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Prices are estimates per night for one dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 15% and taxes will apply.

“Karen is a fabulous sitter. Teddy couldn’t wait to get through the door and we were updated frequently with lots of lovely photos and messages. We would highly recommend this fantastic sitter with absolutely no hesitation.”


“First night away from us, but Adriana was a wonderful host and he soon settled in and made himself at home. adriana kept me updated with photos and it was very clear when we collected him that he had had a lovely time.”


About: Hi, we’re Ethan and Lauren, and have owned dogs & cats all our lives. Now we have no pets, we are happy to look after yours! We both work from home so we can structure our day around your dog and dedicate our time and affection to them. We’re happy to run, play and cuddle with them and understand their needs and wants well. Walks/Parks near our home - - Behind our home is the St Albans way walk, which leads all the way to Verulamium park and many other fun parks that your dog will love. - We’re also a short walk to Clarence park, will loads of room for walking and playing! - We also have a small park right outside our front door for these short walk abouts and when they need the toilet. We know from personal experience that leaving a pet with someone can initially be hard but this is a lot easier knowing your four legged friend has been left in the right care. We believe patience is key and we take time to bond with any dog in our care, so building trust, safety and support for your well-being and theirs is a priority for us. Please may I ask - Please bring anything your dog needs to make their stay nice and comfortable, including any favourite toys. We can provide poo bags and plenty of treats but anything else please bring with your dog. We both have work from home jobs and our schedules align so that we are able to have someone at home everyday of the week. Caring for pets at home or in a pet owner’s home involves providing fresh food and water, regular exercise, companionship, administering medication if needed, and ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. I follow any specific instructions provided by the owner, including feeding schedules, behavioral needs, and preferred walking routes.

“Mila had such a great time at Yalde & Mark’s this weekend! They have such a cosy dog-friendly home and they are really such a lovely couple. I didn’t think Mila wanted to leave after her stay! Yalde sent me pictures and videos throughout Mila’s stay and assured me that she’s settling in fine, playing well with their dog Maizy. Mila had cuddles and had a great time walking at a meadow near their house. I will definitely book again - a peace of mind for me to know that Mila was in good hands whilst I enjoyed my stress-free trip with my uni friends for a theatre evening and girly catch up. Thank you Yalde and Mark :)”


“Santa is absolutely amazing! She cared for our cats while we were abroad and they had such a wonderful time! Santa showed our cats so much love and was brilliant all the way through the whole experience. Santa was communicative (including sharing updates, photos and videos regularly), reliable, professional, and so so kind, caring and pleasant. My cats came back very relaxed and happy! Santa was also really open to our guidance on feeding etc for our cats (as one of them likes to steal the other's food!) and really took the time to understand their schedule, habits, preferences etc before taking them in. I would not hesitate to recommend Santa to care for your animals as they will be sure to have a wonderful time and be extremely well cared for by a truly lovely person!”


“Michele always takes the most wonderful care of our pup Rizzo and Rizzo is always so excited to see her! It's so great to be able to leave Rizzo with Michele and know that she is having a lovely time. Michele always plans lots of walks and things to do with Rizzo and sends us lots of updates, and we have complete peace of mind when Rizzo is there. Thank you Michele!”


“Greg was a star, easy to deal with , quick to respond and very friendly and open. Chubbs made himself at home instantly and their chilled approach helped massively with this I think. Chubbs even made other doggie friends whilst there. Chubbs slept for 12 hours straight his first night home so safe to say he had a ball”


“We couldn’t be more happy to have left Dexter with Myrto. She was patient with him and let him win his confidence and trust in the new house. It was the first time we separate from him and we could see daily content of how well cared he was. Would recommend 100%”


“This is the second stay our dogs have had with Kerri . They were excited to see her and looked like they had a fantastic time. She always treats them like members of her own family and are extremely well looked after. She makes us going away easy as we know they are having a holiday too. Thank you Kerri.”


“We were apprehensive about leaving our lovely little dachshund with a stranger however we met the very friendly Mary in a local park before committing. She immediately put us at absolutely ease both during this meetup and throughout Ketchup's one night sleepover. We were kept up to date with photos and videos from their walks and he was both very happy and very tired when we picked him up the next day. I felt very comfortable and happy with our choice. Mary's communications were clear and excellent throughout. I think we've found a new place for our boy to stay when we need a night away! Thank you Mary!”


About: I’ve looked after dogs of all ages, from playful pups to older ones who just want a quiet spot to snooze. I keep things calm and comfortable, sticking to their usual routines as much as possible. I’m used to giving meds, handling nervous dogs, and making sure everyone feels safe and settled. It’s just a cosy home where dogs can relax, be themselves, and get plenty of attention. Pet care is what I do so my schedule is only set around caring for animals. Our routine involves early morning walks, late afternoon walks, cuddle time on the sofa and enrichment in the garden with playtime. The kids get involved too. I have a large fenced garden and a separate large astro area so dogs can be segregated if they are anxious or preferred for garden time. Pets can be crated if necessary but are allowed in the sofas and beds for cuddles.

