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Somewhere your dog is happy to stay in Basildon
Connect with experienced dog sitters in Pitsea, Laindon, Langdon Hills, and across Basildon. The Protection Plan offers up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs.
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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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Dog care services across Basildon
Overnight Dog Boarding
Your dog stays overnight in a trusted sitter's Basildon home. No kennels, no cages. Genuine Essex comfort from a local dog lover.
Daily Dog Walking
Scheduled walks from Langdon Hills Country Park to Norsey Wood in Billericay and Thames Estuary views. Solo or small group options.
House Sitting
A sitter stays at your Basildon home whilst you travel, keeping your dog comfortable with walks and company.
Drop-in Dog Visits
A sitter pops round for feeding, walks, and companionship. Ideal for dogs who prefer their own space.
Doggy Day Care
Full-day supervision whilst you work. Playtime and socialisation from a dedicated local sitter.
Verified pet sitters in Basildon
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
Lily Perkins
From £10
Availability confirmed today
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
Rachel
From £11
Availability confirmed 8d ago
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Castle Point
Debbie Gould
From £10
Availability confirmed yesterday
I’m 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 for.🩵💖
Rochford
Tia
From £10
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Hi I’m Tia, I love and have owned many animals; dogs, cats, birds, lizards etc I adore all pets furry and scaly! I currently own one cat but if it were up to me the house would be a carbon copy of Bat
Brentwood
Charleigh Cooper-Smith
From £10
Availability confirmed today
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
ellysha x
From £10
Availability confirmed 15d ago
Hi my name is Tia, I’m a 19-year-old pet sitter based in Gravesend–Northfleet with a genuine love for dogs. Having grown up around dogs and regularly walked and cared for family members’ pets, I under
Gravesham
Mariya Valeva
From £12
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Hi, my name is Mariya. I have been around animals for aslong as I can remember. I have 1 dog & 5 cats at home currently. I am currently training to become a dog groomer aswell☺️I would love to look af
Purfleet-on-Thames
Katie
From £8
Availability confirmed 5d ago
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
Holly
From £12
Availability confirmed 15d ago
The best care for your pet 🐾
Gillingham
Ruxandu Roxana
From £8
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Hi! 🐾 I’ll make sure your pets feel safe, happy and well cared for while you’re away. ❤️
Gillingham
Amber
From £15
Availability confirmed 7d ago
pet sitting in chatham/rochester
Chatham
Amreeta
From £10
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Droolers and Runners are invited!
Greater London
Charlotte
From £8
Availability confirmed 12d ago
Trustworthy and caring pet sitter
London Borough of Redbridge
maria
From £5
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Hi, I love pets and would love to take care of your pet!
Greater London
Abbie
From £30
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Your dog’s home away from home🐾🤍
Tonbridge and Malling
Macy
From £12
Availability confirmed 4d ago
loving pet care
Maldon
Mackenzie
From CA$12
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Hi there! if your looking for a friendly animal lover to care for your furry friend, I’m your girl! I have a pretty flexible schedule, and have a super active lifestyle. I would love to have a some co
London
Lucia
From £10
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Safe hands, calm home, happy cats ❤️
Greater London
Elena
From £14
Availability confirmed 12d ago
Dedicated pet sitter offering trust, relief, and security for owners
London
Allison Elwell
From £8
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Happy, Fun and Outgoing!
Greater London
Heather
From £16
Availability confirmed 5d ago
ace pet sitter/dog Walker
Braintree
Laura Woodfine
From £15
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Professional Cat Sitter who loves to take photos you can keep
Greater London
Stephanie Romero
From £20
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Experienced, reliable dog sitter based in Greenwich, offering loving care for dogs of all sizes and temperaments, from playful pups to gentle seniors.
Greater London
Hollie
From £10
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Working around you and your dogs needs 🐶❤️
Greater London
Elena
From £15
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Loving care for your pets while you’re away.
