Dog Boarding St. Albans
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Over 743 pet owners in St. Albans have booked dog boarding
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“Shishir and Marion took great care of Alfie, from the start they saw I was anxious about leaving him with a strangers and did everything they could help reassure me, allowing me to schedule a few meetings and greets to get to know them and for them to get to know Alfie. Throughout my stay I got daily updates and pictures and felt constantly reassured he was happy whilst I was enjoying my holiday. I would book them again without a doubt and highly recommend them!”
“Absolutely wonderful care. Karen and her family are so kind and Teddy loves every moment of his stays with them. We all love receiving the reassuring messages and photographs which Karen sends throughout the stay.”
“Mehtap looked after my dog Chase for 2 nights and I couldn’t be happier with the service she provided Chase was made to feel at home and had plenty of walks And I received pictures and updates whilst I was away I will definitely be using her again”
“Absolutely 5 star, she gave such a good care to my dog! Easy to communicate to her and clearly love looking after animals. 😊 Highly recommend and definitely will book with her again.”
“Sohee was wonderful with my nervous rescue when she went for an overnight stay recently. She is very patient and calm, just what my dog needs, and kept me informed of how things were going, which was really reassuring. I will definitely book Sohee again would highly recommend her.”
“Thank you so much to Elizabeth! Dax was clearly very happy during his stay. She took him out early and kept him cool in the hot weather. She also made sure to play with him and give him cuddles. Couldn't have asked for more”
“Michele always takes the most wonderful care of our pup Rizzo and Rizzo is always so excited to see her! It's so great to be able to leave Rizzo with Michele and know that she is having a lovely time. Michele always plans lots of walks and things to do with Rizzo and sends us lots of updates, and we have complete peace of mind when Rizzo is there. Thank you Michele!”
“Wow! What’s a wonderful, kind and generous person. We are so lucky to have found you. Alfie has been looked after so well I think he is sad to have come home. I’m sure he will drag me to your house the next time we go for a walk. The photos and little messages are so reassuring. We would definitely recommend you to any potential doggy parents. Absolutely perfect 🤩 I would give more stars if I could! XX”
“Another lovely stay for Tiffy with Gabriella. Lots of fun walks, plenty of ball play and even a trip to the zoo where she saw animals beyond her imagination for the first time. Thanks again Gabriella.”
“Holly and Elliot were amazing! We had an emergency last minute need for our 5-month old puppy, Hazel, to be dog sat over the weekend, and they responded so quickly and helpfully! Hazel was wonderfully cared for, so much so that we had to convince her to come home with us again… We were kept updated with pictures and information and they were responding within minutes to us. We will definitely use them again!”
About: I’ve been passionate about dogs for many years and currently own a friendly German Spitz called Frankie, who is a much-loved member of our family. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your pet, and I treat every dog as if they were my own. I’m currently working towards my iPET qualification in canine care to further develop my knowledge of dog welfare, behaviour and safe handling. I provide a calm, loving home environment with plenty of attention, play, enrichment and walks tailored to each dog’s needs. I particularly enjoy caring for small and medium-sized dogs and believe every dog deserves patience, kindness and lots of cuddles. I’ll also keep you updated with regular photos and messages, so you can relax knowing your dog is happy and well cared for. I’m available evenings and weekends, with flexible availability to suit your needs. I’ll always make sure your pet receives plenty of attention, exercise, enrichment and affection while they’re in my care, so they feel safe, happy and relaxed. Your pet’s safety and wellbeing are my priority. I provide a calm, loving home environment with a secure garden for supervised play and exercise. I follow your pet’s usual routine as closely as possible and will keep you updated with regular photos and messages for complete peace of mind.
“Ethan and Lauren have cared for our dog, Pinky, multiple times (daytime and overnight). They are so generous, lovely, and caring. We were worried about leaving Pinky overnight for the first time but he pulled us to get in to see Ethan and Lauren which made his feelings clear! We are very pleased to have found them (as is Pinky).”
“Gigi was fantastic looking after Freddie. She made sure that everything was tailored to suit his needs. Gigi was full of love and care for Freddie and continually kept me updated with photos. Freddie loved spending time with Gigi and her son. He enjoyed the play, cuddles, walks and entertainment they provided. I felt comforted by the regular updates and Gigi adapting things for Freddie over the hot weather. Freddie enjoyed his 6 day holiday and I will definitely use Gigi again. Many thanks for the wonderful care you provided!”
“Roger is an excellent dog sitter our Boris loved him and his stay. He had our boy for 17 days. Keep us updated with his stay with him and our dog is missing him! He has a wealth of knowledge and can not recommend him enough!”
