- Not a substitute for professional veterinary help.
In London, the cost of dog sitting averages between £15 and £21.67 per day for daytime services and £26 and £42.50 per night for overnight services.
The average is lower than the national rate, which is £27.91 per day for daytime services and £52.23 per night for overnight care.
Dog sitting covers personalised services for when a pet parent is away or needs an extra hand. In London, you might board your dog for around £36.31 per night, or you could have a dog sitter come stay at your house for an average of £37.82 per night.
If you won’t be gone long, you could opt for drop-in visits at £15.19 per visit.
Depending on your dog’s needs, you might require some or all of these services. Rover can help you find one sitter who provides all these services or multiple pet sitters in your London neighbourhood, on your schedule.
Here’s what to budget for, the factors that affect care costs, and tips for finding rates that work for you.
Dog Sitting Rates in London by Service Type
In London, drop-ins will generally be the cheapest option, while boarding and house sitting are more expensive.
| Dog Sitting Service | Cost Range |
| Drop-in visits | £11 to £17 |
| Dog boarding in sitter’s home | £26 to £42.50 per night |
| House sitting in your home | £26 to £45 per night |
When you budget for boarding, remember that kennels will often charge more for services like an extra walk, treats, group play, and grooming—whereas most sitters on Rover roll these services into their daily rate.
Add-On Fees for Dog Sitting Services in London
Different factors, like your dog’s age and needs, can impact the cost of dog sitting. You can typically expect to pay more in London in the following situations.
How much you can expect to pay for holidays depends on the type of service you book:
| Add-On Expense | Drop-In Visit | Doggy Daycare | Overnight Boarding | In-House Sitting |
| Puppy Sitting | £17.09 | £31.71 | £38.61 | £41.74 |
| Additional Dog | +£11.13 | +£22.62 | +£27.52 | +£26.94 |
Other add-ons might include:
- Bathing and grooming: +£1.90
- Transportation to/from your dog sitter: +£3.06
- Longer drop-ins (60 min): +£8.88
- Longer walks (60 min): +£8.33
How much extra you pay for each add-on will depend on the kind of service you’ve chosen, like drop-in visits, walking, daycare, boarding, or house sitting.
You might also see higher nightly rates for things like:
- Sitter experience: Sitters with many years of dog care under their belts are likely to be in high demand and may charge higher rates.
- High-needs dogs: Care for pups who need special care, like daily injections, may cost more.
- Extra household chores: If your home requires maintenance beyond the usual, it’s a good idea to discuss an increased rate.
Holiday Rates for London Dog Sitting
Dog sitting in London will also become more expensive during the holidays, when sitters often raise prices to compensate for limited availability and the extra attention pets may require.
Expect to pay more per night in London for holidays like:
- Good Friday and Easter Monday
- Early May bank holiday
- Spring bank holiday
- Summer bank holiday
- Guy Fawkes night
- Christmas Day
- Boxing Day
- New Year’s Eve
How much you can expect to pay for holidays depends on the type of service you book:
| Dog Sitting Type | Drop-In Visit | Doggy Daycare | Overnight Boarding | In-House Sitting |
| Average Holiday Rate | £19.20 | £33.22 | £4.38 | £43.91 |
For the best chance of getting the rates that fit your budget, reach out to sitters early. Pet parents in London typically reserve their dog sitter:
- 4.1 days ahead for drop-ins
- 2.8 days ahead for walks
- 5 days ahead for daycare
- 17.4 days ahead for boarding
- 12.1 days ahead for house sitting
For popular holidays, you may need to start your search even earlier.
Finding the Right Dog Sitter in London
Keep in mind that price is just one factor in choosing the right sitter for your dog. This makes it important not to jump at the first sitter in London who’s in your budget. Take the time to ask questions, suss out red and green flags, and thoroughly read reviews of the sitter.
You can also use Rover to filter by your preferences, confirm identity verifications, and schedule a meet-and-greet. It’s easy to compare sitter profiles on Rover to make sure you’ve found a good fit for your dog.
Note: These prices are accurate as of September 2025, as pulled from Rover’s data.
