Dog Boarding in Derby

“Very happy with Paula and John. They had Ted for 13 nights and kept us up to date with photos of Ted. They seemed to love having him and treated him as part of their family. He’s only been home for 5 nights and he’s going back to Paula’s on Saturday. Although he can be quite clingy at home, we have no worries about leaving him in their safe and happy company xx”

Sandy T.

“Tessa was wonderful with Toffee, she took the time for meet and greet and Toff loved her. She had a great time roaming around the house and playing in the garden with Tessa’s poodles. We had a nice holiday because we knew Toff was in good hands, we received photos and updates daily and saw how happy she was on walks and at home. I was searching for someone to allow doggies around the house and on sofa, not to put them in crates and found Tessa to be the perfect host for our little doggie. Definitely will ask her again to petsit for us. Thanks again for everything dear xx”

Andreea B.

“Hayley was great, very easy to communicate with and we would definitely be happy to leave Henry with her again. He was taken on plenty of walks and came home very tired. Thank you Hayley ?”

Susie T.

“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.

“As usual Sam was amazing at looking after our rescue staffie Daisy 🥰. Sam has fantastic communication, from booking to updates- we get the cutest photos and nothing is too much for her when it comes to caring for Daisy's needs so we can fully relax and enjoy our holidays! Daisy is currently injured and Sam gave her her pain relief with no fuss, ensured she had a ramp to access the garden and Sam's husband even carried her upstairs to bed! Daisy can't wait for her next trip and we are so grateful to Sam and Mark for going the extra mile to care for our girl 🐶🐾♥️”

Morgan H.

“Jodie was absolutely fantastic looking after Buddy. From the moment we met, it was clear she genuinely loves and understands dogs. Buddy settled in straight away and was so happy and relaxed in her care. Throughout his stay, Jodie kept me updated with regular messages and photos, which gave me complete peace of mind. It was lovely to see how much fun Buddy was having and how well he was being looked after. When I collected him, he was happy, healthy, and clearly had a wonderful time. I wouldn't hesitate to book with Jodie again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and professional dog sitter. Thank you, Jodie, for taking such great care of Buddy!”

Nicola H.

“Holly looked after Winnie again and was super accommodating. She always takes great care and is very attentive. Thanks again holly! You rock!”

Mark S.

“Extremely pleased with how David looked after Ted, our dog, whilst we were away. He was treated like one of the family and made so welcome; it was comforting to leave him in such a friendly environment. Received lots of reassuring photos and videos while we were away, which were so lovely to see. Will have no hesitation in trying to book with David again.”

Jane H.

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.

“Thank you so much for looking after my precious boy. You guys are a lovely, accommodating family who couldn’t have done more for him!! Thank you Charlie for your lovely drawings of your adventures with Pickle. Will definitely give you a message in the future to see if Pickle can come round for another sleepover 🐾 🐩”

Sophie H.

“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.

“Would highly recommend Eve, my dog can be quite anxious but she looked after him as if he was her own and he had a lovely stay. Will definitely rebook.”

Jackie W.

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.

“Frankie could not have been in better hands. Shannon and her family were the most amazing hosts and went above and beyond to cater for his additional needs - Frankie has allergies that make him itchy and Shannon did everything possible to make him comfortable. Genuine care and love for dogs, plus regular photos and updates during the day meant I could relax knowing Frankie was happy and in excellent hands. He loved his stay and we will definitely be booking again. Thank you so much ?”

Elizabeth A.

“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.

“Wonderful couple, very welcoming and reassuring. Felt totally comfortable leaving my dog with them and there was never any doubt whilst in their care with regular updates and photos. No hesitation using them again ☺️”

Sylvia C.

“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.