Greater London
Nefer Fuentes
From £12
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Tail wags guaranteed ✨
Greater London
Cristina
From £14
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Hi, I’m Cristina - Spanish heart, London life, dog lover through and through. I miss my pups back at my parents home so I’m looking to care for yours! I’ve got outdoor space, no kids, and plenty of ti
London
bethany
From £10
Availability confirmed 8d ago
i will look after your pet and give them a great time when i look after them
Greater London
Simon D
From £15
Availability confirmed yesterday
Happy Pets, Happy Walks, Happy Home
Greater London
Ella
From £10
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Experienced pet lover with time, care and plenty of walks to give!
Greater London
Soraya Hunter
From £10
Availability confirmed 12d ago
Aussie girl, animal lover with a passion for long walks, cuddles, and exceptional care!
Greater London
Clarice
From $5
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Caring sitter with lots of love to give!
London
Sui
From £11
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Pet lover in London
Greater London
Camila
From £15
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Your pet’s Second Best Friend
London Borough of Southwark
Juliette
From £12
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Juliette, Experienced Petsitter: Love & Tailored Care
London
Peggy
From £15
Availability confirmed 7d ago
caring animal lover
Greater London
Irena
From £25
Availability confirmed 12d ago
Purrfect cat sitter
City of London
Kyla
From £10
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Dog Lover Dog Walking/ Sitting
City of London
Presh
From £10
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Loving, Reliable Pet & House Sitter 🐾
London
Perin
From £10
Availability confirmed today
I’m a caring and responsible animal lover with a real passion for dogs! I have experience looking after dogs and love spending time walking, playing with them and giving them lots of attention. I’m pa
Greater London
Molly
From £10
Availability confirmed 12d ago
Mum to my loving Cockapoo Sadie
Greater London
naya
From £7
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Love and care when you can’t be there.🐾
London
Cemre
From £13
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Patient & Lover Dog Girl
City of London
Jonna
From £20
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Cat lover through and through 😻
Greater London
Kyla
From £12
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Treats them like family — reliable, caring🐾💕
Uttlesford
Allison C.
From £42
Availability confirmed 8d ago
The one and only Dog Whispeter!
London
Hilal
From £12
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Happy dogs & unlimited belly rubs🐾
Greater London
Rachel Koster
From £10
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Lover of pets, excited to meet yours!
City of London
Megan
From £5
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Hi there! I'm Megan, a 20 year old university student in London from Singapore with a lifelong love of dogs. I'm cheerful, reliable and patient, always up for a long walk, and I'd love to look after y
City of London
Ellie
From £15
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Experienced, caring pet sitter providing trusted, personalised care for anxious, reactive and special-needs pets.
Greater London
Joe McGivney
From £15
Availability confirmed 11d ago
professional and experienced dog handler/trainer
Greater London
Nataly
From £10
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Keeping your little one safe, active and loved 😼🤝
Greater London
Charlotte Pryor
From £10
Availability confirmed 12d ago
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
Nadine
From £12
Availability confirmed 5d ago
gentle friendly dog walker and pet sitter!
London Borough of Camden
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David Jones
From £12
Availability confirmed 11d ago
London Borough of Croydon
Lydia
From £40
Availability confirmed 9d ago
I am working in London and very much miss living with my family dogs! I work from home three days a week and would love to look after some dogs as I love them!
Greater London
Teresa
From €10
Availability confirmed 14d ago
Hi, I’m Teresa! I’m originally from Spain and fluent in four languages. I’m currently studying at LSE and am a responsible, organised, and reliable person. I’ve always loved animals, especially dogs,
City of London
Lisa
From £25
Availability confirmed 11d ago
This is what 100% peace of mind looks like!
Greater London
Bridget Baker
From £15
Availability confirmed 7d ago
I really really love dogs
City of Westminster
Molly Traves
From £10
Availability confirmed 4d ago
6 Years of Trusted Dog Walking
Greater London
Sewin Akyol
From £14
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Cuddles and care
Greater London
Emma
From £10
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Hi! My name is Emma. I’m a Swedish 19 year old who is looking for pets who need a loving and caring friend when their parents are away travelling.
