Dog Boarding in Amherst, NC
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“Codi was so incredible with our pups! We knew from the start she was a wonderful person who would give our babies great care! They both came home happy and safe! We will absolutely have Codi take care of them again! We feel very comfortable recommending her to everyone!”
“Our boys were well taken care of and loved on at Ginia’s home for a full week! She sent daily pictures and kept us up-to-date with their daily activities. It was such a relief to know they were being treated like family. I highly recommend Ginia !”
“She had a separate room for our 3 kitties with cat tree and litter box. It wasn't crowded. She came in and checked in on them a few times a day. They were just being anti social because of moving. She was a caring individual. She kept the litter boxes clean and was wonderful with communication and pictures.”
“We are so grateful for Charlotte and Justin’s care for our Cavalier, Geoff, while we were vacationing in the Hickory area. Their home and yard are perfect for overnight boarding, playing, feeding, and resting. And they clearly have a genuine love for animals. Definitely recommend them to anyone in the area.”
“Flower enjoyed her weekend with Donald! She was well taken care of and loved while we were gone. Drop off and pick-up were easy! Donald also sent several pictures of Flower while in his care and was easy to get in touch with while we were gone. We appreciated his care of Flower and will definitely use his services in the future!”
“Laura took great care of our dog Bailey. She was very kind, accommodating, and understanding when we had to change our booking in the last minute. She sent us daily updates and pictures to let us know how Bailey was doing. Bailey had a surgery recently and Laura helped her to fully recover. We would definitely recommend Laura to take excellent care of your furry friend.”
“Jill has the perfect home away from home for my dog!! He had a great time there and was given excellent care and really seemed to enjoy hanging out with Opal. Jill is very loving and caring and has a lot of experience with dogs (actually with all kinds of creatures). Very happy I found this place..”
“Was greeted with a nice warm smile when I arrived. My fur baby went right up to her and started sharing his love. Heaven has a nice spacious home that can fit almost any size dog. Heave and her family took very good care of my baby and was flexible with pick-up/drop off times. Will definitely use her again.”
“We felt extremely comfortable leaving our Diva with Karen and Terry (and their sweet menagerie). Karen caught on to Diva's diva-ish quirks right away, and the pictures we got showed Diva being Diva! We would absolutely do this again.”
“Stephanie was great with Max! She kept me updated on their daily activities and ensure to provide him the proper care he needed. I’d love for her to watch Max again in the future!”
“Delihla did such a great job taking care of Aspen! She was very quick to respond to messages and always sent me photos and an update in the morning. Aspen had a blast at her house and I will definitely be booking Delihla again!”
“Allison was great! Smokey had a blast playing with her dogs and chasing squirrels in her yard. She kept us updated with frequent pics and videos! We ran into travel delays and she was extremely accommodating and understanding when we picked Smokey up several hours late. Will definitively recommend her to friends!”
“Our Hubble is already counting the days until his next stay with Taylor! He is a bit timid, but warmed up quickly to Taylor. He also made fast friends with her 2 dogs and her cats. Taylor gave us daily updates and pictures so we were able to relax and enjoy our time away. Hubble often misses meals when he is away from us but he only missed a couple during his 6 days with Taylor, that says a lot about his comfort level with her and her pets! We highly recommend and will use Taylor again!”
“Allison was flexible with my schedule as I was driving back from Washington and got in later than I was expecting. She communicated promptly and shared updates about my fur baby! Highly recommend her 😊”
“Dawn was amazing! She welcomed our two dogs into her home, allowing them space to become comfortable. Her dog was sweet and was patient with ours. She accommodated them with multiple potty breaks throughout the day and let them enjoy couch snuggles. We would recommend her anytime!”
“Hope and her family were absolutely fantastic! She was extremely accommodating, as it was a late notice booking. It was clear immediately that her experience made her a fantastic sitter. She is extremely knowledgeable about dogs, particularly huskies, which was very important for me, as she kept my three year old husky. He has separation anxiety (and let’s be honest, leaving our fur babies is hard on us too!), but Hope went leaps and bounds to make sure he was loved on and felt safe. She sent me lots of updates, pictures, and videos. Atticus left her care having made some fantastic friends with their dogs. Anytime Atticus needs taken care of, Hope will be the first call I make! Do your fur babies and yourself a favor—book with Hope! ??”
About: I’m a dog mom myself and I grew up taking care of animals! I treat every animal I encounter as if they were my own and give them all they love and kindness they deserve! I would be honored to help you with your furry babies and make them feel safe and loved while you are away! I’m a stay at home dog mom who loves taking my little guy out on adventures and he has never met a stranger when it comes to other dogs! We would love for your fur baby to join us on an adventure! If your fur baby is not that adventurous that is not a problem! I have a big fenced in yard and a fur baby of my own who would love to play with your dog. If your dog is not interested in playing with mine we have downstairs play room that is safe for your baby and has the freedom to play sleep and relax. There will be toys a bed and TV for he or she to enjoy and I will have access to them to take outside without them worrying about my dog interfering.
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Codi D.Star Sitter
“Codi was so incredible with our pups! We knew from the start she was a wonderful person who would give our babies great care! They both came home happy and safe! We will absolutely have Codi take care of them again! We feel very comfortable recommending her to everyone!”
Ginia E.Star Sitter
“Our boys were well taken care of and loved on at Ginia’s home for a full week! She sent daily pictures and kept us up-to-date with their daily activities. It was such a relief to know they were being treated like family. I highly recommend Ginia !”
