Dog Boarding in Sapphire, NC
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“James and Aimee have a really cute and practical set up and look to feel very comfortable with dogs. We left our two dogs with them over a weekend and felt assured that the dogs would be okay. James and Aimee offered updates throughout the weekend and helped us feel that everything was okay. Our dogs looked happy when we picked them up. We would recommend them and look to work with them for future needs. Thank you!”
“Rosie and James communicate throughout the stay with pictures of our pet, and they are always ready when I pick up and drop off, which is nice. Would definitely recommend and use them again!”
“Terry and Kristal always take the best care of our dog. They take the best update photos/videos and they have a huge space for doggies to just go wild! Gus always comes home content and exhausted! Thank you guys! I would recommend them to anyone looking for a great place for pet boarding/day care!”
“Maria was so sweet and made me feel so comfortable leaving my sweet Joey overnight. Great communication and updates with photos throughout his stay. I would recommend Maria to care for your best friends and will definitely be back! Joey can be a handful and Maria made me feel that he was so welcome! Thank you!!”
“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.”
“Ann is one of the nicest Rover sitters we have ever used. Our senior dog has some anxiety, and Ann was so wonderful, and patient, with him. She reached out with updates and questions to ensure she was able to do all she could to make him comfortable and feel more at home with her and her family. We are grateful for all of her help and support and highly recommend Ann.”
“Jen was very flexible and accommodating regarding our drop-off and pickup times; most importantly, she was so warm and loving toward our pup! He had a great time playing with her other dogs and snuggling up with the family. We felt very good about leaving him in her care, and will be back next time we have the chance to be in Highlands!”
“I couldn’t have asked for a better person to watch our puppy for the first time. Elizabeth provided detailed updates and pictures to show what a great time our pup was having with her family. The whole process was wonderful from start to finish. Knowing our dog was in great hands made our time away so much more relaxed and enjoyable. Thank you!!”
“Amanda is so sweet and thoughtful. Her dog Cleo is a cutie pie and did very well with our Golden Retriever during overnight boarding. Great communication. Hope to use her services again in the future. Recommend highly!”
“Five stars all the way. Laura is the best. She is truly an example of VIP dog sitting. She didn’t just look after our dogs, she treated them like family. We were happy FOR THEM that they got to spend the weekend with her. She’s very responsive, organized, professional, loving and caring, and everything you would want in a sitter who you really need to trust. We wholeheartedly recommend Laura and are looking forward to the next time she watches our dogs for us!”
“Kassie was an amazing host! She took excellent care of our little Oscar and she gave constant updates! We felt very comfortable with Kassie's setup and we were happy that Oscar had a nice big fenced in area to run and play with friends. We would highly recommend Kassie to anyone else!!”
“So grateful Hannah was available for our last minute trip for 5 days! She really helped us out bc everywhere else requires a month heads up. Kobe loved being there and made quick friends with all the dogs, he came home happy and super exhausted.”
About: Hi, My name is Ellen and I have owned and worked with dogs and horses my entire life. I retired to WNC in 2016, after a twenty year career of teaching horseback riding to children and adults. I have had some amazing dogs in my life and have never met one I didn’t love. I would welcome the opportunity for you and your dog to come meet George and I to determine if we’re a good fit for each other. George is my nine year old Basset/Poodle rescue. He a real character, with a big personality and loves everyone. I will only take one client at a time, so your pet will have my undivided attention. If your dog likes to hike, I do too :-). Feel free to text or call me with questions or concerns. Hope to speak with you soon. I’m retired and spend a lot of time out in the yard gardening. My yard is fenced, so the dogs supervise :-). I love to walk and hike and take the dog with me if that’s what they enjoy. Alway on a leash of course. My clients dogs are never unsupervised. I have plenty of room in my fenced yard for them to explore, but I am always outside while they are. I have dog bed in every room for their comfort, however I don’t allow pets on my furniture.
“Brandi is amazing! She did great with our fur babies and making sure they had a great time. I really appreciated all the pictures she sent and all the updates! Definitely will be booking with her again! ?”
“Stacey was amazing. Our dog had a great time. She communicated so well with us and sent regular photos. We vacation some in the area and would gladly have Stacey keep our dog another time. Thanks, Stacey!”
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James J.
Star Sitter
“James and Aimee have a really cute and practical set up and look to feel very comfortable with dogs. We left our two dogs with them over a weekend and felt assured that the dogs would be okay. James and Aimee offered updates throughout the weekend and helped us feel that everything was okay. Our dogs looked happy when we picked them up. We would recommend them and look to work with them for future needs. Thank you!”
Rosie & James R.Star Sitter
“Rosie and James communicate throughout the stay with pictures of our pet, and they are always ready when I pick up and drop off, which is nice. Would definitely recommend and use them again!”
