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Sitter Profile Image: Saoirse M.
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Saoirse M.
Star Sitter
£28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat pet owners
17 years of experience
LIVERPOOL, L1

Saoirse was amazing with my dixie xx I couldn’t have found any one better. Dixie hasn’t had the best experiences with boarding which has left her extremely stressed and we really needed someone to have patience, love, cuddles and time for her xx And that’s exactly what she got with Saoirse xx I received pictures, updates which made me feel incredibly calm knowing she was comfortable and in safe loving hands xxx I can’t thank you enough and how amazing and chilled she was returning home xx I will absolutely because using Saoirse again xxx see you soon xxx

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Melissa W.
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Joanne L.
Star Sitter
£32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
9 repeat pet owners
16 years of experience
Liverpool, L4

Joanne was excellent. She took great care of my dog. She kept in touch with updates and photos and I felt confident that my dog was happy in her care. My dog can show signs of anxiety, but he was calm relaxed and happy when he came home, so I know he had a good time. Thanks Joanne. You’re a star!

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Amy R.
£29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
10 years of experience
Birkenhead, CH42

Wonderful host!! Murray was so well looked after on his little holiday. Amy & family are the perfect hosts, nothing was too much trouble, update photos & messages were lovely & reassuring as it was Murray’s first time away from home (& mine away from him!) Can’t recommend Amy & family highly enough - thanks so much.

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Trisha Shane V L.
£28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
3 repeat pet owners
11 years of experience
Birkenhead, CH41

Trisha, Shane & Juliet - thank you so much for looking after Socks this week after i needed to travel away for work. Socks had a fantastic time staying with you & had lots of play with Juliet, snuggles and walks with you both. You did a fantastic job of keeping me up to date on how Socks was & what she had been up doing. Have no hesitation in recommending you to others to look after their furry friends. Socks is already looking forward to visiting you all again in August. Thank you again.

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Ian G.
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Jack B.
Star Sitter
£32
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
9 repeat pet owners
8 years of experience
Oxton, CH43

Amazing experience from start to finish! I was feeling anxious about leaving Archie for the first time however I felt completely at ease with instant updates and pics 😊 can tell Archie had a lovely time as he’s very happy and relaxed! Jack really stepped up to help us last minute as another sitter cancelled on us and was so flexible and helpful. Thank you so much Jack! We are very grateful and Archie is looking forward to staying again in august! 😃💙

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Lindsey P.
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Daphne D.
£34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
4 repeat pet owners
2 years of experience
Liverpool, L3

Daphne was brilliant with dudley. really good communication throughout his stay and dudley has come back a very happy and content boy. Would definitely recommend and ask for her help again!

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Rachel K.
Sitter Profile Image: Cristina V.
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Cristina V.
£39
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat pet owners
20 years of experience
Liverpool, L5

Cristina was amazing with our pup, she made us feel completely at ease leaving clover for the first time and I think clo really thrived being around Zelda! We are really grateful that our big girl was completely understood as the big excited puppy she is, we would 100% use Cristina again!

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Eloise K.
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Adam Y.
£34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
18 years of experience
Liverpool, L3

Adam and his Partner spoiled my Nala she had the best time. Walked, cuddles and updates too. I would highly recommend Adam, lovely couple .

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Susan T.
Sitter Profile Image: Heather R.
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Heather R.
Star Sitter
£39
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
87 reviews
21 repeat pet owners
20 years of experience
LIVERPOOL, L1

Heather is an absolute star and I cannot recommend her highly enough. As an anxious owner of an ageing, anxious chihuahua, Tab, I was left in a dilemma when my normal dog sitter was unable to mind him. Impressed by Heather's reviews, I took the plunge and booked him in with her for 6 nights and I am so happy that I did, as I now have a trusted dog minder who I would leave Tab with, without any hesitation in the future. From a quick response on enquiring about availability, to daily photos and updates once I had left Tab in her care, Heather was professional, reassuring and an all round lovely person and I know that Tab was cared for as if he were her own. I can 100% recommend Heather and will most certainly leave Tab with her again without any worries what so ever. Thank a million Heather!

