Dog Boarding in Southampton

“Our dog Lulu had a very enjoyable stay with Caroline. Caroline took great care of Lulu, and we would have no hesitation of asking Caroline to look after her again. Thoroughly recommended.”

Ken M.

“We have just collected our Cocker spaniel "Bear" from his 4 night stay with Wardah . I was totally reassured by the regular videos updates on how his day was going and what they had planned for their time together. Wardah was great at keeping Bear entertained with lots of lovely different walks and arranging play dates with other dogs around his age. We will definitely be booking again for Bears next stay and I would highly recommend her if your in need of a dog sitter 10/10 from me and Bear”

Vicki G.

“Ada loved staying with Ananda ☺️ It was her first time staying with a sitter who wasn’t friends or family, but we were totally at ease after seeing how much Ada loved her on the first meeting! Ada arrived needing to take some medication for a few days on top of what she already takes daily, and it was great to know everything would be handled and with such care. We could tell through frequent communication, photos, and videos that Ada was having a wonderful time while we were away. Highly recommend!”

Alison C.

About: Hi, I’m Sophie! My partner George and I recently bought our first home in Eastleigh, and we’re both huge dog lovers. While our work commitments mean we can’t have a dog of our own right now, we’d love to help others by providing caring and reliable dog walking and sitting services. I’ve grown up with dogs my whole life, from a Border Collie to a Lhasa Apso/Yorkie mix, and now a lovely litte Poochon. I’m very used to grooming needs and making sure coats are well cared for. I also regularly help care for family dogs, including Labradors, so I’m confident with both small and large breeds. Having experienced every stage of a dog’s life, I’m comfortable caring for energetic puppies as well as giving extra patience, attention, and love to older dogs. I work full-time across four days a week, which means I’m fully available on Tuesdays and weekends. On my days off, your dog will have my full attention. I’ll always stick to your routine and make sure your pup feels happy, comfortable, and well cared for—whether that’s during a walk, drop-in visit, or overnight stay. I’m happy to provide as many walks as your dog needs, along with plenty of playtime and attention. They’ll also have access to a secure garden and a safe, dog-friendly home environment. I have a fully fenced, secure garden and plenty of lovely walking routes nearby. I’m also happy to take dogs out in the car for longer walks or new environments if they enjoy that. I always aim to follow your preferences and routine to make sure you feel completely comfortable. My home does have stairs, but these can be safely blocked off if needed. Dogs are welcome to settle in wherever they feel most comfortable. You’re very welcome to bring their bed, crate, blankets, or anything familiar from home. If your dog is used to cuddling up on the sofa, they’ll be more than welcome to do the same here!

“We had such a wonderful experience with Monica as Cactus’ dog sitter. From start to finish, the communication was fantastic — plenty of regular updates, photos, and reassurance that Cactus was happy and well cared for. She enjoyed regular walks and clearly felt comfortable in their care. Cactus did take a dislike to another female dog during his stay, but Monica handled the situation excellently. She made me aware straight away, managed it calmly and responsibly, and kept Cactus’ and the other dogs wellbeing as the priority at all times, which I really appreciated. The handover was quick and smooth, and both Monica and her partner Francesco are genuinely amazing sitters — kind, attentive, and clearly very experienced. Moving forward, I’ll be using one-dog-only sitters due to Cactus’ behaviour but I would still highly recommend Monica and Francesco to anyone looking for caring, reliable, and communicative dog sitters. Thank you both for taking such great care of Cactus 🐶✨”

Sasha-louise D.

About: Dogs have always been a huge part of our lives and we’ve both grown up around them. We regularly care for dogs for family and friends and have experience with a range of breeds, ages, sizes and personalities, including rescue dogs who may need extra patience, reassurance and individual care. Pet care fits naturally into our routine as I work from home Monday–Thursday, my toddler attends nursery during the day, and my husband works evenings, meaning dogs will have plenty of company, supervision, walks, playtime and cuddles throughout the day in a calm, loving family home environment. We live in a detached family home with a secure, fully enclosed garden where dogs can safely play and explore. We also have our friendly Cavachon, Theo, who loves other dogs, enjoys walks, naps and playtime, and is very gentle and sociable. Dogs staying with us would be treated as part of the family, with plenty of supervision, affection, exercise and care tailored to their individual needs in a calm, safe and loving environment.

“Sydney provided an exceptional level of care while looking after our two dogs, Jock and Mia. From the outset, her communication was outstanding—she kept us regularly updated with messages and photos, which gave us real peace of mind while we were away. It was clear from the updates that Jock and Mia were not only well cared for, but genuinely happy and enjoying their time with her. Sydney’s warm, attentive, and caring nature truly shines through in the way she looks after animals. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate dog sitter. We are already looking forward to booking with Sydney again in the future.”

Steven & Kinga O.

“Shadia took such great care of our cockapoo, Rory! She was excellent at communicating before and throughout the booking - we got regular updates, photos, and videos which really put our minds at ease. Rory clearly had a fantastic time with Shadia’s lovely family and their sweet dog Skye. It was especially reassuring to know that Shadia was thoughtful and attentive during the heatwave, making sure Rory stayed safe and comfortable. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again!”

Clarice G.

