Dog Boarding in Mills River, NC
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“Ann & Jaren are fantastic. It definitely made our trip easier knowing that our dog was in loving hands. The picture updates were a nice a touch. Ann & Jaren will be our go-to for any future travels.”
“Megan did a great job with our Weimaraner Washburn. We got lots of pics and frequent updates. He was treated like family and had a great time at Megan's house. Would definitely recommend.”
“Michelle is the best host in the area. She is loving, attentive, send a bunch a photos and updates and takes really good care of my dogs. Her space is perfect for them: it's spacious with a fenced backyard. They even came back smelling really well after ten days with her, as shen cleaned them with baby wipes. And she gifted them with special doggie home made cookies. Michelle really loves dogs and I am very comfortable leaving my loved ones with her.”
“The best sitters! Lacie goes out of her way to make you comfortable and ensure all needs are met. I felt very at ease leaving Stink with her. Lots of photos and videos and great updates. She’s outstanding!!”
“Absolutely perfect sitter! I received constant updates and photos while my dog was away. He was taken on runs, and seemed to always be on a new outdoor adventure. If you’re in the Asheville area and looking for someone to watch your pup, look no further! Will definitely rebook if I’m back in town. Thanks again!”
“Jennifer is an amazing sitter! She was so attentive to our dogs needs and we felt so comfortable leaving him for the weekend. She updated us with pictures and messages letting us know what was happening. We will definitely be asking her to watch Ash again. I cannot recommend anyone more!”
“Kharen took amazing care of my dog while I was out of town. She sent plenty of pictures and kept me up to date on how she was doing every day. I could tell she was very well loved while I was away, which makes traveling much less stressful. I would definitely book Kharen again and recommend to others!”
“Honey had a great time with Deborah. She was well taken care of and Deborah sent pictures every day. If you need a caregiver for your pet, you can trust Deborah.”
“The best! We’ve used her time and time again and our girl is happy and well taken care of! She knows when she’s going and LOVES hopping in the car to go to “the farm”. We also get pics and updates often and couldn’t ask for better!”
“Marie was amazing with our dog Ivy. She sent lots of picture updates, and even drove us to and from the airport (even with last minute flight delays/changes). Would definitely recommend!!”
“We only had our senior foster to adopt pup for a week and found ourselves scrambling to find a pet sitter in the last minute. Fortunately, I stumbled on Rover and miraculously found Ryan. Ryan had us visit before booking to make sure everything would be a good fit. My daughter and I fell in love with Ryan, her animals, and her home. Buddy(dog) immediately took to Ryan and spent most of the time snuggling next to her. Since we only had Buddy for a week, we all knew there may be some behavior issues that surface. Ryan stayed in direct communication with me, letting me know how he was doing and giving me pointers on how to handle some of his behavior issues. I highly recommend Ryan!!!!”
“Laura took such good care of our dog during our trip! She sent daily pictures and updates which helped us feel at ease. She has a great yard for dogs to run around and our dog had the best time! We will definitely be using her again in the future!”
“Calvin was simply amazing and took such great care of Bear! Bear got sick on day one but Calvin was extremely communicative and caring making sure he was taken care of. I felt 100% comfortable knowing Bear was in great hands with Calvin and will definitely use him again. He sent updates, pics and videos each day and even sent us home with some printed pictures of his stay as well as a new toy. I can’t recommend Calvin enough!”
“Lindsey was fantastic and I'm so glad I found her. She was conveniently located just off of Long Shoals and 26. Once we met I felt like I could breathe with ease - I trusted her from the outset. She's sweet, smart and responsible, and has the cutest dog herself and Gracie took to him without even the slightest hesitation, which is unique for her. During the time Lindsey was great with communication and sent photos that made me smile. So yes, I'll be asking Lindsey again, especially whenever I take trips south from Asheville -- for sure.”
“Melissa and her daughter were great with all of our boys, we could tell they were loved during their stay. She was very flexible and responsive for it being a holiday, thank you again Melissa”
“I was a little anxious about leaving my 7-year-old dog with a non-family member for the first time in his life - and for six days at that - but Diane is great and made me feel at ease with it all. She's a retired school teacher and administrator with a big fenced yard in a very quiet neighborhood, and she kept me posted with regular communications over the six days. My dog had a great time with Diane and June (her dog), and I will DEFINITELY book Diane for future out-of-town trips whenever she's available. I could not imagine a better dog-sitter.”
“Elijah was the best! Quick communicator. And I felt very at ease leaving my fur baby with him. I will certainly use him again. This, by far, has been my best pet sitting experience in years! THANK YOU SO MUCH, Elijah!”
“Richard and his family were so nice to meet! I could definitely tell Tivoli felt comfortable with him and company, I’m glad that he had such a great time out on some fun activities too!”
“They took great care and attention to my Shiloh during her stay with them. A couple of walks a day. Lots of pics updates! Easy communicating with them. Shiloh thoroughly enjoyed her stay and will definitely be back...💜”
“Great experience. Lisa kept us up-to-date and informed daily. Really enjoyed the easy process and she asked lots of relevant questions about our pup prior to drop off. Highly recommended.”
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Ann & Jaren S.Star Sitter
“Ann & Jaren are fantastic. It definitely made our trip easier knowing that our dog was in loving hands. The picture updates were a nice a touch. Ann & Jaren will be our go-to for any future travels.”
Megan & Nicole S.Star Sitter
“Megan did a great job with our Weimaraner Washburn. We got lots of pics and frequent updates. He was treated like family and had a great time at Megan's house. Would definitely recommend.”
