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Pet Sitting & Dog Walking in Bristol

🇬🇧Bristol, United Kingdom·Updated 27 April 2026

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Bristol has a strong professional pet-care market. Tailster, Pawshake and Rover operate citywide; the BorrowMyDoggy community is active for casual dog-sharing arrangements. Dog day-cares cluster in Easton, Bedminster and Stokes Croft.

Tailster Bristol

Entire city · Citywide — online booking

UK's leading pet-sitting marketplace, with Bristol-specific verified sitters for dog walks, day care and home boarding. All bookings include £1m liability cover and daily photo updates. Average rates: £15-25/walk, £25-40/day boarding.

🐾 Verified sitters, insurance included🕐 Online 24/7

💡 Filter Bristol sitters by experience with reactive dogs or large breeds — the Stokes Croft and Bedminster sitters tend to be more flexible than the Clifton ones, and slightly cheaper.

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💡 Quick Tips

1.Book Bristol sitters at least 1 week ahead — the city's big events (Balloon Fiesta August, Harbour Festival July) saturate availability.
2.BorrowMyDoggy is a Bristol favourite for casual dog-sharing — register for free, get matched with local dog owners who need walks. Useful if you're visiting and miss your own dog at home.
3.Most Bristol pet-friendly hotels do NOT permit unattended dogs. Use a Tailster sitter for the few hours you visit indoor museums.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does dog walking cost in Bristol?

Typical Tailster/Pawshake rates: £15-25 per 1-hour walk, £25-40/day boarding, £40-60 overnight. Slightly higher in Clifton/Redland; cheaper in Easton/Bedminster.

Are Bristol pet sitters insured?

Yes — Tailster includes £1m public liability + £25k vet emergency cover with every booking. Pawshake and Rover have similar terms. Independent walkers may not — always confirm before booking.

Can I find an English-speaking sitter?

Yes — every Bristol sitter speaks English. Polish-speaking and Spanish-speaking sitters are also common given the local expat communities — filter by language on the platforms.

Pet-Friendly Hotels in Bristol

Our top-rated pet-friendly hotels, handpicked and verified.

Number Thirty Eight Clifton

★★★★ · 9.1/10

€175/night

The Bristol Hotel

★★★★ · 8.8/10

€120/night

Hotel du Vin Bristol

★★★★ · 8.7/10

€135/night

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