Dog Boarding In Southwest Raleigh, NC
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1. Deanna H.

“Deanna was great! Communication was great and felt very comfortable leaving Ramsey with her! When I came to pick him up he didn't want to leave he enjoyed his time so much. Would recommend to anyone!”


2. Isabel E.

“Isabel was wonderful and accommodated all my pup’s needs. She was incredibly hospitable and made sure my dog was cared for as her own! She asked tons of questions and filled me in on how my dog was doing while I was gone for 5 days! She and her care are amazing and my dog was really loved and cared for. I can’t thank her and her husband for caring for her so well on short notice!”


3. Ariana M.

“Ariana was great with Boden and to work with before, during, and after the booking!! Boden’s a very social cat and she made sure he got plenty of company and pets 😊 she was very communicative and gave awesome updates every day. i would definitely recommend her to a friend!”




4. Brittany D.

“My dog RJ seem to be happy when he was picked up today. Britney was very attentive, but I would’ve liked more pictures. It looks like RJ enjoyed his visit though.”


5. Vanessa A.

“I was a little nervous leaving my dogs for 2 weeks, but Vanessa reassured me with updates and pictures daily. My dogs were well taken care of and I will definitely book again!”


6. Valerie M.

“My dog, Milo, spent a long weekend with Valerie. She was quick to respond to my check ins and sent pictures of Milo enjoying his time with her dogs. She took great care of him and he came home happy.”


7. Tania P.

“Tania took fantastic care of my pup for a few days! She was very communicative and sent pictures/videos everyday. Her dog is also super friendly and playful. My dog came back a tired happy girl. Would definitely board with Tania again!”


8. Steve S.

“Top of the line sitter I’ve found on Rover so far. Prompt, easy to talk to, fast to reply, and took care of my pup like it was his own. Definitely re-booking for the future.”


9. Casey I.


“Casey and her husband Alp are truly amazing! I left my dog there for two weeks while I was out of town. They sent daily updates and pictures. It felt great knowing my dog was getting such loving care. You can tell they have a genuine love of animals. I highly recommend their pet care services!!”




10. Karisa O.

“Absolutely fantastic! First person we ever boarded Miss Tinkerbell with - and she is amazing!! We got photos all the time and constant communication! We will definitely board with her again and our dog loves her and her kiddos! Recommend 100%”


11. Molly G.

“Molly did wonderful! So happy for her to be available for a last minute cancellation from someone else for a week long trip - the day before! She was accommodating for drop off and pickup. Sent plenty of pictures and updates. Overall wonderful experience. Thank you again!”


12. Austin & Morgan O.


“Austin and Morgan were great. Extremely organized during our meet and greet. I felt super comfortable leaving my fur children with them. They communicated often with updates during the stay. Super friendly and dog loving. I will use their services again for sure and if your looking for someone to take care of your fur children like you would Austin and Morgan would fit that requirement perfectly.”


13. Virginia C.
“Ginny was a great and reliable sitter for our senior dog Otto. She gave us frequent updates and was always quick to respond to my messages. Definitely recommend her!”


14. Kristien B.


“Kristien and her family looked after Leonard like he was one of the family. He always has such a great time! I really appreciate the communication and pictures throughout his stay.”


15. Hannah H.

“We are so happy to have Hannah as our Rover. She takes such good care of our pup - she sends pictures and updates and is soooo wonderful to work with”


16. Jamie W.

“Jamie did a great job watching our dog for the week. She responded quickly and was flexible with our schedule. Would highly recommend using her to keep an eye on your companions.”


17. Martine & Ronald W.

“I loved all the updates and photos! They took such great care of my little guy while I was on a work trip. Definitely going to use you all again for future trips! Thanks 🙏”


18. Nicole H.


“Teddy really loves staying here, so we keep coming back!! Love the photo/video updates and my pup gets along really well with her dog, so I know he’s in good hands!!”


19. Donna S.
“Donna is such a great dog mom, and I would recommend her to anyone to care for their dogs! She is very caring, thorough, kind, and responsible. She will treat your pets like her own. Definitely book with her!”


20. Caitlin C.

“As always, Caitlin has taken amazing care of Cass. She sends regular updates and as well pictures. Cass gets so excited when we pull up to Caitlin’s house and cannot wait to get in to play with her friends ❤️”
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Dog Boarding FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
As of Jul 2024, 1,648 sitters provided dog boarding in Southwest. 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, 95% of Southwest dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Southwest have an average of 17 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 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 Southwest.
Rover makes it easy to find Southwest 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 1,648 dog boarding sitters in Southwest on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Southwest, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.
