We were away for two weeks, and Charlotte at Wallace pet boarding had our guinea pig for the…read moreduration. It was all arranged really easily, and very reasonable cost. We particularly appreciated Charlotte's flexiblity in having our guinea for an extra night at short notice, when our flight was delayed. Charlotte was a pleasure to deal with and obviously loves the animals that she cares for. Recommended! Gavin, Cardiff.

From the owner: We are an insured and licensed pet business that provides taylor-made holidays for your pets in our…read morehome. Instead of using dog kennels or a cattery while you are away why not give your pets a stress free break in a home environment. All breeds of dog, cats and other small animals are welcome. Places are highly limited so your pets will have our full care and attention during their stay and be treated like family. We update you daily with photos of your pet's adventures on our facebook page! Prices are available on our website.

Website states that there are no pack walks, over 4 dogs, but​freely available images online show…read moreregular larger groups of dogs off the lead.

From the owner: We provide a high standard dog walking and pet sitting service. DBS checked. Fully insured. No pack…read morewalks max 4 for sociable dogs. Lone walks for the less sociable. No marked vans

I love going on holiday abroad, but I always worry about leaving my dog in someone else's care…read more She's way too spoilt to be holed up in kennels for a week, so I always opt for home boarding where she can enjoy home comforts, company, and plenty of fuss. I've tried a few different places since I got her, not because I've been unhappy with any of them but simply because some I've used previously have been fully booked when I've called them again, so I've had to find alternatives. Helen's 'home from home' boarding is properly licensed by Cardiff County Council and owners who leave their dog in her care can receive text or email updates about their pet's stay, if they want. Helen doesn't accept dogs with any aggression, so you don't need to worry about your pooch being bullied during their holiday. And she herself loves dogs, so you know they're going to get plenty of attention. It's not the cheapest place to board your dog, of course - the charges are generally £20 per dog per day - but I think it's worth the cost to have peace of mind that your dog is also enjoying a holiday of its own while you're off sunning yourself! Helen seems to genuinely love dogs and when you go to pick your hound up after your holiday they seem happy and balanced, albeit pleased to see their real pack leader back!

Trustworthy, professional and fun dog boarding in beautiful surroundings. Five stars!read more

From the owner: Folly Field Home Boarding is a unique home from home dog boarding establishment…read more The visiting dogs are able to run free in a large securely fenced garden and field or they can relax in our home. I say we are unique because only the most very special dogs can stay here. Also living here are our own dogs, cats and chickens. Life is always fun and everyone gets on. We are surrounded by beautiful countryside with fantastic walks to go on and lots of things to sniff and see. I walk with you and your dog to help get to know you both and you can do this as often as you like. There is also the change to leave your dog for a couple of hours to see if they like it. When staying your VIP (very important pooch) can send you updates on what they have been doing, so you know they are safe and enjoying themselves. In their busy stay in between walking, playing, sleeping and making new friends the visitors make cards to take home. It all adds to the fun! All you need to now is book a meet and greet and you and your VIP can see how you like it.

Having had a bad experience with a previous pet sitting company, I was keen to find someone who…read morewould do a great job of looking after my pet chinchilla. B was more than happy to look after him, despite never having had any experience with them. I wrote instructions on what he would need, and the first day I took him to stay with her, she told me she had also been doing research. 2 days later, I came to pick him up and his cage was spotless, he was happy, and overall I was so pleased with the service that I keep going back to her. Lovely woman too, always happy to look after him when I need her to :)

From the owner: Welcome to 1 to 1 Petsitting Services…read more We are based in Mid Glamorgan and offer a real alternative to kennels and catteries by caring for dogs, cats and all domestic animals when you are unable to do it yourself. We also offer a dog walking service, cat visits, small animal boarding and much more. Whether you are at work, or going on holiday, we provide a reliable and friendly service, giving you peace of mind that you can be away from home, safe in the knowledge that your pets are receiving the best possible care and more importantly enabling your pets to remain in their own home in a familiar environment avoiding the stress that pets often experience when staying away from home. Stress-free solutions for pets and their owners - we cater for your every need! 1 to 1 provides an individual and bespoke service with the personal touch that comes with years of experience of looking after and being around animals and understanding their needs. We walk and exercise your dog, feed and fuss your cat and other small furries you might have. Our range of services include: Cat sitting & Feeding Dog Walking and/or Day Care Dog Sitting - Home Visits, Home Boarding, House Sitting Puppy Visits Small Animals & Fish Care Pet Taxi

