Pet Boarding: A Cost-Effective Alternative to Kennels and Catteries

    • Pet Boarding

  • Our pet boarding services are a great alternative to kennels and catteries and are a home away from home for your pets.

    • Unfortunately, many pets find kennels and catteries extremely stressful. Often they’re left in cages for long periods of time and they miss the love and cuddles they’re used to at home. Why not try our VIP Pet Boarding services!

      Our pet boarding services offer a relaxed, cost effective alternative to kennels and catteries.

      Your pet will live in the home of an experienced and professional Very Important Pets’ pet sitter who will provide love and care for your pet and treat them as if they were one of their own.

      Your pet’s stay will be fun, exciting and, most importantly, your pet will be in a safe and happy environment.

      We’ll find the most suitable pet sitter based on your pet’s needs and arrange a time for you to meet them.

      Furthermore you can talk to your pet sitter about your pet’s normal daily routine such as feeding, medication and playtime, and whether you’re happy or not for your pet to board with other pets, Children etc.

      After you’ve talked to our pet sitter you can decide whether you want to go ahead with the booking.

      Rest assured your pet will receive the very best care and attention possible whilst living with your pet sitter.

      OUR PET BOARDING SERVICES INCLUDE:
      • Dog boarding
      • Small mammal boarding (caged pets)
      • Parrot and bird boarding
      • Cat boarding

      🐾 Trial Night Dog Boarding – £50

      Our Trial Night Stay is a great way for your dog to experience staying overnight in one of our carefully selected pet sitter’s homes before their main boarding booking.

      £50 per night, including:

      • 🐶 Evening 20-minute walk
      • 🐶 Morning 20-minute walk before collection
      • 🏡 An overnight stay in a VIPs pet sitter’s home

      Drop-off: 4pm onwards
      Collection: By 11am the following morning

      The trial night allows us to see how your dog settles into the home environment overnight and helps ensure they are comfortable and happy before their longer stay.

      Please note: We recommend that owners remain reasonably close by during the trial night, just in case your dog needs to be collected unexpectedly.

      Trial Night Stays are subject to availability and are offered at our reduced introductory rate of £50.

      We also offer Live in Pet Sitting services, where a pet sitter would live in your home.

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    • By S. Barry

      Date March 2022

      5 Stars
    • Bea was absolutely fantastic, a wonderful lady, and our dogs took to her straight away. She took very great care of our dogs, and also of me as I was going for a medical procedure and was home alone, she ensured I was on before leaving. We would be delighted to have Bea take care of our dogs again. Many thanks, as we edge close to our 10 years with VIP, I want to thank you for your continued great service.

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    • By J. Pyshorn

      Date October 2018

      5 Stars
    • Christina is a delight and Hector always looks so happy – we are so happy with the arrangement. Thank you

    • By E. Jones

      Date April 2019

      5 Stars
    • We have never been away feeling so relaxed and confident our dog was in good hands. Mark and his family were so welcoming and reassuring. We had regular updates on Sunday’s adventures and she was returned absolutely exhausted from all the fun. Couldn’t recommend Mark more highly.

    • By Lee Danks MRCVS, Paws Inc. Veterinary Clinics

      Date January 2019

      5 Stars
    • VIPs has been operating in our neighbourhood for a number of years. Having been recommended to countless numbers of clients, never have I heard a bad word against them. The staff are ever-professional (having been recruited even from our own flock!), the services they offer are all encompassing and they really have an ‘animal sense’ about them; meaning pets are at home under their care.

    • By A. Dwyer

      Date May 2021

      5 Stars
    • I loved the “report card” from my sitter on my cats!I remain very pleased with the service from VIPs. It gives me peace of mind when I am away. Thank you!

    • By S. Kamath

      Date September 2018

      5 Stars
    • Kieran is extremely professional and cares about making sure my cat is happy and safe. I have had Kieran take care of my cat several times, and now I trust him to the extent that I am willing to plan my travel around his availability!

    • By F.DUPPENBECKER

      Date October 2021

      5 Stars
    • I couldn’t have felt more reassured and at ease leaving my miniature dachshund with Lucy and her little boy, Rafe, for my first holiday without him! I was having trouble finding anywhere to board my dog as he’s not yet neutered and doesn’t always get along with other dogs so coming across VIPs finally gave me a solution as they offer individual dog boarding with experienced pet sitters. We were matched with Lucy whose home & lifestyle was absolutely perfect for my dog. She kept me updated whilst I was away and he clearly felt right at home as he was in no rush to come with me when I arrived to pick him up! We had a great first experience with Lucy & VIPs and have already booked in for next time we go away!

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    • By C.Andrada

      Date January 2022

      5 Stars
    • Carol is an amazing sitter, very committed with her work and she’s is really fond of dogs. She was sending me updates, photos and videos, and at the same time answering my questions almost immediately.
      I really recommend her.

    • By Lesley Holt VN Practice Manager, Kydd & Kydd Veterinary Health Centre

      Date December 2018

      5 Stars
    • Kydd and Kydd Veterinary Health Centre has had a long association with VIPs who are a reliable and responsible organisation. We are happy to recommend their services to our clients as we feel confident that they will take the best care of the pets in their charge.

    • By J. Kasetaite

      Date May 2020

      5 Stars
    • Tracey was great! We felt at ease leaving out kitten with her. She came prepared when visited us first and even brought a string to play and connect with your pet. She sent regular updates on the time that we agreed. We had bad experience with the cat sitters from other services, but this time we were 100% satisfied