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Dog boarding at the sitter’s home
Overnight dog care for while you are away
Your dog stays overnight at a sitter’s home and enjoys personalised dog care.
Home dog boarding is suitable for dogs of all ages, including puppies.
A more safe and loving alternative to a commercial dog kennel or dog hotel.
How does it work?
Booking dog boarding with Pawshake is easy and safe
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Search for a sitter
free
Choose from a range of experienced, qualified and reliable local sitters nearby.
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Organise a free meet and greet
free
Meet your sitter for free before you make a booking to make sure it's a perfect match.
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Safely confirm your booking
Benefit from in-house customer support and free veterinary coverage for your dog.
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Sit back and relax! Your pet is in safe hands with their loving, experienced pet sitter.
PI couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter for Chomsky.
As a dog owner, it’s always difficult leaving your dog with someone new especially when your dog is naturally shy and takes time to trust strangers. Chomsky has never been comfortable staying with unfamiliar people so I was quite nervous before our trip. Gabriela completely put my mind at ease.
From the moment Chomsky arrived, she was incredibly patient and understanding. She gave him the time and space he needed to settle in and never rushed him. It was lovely to see him gradually become more relaxed and confident over the weekend.
One thing I really appreciated was the regular updates. Gabriela sent me photos, videos and thoughtful messages throughout his stay letting me know how he was doing, what he had been up to and how he was settling in. Seeing Chomsky eating well, enjoying his walks, sleeping comfortably and eventually choosing to stay close to her and her lovely son was so reassuring. It was clear that he felt safe and cared for.
What impressed me most was how much genuine care and attention Gabriela gave him. She took the time to understand his personality and treated him with kindness and patience. By the end of his stay Chomsky looked completely relaxed and happy which is something I honestly didn’t expect from his first stay with a new sitter.
I wouldn’t hesitate to leave Chomsky with Gabriela again and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, caring and genuinely passionate about looking after dogs.
As a dog owner, one of the greatest feelings is knowing your dog feels safe even when you’re not there. Gabriela gave me exactly that peace of mind. Really appreciate for treating Chomsky as if he were your own.
Thank you again, Gabriela, for taking such wonderful care of Chomsky. Knowing he was happy and felt safe while I was away gave me complete peace of mind. I truly appreciate everything you did for him. ❤️🙏❤️
Peter

KWe couldn't be happier with the care our dog received!
From the moment we made contact, communication was fantastic. We received regular photo updates throughout the stay, which gave us complete peace of mind and showed just how much fun our dog was having.
The care and attention provided were exceptional. It was clear our dog was treated like part of the family and was given plenty of love, playtime, and care.
We were also incredibly grateful for the kindness and flexibility shown when we needed to collect our dog later than originally planned. Nothing was too much trouble.
It's not always easy leaving your pet with someone else, but this experience exceeded all expectations. We returned to a happy, relaxed dog who had obviously had a wonderful time. We can highly recommend Christine and David to anyone looking for caring, trustworthy, and accommodating pet sitters. Thank you so much!
Kerryn

Dog boarding at the sitter’s home
Overnight dog care for while you are away
Peace of Mind Guarantee
Free veterinary coverage included with every booking.
The Pawshake Guarantee
We care about the happiness and safety of you and your dog. On the rare occasion that your sitter has to cancel the booking, our dedicated team will work with you to find a new dog boarding sitter.
Experienced local sitters
Find qualified and reliable local dog boarding sitters. Every single sitter’s profile is individually reviewed by our dedicated Trust and Safety team. We only accept 15% of sitter applications.
Contactless payments
Pawshake’s safe and cashless booking process means that sitters only get paid after they complete the booking.
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Peace of mind
Your pet may need protection against unexpected life events. We offer a Peace of Mind Guarantee included in every booking made and paid through Pawshake.
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Your dog boarding questions answered
With home dog boarding, your dog stays overnight at a sitter’s home. Instead of being in a crowded dog kennel or dog hotel, your dog can be in a comfortable home and receive the same quality level of love and care you would provide.
Your dog will be staying at the sitter's home. Be sure to discuss any requirements with your sitter prior to booking. The more your sitter knows about your pet, the better! That way they can really ensure that your pet has the best and most comfortable stay.
Pawshake only accepts sitters who have experience and/or qualifications caring for pets. You will get to search, choose and have a free meet and greet with your sitter prior to making a booking.
Visit the sitter's profile and read about their background, home and experience.Then request a free meet and greet. If you are happy with the sitter’s dog boarding environment and how well they bond with your dog, confirm your booking on Pawshake.
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