Dog Boarding in University City, San Diego
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1. Pudan X.
“Wow we are impressed with the care Lola received, and the way she overcame her not wanting to eat because of missing her parents. The regular walks and happy feeling Lola showed on her face when we went to pick her up. Constant picture of our happy baby. Thank you for such great service”
2. Kristina L.
“Kristina is amazing!! She was so accommodating and made my senior dog feel right at home. I received plenty of updates and pictures, and could tell how comfortable and happy my dog was in her care.”
3. Yue M.
“Yue is great with my dog Murphy. Murphy can get a little anxious but Yue is great with him. She takes him on lots of walks and they have lots of cuddles. I feel very comfortable leaving Murphy with Yue and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dependable dog sitter!”
4. Rachelle L.
“She’s is exemplary! She was so caring, patient and she even took me in short notice. She kept me informed of my puppy’s status and behavior. I mean what’s not to love? I’m not exaggerating guys! She was great and i will definitely be hiring her more often!”
5. Zoie C.
“Zoie and her family were amazing! Machi had the best time”
6. Kehra M.
“Kehra couldn’t have been sweeter! She was fantastic with my big dog who can be difficult to manage! She was comfortable with giving him daily medication, lots of walks and cuddles. Kehra was fantastic with her communication daily, let me check in as much as needed and sent multiple photos. She was very flexible with my pick up and drop off times and I can’t tell her enough how appreciative I was about that. Overall, I had a fantastic experience and look forward to booking with her again.”
7. Laurie G.
“Laurie was great and Stella had a great time with her and her dogs. She sent me regular updates and pics during my trip and Stella came back happy from her place. Would def recommend and use her services in future.”
8. Carolyn & Christopher S.
“I highly recommend Carolyn and Christopher! Our furry friend returned home happy and well-cared-for after staying with them. They sent great pictures, provided meaningful updates, and ensured our dog had plenty of walks and playtime. We hope to book with them again soon!”
9. Elizabeth L.
“Elizabeth is one of the sweetest people ever! She is super understanding and she takes such sweet care of my pups! My doggies love to see her and she is such a big help!!”
10. Caroline H.
“Thank you Caroline! Rudder and Arya welcomed Archie. Archie had an amazing time. Caroline sent so many great pictures. I will definitely book again! ❤️”
11. Caitlyn C.
“Caitlyn did a wonderful job taking care of our dog Saint. He definitely had a great time. She sent us pictures and updates! Will definitely book again”
12. Tina H.
“Tina was excellent! she provided a great experience for my dog while I was away, she sent me timely picture and video updates, which made me feel my dog was in good hands if I need someone to take care of my dog again, I will look for Tina”
13. Yage S.
“I cannot recommend Yage enough! They are incredibly responsible and genuinely care for pets. Yage's attention to detail and love for animals shine through in every interaction. Your furry friend will be well looked after and loved!”
14. Michelle D.
“Michelle is a dog whisperer! Our pup has a lot of anxiety particularly with new environments and new people. Michelle was patient and communicative, and we appreciated her care for figuring out how to make Sophie most comfortable. Our first overnight stay was a success! Thank you Michelle!”
15. Zoe B.
“Zoe was PHENOMENAL. Sophie looked like she had so much fun and was sad to leave. Zoe was also very flexible when my travel plans were messed up. Definitely will be booking again knowing my Sophie is in good hands. ❤️”
16. Hana F.
“Hana is amazing! She completely understood our two dogs even at the first meeting. We have a pit mix rescue who is scared of strangers and yet was so comfortable with Hana. Genuinely sweet and caring dog whisperer.”
17. Gris T.
“Very pationate, loving, caring, patient and understanding with dogs, gives amazing, honest and prompt updates, couldnt ask for a better dog sitter”
18. Girija H.
“Girija loves dogs and has taken care of our dogs on multiple occasions. She will pamper them with love and kisses. She is responsible and has made sure that our dogs were fed on time and taken on walks.Coco and Oreo love her.”
19. Morgan & Martin R.
“We had such a great experience booking our cat’s boarding with Morgan! This was our cat’s first time ever boarding, and Morgan was so kind and patient with him, especially since he was super shy and nervous. Morgan was very responsive with us every time we check in to see how he was doing. We will definitely be booking again!”
20. Chloe K.
“Chloe was extremely flexible and communicated constantly with pics! Olive was well taken care of :)”
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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for dog boarding in University City on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $56 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, 3,539 sitters provided dog boarding in University City. 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, 93% of University City dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in University City have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 University City.
Rover makes it easy to find University City 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 3,539 dog boarding sitters in University City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In University City, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.
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.