Petme . Colchester

Colchester sitters who board dogs at home

Dog boarding in Colchester means your dog stays in a sitter's home, not a kennel. Owners pay a 0% booking fee. Finish a stay and up to £20 goes into your balance for a later booking. Every boarding sitter has passed ID and background checks.

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0% owner fee + cashback

£59better off on Petme

£420
On Petme£407+£13 Cashback
Typical platforms£466+£46 Owner fee · 11-15%

Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at £20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.

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Boarding sitters near Colchester

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Macy

Macy

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

loving pet care

Maldon
From £12
Valerie Francis

Valerie Francis

Availability confirmed today

Usually replies within a few hours

For your peace of mind

Colchester
From £15
Charlotte Pryor

Charlotte Pryor

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hiya my name is Charlotte I’m 24 years old and looking for some work pet sitting/house sitting/dog walking. I’m very reliable and have had a lot of pets and love animals.

Colchester
From £10
Carly

Carly

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

loving care for your fur family

Colchester
From £12
Alexa Mikeska

Alexa Mikeska

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

A Professional Basketball player from America looking to take care and love your pets. Open to any dog/cat sitting and walking jobs, and it will be my pleasure to care for them as I miss my two dogs

Colchester
From £8
Ryan

Ryan

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi im Ryan, i have grown up with dogs my whole life and love nothing more than a good walk! cant wait to meet your doggos!

Colchester
From £10
Deena Greaves

Deena Greaves

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

passion for pets and fitness :)

Colchester
From £15
Emily Marlborough

Emily Marlborough

Availability confirmed today

Usually replies within a few hours

Love all furbabies💗

Clacton-on-Sea
From £25
Julie Claydon

Julie Claydon

Availability confirmed 2d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi I’m Julie & until recently I’ve spent all my working life working with the public in hospitality/ retail. This has made me realise my passion really is with animals, particularly caring for dogs…..

Ipswich
From £12
Alex Wright

Alex Wright

Availability confirmed 2d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I’ve grown up surrounded by dogs and cats, so animals have always been a huge part of my life. From having my own four-legged sidekicks - often behaving more like Dumb & Dumber than well-behaved pet

Woodbridge
From £10
Debbie Gould

Debbie Gould

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

I’m a gardener, married with 2 older children 16 & 18. We r a family of dog lovers 🐾 I enjoy walking and cuddles. I’m friendly, caring, patient but firm when it comes to keeping dogs safe & cared fo

Rochford
From £10
Charleigh Cooper-Smith

Charleigh Cooper-Smith

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I’m a friendly, caring and reliable animal lover who loves keeping pets happy! From fun walks to cuddles, I’ll treat your furry friends like my own. ❤️

Southend-on-Sea
From £10
Lily Perkins

Lily Perkins

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I have always had a passion for working with animals, and I'd love to have the honour of taking care of someone's pets. I have plenty of experience with a range of different animals, as well as lots o

Basildon
From £10
Skye Harper

Skye Harper

Availability confirmed 2d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Personalised care built around your pet, their usual routine, and what keeps them happy and comfortable.

Mendlesham
From £12
Katie

Katie

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

mad about dogs. even the slobbery ones! dog walker based in Shoeburyness and surrounding area. drop in service to check on and feed your pet or offer pet companionship.

Southend-on-Sea
From £8
Lisa Morris

Lisa Morris

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I am a caring and friendly animal lover who adores spending time with cats and dogs. Having always had animals in my life, i can’t help giving them lots of love and attention, and making sure they fee

Southend-on-Sea
From £7
Marie

Marie

Availability confirmed 10d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I have been around animals since being a child. I’m currently taking illustration courses and trying to make extra money. I love animals and always had a good approach towards them. You can leave and

South Cambridgeshire
From £12

Why Colchester owners book here

Dog boarding in Colchester, without the extra costs

No booking fee

The price you see from a Colchester boarding sitter is the price you pay. Petme charges owners 0%.

Each booking pays toward the next

Cashback is credited when a stay is complete, so regular owners keep earning toward their next booking.

Checked before they appear

Colchester boarding sitters are ID-verified and background-checked before owners can book them.

See their work first

Profiles show reviews, photos and the services each boarding sitter offers, so you can compare before you book.

Local

Dog boarding around Colchester

Owners in Colchester and nearby areas such as Lexden, Mile End, Stanway, Wivenhoe or West Mersea use the same search, starting from their own area.

Before you book a stay in Colchester, ask the sitter about their home, other pets and the daily walks. High Woods Country Park is close to the town centre.

LexdenMile EndStanwayWivenhoeWest MerseaHighwoods

What it costs

Typical dog boarding rates in Colchester

Boarding sitters in Colchester usually charge around £24 to £38 a night. Each sitter sets their own rate, shown before you book, and Petme adds a 0% booking fee on top.

When to book

Busy weeks for dog boarding in Colchester

Book dog boarding in Colchester early if you are travelling in the school holidays. Summer holidays in England run from late July to the end of August, and Christmas, Easter and the half-terms are school holidays too.

FAQ

Dog boarding in Colchester: common questions

What do boarding sitters charge in Colchester?
Boarding sitters in Colchester usually charge around £24 to £38 a night. Each sitter sets their own rate and you see it before you book. Petme adds a 0% booking fee, so that rate is the whole price.
When should I book dog boarding in Colchester?
Book early for the school holidays in Colchester, when many owners travel at once. In England the longest break is late July to the end of August. Sitters set their own calendars, so check dates with the boarding sitter when you message them.
How does cashback make my next booking cheaper?
Cashback is credited to your Petme balance once a stay is complete, capped at £20 per booking, and you can use it on a later booking. That is how each completed stay makes the next one cheaper. It is reversed if the booking is cancelled or refunded.
Are boarding sitters in Colchester checked?
Yes. Every boarding sitter on Petme passes ID and background checks before their profile goes live. You can read reviews from past bookings and message the sitter before you book, and the Protection Plan can contribute up to £20,000 toward eligible vet costs.
What does Petme add to the price?
Petme charges owners a 0% booking fee. You pay the price the boarding sitter sets with nothing added at checkout, and you earn cashback on every completed booking toward a later one.
Dog boarding or kennels in Colchester: what is the difference?
Home dog boarding means your dog stays in a Colchester sitter's own home rather than a kennel run. Ask about walks, sleeping arrangements and other pets when you message the sitter, and agree the routine before the stay.
Which parts of Colchester do boarding sitters cover?
Search from your own part of Colchester to see the boarding sitters near you, then message them to check they can reach your street. Owners in Colchester and nearby areas such as Lexden, Mile End and Stanway search the same way.

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