Dog Boarding Southend-on-Sea
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About: Hi there! I’m a lifelong animal lover with a gentle heart and a knack for making pets feel safe, happy, and loved while their humans are away. Whether it’s energetic playtime, peaceful walks, or cozy cuddle sessions, I tailor my care to each pet’s unique personality and needs. I have experience with dogs, cats, small animals, and even the occasional feathered friend. I’m attentive to routines, medication schedules, and special dietary needs, and I treat every pet as if they were my own. Your furry (or feathered!) family member will get more than just care — they’ll get companionship, affection, and plenty of love until you’re back home. Let’s make sure your pet feels happy, safe, and loved while you’re away! 🐶🐱❤️ I provide calm, reliable, personalised care that helps your pet feel safe, understood, and happy while you’re away. I follow feeding and walking routines, keep spaces clean, and offer enrichment that suits your pet’s personality. I’m attentive to behaviour and health, comfortable with basic medication needs, and always put safety first. You’ll receive clear daily updates, honest communication, and respectful care for both your pet in my cosy home I don't have any pets of my own so I can give yours all the attention they want and need. My garden is perfect for a mooch around and is totally secure. I don't open windows when I have cats staying here and there places they can hide or sit up high if they wish. All pets are allowed on my bed and sofa, hair doesnt bother me. I welcome it all !
“I have no hesitation in recommending Betul. My dog Cody boarded with her for 12 days and had a great stay, received excellent care and enjoyed the company of their dog Freud.”
“Thankyou juliet for looking after our cavapoo Hugo he had a great time I felt reassured throughout the stay juliet lept us updated with lots of pics and messages. Would definitely recommend”
“Our Cocker Spaniel stayed with Ashleigh for 4 nights. She instantly put us at ease with her great communication and photos of their outings. It was clear from the updates provided that Faber was happy with Ashleigh. We would highly recommend Ashleigh and will definitely be using her again in the future ☺️”
“Thank you so much ! Daniel looked after my two setters for 4 nights and they had a superb time. They were very well looked after as he took them for long walks during the day, gave them treats and once even got an extra pack of food as he was able to look after them til the following morning - which was lucky! Two very happy dogs, thanks again.”
“Rita was great, from day one we received photos of Teddy, kept us well updated with photos and messages. Great environment for dogs to run around and also relax. I would not hesitate in recommending Rita to anyone looking for a caring dog owner who puts your mind at ease. Thank you Rita!!”
“It was the first time we had left Peggy so a little anxious. Catriona was lovely, when we first introduced her to Peggy then popped to her home we could see she would look after her. Peggy enjoyed meeting Cooper, Catriona’s dog and had a nice time. Catriona was sending me video’s, photo’s of Peggy as she knew I’d be anxious, which I needn’t have been. Would definitely have no hesitation in using Catriona again and recommending- thank you for looking after Peggy 🥰.”
