Dog Boarding in Derby

“Excellent home from home pet sitting for our Labradoodle. Paula and John only take dogs from one home at a time which suits us very well. Highly recommended and we have already booked for several more holidays.”

Bryan S.

“Maverick had a great time on his 2 week holiday with Tess! I know this from the regular pictures and videos of him either playing or cuddled up comfy on the sofa. I'm so pleased to have found Tess on Rover and will definitely let her look after Maverick again... I might even book him in for a day or two just so he can play with Tess' dogs who he made friends with and will miss!”

Daniel C.

“Freddie had the perfect stay. It’s always worrying when using someone new but Samantha and her husband was so friendly and asked lots of questions about Freddie which was reassuring that they were making sure they knew things about Freddie to make his stay perfect. The updates were also very much appreciated. The resident dog, Eddie was perfect for Freddie and gave him space. Hopefully Freddie will become a regular visitor as will not hesitate to use Samatha again.”

Jen B.

“Hayley was an absolute star looking after our Freddie! She was easily contactable & flexible when making arrangements. Freddie loved his stay & was suitably tired when we picked him up!”

Jamie J.

“Blake really enjoyed her time with Elsie, Jodie is lovely and very competent, she was also able to fit me in last minute which was great. Thank you again xx”

Finley H.

“Spud had such a lovely stay with Sam! Having a reactive dog, it can be challenging to find someone who understands the extra bit of comfort they need to settle but Sam was great. I had regular update pictures of Spud, which really put my mind at ease! I would 100% recommend choosing Sam to care for your pups!”

Ellie H.

“Holly was very welcoming and friendly. She looked after Winnie overnight and took her on a couple of walks. We felt really comfortable leaving Winnie with Holly and could enjoy our night out without worrying. Would absolutely recommend Holly and would use her again in a heartbeat.”

Mark S.

“Very impressed, really took time to understand our rescue dog and meet his needs. Fantastic communication. Sent photo’s and messages daily with updates. Dog settled quickly, building trust. Would highly recommend.”

Donna D.

About: **I have hands-on experience with dogs, cats and other small pets through dog grooming, pet retail, animal welfare support, and personal pet ownership. I currently share my home with two friendly dogs and two cats, and I regularly care for friends' pets. I'm confident handling pets with a wide range of personalities and needs and I take a calm, patient approach to help them feel safe, comfortable, and secure.** **My experience includes helping to rehome animals, supporting local welfare initiatives, and working alongside a veterinary practice on animal welfare and community education projects. I'm DBS checked, trained in pet first aid through professional grooming courses, and committed to providing the same level of care and attention I'd want for my own pets.** **As a qualified dog groomer, I can also offer puppy introduction sessions, bath-and-tidy appointments, and full grooms during your dog's stay. Grooming sessions are tailored to each dog and carried out at a relaxed pace, with plenty of breaks and positive reinforcement to keep the experience as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.** **To provide the best experience for every guest, I only accept small dogs who are friendly with cats and comfortable in a home environment. My goal is to create a true home-from-home where dogs can relax, play, enjoy companionship, and feel part of the family while you're away. Whether your dog loves adventures, playtime, cuddles on the sofa, or simply a quiet place to unwind, they'll receive plenty of individual attention, affection, and care.** **I want every dog who stays with me to be excited to come back—a place where they can have fun, feel safe, and enjoy their own little holiday while you enjoy yours. We are lucky to have great walks on our doorstep and are frequent visitors of secure doggy parks nearby so no dogs will be bored here!** I work from home, so I'm here throughout the day. Pets staying with us become part of our daily life, rather than being left alone for long periods. Walks, playtime, cuddles, rest breaks, and any grooming appointments can be tailored around each dog’s individual needs and routine. I live with two small, friendly dogs and two cats in a home with secure, fenced front and back gardens, with a gate between them for flexibility. The house is at the end of a private driveway, with no streets directly outside, and fields nearby with plenty of wildlife to observe. I only accept small dogs who are comfortable around cats and enjoy a home environment. I want dogs staying with me to feel as though they’re on holiday rather than in kennels. I can quickly separate dogs if needed, keep pets separate for meals or rest time, and follow any routines or instructions owners provide. Having worked with many different animals, including nervous and rescue pets, I’m happy to go at their pace and help them settle in comfortably.

“Jack looked after my German Shepherd for one night and provided excellent care throughout. He kept me updated, made sure my dog was comfortable, and was reliable and easy to communicate with. I felt completely at ease knowing my dog was in good hands. I would happily book with Jack again in the future and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy dog boarder. Thank you for your little ones drawing, I've popped it on my fridge.”

Sukhjinder K.

“Rachel and family, thank you so much for looking after our 2 boys for the week. From the first contact you were friendly and welcoming and it is clear the boys were very well looked after and had a great week with you. We would not hesitate to book with you again.”

Ben T.

“Jerry and Jess looked after our cat, Chester, very well. He looks very healthy and happy. Communication was great. The photos and videos put our minds at rest that Chester was happy and settled in well. We would definitely like to book him back in next time we go on holiday.”

Danielle D.

“Martha settled brilliantly with Eve, who was so warm and welcoming… Eve is the first person, outside of our family we’ve left Martha with, and she was amazing. We will now use her whenever we need a sitter. Martha loved her!”

Lynne G.

About: I currently have a 9 month old lab at home self training and a daughter who also helps with this and also loves dogs too Because we already own a dog we incorporate things such as a daily walk can be up to 3 a day or less if needed , we also take time in our day to advocate for his or hers needs such as interactive play ,enrichment and fulfilment activities that can suit certain breeds while also offering appropriate amount of rest and down time If the customers pet is boarding will will provide adequate care and time for the animal while also providing a place to sleep and rest and stuff to do ,if we are walking your dog depending on the dogs age and abilities we will suit a walk around them to keep them safe and happy

“A big thanks to Laura and Will, Dodo really felt home , away from home! They have really loved Dodo and Im sure Dodo will always love to go back!! Thanks to beautiful Zola, who was a fab friend to Dodo... I'm sure he had a fab play time!”

Santosh G N.

“Rebecca and Lewis took excellent care of our dog Pepe over a weekend. They sent regular updates and he came back to us very happy, relaxed and tired! They clearly have a love for dogs and gave him lots of attention and long walks. Communication was smooth from start to finish and nothing was too much trouble. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again 🐾”

Georgie S.

“Absolutely brilliant from start to finish have already rebooked them for the next time we are away thank you for taking excellent care of my little monsters”

suzie k.

“We couldn’t have asked for better dog sitters for Hazel. From the moment we left her, we felt completely at ease knowing she was in such caring, loving, and capable hands. Hazel was clearly happy, relaxed, and well looked after during her three-night stay, which says everything. We received great updates and could tell she was treated like part of the family. Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of her — we wouldn’t hesitate to book again and highly recommend you to anyone looking for truly caring dog sitters.”

Julie N.

“Sarah is incredible. She gives the best updates and you really feel like your dog is at a home from home. So grateful to have her around. Sultan had the best stay with her and was loved, cared for and well fed. She is brilliant”

Melanie G.

“Venetia and Chris are fantastic. They made cody feel right at home and took exceptional care of him. They provided regular updates and pictures which helped put my mind at ease. I have no hesitation in recommending Ventia and Chris to look after anyones dog. Thanks guys.”

Dan W.