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Sitter Profile Image: Myra L.
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Myra L.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
151 reviews
74 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Hildebran, NC, 28637

Myra and Rick are the sweetest people ever. Sheba my shepherd mix had stayed at a kennel last year and was so nervous she didnt eat the entire 7 days we were gone. Bella my pomeranian has never stayed with anyone but my brother in law due to health problems and needing to be hand fed due to her health issue. So needless to say both my girls are a little high maintenance. The girls and I met with Myra and Rick before their stay and it was like they had know each other for years. We went over everything about the girls from their quirks to their specials needs. Myra kept me updated on the girls while they were there and sent me pictures. I have no idea how she got my big dog to stay still but she was able to get the most beautiful picture of her to send me. Both girls seemed to really enjoy their stay. I think they are already missing Myra and Rick. We will be seeing them again soon.

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Karen B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
19 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Hickory, NC, 28601

Karen and Terry are awesome! They took care of my two shih tzus, who are not very socialized with other dogs, and they did awesome with them. I was so much more comfortable and at ease knowing they were with someone all the time, rather than being boarded and alone and separated most of the time. Karen also sent pics and videos the whole time and that was so nice to have. When I picked them up I could tell Opie and Tori had been very well cared for, and they were happy! You can definitely see that they are animal lovers and care for them as their own. I am so happy to have found them and will definitely not hesitate to use them the next time I can't take my babies with me. Thank you Karen and Terry! 5 Stars All The Way!

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Kathleen O.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
30 repeat clients
38 years of experience
Hickory, NC, 28602

This was my first time leaving Lulu with anyone other than friends or family, since adopting her 2+ years ago. I was extremelyyyy nervous about leaving her, but Kathy sent daily texts and photos to put my mind at ease. She even let us pick up Lulu on the last day at 10PM, and greeted me with chocolate! Who doesn't love that? My first DogVacay experience was a great one, and we will definitely be using Kathy again!

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Rachel & Donald K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
25 years of experience
Hickory, NC, 28602

If you have a dog with needs, or just a dog you love, I would highly recommend Rachel and Donald to you! It was such a blessing to go on vacation and not worry about my pet! My dog is old, blind and deaf, so I do worry when I go on vacation. If I am not near, he gets very anxious. And it is hard for him to navigate a new place. But after our meet and greet, my own anxiety began to leave. Rachel and Donald sent more than one daily update with pictures. For once, I was not in a hurry to get back home! When I picked him up, he acted like he would have been fine to stay longer. I could tell they loved on and cared for my dog as well as I do. I will definitely use Rachel and Donald every time I go out of town. Again, if you have a dog with needs, or just a dog you love, I would highly recommend Rachel and Donald to you.

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Donald A.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
12 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Conover, NC, 28613

Donald does a great job picking Duke up, watching him at his home and bringing Duke back home. He communicates daily with pictures and texts. Duke is always happy and well following his stays. Donald is our go to dog sitter and we highly recommend him.

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Sitter Profile Image: Susan G.
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Susan G.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
7 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Lincolnton, NC, 28092

Susan and her daughters were amazing with our two dogs! I received 15-20 photos a day plus additional videos. The girls looked happy and very well taken care of. They even came home smelling free and clean! Will for sure use in the future and recommend to anyone!

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Bethany T.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Vale, NC, 28168

Would definitely recommend Bethany to watch your fur baby! Miss Nova had a blast and my man heart was happy with the multiple pictures, videos and updates! I will definitely book with her for our next getaway!

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Ginia E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
15 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lincolnton, NC, 28092

This was our first time using Rover. And Ginia and her family were great. Daisy loved her stay with them. She had so much fun. Ginia gave me updates daily which assured us we made a good decision choosing them to care for Daisy. We will definitely be using Ginia again. Feel confident in booking with Ginia.

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Shakeitha P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Hickory, NC, 28602

Wonderful, I love the convenience of having her pick him up and drop him off, he was worn out when he got home which is great, he got to burn off lots of energy, and she was a sweetheart, who had a long goodbye of kisses from Gucci

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Natalie M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
90 reviews
23 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Crouse, NC, 28033

Natalie was great and really sweet. She took care of my cats well and even worked with me on a last minute request! If I ever need boarding again she will be my go to. Thank you Natalie!

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooke L.
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Brooke L.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
151 reviews
75 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Statesville, NC, 28625

Brooke and family took excellent care of our smallest family member. I plan to continue to reach out to Brooke for all future stays for Luna.

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Alison & Richard C.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
38 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Denver, NC, 28037

Bear seemed comfortable and happy with Richard and Alison and their two dogs. They were good about sending updates and photos too to let me know how he was doing.

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Michelle W.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
14 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Statesville, NC, 28625

Michelle was absolutely wonderful! Miss Olivia did great and I was updated numerous times a day which helped my kids and I from being away from our precious puppy. We will most definitely use her for any future trips.

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Laura M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
8 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Lenoir, NC, 28645

Could not recommended Laura enough! She did an amazing job with Ebeneezer and even though we were worried about his anxiety…he felt right at home with her! She constantly provided updates and pictures to let us know how he was doing. Plus she responded quickly to any texts we sent! Would definitely use her services again in the future 💜

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Sherrie D.
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$59
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5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
18 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Hudson, NC, 28638

My dogs loved staying with Sherrie! She sent lots of pictures and was a great communicator. I had peace of mind on my trip that my dogs were being well cared for.

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Stephanie B.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Hickory, NC, 28602

Steph did a great job caring for my dog. She sent me pics and videos and it allowed me to enjoy my trip without worrying about how my pup was doing. I'll definitely use her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Tanya B.
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Tanya B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Granite Falls, NC, 28630

Best dog sitter we've ever had. Our dog seemed to love all the other animals and Tanya gave our dog Bummer extra attention. Bummer may have found a second home. Thank you so much!

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Sitter Profile Image: Dawn S.
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Dawn S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Valdese, NC, 28690

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!

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Sitter Profile Image: Scarlett P.
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Scarlett P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
14 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Mooresville, NC, 28115

Scarlett was great with our two pups - helped them acclimate and feel comfortable before we left and they were quite happy when we returned to get them.

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Sitter Profile Image: Deborah & Ronald P.
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Deborah & Ronald P.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
93 reviews
57 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Bessemer City, NC, 28016

Gunner only stayed for a few days but I can tell he was well taken care of. Deborah is very knowledgeable about dogs and training so I felt very comfortable leaving my pup with her. I'd definitely recommend her and her husband to anyone needing a dog sitter!

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Steph did a great job caring for my dog. She sent me pics and videos and it allowed me to enjoy my trip without worrying about how my pup was doing. I'll definitely use her again!

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Cyndy S.
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Lori was amazing! She took such great care of my pet and gave me peace of mind while I was away. Communication was smooth, and I could tell my pet felt safe and loved with her. I’ll definitely be rebooking with Lori in the future!

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Taitang M.
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Lori took good care of my dog. She communicated with me. She was kind enough to let us come meet and introduce our dogs before the stay.

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As of Jun 2026, 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 $48 per night.

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As of Jun 2026, 144 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, 89% of Hickory dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide dog boarding in Hickory have an average of 20 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 144 dog boarding sitters in Hickory on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Hickory, 89% 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.

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.