Pet Boarding Cardiff
Find a loving Cardiff pet sitter to watch your cat or dog overnight at your sitter’s home.
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“I've just picked Syd up from his second stay with Becks and Ash and he is totally flat out and happy after all the playing he does with Jimbo and Max. I'm so pleased I can leave him in such a caring home. I'd recommend these two in a flash! Thanks guys x”
“Vlad is fantastic with Iggy. Him and his son gave Iggy lots of care and attention and fun, he didn't want to leave :) Vlad sent lots of lovely updates, pics and vids and was very responsive and easy to sort things out, even when my own plans were changing. Would highly recommend! Thank you so much Vlad!”
About: My partner and I have had animals all our lives and absolutely love having dogs around. We regularly have a rescue Greyhound stay with us. We would love to welcome other dogs into our home and give them plenty of love, attention and company. We also regularly look after friends’ and family’s dogs and cats, so we’re comfortable caring for different personalities, ages and needs. We’re happy to give medication when needed and will always follow your pet’s usual routine and instructions. We both work from home so there’s always someone around and your dog won’t be left alone. We have a secure, fenced garden and enjoy going for regular walks at our local parks There is always someone home during the week as we both work from home. We are able to walk before work, lunch time and after work We have a secure fenced garden. We have looked after pets in our own home and in the pet owners home. We have experience giving medication.
About: I have two rescue dogs which I brought up from 6 week old pups. They are overseas with my partner where I spend some of my time every year. I came from a dog loving family and at one stage we had two Bernese Mountain Dogs, a golden retriever and a German Shepherd. I love all dogs no matter there size. I love cats too, with the local cats finding me daily for some attention. I work for myself from home so can adapt my routines to give maximum love and care to your pet. Your pets will be looked after and loved through out there stay and it will be my pleasure to have their company. I have lots of nearby parks for their walks. I have a walled back garden with plenty of space and a downstairs apartment with easily cleaned laminate flooring. Your pets can roam freely around the property on one level.
“What a lovely stay Brillo had. Sevval was an absolute dream to communicate with and I feel that Brillo was so well cared for with love, attention and activities that must have felt like a holiday for her too. So many pics and videos. Would definitely recommend.”
“Amazing first experience using Emily for our 2 year old Sprocker Tilly. I couldn’t have asked for anymore. Regular photos & updates through Tilly’s stay and extremely helpful both arranging and throughout. Would highly recommend to all and will definitely be looking to book in with Emily again. I had one very happy and settled Sprocker after her stay 😀”
“Mel is absolutely fantastic! Took such good care of our dog and sent us loads of pictures and videos 🥰 She was really accommodating at very short notice and clearly loves animals. Thanks so much, will be booking again!”
“Our Italian Greyhound stayed with Matthew for one night as we had a wedding to attend. He was very well looked after and we got regular updates with pictures. Would recommend! Thank you 😊”
“I couldn’t recommend Joshua enough, I’ve had a few people on this app watch my Dog in the past and Joshua is amazing and kept me up to date with photos everyday. I have never felt more relaxed leaving Cocoa with a sitter. I can’t rate him enough! He is a lovely guy and very relaxed! I will defo be using Josh again in the future 10/10! P.S. I’m glad Cocoa behaved for you and by the sounds of it he had a fabulous time!”
“Scott took great care of Obi. He responded to messages quickly and was polite and friendly. Obi seemed to have a great time and we would happily have Scott look after him again.”
“My dog had an excellent time staying with Justine and Cameron. They were very quick to respond to my messages, sent a good amount of updates and I felt very comfortable leaving my dog in their care. Thank you!”
“Lydia was amazing - Willow seemed happy and confident when we fetched her and all the pics and updates we got were lovely. Would definitely recommend her boarding services to anyone with a dog that prefers 1-on-1 attention”
“My usually nervous girl was quickly very relaxed around Skye and her partner after their first meeting. She was happy to leave with them for her first sleepover and came home happy and chilled. They created a home from home environment for her and kept good communication during her stay. They were very reliable and on time with drop off and pick ups. They are a lovely, friendly couple who clearly love dogs and enjoy looking after them. I will definitely book them again in the future. Thank you ☺️”
“Absolutely brilliant. Seren looked after my dog Rupert for the week and he was very well looked after. Had lots of updates and pictures of his time which was lovely. Will definitely use again.”