“Our Cora has a wonderful stay with Leah and her family. She was definitely one of the family whilst there! Leah kept me updated with regular messages and beautiful photos! Will definitely use her again and would recommend to anyone. 10/10”
About: 7 years experience ✅️ Hi, my name is Victoria. I am a pet sitter in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, close to the beach and surrounded by lots of beautiful parks and woods. From a young age, I have always loved animals of all kinds (sometimes more than humans🤭!). Growing up, we had cats, rabbits and hamsters at home, so animals have always been a big part of my life they bring me so much peace and happiness. When I got married, my husband and I welcomed a Beagle cross into our family from a puppy. We sadly had to rehome him when he was seven years old, which was a very difficult and heart breaking decision for us. As a family, we have always loved animals, and my son was especially gentle and caring with our dog, knowing when to play with him and when to give him his own space. I love exploring different places on my walks, whether that's the woods, the beach or beautiful country parks, so having a furry friend to enjoy these adventures with would be wonderful company. I’m a caring, reliable and genuinely animal-loving person, and I will always treat your pets as if they were my own. I love to give them lots of fuss, cuddles and attention, while also respecting their individual personalities and giving them space when they need it. I can offer flexible and personalised pet-sitting services to suit you and your pets, and I’m also happy to help with things such as flea and worming treatments if needed. For your peace of mind i am DBS CHECKED/FULLY INSURED/CPR & FIRST AID TRAINED. If you're looking for a pet sitter who genuinely loves animals and will give your pets plenty of love, care and attention, then feel free to get in touch - I’d love to hear from you! — I’d be very happy to chat about your pets and how I can help! Thank you, Victoria 🐾 I’m currently a stay-at-home mum, so I have lots of time, love and attention to give to an animal who needs it. I also drive and have an estate car with a large boot, so there’s plenty of room for dogs to travel safely and comfortably. I’m also available for drop-in pet visits, whether your pet needs feeding, some playtime, company, cuddles or just a little bit of attention while you’re out. Since rehoming our dog, I’ve really missed having a furry friend to take on walks, discovering new places to explore together and giving them all the love, care and attention they deserve. When we had our dog, we would go out every day and find somewhere new to explore, whether that was the beach, woods or country parks. He absolutely loved going on adventures, meeting other dogs and having lots of exciting new smells to investigate! I would really love the opportunity to share those walks and adventures with another dog and give them the same love and happiness that I gave to our own. 🐾❤️ We live in a spacious two-bedroom flat with access to a communal garden area. Pets are welcome on the beds and sofas — our dog used to sleep in bed with us, so we’re more than happy for your dog to do the same if they’re comfortable. I’m happy to administer flea and worming treatments if needed. We don’t currently have a crate, as we got rid of ours because our dog found it distressing, but I’m more than happy to use your crate if your dog is happy and comfortable being crated. Our dog suffered from severe separation anxiety, so I completely understand how difficult and stressful this can be for both dogs and their owners. I was unable to leave him alone, and he came everywhere with us. If your dog experiences separation anxiety, please be assured that I will not leave them alone and will do everything I can to make them feel safe, settled and comfortable. I can also provide home visits, including check-ins, walks, playtime and feeding, if that’s what your pet needs. 🐾
About: Me and my partner Josh, 22 & 24 have had pets all of our lives and would love to take your pets in as our own! We have lots of free time in the day, plus being able to give your pets the holiday of a lifetime is so much fun :) Me and Josh won’t need to leave your pet on its own as there will always be one of us in the house based on our jobs. We both work away at different times of the year and this is a great opportunity for us to fill a pet sized whole in our life’s as a young couple. I have a fenced garden with lots of space to run around. Alarmed and CCTV house. More than happy to keep your pet in its normal routine and also happy to take for extra walks and special care as it’s your pets holiday too!
About: Hi, I’m Michelle. I’m new to Rover, but not new to caring for animals. I’ve been looking after pets for around 15 years through private clients and recommendations, and I’m now looking to take on more pet-care clients and spend more of my time doing the work I really enjoy - being around animals. I live on my own, so when I’m caring for your pet or pets, they’ll have my full attention, with no other household members involved in their care. I originally got to know several of my pet-care clients through cleaning for them, and from there I also started looking after their pets, walking their dogs and house sitting while they were away. I’ve cared for both cats and dogs and understand how important it is to follow each animal’s individual routine. I’m dependable, caring and very attentive to instructions. I’m also very observant and naturally safety-conscious, particularly when walking dogs - I’m always aware of traffic, other dogs, what’s around us and anything on the ground they might try to eat or get into. I treat people’s homes and pets as if they were my own and always make sure their home is left clean, tidy and secure. I’m very security-conscious too - I’m the person who checks the door is locked and then checks it again just to make absolutely sure! I offer dog walking, puppy sitting, house sitting, cat sitting and drop-in visits for both cats and dogs, including feeding, toilet breaks, medication where required, playtime and plenty of fuss. I’m also happy to simply keep an animal company and give them the kind of attention they’re used to at home. I can also do home check-in visits if you’re away, even if your pets are with you, for things like checking everything is secure, picking up post, opening or closing curtains, turning lights on or off, or simply giving you peace of mind that someone has checked on the property. My availability can vary, so please feel free to message me with the dates and care you need, even if you’re not sure whether I’ll be available. I’m flexible and can often accommodate last-minute bookings. If you already have someone you normally use but they’re unavailable, I’m also very happy to provide occasional or last-minute cover. I don’t charge cancellation fees, even for last-minute changes. Plans change, and I’d rather make things as easy as possible for owners. I’m very flexible and can usually fit pet care around my day, including morning, daytime and evening visits. I can often accommodate last-minute bookings too and I’m happy to work around your pet’s usual routine. I’m very respectful of people’s homes and always follow the owner’s instructions carefully. I make sure pets are safe and settled, doors and windows are secure, keys are kept safe, and the home is left clean, tidy and secure. I’m also very happy to follow feeding, medication, exercise and other routines as requested.
