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Pet boarding rates in the US average $25-75 per night for dogs at a standard kennel facility and $40-100+ per night at luxury or boutique boarding facilities. Cat boarding is typically $15-35 per night. In-home pet sitting (a sitter stays at your home) costs $50-100 per night. Dog daycare is $25-50 per day for dogs that do not need overnight stay.

Traditional boarding places your pet in a kennel facility with other animals and group play. Luxury boarding offers private suites, more personal attention, and often webcam access. In-home pet sitting has a professional visit your home 1-4 times per day. Home-stay pet sitting has the sitter sleep at your home. Home-based alternatives generally reduce stress for pets used to home environments.

Yes. Common add-ons include: extra playtime or one-on-one attention ($10-20 per session), administering medication ($5-10 per dose), special diet preparation, grooming bath before pickup, and holiday surcharges (typically 10-25% above the regular rate during major holidays). Always confirm the full price list before booking.

Look for facilities accredited by the Pet Care Services Association (PCSA) or similar professional bodies. Tour the facility before booking - check cleanliness, temperature control, supervision levels, and whether dogs are separated by size. Ask about vaccination requirements (core vaccines should be mandatory), staff-to-pet ratios, and their emergency vet protocols.

This depends on your pet's personality and needs. Social dogs that enjoy other dogs often do well in boarding with group play. Anxious dogs, elderly pets, pets with medical needs, or cats typically do better with in-home pet sitting that maintains their regular routine and environment. Consider your pet's personality, health, and the duration of your trip when deciding.