Lacie B.Star Sitter
“Lacie was great! Very communicative, easy going, attentive to Louie and his needs. She has a super sweet and bubbly personality. Would totally be a repeat customer.”
Terry & Kristal K.Star Sitter
“Terry and Kristal always take the best care of our dog. They take the best update photos/videos and they have a huge space for doggies to just go wild! Gus always comes home content and exhausted! Thank you guys! I would recommend them to anyone looking for a great place for pet boarding/day care!”
Maria S.
“Maria was so sweet and made me feel so comfortable leaving my sweet Joey overnight. Great communication and updates with photos throughout his stay. I would recommend Maria to care for your best friends and will definitely be back! Joey can be a handful and Maria made me feel that he was so welcome! Thank you!!”
Anna P.
“Eight day stay. Roxy had a great time per the many photos and videos. Anna is a great caregiver and would recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter.”
Hannah M.
“My older, quirky greyhound had a blast with Hannah. He stayed with her for three nights and I couldn’t be happier with his care. I will definitely use her to dog sit again!”
Sylvie G.
“Amazing dog sitter! Sent pictures every day and took amazing care of my dogs! My dogs came back super happy! Would use her again 🥰”
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.”
Ann W.Star Sitter
“Ann is one of the nicest Rover sitters we have ever used. Our senior dog has some anxiety, and Ann was so wonderful, and patient, with him. She reached out with updates and questions to ensure she was able to do all she could to make him comfortable and feel more at home with her and her family. We are grateful for all of her help and support and highly recommend Ann.”
Jennifer C.
“Jen was very flexible and accommodating regarding our drop-off and pickup times; most importantly, she was so warm and loving toward our pup! He had a great time playing with her other dogs and snuggling up with the family. We felt very good about leaving him in her care, and will be back next time we have the chance to be in Highlands!”
Elizabeth W.
“I couldn’t have asked for a better person to watch our puppy for the first time. Elizabeth provided detailed updates and pictures to show what a great time our pup was having with her family. The whole process was wonderful from start to finish. Knowing our dog was in great hands made our time away so much more relaxed and enjoyable. Thank you!!”
Amanda G.
“Amanda is so sweet and thoughtful. Her dog Cleo is a cutie pie and did very well with our Golden Retriever during overnight boarding. Great communication. Hope to use her services again in the future. Recommend highly!”
Pamela M.
“Pamela is good sitter ever. She took care of my dog sincerely. Pamela accepted my request even it was suddenly. She so sweet and I will choose her again.”
Laura O.Star Sitter
“Five stars all the way. Laura is the best. She is truly an example of VIP dog sitting. She didn’t just look after our dogs, she treated them like family. We were happy FOR THEM that they got to spend the weekend with her. She’s very responsive, organized, professional, loving and caring, and everything you would want in a sitter who you really need to trust. We wholeheartedly recommend Laura and are looking forward to the next time she watches our dogs for us!”
Kassie S.Star Sitter
“Kassie was an amazing host! She took excellent care of our little Oscar and she gave constant updates! We felt very comfortable with Kassie's setup and we were happy that Oscar had a nice big fenced in area to run and play with friends. We would highly recommend Kassie to anyone else!!”
Hannah Michelle K.
“So grateful Hannah was available for our last minute trip for 5 days! She really helped us out bc everywhere else requires a month heads up. Kobe loved being there and made quick friends with all the dogs, he came home happy and super exhausted.”
Ellen R.
“I met Ellen after retiring from a career as a Quality Manager, and moving to the Asheville area two years ago. I feel I know Ellen well, and appreciate the level of responsibility she takes with her pet and my three beloved dogs. Ellen is smart, energetic, and a natural with animals. Her past career as a horse trainer aids her skill set wonderfully. In a pet related emergency, I’m confident she would manage it smartly. I have complete trust in Ellen when caring for my pets in my home.”
Brandi P.
“Brandi is amazing! She did great with our fur babies and making sure they had a great time. I really appreciated all the pictures she sent and all the updates! Definitely will be booking with her again! ?”
Stacey V.
“Stacey was amazing. Our dog had a great time. She communicated so well with us and sent regular photos. We vacation some in the area and would gladly have Stacey keep our dog another time. Thanks, Stacey!”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Sapphire is $48 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $336. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Sapphire dog boarding rates can be found as low as $50 to as high as $98 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 74 sitters provided dog boarding in Sapphire. 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 Sapphire dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Sapphire have an average of 20 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 Sapphire.
Rover makes it easy to find Sapphire 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 74 dog boarding sitters in Sapphire on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Sapphire, 90% 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.
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