Dog Boarding in Chelmsford
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Top-rated Chelmsford dog sitters
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 15%.
“Hannah is amazing! As soon as I met her I new Marley would love her & be well looked after. She did everything to accommodate him, gave him long walks,cuddles & play time. She updated me throughout his stay, Wouldn’t hesitate to ask Hannah to have Marley again. Thank you so much :-)!! X”

“Diana, you are fantastic! We have never left our little sausage Jumbo before and we’re really worried about going away. But from the time me and Jumbo met you I realised you were a kind and lovely lady who loves animals. Jumbo loved you too. Your regular updates and videos really stopped us from worrying and helped us enjoy our 40th wedding anniversary away. We have found someone special to look after Jumbo in the future!! Thank you Diana”

“Sarah & Joe looked after Marley so well, they are so kind and caring. Marley had the best time with them, he came home so happy. Sarah & Joe had everything set up for Marley & took him on long walks which he loves! Thank you so much, would highly recommend”

“I can’t recommend Karen enough. She went above and beyond with looking after Luna. She was confident and well experienced with bigger dogs and so Luna relaxed straight away. I got regular updates and I could see how well they were looking after her and how much they were enjoying having her there. It was lovely to see how much they’d bonded in two weeks. I will definitely be using Karen again she is just the best dog mum! Thank you xx”

“Rosie clearly loved being looked after by Alys, a home from home whilst we were away on holiday. It’s wonderful going away with absolute peace of mind that your fur baby is being taken care of with love and affection.”

“My first time using Rover. Chose Nicole due to having a Labrador puppy and her experience with them. Pollen had a lovely time and regular updates and pictures of pollen having fun. Will be using Nicole again!”

“Hannah and Chris watch over my JRT Ruby for 5 days and she had a wonderful time I returned to a not stressed pup and enjoyed lovely updates whilst away Will definitely book again ♥️”

“If I could give them 10 stars I would. They really looked after Toby and made sure they sent photos throughout his stay. Toby was so happy with them and they really did an amazing job looking after Toby like their own dog. I would highly highly recommend! Thank you!”

“Was the first time we had ever used a dog sitter so was a little nervous about it all. Will was friendly and eleviated any worries. He came and had a meet with our small chihuahua prior to the boarding which also eased any concerns we had. On the day of boarding he came and picked her up and kept us updated throughout the time we was away, with photos and messages. He dropped her back home and she watched at the window for him as he left. She came home very happy and very well cared for. Will is a fantastic dog sitter. We will definitely be using him again and would recommend his services to anyone. Thanks again Will!”

“Tanya has looked after Kobe so well that I would not hesitate to recommend her to my friends. I personally will not hesitate to use Tanya to baby sit my furry baby Kobe Datta. Thank you Tanya.”

“Cotton had the best time. Thank you really much for all your caring and patience with he. You even woke up at night to help her 🥹. Thank you. You definitely made my time away from her more easy.”

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 13 and have numerous dogs at my family home which I miss now I’m at uni and would love to look after any type of dogs so that there parents can have fun!! I’m currently a part time student at uni and only have 10 hours in uni and have spare time on my hands and looking for something to occupy that. I am very comfortable around any dog type and my flat as great access to gardens and very friendly neighbours and can take your dogs on a nice walk as I have access to my own car.
“Susan was absolutely fantastic to work with! She took incredible care of our precious baby, Nika, while we were away. The photos and updates Susan sent were wonderful, and Nika was thriving under her attention. We highly recommend Susan for any cat-sitting needs - she is trustworthy, reliable, and clearly very passionate about animals. Five stars isn't enough – I'd give Susan ten stars if I could!❤️👏🏻”

“I had a great experience leaving my dog in Edward and his partners care, communication was excellent from start to finish, I received regular updates and plenty of photos, which really helped put my mind at ease. Their home is perfectly set up for dogs to feel comfortable and have fun, with lots of space to play and relax. I could tell my pup was happy and well taken care of the entire time. Highly recommend and would absolutely book again!”

“Zoe was amazing! We have never left Betsy overnight with anyone other than family before and so I was a tad anxious about leaving her with a sitter for the weekend. Betsy is an older lady and has had some trouble with her bladder for which she has just started some new medication. Zoe was so so accommodating and understanding with it all and really put our minds at ease!! Lots of photos and messages throughout Betsy’s stay and I could see that she was super happy and relaxed 🥰🥰🥰 Betsy had lots of lovely walks too! Would definitely recommend Zoe to anyone looking for a sitter 😁😁 xxx”

About: I provide a relaxed, attentive care where dogs can be dogs. From bouncy puppies to laid-back seniors, everyone gets the pace that suits them. With countryside space to explore and Rosie always up for a play or a snooze, your dog will feel right at home. 🐾 If your dog loves to play and company, then I may be perfect dog sitters. I work from home with flexible hours so your furry friend will get lots of attention and play time and Rosie (goldendoodle). Work from home Monday - Friday for my own business. So I am fully flexible. I can offer how ever many walks your pet requires. I have a fenced front and back garden. If the dog gets muddy on their walk I was wash them. Dog will be allowed to on the sofa and bed. Dogs are free to explore the house.
Over 848 pet owners in Chelmsford have booked dog boarding
Chelmsford dog owners share their Rover experiences
Aneta looked after my Nala for 3 weeks and her family spoilt her with walks and cuddles and even got a Christmas present. Nala was happy and relaxed when I picked her up. I got photos and videos of the walks and I’m so glad I found you to look after my Nala. Thank you! 🐶🐾😊

Upon meeting Sam and discussions beforehand, I felt completely confident that George would be well looked after, and he definitely was. When I collected George he was relaxed and happy, it was clear George had a good time, going for walks and playing. Sam also kindly took George for a quick walk before we got there as he knew George was going to have a long car journey. Sam is a lovely kind person and we definitely recommend him. Thank you Sam 😊

Thank you to Eddie and his partner for taking really great care of our Rooey! They were accommodating and flexible with our last minute request which we were really grateful for. Eddie shared regular updates, pics & videos which we loved! Lovely professional couple, lovely home and Rooey was an all round happy boy. We’ll defo book again for sure and would highly recommend too! See you soon 😊

100% recommend - Ben and Gabriella provided Hugo with a home from home experience and he was such a happy and content boy after seeing numerous videos and pictures throughout the day - cannot fault the love and attention he received and Hugo can’t wait for his next sleepover! 🐾

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Chelmsford is £35
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your dog boarding sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new dog boarding sitter.
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Sitters in Chelmsford average 4 repeat pet owners for dog boarding
Dog Boarding FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
As of Feb 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Chelmsford is £35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs £245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs and their space's amenities. As a result, most Chelmsford dog boarding rates can be found from as low as £27 to as high as £47 per night.
As of Feb 2026, 981 pet sitters offer dog boarding in Chelmsford. 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, 91% of Chelmsford dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat pet owners have an average of 4 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 Chelmsford.
Rover makes it easy to find Chelmsford 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 981 dog boarding sitters in Chelmsford 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.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification before offering their pet sitting services.














