Dog Boarding Exeter
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“Nick communicated well throughout the process and was flexible and friendly. Our pup was well looked after and came home happy and healthy. We had daily photos and updates which was a lovely way to stay in touch.”
“Yves and Nick took amazing care of our big chap Snoopy this weekend. They sent lots of photos and videos of their adventures and he was clearly a very happy boy staying with them. We will certainly be booking again in the future. Thank you again ☺️ x”
“Margot had another great stay with Talita, Neil and Mala. We were kept updated with fun videos of their walks and cute pics of them relaxing afterwards! Margot always has so much fun and is sad to leave!”
“Josie is absolutely fabulous. If you want your dog to have a wonderful holiday as well, this is your lady. She sent lots of photos, so we could see what a great time Tilly was having with funny comments that made us laugh. Josey had 2 lovely boys who loved on Tilly so much it was perfect. Pretty sure if Tilly could pack her bag she would be going back ASAP. I cannot recommend Josey enough and we already have more breaks booked with her.”
“This was Ruairi's second visit and he went in to Angie and Garry's tail wagging and more than happy to see them. Is is obvious that they provide a loving and caring environment and that he feels safe and secure with them. Thank you!”
About: We are a dog-loving family based on the edge of Exeter, with over three years’ experience as trained Guide Dog fosterers. Through our work with Guide Dogs, Luke and I have completed official training and have hands-on experience caring for dogs with a range of needs, routines, and temperaments. Before fostering, we’ve always had dogs in our lives as family pets, including supporting with breeding and puppy rearing, so we’re confident and capable with dogs of all ages. Our children (aged 8 and 11) are calm, respectful, and well used to being around dogs, understanding how to approach and interact with them safely. Both of us work from home, which means your dog will have plenty of attention, regular toilet breaks, and consistent care throughout the day, as well as daily walks. We lead an active outdoor lifestyle and enjoy trips to the beach, walks on Dartmoor, and (in the summer!) wild swimming—so there’s plenty of adventure on offer if your dog enjoys it. We live in a peaceful location with a good-sized woodland garden and easy access to beautiful rural walks, giving dogs space to explore, play, and relax. We absolutely love having dogs as part of family life and, while we’re not in a position to have one of our own just yet, we take real joy in caring for others as if they were part of our family. Pet care fits naturally into our daily routine as we both work from home, so there is always someone available to provide consistent care, attention, and supervision throughout the day. We’re able to offer regular toilet breaks, feeding at set times, and plenty of companionship. Our days already include walks and outdoor time, which we can tailor to suit each dog’s needs—whether that’s shorter, frequent walks or longer, more active outings. Evenings are typically relaxed and home-based, giving dogs time to settle and feel part of the family. Weekends are flexible and often involve outdoor activities like countryside walks or trips to the beach, so dogs in our care benefit from both structure during the week and enrichment at the weekend. We provide a safe, calm, and structured environment, drawing on our experience as trained Guide Dog fosterers. We follow each dog’s individual routine closely, including feeding, exercise, rest, and any specific training or behavioural guidance provided by owners. Our home is set up with dogs in mind, including a woodland garden for supervised outdoor time and easy access to quiet rural walks. Dogs are never left unattended for long periods, and we ensure they have a comfortable space to relax and feel at ease. We are confident handling dogs with different temperaments and needs, and always use positive, consistent reinforcement. We’re also mindful of safety around children—our two are experienced, calm, and understand how to behave respectfully around dogs. If caring for pets in an owner’s home, we aim to maintain their usual routine as closely as possible to minimise stress, while keeping owners updated with regular communication and photos for peace of mind.
“Flynn had a lovely time with Kerry and Wesley. Kerry was lovely with Flynn and he settled straight in. Regular updates and photos were appreciated. Would recommend Kerry 100% and we will book again.”
