Dog Boarding in Hickory
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“Highly recommend Codi! My pup has unfortunately had some sitters that clearly did not care to make sure she felt comfortable in their home. Which in turn, she would act skittish and weird when we pick her up and would take days to reacclimate. With Codi, we did not have this experience at all. Our pup seemed to be right at home with Codi and her dogs and cats. Definitely will be using Codi again ☺️”
“At our meet and greet, I knew Karen was the one whom we could leave our dog, Cocoa, with and know she's in good hands. We received daily updates on Cocoa. In no time, Cocoa warmed up to her furball friends and Karen. I highly recommend Karen if you're looking for someone to dog sit your dog.”
“Ginia and her family were so great in caring for Gerty. They sent regular updates and photos. When I picked up Gerty I could tell she was genuinely happy and completely exhausted, which is the best assurance I could’ve asked for! I would absolutely use Ginia again. Book with confidence!”
“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!”
“We highly recommend Donald. He is Duke’s favorite sitter. Donald takes excellent care of our labradoodle and is extremely responsive. We appreciate the pictures and twice daily updates. We will continue to be a repeat customer.”
“I was very pleased with Charlotte and Justin‘s care of my dog. My dog requires medications and they were very attentive to her care. They also sent pictures and let me know how she was doing throughout her stay. I would definitely recommend!”
“Very caring family who will take in your furry loved one, and take care of them with love. She also takes the BEST pics and sends them with updates throughout the visit. Brooke is great!”
About: Hi, I’m Elle! With over 25 years of hands-on experience caring for animals big and small—from playful pups and cuddly cats to goats, peacocks, and everything in between—I offer pet care that goes far beyond the basics. Whether your furry friend needs a fresh groom, a daily walk, or overnight companionship, I provide reliable, loving service tailored to their needs. I’ve built my business on trust, patience, and a true passion for animals. Pets aren’t just clients to me—they’re family. When you leave your pet in my care, you can rest easy knowing they’re in safe, capable, and compassionate hands. Caring for animals isn’t just my job—it’s my full-time passion. Because this is my main focus, your pets receive my full attention, love, and care. You can feel confident knowing they’re in experienced, trustworthy hands. I treat each pet like family, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. Your pet’s comfort is my priority. During overnight stays, I offer baths, grooming, and cuddles—yes, they can sleep in the bed! I don’t use outdoor pens; instead, we enjoy playtime at the dog park and lots of indoor love. I care for each fur baby like they’re my own, giving them a safe, happy, and pampered stay.
“Excellent! Our dogs had a great week, it was clear they felt safe and were well cared for. Our dogs loved playing with Denver too! Would absolutely recommend!!!”
“Natalie and her husband took my 3 dogs in literally the day before my family left on a family trip because I had second thoughts of my previous arrangements. They were with them for 9 days. Their home had plenty of space and running room. She also was very quick with responses and sent updates and pictures to let me know how our 3 dogs were doing. I highly recommend and will be definitely using her again!”
“Laura was wonderful with our mini Bernedoodle! We felt so comfortable knowing that he was in a safe and happy environment. She sent us texts and photos throughout his stay so that we could keep up with how he was doing. We will definitely call on Laura the next time we are in the area! 5 stars!!”
“Katelyn did a great job taking care of my cat Mac. I got daily updates with photos and she kept me informed on how Mac was feeling throughout the day. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone needing a temporary spot for their pet!”
“Absolutely without a doubt the best dog sitter ever! Michelle sent regular updates and pictures of Hershy. She is a loving person that openly loved our Hershy.”
“From the first few minutes of meeting Alison and Richard, we knew they were loving, caring people who would take great care of our boy. Griffin had an absolute BLAST during his stay! I got updates and pictures every day and felt so at ease. He loves Wrigley and Sunny (the perfect play mates and leaders for him), and so do we! We will continue to ask Alison and Richard to watch Griffin for as long as they let us :) I highly recommend anyone use them if they are looking for a fun, caring, home environment for their dog- and stress free for owners- while they are away.”
“Katie did an amazing job. We felt comfortable leaving our baby with her as she had her own sweet Bulldog and understood their needs. She sent us updates and pictures which helped us relax knowing that he Charlie was doing well. Katie had him from Wednesday through Sunday and did an amazing job. We would definitely use Katie again as needed and refer others as well.”
“Baree is amazing! She took great care of our puppy. She took him out for regular walks and sent updates with pictures. She treated him like one of her own dogs. I'll definitely be using her again!”