Michelle R.
“Michelle is the best host in the area. She is loving, attentive, send a bunch a photos and updates and takes really good care of my dogs. Her space is perfect for them: it's spacious with a fenced backyard. They even came back smelling really well after ten days with her, as shen cleaned them with baby wipes. And she gifted them with special doggie home made cookies. Michelle really loves dogs and I am very comfortable leaving my loved ones with her.”
Lacie B.Star Sitter
“The best sitters! Lacie goes out of her way to make you comfortable and ensure all needs are met. I felt very at ease leaving Stink with her. Lots of photos and videos and great updates. She’s outstanding!!”
KaLynn S.
Star Sitter
“Absolutely perfect sitter! I received constant updates and photos while my dog was away. He was taken on runs, and seemed to always be on a new outdoor adventure. If you’re in the Asheville area and looking for someone to watch your pup, look no further! Will definitely rebook if I’m back in town. Thanks again!”
Jennifer C.
“Jennifer is an amazing sitter! She was so attentive to our dogs needs and we felt so comfortable leaving him for the weekend. She updated us with pictures and messages letting us know what was happening. We will definitely be asking her to watch Ash again. I cannot recommend anyone more!”
Kharen C.Star Sitter
“Kharen took amazing care of my dog while I was out of town. She sent plenty of pictures and kept me up to date on how she was doing every day. I could tell she was very well loved while I was away, which makes traveling much less stressful. I would definitely book Kharen again and recommend to others!”
Deborah F.Star Sitter
“Honey had a great time with Deborah. She was well taken care of and Deborah sent pictures every day. If you need a caregiver for your pet, you can trust Deborah.”
Alison A.Star Sitter
“The best! We’ve used her time and time again and our girl is happy and well taken care of! She knows when she’s going and LOVES hopping in the car to go to “the farm”. We also get pics and updates often and couldn’t ask for better!”
Marie L.Star Sitter
“Marie was amazing with our dog Ivy. She sent lots of picture updates, and even drove us to and from the airport (even with last minute flight delays/changes). Would definitely recommend!!”
Ryan S.Star Sitter
“We only had our senior foster to adopt pup for a week and found ourselves scrambling to find a pet sitter in the last minute. Fortunately, I stumbled on Rover and miraculously found Ryan. Ryan had us visit before booking to make sure everything would be a good fit. My daughter and I fell in love with Ryan, her animals, and her home. Buddy(dog) immediately took to Ryan and spent most of the time snuggling next to her. Since we only had Buddy for a week, we all knew there may be some behavior issues that surface. Ryan stayed in direct communication with me, letting me know how he was doing and giving me pointers on how to handle some of his behavior issues. I highly recommend Ryan!!!!”
Laura M.Star Sitter
“Laura took such good care of our dog during our trip! She sent daily pictures and updates which helped us feel at ease. She has a great yard for dogs to run around and our dog had the best time! We will definitely be using her again in the future!”
Calvin S.
“Calvin was simply amazing and took such great care of Bear! Bear got sick on day one but Calvin was extremely communicative and caring making sure he was taken care of. I felt 100% comfortable knowing Bear was in great hands with Calvin and will definitely use him again. He sent updates, pics and videos each day and even sent us home with some printed pictures of his stay as well as a new toy. I can’t recommend Calvin enough!”
Lindsey T.
“Lindsey was fantastic and I'm so glad I found her. She was conveniently located just off of Long Shoals and 26. Once we met I felt like I could breathe with ease - I trusted her from the outset. She's sweet, smart and responsible, and has the cutest dog herself and Gracie took to him without even the slightest hesitation, which is unique for her. During the time Lindsey was great with communication and sent photos that made me smile. So yes, I'll be asking Lindsey again, especially whenever I take trips south from Asheville -- for sure.”
Melissa K.
“Melissa and her daughter were great with all of our boys, we could tell they were loved during their stay. She was very flexible and responsive for it being a holiday, thank you again Melissa”
Diane H.
“I was a little anxious about leaving my 7-year-old dog with a non-family member for the first time in his life - and for six days at that - but Diane is great and made me feel at ease with it all. She's a retired school teacher and administrator with a big fenced yard in a very quiet neighborhood, and she kept me posted with regular communications over the six days. My dog had a great time with Diane and June (her dog), and I will DEFINITELY book Diane for future out-of-town trips whenever she's available. I could not imagine a better dog-sitter.”
Elijah A.Star Sitter
“Elijah was the best! Quick communicator. And I felt very at ease leaving my fur baby with him. I will certainly use him again. This, by far, has been my best pet sitting experience in years! THANK YOU SO MUCH, Elijah!”
Richard D.Star Sitter
“Richard and his family were so nice to meet! I could definitely tell Tivoli felt comfortable with him and company, I’m glad that he had such a great time out on some fun activities too!”
Thomas R.
“They took great care and attention to my Shiloh during her stay with them. A couple of walks a day. Lots of pics updates! Easy communicating with them. Shiloh thoroughly enjoyed her stay and will definitely be back...💜”
Lisa & Angie M.
“Great experience. Lisa kept us up-to-date and informed daily. Really enjoyed the easy process and she asked lots of relevant questions about our pup prior to drop off. Highly recommended.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Mills River is $50 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $350. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Mills River dog boarding rates can be found as low as $31 to as high as $71 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 339 sitters provided dog boarding in Mills River. 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 Mills River dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Mills River have an average of 18 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 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 Mills River.
Rover makes it easy to find Mills River 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 339 dog boarding sitters in Mills River on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Mills River, 93% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 98% 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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