“Jill and Greg took care of Roxy for 10 days. We couldn’t be any happier with the care they provided. We received plenty of photos and updates and she was very happy. Will definitely use their services again”
About: Hi, I've been a mum to furbabies for over 25 years and would like to offer the same mum experience to your pets while you're away from home. My Boston Terrier Griff, Frenchie Margot, and cats Riley & Rosa would stay at home with family while I was with yours. Having said that, Griff and Margot are always up for playdates if it were suitable to you I can be fully at home from Fri evening to Tuesday early morning. I may be able to book additional days as annual leave with 6 weeks or more notice I will ensure your pets have the same routine and service that they have with you so that they won't be disrupted or unsettled while you're away from home
“Brilliant communication from the beginning, very accommodating and was very thoughtful of a dog's needs in the very hot weather. Very thankful she was available, enjoyed the photo's, our pet had a lovely stay.”
“I couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter! She looked after Salty for 6 days and was absolutely wonderful throughout. She is incredibly kind, warm, and clearly loves what she does. Salty was very well cared for, happy, and relaxed when I returned, which says everything. It gave me real peace of mind knowing Salty was in such good hands. I truly appreciate the attention, care, and affection she showed, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for someone reliable and genuinely lovely to look after their pet.Lx”
“I honestly can’t put into words how grateful I am that I found Georgina. We were on a family holiday and discovered last minute that our lodge didn’t allow dogs. Not knowing anyone in the area, I was really upset at the thought of leaving him with a stranger. I messaged Georgina and within minutes she replied — and within the hour, she was there. From the moment we met, she was kind, calm, and incredibly reassuring. She immediately put me at ease. She kept me updated throughout with regular messages and photos, which meant so much, and she even helped with pick-up and drop-off. Thank you so much again, Georgina — you truly made a stressful situation so much easier, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you.”
“From the first day we met Daniel, we knew we could trust her. And our intuition didn't disappoint us. We entrusted our dogs to her for nine nights. We received photos and stayed in touch the entire time, on vacation is the most important thing, knowing that everything is alright. We recommend her wholeheartedly. Thank you again.”
“Tilly did a fantastic job of looking after our terrier Buzz for the evening while we saw friends. She sent lots of photo updates and it was clear to see he was having a fab time with his new friends. Thanks Tilly, we will definitely be rebooking you in the future!”
“Nan was great with my cat Hugo. He is a very nervous cat to start but she listened to his needs and gently encouraged him to feel more at home. She sent me regular pictures and videos and always keeping me fully up to date on his toileting and eating habits. I will 100% be using nan again. Thanks so much , Hugo loved his time with you 🐈”
About: We are a family of 5, myself my partner 2 boys age 6&3 and our crazy cockapoo Lenny age 7. Our dog has epilepsy and eats everything in sight including the kids toys. He is very active, loves lots of playing and long walks. We always struggle to find a sitter when we go holiday so would like to offer our services for people like us. Lenny and the kids love other dogs. We are available to dog sit mainly in school holidays and weekends when we can give your special dog 100% attention so you can go on holiday and know your dog is in safe hands, our daily routine can be flexible to fit around your dogs needs We have a fenced garden, Lenny the friendly cockapoo who loves playing with other dogs and 2 kids age 3 & 6. We live within meters of a beautiful country park. Enjoy long walks and cuddles on the sofa. Our dog has epilepsy so we are experienced in giving medication.
About: I've take care of dogs of every kind. Neighbours and friends have relied on my to care for the dog whilst away, and I now have a miniature poodle of my own Mya who loves to be with other small dogs. I'm currently working part-time, working from home, so have plenty of time to keep you fury friend company during the day. I'm available for boarding at weekends as well as weekdays. I’m an academic at the University and feel very lucky to live in a spacious home with a secure, fenced garden close to the University and the beautiful Duryard Valley nature reserve — perfect for walks and outdoor time. I live with my 17-year-old daughter, who will also be at home over the holiday period studying for her A-levels. She absolutely loves dogs and will be delighted to spend time playing with your furry friend in the garden. We’ll be home throughout the summer and would love to welcome one guest dog into our home. We have a sweet miniature poodle who can be a little shy at first, but soon warms up, loves to play, and happily sleeps on my bed. To make sure every dog gets lots of attention and care, we only take one additional dog at a time. If needed, I’m also happy to crate your dog overnight at your request.
