Dog Boarding in University Park, Irvine
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“Mitsy had a great time with Bennie and Jennie! They were sure to keep me updated with lots of pictures and cute videos :) They were super attentive to her schedule and quirks and overall made the experience really good. We will definitely be returning in the future!”


“Great thoughtful sitter who took care of our dog for a week! The pictures and updates showed me that she was cared for with affection. Would definitely trust our dog with Doug again!”


“Jesslyn was kind enough to take my pup on short notice. She was so sweet and easy to communicate with. My dog immediately felt at ease with her kind spirit and welcoming nature, and she returned happy :)”


“Tina and her daughters were amazing! They truly did treat Albi like their own furbaby. I'm so grateful for Tina's patience and special care for my 5.5 months Albi - teaching him how to not be fearful of going on walks and helped reinforce his potty training, and making sure he is comfortable at all times. Also loved that Albi has found a forever friend with Tina's daughters ♡♡. I highly recommend Tina's services, and will definitely continue to board Albi with her.”


“Igor and his family were great. They were very flexible with their schedule and sent me pictures and videos all the time. I could tell my girls had a great vacation with them! Thank you so much!!”


“My dog had a great time with Meagan and her husband! When we first booked our boarding appointment, Meagan reached out and offered to do a meet and greet which i really appreciated. Before dropping Soda off, Meagan asked a lot of questions and made sure she knew everything she needed to in order to give Soda the best care. During Soda’s stay, Meagan sent frequent photo updates and was very responsive!”


“This is the first time we have had a pet sitter take care of Ralph. Charlene and her family are the best! They sent me pictures of Ralph every day. They made me feel at ease. Ralph seems to like them too. I would like to ask for her help again! Thank you very much!!”


“Ashley went so above and beyond when taking care of our Puppy! She had amazing communication, was understanding and provided excellent care. Would recommend her to anyone!”


“Karla and her husband took such wonderful care of my dog Lilo during her overnight stay! I appreciated their helpful communication and the effort they took to get to know Lilo and help her feel at home. Would highly recommend! :)”


“Ines was a fantastic dog sitter to my dog. She arranged time to get to know him and his personality traits and asked me many questions regarding his needs and how he likes to be cared for. I left him in her care for 3 nights and 4 days and miscalculated how much food to bring. She offered some great solutions and in the end made him some rice, chicken, and carrots to which he was delighted to eat. I received many thoughtful pictures and texts during my trip which left me assured I made the right choice to book Ines. My dog had a luxurious time in my absence. Thank you Ines!”


“Ying was amazing! She took such great care of my pup and kept me updated with photos and messages throughout the stay. I could tell my dog was happy, comfortable, and well-loved. It’s such a relief to find someone so reliable and caring — I’ll definitely be booking again. Highly recommend!”


“Diana was awesome with my dog Bailey! She kept me updated and sent me pictures/ videos, took him out for walks often and cared for him as if he was her own. I would definitely reach out to Diana for overnight stay or day care! Communication and everything was overall excellent. Very satisfied with her work!”


“This was our first experience with Rover so my anxiety was through the roof. However, Baining was absolutely the BEST first experience. She gave frequent updates and pictures and even gave us a small dog training tip! She was extremely responsive and our pup looked so happy in every picture she sent. We will definitely be booking with Baining again if we can!!”


“We’re so grateful for Rommel and his family for taking such great care of our dogs while we were away. They treated our dogs like part of their own family and made sure they felt safe, loved, and well cared for. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing they were in such good hands. We got regular updates, and it was clear they were happy and comfortable the whole time. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy dog sitter!”


“I boarded my dog Simba with Twinkle — and just like her name, she truly sparkled as a sitter! She was warm, friendly, and kept me updated with Simba's adventures. When Simba threw up, Twinkle noticed right away, took great care of him, and even gave him a bath (bonus sparkle points!). Simba came back happy, clean, and clearly well-loved. Twinkle is a gem, and she’ll definitely be my go-to sitter from now on!”


About: Hi, I’m Thomas! From playful pups to wise old seniors, I’ve had the joy of working with them all-and I treat each one like they’re part of my family. Whether your pup needs long walks, gentle care, or time on the couch watching TV, I’m here to help. I understand that every pet has their own quirks, routines, and needs and I genuinely love getting to know what makes each one special. I currently work from home (aside from the occasional sales call or business trip) so I have plenty of time for walks on the Back Bay, bathroom breaks, and pets on the couch! I love having dogs around, and routinely watch my brother and sister-in-law’s Bernedoodle, Olive. I have no problem having your pup on my couch, and I’m also happy to hang at your home too!

“Connie always goes above and beyond in taking care of my Miska. My husky cannot be left alone, and Connies’s dog sitting services has literally allowed me to have my life back and love my little guy even more. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED”

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Bennie & Jennie D.


“Mitsy had a great time with Bennie and Jennie! They were sure to keep me updated with lots of pictures and cute videos :) They were super attentive to her schedule and quirks and overall made the experience really good. We will definitely be returning in the future!”