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Codi D.Star Sitter
“Highly recommend Codi! My pup has unfortunately had some sitters that clearly did not care to make sure she felt comfortable in their home. Which in turn, she would act skittish and weird when we pick her up and would take days to reacclimate. With Codi, we did not have this experience at all. Our pup seemed to be right at home with Codi and her dogs and cats. Definitely will be using Codi again ☺️”
Karen B.Star Sitter
“At our meet and greet, I knew Karen was the one whom we could leave our dog, Cocoa, with and know she's in good hands. We received daily updates on Cocoa. In no time, Cocoa warmed up to her furball friends and Karen. I highly recommend Karen if you're looking for someone to dog sit your dog.”
Ginia E.Star Sitter
“Ginia and her family were so great in caring for Gerty. They sent regular updates and photos. When I picked up Gerty I could tell she was genuinely happy and completely exhausted, which is the best assurance I could’ve asked for! I would absolutely use Ginia again. Book with confidence!”
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!”
Donald A.
Star Sitter
“We highly recommend Donald. He is Duke’s favorite sitter. Donald takes excellent care of our labradoodle and is extremely responsive. We appreciate the pictures and twice daily updates. We will continue to be a repeat customer.”
Charlotte & Justin K.Star Sitter
“I was very pleased with Charlotte and Justin‘s care of my dog. My dog requires medications and they were very attentive to her care. They also sent pictures and let me know how she was doing throughout her stay. I would definitely recommend!”
Amanda D.
“Amanda was a perfect fit for Anna, my little energetic puppy and was very pleasant to work with. She kept me updated with pictures and text on how Anna was doing.”
Brooke L.Star Sitter
“Very caring family who will take in your furry loved one, and take care of them with love. She also takes the BEST pics and sends them with updates throughout the visit. Brooke is great!”
Laurel M.
“Laurel has kept our dog for years. She is absolutely wonderful. She loves animals and gives Finley so much attention when she has her. Finley gets so excited everytime she sees Laurel.”
Michelle & Aurelio N.Star Sitter
“Excellent! Our dogs had a great week, it was clear they felt safe and were well cared for. Our dogs loved playing with Denver too! Would absolutely recommend!!!”
Natalie M.Star Sitter
“Natalie and her husband took my 3 dogs in literally the day before my family left on a family trip because I had second thoughts of my previous arrangements. They were with them for 9 days. Their home had plenty of space and running room. She also was very quick with responses and sent updates and pictures to let me know how our 3 dogs were doing. I highly recommend and will be definitely using her again!”
Laura M.
“Laura was wonderful with our mini Bernedoodle! We felt so comfortable knowing that he was in a safe and happy environment. She sent us texts and photos throughout his stay so that we could keep up with how he was doing. We will definitely call on Laura the next time we are in the area! 5 stars!!”
Katelyn H.
“Katelyn did a great job taking care of my cat Mac. I got daily updates with photos and she kept me informed on how Mac was feeling throughout the day. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone needing a temporary spot for their pet!”
Michelle W.Star Sitter
“Absolutely without a doubt the best dog sitter ever! Michelle sent regular updates and pictures of Hershy. She is a loving person that openly loved our Hershy.”
Alison & Richard C.Star Sitter
“From the first few minutes of meeting Alison and Richard, we knew they were loving, caring people who would take great care of our boy. Griffin had an absolute BLAST during his stay! I got updates and pictures every day and felt so at ease. He loves Wrigley and Sunny (the perfect play mates and leaders for him), and so do we! We will continue to ask Alison and Richard to watch Griffin for as long as they let us :) I highly recommend anyone use them if they are looking for a fun, caring, home environment for their dog- and stress free for owners- while they are away.”
Susan G.
“Susan and her family were the perfect boarding. Good communication and very nice people. I would definitely recommend. Thanks for taking good care of Daisy.”
Lori H.
“Lori is the best! She agreed to watch my dog last minute for an overnight stay an hour before I got there! I am SO grateful. I will definitely book again! :)”
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.”
Katie B.Star Sitter
“Katie did an amazing job. We felt comfortable leaving our baby with her as she had her own sweet Bulldog and understood their needs. She sent us updates and pictures which helped us relax knowing that he Charlie was doing well. Katie had him from Wednesday through Sunday and did an amazing job. We would definitely use Katie again as needed and refer others as well.”
Baree H.
“Baree is amazing! She took great care of our puppy. She took him out for regular walks and sent updates with pictures. She treated him like one of her own dogs. I'll definitely be using her again!”
Over 416 pet parents in Hickory have booked dog boarding
Hickory dog parents share their Rover experiences
Suzanne and her mom, Barb, were AWESOME in watching Buddy for a couple nights. I appreciated all of the photos and updates, plus Buddy loved meeting his new doggy friends. I greatly appreciated all of the love and care for Buddy and will definitely book again. Thank you!
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Hickory is $40 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $280. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Hickory dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $49 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 145 sitters provided dog boarding in Hickory. 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, 94% of Hickory dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Hickory 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 Hickory.
Rover makes it easy to find Hickory 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 145 dog boarding sitters in Hickory on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Hickory, 94% 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.
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