Dog Boarding Gateshead
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“Julie was amazing. She was so professional, caring and reliable. Her family and home are beautiful and our dog obviously felt safe and secure with them. We were provided with daily updates and pictures and our dog came home relaxed and very well cared for. I’d definitely recommend Julie. Amazing job. Thank you.”
“I was really nervous about leaving my dog with strangers for the first time but with regular pupdates of how Rosie was & the fact they stuck to her routine put me at ease. The fact they had a friendly dog themselves made Rosie’s stay much more fun I would definitely use this couple again.”
About: I have cared for dogs since I was 11 years old and currently have a two-and-a-half-year-old Cockapoo in the UK. Alongside caring for my own dog, I have experience looking after both small and large breeds, as well as raising cats and rabbits in my home country. Dogs staying with me will enjoy daily visits to the nearby park, with at least two 30-minute walks or play sessions each day. With the owner’s permission and where it is safe, they can also enjoy off-lead play. I am patient, attentive and always take the time to understand each dog’s individual personality and routine, treating every pet as part of my own family. I believe every dog deserves to feel safe, loved and at home while their family is away. I am a PhD student with a flexible schedule, and my partner is at home full-time, so dogs staying with us will have plenty of company, attention and supervision throughout the day. Our usual routine includes three outdoor trips at around 9 am, 3 pm and 8 pm, with walks, playtime, sniffing and games of fetch in the large park just two minutes from our home. Between walks, dogs are free to relax, play and spend time with us at home. We also do our best to follow each dog’s usual feeding, walking and sleeping routine, so they can settle in quickly and feel comfortable and at home. We live in a spacious two-storey house with plenty of room for dogs to relax, play and move around comfortably. A large park is only a one-minute walk from our home, making regular exercise and outdoor time easy. Dogs are not routinely kept in crates, although we can follow their usual crate routine if requested. All guest dogs are welcome on the sofa, and dogs under 30 kg may sleep on the bed with the owner’s permission. We carefully follow all care instructions and make sure every dog is well supervised throughout their stay. I also keep detailed records of your dog’s daily routine and wellbeing, including their meals, walks, toilet habits, mood, behaviour and any other important changes, so you can easily keep track of how they are doing. Regular photo and video updates are provided throughout the stay, together with detailed status updates, so you’ll always know your dog is safe, happy and having fun. Photos are shared in a way that allows owners to easily view and save them as lovely memories of their dog’s stay.
“Erin and Alex were absolutely fantastic from start to finish. It was our first time using a dog sitter but after meeting Erin at her home I knew Ozzy was going to be well looked after. She kept in touch daily about where they had been and took loads of photos! I think Ozzy was living his best life at their house. Thank you so much!”
“This was our first time using a dog sitter, and I was a little nervous, but Brianna was fantastic. She took great care of our dog Betsy, kept me updated with messages and photos, and made the whole experience stress-free. My dog was happy and well looked after. I would definitely recommend her and would happily book with her again. Thank you!”
“Lyudmila has been professional though out Dizzie stay with message also pictures and walks . Lyudmila listened to Dizzie when she’s needed go to the toilet also for her walks . Nothing was a problem to Lyudmila she made me so comfortable for Dizzie to stay at her lovely home . Also it’s home to home for Dizzie . I will be booking again for Dizzie at Lyudmila .”
“Dolly had a lovely time with Yuen Shan W. Met up before hand to introduce each other. Lots of updates throughout with photographs. Felt very confident Dolly was well cared for. Will definitely use again.”
“Arthur had a great stay. He has come back happy and healthy. Larissa was great to communicate with and flexible when our pick up/drop off times changed. She is very safety conscious and really listened about his diet needs. Would definitely recommend her as a sitter.”
“Really happy with the way Rebecca looked after our Reuben. He’s a proper family pet so wouldn’t have settled in a kennels. With Rebecca it felt like he was just i seamlessly transferred from one loving family home into another. Looking to book another stay.”
About: I’ve grown up caring for dogs, including my own Shih Tzu, so I understand their needs and personalities deeply. I’m gentle, patient, and great with both playful pups and senior dogs. I focus on comfort, trust, and keeping each dog happy, safe, and loved—just like they deserve. I work part-time on weekends from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m., so I’m free most afternoons and weekdays to walk, play, and care for dogs. Spending time with them fits easily into my routine—it’s something I truly enjoy and look forward to every day! I treat every dog as if they were my own. In a pet owner’s home, I follow their routine carefully—feeding, walking, and playtime just as instructed. I make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved, keeping their space clean and cozy while giving them plenty of attention and affection.
“Anna and her husband looked after Koko over the weekend and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. They were very responsive from the start and kept us updated throughout his stay with messages, photos, and videos, which gave us real peace of mind. They were both incredibly supportive and helpful, and it was clear that Koko was well cared for and comfortable. I truly think he really enjoyed his little staycation with them! We would absolutely recommend Anna and her husband and wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again.”
“First time boarding our boy and were very unsure but Emma was wonderful. She was reassuring, knowledgeable and very friendly. We will definitely be leaving our boy again in the future.”