Roman K.

“They took good care of my puppy and were flexible with the pick up and drop off time! It was last minute but they were able to help :)”


Doug R.

“Great thoughtful sitter who took care of our dog for a week! The pictures and updates showed me that she was cared for with affection. Would definitely trust our dog with Doug again!”


Maria D.

“Maria took care of Ekko for about a week and can't thank her enough. Very good communication and provided daily updates. Will definitely look for her services again!”


Jesslyn S.

“Jesslyn was kind enough to take my pup on short notice. She was so sweet and easy to communicate with. My dog immediately felt at ease with her kind spirit and welcoming nature, and she returned happy :)”


Tina L.

“Tina and her daughters were amazing! They truly did treat Albi like their own furbaby. I'm so grateful for Tina's patience and special care for my 5.5 months Albi - teaching him how to not be fearful of going on walks and helped reinforce his potty training, and making sure he is comfortable at all times. Also loved that Albi has found a forever friend with Tina's daughters ♡♡. I highly recommend Tina's services, and will definitely continue to board Albi with her.”


Igor N.


“Igor and his family were great. They were very flexible with their schedule and sent me pictures and videos all the time. I could tell my girls had a great vacation with them! Thank you so much!!”


Nika M.

“Nika is very sweet and caring 💕 I could tell she really loves dogs. She gives frequent updates 👍🏻I’m a Repeat customer and will be using Nika again 😊”


Meagan C.

“My dog had a great time with Meagan and her husband! When we first booked our boarding appointment, Meagan reached out and offered to do a meet and greet which i really appreciated. Before dropping Soda off, Meagan asked a lot of questions and made sure she knew everything she needed to in order to give Soda the best care. During Soda’s stay, Meagan sent frequent photo updates and was very responsive!”


Charlene H.

“This is the first time we have had a pet sitter take care of Ralph. Charlene and her family are the best! They sent me pictures of Ralph every day. They made me feel at ease. Ralph seems to like them too. I would like to ask for her help again! Thank you very much!!”


Ashley N.

“Ashley went so above and beyond when taking care of our Puppy! She had amazing communication, was understanding and provided excellent care. Would recommend her to anyone!”


Karla Portillo &.

“Karla and her husband took such wonderful care of my dog Lilo during her overnight stay! I appreciated their helpful communication and the effort they took to get to know Lilo and help her feel at home. Would highly recommend! :)”


Ines M.


“Ines was a fantastic dog sitter to my dog. She arranged time to get to know him and his personality traits and asked me many questions regarding his needs and how he likes to be cared for. I left him in her care for 3 nights and 4 days and miscalculated how much food to bring. She offered some great solutions and in the end made him some rice, chicken, and carrots to which he was delighted to eat. I received many thoughtful pictures and texts during my trip which left me assured I made the right choice to book Ines. My dog had a luxurious time in my absence. Thank you Ines!”


Ying C.

“Ying was amazing! She took such great care of my pup and kept me updated with photos and messages throughout the stay. I could tell my dog was happy, comfortable, and well-loved. It’s such a relief to find someone so reliable and caring — I’ll definitely be booking again. Highly recommend!”


Diana G.

“Diana was awesome with my dog Bailey! She kept me updated and sent me pictures/ videos, took him out for walks often and cared for him as if he was her own. I would definitely reach out to Diana for overnight stay or day care! Communication and everything was overall excellent. Very satisfied with her work!”


Baining K.

“This was our first experience with Rover so my anxiety was through the roof. However, Baining was absolutely the BEST first experience. She gave frequent updates and pictures and even gave us a small dog training tip! She was extremely responsive and our pup looked so happy in every picture she sent. We will definitely be booking with Baining again if we can!!”


Rommel B.

“We’re so grateful for Rommel and his family for taking such great care of our dogs while we were away. They treated our dogs like part of their own family and made sure they felt safe, loved, and well cared for. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing they were in such good hands. We got regular updates, and it was clear they were happy and comfortable the whole time. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy dog sitter!”


Twinkle G.

“I boarded my dog Simba with Twinkle — and just like her name, she truly sparkled as a sitter! She was warm, friendly, and kept me updated with Simba's adventures. When Simba threw up, Twinkle noticed right away, took great care of him, and even gave him a bath (bonus sparkle points!). Simba came back happy, clean, and clearly well-loved. Twinkle is a gem, and she’ll definitely be my go-to sitter from now on!”


Thomas K.
“Thomas took care of both of our cats, Hana and Miso and sent us pictures of the cats playing during our trip. They were very happy and we greatly appreciated all the time and care Thomas put in. Loves animals!”


Connie

“Connie always goes above and beyond in taking care of my Miska. My husky cannot be left alone, and Connies’s dog sitting services has literally allowed me to have my life back and love my little guy even more. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED”
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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 University Park.
Rover makes it easy to find University Park 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.
