How much does dog boarding cost in Nottingham for five nights?
At the Petme midpoint of £33 a night, five nights costs £165. The low end of the band gives £125 (5 x £25) and the high end £200 (5 x £40). Where a sitter lands in that range depends on the size of the dog, how much exercise they need, whether medication is involved and how many other dogs are in the house. Say you are away for a five-night break from the East Midlands. You book a home boarder near Sherwood or Mapperley, and your dog stays with one household instead of a row of kennels. At £33 a night the total is £165. Owners pay a 0% booking fee on Petme, and cashback of £4.95 is credited after the completed booking. On typical platforms a booking fee of about £18.15 would sit on top of the same stay. Browse dog boarding in Nottingham to see real nightly rates by sitter. If you need walks while you are at work rather than overnight care, the Nottingham pet sitter cost guide has those prices.Is home dog boarding cheaper than a kennel in Nottingham?
Not always, and the comparison is rarely like for like. A kennel usually prices a night as a pen and a set number of walks. A home boarder prices a night as a bed in someone's house, with whatever routine suits your dog. For an anxious or older dog the second can be worth a few pounds more. For a dog that is happy in a busy kennel, the first may be enough. The RSPCA's kennel guidance says dogs should have their own kennel unit, with at least one walk a day outside it. Whatever you pick, ask for the total for your exact dates, because extras for medication, a second dog or holiday weeks change the bill. For the wider comparison, pet sitter vs dog boarding sets out the trade-offs.Where in Nottingham do sitters work?
Wherever your sitter lives, from Sherwood and Mapperley to Lenton, Bulwell, Carrington or Sneinton, the walking routes differ. A sitter near Wollaton Park or the Arboretum can use those green spaces for walks, and one near Alexandra Park has a different route again. When you message a sitter, ask where they walk and how long for. If you are flying from East Midlands Airport, agree a collection time that allows for a delayed return.How do I check a Nottingham boarder is licensed?
In England, kennel boarding and home boarding for dogs 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, where five is the highest. Ask any boarder, kennel or home, for their licence and rating before you book. Look at our home boarding licence guide for what the rules mean in practice, and how safe dog boarding is for what else to check.Dog boarding in Nottingham: FAQ
What is the cheapest way to board a dog in Nottingham?
Compare the total for your dates, not the nightly rate alone. On Petme, home boarding in Nottingham starts at £25 a night, so five nights is £125 at the bottom of the band. Extras such as medication or a second dog can change that, so ask each sitter for the full figure.
How much do small dog kennels in Nottingham charge?
Kennels set their own prices and many size them by dog, so ask each one. For comparison, Petme home boarding in Nottingham costs £25 to £40 a night. Each sitter sets their own rate, shown on their profile.
Is there home dog boarding in Nottingham?
Yes. Petme sitters in Nottingham offer home boarding, where your dog stays in their house rather than a kennel. Rates run £25 to £40 a night, and you can message a sitter before booking to ask about their routine, other dogs and walks.
What is the best way to find good kennels in Nottingham?
Visit before you book. PDSA advises seeing the premises in person and checking the licence and star rating, where five stars is the highest. Ask about walks, staffing and what happens if your dog needs a vet.
What happens if my dog needs a vet while boarding?
Ask the boarder for their emergency plan before you leave. The Petme Protection Plan applies to eligible vet costs on Petme bookings, and you should still leave your own vet's details and a number where you can be reached.
