Dog Boarding in Southport
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“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!”
“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!”
“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”
“Jordan was very communicative with us before and during Fenways stay with her this past weekend. She sent pictures and updated us during his stay. She and her husband are experienced with caring for dogs personally and professionally. We hope to use her again.”
“Christine is absolutely fabulous! Dude had such a great time. Look forward to seeing her again. She loves the fun and adventures there! Thank you again for taking such good care of my baby”
“I have an anxious small dog and Helena was absolutely wonderful and gave me great peace of mind while I left him for 4 days. She gave frequent updates and photos so I knew he was doing well. I will definitely be using her from now on anytime I need someone to watch my little guy!”
“Wonderful experience. Piper had a great time and got along well with Aunna’s dog. It’s so wonderful when you know your pet is having a nice time while your away.”
“Jennifer & Martyn provided a wonderful introduction to dog care for me! Kingsley thoroughly enjoyed his stay as Jennifer & Martyn are warm and caring with the perfect space for dogs! All my questions were answered and they made it easy to head off on a carefree overnight. Will use again and highly recommend!”
“Brian and Shannon are excellent hosts and I never once worried about boarding my dog Cash with them. Their home is the ideal setup for pet sitting and gave Cash the same love and attention that they give to their own dogs. Their dogs are well behaved and socialized and will become instant companions to your dog. They provided great communication and sent updates throughout his stay. I strongly recommend them and will book with them for my future pet sitting needs.”
“What a fantastic find! Johnathan was amazing and my dogs seemed very well taken care of. We will definitely be using Johnathan again! Thank you so much for doing such a great job.”
“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.”
“Julia is amazing! She is super responsive and sends a ton of pictures. I never have to ask she is constantly checking in! My dog loves staying with her and is always tired when he gets home!”
“Mandy took great care of Kane, our Staffordshire Terrier! We can tell he was happy staying with her. We will definitely book with her again!”
“Haley and her sweet daughter entertained my puppy really well during a short stay. He was on the last two days of his neutering care and she still accepted the job. He was fine at pickup as well. I appreciated the frequent communication and photos. And Haley took the time to find an item at the grocery store that he might like since he was being a picky eater and reviewed it with me. I had peace of mind during my work retreat in knowing that my puppy was in great hands.”
“We had a great experience with Taylor and his family. They shared photos and updates while we were away and our pup even made some new friends while he was there. Would absolutely recommend!”
“Kaylah and her family took great care of my puppy when I did a last minute request for a 4 day stay. My other sitter couldn't do it so it was my 1st time using Kaylah. I was nervous but all of her amazing reviews kept me at ease (they are right too, by the way). She kept me updated and adjusted fine to my flight being delayed for the return. I'm glad that I have two amazing sitters to choose from now :).”
“Erin was a great sitter! She provided lots of updates and my cattle dog had lots of fun running around with her golden retriever in their huge fenced yard. Would definitely use Erin again in the future!”
“Olivia was so good and so patient with Finn. He has A LOT of energy and is still a puppy but she made me feel comfortable and I knew he would be safe and looked after. Thank you!!”
“Katelyn and Kevin took amazing care of Sadie! Our other sitter fell through and they worked with us to book last minute. Highly recommend them!”
“Angela took such great care of our littles while we were out of town. She gave us such peace of mind knowing they were in the best of hands sending so many pictures and updates throughout their stay with her & her family! Highly recommend.”
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1. Maegan K.
“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!”
2. Robert B.
“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!”
3. Stephanie H.
“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”
4. Jordan C.
“Jordan was very communicative with us before and during Fenways stay with her this past weekend. She sent pictures and updated us during his stay. She and her husband are experienced with caring for dogs personally and professionally. We hope to use her again.”
5. Christine W.
“Christine is absolutely fabulous! Dude had such a great time. Look forward to seeing her again. She loves the fun and adventures there! Thank you again for taking such good care of my baby”
6. Helena F.
“I have an anxious small dog and Helena was absolutely wonderful and gave me great peace of mind while I left him for 4 days. She gave frequent updates and photos so I knew he was doing well. I will definitely be using her from now on anytime I need someone to watch my little guy!”
7. Aunna S.
“Wonderful experience. Piper had a great time and got along well with Aunna’s dog. It’s so wonderful when you know your pet is having a nice time while your away.”
8. Jennifer & Martyn G.
“Jennifer & Martyn provided a wonderful introduction to dog care for me! Kingsley thoroughly enjoyed his stay as Jennifer & Martyn are warm and caring with the perfect space for dogs! All my questions were answered and they made it easy to head off on a carefree overnight. Will use again and highly recommend!”
9. Brian F.
“Brian and Shannon are excellent hosts and I never once worried about boarding my dog Cash with them. Their home is the ideal setup for pet sitting and gave Cash the same love and attention that they give to their own dogs. Their dogs are well behaved and socialized and will become instant companions to your dog. They provided great communication and sent updates throughout his stay. I strongly recommend them and will book with them for my future pet sitting needs.”
10. Jonathan N.
“What a fantastic find! Johnathan was amazing and my dogs seemed very well taken care of. We will definitely be using Johnathan again! Thank you so much for doing such a great job.”
11. 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.”
12. Julia H.
“Julia is amazing! She is super responsive and sends a ton of pictures. I never have to ask she is constantly checking in! My dog loves staying with her and is always tired when he gets home!”
13. Mandy M.
“Mandy took great care of Kane, our Staffordshire Terrier! We can tell he was happy staying with her. We will definitely book with her again!”
14. Haley S.
“Haley and her sweet daughter entertained my puppy really well during a short stay. He was on the last two days of his neutering care and she still accepted the job. He was fine at pickup as well. I appreciated the frequent communication and photos. And Haley took the time to find an item at the grocery store that he might like since he was being a picky eater and reviewed it with me. I had peace of mind during my work retreat in knowing that my puppy was in great hands.”
15. Taylor S.
“We had a great experience with Taylor and his family. They shared photos and updates while we were away and our pup even made some new friends while he was there. Would absolutely recommend!”
16. Kaylah M.
“Kaylah and her family took great care of my puppy when I did a last minute request for a 4 day stay. My other sitter couldn't do it so it was my 1st time using Kaylah. I was nervous but all of her amazing reviews kept me at ease (they are right too, by the way). She kept me updated and adjusted fine to my flight being delayed for the return. I'm glad that I have two amazing sitters to choose from now :).”
17. Erin D.
“Erin was a great sitter! She provided lots of updates and my cattle dog had lots of fun running around with her golden retriever in their huge fenced yard. Would definitely use Erin again in the future!”
18. Olivia C.
“Olivia was so good and so patient with Finn. He has A LOT of energy and is still a puppy but she made me feel comfortable and I knew he would be safe and looked after. Thank you!!”
19. Katelyn D.
“Katelyn and Kevin took amazing care of Sadie! Our other sitter fell through and they worked with us to book last minute. Highly recommend them!”
20. Angela V.
“Angela took such great care of our littles while we were out of town. She gave us such peace of mind knowing they were in the best of hands sending so many pictures and updates throughout their stay with her & her family! Highly recommend.”
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As of May 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Southport 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 Southport dog boarding rates can be found as low as $26 to as high as $55 per night.
As of May 2025, 343 sitters provided dog boarding in Southport. 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, 91% of Southport dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Southport have an average of 17 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 Southport.
Rover makes it easy to find Southport 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 343 dog boarding sitters in Southport on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Southport, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 96% 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.
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