Dog Boarding Forest of Dean
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“Lisa and her partner went above and beyond for our pup Darwin. Darwin was only 12.5 weeks at the time, and it was during a heatwave! Lisa and her partner went out of their way to buy a paddling pool and cooling mat for Darwin. Lisa provided 24hr care, and was very reassuring to my partner and I whilst caring for Darwin. Would definetly rebook!”
“I cannot speak highly enough of the dog sitting service provided by qualified Veterinary Nurse, Daisy. When planning a 10 day family holiday to Rhodes for early September ’26, we initially consider local boarding kennels for our fabulous 10-year old English Springer Spaniel, Ripley, but on this occasion also researched the option to home Ripley with a dog sitting service via Rover.com. We are so very happy to have chosen this latter option. Having sent an initially enquiry to Daisy about her availability for our holiday dates, my wife and I took Ripley to meet up with Daisy and her two lovely, very well behaved dogs, Rupert and Quinn, for a short local walk locally in the Forest of Dean. Daisy was great, her dogs lovely and friendly towards Ripley, and Ripley was immediately totally at ease to go for a run and also to splash around in a nearby by stream with Rupert and Quinn. Spaniel heaven! This meeting gave us complete reassurance that housing Ripley with Daisy instead of a boarding kennel was the right thing to do. The day before our travel, I dropped Ripley off at Daisy’s house with its secure, fully enclosed garden and was shown where Ripley would be sleeping and spending time when inside the house. While we were away, Daisy kept us regularly updated with how Ripley was settling in. We could see from the comments and photos sent that he was having a great time, totally chilled out and having some great daily walks with Daisy, Rupert, and Quinn. Within a couple of days, Daisy spotted something online (that we hadn’t) in relation to the brand of dog food Ripley eats, where the manufacture was taking the precaution of re-calling some of their meal options due to a possible connection with the condition ‘Dry Eye’. Daisy was very quick to raise this to us and kindly agreed to feed Ripley with the foods she gives to her own dogs. A veterinary check-up yesterday (16 Sept) confirmed that Ripley does indeed have dry eye and has been prescribed appropriate eye drops for this condition. Thank you, Daisy for your vigilance. My wife and I have already discussed that, if and when we venture abroad again in future, we will undoubtedly be calling on Daisy to look after Ripley. Thank you so very much, Daisy. You were brilliant! Simon & Alison Hawkins (& Ripley!)”
“Thank you so much George and mum!! Mine and my daughter's dogs have just come home from a holiday with you, they loved it so much, my puppy didn’t want to come home!!! We had regular updates with photos while we were away to show us how much they were enjoying themselves, and although my husband was convinced they would never have my manic pup back, they said they would be happy to have her again, I’m flabbergasted! She is a live wire and likes to keep people on their toes, but she loved it there with George and his mum!They must’ve been out for a long walk before we picked them up because they slept all the way home! :) We were so pleased with how they were cared for, we will definitely use George again!! Thank you from Tina, Alli, Nancy and Zelda!! X”
“Wow, what can we say! We are blown away by Sonya’s love and care. It was Biff’s first overnight time away from us, ever, and for an anxious dog, that was a tricky ask and quite daunting for us as owners. Sonya was so accommodating and conscientious, suggesting a little pre-visit to meet Biff and he then had a lovely chilled 24 hrs in her care. Thank you so much!”
About: I have always been around dogs since I was a boy, I used to be terrified of them but have grown in a deep lover of dogs. I am reliable and caring setting of hands that can be entrusted to take care of your pets. My gran over the years brought home an eceletic collection of dogs from the homeless shelter she worked in. The different dogs that came back with her have been a variety of ages, breeds, sizes and personalities. I've always been helped to look after them whether it's feeding, walking or just some belly scratches. Currently, I live with my parents and their long-term foster dog Lucky, a roundabout 3 year old, super super friendly Golden Retriever. I also helped my parents raise two rather excitable (and challenging) Beagles so if you're pet friend is a bundle of energy then I have the experience (and patience) to take care of them ✌️ Excited by the opportunity to meet more furry friends. I work from home in Drybrook, Gloucestershire on Wednesdays and work in Malvern the rest of the week. I am happy to stay over to dogsit all evenings and weekends. I can keep your dogs over weekends. I have a safe and securely fenced garden that is open and easy for your dog to access all day. They are happy to play with Lucky, a 3 year old super friendly Golden Retriever, who enjoys the company of other dogs. I am surrounded by woodland and a nearby park which are great for short or longs walks.
“Cleo had an amazing time with Georgie and family. They were all so kind and welcoming with lots of pictures of activities and a genuine interest in her wellbeing, we had complete peace of mind. Highly recommend sitter.”
“Bethan and her husband have been absolutely fantastic with our dog. They helped out last minute when we were let down for someone to have our dog for our wedding. We were worried as our dog is quite nervous but he settled straight away and they sent videos & photos that were really reassuring during Rio’s stay! Would highly recommend and definitely trust them with my dog again”
“Toffee loved his weekend stay with Louise, as always. She made sure he kept cool with only very early and late walks and the use of a cooling mat as well. Louise sent photos through as well, so I knew Toffee was feeling at home. Would thoroughly recommend Louise as a very caring dog sitter.”