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Sitter Profile Image: Amelie W.
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Amelie W.
£23
total per night
10 years of experience
Liverpool, L3

About: Hi there, I am Amélie and I am a university student currently completing an MA in creative writing. I cannot imagine a life without animals, and it would be a pleasure to provide the best care and service to your pet. I have had dogs my entire life, with about 10-12 years of intentional, considered pet care. I have experience working with rescue dogs and dogs with moderate behavioural issues, and pets with anxiety issues. As well as this, I have considerable hands-on experience working with senior dogs, including administering medication, incontinence and end of life care. I am an active individual willing and able to provide all types of walks for any age and size dogs. If your pet is more chill, I am also very happy to provide a more relaxed experience, or anywhere in between. Every pet is different and I will do my best to find the middle ground for them. I have a very flexible schedule right now. I am at university doing my Master's part time so am able to fit time in for your pets 7 days a week. Your pet is your baby - it is my role to treat them as such. All care provided will be at your discretion and in complete accordance of what has been set out. Your pet will always have a safe and loving environment with me. Walking routes can be customised to adapt to your dogs needs, including parks, quieter routes, breaks - whatever they need. I live in a pet-friendly and secure building; and there are no children or other animals in my home. So if a home visit is required, their needs will be met. I understand that trusting someone with your pet is not something many take lightly. I am happy to take this as slow as you would like to build up a relationship and establish what is right.

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Nicola I.
£28
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat pet owner
30 years of experience
Liverpool, L15

Nicola and the family what can I say but a huge thank you. Lots of pics sent. Bailey is well look after. Communication is amazing 👏 Bailey loved staying over night Lots of walks which he loved. Hope stay soon 🐾

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Adam S.
£24
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15 years of experience
Liverpool, L3

About: I’m Adam, a 37 year old animal lover living in Liverpool. Originally from Australia, I grew up with cats and dogs of all sizes until I was 25, which sparked a real lifelong passion for animals. I love giving them plenty of care, regular playtime, and affection. I live alone in a quiet apartment with private access in a cul-de-sac, with parks and a canal nearby. This offers a calm and secure environment for pets. I work from home running my own online business, so I’m almost always here to provide consistent care, company, and attention throughout the day. Even though I don’t have pets of my own right now, I’m always thrilled to welcome yours into my home and treat them like part of the family. I work from home with an online business with a flexible schedule so I'll have plenty of time to look after your pets. I'm available almost everyday including most weekends. I care for all animals like they are my own and I will always try to maintain a calm and safe environment for every pet I take care of. I am happy to follow the owner's instructions, routines and requirements. I have owned and have experience with dogs big and small and also had cats over the years. I don't have a garden but it's a quiet street in a cul-de-sac with plenty of spots outside for toilet breaks. Whether it's a stay at my home or yours I will ensure the pets receive lots of attention, care and affection.

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Daniela P.
£34
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat pet owners
3 years of experience
Liverpool, L1

Daniela is a great sitter. Brilliant communication from start to finish and she really made Coco feel at home. Will definitely try and use her again. Thanks Daniela!

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Nick M.
Sitter Profile Image: Charlotte G.
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Charlotte G.
£45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat pet owners
10 years of experience
Liverpool, L8

Can’t thank Charlotte enough for looking after my 8 month pup Luna!! I was very apprehensive leaving her for the first time but Charlotte made it very easy and i instantly felt like I trusted her! She kept me updated every single day with pictures, videos and messages! She’s been on some adventures 😃! Couldn’t recommend her enough!! Will definitely be booking with her in the future 🫶 Thank you so much 🙏🙏

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Beth S.
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Ben H.
£37
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
21 repeat pet owners
31 years of experience
liverpool, L1

Ben was brilliant as always with Barnaby. Frequent updates and photos. Barnaby had a great time and went on a little adventure around Liverpool which was lovely to see. Ben is amazing with Barnaby and you can see how happy Barnaby is to see Ben everytime he visits.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ian Robert M.
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Ian Robert M.
£34
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
6 years of experience
Prenton, CH43

Opie had a great stay! From the start, everything felt really professional—they provided a form to fill out and arranged a meet and greet beforehand, which gave me a lot of confidence. During his day and overnight stay, I was kept regularly updated on how Opie was doing and what he was getting up to, which I really appreciated. It made me feel relaxed knowing he was in good hands. Overall, a very positive experience and I wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth N.
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Elizabeth N.
Star Sitter
£36
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
10 repeat pet owners
10 years of experience
Liverpool, L15

This was the first time we had left our dog Aggie when on holiday. Elizabeth made me feel reassuranced that Aggie was being so loved and cared for. We had regular updates and pictures each day from Elizabeth of Aggie on walks and at home with her family. I would highly recommend Elizabeth and would not hesitate to book again. The overall process of using Rover was very straightforward.