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Exeter is £35
Dog owners share their Rover experiences - Exeter
Highly Recommend Darran! Darren looked after our dog, Misty, for a week and did a wonderful job. We loved receiving regular photo and video updates—it was so reassuring to see her happy and well-cared-for while we were away. Darren is reliable, caring, and professional. We will absolutely be using him again!
Jill and Gregg are absolutely brilliant. My first time using their services and I wasn't disappointed! Kept in contact, lots of pictures and updates. Questions about her if they weren't sure. I will definitely look forward to booking them again as will Ruby. She had the queen treatment she deserves.
Erin has been a fantastic dog sitter- reliable, caring and clearly loves dogs. Obie was happy, well looked after and I received great updates while I was away. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Erin again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and professional.
Megan was responsive and very caring, enthusiastic with our dog Sandy. Appropriately in touch with updates, made us and him feel very at ease and he had a lovely time. Understanding when our return was slightly delayed and even dropped him home! Would not hesitate to use again and recommend. Thanks Megan.
Absolutely amazing service from Katie. It was my first time leaving my boy with anyone else and Katie made me and blue feel at ease! Blue has a pretty rigorous routine due to allergies and he came back in amazing condition and I’ve never seen him so tired meaning lots and lots of walks! Katie made sure she had his routine noted correctly upon arrival and kept me updated every day with photos of blue looking settled, happy and getting lots of walks and attention. Would rebook in a heartbeat. Thanks again 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Angela is amazing in making sure Ditto enjoying his stay with her. Ditto definitely love staying with Angela and enjoying play time with her 2 cute dogs. Angela is flexible when we were late getting caught in traffic. We would highly recommend Angela and would have her pet sitting Ditto again. And really appreciate that she was able to pet sit him for us. Thank you Angela.
What can I say about James he was the best and I can’t thank him enough first time leaving my dog but was reassured and plenty pictures Rigby the dog was well looked after and spoiled rotten I would not hesitate to leave him with James and co in the near future Thank You very satisfied customer 😊
Corey was so thoughtful in his communication with us, lots of pics and very welcome updates. He asked us about our dog’s habits and needs. He was very calm and gentle with Tess. Nothing was too much trouble for him. Took Tess on lots of walks. Our silly dog didn’t want to come home when we picked her up! Well, it took some persuading anyway! :) Wouldn’t hesitate to book Corey again. Thank you very much Corey!
I am both glad and relieved that we found Danielle, we were so worried about leaving him with somebody new. We were given constant updates and sent photos of him, clearly enjoying his stay. It made our weekend away so much more relaxing, without the worry of Arthur being safe and happy. He even bonded with her two year old son, who was quite upset when we came to collect him. We will definitely use Danielle again and cannot thank her enough for her care and communication.
I honestly can’t put into words how grateful I am that I found Georgina. We were on a family holiday and discovered last minute that our lodge didn’t allow dogs. Not knowing anyone in the area, I was really upset at the thought of leaving him with a stranger. I messaged Georgina and within minutes she replied — and within the hour, she was there. From the moment we met, she was kind, calm, and incredibly reassuring. She immediately put me at ease. She kept me updated throughout with regular messages and photos, which meant so much, and she even helped with pick-up and drop-off. Thank you so much again, Georgina — you truly made a stressful situation so much easier, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you.
I couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter! She looked after Salty for 6 days and was absolutely wonderful throughout. She is incredibly kind, warm, and clearly loves what she does. Salty was very well cared for, happy, and relaxed when I returned, which says everything. It gave me real peace of mind knowing Salty was in such good hands. I truly appreciate the attention, care, and affection she showed, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for someone reliable and genuinely lovely to look after their pet.Lx
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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Exeter
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Exeter on Rover is £37.95 per night (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 250 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Exeter. 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 South West England 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 .
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