Dog Boarding in Saint James, NC
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“Julia is the best! She cares so much for animals and treats them as her own. Remy loved his stay so much he has already requested a return trip! Thank you Julia!!”


“Robert was great! My dogs were tired and happy when picked up. Robert sent updates with photos and confirmed meal times. I had some things pop up that made my drop off/pick up time different than originally planned and Robert was very accommodating and easy to coordinate with. I'll use Robert again next time I'm in the Wilmington/CB area!”


“Amy and her family do a fantastic job watching Howie when we are out of town. We can tell he feels at home in Amy’s family environment. We also appreciate the photo updates, which Amy does a great job of sending.”


“Haley is so wonderful and took great care of Charlie! Appreciate her flexibility with logistics and the sweet updates she sent of Charlie loving life with her new little friend 💛”


“Meagan and her family were wonderful with my girl, Sookie! Sookie needs to be around confident dogs and Maegan's two were exactly that. From the first moment we met, I knew that "we had a match" for my dog. All the pictures and updates from Maegan were reassuring and it was clear to see that things were going very well. She clearly loves all dogs and is very attentive and in tune with their moods and actions. Her home and fenced yard were secure, safe, comfortable and very welcoming. My one concern going into this was that Maegan has small children and my dog hasn't been around many. But I expressed my unnecessary concern and learned that her kids are as professional, sensitive and loving of dogs as their parents. Five stars doesn't seem like enough!”

“Angela took amazing care of my dog Dino while I was out of town for Memorial Day! She kept up with his routine, gave him plenty of exercise even though it was rainy, safely administered his medication, and made him feel right at home while I was away. I would definitely recommend her and know Dino is looking forward to his next stay!”


“Lara did a outstanding job with our little dog Izzy. She kept us informed on how Izzy was doing with photos, videos, and text messages since we were gone for two weeks to visit our family in Anchorage. We will definitely use her again. I was afraid that our Izzy wasn't going to want to come back home. I highly recommend that you give her a try. Very reasonable compared to other sitters.”


“Kaylah and family are the best boarders we ever had for our fury friends . They feel like at home once boarded and have no problem to stay . What a great family and well educated kids !”


“Our dogs were well cared for and we felt so safe leaving them on our trip. Aunna was consistently communicating and sending photos of the pups. She is a wonderful sitter and we are grateful we found her.”


“Helena was a wonderful dog sitter for my 9 year old dog Moose. She was very accommodating when I needed to adjust the drop off and pick up times, and took the time to get to know Moose before boarding him. I appreciated that she only boards one dog at a time, which allowed her to give Moose individualized care and attention. Throughout the stay, Helena sent me regular photo updates and captions about their activities. When I picked Moose up, he seemed happy and tired out from all the fun he had. She was attentive to Moose and ensured he was comfortable throughout his stay. Helena frequently commented on what a well-behaved and great dog Moose is. I would absolutely trust Helena to care for Moose again in the future.”


“Jasmine and Pearl had the best time!! Thank you so much for taking such good care of them. I would highly recommend and will use again in the future.”



“She is an extremely sweet girl. My Si reían Husky Thor love being with her an she always sent me and pictures of my dog so I could see how my dog was doing. Highly recommended ahí is a responsible person.”


“Our first time leaving our pup with a sitter (we've only left them with family before) was a great experience! We left him with Christine for 10 days after a couple short trial visits before the trip. We found Christine to be calm, knowledgeable and diligent. Our naturally nervous guy warmed up to her quickly. At first he was very worried so she made special arrangements in her home to help him settle and paid close attention to him until he felt safe. Photo and video updates of our pup every day made us feel so much more comfortable, too. We could see him relaxing and starting to have fun in her care, which made our trip out of town much less stressful. She was great about contacting us with any questions or concerns about our boy, and she handled everything very well. Christine was so awesome at taking special care of our dog, that we could see he honestly loved her by the end of the stay, and she is now our go-to dog sitter. Overall a really nice experience for us and our pup!”


“Stella took great care of my girls (a Boston terrier and a “Velcro” Dalmatian) for a week. It was a last minute booking and she communicated so promptly and professionally. She even offered a meet and greet which made me feel even more comfortable leaving our fur babies with her. Stella had a great yard for them to play in, and updated us with pictures and videos nearly everyday! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a sitter that they can trust and feel like their babies were made feel right at home! Thank you Stella!”