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Ellis T.
£34
total per night
15 years of experience
Liverpool, L2

About: Hi! We’re two friends who’ve recently moved to Liverpool and have both grown up with dogs our whole lives. My family dogs are both 13 yo siblings from the same litter, and one of them has been deaf since birth, so I’m used to adapting care to suit different dogs and their individual needs. We have experience with everything from energetic dogs who love long walks and playtime to older dogs who prefer a slower pace and lots of cuddles. We know how important it is to leave your pet with someone you trust, and we’ll make sure they feel happy, safe, and loved while they’re with us. We’re also happy to send plenty of updates and photos throughout their stay! 🐶💕 We both work flexible hybrid jobs, which means one of us is usually home throughout the day and your dog will rarely be left alone. We love getting out for walks, whether that’s a quick stroll or a longer adventure. I’m definitely an early bird and love starting the day with a morning walk, while my flatmate is more of an evening person, so there’s usually someone ready for walkies, playtime, or cuddles from morning through to night. 🐾 Your dog’s safety and comfort will always come first. We live in a flat with a small balcony, but toilet breaks and walks will be frequent throughout the day, with longer walks for dogs who enjoy a bit more exercise and adventure. One of my own dogs is basically my baby and the definition of a couch potato, so I’m just as happy spending the afternoon cuddled up on the sofa as I am playing with energetic dogs who want constant attention. Whether your dog loves naps, fetch, belly rubs, or playtime, we’ll make sure they feel right at home. We even have a hallway that’s the perfect length for a game of indoor fetch when the weather isn’t cooperating! I know how much trust it takes to leave your dog with someone else, so we’ll care for them the same way we’d want our own dogs to be cared for, with plenty of love, attention, patience, and updates for you along the way.

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Helen C.
£34
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat pet owners
15 years of experience
Liverpool, L19

Buckey had the best time and can’t wait to go back ! Highly recommend, Helen was great and kept us up to date with how Buckey was doing. We would definitely use again. Such a lovely couple 🥰

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Adam M.
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Jasmin B.
£23
total per night
10 years of experience
Liverpool, L2

About: Hi, I’m Jasmin! I’m a lifelong animal lover with years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and cats. From the age of 12 until I left for university at 18, I ran a dog walking and pet sitting service in my village, caring for pets for local families. Since moving to Liverpool after graduating, I’ve continued looking after dogs and cats for friends and family, both in my own home and theirs, for anything from daily visits to longer stays. Caring for animals has always been something I genuinely love, and it’s remained a big part of my life over the years. I recently bought my first home in Liverpool, where I can offer a calm, safe, and loving environment for your pet. As I work from home, your pet will have plenty of company, attention, and care throughout the day, and I’m able to stick closely to their usual routine. I provide boarding, doggy day care, dog walking, house sitting, and drop-in visits, always tailoring my care to your pet’s individual personality and needs. I also have a large, secure outdoor area; pets will never be left outside unattended. I had my own beloved Pomapoo, Crunchie, for 16 wonderful years, who sadly passed away in November 2025. Towards the end of her life, she required ongoing medication and extra care due to multiple health conditions, so I’m confident administering medication and caring for senior dogs or pets with additional needs. Losing her reminded me just how much our pets mean to us, and I understand how important it is to find someone you can completely trust with them. For the last 4 years I have also shared my home with an Exotic Shorthair cat called Cloud, giving me plenty of experience caring for cats as well as dogs.( PLEASE NOTE: I no longer live with a cat I am a pet free home.) I know that every animal has their own unique personality, preferences, and routine, and I always take the time to get to know them so they feel comfortable, secure, and happy in my care. When your pet is with me, they’ll be treated like one of the family. Whether they enjoy long walks, playing games, curling up on the sofa for cuddles, or simply having someone nearby, I’ll make sure they receive the love, attention, and care they deserve. I’ll also keep you updated with regular photos and messages, so you can relax knowing your pet is safe and in loving hands. I know how difficult it can be to leave a beloved pet with someone else, so my goal is to make the experience as stress-free as possible for both you and your furry family member or members! I work from home, so I’m able to provide your pet with plenty of attention, companionship, and care throughout the day. This also allows me to stick closely to their usual routine, whether that’s regular walks, feeding times, play sessions, or medication. I’m flexible and available for boarding, doggy/ cat day care, walks, drop-in visits, and house sitting throughout the week and at weekends. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities. My home is calm, clean, and pet-friendly, with a large outdoor area. I’ll always follow your pet’s usual routine, including feeding schedules, exercise, medication, and any special requirements, to help them feel settled and at ease. As I work from home, your pet will rarely be left alone and will receive lots of love, attention, and companionship.

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Liverpool is £30

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Adam. He took our dog Sasha for the weekend very last minute. Provided lots of updates and pictures while she was with him. Sasha came back happy and well looked after.

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Julie S.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ben was absolutely fantastic with Bandit. His communication was excellent from the start, and he made us feel completely reassured and comfortable leaving Bandit in his care, especially as the booking was made at short notice. He was very understanding and attentive to Bandit’s individual needs, and it was clear that he genuinely cared about making sure Bandit felt happy and settled. We particularly appreciated Ben agreeing to an overnight stay before Bandit’s longer stay in October, so that Bandit could become familiar with him and feel more comfortable. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and would highly recommend Ben. We feel very confident leaving Bandit with him again. Thank you ☺️

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Michela I.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Axel was really well looked after, Heather was able to accommodate excellently all his old boy issues. Communication was spot on with regular updates and pictures. Axel will definitely stay with Heather again.

