Personalised care for your dog or cat - Dumfries
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Dumfries
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Michelle was absolutely wonderful. Nothing was too much for her. Our dog has a disability Michelle was so good and did more than we expected in caring for Mouse. I couldn’t thank her enough and her wonderful family. Thankyou”
About: We have around 2 years of experience caring for dogs through helping my mum with her dog-sitting business. We regularly help with feeding, walking, playtime and taking dogs to dog parks, and have experience with dogs of different sizes and personalities. We have had dogs since birth so we are very confident in looking after dogs. We have a large garden with a high, secure fence, giving dogs plenty of safe space to play and explore. We also have indoor rabbits, but they are kept separately in a secure, lockable room, so dogs will have no access to them. We’re responsible, caring and will treat every dog as if they were our own. Joseph and I work opposite shifts, so there will always be someone at home with your dog. There will never be a time where they are left alone.🐶❤️ We have a large, secure garden with a newly renovated, high and sturdy fence, with no gaps for even the cheekiest wee escape artists! 🐾 Our home is fully secured with CCTV covering the front, back and sides of the property, providing an extra layer of security. We also have indoor rabbits, but they are kept separately in a secure, lockable room that dogs cannot access. We love getting out for walks and are happy to explore anywhere, including taking dogs in the car for lovely scenic walks if they are comfortable travelling. We can also take dogs to secure doggy parks where they can safely run off the lead and have fun. At home, there will be plenty of playtime, whether that's indoor or out in the garden, as well as lots of cuddles and relaxing on the couch. We’ll always follow your dog’s routine and make sure they feel safe, comfortable and well cared for. ❤️
“Max had a brilliant few days stay with Kirsty. She took him on lovely country walks, played with him in the garden, provided loads of stimulation, looked after him as if he were her own, snuggled with him, and coped with his boundless excitability and energy. We cannot thank her enough for providing a real home from home and looking after him so well. We were provided with loads of great photos of Max and lots of updates about what he was up to and how he was. We would not hesitate to thoroughly recommend Kristy’s services, and will definitely be back again next year.”
“Fantastic. I've never used Rover before and this has been a great experience! Short notice and I was in a pinch, Paul came through for me like a hero! Paul was very polite and welcoming, we had a breif but informatice introduction as I dropped my pooch off and was respecful of my dog habbit requests. He looked after my dog very well, including sending occasional updates or pictures of the mischief my dog was getting up to. I think my dog thought she was at the Ritz! Paul is very responsive when it comes to communication. 10/10 satisfaction! I couldn't have asked for a better sitter. Thanks Paul, 100% recommend!”
“Katy and Chris were fantastic! Ruby had such a good time while she stayed with them. She got on so well with her buddy Tiger their golden retriever. We felt very reassured throughout her stay because Katy was excellent at keeping in touch with us with pictures and updating us what they all got up to. Will definitely book again and highly recommend Katy and Chris for your furry friends :)”
About: I am a young, fit individual who loves going on walks and spending time with animals🐾🏔️☺️ I can provide daily visits for dogs (or cats), dog walking, doggy day care or at times overnight boarding! For overnight boarding the dogs are allowed on the sofa, and there are lots of toys and balls to play with here too☺️ I have had dogs my whole life, starting with labradors and now border terriers. My own dog Teddy has a diagnosis of epilepsy so I am able to manage dogs with medical conditions well. I have access to a car and can drive to any appointments🚘 If my availability doesn’t suit, don’t hesitate to send a request or message anyways and I will see what I can do. My partner often helps me too if I am unavailable🥰 I currently work full time through a shift schedule. However I often have spare time on my hands during days off on which I would love to go a walk or help out other dog owners. I can also provide overnight boarding for well behaved, socialised dogs. When in someone else’s home I will respect any instructions given to me. I can bring my own dog on walks (if wanted) to keep company.
“Simply put, Lexie is wonderful and your fur babies will be extremely well looked after and loved and you get lots of updates and pictures. Thanks again Lexie, Dottie will see you again in December.”
“Thank you so much for looking after toff, especially at such short notice. The updates were perfect, and he was clearly very happy to spend the week with boy Rebecca’s dogs. We would definitely use again, and I will try locate toffs off button so he is welcome back 🤣”
“Svitlana looked after our dog Perrie for a day and overnight whilst we attended a wedding. She was great from the beginning, kept us updated throughout the day on how Perrie was getting on, and Perrie had a great time staying with her. Unfortunately we don’t live in the area, but would definitely look to book Svitlana again if we were ever up this way, and would definitely recommend her!”
