Dog Boarding Southport

“Robin took great care of our dog. She sent updates throughout the day and when we picked him up, I could tell he was very relaxed and happy and enjoyed his time with her and her family. We will definitely use her again for our dog!”

Alison T.

“She was very nice with my dog. He had a wonderful time playing with dogs in her house. She took special care in the night as my dog is new to pet sitting. He ate, slept and played well.”

Anu A.

“Marilyn was super responsive over text and sent lots of great updates on our pup! The daily pictures and videos she shared were great as this was our first time boarding our dog. We would definitely book with Marilyn again!”

Margeaux H.

“Simply fantastic. Nothing seemed to phase Andrea in the lead up to care of the drop off of Ziggy. I had an issue with refrigeration of food for after his stay with Andrea and Andrea, without batting an eyelash jumped in, solved the issue and made me feel at ease. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Andrea as a sitter again. Great person and knows dogs.”

Andrew F.

“Thank you Madalys! Mango loved his time here and came home so happy. We got the cutest pictures from her too! Will definitely be in touch in the future:)”

Rebecca O.

“Diana was amazing. She sent us pictures of our dog throughout the stay, and it was clear that our dog was cared for with so much love. I never felt worried or wondered how our dog was doing because I knew he was in great hands.”

Seung Whan R.

“Amazing experience! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ They took such great care of Zagu and made me feel completely at ease. Super caring, reliable, and attentive. I would absolutely book with them again!”

Gala A.

“Ashanti powered through being quite sick and still took great care of my Coco.”

Ryan O.

About: I’ve been welcoming other people’s dogs into my home for more than 20 years. It started because I knew firsthand how hard it was to leave my own dog when I traveled. I wanted there to be another option for people like me—people who couldn’t imagine leaving their dog in a kennel but also weren’t comfortable having someone stay in their home. What began as something I offered to friends became something I genuinely love doing. There’s something very special about watching a dog arrive in an unfamiliar place, helping them settle in and trust me, and eventually seeing them stretched out on the couch or curled up beside me as though they’ve always lived here. I still miss them when they go home. I board dogs from only one family at a time because I want their stay to feel less like boarding and more like their own vacation. While they’re here, they live with me as part of my household. I work from home and structure my days around them, so they have plenty of companionship and frequent access to my fully fenced yard. I’ve cared for dogs of all sizes, from very small dogs to dogs over 100 lbs, as well as puppies and seniors. They’re welcome on my furniture and, if they sleep with their people at home, they’re welcome to sleep with me. I don’t routinely crate dogs, but I’ll maintain a dog’s crate routine if that’s what they’re accustomed to at home. I require a Meet & Greet before accepting a new dog because I want your dog to be comfortable with me, my home and my dog—and I want you to feel completely comfortable leaving them with me. After more than 20 years, the reason I do this hasn’t changed. I want you to be able to enjoy your time away knowing your dog is enjoying theirs, too—living in a home, getting affection and companionship, and being cared for by someone who understands just how much they mean to you. While your dog is in my care, I structure my days around them. I work from home, have my groceries delivered and generally don’t schedule activities that require me to leave them alone. There’s no rigid boarding schedule here—their normal routine becomes part of mine. Whether they want to follow me around the house, nap beside me while I work, play, cuddle or head into the fenced yard, they have companionship throughout the day. While your dog is with me, I treat them as one of my own, with the same love, attention and care I give my own dog. Before a dog stays with me for the first time, I require a Meet & Greet with my dog so we can make sure they’re comfortable together before you leave your dog in my care. I board dogs from only one family at a time, so there aren’t unfamiliar boarding dogs constantly coming and going. My yard is fully fenced, and while your dog is here, I follow your instructions for feeding, medications and normal routines. I don’t crate dogs unless their family specifically requires it as part of their normal routine.

“Oscar is an amazing sitter !!! He’s kind, super prompt in responding and genuinely someone who cares for cats. I’ll certainly be going to him again for Toby!”

Nida I.