“Nala had clearly had a great time in Heidi’s care. I had daily updates and photos from Heidi, and when I went to pick Nala up, she was in no hurry to leave. She had obviously settled in well and felt very much at home. She’ll be back! Thanks to Heidi and Phil for looking after her so well.”
“Amy and her family took amazing care of our little Yorkie Baxter. It was the first time we had left him with anyone apart from family so we were a bit nervous about leaving him but we were quickly reassured by Amy’s regular updates and pictures. Baxter had a great time and I would highly recommend Amy to anyone. Thanks so much 💕”
“Maggie was well looked after and we received plenty of updates to keep us reassured she was fine. Thank you Emma for taking such good care of her. Will definitely use your services again. Thanks”
“Mina took care of our spring/collie cross 4yr old over three days. A good summary is our dog did not want to leave! Mina was absolutely lovely with her throughout. Very professional and affectionate towards our dog. Plenty of exercise with quality walks and fantastic communication throughout the stay. Couldn’t ask for more and would definitely recommend.”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in St. Albans is £35
Dog owners share their Rover experiences - St. Albans
Darcy's first stay with Ann and her family was a great success. She was very comfortable in their house and ate all her meals and slept well. Ann was very caring and diligent and kept us updated on how Darcy was settling in, also sending us photos of her in the garden looking happy and content, which was reassuring. We would not hesitate to use Ann again.
Excellent carer for our rather nuanced and complicated female cavapoo. Wolfie was able to explain what she intended to do to care for our dog, and took time to explain the reasons for doing so. This was the first time our dog had been left with someone else overnight, and she was able to adjust to this well with Wolfies' help. We will definitely be booking again the next time we visit the area overnight.
We were really anxious about who we would leave our older boy with while we were away on holiday, so much so that we met with several sitters before choosing Shishir and Marion. From the start, they were incredibly responsive and kept us updated throughout our trip with regular photos and messages, which gave us real peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. He stayed with them during the heatwave, and they were very mindful of the high temperatures, adapting his walks and care to keep him comfortable and safe. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Shishir and Marion to anyone looking for a caring and reliable dog sitter, and we would happily book with them again.
Declan and Abi are absolutely lovely and great dog boarders. Reggie stayed with them for 2 nights whilst we were at a friends wedding and he had a great time. Very communicative and sent through pics of Reg and what he’d been up to during his stay with them. Would definitely recommend and will be booking again in the future!
Looked after our Bluebell for 4 nights. First time for her staying at someone’s house that isn’t a family member or close friend and she was very well looked after. Was hot days so was walked in mornings and evenings and Bluebell looked very happy on all the photos we were sent!
Lauren and Ethan were absolutely fantastic looking after our dog, Myla, while we were away on holiday. From the moment we met them, we felt completely at ease knowing she was in such caring and capable hands. They kept us updated with regular messages and photos, which gave us real peace of mind and allowed us to enjoy our trip without worrying. It was clear that Myla was happy, well cared for, and received plenty of love and attention throughout her stay. We came home to a relaxed, happy dog, and it was obvious she'd been treated like one of the family. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lauren and Ethan to anyone looking for trustworthy, reliable, and genuinely caring pet sitters. Thank you both for taking such wonderful care of Myla—we'll definitely be booking with you again!
Joanne looked after Mutley for a week in late June 2026. She proved her flexibility when I needed to tweet timings. She is a kind and friendly individual. Joanne kept me fully up to date, several times a day on Mutleys stay with her by pictures and videos. Mutley was seen to be interacting well with her. I plan to book Mutley in again with Joanne who is clearly passionate about animals in her care.
Michelle was absolutely amazing! She clearly has a love for animals and that really came through with her care for Canela. She made us feel completely at ease leaving her overnight, kept updated with regular pictures/videos. Canela had a fantastic time and we will definately be using Michelle again!!!
We couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter than Denise and her family. Murphy stayed with them for the weekend and was so well looked after from start to finish. Denise kept us updated regularly with messages and photos, which gave us complete peace of mind and allowed us to relax knowing Murphy was happy, comfortable, and having a great time. It was clear that Murphy was treated like one of the family and received plenty of love, attention, and care. The communication was excellent throughout, and Denise went above and beyond to make sure both Murphy and we felt at ease. We are incredibly grateful and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Denise and her family to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and reliable dog sitter. Murphy can’t wait for his next stay!
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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FAQs for Boarding - St. Albans
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Boarding in St. Albans on Rover is £42.55 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 15,116 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across St. Albans. 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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