“Fantastic sitter and such a lovely person. Booking for mine and my mums dog, my mum was quite nervous leaving her senior dog for a few nights but can't believe how settled she was. Both of our girls have come back happy and relaxed”
“Isla was very happy staying over at Mollie's house. Isla can be a bit over friendly 🫣 but Mollie handled this really well and took great care of her. Isla is looking forward to her next visit already!! 🐾🐾”
“As always, we are absolutely thrilled with the care Doug received from Beth and Tom on his recent stay. Doug is clearly very comfortable with them and gets plenty of exercise and opportunities to play with other dogs. We really appreciate the regular updates and photos.”
“Amy made us feel so comfortable with leaving our dogs with her. She was easily able to follow our dogs routines ( medication, allergy accommodations, specialized diets) and provided us with cute pictures and updates every day. She was so communicative and our dogs loved playing in the backyard and being part of her pack! We feel so much more comfortable going on vacations now, knowing they are in Amy’s care.”
About: I’ve loved dogs my whole life. From walking my family’s dogs from a young age to looking after friends dogs for the past 5 years and having my own cocker spaniel for 2 years now. I currently work 3 days a week so have atleast 4 days available to love, play and walk your fur babies. My cocker spaniel loves making new friends and loves doggy company. I have a fenced garden and plenty of local walks around and a field opposite my house. I also love going to the Lake District with my dog so would be able to provide plenty of adventure for your dog. I can crate your dog if needed and provide plenty of toys and fun.
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Cat caregivers near you - Dumfries
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Eleanor kindly agreed to look after our cat at short notice. She arranged to come over to meet us and get the key without issue. She stuck very closely to agreed timings. Was thoughtful and kind with our pet and looked after him well. He was totally at ease and very well cared for on our return. Eleanor definately deserves her five stars. We will definately choose her again if she is available.”
“Alison is really attentive and has done a wonderful job for our fur babies, shes kept them from being lonely, well looked after and giving us daily updates on them. Really appreciate it and definitely would recommend Alison to my friends.”
“Emelia did a fantastic job looking after my cat Ziggy , she gave updates on his progress and sent pictures to keep us piece of mind while we were on holiday, I would recommend Emilia as a fantastic pet sitter. Elspeth”
“George looked after our cat Triss for two weeks while we were away on holiday and housesat for us. We’d never left her before so it was a bit stressful trying to find someone. George was brilliant from the meet and greet. He kept us updated twice daily throughout our trip (with many much-appreciated photos), looked after Triss perfectly and left the house wonderful as well! Absolutely fantastic, thank you very much!!”
“Machair is quite an anxious dog and after his meet and greet with Madeleine he was absolutely fine. She was very calm with him and they were soon best friends. She came in and fed him and took him a wee walk and everything was fine when I returned home. I would definitely use Madeleine again.”
“Shreyas did a wonderful job looking after Sombra (my wee house cat) for 4 days while I was away. I was kept up to date on check in and outs and updated with photos from his visits, with Sombra. Thankyou very much for making sure she had what she needed while I was away!! Kind regards”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Dumfries
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: We have around 2 years of experience caring for dogs through helping my mum with her dog-sitting business. We regularly help with feeding, walking, playtime and taking dogs to dog parks, and have experience with dogs of different sizes and personalities. We have had dogs since birth so we are very confident in looking after dogs. We have a large garden with a high, secure fence, giving dogs plenty of safe space to play and explore. We also have indoor rabbits, but they are kept separately in a secure, lockable room, so dogs will have no access to them. We’re responsible, caring and will treat every dog as if they were our own. Joseph and I work opposite shifts, so there will always be someone at home with your dog. There will never be a time where they are left alone.🐶❤️ We have a large, secure garden with a newly renovated, high and sturdy fence, with no gaps for even the cheekiest wee escape artists! 🐾 Our home is fully secured with CCTV covering the front, back and sides of the property, providing an extra layer of security. We also have indoor rabbits, but they are kept separately in a secure, lockable room that dogs cannot access. We love getting out for walks and are happy to explore anywhere, including taking dogs in the car for lovely scenic walks if they are comfortable travelling. We can also take dogs to secure doggy parks where they can safely run off the lead and have fun. At home, there will be plenty of playtime, whether that's indoor or out in the garden, as well as lots of cuddles and relaxing on the couch. We’ll always follow your dog’s routine and make sure they feel safe, comfortable and well cared for. ❤️
“Our little Narla spent the day with Michelle & Ronny & absolutely loved it, she had loads of fun with Ronny, she just loves company. Would highly recommend Michelle 🌟 🌟”
About: I have 4+ years of dog care experience on Rover including care for elderly dogs and puppies. I have worked with nervous and disabled dogs. I work at the Galloway Food Hub in St. John's Town of Dalry on Thursdays 11-4 and Fridays 9-5. My partner Leila (see pictures) also helps me with pet care. I care for your dog in and around your home as per your instructions. I give regular updates typically morning and afternoon photos and videos.
