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Doggy daycare in the UK

Doggy daycare in the UK. Full day care. No kennel fees. No owner surcharge.

Your dog spends the day at a trusted sitter's home whilst you are at work: walks, play, attention, and company in a comfortable home environment. On Petme, no service fee is added for pet owners and the Protection Plan offers up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs.

Find doggy daycareNo owner fee. Cashback included. £20,000 Protection Plan.

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.

Up to 90%
of every booking kept by the sitter
£20,000
Protection Plan maximum for eligible vet costs
250K+
members on Petme
4.9 / 5
average sitter rating
Cashback vs service fee

What you earn on Petme vs what you would lose elsewhere

Petme owners earn cashback on every completed booking and never pay a service fee. Other UK platforms charge an 11% owner service fee at checkout and give nothing back. The examples below show the typical cashback you could earn on daycare bookings alongside the fee you would pay elsewhere on the same booking size.

Single daycare day
Booking value: £30 / day
+£1.13
Avg. cashback on Petme
−£3.30
Fee on 11% platforms
£4.43better off on Petme
Weekly daycare, 5 days
Booking value: £150 total
+£5.63
Avg. cashback on Petme
−£16.50
Fee on 11% platforms
£22.13better off on Petme
Fortnight, 10 days
Booking value: £300 total
+£11.25
Avg. cashback on Petme
−£33.00
Fee on 11% platforms
£44.25better off on Petme
Monthly, 20 days
Booking value: £600 total
+£22.50
Avg. cashback on Petme
−£66.00
Fee on 11% platforms
£88.50better off on Petme

Cashback amounts shown are typical examples and vary by booking, sitter, and promotion. Comparison fee assumes a typical 11% owner service fee charged by other UK platforms. On Petme, the owner never pays a service fee on top of the sitter’s rate.

What to expect

What doggy daycare on Petme includes

Every doggy daycare booking on Petme means your dog is cared for in a home environment with individual attention throughout the day.

Home environment, not a kennel

Your dog spends the day in a sitter's home rather than a commercial kennel. Small numbers, individual attention, and a comfortable domestic setting.

Walks and play included

Sitters provide walks, play, and stimulation throughout the day as part of their standard daycare service. Your dog is active and engaged, not waiting in a run.

Real-time updates

Message your sitter directly through the Petme app and receive photos and updates throughout the day so you can stay connected whilst you work.

£20,000 Protection Plan

The Protection Plan offers up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs if your dog has an accident or falls ill during daycare, subject to its terms.

Price comparison

Why doggy daycare costs less on Petme

Platforms that charge an owner service fee add 11% or more to the total at checkout. On Petme, you pay only the sitter's rate. On a £30 daycare day, that is over £3 saved per day, every day.

Platforms with a service fee
Service fee to pet owners
11%+ per booking
Surcharge on the sitter's rate
Yes, at checkout
Automatic cashback
Check each platform
Protection Plan
Check each platform
Price transparency
Fees added at checkout
Transparent pricing, no surcharge
Service fee to pet owners
0%
Surcharge on the sitter's rate
Never
Automatic cashback
Yes, on completed bookings
Protection Plan
Up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs
Price transparency
Sitter's rate only
How it works

Book doggy daycare in three steps

Find a sitter, meet and greet, then book. No platform fee at checkout.

Browse daycare sitters near you

Search your city to find verified sitters offering doggy daycare. Filter by availability and read reviews from other dog owners. Every profile shows the daily rate you will actually pay.

Arrange a meet and greet

Message the sitter directly to arrange a meet and greet. Your dog can visit their home before the first daycare day so both are comfortable from day one.

Drop off and go

Drop your dog at the sitter's home. Receive updates and photos throughout the day. Pick up in the evening. No owner fee at checkout.

Available cities

Doggy daycare across UK cities

Verified daycare sitters in cities across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

LondonBirminghamManchesterEdinburghGlasgowLiverpoolBristolLeedsSheffieldNewcastleBelfastNottinghamSouthamptonLeicesterPortsmouthCardiffCoventryBradfordBrightonPlymouthHullWolverhamptonDerbyMilton KeynesStoke-on-TrentSwanseaReadingLutonSunderlandAberdeenOxfordCambridgeBournemouthBoltonNorthamptonBlackpoolPeterboroughSouthend-on-SeaWakefieldWiganWarringtonYorkTelfordHuddersfieldMiddlesbroughIpswichExeterGloucesterDoncasterPrestonDundeeNorwichSwindonNewportCheltenhamSloughBasildonColchester
Common questions

Doggy daycare in the UK. Your questions answered.

What is doggy daycare and how does it work?
Doggy daycare means your dog spends the full day at a verified sitter's home whilst you are at work or away for the day. The sitter provides feeding, walks, play, and companionship. Your dog returns home in the evening. On Petme, you book directly with the sitter at their listed rate, with no platform service fee added for owners.
How much does doggy daycare cost in the UK?
Doggy daycare in the UK typically costs £20-£40 per day on Petme. London rates tend to be at the upper end; rates in northern cities and Scotland are generally at the lower end. On Petme, no service fee is added for the pet owner. The rate on the sitter's profile is the total you pay. See the full UK pet sitting cost guide
Is doggy daycare better than leaving my dog at home alone?
For dogs that become anxious or destructive when left alone, doggy daycare provides stimulation, companionship, and care throughout the day. It is also useful for puppies who cannot yet be left for long periods, and for older dogs that need more regular attention and comfort.
How many dogs does a daycare sitter look after at once?
Petme sitters typically care for a small number of dogs at a time, often one to three. Each sitter's profile indicates whether they accept multiple dogs simultaneously. You can message sitters directly to confirm availability and their current capacity before booking.
What happens if my dog has an accident during doggy daycare?
The Protection Plan offers up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs if your dog has an accident or falls ill during daycare, subject to the Protection Plan terms. There is no separate charge for it. Eligibility rules apply, so read the terms before you book.
Can I set up recurring doggy daycare bookings?
Yes. You can arrange recurring daycare bookings with your preferred sitter through the Petme app. Many sitters offer regular slots for dogs they know well. Discuss your schedule directly with the sitter before confirming a recurring arrangement. Find doggy daycare sitters in your UK city

Find trusted doggy daycare near you

Home environment. Real-time updates. No owner fee, cashback on completed bookings, and Protection Plan up to £20,000.

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