Professional Dog Sitting When You Cannot Be There

Dog sitting is the most flexible option, covering shorter absences, appointments or irregular shifts rather than a fixed full day or an overnight stay. It can be one to one or in a small, calm group, depending on what suits your dog best. Daycare is a structured full day, boarding is overnight, and sitting fills the gaps in between when you just need trusted cover.

Your dog gets attention, play, walks and rest to suit their personality and energy, all from the same insured, first aid trained team they already know. We keep to your dog's routine as closely as we can so the day feels normal and reassuring. Whether they want to potter and snooze or play and explore, we follow their lead.

Yes, we ask that all dogs are up to date with their core vaccinations, and where your dog will mix with others the kennel cough vaccine is needed too. We will check your vaccination record before care begins, so please have it handy. Keeping everyone protected means all the dogs in our care stay healthy and happy.

Yes, we always meet your dog first with a free, no obligation assessment so we understand their character, needs and routine before any sitting begins. It helps us decide whether one to one or small group care suits them best. It is also a relaxed chance for you to ask questions and feel confident leaving your dog with us.

It is one of the best options for nervous and older dogs, because the care can be one to one and gently paced rather than busy and full on. We give them calm company, reassurance and a routine that respects their age and confidence. Many anxious or senior dogs feel far happier with attentive sitting than a crowded environment.

Dog sitting is built around your schedule, so we can cover anything from a couple of hours to irregular shifts and last minute changes where we can. The easiest way to arrange it is to get in touch and tell us what you need, and we will confirm times when you book. The more notice you can give, the easier it is to fit you in.

Bringing your dog's own food keeps to their usual diet and avoids any upset, and a familiar bed, blanket or toy helps them feel settled. If your dog takes any medication, just give us clear instructions and we will follow them exactly. Let us know their routine, likes and dislikes and we will keep everything as normal as possible.

Yes, we are very comfortable giving medication as part of dog sitting, whether that is tablets, drops or other treatments. Please write down the doses and timings clearly and let us know about any conditions we should watch for. Your dog's health and routine are safe in our hands while you are out.

Of course, a quick message or photo while you are out is no trouble at all, so you can relax knowing your dog is happy. We will always let you know if anything comes up that you would want to hear about. Just tell us how much contact you would like and we will keep you posted.

If your dog seems unwell we keep them calm and comfortable and contact you straight away to agree the next step. With your say so we will arrange a vet visit if it is needed, using your own vet where we can. Please leave us a contact number and your vet's details so we can act quickly if we ever need to.

Because sitting is flexible and tailored to your dog, the cost depends on the length and type of care rather than a single fixed price. The fairest approach is to give you a clear quote, so please contact us for current rates. We will confirm everything before we start so you know exactly what to expect.

Yes, we are happy to sit two or more dogs from the same home, and many dogs are calmer and more settled with their housemate alongside them. We will tailor the care and the quote to suit your dogs rather than charging a flat rate. Let us know how many dogs you have and their ages and we will sort the details with you.