“Kirsty helped me to feel confident in leaving my dog with a dogsitter for the first time. She took time to learn about my dog's needs and she sent me updates and photos throughout the day which helped put me at my ease and know that my dog was being well cared for :)”
“Paul was fantastic, completely set our mind at ease and our dog Barney clearly warmed to him quickly. First time leaving Barney with anyone else and would have no hesitation leaving him with Paul again- hopefully we will be able to in the future. Thanks so much Paul!”
About: I am a young, fit individual who loves going on walks and spending time with animals🐾🏔️☺️ I can provide daily visits for dogs (or cats), dog walking, doggy day care or at times overnight boarding! For overnight boarding the dogs are allowed on the sofa, and there are lots of toys and balls to play with here too☺️ I have had dogs my whole life, starting with labradors and now border terriers. My own dog Teddy has a diagnosis of epilepsy so I am able to manage dogs with medical conditions well. I have access to a car and can drive to any appointments🚘 If my availability doesn’t suit, don’t hesitate to send a request or message anyways and I will see what I can do. My partner often helps me too if I am unavailable🥰 I currently work full time through a shift schedule. However I often have spare time on my hands during days off on which I would love to go a walk or help out other dog owners. I can also provide overnight boarding for well behaved, socialised dogs. When in someone else’s home I will respect any instructions given to me. I can bring my own dog on walks (if wanted) to keep company.
“Rebecca was welcoming and friendly. Communication was great. Poppy seemed to take to her on arrival which is unusual for my unsociable girl. I couldn't have asked for a better experience for Poppy's first time in day care. I'd certainly recommend Rebecca. Worth more stars.”
“Angus had a great time with Lexie today. Lexie sent me regular updates on Angus putting my mind at ease. And from the pictures I recieved I can tell he enjoyed every moment of it! I will certainly be booking again.”
About: Very experienced dog trainer and behaviourist, with large rescue organisation for over 10 years. Avid dog lover, and previous dog mum to a sassy Daxi called Tilly. Countryside living in Cumbria, with both walks on the doorstep, and the fells a short drive away for those more adventurous paws! Dog got a few 'quirks'? Rest assured, ive seen em all! Positive training methods and vibes all the way! :) I am currently on a career break, so the world is my oyster at the moment. I enjoy getting out and about most days, so having a pooch to join me would be great! I understand every dog is different, so am able to adapt to each individual in order to meet both their, and your needs. I have a mature garden, which is full of lots of smells and room for adventures. the majority of it is enclosed, with some small gaps beneath some decking- however, I am more than happy to keep your pooch on a long line, and supervised at all times. I have multiple rooms, if your dog requires separating at certain times etc. I have space for crates etc. I am happy to accommodate your dog on the furniture, or on the bed if this makes them feel more at ease. I have access to a woodland which is not open to the public, so if your dog requires quieter walks away from the public, or other dogs, this can be accommodated easily.
“Amazing, couldn’t have asked for better caring people to look after my dog Margo. They went above and beyond taking her out on day trips, treating her like part of their family and also providing photos while I was away. I will be booking with them again!! I would highly recommend and I already have!!”
“I would 100% recommend Svitlana for any dog sitting duties. She looked after my little Ollie last minute yesterday and she was so lovely and patient. He had such a lovely time & I was sent lots of pictures and reassurance throughout the day. Thank you so much!”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Dumfries
Prices are estimates per walk for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: A true animal lover, I've turned my passion into my profession and recently been awarded a PhD in animal behaviour and welfare. As well as the theory, I have plenty of practice caring for animals. I work a full time but flexible role, mostly from home, with most evenings and weekends free. I am in the office on a Tuesday and Thursday. My priority is that your companion animal feels safe and confident around me. This means sticking to routine, respecting their boundaries and responding to their behaviour.
About: I have had pets since I was a young girl and often grew up with dogs. I have helped train a puppy and taken it to puppy school to learn new skills. I’ve also taken care of a senior dog until the end of his life. Having a part time job and being able to drive, my routine can be adaptable and pretty flexible some days all I ask is for as much notice as possible. I have two cats and wouldn’t be able to have other pets in my home. However, more than happy to arrange dog walks and home visits.
“Madeleine was brilliant. Very easy and accommodating, despite me not being able to meet her before. Dora had a lovely time and was very well looked after. Would definitely recommend Madeleine and would book her again in an instant. Thank you!”
