Dog Boarding Wilmington
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“Rebeca was amazing with our dog Maggie! She sent pics and updates throughout the week, and we were able to relax knowing she was in great hands! We’ll absolutely hire Rebeca again in the future!”
“Nicole saved the day! She took one of my pups while the other one recovered from knee surgery. She was responsive, thoughtful, king, and took wonderful care of Rudy Boo. She treated him like he was their own - walks, time outside, and sleeping in the bed. I would not hesitate to board with Nicole again.”
“My dog had a wonderful stay with Man and Zhen! I could tell she was well cared for and loved on through their check ins and photos. I really appreciated their flexibility and communication. We aren't local but if we're ever back in the area would definitely use them again and would recommend!”
“Krystal was very caring and attentive towards Dwight. A day before our travel, Dwight developed a skin infection and was prescribed with a 7 day course of medications. She took utmost care of him and also sent us regular updates and pictures that put us to ease on our trip. We will surely recommend Krystal to take care of your pet.”
“Joseph and his family were great sitters. They took care of our boy like he was their own. Their home and outdoor space is safe and spacious for dogs to get plenty of exercise. They were also very accommodating when we had a change in travel plans. I wouldn’t hesitate to book him again as a sitter.”
“Amanda was great! She was calm and gentle with my Sadie and made me feel comfortable leaving my puppy in her care. I received multiple photos and notes each day from Amanda, keeping me abreast of what and how Sadie was doing. It was very clear that she understands the needs of dogs and their owners and made the entire Rover experience a wonderful one. I will be using Amanda again!”
“Paul is just the best. Very communicative and makes pick up & drop off super easy. Love the frequent picture updates of our dog’s staycations. Gives us peace of mind that Thomas is getting constant care and attention when we’re out of town. Thankful to have found Paul on Rover and I know Thomas is, too! Highly recommend.”
“10/10 recommend Mary! Mary was very accommodating and allowed us to book a last minute stay for our dog. Mary was very sweet and compassionate towards our dog who can sometimes be a bit shy. Our dog loved staying with Mary and we will definitely be booking with her again. Mary was great with sending updates and pictures. If you’re looking for an awesome dog sitter we definitely recommend booking with Mary!”
“Debbie and Ralph were phenomenal! They were so caring and loving. Kaia became very attached to them and she felt like home for ten days. We would recommend very highly their service and would definitely entrust them with her care again.”
“Mia was great with communication and took wonderful care of Winnie (Winnie is sweet and low energy, but she is a senior dog so needs different care than a younger dog). Lots of great pictures and updates put my mind at ease. I’d be happy to book with Mia & Taowei again”
“Deepika saved our trip to Boston!!! We planned to visit Boston with our 2 dogs, a Belgian Malinois and a German Shepherd mix, and walk around the city. We realized too late that many places had animal restrictions, and we could not take the dogs with us. I sent messages to approx 8 Rover people late night and Deepika was the only person that responded in a short time, I was able to coordinate with her the care of the dogs for the next day without issues. She kept us informed every hour of the dogs whereabouts with pictures and videos, also messages of the activities she was conducting with them. Took them for walks and fed the dogs without issues. I just want to make sure that people knows that Deepika is the GO TO person if you visit Boston and need someone who really take care of your pets like a family.”
About: Hey guys, My name is Katy, I have 2 pharaoh hounds. One is 2 years old very energetic and the other is 9 and like to lounge. Having pharaoh hounds has given me all the experience with dogs that need extra exercise, attention and careful supervision. I am comfortable with all size dogs. Please note I only sit male dogs who have been neutered. Unspayed female dogs are fine as long as they are not in heat during my care. I work a hybrid schedule. Home MWF and at office on tues/thursday. On office days I come home at lunch to give the pups a potty break. I am home 24/7 on weekends. I treat every pet like they are my own. I give them love, attention, exercise and make sure to stick to their routines while the owners are away.
“As usual, Gienna was wonderful, providing great care for Wagner. We got daily updates with photos and videos. Wagner clearly loves staying with Gienna and really bonded with Maggie. We feel really confident leaving Wagner with Gienna and have already booked more stays!”
About: I’ve been around dogs my entire life and have years of hands-on experience caring for them. I have a Rottweiler of my own and two cats, so I’m very comfortable with large breeds, strong dogs, and different personalities. I treat every dog like they’re part of the family and make sure they get plenty of attention, exercise, playtime, and affection while they’re staying with me. I understand how stressful it can be leaving your dog with someone else, so I’m also happy to provide regular photos and updates so you know they’re safe, comfortable, and having a great time! I work remotely and pet care already fits naturally into my everyday routine since I have a dog of my own. I’m able to provide regular walks, bathroom breaks, playtime, feeding, medication management, and plenty of attention throughout the day. Your dog will be treated like part of the family and included in our normal routine. I’m also happy to accommodate your dog’s usual schedule to help them feel as comfortable as possible! Safety and comfort are my top priorities. I have experience with large, strong breeds and understand the importance of supervision and proper introductions. I’ll follow your dog’s normal feeding, walking, medication, and sleeping routines as closely as possible. I’m also happy to send regular photos and updates throughout their stay so you can relax knowing your dog is safe, comfortable, and getting plenty of attention. I also have about an acre of land to play on!