“Ollie had a great stay with Yueqian and her family. I knew how great a time Ollie had when I saw how much she didn’t want to go home with me. Will definitely trust Yueqian again with Ollie in the future.”


“Stephanie is the best! She was so kind and understanding. Sent a lot of photos and updates and let me know how Ripley was doing throughout the day. 10/10 would recommend as your next sitter. She did an excellent job and her communication skills are stellar”


“Angie was so great!! We were first time boarders and she put our minds right at ease! She sent daily updates and pictures and took such good care of Charlie. Would highly recommend her!!”


“Alexia was great and my girl, Sookie, had a great time! Communication was on point and frequent. It was clear my girl was comfortable with her family (including the fur babies) and I'd happily rebook.”


“How lucky we feel for finding Daniel! Our dog had the best time, looked so happy and seemed to really love Daniel. I’m grateful for the clear and quick responses and updates. We’re looking forward to next time!”


About: I have never been without dogs in my life! My friends call me the "dog whisperer". No children in the home any more (all are in college or graduated), so we treat our canine guests as family with love and attention. I am working from home and have time to care for, play with, and take walks with your furry family members. My wife also works from home and loves dogs just as much as I do! I have two friendly dogs to keep your pup company. Your dog(s) would be treated as part of the family! They have free roam of the house except the bedrooms. We have pet beds in the living room and office for sleeping at night.
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Julia H.Star Sitter

“Julia is the best! She cares so much for animals and treats them as her own. Remy loved his stay so much he has already requested a return trip! Thank you Julia!!”


Robert B.
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“Robert was great! My dogs were tired and happy when picked up. Robert sent updates with photos and confirmed meal times. I had some things pop up that made my drop off/pick up time different than originally planned and Robert was very accommodating and easy to coordinate with. I'll use Robert again next time I'm in the Wilmington/CB area!”


Amy H.

“Amy and her family do a fantastic job watching Howie when we are out of town. We can tell he feels at home in Amy’s family environment. We also appreciate the photo updates, which Amy does a great job of sending.”


Haley S.Star Sitter

“Haley is so wonderful and took great care of Charlie! Appreciate her flexibility with logistics and the sweet updates she sent of Charlie loving life with her new little friend 💛”


Maegan K.Star Sitter

“Meagan and her family were wonderful with my girl, Sookie! Sookie needs to be around confident dogs and Maegan's two were exactly that. From the first moment we met, I knew that "we had a match" for my dog. All the pictures and updates from Maegan were reassuring and it was clear to see that things were going very well. She clearly loves all dogs and is very attentive and in tune with their moods and actions. Her home and fenced yard were secure, safe, comfortable and very welcoming. My one concern going into this was that Maegan has small children and my dog hasn't been around many. But I expressed my unnecessary concern and learned that her kids are as professional, sensitive and loving of dogs as their parents. Five stars doesn't seem like enough!”
Angela V.Star Sitter

“Angela took amazing care of my dog Dino while I was out of town for Memorial Day! She kept up with his routine, gave him plenty of exercise even though it was rainy, safely administered his medication, and made him feel right at home while I was away. I would definitely recommend her and know Dino is looking forward to his next stay!”


Lara L.Star Sitter

“Lara did a outstanding job with our little dog Izzy. She kept us informed on how Izzy was doing with photos, videos, and text messages since we were gone for two weeks to visit our family in Anchorage. We will definitely use her again. I was afraid that our Izzy wasn't going to want to come back home. I highly recommend that you give her a try. Very reasonable compared to other sitters.”


Kaylah M.
Star Sitter


“Kaylah and family are the best boarders we ever had for our fury friends . They feel like at home once boarded and have no problem to stay . What a great family and well educated kids !”


Aunna S.

“Our dogs were well cared for and we felt so safe leaving them on our trip. Aunna was consistently communicating and sending photos of the pups. She is a wonderful sitter and we are grateful we found her.”


Helena F.Star Sitter

“Helena was a wonderful dog sitter for my 9 year old dog Moose. She was very accommodating when I needed to adjust the drop off and pick up times, and took the time to get to know Moose before boarding him. I appreciated that she only boards one dog at a time, which allowed her to give Moose individualized care and attention. Throughout the stay, Helena sent me regular photo updates and captions about their activities. When I picked Moose up, he seemed happy and tired out from all the fun he had. She was attentive to Moose and ensured he was comfortable throughout his stay. Helena frequently commented on what a well-behaved and great dog Moose is. I would absolutely trust Helena to care for Moose again in the future.”