About: I have grown up with two Labrador girls (one is age 7 and one is 10), helping to train them when they were puppies, feed them, give the older one her medication, and walk them both daily. Having grown up in a leafy village, I love to be outdoors, and enjoy walking or running in the Cardiff parks while at university. I would absolutely love to take a dog with me, and can adjust the walk length/level of activity (e.g playing fetch, walking vs running) accordingly. I live with four other dog lovers, and any dog would receive a very warm welcome to the house! We have informally dog sat for friends (shown in photos of us in our kitchen), which has worked really well, and it was lovely to give them lots of love and attention! I am currently on placement from Monday-Thursday, but am free on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for dog walking. Dog sitting availability will vary depending on the week. A typical day would include some walks/runs in the park (1-3 per day), some time at home (working, cooking, relaxing), and maybe a trip to a cafe/pub (all flexible). We sometimes go for small day trips as a house, e.g. Barry, Penarth, Brecon Beacons hikes, Dunraven Bay. I live a 10 minute walk from a park which has lovely paths and fields for walks/runs. (The connected fields have lots of space, great for playing and running off the lead). It is a five person house (including me) where we are all dog lovers. It has a cosy living room with a sofa, a kitchen, dining room and a small fenced garden (little patio, and shrubbery/grassy area) where dogs would have easy, frequent access in and out. Would be happy to set up a dog basket/crate in any of the above rooms.
About: I'm a clean, tidy, considerate person who has taken care of pets in other people's homes ever since I was little. Dogs are very good for my mental health and I really enjoy being in the company of cats too. My ex-boyfriends have always had dogs which I have enjoyed looking after when we’ve been together (and been very sad to leave!). My cat Crazy Bob sadly passed away when I was 19, and my current landlord doesn’t allow pets - plus every housemate I’ve had since graduating uni is allergic to cats - so I can’t have them in my own home. Therefore this is the best way for me to have quality time with animals. I am very happy to send daily photo and video updates as I know how hard it is when you are missing your best friends! I currently work 9-5 in a hybrid capacity between the office and from home. I wfh Thurs-Fri and I have my weekends free. I am available after 8pm on Thursdays and from Friday - Sunday I am available all day. I like to care for pets by following their established routine. Dogs for example, whether that’s taking regular short - long walks, playtime, time off lead, having the occasional treat, staying on the lead, socialising with other dogs or watching TV at home, having a healthy amount of meals and having plenty of cuddles!
About: Hiya! I’m Christy 😊 I’m a nurse by day and a devoted pet mum by night to my lovely older cat Ken, our new puppy Toast, and a horse called Tequila! I’ve grown up surrounded by animals (at one point we had five cats!), so I’m very comfortable caring for feline friends of all personalities. I also have experience looking after rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and fish. My work shifts are arranged fairly last minute, which often gives me flexibility to fit around your pet’s needs. I also have an up-to-date DBS check through my role. I’m fully trained and confident in administering medication, including injections, so you can feel reassured your pet is in safe hands. I’m lucky to have many repeat clients, so I recommend getting in touch early, especially around holidays, as I limit bookings to make sure every pet gets the time and attention they deserve. I’ll keep you updated with daily messages and plenty of photos, so you can feel confident your pets are happy and in safe hands while you’re away. I’m always happy to help with little extras while you’re away too, like watering plants or putting the bins out, just let me know what you need. Once Toast is fully trained and vaccinated I will start taking boarding and dog walking requests. I am available weekday and weekend mornings and evenings at short notice, and can usually accommodate same day visits if required in emergencies. I have some full day availability on weekdays and weekends with prior arrangement so please get in touch to discuss your needs. As a Mum, pet owner, and qualified nurse, I am highly organised and attentive when caring for your pets and your home. I will always try to accommodate any additional requests, looking after fish, hamsters, plants, bins, whatever it might be to help you to relax and enjoy your break without worry. I am experienced and happy to administer medications and basic first aid. I have a current DBS check, as does my partner as he is also a nurse.
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Cardiff is £34
Pet owners share their Rover experiences - Cardiff
Sam is just the best. The love that Sam has for dogs/puppies is astounding. What Sam can offer is a genuine service and we will be re-booking again. Our golden retriever puppy is only 7 months old and it is a scary thought when you have to trust someone who you don't know to take care of them. But Sam made it so easy. We did a meet and greet and I knew straight away that Sam was the best person to take care of our puppy. Such a kind person who has a warm heart. We could tell how much love and attention Sam gave to our puppy and kept us updated quite often. Thank you again Sam, you truly and an extraordinary individual.
