have asked for better care for our dog. I would highly recommend Alexis to anyone who wants personalized and dedicated caregiving for their pet. I will not hesitate to rebook.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katherine P.
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Katherine P.
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93311

“I had an incredible experience with Katherine and her husband! They were extremely attentive, friendly, playful, and understanding with my puppy Nube. Their caring nature and pup updates truly put my mind at ease while I was away. I highly recommend their services to any pet owner in need of a reliable and loving pet sitter!”

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Mariela R.
Sitter Profile Image: Whitney L.
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Whitney L.
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 55 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bakersfield, CA, 93312

“Im so happy I chose Whitney to take care of my Neo . She did a great job taking care of him and giving him his medication. She made me feel really comfortable knowing that he was in good hands. I will definitely book her again.”

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Karen G.
Sitter Profile Image: Samantha P.
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Samantha P.
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Sagepointe, Bakersfield, CA, 93309

“Thank you, Samantha... Everything whent as planned, I appreciate you being available on short notice to care for Zeus for the weekend. Regular updates and communication were great!!! Zeus came home tired, and happy had great time with other pups. Thank you, Thank you🙏🏽 We hope to book with you in the near future.👍🏼🙂”

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Sitter Profile Image: Autumn B.
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Autumn B.
$43
total per night
10 years of experience
River Oaks, Bakersfield, CA, 93311

About: I had dogs and cats for a long time but now I have an empty nest and would love to have company on my week off. I have a week off and would love to have your fur baby for company. I’m not available all the time just when I’m on vacation. I have a small fenced yard with fake grass approximately 10’ deep and 40’ wide. The one level/ground floor apartment has tile floors and is in a safe neighborhood.

Sitter Profile Image: Christian C.
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Christian C.
$40
total per night
10 years of experience
Shafter, CA, 93314

About: I have grown up with dogs my entire life and have always loved caring for them. I helped care for my childhood dog while he had cancer, which taught me patience, compassion, and how to provide extra care when a pet is sick. I’m also comfortable with the everyday responsibilities of pet care, including feeding, cleaning up after pets, exercise, and keeping their environment clean. I currently have three Golden Retrievers of my own, who I absolutely love and consider part of my family. I work full-time, but I’m available after 5 PM Monday through Friday and I’m off all weekend. I enjoy spending quality time with my dogs and making walks and playtime part of my weekly routine. I would love the opportunity to give other pets the same attention, care, and companionship I give my own. I make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while in my care. I follow their normal routines, provide fresh food and water, and give them plenty of attention, walks, and playtime. I’m also respectful of my client’s home and always keep the space clean and secure. Most importantly, I treat every pet as if they were my own and pay close attention to their behavior and needs.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Taft Heights is $44

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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Taft Heights

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As of November 2026, there are 100 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Taft Heights. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

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.

97% of sitters in Taft Heights 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 Taft Heights 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 Taft Heights.

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Taft Heights. On Rover:

  • 95% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 93% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Taft Heights 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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.


As dog lovers, we understand how difficult it can be to leave your dog when you have to head out of town. Luckily, you can find the perfect Taft Heights dog sitter in seconds on Rover.com. If you're looking for dog boarding while you're away, whether it's for one night or a whole month, you can find a dog sitter in Taft Heights, CA who meets your - and your dog's - needs. We manually review and approve every profile on our site, and we offer tools to help you make the right decision for your dog - including background checks and community reviews. We also offer educational opportunities and extra safety tools, such as the Protection Package. And we always recommend an in-person Meet & Greet so you can see that your sitter is the perfect fit for your dog. Rover is proud to be the nation's largest network of dog lovers for hire, and that includes offering pet boarding in Taft Heights, CA.

You'll also be able to relax when it comes to price, because the cost of dog boarding in Taft Heights, CA is surprisingly reasonable. No matter your budget or lifestyle, there's a dog sitter on Rover to match your wallet. Wondering how much most people pay for Rover dog boarding services? The average dog boarding rates will give you a good sense of what to expect before checking out the individual dog sitters' hourly rates.

If you need to book a great dog sitter on the go, you'll love the Rover dog boarding app. You can browse hundreds of pre-reviewed, trusted dog sitter in minutes from your phone, and rebook your favorite sitter with just a few taps. You'll get photo updates from your dog sitter which can be shared via the Rover dog boarding app in real time, and the app's cashless payment feature allows you to pay your dog sitter easily and securely, without worrying about cash, checks or tips.

In short, when you book Taft Heights dog boarding on Rover, your dog gets the loving care they deserve, and you get to relax, knowing that your pet is in good hands.

Interested in what it's like on the other side? Do you think you have what it takes to become a dog sitter for Rover? We're always looking for people with a passion for pooches to join our dog boarding roster. If you've been thinking about starting up your own dog boarding business, or even if you've been doing it on your own for a while, you'll want to check out our easy application process and consider joining the hundreds of awesome dog lovers who use the Rover dog boarding platform. When you become a Rover dog sitter, you get access to great support, including premium pet insurance and immediate, cashless payment (no more worrying about whether you'll get paid on time). Why not apply today?

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