Dog Boarding in Durham
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“Alexis, her husband and Bane (their pup) made OB stay amazing. I got pictures and Updates every day and he was having such an amazing time. They spent so much time and focus on him and he had a wonderful time with his doggy play friend. I definitely recommend booking them to watch your beloved pet.”
“Marilyn was amazinggggg! My pup was soo well exercised when he came home. She sent me so many pictures and updates and it made me feel so reassured while traveling for vacation.”
“Krystene and her family are awesome! My dog Wilbur has stayed with them twice now and we had a great experience both times. Wilbur can have a lot of separation anxiety, so it was amazing to see how comfortable he was with Krystene even after staying with her only once. Would definitely recommend Krystene!”
“Jade was great again! We navigated having some overlap with another guest and spent time getting the dogs comfortable with each other. I appreciated her thoughtfulness to call it out and spending extra time to do so.”
“Camila and Lino took amazing care of our doodle pup for the weekend when we needed last minute help. They were very attentive to her needs and kept us informed with pictures and updates. Very positive experience and we recommend them with full confidence.”
“Remi is an anxious dog but seemed to enjoy/was comfortable during her time at Julia’s! Julia sent a ton of pics each day so I was never worried about how she was doing. We’ll definitely be using her again! :)”
“Had such a great experience with Grant! He watched my chihuahua for two days and sent me cute videos and photos which I loved. Super easy to communicate with and really flexible. Would definitely hire him again and recommend him to others!”
“Josie had the best time with Natalie and Honey! She was so accommodating with Josie’s special needs due to separation anxiety and I could tell Josie was right at home. Natalie sent frequent updates and pictures as well. All of her communication was super prompt. Josie can’t wait to go back!”
“Alice pet sat our 3 cats and dog for a week, and we couldn’t be happier with how it went! This was our first time using her services, and she completely exceeded our expectations. What stood out most was her incredible communication. She sent detailed updates every day—even twice a day at the beginning—along with photos and videos. I wasn’t worried for a single moment because I knew what was going on with my pets in even more detail than if I had left them with my dearest friend. Alice didn’t just follow instructions—she genuinely problem-solved for our pets’ comfort. When she noticed the cats weren’t eating as much, she realized their food was near a cold window and moved everything to a warmer spot. She relocated all their things—food bowls, litter boxes, and water fountain—to the warmest room so they’d be comfortable. That kind of initiative really impressed us. She paid attention to each pet’s unique personality. She noticed Max loves carrying toys in his mouth (he even brought one on a walk and dropped it somewhere along the way!), that Dino meows toward the supply bags, and caught adorable moments like Ashly sleeping with her head hanging off the couch arm. She knew exactly which brush Dino goes crazy for and that Ashly loves being rolled over for pets. She was also patient and gentle with our shyest cat, Kailas, who spent most of his time hiding under the bed. She found ways to bond with him on his terms—leaving lollipop treats near him and noticing he’d quietly eat them when she wasn’t looking. By the end, she even had him eating from her hand! You can tell Alice genuinely loves animals. Her updates were full of warmth and personality that very often made us smile while we were reading them. We had complete peace of mind knowing our pets were in such attentive, loving hands. We’ll definitely be booking her again!”
“Kate had an important work activity in the middle of Kai's stay with her and it was a bit of a challenge finding another sitter at such short time. She was willing to cancel her work commitment if we were not able to find Kai a sitter but luckily everything was sorted out at the last minute. Thank you Kate for your commitment.”
“Bruna was so friendly and great with my dog. She was very accommodating and I felt like she was the perfect sitter. Our booking was a little last minute and I really appreciate her for making every step of booking her easy and stress free. She updated us daily and was a great communicator. Def would rebook again. Thank you so much!”
“Our second time booking with Emily and her care was nothing short of amazing! She sent us daily photos and videos of my high energy beagle having a great time with the other pups. 10/10!”
“Once again, Erin and Dave have gone above and beyond while taking care of my pup. My dog was well taken care of, loved like their own, and Erin was very responsive during the entire stay. My pooch loves staying with Erin and Dave, it’s her own little vacation!”
“Alex was amazing! He’s very caring, easy to communicate with, and always on time. He sent pictures and updates, and it was clear he spent time playing with my dog Shifu, which was awesome. Shifu was clearly happy and comfortable with him. I highly recommend Alex and would definitely book with him again!”
“We are so grateful that we found such an amazing family to love on our Daisy Belle while we are away. Daisy has extreme stranger anxiety, and they took good care of her despite the challenges she has. She came back home happy and content and we could tell she had a good stay. Highly recommend!”
“Denetra was wonderful and it was a smooth & easy process from the initial meet & greet throughout the entire stay. She was responsive and provided daily updates. I found her in a pinch ahead of the July 4th weekend. She was a life saver and Duke seemed to settle in with her immediately! #dogwhisperer”
Over 10,205 pet parents in Durham have booked dog boarding
Durham dog parents share their Rover experiences
Cathryn was absolutely amazing! This was my first time boarding my dog, and her communication and understanding settled the worries and nerves I had. She sent daily updates and pictures, and always answered whenever I reached out. She and her dog Luna took my dog in with open arms and took incredible care of him, will definitely look into booking with her again
Emily was great with our 9-month old puppy, Rosie! We were looking for someone who could handle the extra energy of a puppy and be patient as she continues to learn. This was our first time using Rover and Emily was super responsive and provided great updates while Rosie was in her care. Rosie came home happy and tired from playing with Emily's other pups. We would definitely book with Emily again - it was a relief to know Rosie was in such capable hands.
Kim was amazing — responsible, trustworthy, and left the house in perfect condition. Most importantly, Louie (king paws) is completely obsessed with her because she supported his favorite hobbies—long naps and long walks. Louie and I both agree we will book Kim in the future!
Josie had the best time with Natalie and Honey! She was so accommodating with Josie’s special needs due to separation anxiety and I could tell Josie was right at home. Natalie sent frequent updates and pictures as well. All of her communication was super prompt. Josie can’t wait to go back!
Allison was great with my dog. She sent pictures. She already had a pup she was watching and she still made space for Noodle. She even standards arranged a meet and greet with the dogs to make sure they would be ok. I was running late at pick up and she still worked with me. If Allison is willing Noodle will be coming back.
Nashari took wonderful care of my sweet 16 year old toy poodle, Bella. Bella came back home full of energy and joy, which tells me she had a blast. Also, Bella needed relatively new medication multiple times a day, which had me nervous to leave her behind, but Nashari took care of her so well, you can tell Bella is feeling well and had everything she needed. Thank you, Nashari!!
Alexis and Gage were so wonderful to have as sitters for Kona while my partner and I were away for a week. They did a test session with us in advance to make sure everyone was comfortable and then when the trip came, Alexis sent a daily update with pictures and a description of how the day was. I’m very particular with who I let watch my boy and they put me 100% at ease. Thank you so much!
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Durham is $47
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Sitters in Durham average 11 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Durham is $47 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $329. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Durham dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $61 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 1,728 sitters provided dog boarding in Durham. 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 Durham dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Durham have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 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 Durham.
Rover makes it easy to find Durham 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 1,728 dog boarding sitters in Durham on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Durham, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
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