Pet Boarding Cardiff
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“Sophie looked after Ted and his sister at quite short notice. Sophie was fab in all aspects of the planning and visit and we will definitely use her again. We were keen to arrange a visit before their stay and Sophie was able to accommodate this. Sophie was lovely with us and the dogs and listened and was eager for info to make the stay go as well as possible. We were really happy to leave them with Sophie as she quickly understood their personality and their needs, rather than imposing her approach / rules on their them. Thanks Sophie.”
“Stephen was great and really understanding and happy to follow specific instructions. Bella seemed to have a nice time, lots of walks and I was grateful to recieve some photos of her out and about. I would definitely be happy to use Stephen again. Thank you.”
“Claire was amazing with our chocolate lab Ruby. She stayed there for 8 nights and loved her time there. Claire had great comms and was very accommodating with a last minute change of plan. Thanks Claire, Ruby will certainly be back again soon xxx”
About: I’ve always been a huge animal lover and honestly can’t imagine my life without pets! I’ve grown up surrounded by animals and, at one point, we had four dogs at the same time, so I’m very used to caring for dogs and giving them all the love and attention they deserve. I currently have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 donkeys, although am now in my third year at Cardiff Uni so living away from home at the moment. I absolutely adore spending time with dogs, whether that’s going for walks, playing with them, giving them lots of fuss or simply keeping them company. I know how much our pets mean to us and how important it is to feel completely comfortable leaving them with someone else. I will treat every dog as if they were my own, making sure they feel safe, happy, loved and well looked after while you’re away. I’m at university a on Tuesday’s, Thursday’s and Friday’s, but other than that I have a very flexible schedule and plenty of time to dedicate to looking after pets. I’ll always make sure to fit my schedule around their needs and routine, giving them lots of care and attention while you’re away. I understand how important it is for pets to feel safe and comfortable, especially when they’re being cared for by someone new. I’ll always follow the owner’s instructions and stick to your pet’s usual routine as closely as possible, including feeding, walks, playtime and any other specific needs. I’ll make sure your pet is always well supervised and cared for, giving them plenty of attention while also respecting their individual personality and space. I’ll also keep you updated with photos and messages so you can feel reassured that your pet is happy and being well looked after.
“Our collie Floss had a wonderful stay with Rhian and her family. Communication was great and she sent lots of photos of Floss enjoying her stay. Rhian was really flexible and provided lots of home comforts. I would certainly recommend Rhian to others!”
About: Calm, reliable pet care tailored to each animal. Experienced with young and senior pets, routines, and medication. Creating a safe, home-from-home environment for total peace of mind. Pet care fits naturally into my routine as I work from home on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and weekends. This allows me to provide consistent care, regular walks, and plenty of attention throughout the day, ensuring your dog feels comfortable, safe, and well looked after. I provide a safe, secure, and loving environment for pets in my home. I have a generously sized, enclosed garden with plenty of space for your dog to play and exercise safely. Inside, pets are treated like part of the family—they’re welcome to relax on the sofa for cuddles if that’s what they’re used to. I can also accommodate crate training if required, ensuring your pet’s usual routine is maintained. When caring for pets in an owner’s home, I respect your space and follow your pet’s established routine as closely as possible, providing consistent care, attention, and reassurance while you’re away.
“Becky kept me updated with photos and videos of my dog Ben while I was away, which was very much appreciated. He had a lovely time with Becky and Ash and settled in well. He took a real shine to Becky and followed her everywhere! They were also able to take the booking at short notice as well!”
“Lauryn took fantastic care of our dog Gruff whilst we were away. He had an endless supply of cuddles and adventures and had to be disappointed to be coming home! Clover is such a lovely dog and made the perfect doggy companion for him. We unfortunately had a cancelled flight on the way back and Lauryn couldn’t have been more helpful which we appreciated so much. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better to look after Gruff and we hope he will be welcome again soon!”
About: I'm passionate about many animals, and I have always wanted a dog of my own, but I am still waiting for the right moment to come. In the meantime, whenever the situation presents, I have cared and looked after other people's pet friends. I am reliable, friendly and gentle and will look after your pet as if it was my own. I'm currently working from home full-time and I have the flexibility to adjust my work schedule when possible. I am available both during the week and weekend. I have also a fenced garden that is very safe for your dog(s), in case needed. It is a small but rather inviting garden.
About: I’ve always had a special connection with animals. I had my own dog for 10 years, until he passed away this past January, and I still miss him every day. Back in France, I regularly looked after my neighbours’ and friends’ dogs, so I’m already used to pet sitting and caring for dogs with different personalities, ages and needs. I moved to the UK in January and currently work in home care, which has taught me to be patient, responsible and attentive to the needs of others. Although I enjoy my work, animals have always been my real passion. I’d love to spend more of my time around dogs, giving them the attention, affection and care they deserve. I’m reliable, punctual and attentive, and I always take the time to understand each dog’s personality, routine and little habits. My goal is for every dog in my care to feel safe, happy and loved while they’re with me. I currently work as a home care worker, but I have a flexible schedule and plenty of time to spend with pets. At the moment, I’m generally available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, with some extra availability depending on my rota. From October, I’ll be working mostly in the evenings from 3pm onwards, so I’ll have my mornings and daytime free for walks, visits and pet sitting. I’m hoping to eventually make pet sitting my full-time job. For now, I’m keeping my work in home care while I build up my pet-sitting experience and meet more lovely pets and their owners. Once I have enough regular bookings, my goal is to dedicate myself to pet sitting full-time. I genuinely love spending time with animals and would much rather spend my day going for walks, playing and giving pets lots of attention! I’m reliable, caring and happy to adapt to each pet’s individual routine and needs. My home is a safe, comfortable and spacious place where pets can feel relaxed and at home. I have a fully enclosed garden, so dogs can enjoy some outdoor time safely, as well as plenty of space inside the house to rest and settle in. I also have a very friendly and independent cat who is used to sharing her space with other animals. She spends a lot of time outdoors and likes having her own little routine, so she is not constantly around other pets. She lived happily alongside my dog for three years, so I’m used to helping animals get comfortable with each other and respecting their individual boundaries. Every pet is different, so I always take the time to understand their personality, routine and needs. Whether they are energetic and playful, shy and nervous, or simply prefer their own space, I make sure they feel safe, comfortable and cared for. When looking after a pet in their own home, I’m happy to follow their usual routine as closely as possible, including their feeding times, walks, playtime and any other instructions from their owner. My priority is always that pets feel safe, loved and relaxed while their owners are away.
