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Trusted Dog Sitters & Boarding in South East England

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If you're looking for a reliable dog sitter or boarding facility in South East England, you're in the right place. Manor House Dogs lists trusted, vetted dog sitters and boarding providers across Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and the Isle of Wight. Whether you need occasional day sitting, overnight stays, or longer boarding while you're away, browse local providers below and find the right fit for your dog.

Dog Sitters & Boarding by County in the South East

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  • Dog Sitters & Boarding in Kent

  • Dog Sitters & Boarding in Surrey

  • Dog Sitters & Boarding in East Sussex

  • Dog Sitters & Boarding in West Sussex

  • Dog Sitters & Boarding in Hampshire

  • Dog Sitters & Boarding in Berkshire

  • Dog Sitters & Boarding in Oxfordshire

  • Dog Sitters & Boarding in Buckinghamshire

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What to Look for in a Dog Sitter or Boarding Provider in South East England

Whether you're choosing home boarding, a licensed kennel, or a sitter who stays in your own home, it's worth checking a few key things: local authority licensing (a legal requirement for anyone boarding dogs professionally in the UK), how many dogs are cared for at once, daily routine and exercise arrangements, and how nervous or anxious dogs are settled in. Reading recent reviews from other South East dog owners, and visiting in person before booking where possible, are two of the best ways to judge whether a provider is the right fit.

How Much Does Dog Boarding Cost in South East England?

Pricing in the South East tends to sit close to or slightly above the UK average, with busier areas in Surrey and Sussex typically at the higher end. Expect around £20–£35 per night for home boarding, and £15–£30 per day for daytime sitting, depending on the provider and your dog's size and needs. For more detail, see our full UK Dog Boarding Services guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a dog sitter or boarding provider near me in the South East?

Browse the county list above to see vetted providers local to your specific area of South East England.

Are dog boarding providers in the South East licensed?

Anyone offering dog boarding services professionally in the UK is legally required to hold a local authority licence. Always confirm this directly before booking.

What's the difference between home boarding and kennel boarding?

Home boarding means your dog stays in a host's home, often with more one-to-one attention. Kennel boarding is a dedicated facility, which can suit dogs that prefer a more structured routine. Check each listing for which type they offer.

What if I can't find a provider in my exact town?

New providers are added regularly. In the meantime, check our full UK Dog Boarding Services page, or get in touch and we'll try to help.

Active Paws Doggy Daycare and Home Boarding

Dog Sitter

Bowstridge Ln, Chalfont Saint Giles HP8 4RQ

07990 754824

Luxury Doggy daycare and home boarding in Chalfont St. Giles
With over 15 acres of woodland and fields, a dog agility course and a lifetime of experience with dogs, we are more than your average doggy daycare. We also offer luxury home boarding which is available only to regular daycare customers.

Greendale Farm Kennels and Cattery

Dog Sitter

Greendale Farm, Bigmore Ln, High Wycombe HP14 3UP

01494 881521

In October 2018, DEFRA released a new licence for boarding establishments. Greendale Farm Kennels and Cattery has gained a 3 star licence from DEFRA in 2025 after our inspection most recent inspection that will last 2 years.

The Folly Kennels

Dog Sitter

Bridge St, Thornborough, Buckingham MK18 2DZ

01280 469104

Welcome to The Folly Kennels & Grooming! A fun boarding kennels located in Thornborough, Buckinghamshire where all pooches are treated as our own 🐾

📝 License Number: LC201711-621
🐾 License Holder: Deborah Hosein

Blu Collar Boarding

Dog Sitter

10 Sycamore Rd, Oxford OX2 9EJ

07944 687362

Doggy Day Care & overnight Home Boarding based in Botley.
I offer a fun, social and loving home-from-home environment for your dog, along with my Dalmatian Blu with a minimum of 2 walks per day.
Registered with VWHDC with full public liability insurance

Honeybottom Kennels

Dog Sitter

Hanney Rd, Steventon, Abingdon OX13 6AP

01235 831217

Your pet deserves the best! Run by dog lovers for dog lovers, Honeybottom Kennels will take care of your dog while you are away, whether for long or short terms. I have been successfully breeding and showing dogs since the late nineties so you can be sure your pet will be in good hands.

My Waggy Tails

Dog Sitter

3A Lower Rd, Chinnor OX39 4DT

07768 275879

At work late? Away overnight? A weekend break? Off on hols? A lunch-time dog walk? Some dog day care?

