Dog Boarding with Families – Not in Kennels

Let your dog enjoy a holiday
with one of our dedicated host families.
An alternative to kennels
  • Only suitable for family friendly pets
  • All vaccinations (including kennel cough), worming and flea treatments must be up to date
  • Bedding, regular food & necessary extras (medication, favourite toys) to be provided by the owner
  • The owner will receive a profile of the most suitable host family in their area
  • The owner will have the opportunity to meet the host family prior to the booking to ensure both parties are happy.
  • Our Host Families have been vetted to ensure they meet Safe Hands Pet Care’s strict criteria
  • The contact details of the host family are realised to the owner once the booking is confirmed with a deposit. We respect and protect both client and owners confidentiality.

Boarding

  • Price per 24 hours

1 Dog

  • €25

2 Dogs

  • €35

  • Deposit required to secure booking with the Host Family
  • Minimum requirement of 2 nights stay
  • Collection and delivery can be arranged by the host family - prices will depend on location

Other Services

Do you need to pay for a service?

Recommended by

  • DSPCA
  • Mollys Pet Boutique
  • Mullarey
  • Breffni House Pets
    Breffni House Pet
  • Sandymount Pet Hospital
    Sandymount Pet Hospital
  • Sineads Dog Spa Stillorgan
    Sineads Dog Bathing
  • Argyle & Bainbridge Veterinary Hospitals
    Dundrum -(01) 2987510
    Stillorgan - (01) 288 8486

What clients said

  • “Heather is special !! I have never seen anybody so good with my dogs. My reticent rescue pets adored her from the word 'go'. Brilliant service, wonderful !! Continued success to you all.” – Miriam Lanigan,

  • “What a great service and knowing Lily was looked after very well. I will be using Safehands again.”– Rachel

  • “Safe Hands are just wonderful and care for my cat in the same way as I do. It is a great service which I would highly recommend to anyone.” – Mary, Rathgar

  • “The 'boys' just love their visit & walks . Lynda is their second mum & just the best. They also love their best friend Sambo & all their others pals on thier walks.” – Mags, Dublin 14