Dog Boarding in Wilmington
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“Julia does a wonderful job! She watched my chihuahua for three nights and he had a great time with her dog and the others she was watching. She sent lots of photos (which I love!), took him on walks, and made sure he felt safe during the NC afternoon thunderstorms. Thank you!”
“Danika is amazing! I feel confident in her care watching my pup while I’m away. I had to book extra nights due to crazy flights back from my vacation and I am so thankful for Danika’s communications with me. She always replied within minutes and she sent me daily photos and updates of my pup. She’s amazing! :)”
“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.”
“Haley is so wonderful and took great care of Charlie! Appreciate her flexibility with logistics and the sweet updates she sent of Charlie loving life with her new little friend 💛”
“We couldn’t ask for better dog sitters!! A+++++ So loving and sent updates, videos, photos often. We hope we can rebook with Katelyn & Kevin our next trip!!! Thank you so very much ❤️❤️🐶”
“Angela is the best! Our Maggie was well cared for in Angela's home for a week. Angela's daily updates & pictures kept us worry free. We are so happy with the care that Maggie received that we have already booked Angela again. We highly recommend Angela for any pet sitting needs!”
“Emily didn’t just care for our dog Daisy, she loved her as if she were her own. I felt 100% comfortable leaving Daisy in Emily‘s capable hands, and was so grateful that she was willing to meet us ahead of time, cover all questions, and communicate regularly with us throughout our trip. Any dog would be lucky to stay with her.”
“Sarah and her husband were the perfect fit for watching our dog Harper. We booked them last minute for a quick trip and they made Harper feel right at home! Harper gets nervous around dogs sometimes but after meeting Sara’s wonderful dog they got along just fine! I appreciated Sara’s great communication and the constant updates! Will definitely be booking with her again, would highly recommend!”
“Our golden retriever Miller had soo much fun with Maggie Nic and Sunny while we were on vacation for the week! They took such good care of him and sent us daily updates. It’s such a relief knowing he was having a great time while we were away, more fun than he would have had if he came with us! We will definitely be booking again in the future ☺️”
“We loved having Kelly watch our boy Hank and take care of him while we were out of town. Kelly is so kind and sweet and she sent us pictures often so we weren’t worried our pup was okay while we were gone. Thank you Kelly! 🩵”
“This was my first time with Allie. She did wonderful with my dog. I will definitely bring her back again. She tells you everything that’s going on day and day out and when you pick her up. Also, she sends you pictures of dog while your on vacation or wherever you’re at Allie was awesome with my dog”
“Julie was wonderful to work with, very responsive with communication, flexible with scheduling, and took great care of our dog who loved playing with her dogs in the back yard. I will work with her again.”
“Rebecca and Pippa were great with my pup Harlow! She felt comfortable as soon as she met both of them. Rebecca was wonderful about being flexible with our changing travel plans and was very communicative and responsive. Would definitely recommend and use again! Thanks Rebecca and Pippa! :)”
“Jennifer and Martyn were outstanding with my dog! I got so many awesome pictures and updates. She got walks around the neighborhood, laying in the sun, and even a trip to the dog park. They were very communicative and flexible. I would absolutely book with them again in a heartbeatv”
“Monika and Jeff were great hosts to our Lab Riley. They have a very large, fully fenced backyard which gave Riley lots of running room. Riley came home exhausted - which is always a good sign. Thanx!”
“Kimberly was very nice, and always kept us in the know. She sent multiple updates and pictures during our cats stay to let us know she is okay. Great caretaker, would recommend.”
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Julia H.Star Sitter
“Julia does a wonderful job! She watched my chihuahua for three nights and he had a great time with her dog and the others she was watching. She sent lots of photos (which I love!), took him on walks, and made sure he felt safe during the NC afternoon thunderstorms. Thank you!”
Danika R.
Star Sitter
“Danika is amazing! I feel confident in her care watching my pup while I’m away. I had to book extra nights due to crazy flights back from my vacation and I am so thankful for Danika’s communications with me. She always replied within minutes and she sent me daily photos and updates of my pup. She’s amazing! :)”
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.”