We’ve been there too. When you need a helping hand and dog-boarding kennels just aren’t your thing, trust your pet to our safe care. Think of MyWaggyTails as a member of your extended family.

At MyWaggyTails we offer an unrivalled range of dog services. We ensure your cuddly friend will be in the loving hands of a responsible minder, professionally trained and fully insured, so you have peace of mind – belly rubs and playtime guaranteed! When we’re with your pet we promise plenty of fresh air and opportunities to socialise.

At your home, at ours or out and about exploring the world, our comprehensive range of dog services meet most needs.

Personal and pampered. We never forget that waggy tails make for happy owners.

The Dog House

Dog Sitter

Windsor Rd, Windsor SL4 5UG

07493 080065

Pet sitter
🏡 Dog Sitting & Boarding
🦮 Dog Walking
🚘 Drop Off & Collection
💫 Fully Insured
📍 Windsor

FINCH FURRY FRIENDS For smaller dogs

Dog Sitter

Jerrymoor Hill, Finchampstead, Wokingham RG40 4UG

07778 594561

Specialising in smaller dogs
HB069 Licensed 5 years
Daycare & Homeboarding 5*
Dog walking. PL insured
DBS & Pet first aid trained

Ben's Waggy Trails - 5 Star Licensed Dog Boarding

Dog Sitter

23 Brimpton Ln, Brimpton Common, Reading RG7 4RZ

07711 165036

Ben is a dog lover and experienced dog boarder & walker

Pets under Ben’s care are given lots of love and attention

YAP Home Boarding

Dog Sitter

Drift Rd, Bordon GU35 9EA

07916 258353

Specialising in care for small and medium sized anti-allergy dogs (e.g. none shedding/poodle breeds)

Licence holder: Yvonne Roach

Licence number: 7677

Kellys Pet Care - Hampshire

Dog Sitter

7 Daniels Cl, Gosport PO12 3SN

07547 666892

Looking for a professional reliable pet sitter, home dog boarding, or dog walker, who will treat your pet as if they were their own? Look no further - Kelly's Pet Care is your ideal solution :-)

Hampshire Dog Boarding

Dog Sitter

The Kennels Cobra Lodge, Upton Ln, Southampton SO16 0XY

023 8073 6000

Our 3.25 acre dog boarding facilities are purpose built to ensure that every dog has a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Our staff are more than just care takers, we are also qualified behaviourists which means we are better suited to understand how to meet the needs of your dog.
We are happy to board nervous reactive dogs but cannot accept purely aggressive dogs. If you are not sure which category your dog falls into, please email an outline of your dog's behaviour to contact@hampshiredogboarding.com. It may be necessary for you to book a 30 minute 121 session for us to meet and carry out a quick assessment of your dog prior to accepting them for boarding. We cannot accept dogs that are banned under breed specific legislation.

All our staff hold an Advanced Pet First Aid Level 3 qualification.

Tharfield Pet Boarding

Dog Sitter

Main Rd, Chichester PO18 8AX

01243 572246

Tharfield is a small, family run kennels and cattery set in the beautiful village of Fishbourne in West Sussex near Chichester.

​Our aim is to give your pet an enjoyable stay, whilst giving you peace of mind that it will be looked after by people who really do care for your pets wellbeing.

Amberley Boarding Ltd

Dog Sitter

Amberly House, Woodmancote Ln, Hambrook, Chichester PO18 8U

01243 573671

All our kennels have access from their own kennels to a bedchamber and to large individual and secure exercise paddocks to explore.

Keepers Kennels

Dog Sitter

Keepers Cottage, Leechpond Hill, Lower Beeding, Horsham RH13 6NR

01403 891300

At Keepers Kennels we welcome all types of dogs from the very old, to young pups; from Great Danes to Chihuahuas; single dogs and family groups are always welcome.

Benwick Kennels & Cattery

Dog Sitter

17 Maple Rd, Peacehaven BN10 8UT

01273 587809

Benwick is set in an ideal and convenient location just off the South Coast Road, Peacehaven in approx 5 acres of land.
Here at Benwick we "love wet noses"; little ones, big ones, pink ones and brown ones. We care for your little ones as if they were our own and make their stay as enjoyable as we can. We know that it's not always easy leaving your pets in the care of others, but rest assured they are in very capable and caring hands with us. We have a dedicated team to make your pet’s holiday then best we can and of course love, tickles and treats come free!

