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Dog boarding at the sitter’s home

Overnight dog care for while you are away

Your dog stays overnight at a sitter’s home and enjoys personalised dog care.

Home dog boarding is suitable for dogs of all ages, including puppies.

A more safe and loving alternative to a commercial dog kennel or dog hotel.

How does it work?

Booking dog boarding with Pawshake is easy and safe

1. Search for a sitter

Choose from a range of experienced, qualified and reliable local sitters nearby.

2. Organise a free meet and greet

Meet your sitter for free before you make a booking to make sure it's a perfect match

3. Safely confirm your booking

Benefit from in-house customer support and free veterinary coverage for your dog.

Why choose Pawshake for dog boarding?

We've got you and your dog covered

Peace of mind guarantee

Free veterinary coverage included with every booking.

Experienced local sitters

Find qualified and reliable local dog boarding sitters. Every single sitter’s profile is individually reviewed by our dedicated Trust and Safety team. We only accept 15% of sitter applications.

The Pawshake Guarantee

We care about the happiness and safety of you and your dog. On the rare occasion that your sitter has to cancel the booking, our dedicated team will work with you to find a new dog boarding sitter.

Contactless payments

Pawshake’s safe and cashless booking process means that sitters only get paid after they complete the booking.

See what Pawshake dog boarding clients have to say!

Read real dog boarding reviews from happy dog owners

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Luis, 30-09-2021

I may not have enough words to describe my satisfaction and gratefulness to Tara and to how well she minded our dog. She was the most flexible I could ever ask for, both with postponing the start date of the original booking, as well as with allowing a short notice additional booking (this one I'm reviewing). When I left our dog with her I trusted she would follow all the instructions I'd given her and our dog couldn't be happier and more satisfied. She took some awesome pictures and always kept us up to date with how our dog was going. When I came to pick her, our dog had grown bigger, was happier than ever and had a perfect groomed coat of fur, after a great bath Tara had given her. I cannot stress enough how much I recommend Tara as a dog sitter. I will definitely come back next time I need our dog to be minded for. Thank you Tara!

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Barry, 19-05-2021

Ruth is an amazing pet sitter. Ruth cared for my cat Sam for almost 3 months, before he moved to WA. She cared for him, played with him, sent regular photos and let us know when there were any changes to his eating habits. Ruth took such great care for Sam and gave he more attention then I ever do as he is a very demanding cat. I highly recommend Ruth as a Pet Sitter, and wouldn't hesitate to leave Sam with her for future stays. Thanks again Ruth

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Frequently asked questions

Your dog boarding questions answered

What are home dog boarding services?

With home dog boarding, your dog stays overnight at a sitter’s home. Instead of being in a crowded dog kennel or dog hotel, your dog can be in a comfortable home and receive the same quality level of love and care you would provide.

Who's boarding my dog?

Pawshake only accepts sitters who have experience and/or qualifications caring for pets. You will get to search, choose and have a free meet and greet with your sitter prior to making a booking.

Where will my dog be staying?

Your dog will be staying at the sitter's home. Be sure to discuss any requirements with your sitter prior to booking. The more your sitter knows about your pet, the better! That way they can really ensure that your pet has the best and most comfortable stay.

How do I choose a sitter?

Visit the sitter's profile and read about their background, home and experience.Then request a free meet and greet. If you are happy with the sitter’s dog boarding environment and how well they bond with your dog, confirm your booking on Pawshake.