Dog Boarding in Bournemouth
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Top-rated Bournemouth dog sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 15%.
“Maria and her partner are just top quality people and the service they had provided was top quality. I was going away to London for a celebration, they invited us over the evening before I was due to go away so Benny could explore there home and meet who he’s going to spend a couple of days with straight away it was clear Benny was going to be very happy. I dropped Benny of early the next morning Maria and her partner took Benny straight out on a walk and he loved every minute of his little trip. Maria sent me frequent updates with how Benny was going along with photos and videos. Benny was very settled and very happy with the care he received. Would recommend 100% highly and would use Maria again. Top quality care. Thank you again for everything.”
“Camila took wonderful care of Maru, our 2 year old Bichon for an entire month. We were naturally uneasy about leaving her for so long, but she has come home very relaxed and has quickly readjusted. Camila even bathed her, so she has come lovely and clean also.”
“Anna took good care of our Maxie. She gave me updates on how he was doing, and this was very useful. He is not used yet to stay with others he doesn't know yet, but hopefully this will change, as we have booked more services with Anna.”
“Thank you so much for having George overnight for the 1st time, he absolutely loved his stay, we could tell he was very happy and loved during his stay with the many updated pics and videos 🥰🥰 he cant wait to see you all again 🤩 fantastic dog sitter and would highly recommend 🙌🙌”
“Angelika was fantastic. She was available shorr notice, accomodating of delays due to traffic and our dog settled really quick and had a great time. Angelika kept us updated with plenty of pics and videos and would highly recommend her.”
“Angela and her family looked after my dog Captain for the weekend and did an amazing job. He seemed to settle with them well and enjoyed his time with the family. Angela sent over plenty of updates and photos and was really quick to reply to messages. A huge thank you from myself and Captain (aka Pirate)”
“It was a perfect 1st stay away from home. Millie was made very welcome and Aga helped her to settle and maintained her routine. Aga couldn't have been more accommodating or caring and her updates with regular photos showing Millie happy and enjoying herself were very reassuring. A great dog minder that I will use again and would be happy to recommend.”
About: As a Rover client myself since 2021, I know exactly what it takes to provide peace of mind when you trust someone with your four-legged family member. Having used drop-ins, daycare, walks, and boarding from the owner's side, I know how reassuring a quick photo update is, how vital it is to stick to a precise feeding schedule, and how important transparency is. I treat your dog’s routine as absolute law and deliver the exact high standard of care that I expect for my own dog, Odin. Raising my own 5-year-old Black Labrador through the high-energy puppy stages means I am well-versed in positive reinforcement, maintaining house-training schedules, managing teething, and ensuring safe, controlled socialization. Equally, I understand that older dogs have vastly different needs. Whether it's managing a slower pace on our walks, administering oral medications, recognizing signs of joint discomfort, or simply ensuring they have a quiet, comfortable space to rest, senior dogs receive gentle, attentive care here. I am entirely comfortable handling larger, high-energy breeds, managing leash pulling, and ensuring that play sessions remain safe, balanced, and fun. Your dog will seamlessly blend into a structured, active, and reliable daily schedule: 8:30 AM: A long 45–60 minute morning walk at Bournemouth Gardens (plenty of ball-throwing and running around for high-energy pups!). 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM: Dedicated comfort breaks. 8:30 PM: A secondary 45–60 minute evening walk to wind down for the night. 11:30 PM / Midnight: A final late-night comfort break before settling in for bed. Because I share my home with Odin, we strictly accept dogs who are friendly and comfortable with other dogs. Our home is rarely empty. I work a brief shift Monday to Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, someone is always at home, ensuring your dog is never left alone during those times. On Mondays and Thursdays, dogs should be comfortable being left for a maximum of 3 hours in the evening alongside Odin. We live in a flat ideally located directly across the road from Bournemouth Gardens, meaning fantastic, green, and expansive walks are right on our doorstep!
“Baxter stayed with Ruth and her family again after a very successful first stay. He was treated with the utmost care and kindness and he made himself very much at home! We had daily messages and photos to keep our children (and our) minds at ease and it was very clear to see how much he enjoyed his stay! We will most certainly book with Ruth again and would recommend to everyone as a perfect home from home environment!”
“Sam looked after our bulldog Bruno for two nights and he was great with keeping in contact, as well sending photos of him settled. Will be booking again in the future when we need a sitter! Thank you ☺️”
“I cannot say how Maxy felt but from all the update we've received he had the most wonderful time spent with Guoda and partner. The welcome was so positive I left Maxy with an easy heart. It was also very nice to receive daily updates and photos about Maxy so we could enjoy our time away. We would definitely rebook.”
