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1. Steve C.

“No rating high enough exists. My dog had the best time, came back lovely and relaxed which is not usual for him staying somewhere. Loads of photos and updates really put my mind at ease. Couldn't recommend Steve (and family) highly enough. Will be going straight to him if I need a sitter in future.”


2. Abbey R.


“Charlie was very relaxed and happy when I collected him which is a good sign he has enjoyed his stay. Thank you for the photo and video updates. I will definitely use you again xx”


3. Leanne W.

“Monty has had a brilliant stay with Lea, a real home away from home. We had lovely photos and videos of his stay and it gave us such peace of mind.”


4. Bethany B.

“Barney really enjoyed his stay with Bethany, he had such a great time. Communication was great from the start of the booking process all the way through to pick up. I received updates and pictures during his stay of how he was getting on and how he was settling in which was lovely. Will definitely be booking Bethany again 😊”


5. Victoria P.

“This is my first time leaving my dog Ralph with anyone other than family but my nerves were eased the moment I met Victoria and trinity as you can see they just love dogs. I got regular photo and video updates (even though it was only one night) which put my mind at rest and I wouldn’t hesitate to rebook again. If you’re looking for a home from home care for your pet this is what you will find here.”


6. Samantha C.
“Sam is a very kind person who cares for her two dogs that are very well looked after. She is a reliable person who id highly recommend to any pet parent.”


7. Adele D.

“We needed a dog sitter for our 2 dogs so we could go out for a birthday meal. Adele is friendly, professional, confident & knowledgeable about dogs. One of our dogs is a little nervous, but the presence of Adele’s dogs added interest to help them both settle. Adele’s dogs are extremely happy & friendly & I wouldn’t hesitate to use Adele’s services again. Many thanks xx”


8. Hannah S.

“Can highly recommend Hannah to look after your dog. Had updates and photos while we were away which gave us peace of mind and Suki has come back to us completely settled and happy. Will definitely book up again.”


9. Csilla F.

“Csilla is absolutely wonderful. She is very experienced and has a calm energy which any dog would respond well to. My anxious (rescue) Chihuahua was instantly comfortable at the meet and greet and came home from his overnight stay happy and relaxed. I’m delighted and my dog is already looking forward to a week’s holiday with Csilla.”


10. Shannon R.
“Shannon is the most loving and trusted person I know. I am always happy to leave my frenchie with her when I’m away as she understands her needs of needing to be kept cool and needing short walks. She is flexible with pick up and drop off times as well as reassuring when sending pictures and videos so I know my dog is enjoying her stay and is comfortable in her environment. I always recommend her to anyone I know!”


11. Alexander M.
“Alex loves dogs. He is caring and kind. He has his own home and private garden. His two pugs are loved and well cared for. They have the best life and could give your dog the same.”


12. Meagan M.

“Big thank you to Meagan and family for looking after Piglet and Wombat. The photos you sent during their stay showed how settled they were. I would recommend Meagan as a sitter, my dogs took to her immediately (and to Gunner), would happily send them to her for their holidays again.”


13. andrew b.

“Milo had a lovely time with Andrew! Throughout his stay, Andrew kept me updated with pictures so I could rest assured that Milo was happy and in good hands. Would happily book again.”


14. Megan S.

“Really pleased, first time he has been away from his family. Obviously been well looked after and made part of the family. Highly recommend”


15. Sima S.

“From reading reviews and choosing sima to care for my baby boy Flynn while I was away I couldn’t have picked anyone better. Doing a meet and greet a few weeks before I went away to dropping him off on the day and picking him up the day I returned was perfect. I received pictures daily of how Flynn was doing and what he had been up to that day. He looked so happy on the photos which made my holiday better knowing he was being well looked after. I would recommend Sima to anyone who needs someone to care for their family pet whilst on holiday. I will definitely be using her again. I’m sure Flynn is missing them both so much 🙂”


16. Hannah B.
“Hannah has watched both of my dogs (French Bulldog and Pug) many times. She will treat each persons pet like they are her own and make them feel at home. 10/10 could not recommend anyone better”


17. Victoria W.

“Victoria and family took great care of Rupert, which allowed me to relax on my holiday. I received lots of updates, photos, and videos which was lovely. They even spoiled him with some extra toys and treats. I would have no worries at all about sending Rupert back.”


18. Sarah O.

“Bella loved her stay with Sarah, in so much she's seems a bit down not to still be with her. We went away for a week and Sarah kept us up to date with daily photos and messages which showed bella having a great time . Friendly and helpful throughout Sarah let Bella have the run of the house and looked after her brilliantly. We will definitely use Sarah again and some of our friends have already made inquiries about they dogs. Many , many thanks to Sarah for a professional and smooth weeks stay .”


19. diane c.
About: I have been a dog owner for 40 years. At the moment I have a seven year old black Labrador, Who I adore and he loves company. I am a retired nurse. My dog is my best friend and companion. Where ever I go so does he. We have daily walks at the coast or country parks. I have a fenced garden. A 7 year old Labrador to help keep them company. And a warm cosy home they can enjoy as they please.


20. Claire S.

“Best dog sitter, highly recommend - our dog has stayed twice now with Claire for a few days each time and I really feel like she is well card for her when she is there. Thanks Claire!”
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As of Apr 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Sunderland is £29 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs £203. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs and their space's amenities. As a result, most Sunderland dog boarding rates can be found as low as £25 to as high as £41 per night.
As of Apr 2025, 437 sitters provided dog boarding in Sunderland. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 94% of Sunderland dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Dog boarding sitters with repeat pet owners have an average of 4 repeat pet owners. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when you compare sitters in Sunderland.
Rover makes it easy to find Sunderland dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The identity-verified, 5-star sitters who you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away, whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet owners looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialise with their sitter’s pets
There are 437 dog boarding sitters in Sunderland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass an identity verification before offering their pet sitting services.