“Our dog (Cookie) really enjoyed herself staying with Murali and his family. Cookie is a very lively but very friendly GSD and settled with their own dog and another, especially playing chase around their large garden. We would have no hesitation in recommending this boarder to anyone.”

Kim P.

“Laura looked after Mimi for 10 nights after being let down at the last minute. Laura was delightful from the moment we booked, she was communicative and warm , i immediately felt comfortable leaving Mimi with her. Mimi loved her and we were sent videos and regular updates, Mimi looked positively at home. i would absolutely have no hesitation in recommending Laura and will definitely be leaving Mimi with her in her excellent care again in the future. Thank you Laura”

paul b.

“Arija was very friendly and helpful working around our timings. She sent photos of Newton looking happy with a quick update confirming all ways good everyday. Newton said he had a great time and enjoyed being with them 🤣 Thank you Arija”

Ruari C.

“I was anxious about leaving my two dogs with Carmen for the weekend, but she offered to keep me updated by phone. On the Sunday morning she texted me to see if she could take the dogs to the beach - how great is that? A run and a swim on a boiling hot day, perfect! I am happy that they are booked in for Christmas as I know they will be well looked after. Thanks.”

Sara B.

“Sunny enjoyed her stay with Amanda and absolutely loved her walks with her too. I received an update each day on how she was getting on. We will definitely be booking some more future dates with Amanda. Thank you for taking such great care of Sunny.🐾🐾🐾”

Ameena J.

“Mabel recently stayed with Joanne and her family. I sent her packing (a little nervous due to it being my first rover) and with a million warnings about what she MIGHT do! 🤣 Turns out Mabel was an absolute dream so they must have been brilliant at looking after her. I had regular updates and pictures. Timings were sorted out easily and we kept in touch via Whatsapp. Joanne has a really secure garden - which made me feel so much more comfortable leaving her there. It felt like a home from home setting. I have two children of my own and Joanne's two seemed to love her as much as her own. They were super excited to have her. She was allowed upstairs and just slipped into their family life. She had plenty of walks and was fed well. I wouldn't hesitate at using Jo again! Thanks guys! 🐾🐾”

Hayley J.

About: I’m new to Rover, but I’m not new to caring for dogs. I’ve had dogs in my life for 44 years and currently care for my own elderly dogs (Oscar (15) & Lucy (16)), both of whom have needed a lot of patience, routine and gentle handling as they’ve got older. Through them, I’ve gained real experience with senior dog care, sight loss, reduced hearing, medication routines, mobility issues, and understanding when a dog needs calm reassurance rather than too much fuss. I’ve also looked after puppies & dogs for friends and family, and I’m very comfortable following each dog’s normal routine closely. I know how important the little details are, from feeding times and medication to favourite blankies & toys, walking habits, nervous behaviours and the small things that help a dog feel calm and settled. I don’t think there’s anything quite like a dog. They are funny, loyal, gentle, soulful little creatures who somehow make the world feel better just by being in it. I genuinely believe dogs are one of the best things in life, and caring for them properly is something I take seriously. I work from home Monday to Friday and have a flexible schedule, so I’m around throughout the day for company, toilet breaks, feeding routines, walks and plenty of attention. I’m used to planning my day around dogs and their routines, including set meal times, medication needs, rest time and comfort. Walks can be fitted around my working day, including during my breaks or any walking meetings I have with my team. I am currently offering boarding in my own home, as my own dogs have a calm, steady routine and I’m always close by. I care for dogs in my own home, where I keep things calm, safe and settled. I have two elderly dogs myself, so my home is already built around a gentle routine, quiet care and close supervision. They mostly sleep now and are used to being around dogs from friends and family, including younger dogs, so the house is calm rather than busy. I’m very mindful of helping dogs feel comfortable, especially if they are older, nervous, have medical needs, or simply need a little time to settle in. I will always follow your instructions closely, including feeding routines, medication, walks, toilet breaks, sleeping arrangements and any house rules or quirks your dog may have. Every dog is different, so I’d want to understand what makes them feel safe and happy before they stay. Dogs in my care would have plenty of company throughout the day, as I work from home and am always around. They would not be left alone for long, usually no more than around 15 minutes if I needed to pop to the local shop.

“What a brilliant experience we had with Eleanor and Raymond. This was the first time we have left our very high energy, crazy Labrador over night and he absolutely loved it. Both Eleanor and Raymond were so good with him. They took time to understand his needs and make it the most positive experience. Nothing seemed to faze them and it's very easy to see how much they love having dogs around. We feel incredibly lucky to have found them and Rosso is looking forward to more adventures with them.”

Amy G.

“We recently had Kellie look after our dog for the first time, and we couldn't be happpier with the experience, We received regular updates and photos which reassured us that Peppa was not only safe but happy and well cared for. We will definitely be booking Kellie again highly recommended.”

Donna c.

“Romeo had a wonderful time with Lynn. I really appreciated the photos and updates that she sent me. I would highly recommend and would be happy for Romeo to stay with Lynn again.”

Nicky H.

“Shelley and family were friendly and welcoming to my whippet Freya for her initial trial eve. Freya seemed to enjoy her stay. Will book again.”

Richard H.

“Rachel is a lovely person very caring and capable. Elsa really enjoyed her overnight stay, with new playmate Kevin. I can fully recommend and would be happy to book again.”

Christine H.