Brian F.

“Jasmine and Pearl had the best time!! Thank you so much for taking such good care of them. I would highly recommend and will use again in the future.”




Danielle L.

“She is an extremely sweet girl. My Si reían Husky Thor love being with her an she always sent me and pictures of my dog so I could see how my dog was doing. Highly recommended ahí is a responsible person.”


Christine W.


“Our first time leaving our pup with a sitter (we've only left them with family before) was a great experience! We left him with Christine for 10 days after a couple short trial visits before the trip. We found Christine to be calm, knowledgeable and diligent. Our naturally nervous guy warmed up to her quickly. At first he was very worried so she made special arrangements in her home to help him settle and paid close attention to him until he felt safe. Photo and video updates of our pup every day made us feel so much more comfortable, too. We could see him relaxing and starting to have fun in her care, which made our trip out of town much less stressful. She was great about contacting us with any questions or concerns about our boy, and she handled everything very well. Christine was so awesome at taking special care of our dog, that we could see he honestly loved her by the end of the stay, and she is now our go-to dog sitter. Overall a really nice experience for us and our pup!”


Stella S.

“Stella took great care of my girls (a Boston terrier and a “Velcro” Dalmatian) for a week. It was a last minute booking and she communicated so promptly and professionally. She even offered a meet and greet which made me feel even more comfortable leaving our fur babies with her. Stella had a great yard for them to play in, and updated us with pictures and videos nearly everyday! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a sitter that they can trust and feel like their babies were made feel right at home! Thank you Stella!”


Yueqian S.

“Ollie had a great stay with Yueqian and her family. I knew how great a time Ollie had when I saw how much she didn’t want to go home with me. Will definitely trust Yueqian again with Ollie in the future.”


Stephanie H.Star Sitter

“Stephanie is the best! She was so kind and understanding. Sent a lot of photos and updates and let me know how Ripley was doing throughout the day. 10/10 would recommend as your next sitter. She did an excellent job and her communication skills are stellar”


Angie P.

“Angie was so great!! We were first time boarders and she put our minds right at ease! She sent daily updates and pictures and took such good care of Charlie. Would highly recommend her!!”


Alexia M.

“Alexia was great and my girl, Sookie, had a great time! Communication was on point and frequent. It was clear my girl was comfortable with her family (including the fur babies) and I'd happily rebook.”


Daniel R.

“How lucky we feel for finding Daniel! Our dog had the best time, looked so happy and seemed to really love Daniel. I’m grateful for the clear and quick responses and updates. We’re looking forward to next time!”


Matthew & Stephanie M.
“Matt has taken care of my fur babies from a 5 dogs pack to one dog and cats.The breeds of dogs have been from 100# plus to 7#. I have trusted him in my home. Age of pets have varied from pups to older dogs. He has great knowledge of all of those differences. He is compassionate and pets love him.”
Saint James dog parents share their Rover experiences
We had a GREAT experience with Yueqian! I left my 10 lb Shih tzu (Leo) and 15 lb Bernedoodle (Nellie) in her care and she made sure to go above and beyond. We received multiple pictures every day and she even made a chicken cake for Leo’s birthday! We also needed to pick them up in the middle of the week to take family pictures and she was completely accommodating. If we find ourselves back in Oak Island we will definitely use her again.

Dan is fantastic with dogs and I wouldn't hesitate to leave my Shepherd with him again. He is truly passionate about caring for your animal and it's evident he has a ton of experience, especially with bigger dogs. His place is the perfect spot for boarding and the apartment complex has many dog specific amenities! I could tell my dog fully trusted him and had a fantastic time over the weekend. Without a doubt one of the best experiences I've had on Rover. Highly recommend Dan for caring for your animal. He sent pictures and videos throughout my dogs stay and really help out my mind to ease knowing my child was well taken care of!

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Saint James is $45
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Sitters in Saint James average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Aug 2025, 280 sitters provided dog boarding in Saint James. 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 Saint James dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Saint James 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 Saint James.
Rover makes it easy to find Saint James 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 280 dog boarding sitters in Saint James on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Saint James, 98% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 95% 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.