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Paula B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Baxter settled well and was calm when I collected him. Lok sent pictures of Baxter on his walks and responded to any questions I had.

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Veronica M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Carys was a fabulous sitter! Tara looked so happy staying with her, and she sent us lots of cute photos of our pup and updates throughout the trip. These updates really brightened my day and helped me feel assured knowing Tara was in good hands. :)

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Kat K.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you for taking care of cookie and providing updates and photos during his stay. Much appreciated Violeta

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Kristel P.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Trisha, Shane & Juliet - thank you so much for looking after Socks this week after i needed to travel away for work. Socks had a fantastic time staying with you & had lots of play with Juliet, snuggles and walks with you both. You did a fantastic job of keeping me up to date on how Socks was & what she had been up doing. Have no hesitation in recommending you to others to look after their furry friends. Socks is already looking forward to visiting you all again in August. Thank you again.

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Ian G.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Charlotte was absolutely fantastic with Halsey. She took great care of him, sent lots of pictures and communicated brilliantly. She also dealt with a last minute need to give him medication and took it completely in her stride.

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Melanie B.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

For the first time in 10 years I decided to leave my dogs with a sitter so I could attend my daughters wedding in Dublin. Jay was fantastic from the first time I met her, my dogs took to her straight away. They stayed for 3 nights, I was sent pics and videos, of their shannigans, which looked like a good time. I was reassured they were OK. When picking them up I expected a big welcome from my dogs, but alas no, they did not want to come home, and sulked for a few hours, which told me they had a good time. Jay, thank you so much for looking after my dogs. I will be rebooking with yourself when I go away again as I know they will be in safe hands xx

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Lynda W.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jessica was lovely with our puppy, lots of updates whilst she was looking after Bambi. Jessica was also very flexible with dropping off and collection times. Thanks Jessica, we will book again.

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Catarina D.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kept me in touch constantly with photos and messages. My Frenchie, Lily was very content at Molly’s. She can be a nervous dog too but she had a great time!

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Simon A.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah is absolutely superb. Could not recommend her enough. The only downside was we were worried our dog wouldn’t want to come back! Great communication, photos and videos of Dewey through out his stay. Dewey’s new best friend

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Imogen H.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Adam and his Partner spoiled my Nala she had the best time. Walked, cuddles and updates too. I would highly recommend Adam, lovely couple .

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Susan T.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Just wanted to say thanks SO much to Alison for looking after my little Arthur, she has been amazing. This was my first time leaving Arthur with a minder, he’s usually minded by family members if I am away so I was naturally a bit anxious, but Alison’s reviews looked great and she really made me feel at ease, we even had a meet and greet beforehand. Arthur sounds like he’s had a lovely time with all of the regular updates, photos and videos I got whilst away, i didn’t worry about him at all and I loved how Alison included him on her days out too. He seemed so content when i picked him up! Thanks so much Alison for taking great care of my Arthur, I’d recommend you to anyone looking for a lovely minder for their doggy xxx

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Moya M.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Absolutely brilliant care for our chocolate Labrador, Bonnie from Holly and family in their lovely home. Wonderful walks, cuddles, medications, lots of photos and communication. So, so happy 😀 Thank you so much! I could not recommend Holly more highly ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Rosalin L.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

What a wonderful time Coco had with Sylwia. From the first meeting, we knew that Coco would be happy. Sylwia was fantastic! She took the time to get to know Coco and gave Coco time to get to know her. (Coco can be a fussy old lady.) Sylwia was attentive and kept us updated with her adventures. It meant so much to know that our fur baby was safe and happy, we can’t thank her enough. Would definitely recommend Sylwia to anyone!

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Kaye J.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Yudi and Casimiro were absolutely amazing! Even though our dog was quite anxious at first, he quickly warmed up to them. They took exceptional care of him, made sure he was happy and comfortable, and even took him to explore new places. We really appreciated all the love, patience, and attention they gave him. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for caring and reliable sitters.

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Kamila T.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Cristina was so friendly and really looked after Rosie sending lovely pictures ect would recommend her and will be booking Rosie in again thankyou cristina

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J D.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lucy and Josh looked after our staffy Soozi very well. They were very responsive, friendly and responsible dog minders! Thank you for looking after her so well it's very appreciated. A big thank you from Soozi and us 🙏 Blessings, Kee and family

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Kee S.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Very happy dog! Rachael sent us photos and videos and kept us updated about Monty. He clearly had a lovely time. Rachael is very responsive and communicates brilliantly. Highly reccomend

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Jane B.
Boarding
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Liverpool on Rover is £32.2 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 2,331 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Liverpool. 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 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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