Drop-in Pet Visits in London, England

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Drop-in Visits in London

41
Active sitters
£20
Typical price
per visit
5.00
Average rating
57
Verified reviews
16
Active this week
13
Available this week

Sittsy data in London · June 2026

How quickly London responds

Response and offer times across the Sittsy network.

How fast sitters reply

Median ~5 min · 81% reply within 1 hour

Under 5 min
46%
5–15 min
19%
15–60 min
16%
1–4 hours
9%
4–24 hours
7%
More than 24 hours
4%

When you post a request

~40 min
To the first offer
half of all requests
2.1
Offers per request
on average
52%
Get an offer
from a sitter

Price in London

Indicative price

Final price the owner pays (includes Sittsy Protection)

£20/visit
typical price
from £15to £120
No surprises: the price you see is the price you pay. It includes the service fee and the Sittsy guarantee (24/7 cover and support; not an insurance policy).

Estimate your booking price

Estimate for a typical booking — final price for the owner

visits4 visits
120
£80
£20/visit (typical price) × 4 visits
Depending on the sitter, between £60 and £480

The price depends on the sitter, your pet’s size and the dates. Based on the typical price in London; each sitter sets their own rate. Includes the service fee and the Sittsy guarantee.

Who they accept

% of sitters for this service in London

Cats
26%
Small dogs
26%
Medium dogs
26%
Large dogs
9%
Other pets
21%

Why Sittsy gives you peace of mind

Does your pet get nervous when you're away? Cats get stressed when they leave home: with Sittsy your cat stays in its own territory, with its scents and routine, and you verify every visit.

Verified visits: photo, time and location

On every visit the sitter sends photos in the moment, with their time and GPS location. Photos from another day don't count: you know the visit really happened.

Care schedule and max time alone

You set your pet's routine and how long it can stay alone; the sitter sees it and Sittsy helps make sure it's respected. Designed for pets with separation anxiety.

You see the sitter's other pets

On their profile and calendar you see which other pets they have or host on those days. When you book we tell you if your pet will overlap with others, so you can confirm they're a good fit.

London for dogs, in numbers

The city's green spaces and sitter network, in figures.

48
Dog areas
spaces for dogs (OSM)
41
Active sitters
83
Dog-Friendly Index
out of 100

London's dog map: parks, vets and sitters nearby

48 dog areas and London's veterinary clinics, on the map (OpenStreetMap data). 64% of Sittsy sitters live within 2 km of a dog area. Tap any point for details.

Dog area (with number of sitters within <2 km)Veterinary clinic

Parks: OpenStreetMap. Nearby sitters: Sittsy data. Clinic locations approximate; confirm address and hours on their website.

Weather and caring for your dog in London

A rainy fortnight in London: 10 of 14 days with precipitation. Keep a towel and raincoat handy. Indoor cats notice it less, but it’s worth keeping the house cool and leaving fresh water out during visits. 14-day forecast (Open-Meteo); updated daily.

Toughest day: Wed 26 Aug, 26 °C. Many dogs are stressed by thunder. Walk between showers, avoid the storm hours and set up a quiet corner at home for them.
Sat 22
21°
13°
Ideal
Sun 23
23°
16°
Ideal
Mon 24
21°
15°
Ideal
Tue 25
21°
17°
Drizzle
Wed 26
26°
16°
Storm
Thu 27
24°
18°
Rain
Fri 28
22°
15°
Drizzle
Sat 29
19°
14°
Rain
Sun 30
21°
14°
Drizzle
Mon 31
21°
13°
Ideal
Tue 1
22°
16°
Drizzle
Wed 2
22°
14°
Drizzle
Thu 3
21°
14°
Drizzle
Fri 4
23°
14°
Drizzle

Storm

Many dogs are stressed by thunder. Walk between showers, avoid the storm hours and set up a quiet corner at home for them.

Rain

Shorter walks and a raincoat if your dog tolerates it. Dry paws and coat well on return to avoid colds and fungus.

Drizzle

Showers possible. Make the most of the clear spells to walk and bring a towel to dry them on the way back.

Ideal

A perfect day for dogs: make the most of it with a long walk, play at the park or some socializing.

Air quality and walks in London

Air quality in London for the next few days. European air quality index (Open-Meteo); updated daily.

