I usually trade boarding with some of my dog training friends now, but several years ago I used an outfit called Pet Vacations. They maintained a list of families willing to watch your dog in their home and paired you up with someone close to you. An advance visit made sure that you felt comfortable with the home and they were fine with your dog. I don't remember the cost but it was very reasonable for 2 dogs and my dogs came home much happier than they would have been at a kennel. Maybe there is a service like that near you.

Kathy