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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.
Happiness guaranteed
Sit back and relax! Your pet is in safe hands with their loving, experienced pet sitter.
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We couldn't have been more pleased with the care Tashia and Mama Yang provided for our dogs, Ember and Enuka, during our holiday. Their attentiveness was outstanding, as evidenced by the constant stream of pictures and videos they sent us. It was clear from these updates that our dogs were not just well cared for, but genuinely happy and content.
Tashia and Mama Yang went above and beyond to keep us connected with our furry family members while we were away. Their dedication to sending regular updates gave us great peace of mind and allowed us to enjoy our vacation without worrying about our pets.
The obvious joy in Ember and Enuka's faces in the photos and videos spoke volumes about the quality of care they received. It was evident that Tashia and Mama Yang treated our dogs with love and respect, ensuring they felt comfortable and at home.
We highly recommend Tashia and Mama Yang to anyone looking for trustworthy, caring, and attentive dog sitters. They turned what could have been a stressful situation into a positive experience for both us and our dogs. We will definitely be using their services again in the future!
Rhonda

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We used Cherie’s pet boarding service last December for our rescue Sheltie, Tuxee, and we couldn’t have been happier with the experience. After exploring many sitters, we immediately knew Tuxee would be in safe hands the moment we walked into Cherie’s place.
Cherie and Lynn both went above and beyond to take care of Tuxee, keeping us updated regularly with videos and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind. They even gave Tuxee a bath and pampered her so much—she truly had the best time with them!
I’m beyond happy with their care and would highly recommend Cherie to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving pet sitter. Tuxee came back to us happy and relaxed, and I know she had a wonderful stay.
Nipuni

Why choose Pawshake for dog boarding?
We've got you and your dog covered
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.
We protect you. And your pets.
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.
Discover Peace of MindHappiness
We include a free Happiness Guarantee in every booking made and paid through Pawshake to make sure you and your pet get the best pet care experience possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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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