Dog Boarding

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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

free
Choose from a range of experienced, qualified and reliable local sitters nearby.
2

Organise a free meet and greet

free
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.

Happiness guaranteed

Sit back and relax! Your pet is in safe hands with their loving, experienced pet sitter.
BradleyB
I'm very pleased with Pierette's care of my dog for two weeks. She states in her profile that she is a 'professional full time' dog sitter, and this is the case. Other carers have work-from-home occupations which means they'll be on-hand to look after a dog while doing their 'real' job; Pierette's actual *job* is taking care of the dogs, and it shows, in the doggie activities undertaken each day, organised with the experience and enthusiasm of a 'professional' dog lover. In finding a dog sitter I wanted both human and canine company for my dog and Pierette and her family provided this. I am also grateful for their flexibility in taking care of things when a pre-existing ear infection flared up during my absence, necessitating their accommodation of a house call by the vet, pickup of medication and administering same (and handling the messy side-effect!). 'Communication' should be rated ten stars out of five, as Pierette sent a large number of photographs and videos each day through Whatsapp to keep me apprised of my dog's activities. It was delightful to come home each day and catch up with what my dog had been doing during his holiday.
Bradley
Dog Boarding
DanteD
We recently had the pleasure of having our mini dachshund cared for by Alice, who was an absolutely wonderful dog sitter. From the very beginning, Alice took the time to ask thoughtful questions about routines, preferences, and care needs to ensure the best possible support and comfort for our dog while we were away. Throughout the stay, we received daily photos and updates, which gave us so much reassurance and made it clear how loved and well cared for she was. Alice regularly took her for walks and gave her plenty of playful attention and affection, which she absolutely loved. It was obvious Alice genuinely cared and went above and beyond to make our dog feel safe, happy, and settled. The biggest sign of how amazing the experience was came afterwards — our mini dachshund noticeably missed Alice after we had returned home! That level of connection and trust speaks volumes about the kindness, patience, and care she showed. We would highly recommend Alice to anyone looking for a reliable, thoughtful, and genuinely caring dog sitter.
Dante
Dog Boarding

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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.

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.

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.

Contactless payments

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

We protect you. And your pets.

Peace of mind

Your pet may need protection against unexpected life events. We offer a Peace of Mind Guarantee included in every booking made and paid through Pawshake.
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Happiness

We include a free Happiness Guarantee in every booking made and paid through Pawshake to make sure you and your pet get the best pet care experience possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Your dog boarding questions answered

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.

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.

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.

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.
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