Sat 22
34
Fair
O₃ 85
Sun 23
38
Fair
O₃ 96
Mon 24
39
Fair
O₃ 97
Tue 25
42
Moderate
O₃ 103
Wed 26
45
Moderate
O₃ 108
Thu 27

What to do these days

Moderate quality: most dogs can walk as usual; brachycephalic, older or breathing-impaired dogs are better off without intense exercise at midday.

Pet care in United Kingdom, city by city

Sittsy network data combined with public sources (OpenStreetMap, Open-Meteo). Updated 2026-06-29.

The most dog-friendly city

London tops the Sittsy Dog-Friendly Index with 83/100.

The most affordable boarding

Manchester has the lowest boarding price, from about £15/night.

The most reviewed by volume

London has the most verified Sittsy reviews in the country.

United Kingdom Dog-Friendly Index

Sittsy Dog-Friendly Index (0–100): combines sitter supply, verified review volume, average rating and the variety of pets accepted across the Sittsy network in each city in the country.

  • 1London· this city
    83
  • 2Derby
    44
  • 3Glasgow
    43
  • 4St Albans
    40
  • 5Manchester
    40
  • 6Guildford
    39
  • 7Solihull
    37
  • 8Leeds
    37
  • 9Barnet
    35
  • 10Godalming
    34
CityIndexBoarding £/nightAccept catsDog areas
London· this city83£2518%
Derby4445%
Glasgow43£2025%
St Albans40
Manchester40£1514%
Guildford39£200%
Solihull37
Leeds37£2033%
Barnet35
Godalming34

What owners value most in London

Words that come up most often in reviews · 57 verified reviews

carereliablecaringrecommendlovesgreatamazinghappyrenatakindtakeswork

Reviews in London

5.00/5
57 verified reviews
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
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    Sam

    Ronnie looked after your dog, Canelo, for 3 days / 2 nights in August and she was absolutely fantastic. Thoughtful and a real pleasure; sending update messages so we didn’t have to worry and could enjoy our time away. In fact, Ronnie was so great I think our dog was sad to see us come home! Woul...

    Review for Ronnie
  • K

    Kirsty

    Ronnie dog-sat and walked my elderly but still energetic Belgian Shepherd for 3 days a week for over 3 years until she passed recently. Ronnie was just brilliant with her: attentive, playing with her and giving her all the ear and tummy rubs she needed. My furry girl just adored her. Due to her age,...

    Review for Ronnie
  • C

    Charlotte

    I have known Ronnie for over 30 years and can honestly say that she is one of the kindest, most trustworthy and reliable people I know. She has a natural way with animals, and they seem to immediately feel comfortable and relaxed around her. Ronnie has looked after my dog, Maggie, on several occasi...

    Review for Ronnie
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    Iryna

    Mariana is amazing with our dog. We trust her completely and always feel comfortable leaving our dog in her care. She loves her so much, always takes her for walks and looks after her really well. She’s reliable, honest, caring and always quick to reply. We couldn’t ask for anyone better! ❤️

    Review for Mariana
  • A

    Adrien

    Capucine took care of our dog Bartholomé for a week – it went very well. She was attentive to his needs, took him for long walks and sent pictures daily. She also came to meet him beforehand which we really appreciated. Will book again 😊

    Review for Capucine
  • A

    antonio

    amazing work. bonus points because my son thought she was really cool because of her haircut super different !!

    Review for Rachel

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Drop-in Visits in London

Compare drop-in visits services and prices in your area.

ServiceSittersPrice Range
👋 Drop-in Visits218£10 – £100
🛏️ Pet Boarding87£20 – £300
🚶 Dog Walking257£5 – £50
🌞 Day Care95£15 – £230
🏠 House Sitting236£10 – £150
🐾 Any Service55£5 – £150

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Frequently asked questions about Drop-in Visits

How do I book a pet sitter?

Simply search for sitters in your area, browse their profiles, read reviews, and send a booking request. You can message sitters directly before booking to ensure they're the right fit.

Are sitters insured?

Yes, all bookings through Sittsy are covered by our Pet Care Protection program, which includes liability insurance and 24/7 support.

What if I need to cancel?

We offer flexible cancellation policies. Review the specific sitter's cancellation policy before booking, and contact support if you need help.

How much does pet sitting cost?

Prices vary by location, service type, and sitter experience. Browse available services above to see current price ranges in your area.

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