Dog Boarding Universal City
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“They took such great care of my Daisy girl and sent lots of pictures every day! You can tell they truly love dogs. Can’t wait to book with them again!”
“Nicole was an absolute pleasure to have watch our 10 month old pup Guava - it was his first time staying overnight and Nicole put us at ease showing us how comfortable he was there sending us pictures and always keeping us updated on how he was doing. We really appreciate everything she did for him and will definitely be back soon!”
“Nancy is a best-in-class dog sitter. She takes our pup in and gives him only the best care and attention, keeping him active and entertained. I feel good about leaving my dog with Nancy, knowing I have nothing to worry about.”
“Bertha took such wonderful care of my nervous little pup. I felt very comfortable leaving my baby with her. She is very kind and kept my baby as comfortable as possible while I was away. Thank you!”
“Tyler was absolutely amazing during his week with my 9 yr old, but still high energy, Riley. He's very clearly a dog lover to his core and my little girl warmed to him immediately. He was very responsive, kept me updated w photos and stories all week, and each showed my baby happy as could be. We won't hesitate to call on Tyler next time I'm out of town.”
“My dog came back super happy. She’s very high anxiety and can take a while to warm up to people but she seems to have warmed up to them quickly. We’re happy to know she has a safe and happy place to go when we’re out of town.”
“Lily was great! I felt very comfortable leaving our dog with her! She also accommodated our travel schedule which was very helpful! Loved receiving photos and video as well! Thank you and we will book again!”
“Vasilisa was amazing. It was my dog’s first time with a new person over night. My dog was shy and nervous but Vasilisa was extremely patient. Great with communication and updates. Gave me a lot of peace of mind as we were away. Thank you so much!!!”
“Albina took great care of my boy. She made sure he went on multiple walks a day and sent me updates. He came home very happy. Will definitely take Kobe to her again😊”
“Keely as fantastic with our little chiweenie, Suki ❤️ Our other caregiver arrangement fell thru and Keely accepted my last minute request quickly! Such a lifesaver! She made Suki feel right at home, was super attentive to her needs, and sent me the cutest photos and videos of her while we were away two nights. Would definitely recommend Keely to anyone who wants a trustworthy dog lover watching their fur baby and I would obviously consider having her watch Suki again! 🥳”
“Camille was so awesome!! I always love my doggie Orion to have a staycation while I’m on my own vacation, and that’s exactly what he had at Camille’s home. I loved that she sent me photos of Orion enjoying the sun in her beautiful backyard, hanging out with his dog pals and cuddling with her. It made me feel so good even though I missed my boy while I was away I knew he was in good hands! Thank you so much for taking good care of Orion! I will definitely be reaching out again when I travel and I am not able to take Orion with me.”
“This was my first time boarding my pup, so I was a bit nervous. Salud put me at ease. She was responsive and kind. I can tell Pistachio was well cared for and loved.”
“Barbara was amazing! I felt completely at ease on my trip and knew Binx was in great hands. She was patient with him and made sure he got his pills on time. I loved her updates! I came home to a happy, relaxed cat. I could not have asked for a better sitter and am grateful I found her!”
“We were lucky enough to have James be available to take care of Legend while my family and I were on a 7-day cruise. He provided us updates and some pics. We knew Legend was in good hands. We will definitely use James again.”
“Jose is a wonderful pet sitter! We were apprehensive to leave our pup for the first time, but Jose made us feel at ease the entire time - sending pictures and updates along the way. We (and Oscar) can’t wait to book with him again.”
“Jack did a great job watching my puppy! I messaged him to set up a meet and greet and he responded immediately which I really appreciated. We set up a date and time for a week later. My partner and I showed up for the meet and greet and felt extremely confident that Jack would be a good fit for us. He was kind, professional and super friendly. The day of the drop off I had a lot going on and Jack was very flexible with the drop off time. Throughout the stay we got daily updates about our puppy. I could tell they were having a great time and she was in good hands. I’d recommend his services to anyone looking for a safe, reliable, friendly sitter and would use him again!”
“My dog king spent his first time with a sitter for a week with Angelique — and I am very happy he did. Our meet and greet went well a couple weeks prior to my trip. And the actual stay with her was wonderful. The pictures I received helped me know he was in good hands. At this time I plan to have king stay with her again when I travel again later this year.”