“John is an incredibly dedicated and committed dog sitter. His frequent and entertaining updates kept us reassured, and it was clear that our dog was genuinely happy staying with him. John's reliability and passion for animals make him stand out. We couldn't have asked for a better caregiver for our furry friend. Highly recommended!”

Simon L.

“Emily was amazing! Our last minute savior when our baby needed more attention and another sitter didn’t have the time. Emily was attentive and catered to our baby’s needs. Would love to have Emily as a repeat sitter!”

Brian F.

About: Cary - 33, Conor 36. available to dog sit in Darien CT. Currently own a mini Australian shepherd named Rhett. Have both had dogs for the past 10 years. We have experience with puppies, high energy dogs, senior dogs, and dogs with special needs (medical issues, food aggressive, ect.) we’ve seen it all and love each and every one of them. I work from home full time and Conor works from home part time so we never have to leave dogs at home for an extended period of time. We have a yard that backs up to over an acre of open space which is great for dogs. But we always make sure to walk our dog at least twice a day on top of letting him out in the yard since he is very active

About: I’ve been caring for dogs since I was 12, looking after puppies, adults, and seniors. I understand their needs based on their energy, age, and personality, whether it’s a gentle walk for older dogs or a sprint with active pups. Friends and neighbors trust me to babysit their dogs while they work or travel, knowing I’ll keep them safe, happy, and loved. I love walking, practicing tricks with dogs in training, and spending quality time with furry friends. Your dog’s safety is my priority—I’m mindful of weather conditions, avoid risks, and always communicate about treats, routes, or special instructions. For me, caring for dogs isn’t just a task; it’s truly a joy. I work from home two days a week and am usually home on weekends. My job is flexible, allowing me to take breaks during the day, which I love using for refreshing walks—especially with a dog by my side. I can also babysit dogs while working from home, as my apartment allows pets. I don’t have roommates, and my husband loves dogs just as much (if not more) than I do, so your pup will get plenty of love and attention in a calm, pet-friendly environment. I currently don’t have dogs of my own, as my pups live with my mom, so I truly miss spending time with furry friends and would love to care for yours. In my apartment, your pet will have enough space to rest and play indoors. I live less than 400 feet from a dog park, and the neighborhood is perfect for dog walking, giving your pup the chance to explore and get fresh air. My husband also works from home, so together we’ll keep a close eye on your furry friend, ensuring they’re happy, safe, and loved. If I’m caring for your pet at your home, I’ll adapt to their routine and the space they’re familiar with. Depending on the length of the stay, I’ll make sure they’re walked, given attention, and engaged in light training or play. For longer periods, I’m happy to work remotely from your location to provide consistent companionship and care.

“I’m so glad we found Tina. Kallie who can be skeptical about unfamiliar situations seemed to take to her and her daughter right away. Since we rarely leave her for any length of time, we were so relieved that her stay worked out so well. Tina went beyond the call of duty - keeping us updated and sending pictures often, even cleaning Kallie’s eyes and ears. Thanks for everything Tina, and I’m sure anyone would be happy to have their dog stay with you Taffy and Mike Rodell”

Taffy R.

“Grady's first stay with Richard, great meet & greet, communication and pictures during stay. Grady was well cared for, will be booking again.”

Annette D.

“Jordyn and Jamie were awesome. They went above and beyond to make sure our pup, Nula, got a ton of exercise. They sent regular updates, were very responsive, and we definitely felt that Nula was in good hands while we were away. Their dog, Parker, was the perfect playmate and is wonderfully behaved. ”

Sharon J.

“I travel often and have been using Michelle for over 3 years. Java is always excited to see her. I never worry about how Java is doing when she is with Michelle and her family. Her setup is ideal with a fenced yard and a sweet dog for company. I recommend her highly!”

Caren W.

“My dog's stay was very much how Hunter described the care he provides on his bio on Rover. Active and engaging is what I was looking for and that is what my dog received. So much so that I have rebooked with Hunter Christmas. You can't go wrong with Hunter.”

Luis U.

“Clinton and his son Lincoln were fantastic. Lots of pictures and videos along with walks and play sessions. Our pup might have had more fun on vacation than we did. Highly recommend!”

Kevin L.