For the full overnight cost breakdown across 5 facility tiers, see our dog boarding cost guide.
Need long-term boarding (1 week to 6+ months) for a relocation or military PCS? See our long-term dog boarding guide.
Trying to decide between in-home boarding and a kennel? Our decision matrix scores 8 factors side-by-side.
See our 12-point vetting checklist for picking the right boarding facility for your dog.
Overnight Dog Boarding That Feels Like Home.
In-home boarding with vetted sitters — your dog stays in a real home with real attention. Or premium kennels with daily updates. Either way, no surprises.
Background-checked hosts · $1M liability insured · Daily photo + video updates · 24/7 emergency line
What’s included
In-home boarding
Your dog stays in a vetted host’s home. Couch, yard, daily walks, real attention. Best for dogs that hate kennels.
Long-term boarding
Boarding for 1 week to 3+ months. Discounted weekly rates, dedicated host, weekly photo report cards.
Premium kennel boarding
When a kennel is the right call — vetted facilities with 24/7 staff, climate control, and daily exercise.
Real US dog boarding rates
| Service | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| In-home boarding (per night) | $45–$85 | Single dog, standard rate |
| Premium kennel (per night) | $50–$110 | Standard suite |
| Luxury boarding suite | $120–$250+ | Climate control, webcam, extras |
| Long-term (weekly rate) | $280–$525 | Per dog, week 2+ discount |
| Long-term (monthly rate) | $1,000–$1,800 | Per dog, 30+ days |
| Multi-dog (same household) | +$15–$35 per add’l dog | Same room/host |
| Holiday surcharge | +25–75% | Thanksgiving, Christmas, NYE |
National median for standard overnight boarding is $50-$70 per night. Major-metro and luxury pricing trends 50-150% above national. Real data refreshed quarterly from operator rate cards.
How it works
Tell us your dates + your dog
Pickup/drop-off dates, dog size, energy level, any medical or behavioral notes. We match available hosts.
Pre-stay meet-and-greet
Free 30-minute meet at the host’s home. You confirm your dog’s comfortable before the booking is locked.
Daily updates while you travel
Photos, videos, walk reports daily. 24/7 emergency line. Same host throughout — no rotating handlers.
Frequently asked questions
How much does dog boarding cost?<br />
Book overnight boarding your dog will actually enjoy.
Tell us your dates + your dog. We’ll match a vetted host or premium kennel within 24 hours.