“Thank you so much for taking suck excellent care of Archie. We really appreciate how you kept us up to date and took pictures to show how happy and calm he was while he was away. Thank you”
“Thank you for easing Rufus into a night away from home! This was a new one for us but I could trust he was being taken care of and that really made the experience less worrisome :)”
About: We’ve both grown up with dogs and have spent many years caring for pets of all ages, from energetic puppies to older dogs. Between us, we have over two years of pet sitting experience, as well as a lifetime of owning and looking after our own family dogs. We treat every dog as if they were our own, making sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable while you’re away. We enjoy playing with them, giving them plenty of attention, and taking them on regular walks in the lovely parks and green spaces near our home. We’re also happy to follow your dog’s usual routine, including feeding schedules, medication, and any special care they may need. As a couple, there’s always someone available to give your pet the care and companionship they deserve. We understand how important it is to leave your dog with people you can trust, and we’ll do everything we can to make them feel right at home. For everyone’s comfort and hygiene, we kindly require all dogs to arrive clean when coming for daycare or boarding. We both work full-time from home, which means we’re around throughout the day to provide plenty of care, attention, and companionship. Dogs won’t be left alone and will have regular toilet breaks, playtime, walks, and lots of affection. We enjoy being active and love taking dogs for walks in the nearby parks and green spaces. We also make sure each dog has time to relax, stick to their usual routine, and feels comfortable and settled while staying with us. Your dog’s safety and happiness are our top priorities. We have a secure, fully fenced garden where dogs can safely play and explore. We also have our own friendly two-year-old miniature Dachshund, Bella, who is calm, gentle, and very sociable. She has never shown any signs of aggression and enjoys the company of other dogs, making her a wonderful companion for visiting pets. We’ll always follow your dog’s usual routine, including feeding times, walks, medication (if required), and any specific instructions you provide. We supervise interactions, keep the environment clean and safe, and treat every dog as if they were part of our own family, ensuring they receive plenty of love, attention, and care throughout their stay.
“Gus and Ruby really enjoyed their stay with Natalie and Finn. Natalie puts a lot of thought into their stay and looked after them well, also providing us with lots of pictures and updates. They came home happy, I think they enjoyed their holiday! Would recommend x”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Southend-on-Sea is £35
Dog owners share their Rover experiences – Southend-on-Sea
Juliet was an amazing host for our corgi Rocket. It was our first time leaving him with a sitter like this and she and her family couldn't have been more welcoming. All the pics and videos she shared were really great, we never had to wonder how he was getting on. Can't recommend her highly enough!
It was the first time we had left Peggy so a little anxious. Catriona was lovely, when we first introduced her to Peggy then popped to her home we could see she would look after her. Peggy enjoyed meeting Cooper, Catriona’s dog and had a nice time. Catriona was sending me video’s, photo’s of Peggy as she knew I’d be anxious, which I needn’t have been. Would definitely have no hesitation in using Catriona again and recommending- thank you for looking after Peggy 🥰.
