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Pet Sitting & Dog Walking in Galway

🇮🇪Galway, Ireland·Updated 3 May 2026

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Galway's pet-care market is small but growing — Pawshake operates citywide, and the Irish platform Petsit.ie is the local equivalent. Day-cares cluster in Salthill and Knocknacarra. Rates are similar to Dublin but slightly cheaper.

Pawshake Galway

Entire city · Citywide — online booking

European pet-sitting marketplace with verified Galway sitters for walks, day care and home boarding. All bookings include insurance and daily photo updates. Average rates: €25-35/day boarding, €12-18/walk.

🐾 Verified sitters, insurance included🕐 Online 24/7

💡 Galway sitters in Knocknacarra (5 min by bus) tend to be cheaper and more flexible than those in central Galway. Filter by English speaker (default) or Irish speaker.

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💡 Quick Tips

1.Book Galway sitters at least 1 week ahead during the Galway International Arts Festival (mid-July) and the Galway Races (early August) — the city saturates.
2.Petsit.ie is the local Irish platform — verified sitters with insurance, slightly cheaper than Pawshake. Coverage stronger in Galway than Pawshake.
3.Most Galway pet-friendly hotels do NOT permit unattended dogs. Use a Pawshake or Petsit.ie sitter for the few hours of Cliffs of Moher day trips (most coaches don't allow dogs).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does pet sitting cost in Galway?

Typical Pawshake rates: €25-35/day boarding, €12-18 for a 1h walk. Slightly higher in summer festival season.

Are Galway sitters insured?

Pawshake includes liability + vet emergency cover. Petsit.ie requires sitter insurance verification before booking.

Can I find a sitter for a Cliffs of Moher day trip?

Yes — book a Pawshake sitter for 8-10 hours the day of the trip. Average cost €60-80 for a full day. The dog gets a long walk in Galway parks while you visit the Cliffs.

Pet-Friendly Hotels in Galway

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

Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate

★★★★★ · 9.1/10

€295/night

The Hardiman

★★★★ · 8.9/10

€220/night

The Galmont Hotel & Spa

★★★★ · 8.6/10

€180/night

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