Haley S.Star Sitter
“Haley is so wonderful and took great care of Charlie! Appreciate her flexibility with logistics and the sweet updates she sent of Charlie loving life with her new little friend 💛”
Katelyn D.Star Sitter
“We couldn’t ask for better dog sitters!! A+++++ So loving and sent updates, videos, photos often. We hope we can rebook with Katelyn & Kevin our next trip!!! Thank you so very much ❤️❤️🐶”
Jerry H.
“Jerry took great care of our guy! He administered medicine, took him on short walks. We will use Jerry again!”
Derek W.
“Derek is awesome! He took great care of our puppy and sent us lots of pictures during our trip. We will definitely call him next time we need a pet sitter!”
Angela V.Star Sitter
“Angela is the best! Our Maggie was well cared for in Angela's home for a week. Angela's daily updates & pictures kept us worry free. We are so happy with the care that Maggie received that we have already booked Angela again. We highly recommend Angela for any pet sitting needs!”
Gabrielle S.Star Sitter
“Gabrielle was great and helped us with very short notice. Communication was excellent. Highly recommend and will be using again in the future.”
Emily W.Star Sitter
“Emily didn’t just care for our dog Daisy, she loved her as if she were her own. I felt 100% comfortable leaving Daisy in Emily‘s capable hands, and was so grateful that she was willing to meet us ahead of time, cover all questions, and communicate regularly with us throughout our trip. Any dog would be lucky to stay with her.”
Sarah M.
“Sarah and her husband were the perfect fit for watching our dog Harper. We booked them last minute for a quick trip and they made Harper feel right at home! Harper gets nervous around dogs sometimes but after meeting Sara’s wonderful dog they got along just fine! I appreciated Sara’s great communication and the constant updates! Will definitely be booking with her again, would highly recommend!”
Maggie K.Star Sitter
“Our golden retriever Miller had soo much fun with Maggie Nic and Sunny while we were on vacation for the week! They took such good care of him and sent us daily updates. It’s such a relief knowing he was having a great time while we were away, more fun than he would have had if he came with us! We will definitely be booking again in the future ☺️”
Kelly K.Star Sitter
“We loved having Kelly watch our boy Hank and take care of him while we were out of town. Kelly is so kind and sweet and she sent us pictures often so we weren’t worried our pup was okay while we were gone. Thank you Kelly! 🩵”
Allie V.Star Sitter
“This was my first time with Allie. She did wonderful with my dog. I will definitely bring her back again. She tells you everything that’s going on day and day out and when you pick her up. Also, she sends you pictures of dog while your on vacation or wherever you’re at Allie was awesome with my dog”
Julie C.
“Julie was wonderful to work with, very responsive with communication, flexible with scheduling, and took great care of our dog who loved playing with her dogs in the back yard. I will work with her again.”
Rebecca N.
“Rebecca and Pippa were great with my pup Harlow! She felt comfortable as soon as she met both of them. Rebecca was wonderful about being flexible with our changing travel plans and was very communicative and responsive. Would definitely recommend and use again! Thanks Rebecca and Pippa! :)”
Jennifer & Martyn G.Star Sitter
“Jennifer and Martyn were outstanding with my dog! I got so many awesome pictures and updates. She got walks around the neighborhood, laying in the sun, and even a trip to the dog park. They were very communicative and flexible. I would absolutely book with them again in a heartbeatv”
Monika W.Star Sitter
“Monika and Jeff were great hosts to our Lab Riley. They have a very large, fully fenced backyard which gave Riley lots of running room. Riley came home exhausted - which is always a good sign. Thanx!”
Rose H.
“Rose took really good care of Phoebe”
Kimberly C.
“Kimberly was very nice, and always kept us in the know. She sent multiple updates and pictures during our cats stay to let us know she is okay. Great caretaker, would recommend.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Wilmington 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 Wilmington dog boarding rates can be found as low as $25 to as high as $49 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 357 sitters provided dog boarding in Wilmington. 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, 94% of Wilmington dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Wilmington have an average of 18 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 Wilmington.
Rover makes it easy to find Wilmington 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 357 dog boarding sitters in Wilmington on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Wilmington, 98% 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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