Dog Boarding Croydon
Book dog boarding with a loving dog sitter who will care for your pup or other pets in their home – ensuring they feel safe and loved, giving you peace of mind.
Over 2,134 pet owners in Croydon have booked dog boarding
Croydon, Find top-rated dog boarding
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 15%.
“Sybilla and her family were fantastic. They were able to accommodate Kevin on short notice, which I really appreciated. Kevin clearly loved his stay and looked so happy in all the photos Sybilla sent through. She kept me updated during his time there, which was great for peace of mind. Kevin came home relaxed and chilled out, which really says it all. I’d happily have him stay with Sybilla agai”
“I left my Pip with Justina for 2 weeks. I was nervous and emotional leaving him but Justina put me at ease right away with an update. She would update me throughout the day each day with photos, videos and little cheeky things he’d done. I appreciated this type of continuous communication very much. She is very observant and will let you know any change in the pet’s behaviour (what he is doing/not doing) so they have a great experience. She helped Pip go from a very nervous boy to wanting constant cuddles in a very short space of time. He relaxed into her love and affections. A beautiful thing to see. You will be happy leaving your beloved pet with Justina. She gives top care.”
“Reuben was amazing with Winnie. She was at total ease the moment they met and had a great time staying overnight. Reuben was great at providing updates and really flexible with us. Would recommend.”
About: Whilst fairly new to the dog sitting profession, I have fantastic experience raising our family dog Jasper from a puppy. He grew into an adorable large labradoodle, Jasper lived to 14years and I helped train him to behave fantastically with young children, a very calm and gentle demeanour. My first dog sitting experience was very recently after I lost my full time job. A good friend asked if I could look after their family dog in my flat whilst they are away on holiday for a week. My only other commitments in the week is the occasional saxophone gig, otherwise I am readily available to care walk and look after your canine family members. I live in a ground floor flat in Carshalton, very short walking distance from multiple parks, wilderness island (active shallow stream, clean spring water from wandle). I am improving my fitness and have been taking dogs on runs recently on lead. There is vinyl flooring in most of the property, but I put towels and rugs down to make walking easier for older / larger dogs. A pub near me even does doggy ice cream, so your dog can expect at treat once or twice during a holiday sit. I don’t have a driving licence so locality is important to consider and or drop off / pick up from owner will likely be required. I am fine to sit dogs of all sizes but a very large dog might struggle in a small flat. Please don’t hesitate to contact me (including call!) for more information and to get to know me better :). I am currently unemployed, not earning PAYE. I am a musician, meaning Friday and Saturdays nights / evenings are often busy. Some other music commitments may impact my schedule but am not away from flat for more than 3 hours. My flat is ground floor and secure. The block has cctv, and on a safe private road. The flat is surrounded by grass and trees of the shared garden. I have mats and rugs to place on my vinyl flooring and safe place for dog to eat, drink in the kitchen. I don’t enforce rules, if dog wants to lie in bed or on sofa, that’s no problem. Been known to visit the local pub which offers doggy ice cream - your dog can expect a summer treat when staying with me!
“Diana was delightful, as usual. Caring, kind and communicative during Toto's stay. Toto knows which is Diana's front door now, so when I dropped him off he led me in - always a good sign ! Thank you Diana for allowing me to take a holiday worry free. I hope to see you again soon.”
“Wouldn’t leave my dog with anyone else ! My dog loves to stay with Xuan , it is like home from home! Xuan treats my dog like her own, and is great at communicating photos and videos. I have complete peace of mind leaving my dog with Xuan which is so nice to have :)”
“Federica is so wonderful and Bailey had the best time with her. He was so relaxed and settled in like he knew her well. Federica kept me up to date and was very accommodating. I have another booking with her straight away 🥰”
“Salemne was amazing, our golden retriever buddy had the best time staying at hers for two weeks. She sent daily updates and videos of him on the walks and she also was able to drop him back to us on the day we returned from holiday! Would definitely recommend her as a dog sitter.”
“Our dog Geoff had the best overnight stay with Dominique, Marc and Pippin. He was well looked after and got plenty of walks a play time. Dominique kept us updated with lots of pictures and he genuinely looked like he was having the best time! Would definitely trust Dominique to look after him again.”
“Maximus was looked after beautifully. He was kept busy and was very happy. Would highly recommend Ross and his lovely wife. Will definitely use again as Max enjoyed his stay!”
“He did an amazing job, he went beyond we expect. I can't recommend him and his wife enough. He keep us posted everyday and our dog Lupi was such a happy dog when he was with them. We will definitely use him in the future when we will be away. We can't thank him enough!!! Thank you so much”
“Christian was amazing with Buster, sometimes Buster has anxiety but he was in extremely good hands and thoroughly enjoyed his stay. I was confident that Buster would be safe and happy with Christian”
“I have used Kate's services in order to go for a walk with her as an introduction, to leave my dog with her during the day and to leave my dog with her overnight. She was definitely a doggie-person and clearly does her best to make my dog happy - and succeeds. She provides plenty of photographs as an update. I was particularly impressed that despite picking her up at 9.30 a.m. Kate made sure my dog had an early morning walk at a local area of open space.”