“Katiuzca was amazing with Poppy. She instantly made Poppy part of her family and I had lots of lovely photos of her 'holiday'. I wouldn't hesitate to use again. I had plenty of feedback and Poppy was happy to be with Katiuzca”
“I can thoroughly recommend Tanya and Neils… Margot had an amazing time staying with them for a week, and got on famously with their lovely black Lab Coco. Margot loved going on walks to the river, and she was so well looked after. We wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. Thank you so much ☺️”
“Digger had an amazing time at this lovely home. When we collected him, he was so happy and looked completely at home. We were sent great pictures so we knew what he was up to and he was happy. Would not hesitate to leave Digger there again”
“Thank you so much Charlotte for taking our last minute booking and for taking such amazing care of Ralph! Charlotte sent over loads of photos and updates which were very much appreciated. It looked like Ralph was part of the family very quickly!! Cannot thank you enough and would 100% recommend you to other doggy owners.”
“Melissa has been a brilliant host to my Kitten Luna. In addition 🐈⬛ had Luna great company with the home Cat ♡. Melissa has a spacious, safe home 🏡 environment for pets with plenty of experience, making me feel at ease leaving my Kitten into her care, even with short booking notice! She provides pet owners with regular pictures of the pet ♡ , I will be definitely using Melissa's boarding service again. Thank you 😊”
“Nina had an amazing time with Mauri running and playing with his own dog in the sun. From the pictures and videos he sent she looked so happy :) we would definitely recommend using Mauri again if we were to go away.”
Over 1,242 pet owners in Bournemouth have booked dog boarding
Bournemouth dog owners share their Rover experiences
I left my 1 year old patterdale X with Anna and her family for a week. I was very nervous about leaving him as this was the first time doing so. Anna was incredible with keeping me updated with how Rusty was getting on. He seemed so happy with Anna and her family and it instantly settled my nerves. We will 100% be using Anna in the future ❤️
Winnie is so happy staying with Sophie and James. She has lots of lovely walks and loves all the cuddles she gets. Even more important to us is that Sophie treats Winnie as one of her family and keeps us up to date with what Winnie is up to. Sophie is also friendly and professional. We will certainly be asking Sophie to look after Winnie again in the future.🥰🥰
Jordan made an condition with Lilly almost immediately, she's not easy to do it. He was very pontual and interesed in knowing what Lilly would need during her stay with him. He followed our instructions greatly, Lilly seems very happy and healthy when we picked her back. I would recommend Jordan and definitely will nook him again for Lilly.
I had a really positive experience with this dog boarding service. Victoria and Joe took great care of Kiki , including taking her on regular walks. I also received photos and updates during the stay, which gave me peace of mind and showed that my dog was happy and well looked after. I would definitely recommend them to other dogs owners
Amanda was interested in understanding Zara's needs and routine to ensure her stay was a happy one which was appreciated. Zara settled quickly and the family did well to involve her and play with her etc. I was also kept informed of how Zara was getting on over the course of her 2 day stay via messages and pictures which was very reassuring.
Barnaby had a great time, he came to us and was more settled than with previous sitters which was very reassuring! Amy provided consistent updates and enjoyed Barnaby’s company so much that she asked to delay our pick up time so she could spend longer at the beach with him!
Nathan and Sylvia have looked after Mabel several times and I am always very happy to leave her with them. They keep me posted with photos and updates so I know how she is. Today they took her to the beach and even have her a bath afterwards. I absolutely recommend them as dog sitters
Jack had the best time with Gilly. He absolutely loves being there and hanging out with Summer. They're such a wonderful double act together, a real Little and Large, and Summer is so generous and tolerant with him. Seeing Summer bring over a toy to him so he can take one end and they can play tug is lovely to see. It's such a comfort to know that he's having his own holiday good times and to get photo updates showing the fun he's having..
Absolutely delighted with Sonyia.. Pixie was contented well looked after and her needs were understood. Not only did she look after my precious dog she made my bed for me so that I didn’t have to do that when I returned from Paris absolutely exhausted it was such a help. I would recommend her to anyone. I’m so pleased to have met her unused her Services. I’m sure I will again.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Bournemouth is £32
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Sitters in Bournemouth average 5 repeat pet owners for dog boarding
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Bournemouth is £32 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs £224. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs and their space's amenities. As a result, most Bournemouth dog boarding rates can be found from as low as £25 to as high as £47 per night.
As of Jun 2026, 303 pet sitters offer dog boarding in Bournemouth. You can filter, sort, and expand your radius to find the perfect home-from-home stay for your pup. Read reviews, compare pricing and book with confidence.
Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Bournemouth dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat pet owners have an average of 5 repeat pet owners. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when you compare sitters in Bournemouth.
Rover makes it easy to find Bournemouth dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The identity-verified, 5-star dog sitters who you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away, whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet owners looking for a safe, loving alternative to a dog kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialise with their sitter’s pets
There are 303 dog boarding sitters in Bournemouth on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification for you and your dog’s safety.
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