Leander Kennels

Dog Sitter

Arden Grange, London Rd, Albourne, Hassocks BN6 9BJ

01273 832416

Comfortable, modern dog boarding kennels nestled at the foot of the South Downs. Fully licensed by MSDC with a 5-Star rating.

Benedict Farm Boarding Kennels

Dog Sitter

Northiam, Rye TN31 6JJ

01580 830892

We have been successfully breeding Labrador's since 1990 with the pedigree name, Shollamy. Over the years we have always asked that when the owners take a trip away that the dog cannot accompany them on, that they bring them to us to look after during this period. We decided some time ago to take this to the next step and now have a small Kennels facility where we are currently licensed for 60 dogs, please see the Kennels page for more details.

Our kennels location in beautiful countryside on the Kent and East Sussex boarder makes us the ideal location for dog owners from these areas making dropping off and collecting your dog as easy as possible.

Surrey Star Noses dog boarding

Dog Sitter

20 Woodbridge Rd, Guildford GU1 1ED

07707 084210

*Licenced (LN/202200927) home from home doggy day care, boarding in Elmbridge and other Surrey areas (contact 07707084210)

Burntwood Kennels

Dog Sitter

Plaistow Road, Godalming GU8 4PG

01483 200217

At Every Dog, we understand that your pets are more than just animals—they're family. Our dedicated team is committed to providing a peaceful and happy stay for every dog and cat, ensuring they thrive in our care. We offer an unparalleled experience, treating them as our cherished family members. Our countryside locations provide a peaceful retreat where pets can thrive, while our personalised care ensures every guest feels loved and valued. By fostering a community where pets can make new friends and enjoy their stay, we're setting a new standard in pet resorts. Join the Every Dog Club family today and experience pet care like no other..

Greenacres Boarding Kennels Ltd

Dog Sitter

11 Reigate Rd, Reigate RH2 8QH

07842 919400

Wide range of facilities for dogs
Our kennels are spread over four acres of private land, giving your dogs ample space to walk, run and play. We are a small, family run business that is licensed to keep up to 40 dogs at our facility, and we provide every dog with tailored attention and care. We take the dogs out for a walk three times a day; morning, lunch time and in the early evening.

Two Gates Boarding Kennels

Dog Sitter

Lower Rochester Rd, Higham, Rochester ME3 7HA

01634 721367

Two Gates Boarding Kennels in Rochester have over 18 years' experience in providing quality care for dogs at our excellent facilities.
We have recently renovated our original kennel block and together with the extension offer exceptional standards of boarding and care across all our 25 kennels which means we can provide accommodation for any size or combination of dog even from the same family.

Our investment in the new extension reflects our commitment to providing our clients with the very best for their pets. This is not only a big step for Two Gates Kennels but one for smaller independent kennels which are keen to respond to local authority and government demands by taking dog boarding to the next level.
Each suite has its own heating and can be set to a specific temperature – handy during our unpredictable winters. The toughened glass kennel fronts provide superior protection ensuring that your pets enjoy a peaceful and relaxing stay. There is a section of frosted glass so that if your pet decides it wants a little more privacy they can retire behind it.

All our kennels are heated with an adjoining individual covered run, so your dog will enjoy a safe, warm and secure environment.
All our boarders stay on site, unless you would like your pet walked off premises during a long stay this can be discussed with us at the time of booking.
If you have a larger dog or multiples of dogs our new extension offers deluxe suites so that your dogs can stay together throughout their holiday. We can feed your pets separately if required.

Background music plays during the day which helps to promote a home from home atmosphere.

Luxury dog kennels

Dog Sitter

Hazel St Rd, Sittingbourne ME9 7SB

07383 979378

5 star licensed dog boarding business by Swale borough council
Fully insured.
All staff trained in Pet first aid.
Qualified in Canine care and welfare.
All staffed DBS checked.
Brand new luxury dog kennels located in a beautiful setting.
A place where all dogs can feel at home & safe.
All types of dogs are welcome.
Years of experience.
WE ACCEPT XL BULLYS

Parsley and Pals Dog Boarding and Day Care

Dog Sitter

19 Kent Ave, Maidstone ME15 7HG

07543 248220

Hello, my name is Julie, my husband is Malcolm, over the last 12 years we have been adopted by our 6 dogs, Parsley (westie cross) and his pals Nutmeg, (Border Collie), Coco, (Cockapoo), Bramble, (Scottie Cross), Luca, (Samoyed) and Bolly, (Lakeland Terrier. As you can probably tell, we love dogs with a passion – and after 40 years in Nursing I decided to turn my passion into a profession.

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