“Oreo was treated like a king at Amelia's! Absolute gold star service. Amelia's love of animals is clear and her communication while we were away was excellent. Thank you so much, Amelia 🙏”
“Buddy had a great week with Anna and James, it made my week away more enjoyable knowing he was being cared for like their own dog. I would not hesitate to ask Anna and James again to look after my fur baby. Thankyou both x”
“Franco has looked after my dog a couple of times now and has been great, he’s been very responsive and attentive to any instructions and put my dog who can be nervous with new people at ease quickly to the point my dog was excited when we went back again! Definitely recommend, I’ll be booking again!”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Croydon is £35
Dog owners share their Rover experiences - Croydon
Keegan stepped in last minute to look after Maya for our holiday, and he was brilliant from start to finish. He is very kind, and his place features a very spacious home and garden that gave our husky plenty of room to stretch her legs. Throughout our trip, he was great at staying in touch, sending us photo updates from their walks and checking in regularly. During the heatwave, he was particularly thoughtful about keeping Maya safe and cool, setting up a fan and even treating her to ice cubes! It gave us total peace of mind knowing she was in such thoughtful hands while we were away. We’re grateful for his help and would happily recommend Keegan to anyone needing a reliable, caring sitter.
This was the longest I’ve left my dog with Keira and he had the best time ever. I always use Keira to look after my dog, because from the minute I drop him off I know he’s safe and is so well cared for. I got daily updates, messages and photos of my little boy. Even though I miss him, I never have to worry because I know he’s in safe hands. He has friends to play with and plenty of toys and I’m pretty sure he makes himself at home 😂. I will always use Keira and I will not stop recommending her because she truly is an amazing dog sitter!!
Urte looked after my dog, Marley, last weekend and did an absolutely amazing job. She was incredibly friendly, kind, and clearly cared about Marley. Throughout the weekend, she kept me updated with lots of messages, photos, and updates, which gave me real peace of mind while I was away. Marley had a wonderful time, and it was clear he was happy, comfortable, and well looked after. I couldn't have asked for a better sitter. I would definitely book with Urte again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring to look after their dog.
Megan looked after Hulk for 3 nights. From when we did the meet and greet I felt comfortable with Hulk staying with her. Hulk was looked after very well by Megan and she took care of Hulks many needs with washing his wrinkles and putting Vaseline on his nose. Hulk came home a very happy boy. Will be happy to book again
My two year old toy cavapoo Ruby can be a bit restless / anxious but Misha created a chillaxed and fun environment that Ruby felt comfortable in. This gave me peace of mind whilst I was away. Ruby also loved hanging out and playing games with Misha’s little dog Pickle. Thanks again Misha! Xx
Book with peace of mind
- Screened pet sitters have passed a third-party identity verification and show verified reviews from other pet owners, like you.
- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
- 24/7 support from the Rover team – here to help if you ever need someone to talk to.
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay via Rover’s secured platform – no cash required.
Booking Protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgeable and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us at any time.
Meet local sitters who will treat your dogs like family
1. Search
Browse profiles of sitters near you who offer dog boarding
2. Meet & Greet
Schedule a free in-person Meet & Greet to find the perfect fit
3. Book and Pay
It's that easy! All payments are processed via Rover's secured platform
Popular requests for dog boarding - Croydon
Select a filter and find qualifying sitters offering dog boarding.Sitters in Croydon average 4 repeat dog boarding pet owners
FAQs for Boarding - Croydon
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Croydon on Rover is £40.25 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog 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 Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 15,862 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Croydon. Enter your postcode to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
Finding the right boarding environment is all about peace of mind. Boarding with a sitter on Rover helps you find a cosy experience in a real home for your dog.
When searching for a host, look for a sitter who:
- Offers a secure, home-like environment that is clean and welcoming
- Adheres to your dog’s established routine for meals, activity, and rest
- Possesses relevant experience with your pet’s specific breed, size, and personality
- Maintains clear communication regarding the frequency of photo and message updates
Don’t skip the Meet & Greet! The free Meet & Greet is the best way to see where your dog will sleep and who they might play with.
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.
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog's vaccines is the best way to be 'boarding ready'. Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Sitters in Greater London may request that your dog be up-to-date on core vaccines, such as Canine Distemper, Canine Parvovirus, Canine Adenovirus (also known as DHP or DHPPi), Leptospirosis and Kennel Cough. Cats may be required to have Feline Panleucopenia Virus, Feline Herpesvirus, Feline Calicivirus, and Feline Leukaemia Virus up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
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 dog, 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.
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 .
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 dog to the closest vet. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog 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.
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.
We require sitters to operate in compliance with applicable local licensing requirements. In England, pet sitters who board dogs or provide doggy day care as a business may need a valid licence under the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) Regulations 2018. When vetting your sitter, ask if they meet local licensing requirements for dog boarding. This confirmation is important for coverage under the Rover Guarantee. Read more about our requirement for following local licensing requirements .
Connect anywhere with the Rover app
