Dog Boarding Wake Forest
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“This was the second time our dog stayed with Kerri. She took care of him for almost 3 weeks. Not once did I have to worry if he was in good hands. He returned happy and healthy to us!”
“Stacey was wonderful with our dog! She watched her for 5 nights and did a fantastic job. Stacey kept us updated at least once a day and sent lots of pictures of them enjoying different activities together. It was so reassuring to see how happy and well cared for our dog was while we were away. We really appreciated the communication and care she provided, and we would definitely use Stacey again!”
“Scott and Heather are amazing with Riggs! We were updated daily with pictures and videos while on vacation and they are always very accommodating with drop off and pick up times. Riggs always comes home happy and tired ;) We will continue to use them for our pet sitting needs!! Thanks again!!”
“Renee has watched my dog twice now, and both of his stays have been wonderful. She communicates with me throughout his stay and makes me feel at ease when my dog is with her. I hope to continue to use Renee in the future!”
“Bailey was amazing to work with drop off and pick up was easy. Communication was well. We love the pictures that she sent and we love that she did everything. She said she would do our puppies came home happy and we love that.”
“I've tried several Rover dog sitters and Alcino is the best. They take your dog in as one of the family. No spending long hours in a crate. Just jump in and feel at home.”
“I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Lorraine to keep your animal. Not only is she home and attentive, she keeps you well informed about how the dog is doing while away. I felt very secure leaving my rat terrier for the first time ever and will absolutely use her again. She adored my pup the whole time and I cannot say enough how much I appreciate that! Also accommodating to keep a extra day so I didn’t have to rush. Thank you soooo much!! 5 stars!!”
“Our dog, Katya, was well taken care of during her stay with Evan at his farm. She enjoyed running around the farm and playing with the other dogs. She was very happy and relaxed on her return home. Would recommend Evan!”
“Hanna is the BEST!! This is our second time leaving our fur babies with her and she is so good with them...sends us daily pictures, takes them on daily walks, and even handled a stressful situation when we dropped them off with ease. She’s definitely our go-to sitter from now on!”
“Jerry creates a great environment for my pups to interact and accommodates their very different energy levels. His own pups are also so well raised and get along well with my own pups. Jerry also updates me throughout the stay with pictures. I feel peace of mind knowing they will be well cared for when they’re with Jerry.”
“Our dog Mila loved her stay with Jill & family! She was well taken care of, had lots of fun with Jill's dog Carolina, and we received photos & updates throughout her stay. We were able to enjoy our time away because we knew our baby was in good hands.”
“Kourtney took great care of my 2 goldendoodles. Kept me updated throughout their stay with pictures and how they were doing. It was my first time leaving them with her and felt they were in good hands. I definitely recommend Kourtney!”
“Would book again and again. Sarah-Jane was great with my pups!! She treated them like they were her own. Easy to communicate with. Will def rebook with Sarah-Jane”
“Melissa took great care of my dog!! She was able to take him at last minutes notice. My dog is a 120lb Rottweiler and Melissa was absolutely great with him! Melissa and her husband were able to pick up and drop off as well which was a huge help.”
“Mitzi was amazing with our dogs! She sent lots of pictures and updates daily and our dogs. They warned right up to her family and her kids are great with dogs, too. Will definitely be using her services again.”
“Sylvia and her family took such great care of Parker while we were out of town for a week! Sylvia took her on tons of walks, she ran around and played with Sylvia's dog in her fenced-in back yard, and Sylvia sent photos and videos multiple times every day because she knew I was nervous leaving my special needs pup! Sylvia has volunteered with a local rescue and is clearly committed to every dog's well-being. Our dog will definitely be staying with her again!”
“Danielle provided a fabulous experience for Niko while we were away. He was able to have a lot of social play with many dogs, this was very new to him and he did great! She provided daily updates with pictures and videos to keep us at ease. We will definitely use her again and highly recommend! Thanks again!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Wake Forest is $48
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Wake Forest
We absolutely love Kerri! She is friendly, communicative, and sends pictures of Maverick every day, which gives us such peace of mind while we’re away. What means the most to us is how comfortable and happy Maverick feels with her. He runs right to her when we drop him off, and seeing how excited he is to be with her tells us just how safe, loved, and at home he feels. He comes back completely exhausted, so we know he’s had the best time! Thank you, Kerri, for loving and caring for our boy while we’re gone just like we love him at home. We’re so grateful to have found someone Maverick loves and trusts so much!
I had never boarded my dog Phoebe at someone’s home so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Melissa was awesome, she was able to accommodate a four night stay with less than 24 hours notice. She’s extremely professional, before accepting the booking she requested vaccination records and actually read them as she required further clarification from the vet so I know that she doesn’t take just any random dog for monetary reasons. Clearly she cares about the health and safety of the dogs in her care as well as her own dogs. When I dropped Phoebe off and saw the fenced in yard and heard her dogs I knew she was about to have a good time, and she did. Highly recommend Melissa and would 1000% trust Phoebe with her again.
Lovely family. We felt comfortable leaving Willow, knowing she would get lots of hugs and love while we were away. We appreciated the photos and videos sent, as well. Special shoutout to Layla, who sang and sent us a ‘happy birthday, Willow’ video, as she turned 8 while we were gone.
Nicole is a true professional, and I was incredibly impressed with her from the moment I met her. She clearly has an extensive understanding of dogs, particularly canine behavior, temperament, and how dogs interact with one another. More importantly, she knows how to use that knowledge to create a safe, comfortable, and positive environment for every dog in her care. Her setup for the dogs is fantastic, and it was immediately obvious to me that she has put a great deal of thought into their safety and well-being. She also just has a wonderful, calm, confident vibe—the kind of person you feel comfortable trusting with a dog you love. Nicole kept in touch with me while Dharma was staying with her and made sure I knew she was safe, happy, and in very capable hands. That peace of mind meant so much to me. I would absolutely trust Nicole with Dharma again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone to board their dog. She doesn’t simply “watch dogs”—she understands them, and that makes all the difference.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Wake Forest is $41 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $21 and $60 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 1,878 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Wake Forest. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.
95% of sitters in Wake Forest can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.
During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.
Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Wake Forest home-away-from-home, packing:
- Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
- Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
- Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Wake Forest.
Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.
You and your Wake Forest sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in NC ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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