“We were so hesitant to hire someone through Rover, but choosing Ekaterina was the best decision! She was the perfect match for our little spicy senior Chihuahua, Belly. We loved receiving daily photos and updates, and it gave us so much peace of mind knowing he was in such caring and capable hands while we were away for two weeks. It’s never easy leaving your dog behind, especially a senior pup with lots of personality, but Ekaterina made the entire experience stress-free. Belly was happy, comfortable, and clearly well cared for. We are incredibly grateful and she will absolutely be our go-to dog walker and sitter from now on. Highly recommend!”
“I got super lucky when I chose Kristina and the family to watch my puppy while I went to Boston. They took great care of her and kept me updated every step of the way. I look forward to going back to them!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Universal City is $63
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Universal City
Salim & Alexandra were amazing! They went above and beyond for my Shawn! I received daily updates and amazing photos. They followed all instructions and were accommodating when my schedule unexpectedly changed. This was the first time I left Shawn with people he didn’t know and they made the experience easy! He had so much fun! Will definitely use them again in the future!
Robert and Sophia are amazing. I don’t worry a bit when I leave my Doberman with them. Communicates well and takes my dog in plenty of walks they have an enclosed front and back yard with plenty of run space. My dog loves her time there and comes back to me with no issues. Just like I never left her.
Jose and Daysi were so loving and attentive to my puppy Rocky. It was his first time boarding and they were so patient with his needs and they stayed in close contact sending updates and messages. Rocky is so lucky to have them and we will absolutely be using them again!
Dora was absolutely amazing! She has such a sweet and caring personality, and it gave us so much peace of mind knowing our dog was in such good hands. She was also incredibly patient with him, especially since he’s an older dog who gets tired on longer walks. She always made sure he was comfortable and happy. She kept us updated throughout the day with detailed messages, photos, and videos, so we always knew how he was doing. She even took him on beautiful hikes, adjusting the pace to what he was comfortable with, and he absolutely loved it! On top of that, her rates were very reasonable. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely book Dora again. ♥️ Highly recommend!
Kelly and her bf were absolutely angels! As we were planning to go out of town we had another sitter bow out last minute and we were scrambling for a solution for our pup Jade. Kelly came to the rescue. She updated us constantly and was always communicative. Would absolutely recommend and personally would have her take care of our dog again. Thanks Kelly!
Victoria was an amazing sitter for our lil Suki! She was super sweet, supportive, and professional- we knew Suki was in good, reliable hands. Upon us leaving Suki with Victoria for our vacation, Suki began to exhibit being in heat and Victoria was super understanding about it. She not only cared for Suki to the fullest in her time of need, but also sent us numerous updates via both texts and photos. We are so very grateful for Victoria and look forward to having her watch over Suki in the future!!
valari was great! daisy had an amazing stay with him and i’m so glad i was able to trust him with her! :) he was super easy to talk to and was communicative the whole time she was staying with him. will definitely be booking with him again if need be, thank you valari!!
Lesli was absolutely wonderful! Not only did she accommodate my sudden flight delays and cancellations—which extended Daisy’s stay a full night and day— but she also went above and beyond to ensure that I knew my dog was well taken care of. She gave Daisy her daily prescribed medicine and made sure to keep me updated on her healing ankle wound (which I was very anxious about). Daisy got to play in the yard, do puzzles, and of course got lots of snuggles. And in turn, I was sent lots of pictures and videos, and knew that if I messaged, Lesli would reply promptly. Will definitely rebook with her in the future!
I last minute needed to find a pet sitter to watch my dog and I found Gema and I’m so grateful that I did! Gema watched my dog for 10 days and took such good care of him. She sent photos and updates and I could tell Ollie felt right at home with her! I was able to be present and enjoy my vacation knowing that my dog was in amazing hands. I will definitely be using Gema in the future, thank you!!!
GRANT IS THE BEST. We left our German Shepherd for an extended stay. She's a newly adopted by us, and we were really concerned about leaving her for the first time. We booked Grant, and he gave her an incredible home away from home while we were gone. Not only did he take care of all of her needs, he also (with our permission) took her on hikes and other extended outings that she loves. When we got back, I don't think she wanted to leave! We will absolutely be using his services again, and we highly recommend him to ANYONE in search of a caring and fully capable sitter.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Universal City on Rover is $72.15 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 9,232 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Universal City. 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 Universal City 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 Universal City 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 Universal City 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 Universal City.
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 Universal City 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.
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