“George is really responsive to any communication. Very kind and took the time to get to know our dog. She is not the easiest of dogs and George has been wonderful. We will be aiming to use him regularly.”
About: I has a passion for dogs and love being around them i love going on walks with them and being around them. I love to train them and give them all the best care and attention I currently work full time but can work around you and your dogs needs. Happy to help out anytime bo matter the notice or situation I currently can’t provide home stays at the moment but any dog that I walk will be kept on a lead unless owner give me permission to let them off
About: I have helped care for dogs as small as Cavapoo puppies to full grown German Shepherds. I grew up with Staffordshire bull terriers and a Cavalier, so have experience of a variety of breeds and their different needs. I regularly walk around parks and canals, having a dog for company is mutually beneficial. I can accommodate to your dog's needs, whether that is frequent short walks or less frequent long treks. I have cared for puppies in house through puppy training, obedience training, and play, always to the instructions of the owner. I will follow your instructions for the best care of your family pet. I appreciate how important your dog is to you and your family and will treat them with the care and respect all animals deserve. I work full time, 9-5 in Dumfries (Annan from July 2025). I am able to walk dogs before work and in the evening, complete check-ins or over night care within commuting distance of work. If you are local to my work, I may also be able to help with lunch time visits but this will need discussing. I will follow any instructions you give when pet sitting at your home. If you have pets that can be escape artists, I will make sure to pay extra attention to doors/ windows. I will also respect your home, keep it clean and ensure your pets are happy while you are away.
About: Are you looking for someone who will treat your pet like family? My name’s Shreyas, and I’m a lifelong animal lover with years of experience caring for dogs, cats, birds, and fish. I have two dogs, Teddy, a Shih Tzu I’ve raised since he was a puppy, and Tumbler, a rescue I nursed back to health. I’ve also rescued kittens, ensuring they were loved and cared for until they found their forever homes. I offer personalised pet care, including feeding, walking, playtime, grooming, and administering medication if needed. I can also provide overnight stays or extended care while you’re away. My goal is to keep your pet happy, comfortable, and well-loved, no matter their needs. Animals naturally warm to me, and I’m passionate about making them feel safe and cared for. If you’re looking for a dependable, friendly, and experienced pet carer, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s chat about how I can help your furry, feathery, or finned friend thrive! Pet care is a natural part of my daily routine as I’m already caring for my own pets. I’m highly organised and flexible, making it easy to fit in additional responsibilities. I can adapt to your pet's schedule, whether it’s daily walks, feeding times, or play sessions. My priority is ensuring consistency and comfort for your pets, so I’ll always work around what suits them best. In my home, pets are treated like family. I create a safe, calm, and clean environment where they feel loved and secure. I ensure they have plenty of space to relax and play, with close supervision at all times. When caring for pets in their own home, I follow the owner’s instructions closely to maintain their routine and comfort. I’m attentive, reliable, and always ensure the environment is safe, clean, and welcoming, so both you and your pets can trust they’re in good hands.
About: I have always grown up with animals in the house, particularly dogs. They're a part of the family. I qualified as a veterinary surgeon in 1997 and currently work as a veterinary acupuncturist. I worked in small animal practice for many years so animals and in particular dogs have, and always will be a very big part of me and my life. Due to family commitments I am unable to commit to the responsibility of a dog full time right now but I have lots of free time every day to care for your pet and enjoy walking in any weather. There are many varied walks available nearby from grassland to woods to beaches. Every pet that stays or visits will benefit from enrichment to their environment which includes scatter feeding, lickimats and sniff-aris (to name a few!) I can provide a variety of services depending on your needs - dog boarding, doggy day care, dog walking and drop in visits. I also provide care for cats and small furries. New owner/pet bookings will benefit from £15 off their first booking by clicking on this direct profile link https://www.rover.com/sit/kirsth40895 and entering the promotional code KIRSTH40895. I look forward to meeting you and your pets :) I currently work part time and have plenty of free time to offer professional individually tailored care for your pets. I offer small animal boarding, small animal daycare and dog walking on a daily basis, 7 days a week. I am available to house sit and care for your small animal/s but I am limited to weekends unless by prior arrangement. I am a qualified veterinary surgeon so your pet will be in very safe hands. During your small animal's visit or stay they become part of my family and will be treated as such.