Happydogs Home Boarding is very reasonably priced from around £15 per day (£25 per day for 2 dogs),…read morebut it isn't quite as convenient for Cardiff residents as some other dog boarding options because it's based in Taffs Well. If you have a car, however, it's really not very far outside of the city - just about a 15 minute drive from the centre, when the traffic's good - and they are surrounded by countryside in which they can walk your dog while you're away. What's put me off using this business is the fact that the owner Tracy doesn't board all dogs herself - instead she has built up a small network of experienced dog lovers who are able to take pets into their homes and offer them their usual home comforts. Personally, however, I'd prefer to know exactly who my dog is staying with and get to meet them first, rather than going through an 'agent' who then places my dog in an available home. Also, when you visit the 'Carers' page on the website, the photos look like stock photos rather than pictures of real carers, which doesn't have that personal touch. On the other hand, I do know of two dog owners who have gone through this dog boarding business and their dogs have enjoyed really good breaks, so it definitely seems to deserve a few stars. The carers will happily stick with your dog's normal daily routine as close as possible so there's minimal disruption, and they'll cater for some special needs.

Animaltastic is another dog home boarding service in Cardiff that seems to offer a good, reliable…read moreand fully insured, police checked service - and they're even trained in doggie first aid, apparently! Miriam is clearly a genuine animal lover herself, and you know when you leave your dog with her that it's going to get fussed over and loved, and given a real holiday of its own. She offers a dog sitting service either in your home or in her own, depending on availability - as well as dog walking services, cat feeding visits, and drop-in care of small animals at your own home. Animaltastic are also happy to work with elderly pets or those that need medication, and are used to administering tablets and so on, which is reassuring if your pet has special needs!

From the owner: Holiday and day care for dogs, cats and other family pets no job or animal too small. Professional…read moreDog Grooming service in friendly surroundings also available.

Always a brilliant service from Adele. My dog loves the walks. Also used Adele to check on my cats…read morewhile we were on holiday. Trustworthy and reliable. See you next week.

From the owner: we offer dog walking, home boarding, cat visits in the comfort of their own home and pet…read moretransportation

If you come to Cardiff and need somewhere for your pets to stay; either if you come to visit…read moreCardiff and the place you stay does not allow you to have animals stay with them or you're deciding to move to Cardiff and when you do, you'll perhaps need some where for your animals to stay? Then this is the place to go... It is a neat smaller Boarding Centre and it's quite a way out in Cardiff; situated in the area of Pontprennau, not far from the shopping supermarket known as Asda, St Mellon's Road, and Parkwall Road. The do allow; dogs, cats, and small pets such as; rabbits and caged pets. The building is a very neat little place, and it is very friendly place and they take great care of your pets, to perfect perfection... We take my cat there and he always comes back freshly washed and clean and he looks like he's been fully fed. The prices vary due to the size of your pet and then per day for really reasonable prices I'd say they're all nearly all under a £20. I recommend to all pet owners. If you want to email them contact them on: BoaringCentre@AOL.com

The family behind the Boarding Centre near leafy Lisvane have been in the pet business since 1928,…read moreso your animals are in experienced hands if they stay there. Located in a green area on the edge of the city, the centre has plenty of spacious paddocks for exercising the dogs that are boarding there, and those that are sociable get the chance to play with others. I prefer to leave my dog in home boarding elsewhere, because I don't think she's of a sturdy enough disposition to cope with the noise and stresses of kennels! But if you do leave your dog in kennels, this one at leat has good exercise paddocks and an emphasis on socialising the dogs when it's possible. For cats, the centre's indoor chalet accommodation (!) is positioned well away from the kennels so that the feline boarders aren't deafened by their barking neighbourings throughout their stay. Then for smaller pets such as rabbits, there are hutches also positioned well away from the kennels and they supply the food for you as part of the overall rate - although you can take along treats or specialised food for your pet as well. They can also cater for caged pets such as birds, rats, hamsters and chinchillas.

Waggy Tails is a mobile hairdressers for pets! The Cardiff grooming service caters for the bathing…read moreand clipping needs of small to medium sized dogs in the comfort of their own home in the local area. It is a particularly convenient service for older clients and for those who do not drive. For their working clients, having the opportunity to have their dog groomed in the evening or at the weekend is more convenient than just during the standard office hours where they would need to take time off to make appointments. For puppies, nervous or older dogs being groomed in their own home makes them feel more safe and comfortable than in the strange environment of a grooming parlour. Dogs are brushed, bathed and if required clipped in the comfort of their own home. Waggy Tails bring their towels and equipment with them. They need you to provide a space for them to set up their table close to a power socket and for them to be able to use your sink/shower/bath to bathe your dog.