Jimena F.
Star Sitter
“Jimena took such great care of our dog. She even played them calming classical music during their downtime. Will definitely trust her with our dog in the future!”
Natalie M.Star Sitter
“She had a separate room for our 3 kitties with cat tree and litter box. It wasn't crowded. She came in and checked in on them a few times a day. They were just being anti social because of moving. She was a caring individual. She kept the litter boxes clean and was wonderful with communication and pictures.”
Danielle P.Star Sitter
“I'm grateful to have found such a reliable, trustworthy, and kind home and pet sitter and on short notice. Danielle provide comforting updates with pictures daily.”
Valerie G.
“Valerie took exceptional care of my pup, providing me with pictures and status updates throughout the stay. I highly recommend her service and plan to use it again in the future.”
Charlotte & Justin K.Star Sitter
“We are so grateful for Charlotte and Justin’s care for our Cavalier, Geoff, while we were vacationing in the Hickory area. Their home and yard are perfect for overnight boarding, playing, feeding, and resting. And they clearly have a genuine love for animals. Definitely recommend them to anyone in the area.”
Donald A.Star Sitter
“Flower enjoyed her weekend with Donald! She was well taken care of and loved while we were gone. Drop off and pick-up were easy! Donald also sent several pictures of Flower while in his care and was easy to get in touch with while we were gone. We appreciated his care of Flower and will definitely use his services in the future!”
Laura M.
“Laura took great care of our dog Bailey. She was very kind, accommodating, and understanding when we had to change our booking in the last minute. She sent us daily updates and pictures to let us know how Bailey was doing. Bailey had a surgery recently and Laura helped her to fully recover. We would definitely recommend Laura to take excellent care of your furry friend.”
Jill C.Star Sitter
“Jill has the perfect home away from home for my dog!! He had a great time there and was given excellent care and really seemed to enjoy hanging out with Opal. Jill is very loving and caring and has a lot of experience with dogs (actually with all kinds of creatures). Very happy I found this place..”
Heaven B.Star Sitter
“Was greeted with a nice warm smile when I arrived. My fur baby went right up to her and started sharing his love. Heaven has a nice spacious home that can fit almost any size dog. Heave and her family took very good care of my baby and was flexible with pick-up/drop off times. Will definitely use her again.”
Karen B.Star Sitter
“We felt extremely comfortable leaving our Diva with Karen and Terry (and their sweet menagerie). Karen caught on to Diva's diva-ish quirks right away, and the pictures we got showed Diva being Diva! We would absolutely do this again.”
Stephanie M.Star Sitter
“Stephanie was great with Max! She kept me updated on their daily activities and ensure to provide him the proper care he needed. I’d love for her to watch Max again in the future!”
Delihla W.
“Delihla did such a great job taking care of Aspen! She was very quick to respond to messages and always sent me photos and an update in the morning. Aspen had a blast at her house and I will definitely be booking Delihla again!”
Allison T.
“Allison was great! Smokey had a blast playing with her dogs and chasing squirrels in her yard. She kept us updated with frequent pics and videos! We ran into travel delays and she was extremely accommodating and understanding when we picked Smokey up several hours late. Will definitively recommend her to friends!”
Taylor L.
“Our Hubble is already counting the days until his next stay with Taylor! He is a bit timid, but warmed up quickly to Taylor. He also made fast friends with her 2 dogs and her cats. Taylor gave us daily updates and pictures so we were able to relax and enjoy our time away. Hubble often misses meals when he is away from us but he only missed a couple during his 6 days with Taylor, that says a lot about his comfort level with her and her pets! We highly recommend and will use Taylor again!”
Allison S.
“Allison was flexible with my schedule as I was driving back from Washington and got in later than I was expecting. She communicated promptly and shared updates about my fur baby! Highly recommend her 😊”
Dawn S.
“Dawn was amazing! She welcomed our two dogs into her home, allowing them space to become comfortable. Her dog was sweet and was patient with ours. She accommodated them with multiple potty breaks throughout the day and let them enjoy couch snuggles. We would recommend her anytime!”
Hope L.
“Hope and her family were absolutely fantastic! She was extremely accommodating, as it was a late notice booking. It was clear immediately that her experience made her a fantastic sitter. She is extremely knowledgeable about dogs, particularly huskies, which was very important for me, as she kept my three year old husky. He has separation anxiety (and let’s be honest, leaving our fur babies is hard on us too!), but Hope went leaps and bounds to make sure he was loved on and felt safe. She sent me lots of updates, pictures, and videos. Atticus left her care having made some fantastic friends with their dogs. Anytime Atticus needs taken care of, Hope will be the first call I make! Do your fur babies and yourself a favor—book with Hope! ??”
Tabatha T.
“I am writing a testimonial regarding Tabatha K. She is a very loving and caring person. She loves animals of all kinds. She has a dog named Copper and she just adores him. She also has taught him several commands and she takes the time to get a feel for the animal. She is honest and respectful and would do a wonderful job with any pet. She is also very concerned with animal safety. So whether she would be caring for a pet or out on a walk, she would always consider that pets safety first. If she feels that something isn't right, then she would make the decision to get the animal to safety. I would feel very confident to let Tabatha care for my furbaby.”
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As of Aug 2025, 98 sitters provided dog boarding in Amherst. 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, 97% of Amherst dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Amherst have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Amherst.
Rover makes it easy to find Amherst 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 98 dog boarding sitters in Amherst on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Amherst, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% 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.
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