This is the first time we left our 4 months old puppy waffle with someone and Paul put us on ease from the starting and he personally came to visit waffle first to familiarise himself and he took so good care of him and kept us updated with timely pictures and updates and responded to any queries that we had Wouldn’t hesitate to book again
This was the second time Rita looked after my dog Jessie, and once again the experience was outstanding. Rita first cared for Jessie for two weeks over Christmas and New Year, and more recently for an additional week. Each time, she has been absolutely wonderful. What stands out most is how much Rita genuinely loves dogs. She treats them with remarkable kindness, patience, and attention. Jessie was not just being watched, she was truly cared for as part of the family. Rita kept me updated throughout the stay, sending plenty of photos and messages, which gave me great peace of mind. She also made sure Jessie had regular exercise, with three walks a day, and plenty of affection and companionship. Her home is warm and welcoming, shared with her husband, daughter, and their lovely dog FitzRoy. It is clear that dogs are an important part of their family life, and Jessie always feels comfortable and happy there. I would wholeheartedly recommend Rita to anyone looking for a trustworthy, professional, and genuinely caring dog sitter. Knowing that Jessie is with someone who pays such close attention to her needs and well-being is incredibly reassuring.
We cannot rate Sam enough. 5 stars just doesn't seem enough. Luna had never been walked by anyone else let alone stayed overnight at someone else's house without us being there. From the moment we first met we could see Sam was an absolute dog lover and made both ourselves, and of course Luna, feel very welcome and at ease. We knew we in the right place. Sam's massive garden was more than enough for Luna and her rocket/ whirlwind antics. Once she found the ball stash she was smitten and felt so comfortable. A little too comfortable for our liking as we thought she would never want to leave. The occasion was our wedding day and as with all weddings things don't always go to plan. Due to timings I needed a bit more time on the big day and messaged Sam to say if I could drop Luna off a little earlier. This was no problem for her and agreed without hesitation. We received regular updates from a walk in the park, playing fetch and posing for snaps. To say we were very nervous to have Luna away from us for the first time would be an understatement. For any dog owner who has experienced this situation you will know what we mean. If you are one of these owners who just doesn't know who would be the best fit then choose Sam. We will definitely be using her again for all of our future needs. I dont think Luna will let us take her anywhere else. Amazing staycation, amazing service, AMAZING Sam :)
Melanie was amazing with Milo and we’re so glad we found her. She took him on at short notice and met up with us beforehand to get to know him, which we especially appreciated as this was the first time we’d left him with anyone outside our family. We loved getting daily photos of Milo out on walks with her dogs or snuggled up in front of the fire on her lap. He clearly had the best time and came home very happy. Thanks so much, Melanie, we wouldn’t hesitate to book again!
From start to finish Charlotte was brilliant, she is very kind and showed a lot of concern for Daisy from the meet and greet until I picked her up again after the stay. She kept us informed the whole time and was very accommodating to all our needs, dog and family that is. Daisy is a nervous dog and after being in kennels last time was physically and mentally traumatised, coming back from Charlottes is just like she's been to visit a friend. If I need a dog carer again Charlotte will always be my first call, I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for dog care.
Tina is excellent, all around. She has had our golden retriever over twice and each time she cared for her so well. You can tell she really loves the dogs x This time around our puppy wasn’t settling and for hours she spent time with her, trying to help calm her down and staying with her while we tried to get back asap, and she was so understanding. She’s an absolute angel💗
Elisa looked after my Puppy Cockapoo buddy for 1 week We had never left him before so was very anxious how he would be especially when elisa had a dog and 2 cats Elisa sent photos and videos and buddy looked liked he was having a great time I will defiantly be using Elisa again to look after Buddy Thanks Elisa
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in Southend-on-Sea on Rover is £37.95 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 9,354 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Southend-on-Sea. 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 East of 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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