London
Ryan
From £10
Availability confirmed 3d ago
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
Camilla Callioni
From £15
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Personalised care, happy dogs, happy owners
City of Westminster
Iris
From £10
Availability confirmed yesterday
Loving care when you cannot be there
Greater London
Theresa Foessel
From £10
Availability confirmed 2d ago
Just moved here from Canada, looking to build trust & a good community in London! I'm an animal lover with lots of free time and a flexible calendar.
Greater London
Judit
From £30
Availability confirmed 14d ago
Your Pets in Safe Hands | Flexible, Caring & Reliable
London
Lisa
From £32
Availability confirmed 5d ago
This is what total peace of mind looks like. 🥰 🐾 🧘♂️ 🏆 Meet Lisa the Pet Vet Sitter, offering professional care, elite pampering, and medical expertise.
City of Westminster
jools
From £10
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Playbased recall, obedience, leash, training
London
Alexa Mikeska
From £8
Availability confirmed yesterday
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
Carla Stoica
From £9
Availability confirmed 4d ago
0 hour contract farm part timer with plenty of time to care for your lovely pets! I love to surround myself with animals and will create a personal mini movie for free when I look after your pet/s!!
Greater London
Medina
From £10
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Animal lover here i love looking after dogs and cats, going on walks, playtime, and making sure your pets feel loved while you’re away. I’m also a dog mum who’s responsible, patient and has lots of lo
Greater London
Nathalie
From £15
Availability confirmed today
Hello furry friends
Greater London
Marie Hasdenteufel
From £20
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Loving & Experienced Pet Sitter Near Hyde Park
London
Micole
From £5
Availability confirmed 12d ago
Master’s student at Imperial with a lifelong love for dogs, offering reliable, caring, and fun pet care while you’re away.
City of Westminster
Hemilly
From £15
Availability confirmed 10d ago
where every walk is fun, every playtime matters, and every pet feels loved.
Greater London
Santina
From £10
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Lifelong animal lover 🐾 Experienced with dogs, cats, birds & small pets. I treat every pet like my own, providing loving, reliable care, plenty of attention, walks, playtime and cuddles
Greater London
Sofia Pennestri
From £9
Availability confirmed today
Caring for every dog like they’re part of the family🐾🐶
Greater London
Kyrie
From £13
Availability confirmed 12d ago
I’m a dog lover that’s always willing to give your dog their daily dose of adventure. Whether they’re energetic or enjoy slow strolls I’d love to be your pups new best friend for the day !
London
Sydney
From £12
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Hi, my name is Sydney! I love animals and I am excited to get to know your pets:)
Greater London
Yuna Barbara Yakovleff
From £10
Availability confirmed 2d ago
Experienced animal lover ready to give your pets the best care🐶🐱🐾I treat every pet like my own❤️
Greater London
Grace Ryan
From €15
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Responsible Caring Petsitter
Greater London
Daisy
From £8
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Safe, gentle care for your furry friends.
Greater London
Top dog parks in Basildon
Where Basildon dogs run, play, and socialise
Langdon Hills Country Park
Over 400 acres of ancient woodland, grassland, and panoramic views across the Thames Estuary. One of the highest points in Essex, with excellent off-lead walking.
- 400+ acres
- Estuary views
- Ancient woodland
Norsey Wood, Billericay
A Site of Special Scientific Interest with ancient coppiced woodland, bluebell glades, and natural trails. Dogs welcome throughout the wood.
- Ancient coppice
- Bluebells
- Natural trails
Gloucester Park
Basildon's town park with a large lake, open grassland, and a relaxed atmosphere for daily dog walks in the centre of town.
- Town lake
- Open grassland
- Central location
Wat Tyler Country Park
A country park on the Thames Estuary at Pitsea with marshland trails, open views, and waterside walking for estuary-loving dogs.
