In short: A Petme sitter in Birmingham typically charges £28 to £45 a night for home boarding, so seven nights come to between £196 and £315, or £259 at the midpoint of £37. Kennels set their prices differently, and many near Birmingham do not publish a nightly rate online, so you may have to phone for a quote.
Platform data as of October 2026.
People searching for Birmingham dog kennels are usually deciding between two things: a licensed kennel with runs and staff, or a dog staying in a sitter's home. The prices matter, but so does what a night actually includes. This guide compares both for a week away, using a flight from Birmingham Airport as the example.
Kennel night or home-boarding night: what you get
The RSPCA sets out what it expects from a dog boarding kennel. The right-hand column is a list of things to confirm with a home boarder, because a home is not run to a single standard in the way a kennel block is.| Point | Kennel night (RSPCA expectations) | Home-boarding night (what to confirm) |
|---|---|---|
| Where your dog sleeps | Its own kennel unit, unless you have agreed it can share with a dog from your household | Which room, and whether other dogs are in the house |
| Exercise | At least one walk a day outside the kennel | How many walks, how long, and who does them |
| Company | Staff monitor behaviour and keep a record of the stay | How long your dog is left alone in a day |
| Updates | Ask how the kennel keeps you informed | Ask how often you will get messages and photos |
What kennels near Birmingham publish
Few kennels around Birmingham publish a nightly price on their own websites; when we checked on 13 October 2026, the ones we looked at asked owners to get in touch for a quote. Rather than lean on a marketplace average, phone two or three licensed kennels and ask for the total for your exact dates, including any peak-week supplement. A home boarder who does publish a rate: Paws For Thought in Solihull describes a five star licensed in-home boarding service and says prices start from £35 per night per dog (checked 13 October 2026). That sits inside the Petme Birmingham band and shows the kind of figure a home boarder charges.A worked week: flying from Birmingham Airport
Birmingham Airport is in Solihull, next to the city. Say you fly out for a week. At the midpoint of £37 a night the maths is simple.- 7 nights at £37 comes to £259.
- The low end of the band, £28 a night, makes £196, and the high end, £45, makes £315.
- Owners pay a 0% booking fee on Petme, so £259 is the whole bill.
- Cashback of £7.77 is credited after the completed booking.
- Typical platforms add a booking fee of about £28.49 on the same stay.
See sitters on dog boarding in Birmingham. If you want the broader comparison, pet sitter vs dog boarding sets out the trade-offs, and pet sitter costs in Birmingham covers walks and visits if you need them on top.
How to choose between the two
A kennel suits a dog that is used to a busy site and does well with routine. A home suits a dog that gets anxious around other dogs or noise. Your dog's temperament should decide. Visit first either way. The PDSA advises inspecting the premises in person rather than relying on a website, and bringing your dog's vaccination record on drop-off. Our guide to in-home sitting vs boarding goes through what to weigh up. If you want to check a sitter before a long trip, a single trial night tells you a lot.Licensing for Birmingham boarders
In England, boarding dogs in kennels and providing home boarding as a business are licensable under The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018. The licence comes from the local council and carries a star rating. The PDSA's advice is to look for five stars, the highest, and to ask to see the licence. The RSPCA says licensed boarders in England must meet standards covering trained staff, environment, diet, behaviour monitoring, health and emergency procedures. Petme also has the Protection Plan for eligible vet costs.Birmingham dog kennels and boarding: FAQ
How much are dog kennels in Birmingham?
Kennel prices vary by business and many do not publish a nightly rate online. Home boarding with a Petme sitter typically costs £28 to £45 a night in Birmingham. Phone licensed kennels for a total covering your exact dates.
Is there cheap dog boarding in Birmingham?
The low end of the Petme Birmingham band is £28 a night, which makes £196 for seven nights. Compare the sitter's profile and licence as well as the price, and ask what the rate includes before you book.
What does dog boarding in Birmingham cost for a week?
A week with a Petme sitter costs £196 to £315 in Birmingham, with £259 at the £37 midpoint. Owners pay no booking fee on Petme. Typical platforms add about £28.49 on the same stay.
Are Birmingham dog boarding kennels licensed?
Kennels and home boarders in England need a licence from their local council. Ask to see it, and check the star rating, where five is the highest. The licence is the first thing to confirm, before price or availability.
Is home boarding better than kennels for an anxious dog?
A home can suit a nervous dog, because there may be fewer dogs and less noise, but it depends on the dog and the home. Visit the boarder first, ask where your dog will sleep, and consider a trial night before a long trip.