“Wouldn't hesitate to leave Cleo with Jake again. Cleo seemed to have a lovely time with Jake. He's a very nice friendly guy who clearly loves dogs and does what he can to make sure they have a nice stay.”
“This was Ollie’s second (and longest) stay with Csilla. Ollie is an anxious rescue dog and was immediately comfortable with Csilla. I was so grateful for the photos and updates, and how much Csilla fell in love with him. On pick up the feeling was obviously mutual and he would have been quite happy to stay! I highly recommend Csilla as a boarder and will definitely be booking again.”
“Lauren has looked after our two staffies twice now and we couldn’t happier with the level of care. She’s brilliant at sending regular updates and great at wrangling our big bundles of energy. We can tell how much our girls love staying because this time when we dropped them off they ran to the front door!”
“Usually we have our Labrador looked after at home with housesitters. This is the first time he was boarded in someone elses home. (He can be quite boisterous). We didn't need to worry at all. Buddy fell in love with Laura & Leandro straightaway. They are lovely people and took great care of Bud. Nothing was too much trouble and Bud particularly liked snuggling on the sofa with Laura and their gorgeous little dog Sindy. Buddy loved Sindy too and they played for hours together. Bud now has a new doggy best friend. Thank you Laura & Leandro for the great care you have given to Buddy. Highly recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Jack had a lovely stay with Andrew. Although just a short break, Andrew kept us up to date with regular messages and photos. Andrew was really patient with Jack and changed his plans to fit around him. Highly recommended, and we will be booking Jack in with him again soon.”
“Delphi always enjoys her stays at Bills. She is exercised and stimulated in a really considered way. Taken to new places and given chances for exploration. We always appreciate Bill’s updates and knowing how settled and content Delphi is. Thank you”
“Milena was absolutely fantastic with Griffin, and put so much effort in to comfort him on his first night away from home. Fantastic communication with lots of photos and updates, and very accommodating and understanding of our last minute booking. Overall great experience thank you!”
About: I’m a reliable and caring dog lover with plenty of experience looking after dogs. My mum is a dog sitter in North Yorkshire, so whenever I’m at home I regularly help with walking, feeding and caring for the dogs she looks after. Over the summer, I also dog-sat for a week for people in my home village, giving me experience caring for dogs independently and making sure they are happy, safe and well looked after. I’m responsible, trustworthy and genuinely enjoy spending time with dogs. I’ll treat your dog as if they were my own, making sure they get plenty of attention, exercise and care while you’re away. 🐾 I’m currently studying at Northumbria University and only have around two hours of lectures three days a week, so I have plenty of flexibility in my daily schedule. I already enjoy going on walks every day, so dog walking would fit naturally into my routine. I’d be happy to arrange walks around my university commitments and make sure your dog gets plenty of exercise and attention. I have a fenced-off area at the back of my house where dogs can safely spend time outside. Although it doesn’t have grass, I also have a front garden with grass where I can take dogs out on a lead. I would always make sure they are supervised and secure when outside. I’m happy to follow each dog’s usual routine, including feeding, walks, playtime and any specific instructions from their owner.
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Gateshead is £30
Dog owners share their Rover experiences – Gateshead
We were very anxious to leave our dog Charlie who has diabetes with anyone as he has a special feeding regime alongside daily injections that need to be given. Laura managed this very well and sent us regular videos and photos so we could see he was well. He has come back tired but with his age and health that was to be expected. Thanks for looking after him and following his plan so well.
Adam and her fiancée really treated Bella like their own dog. I can tell that when I went to pick her up she was really happy there. I received pictures and videos of Bella to show me how well she’s doing. Thank you both again for looking after Bella so well. I will definitely book Adam again if needed .
Copper and Ginny stayed for two weeks, and we honestly couldn’t have been happier with the care they received. From the very beginning, they took the time to get to know the dogs with a pre-stay visit and made notes about their individual routines and schedules. This really showed how kind, considerate and attentive they were. They made Copper and Ginny feel completely at home — it really was a home from home for them. It was lovely to receive regular updates while we were away, which gave us great peace of mind and was very much appreciated. Most importantly, the dogs came home very happy and clearly enjoyed their time with them. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them and will definitely be booking with them again. Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of Copper and Ginny! 🐾
Jemma is obviously experienced looking after new dogs and has really calm manner. Frida enjoyed her stay and got on well with her little dachshund. We are boarding Frida with Jemma again for 10 days and have no worries that Frida will be well looked after. Jemma's communication is great and makes it easy to arrange a stay. I would recommend 👍
Connie is absolutely lovely and very helpful with the whole process. She made sure there wouldn't be any issues with both our dogs. Marnie is such a sweet dog. We received plenty of communication to ease our minds as well as lots of photos to show how well Sunnie was settling in. I can tell she had an amazing time and would be happy to have her stay again x
Perfect as always! Arthur has had a great time and made a doggy friend who he is missing already! Michaela is great with his special diet and making sure he is walked first thing when it is this hot. She is great with giving updates, photos and making sure he is really well taken care of.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in Gateshead on Rover is £32.2 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 512 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Gateshead. 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 North East 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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