I know how you feel - I never board kiddos bc I'm not a fan of kennels...so stressful for them. I would highly suggest you use Rover (
www.rover.com) - and have your kiddo stay at someone's house while you're gone. I'm a Rover sitter and it's amazing -- all my clients feel much better leaving their babies with me instead of at a kennel. Search for someone in your zip code who has lots of good reviews, and do try to find someone who only takes little dogs.