“She was very nice and accommodating. She did communicate with me during my dog stay with her, sending me photos and message which assured me that my dog is looked after properly. Highly recommend her”
“Ellena was great. She was very friendly with us and was lovely with our dog Faith. She kept us informed of what Faith was up to with updates and photos/videos. Such a great person for looking after our much loved dog. We needed to change plans slightly and Ellena was really flexible. Overall we highly recommend Ellena. Thank you Ellena.”
“Caradog is a very kind and considerate young man and after having taken care of freya for 10 days I have no reservations in recommending him or using him again. Freya is a very energetic young cocker spaniel with regular exercise and attention requirements and Caradog looked after all her needs.”
“What an amazing sitter! Beata was so kind, friendly and accommodating to me and Fidget! A lovely home with a wonderful big garden. She has a wealth of experience with dogs and Fidget clearly had an amazing time! Thank you so much!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Cardiff is £33
Pet owners share their Rover experiences - Cardiff
Amy and her partner were absolutely brilliant with Geoff while we were away. They genuinely enjoyed having him, and from all the updates and photos, it was clear that Geoff felt completely relaxed and at home with them. It really looked like a home away from home! We felt totally reassured knowing he was being so well cared for and would happily leave him with them again. Highly recommended!
Khalid, was a great host for Flynn, video and photo updates with comment on how he had settled, very reassuring. Personally Khalid was a delight to deal with, I would highly recommend to anyone looking to utilise his services. Flynn will be happy to reconnect with Khalid and he will be a repeat lodger when circumstances require it.
Sam was brilliant from start to finish and made every effort to make Cooper feel comfortable and happy during his stay. We had regular updates and photos during the entire visit and Cooper seems to have really enjoyed every minute as Sam has catered for his extra requirements and character. I couldn’t recommend anyone better. Thank you Sam.
Adell was amazing with our Labradoodle Betty. She has a lovely little dog herself, Edgar, and Betty really enjoyed her weekend with a little friend! Adell was brilliant with communicating with us- giving us daily updates every few hours and took Betty on some amazing walks! Some of the photos she captured of Betty on her adventures with Adell are now printed and up in the house 😍 Betty soon had another snuggle buddy after long walks and was always happy in the photos Adell sent us! We will definetely reach out to Adell for future boarding we need as we felt comfortable leaving our furbaby with her and Edgar! Thank you again Adell 🤩 Rachel, Owen & Betty 🐾 x
Lauryn took fantastic care of our dog Gruff whilst we were away. He had an endless supply of cuddles and adventures and had to be disappointed to be coming home! Clover is such a lovely dog and made the perfect doggy companion for him. We unfortunately had a cancelled flight on the way back and Lauryn couldn’t have been more helpful which we appreciated so much. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better to look after Gruff and we hope he will be welcome again soon!
Ellena was great. She was very friendly with us and was lovely with our dog Faith. She kept us informed of what Faith was up to with updates and photos/videos. Such a great person for looking after our much loved dog. We needed to change plans slightly and Ellena was really flexible. Overall we highly recommend Ellena. Thank you Ellena.
All I can say is AMAZING, throughout the holiday I had daily updates and daily pictures and videos putting my mind at ease, I would highly recommend using Diane if you want your pet to be in a safe and reliable person , I will be using her services again when I next have a trip away
We met with Brianna a couple of times before our big pup of 7 months ‘Bridget’ stayed overnight for 5 nights, which I think helped her settle, Brianna sent us photos of her on a daily basis and you could see that Bridget was really happy so that immediately helped me feel better about leaving her whilst we were off on our travels. Would definitely recommend Brianna as she’s been very kind and caring with our big pup! Look forward to booking her again soon x
Lisa was so brilliant at looking after Klaus. We did an introduction session beforehand with her parter and dog which helped ease my anxiety. She’s clearly very experienced at looking after daxies and she kept my updated with pictures and messages throughout his stay.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Boarding in Cardiff on Rover is £35.65 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 1,488 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Cardiff. About 91% of Cardiff sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you are planning ahead for public holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day cover for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
Yes, absolutely! Many sitters on Rover are experienced in caring for multiple pets simultaneously, whether you have a pack of dogs, a clowder of cats, or a mix of both.
Look for sitters who highlight multi-pet expertise or check for verified reviews from other Cardiff pet parents with similar pet households.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poo breaks occured. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available for dedicated customer support by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalised, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Every sitter on Rover must pass an identity verification before they can list their services. An identity verification confirms that the sitter is who they say they are based on their documents.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to £25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit our Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes dedicated customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement programme for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to £25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest vet. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorisation form for your regular vet. An authorisation form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
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