“Caesar truly enjoys his time with Deepthi and always feels cared for and cherished. I appreciate Deepthi and her family for their continuous efforts in keeping Caesar happy. Thank you!”


“We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect home from home thanks to Mathew and his wife, and having a playmate in border collie Cole the was the icing on the cake for Ziggy!”


“Jimmy was in excellent hands with Maria Luzia and her family and two lovely dogs. He was received as one of the family. Maria has experience with senior and rescue dogs, too, and has a calm and caring manner with dogs. I'd be very happy to leave Jimmy with them again.”


“Thank you Riceal!! We were a bit nervous leaving my dog Bailey with a sitter for the first time, but Riceal put us completely at ease. She went above and beyond, sending regular updates, taking Bailey on plenty of walks and giving him so much love and attention. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely be booking with her again!”


About: My name is Emma and I have always been an animal lover. I have become the person who all my friends and family always leave their pets with when they go on their holidays, I have some friends with pets with some anxiety issues and take it as a real compliment that they only will have me look after their pet when they go away! All this pet sitting for family and friends has led to other work of pet sitting for friends of friends and has made me realise how much I enjoy it and want to pursue it further. We have a lovely home with a fab secure garden in High Barnet and wonderful green spaces around us for doggy walks and play! We also have 2 outdoor bunnies called Buddy & Pickles who are no strangers to some doggy attention and never get phased! I absolutely LOVE walking, so thoroughly enjoy having some canine companions along with me. I work 2 days a week, but my days are scheduled well in advance so I am able to plan my days well ahead of time. Lovely secure garden with lots of space for run around and play. Happy for pets on sofas and beds if staying over on their holiday!

About: We have always had dogs in our lives Including other animals to! We adore our animals and they have always been a huge part of our lives. My husband is also very good at training dogs to! We have a lovely family home with our son and female Doberman it’s a home from home for your dogs x I work from home as I am a mum To a 7 year old boy and my fur baby girl so I am around to give them what they need! Hubby is around on weekends and evenings to! We are completely fenced in at the bottom Of a culdesack on a very quiet road. We have a very friendly fur baby to keep yours company
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Prices are estimates per night for one dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 15% and taxes will apply.


Wolfie W.Star Sitter

“Karen is a fabulous sitter. Teddy couldn’t wait to get through the door and we were updated frequently with lots of lovely photos and messages. We would highly recommend this fantastic sitter with absolutely no hesitation.”


Adriana L.Star Sitter

“First night away from us, but Adriana was a wonderful host and he soon settled in and made himself at home. adriana kept me updated with photos and it was very clear when we collected him that he had had a lovely time.”


Ethan A.Star Sitter
“Ethan is a compassionate and caring animal lover who has demonstrated his passion for providing exceptional care for pets over many years. He has worked hard to create a professional image and does so with a smile making him an approachable individual. His love for animals, and in particular dogs, knows no bounds and there isn’t an dog out there who wouldn’t benefit from his loving care!”


Yalde H.

“Mila had such a great time at Yalde & Mark’s this weekend! They have such a cosy dog-friendly home and they are really such a lovely couple. I didn’t think Mila wanted to leave after her stay! Yalde sent me pictures and videos throughout Mila’s stay and assured me that she’s settling in fine, playing well with their dog Maizy. Mila had cuddles and had a great time walking at a meadow near their house. I will definitely book again - a peace of mind for me to know that Mila was in good hands whilst I enjoyed my stress-free trip with my uni friends for a theatre evening and girly catch up. Thank you Yalde and Mark :)”


Shivani S.Star Sitter

“Simba had a lovely weekend with Shivani and Kai. He's come home completely exhausted, but enjoyed every minute of it 😄”


Santa G.Star Sitter

“Santa is absolutely amazing! She cared for our cats while we were abroad and they had such a wonderful time! Santa showed our cats so much love and was brilliant all the way through the whole experience. Santa was communicative (including sharing updates, photos and videos regularly), reliable, professional, and so so kind, caring and pleasant. My cats came back very relaxed and happy! Santa was also really open to our guidance on feeding etc for our cats (as one of them likes to steal the other's food!) and really took the time to understand their schedule, habits, preferences etc before taking them in. I would not hesitate to recommend Santa to care for your animals as they will be sure to have a wonderful time and be extremely well cared for by a truly lovely person!”


Michele B.
Star Sitter


“Michele always takes the most wonderful care of our pup Rizzo and Rizzo is always so excited to see her! It's so great to be able to leave Rizzo with Michele and know that she is having a lovely time. Michele always plans lots of walks and things to do with Rizzo and sends us lots of updates, and we have complete peace of mind when Rizzo is there. Thank you Michele!”


