Dog Boarding in Stanley, NC
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“Susan and her daughters were great with our treeing walker coonhound, Maisy. They sent adorable videos and pictures ensuring we were updated throughout her stay. We will be back forsure! Thank you again ladies, we are so thankful. Popham family”

“Alison was absolutely fantastic with my little pup, Tyson. Her own dogs made great playmates for my little guy and she was flexible and communicative when my family hoped to pick my dog up a day early. I can't recommend her enough!”

“Nancy and her family took great care of Albus! We did a meet and greet in advance because our pup has bad anxiety but he immediately felt comfortable with her and her family. We look forward to boarding him with them again! Highly recommend.”


“The absolute BEST! I seriously don’t know if our pup wants to come home. Haha! She spoiled him rotten! So thankful for her care and loving on our sweet boy so well.”

“Brad sent me lots of pictures of my pups having fun with Brad, his wife, and their two pups. I think they were having more fun than I was having while I was out of town. I recommend Brad and would definitely use him again!”

“Sarah & Erik were fantastic with our golden retriever! There was amazing communication and picture updates, which were very appreciated as rhis was his first time staying overnight at someone's home rather than a boarding facility. He came back so happy, sweet, and well cared for. Thank you for everything, we will definitrly be booking again in the future!”

“1000% love that Roxie and Gizmo are so well taken care of with Deborah and Ron! And my pups look forward to going there, they know they are going before we even pull up!”
“2nd time my boys have been kept with Ms. Daisy They seem to love it there. The pictures she send are wonderful and makes me miss them more. Daisy is very kind and caring to my furbabies.”

“Isabella is an absolute angel! I had just moved across the country and had no friends or family nearby when an unexpected urgent family emergency occurred requiring me to find my sweet Rue a sitter. Isabella was so incredibly kind and thoughtful. She really took care of my pup, so that I could focus on taking care of my human family. I cannot thank her enough. I received multiple daily updates including photos. Isabella responds very quickly and She is extremely easy to communicate and work with. She is honest and transparent. I feel Rue was very well taken care of. I was impressed when Isabella had to step away from the home for a couple hours and she took the time to check up on Rue via home cameras. I have already booked Rue’s next stay with Isabella!”

“I can not say enough wonderful things about Ronald! My fiancé was in the hospital and I was able to add days as needed. Bella was taken care of and she was at ease staying with Ronald. She is a known runner and Ronald made sure she didn’t “escape”. He sent pictures and updates almost every day and responded quickly if I messaged him! You will not regret leaving your fur babies in his capable hands!”

“Amelia and Grant were absolutely awesome! From the moment I dropped off my dog Anna, I could tell she was in great hands. They were warm, professional, and clearly experienced with dogs. Anna looked so happy and comfortable in every update they sent, and she came home relaxed and well cared for. It's such a relief to know she's in such loving hands when I'm away. Highly recommend Amelia and Grant – we'll definitely be booking with them again!”

“My fur baby was right at home. Aquisha was awesome and made me feel very comfortable with leaving Zeus with her. i didn’t worry about him one bit and she sent me pictures daily.”

“This was our 1st time ever using the app and Laura was amazing with our kitties. I will definitely be using her again and recommend her 100% without worry that our fur babies would get nothing but the best love and attention that they need. She sent picture and videos everyday with updates on how they were doing. It was a great relief to know that we chose the best person to take care of kitties during our vacation.”

“Amanda gave daily updates and sent pictures along with what my dog did for the day. It was really nice to be at ease when away. I would recommend them for boarding and would board my dog again in the future!”


“First time using Rover and it was an absolutely wonderful experience! Great communication from Monique and she has created a welcoming environment in her home. She took excellent care of our 7 month old puppy and we will definitely use her in the future. Highly recommended.”

“Peggy was absolutely fantastic! She kept us updated the entire time with messages and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind. Teddy had an amazing time playing in the yard and going on walks—he came home happy and clearly well cared for. She was also incredibly flexible and accommodating when we had to extend Teddy’s stay twice due to weather-related travel delays, which we really appreciated. It’s clear she genuinely cares about the dogs she watches. We would 100% trust Peggy with Teddy again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!”

Over 184 pet parents in Stanley have booked dog boarding
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I cannot shout enough praises to Evan and Nancy for being so flexible and caring to my dog. I can tell that Jaspers loves them and is well taken care of at every boarding visit. Thank you so much for the exceptional service and care. I highly recommend them and rest assured that your pet will be in great hands!

This was my first timing booking with Piper and I’ll definitely be using her again! I always get nervous leaving my pups with someone new but Piper made me feel super comfortable by letting me meet her sweet pup Stella and sending me pictures during their stay. They were well taken care of and had the best time with their new friends!

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Stanley is $45
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Sitters in Stanley average 9 repeat dog boarding clients
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Stanley is $45 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $315. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Stanley dog boarding rates can be found as low as $30 to as high as $55 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 2,142 sitters provided dog boarding in Stanley. 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 Stanley dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Stanley have an average of 16 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 Stanley.
Rover makes it easy to find Stanley 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 2,142 dog boarding sitters in Stanley on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Stanley, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.