“Betsy was a great sitter - very thorough and careful in getting to know my dog’s preferences and letting him see her very nice home and yard! Easy to communicate with and my pup seemed super happy :)”
“Dobby stayed with Peter and his family while we were on vacation. We were thrilled with the care and attention they devoted to her. Peter sent frequent notes and pictures and we felt totally assured that she was in the best of hands. We are so glad Dobby had such a warm and caring “pack” to join while we were away :) Highly, highly recommended!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Wilmington is £65
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Wilmington
Nicole was fantastic with my dog Whiskey. He can be very anxious, but she was so patient and caring, and he clearly felt comfortable with her. I got updates, photos, and it was obvious he was in good hands. I’d definitely book her again and highly recommend her. 😊
Jessica was super nice during drop off, communicative during our older pups stay with plenty of photos, and super accommodating when our drop off timeline had to change! I would definitely recommend Jessica to other nervous pet parents and will be hiring her again!!
Deborah and Ralph watched our very adorable but high maintenance senior dog Lucy! She was the happiest girl with them! We appreciate the patience and kindness they showed Lucy and the updates while she was staying with you guys! Ralph and Deborah were so nice and friendly and provided us with constant updates and photos! We knew she was in great hands! Lucy can’t wait for her next sleep over with Ralph and Deborah! :)
Our dog, Bailey, had a wonderful time with Mariia & Mikhail – it was very clear from all the photos! We were away for almost two weeks and were initially a little nervous to leave Bailey for so long. Their communication and adorable photos of Bailey having fun, getting a lot of attention, and taking walks put us at ease and made our hearts sing. Our Bailey is 14 years old, so she has some walking limitations, and she has to take medication. Mariia & Mikhail handled everything like pros, and we truly don’t think she could have been in better hands. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking to leave their pet with friendly, responsible, and communicative sitters.
Asia was WONDERFUL!! This was our first time leaving our pup Chickoo for such an extended period of time and she went above and beyond to ease my mind. She was extremely communicative, provide multiple updates with pictures daily, and answered any questions we had. Asia took care of Chickoo like he was her own and we are so thankful we found her! 10000% recommend her to anyone looking to have peace of mind while traveling.
Pete was a terrific host for Hank! Hank and Fudge got along wonderfully and became great buddies. Pete kept Hank on his regular schedule, made sure he got plenty of enjoyable walks, and treated him like one of the family. We especially appreciated the daily photo updates, which gave us peace of mind while we were away. Hank was genuinely sad to say goodbye to both Pete and Fudge. We wouldn't hesitate to have Hank stay with Pete again!
David is fantistic with my dog, Cassey. Cassey is getting older. David takes great care of her and caters to her every need. I got many pictures of Cassey during her stay at David's. Cassey is very calm and content when she's at David's. It's like her second home. I am very relaxed on my vacation knowing David it taking care of Cassey. She's always in good hands when she's with David. Thanks David for your kindness and calmness with Cassey.
We were so thankful Kristin was able to watch our Golden Retriever, Rylie, on short notice! She has such a calm, easygoing personality that instantly made us feel comfortable leaving Rylie with her. You can tell she truly loves what she does and genuinely cares about the animals in her care. She also checked in a couple of times each day with adorable pictures and little updates, which we really appreciated. It gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. It was such a great experience, and we’d absolutely book with Kristin again. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our girl! 🐾💕
Andrea was AMAZING! I never had to worry about Enzo at all, I knew he was in great hands. Andrea was a great communicator, sent updates and photos, took him on walks and played fetch (his favorite thing ever) and treated him as if he was hers. The only thing I worried about was if he was going to want to come back home with me! Highly recommend!
Jessica was great with Teddy, my golden retriever, when he boarded with her. She sent updates and photos daily and seemed to treat him just like her own dogs. I trust her completely and won't hesitate to have Teddy stay with her in the future. I highly recommend this wonderful sitter.
Yiru is an incredibly responsible and thoughtful sitter! She took wonderful care of Rosie and kept me updated with photos throughout the stay, which I really appreciated. She was also very flexible and accommodating with our drop-off and pick-up times. Yiru is extremely polite and easy to communicate with—I felt completely comfortable leaving Rosie in her hands. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great sitter!
Wei is a very trustworthy host! She took photos every time she fed my dog and didn’t accept too many dogs at once, unlike some other hosts. My dog had a wonderful time with her and her family. I would highly recommend Wei to anyone looking for a caring and responsible pet host.
Veena was wonderful! She made sure we had a meet and greet prior to Chickoos stay and was communicative throughout his time there. It made us feel better seeing pictures/videos and she always kept us informed. We will absolutely work with Veena again and highly recommend her for your pups!
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Wilmington on Rover is $70 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $43 and $87 per night. 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 3,974 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Wilmington. 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.
92% of sitters in Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington.
<b>Tip:</b> 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 Wilmington 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 MA 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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