Rover Kennels

★ 4.1 · 94 Google reviews·Boarding facility·Santa Monica, CA
Rover Kennels, Santa Monica
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score8.4 /10Good · 94 reviews · top 98% in Los Angeles
Sources
Behind the 8.4
Reviews read
94 on Google
Average stars
4.10 ★
Rank
#304 of 333 in Los Angeles
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published4 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08

Rover Kennels is a boarding facility in Santa Monica, CA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 8.4/10 (good) from 94 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars — #304 of 333 in Los Angeles. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 4.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza, leptospirosis

Key facts

Services
BoardingDaycareTrainingDog walking
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Los Angeles
#304 of 333
Google rating
★4.1 (94)
From downtown
14.4 mi
Neighborhood
Ocean Park
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

4/27

4 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“the following vaccines are required: Dogs: Rabies Distemper/Parvo Bordetella Leptospirosis and Canine Influenza are recommended.”roverkennels.com/services/boarding
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Why is a temperament test required? A temperament test helps us get to know your pet before their stay”roverkennels.com/services/boarding
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“All ROVER guests must have proof of current vaccinations prior to boarding or attending a daycare interview. You may bring records with you, or have your vet fax them to us”roverkennels.com/about-us/policies
Operations1 of 21 published
HousingCage free suite
Their words
“give your dog their very own vacation in one of our luxury suites while you’re on vacation ... We believe in providing top-quality services in a caring, fun, safe, and completely cage-free environment”roverkennels.com/
Show 23 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

8.4GoodDogs Away score
5 ★65
4 ★8
3 ★5
2 ★1
1 ★15
★ 4.10Google average
94reviews behind the score
★ 4.61Los Angeles average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

friendly staff 10boarding 6happy staff 5daycare 5anxious dogs 2overnight care 2genuine care 2flexible hours 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Hours

Mon
7 AM–9 PM
Tue
7 AM–9 PM
Wed
7 AM–9 PM
Thu
7 AM–9 PM
Fri
7 AM–9 PM
Sat
9 AM–9 PM
Sun
10 AM–6 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

LAX · Los Angeles International
6.4 mi
BUR · Hollywood Burbank
15.4 mi
LGB · Long Beach
23.3 mi
Weekday hours span
7 AM – 9 PM
Open Sunday
Yes

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

2116 Main St B, Santa Monica, CA 90405, United States

14.4 miles from downtown Los Angeles · Ocean Park · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Rover Kennels

What services does Rover Kennels offer?
Rover Kennels is listed as a kennel in Santa Monica, CA, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Rover Kennels charge?
We did not find a published rate on Rover Kennels's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Los Angeles median published boarding rate is $74/night across 106 facilities.
What vaccines does Rover Kennels require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Rover Kennels?
Rover Kennels's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Rover Kennels compare with other Los Angeles facilities?
It ranks #304 of 333 in the Los Angeles index by Dogs Away score (8.4/10, good), based on 94 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Rover Kennels, Santa Monica, CA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/los-angeles-ca/rover-kennels-7379/

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