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Pet-Sitting & Dog Care in Florence

🇮🇹Florence, Italy·Updated 18 April 2026

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Florence has a good network of pet-sitters and dog-walkers, primarily accessible through Rover.com. The city's compact size means most sitters can reach central hotels quickly. Book in advance for museum days (Uffizi, Accademia) when you will need someone to watch your dog. Summer demand (June–September) is high.

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Rover.com — Florence

All Florence neighbourhoods · Online platform — sitters throughout Florence

Rover.com is the most reliable platform for finding vetted pet-sitters and dog-walkers in Florence. The platform lists sitters across all central neighbourhoods, with verified reviews and pet insurance included. Particularly useful for Uffizi and Accademia visit days when dogs cannot enter.

🐾 Verified sitters, background checks, pet insurance included🕐 Book online. Sitters available 7 days

💡 Book Rover sitters at least 5 days in advance for Uffizi or Accademia days.

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💡 Quick Tips

1.Florence is so compact that a dog-walker can cover your hotel from anywhere in the centre within 10 minutes.
2.Ask your hotel for recommendations. Many Florentine hotels have established contacts with local dog-walkers and pensioni per cani.
3.For multi-day museum itineraries, consider a full-day doggy daycare placement — more relaxing for your dog than multiple short handovers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I leave my dog while visiting the Uffizi in Florence?

Book a pet-sitter or dog-walker through Rover.com in advance. Many Florence hotels that accept dogs also have concierge connections to local dog-walkers. There is no official pet-minding service at the Uffizi entrance.

Are there dog boarding kennels in Florence?

Yes. Several pensioni per cani (dog boarding facilities) operate in the Florence area. Ask your hotel for recommendations or search online for 'pensione per cani Firenze'.

Can I take my dog to Florence on a day trip and manage without a pet-sitter?

Yes — if you skip indoor museums. Florence's outdoor spaces (Piazzale Michelangelo, Lungarni, Oltrarno, Parco delle Cascine) provide a full and rewarding day without entering any museum. You only need a pet-sitter if museum visits are on the agenda.

Pet-Friendly Hotels in Florence

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

Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection

★★★★ · 9.8/10

€215/night

Hotel La Gemma

★★★★★ · 9.6/10

€350/night

Il Salviatino Firenze

★★★★★ · 9.5/10

€360/night

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💡 Quick Tips

1.Florence is so compact that a dog-walker can cover your hotel from anywhere in the centre within 10 minutes.

2.Ask your hotel for recommendations. Many Florentine hotels have established contacts with local dog-walkers and pensioni per cani.

3.For multi-day museum itineraries, consider a full-day doggy daycare placement — more relaxing for your dog than multiple short handovers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I leave my dog while visiting the Uffizi in Florence?

Are there dog boarding kennels in Florence?

Yes. Several pensioni per cani (dog boarding facilities) operate in the Florence area. Ask your hotel for recommendations or search online for 'pensione per cani Firenze'.

Can I take my dog to Florence on a day trip and manage without a pet-sitter?