“As always, Pippin's stay with Heather was excellent. He had so much fun and was so well looked after, and I was kept informed with well timed updates on what he was up to! I would recommend Heather for anyone who wants someone to truly care for their dog.”
“Rachael was great with Chester. He absolutely loved being there. When he was picked up, he was very happy and tired and slept for hours when back at home I could tell had a fun time. I will definitely be using Rachael again. Highly recommended.”
“Mel is an absolutely incredible dog sitter, she gave my little dog such a lovely time I was worried she wasn’t going to want to come home! Mel took her on plenty of lovely walks, lots of cuddles and affection which my dog laps up! I was a bit worried leaving my dog as she’s not very good with kids, but Mel was super understanding and handled Darcies behaviour really well. I would highly recommend Mel, she will take very good care of your pet. Thank you Mel for spoiling Darcie whilst we were away!”
“‘Kelly and their lovely brown cocker Nala greeted Joni warmly for her weekend stay, looked after her well, took her on long walks and river swims, but also respected her home routines. Joni seemed very happy and healthy after 4 days at the farm, playing with Nala in the wide open fields adjacent to the property, and although she was pleased to see me and come home she looked sad to leave Nala & her family. An excellent weekend doggy home and we will hopefully take Joni to stay with Kelly, Dan, Nala at their lovely open country home again!’”
“I am a new customer to Solange and was absolutely delighted by the care and service she gave through the entire process for our border terrier Hugo who we’d never left before with a sitter outside of the family. Solange kept us updated with pictures throughout the stay and is very professional and attentive. I would highly recommend Solange - we certainly hope to use her help again.”
“Thank you Holly for taking care of Stan and for the photo updates whilst we were away. This was Stan’s first time staying with someone other than friends and family and Holly put me at ease from the start, even on the return when our flight was delayed Holly was accommodating in a very late pick up. Fabulous dog sitter and we would highly recommend Hollys care. Thank you Holly! Xx”
“Rachel helped us out last minute when our original plans fell through. Our dog, Maple, had a brilliant time and it was great to get lots of pictures and video of her throughout her time at Rachel’s.”
“Ali and Andy were great with sending daily updates on Kev and kindly took Kev on quieter walks after learning he is reactive. He was well and truly looked after with lots of cuddles on the sofa and walks in and around the Malvern hills. Kev came home happy and relaxed - would definitely recommend to family and friends!”
“Louise did an amazing job of looking after our puppy! She took her on amazing walks and kept us updated. Our pup was very happy with her and her two dogs, would highly recommend her as a dog sitter. She also gave us some great advice too.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Forest of Dean is £35
Dog owners share their Rover experiences – Forest of Dean
I cannot speak highly enough of the dog sitting service provided by qualified Veterinary Nurse, Daisy. When planning a 10 day family holiday to Rhodes for early September ’26, we initially consider local boarding kennels for our fabulous 10-year old English Springer Spaniel, Ripley, but on this occasion also researched the option to home Ripley with a dog sitting service via Rover.com. We are so very happy to have chosen this latter option. Having sent an initially enquiry to Daisy about her availability for our holiday dates, my wife and I took Ripley to meet up with Daisy and her two lovely, very well behaved dogs, Rupert and Quinn, for a short local walk locally in the Forest of Dean. Daisy was great, her dogs lovely and friendly towards Ripley, and Ripley was immediately totally at ease to go for a run and also to splash around in a nearby by stream with Rupert and Quinn. Spaniel heaven! This meeting gave us complete reassurance that housing Ripley with Daisy instead of a boarding kennel was the right thing to do. The day before our travel, I dropped Ripley off at Daisy’s house with its secure, fully enclosed garden and was shown where Ripley would be sleeping and spending time when inside the house. While we were away, Daisy kept us regularly updated with how Ripley was settling in. We could see from the comments and photos sent that he was having a great time, totally chilled out and having some great daily walks with Daisy, Rupert, and Quinn. Within a couple of days, Daisy spotted something online (that we hadn’t) in relation to the brand of dog food Ripley eats, where the manufacture was taking the precaution of re-calling some of their meal options due to a possible connection with the condition ‘Dry Eye’. Daisy was very quick to raise this to us and kindly agreed to feed Ripley with the foods she gives to her own dogs. A veterinary check-up yesterday (16 Sept) confirmed that Ripley does indeed have dry eye and has been prescribed appropriate eye drops for this condition. Thank you, Daisy for your vigilance. My wife and I have already discussed that, if and when we venture abroad again in future, we will undoubtedly be calling on Daisy to look after Ripley. Thank you so very much, Daisy. You were brilliant! Simon & Alison Hawkins (& Ripley!)
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Forest of Dean on Rover is £40.25 per night (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 1,412 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Forest of Dean. 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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