- Estuary marshland
- Waterside paths
- Open views
Caring for your dog in Basildon
Basildon-specific tips every dog owner should know
Estuary marshland safety
Wat Tyler marshes and estuary areas can have soft, wet ground. Keep your dog on marked paths and away from deep creek edges.
Essex summer heat
Basildon can get hot in summer. Opt for early morning walks in Langdon Hills woodland where tree cover keeps things cool.
Ancient woodland care
Norsey Wood has uneven terrain and old coppice stools. Watch for trip hazards and rabbit holes during off-lead exploration.
Hills community
Langdon Hills has an active dog-walking community with regular morning walkers. A great way to socialise your dog.
Why Basildon dog owners choose Petme
Essex Dog Care
Real profiles, real reviews, real Basildon dog lovers.
No kennels, ever
Your dog stays in a real home with a real person. We believe dogs deserve comfort, familiar routines, and one-on-one attention - not concrete floors and barking echoes.
Home-based care only
£20,000 Protection Plan
The Petme Protection Plan offers up to $22,000 for eligible vet costs if something unexpected happens during a stay or walk, subject to its terms.
Peace of mind, built in
Meet before you book
Arrange a meet-and-greet through chat so your dog can get comfortable with their sitter before the booking is confirmed. Chemistry matters - for dogs and their owners.
The sniff test
Common questions about dog sitting in Basildon
Everything you need to know before booking a dog sitter
How much does dog boarding cost in Basildon?
Dog boarding in Basildon typically ranges from £20 to £40 per night. The Protection Plan offers up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs.
Where can I walk my dog off-lead in Basildon?
Langdon Hills Country Park and Norsey Wood have off-lead areas. Your Petme sitter can recommend the best local spots.
Are dog sitters on Petme ID-verified?
Yes. Petme sitters complete identity verification before taking bookings. For eligible vet costs, the Petme Protection Plan offers up to £20,000, subject to the Protection Plan terms.
Does Petme cover Wickford and Billericay?
Yes. Petme covers all of Basildon including Pitsea, Laindon, Wickford, Billericay, and surrounding Essex areas.
How do I know if a dog sitter in Basildon is trustworthy?
Every dog sitter on Petme completes identity verification before their profile goes live. Most sitters also have reviews written by dog owners in Basildon who have used their services. You can browse each sitter's full profile, view their photos with dogs, check their listed breed experience, and read every review before getting in touch. You are never obligated to book - messaging a sitter is always free.
Does the Petme Protection Plan apply to dog sitting bookings in Basildon?
Yes, for eligible vet costs. For bookings made through Petme, whether overnight boarding, a dog walk, or a drop-in visit, the Petme Protection Plan may contribute up to £20,000 if your dog is injured or becomes ill during a stay or walk, subject to the Protection Plan terms. No separate purchase is required. Eligibility rules apply, so read the terms before you book.
Can I meet a dog sitter in Basildon before committing to a booking?
Yes. You can message a sitter in chat and arrange a meet-and-greet before you book. You and your dog get to meet the sitter in person before you confirm anything, and you only go ahead when you are both comfortable. Meeting a sitter first is the best way to check the match.
Dog sitting in Basildon
Basildon is an Essex town with some of the finest countryside in south Essex, from the hilltop views of Langdon Hills to the ancient woodland of Norsey Wood and the Thames Estuary marshes at Pitsea.
Petme connects Basildon dog owners with local sitters who offer boarding, walks, daycare, and drop-in visits with zero booking fees.
Whether your dog needs hilltop adventures at Langdon Hills, woodland walks at Norsey Wood, or boarding in a Laindon home, there is a dog lover on Petme ready to help.
Sitters experienced with active breeds
Coverage across Basildon and Essex
Same-day booking available
Average sitter rating: 4.9 out of 5
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Dog Walking
£10 – £20/walk
Drop-In Visit
£10 – £18/visit
Boarding
£25 – £55/night
House Sitting
£35 – £65/night
Day Care
£20 – £40/day
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