Greg & Virginia T.Star Sitter

“Greg was a star, easy to deal with , quick to respond and very friendly and open. Chubbs made himself at home instantly and their chilled approach helped massively with this I think. Chubbs even made other doggie friends whilst there. Chubbs slept for 12 hours straight his first night home so safe to say he had a ball”


zahra d.Star Sitter

“Zahra is very good with dogs. Ted had really good time with her. She was very responsive and she send updates regularly . Definitely will be back”


Valerie B.

“Really looked after my dogs well, the liked Val. Kept us updated with how they were getting on, so would recommend.”


Myrto M.Star Sitter

“We couldn’t be more happy to have left Dexter with Myrto. She was patient with him and let him win his confidence and trust in the new house. It was the first time we separate from him and we could see daily content of how well cared he was. Would recommend 100%”


Kerri M.

“This is the second stay our dogs have had with Kerri . They were excited to see her and looked like they had a fantastic time. She always treats them like members of her own family and are extremely well looked after. She makes us going away easy as we know they are having a holiday too. Thank you Kerri.”


Mary C.

“We were apprehensive about leaving our lovely little dachshund with a stranger however we met the very friendly Mary in a local park before committing. She immediately put us at absolutely ease both during this meetup and throughout Ketchup's one night sleepover. We were kept up to date with photos and videos from their walks and he was both very happy and very tired when we picked him up the next day. I felt very comfortable and happy with our choice. Mary's communications were clear and excellent throughout. I think we've found a new place for our boy to stay when we need a night away! Thank you Mary!”


Kelly G.
“I cannot recommend Kelly's dog walking and boarding service, Smutt & Swagger, highly enough. Kelly has been an absolute gem when it comes to taking care of our family dog, Mabel. I trust her implicitly and would much rather have Mabel stay with Kelly for a holiday board rather than anyone else I know! Kelly goes above and beyond to ensure that Mabel gets long, extended walks through the countryside, plenty of cuddles, and all the attention she could ever want. The food that Kelly provides during Mabel's boarding days is top-notch and clearly preferable to the special diet food she typically eats at home. What I appreciate most about Kelly is her flexibility and willingness to accommodate our dates and specific needs. If Mabel requires a certain type of food, Kelly is more than happy to provide it, even if it means going out of her way to make sure Mabel is well taken care of. She will also wash and pamper Mabel if she ever rolls in something foul, so she always returns home happy and smelling great! If you're looking for a reliable and super caring dog walker, look no further than Kelly - With Smutt & Swagger, your fur babies will be in paw-fect hands!”


Deepthi A.Star Sitter

“Caesar truly enjoys his time with Deepthi and always feels cared for and cherished. I appreciate Deepthi and her family for their continuous efforts in keeping Caesar happy. Thank you!”


Mathew S.Star Sitter

“We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect home from home thanks to Mathew and his wife, and having a playmate in border collie Cole the was the icing on the cake for Ziggy!”


Maria Luzia S.

“Jimmy was in excellent hands with Maria Luzia and her family and two lovely dogs. He was received as one of the family. Maria has experience with senior and rescue dogs, too, and has a calm and caring manner with dogs. I'd be very happy to leave Jimmy with them again.”


Riceal R.

“Thank you Riceal!! We were a bit nervous leaving my dog Bailey with a sitter for the first time, but Riceal put us completely at ease. She went above and beyond, sending regular updates, taking Bailey on plenty of walks and giving him so much love and attention. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely be booking with her again!”


Emma B.
“I would whole heartedly recommend Emma as a pet sitter ! She has looked after and walked my dog many times over the years . In my home and in hers. She really understands and cares especially as my dog is anxious around other dogs . Emma really makes him feel at ease and safe. Emma is a reliable, honest ,loving and bubbly person she really would be an asset”


Francesca R.
“Francesca and her husband have been brought up with dogs , and that is what I was looking for, for my beautiful dalmation . They have a dog of their own ( (who is amazing) and their home caters for dogs . My dog has stayed with them on several occasions, and he has been well cared for . He was very happy there . I would recommend her without hesitation.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Hertsmere is £35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs £245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs and their space's amenities. As a result, most Hertsmere dog boarding rates can be found as low as £27 to as high as £57 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 13,265 pet sitters offer dog boarding in Hertsmere. You can filter, sort, and expand your radius to find the perfect home-from-home stay for your pup. Read reviews, compare pricing and book with confidence.
Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Hertsmere dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide dog boarding in Hertsmere have an average of 11 years of experience. Dog boarding sitters with repeat pet owners have an average of 3 repeat pet owners. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when you compare sitters in Hertsmere. Schedule a free meet and greet before booking to find a trusted home from home for your pup.
Rover makes it easy to find Hertsmere dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The identity-verified, 5-star dog sitters who you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away, whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet owners looking for a safe, loving alternative to a dog kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialise with their sitter’s pets
There are 13,265 dog boarding sitters in Hertsmere on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Hertsmere, 96% of sitters offer daily exercise, 87% offer medication administration and 80% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We understand each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification for you and your dog’s safety.
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