I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for Bailey! Madison was incredibly accommodating, accepting my booking just two days prior to the sitting without any hassle. Her communication was excellent from start to finish, keeping me updated when i messaged and completely at ease while I was away for the two days. Madison took wonderful care of Bailey, and it’s clear she truly loves looking after dogs. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and attentive sitter! 😊
Really excellent care provided. Bethan was really lovely and looked after Patch so well. Even though it was only a short period, I could tell how happy he was. I received regular updates and pictures of how Patch was getting on which was very reassuring Would certainly use her again, as well as highly recommend 👍
I cannot rate Mel highly enough - we have an anxious dog, who finds being with strangers really hard and has separation anxiety. He's hit it off with Mel from the very beginning, she has such a calm, reassuring way with dogs and humans alike ;-) Amazing service, will always use her as a holiday home for our Teddy when we are not around! Big THANK YOU!
Natalia was absolutely amazing with Lola! Before the booking she offered to do a meet and greet which was great! Her and her partner Jacob are super friendly, welcoming and clearly love animals! We were very at easy had no doubt Lola would be looked after really well! Natalia sent detailed updates every day, with lots of photos and videos. She took her on long walks, gave her favourite veggies, fruit, played with her!! Lola was spoiled and looked very happy during her stay! ❤️
Yingfei looked after Mali over the weekend at short notice. Was comforting to meet and greet beforehand and we instantly felt at ease as could instantly see the love and care Yingfei and her family have for dogs. This was first time we had left Mali with anyone other than family but she had an amazing time. We were sent regular updates, photos and videos. So grateful for the love and care given and will definitely be boarding again. Highly recommend Yingfei.
Scott and his partner took exceptional care with Non while she was with them. They went above and beyond to make sure that she felt at home and were very careful and took sensitive care with her. She can be very nervous with loud sounds and she was with them over the Hallowe'en weekend when fireworks are lit and very noisy. They were excellent at communicating before plus during the stay by providing photos and a video to show how content she was. I don't think she wanted to return home! We would be more than happy for Non to be looked after again in the future with Scott.
My experience with Lauryn was superb from beginning to end. She cared for Murphy as if he was her own dog and he settled so quickly. Her own dog Clover became his new buddy and it looked like Murphy was having a great time. Lauryn sent regular updates, photos and videos which were great and put my mind at ease. Highly recommended!
Alex was great with our 2 highly strung, and pampered maltipoos! We had a meet up before the stay and Alex was really interested in their routines and personalities. He was really calm with them and kept us updated during the stay with messages and videos. Both dogs came back relaxed and happy.
I really want to thank Zhan for helping me out last minute. My Labrador Xander had a had a great time with Zhan over the last four days. He sent loads of videos of him everyday playing fetch and having fun morning and night. Very polite and friendly guy. I would 100% recommend him
Bear had an amazing couple of days with Charlie & Family. I had regular updates and Bear was very clearly looked after and was a very happy little one when I went to collect him after having so much fun and attention. Would highly recommend Charlie and I’m sure Bear will be back for another adventure very soon. Thank you!
This is Bettys second stay with Adell and Edgar- she thoroughly enjoys her time with them! Adell is great with keeping us updated with how she is doing and the pictures and always great! Betty is taken on some lovely walks and we always feel reassured when Betty is in Adells care! Betty is looking forward to her future bookings with Adell and Edgar 🐶
Great sitter! Sucheta made sure my cockapoo Bodhi got to know her a bit through a meet and greet first which was great and then kept her for a night and day. Suchetta and her family helped Bodhi settle in quickly and sent me photos and updates, checking any issues that arose. Would be happy to have Sucheta again to look after Bodhi, she did a fab job!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in Cardiff is £36 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between £28 and £46 per night.
On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 1,502 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Cardiff. About 89% 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.
Adding another pup to the pack? Most of the sitters on our site offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the 'Services' tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.
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 occurred. 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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 78% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 81% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 93% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, 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 use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
Every sitter must complete an identity verification process before listing their services on Rover. This process checks that the sitter’s identity matches their provided documents.
Identity verification doesn't assess a sitter’s experience or suitability for your pet. To see if a sitter is the right fit, you can review each sitter's profile for ratings, verified reviews, repeat pet owner information and care style. We also recommend arranging a Meet & Greet to discuss your pet’s needs and make sure the sitter is the right fit before booking.
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 casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who've never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover, but you're welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you've previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you're booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you'll have a chance to go 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. A Meet & Greet is a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.
sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three- or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.
Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-in visits, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12.00 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our booking protection will kick in. This means you'll get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.
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