About: I have been a dog owner for over 20 years. Mainly spaniels, max 2 at a time. Can walk sit or board like minded dogs. Archie my show cocker spaniel likes to meet new friends. Mainly kept on a lead, unless otherwise told. Treats only when earned after walk or at a heal when called back. Hope this helps. Ask if need more reassurance, happy to comply with whatever owner wishes. I,m now 3 months in to my new life in the Southwest country and loving every minute. Plenty of walking areas for small to large dogs. House and garden routine is settling in and working smoothly, but not set in stone. Remaining flexible for the Occupants ha. Daily walks, checks everything is working routine wise. Weekly inspection of teeth for anything that shouldn't be there. Checking of legs, feet and body for any bumps that shouldn't be there either.. I have a fenced off large garden in two parts for keeping dogs apart if need be. Area is open and free for a good stretch in the mornings if dogs don't want to walk quite yet ha. The area is cleaned daily and waste disposed of correctly.
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Large dog specialists near you - Dumfries
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: We have around 2 years of experience caring for dogs through helping my mum with her dog-sitting business. We regularly help with feeding, walking, playtime and taking dogs to dog parks, and have experience with dogs of different sizes and personalities. We have had dogs since birth so we are very confident in looking after dogs. We have a large garden with a high, secure fence, giving dogs plenty of safe space to play and explore. We also have indoor rabbits, but they are kept separately in a secure, lockable room, so dogs will have no access to them. We’re responsible, caring and will treat every dog as if they were our own. Joseph and I work opposite shifts, so there will always be someone at home with your dog. There will never be a time where they are left alone.🐶❤️ We have a large, secure garden with a newly renovated, high and sturdy fence, with no gaps for even the cheekiest wee escape artists! 🐾 Our home is fully secured with CCTV covering the front, back and sides of the property, providing an extra layer of security. We also have indoor rabbits, but they are kept separately in a secure, lockable room that dogs cannot access. We love getting out for walks and are happy to explore anywhere, including taking dogs in the car for lovely scenic walks if they are comfortable travelling. We can also take dogs to secure doggy parks where they can safely run off the lead and have fun. At home, there will be plenty of playtime, whether that's indoor or out in the garden, as well as lots of cuddles and relaxing on the couch. We’ll always follow your dog’s routine and make sure they feel safe, comfortable and well cared for. ❤️
“Max had a brilliant few days stay with Kirsty. She took him on lovely country walks, played with him in the garden, provided loads of stimulation, looked after him as if he were her own, snuggled with him, and coped with his boundless excitability and energy. We cannot thank her enough for providing a real home from home and looking after him so well. We were provided with loads of great photos of Max and lots of updates about what he was up to and how he was. We would not hesitate to thoroughly recommend Kristy’s services, and will definitely be back again next year.”
“Katy and Chris were fantastic! Ruby had such a good time while she stayed with them. She got on so well with her buddy Tiger their golden retriever. We felt very reassured throughout her stay because Katy was excellent at keeping in touch with us with pictures and updating us what they all got up to. Will definitely book again and highly recommend Katy and Chris for your furry friends :)”
“Simply put, Lexie is wonderful and your fur babies will be extremely well looked after and loved and you get lots of updates and pictures. Thanks again Lexie, Dottie will see you again in December.”
“Thank you so much for looking after toff, especially at such short notice. The updates were perfect, and he was clearly very happy to spend the week with boy Rebecca’s dogs. We would definitely use again, and I will try locate toffs off button so he is welcome back 🤣”
“Fantastic sitter and such a lovely person. Booking for mine and my mums dog, my mum was quite nervous leaving her senior dog for a few nights but can't believe how settled she was. Both of our girls have come back happy and relaxed”
“Isla was very happy staying over at Mollie's house. Isla can be a bit over friendly 🫣 but Mollie handled this really well and took great care of her. Isla is looking forward to her next visit already!! 🐾🐾”
“As always, we are absolutely thrilled with the care Doug received from Beth and Tom on his recent stay. Doug is clearly very comfortable with them and gets plenty of exercise and opportunities to play with other dogs. We really appreciate the regular updates and photos.”
“Amy made us feel so comfortable with leaving our dogs with her. She was easily able to follow our dogs routines ( medication, allergy accommodations, specialized diets) and provided us with cute pictures and updates every day. She was so communicative and our dogs loved playing in the backyard and being part of her pack! We feel so much more comfortable going on vacations now, knowing they are in Amy’s care.”
About: I’ve loved dogs my whole life. From walking my family’s dogs from a young age to looking after friends dogs for the past 5 years and having my own cocker spaniel for 2 years now. I currently work 3 days a week so have atleast 4 days available to love, play and walk your fur babies. My cocker spaniel loves making new friends and loves doggy company. I have a fenced garden and plenty of local walks around and a field opposite my house. I also love going to the Lake District with my dog so would be able to provide plenty of adventure for your dog. I can crate your dog if needed and provide plenty of toys and fun.
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