Pet Sitters in Derby — In-Home, Verified & GPS-Tracked
Derby pet owners trust UrPetPals for in-home sitting that works. Our verified sitters look after dogs, cats, rabbits and more across Allestree, Mickleover, Chaddesden, Littleover and the whole of Derby. Your pet stays in their own home while you're away with GPS walks, photo updates, and a sitter who genuinely cares.
Not just dogs. Not just cats. Proper in-home care for every pet.
GPS walks + photo updates every visit
Home visits while you're away, litter + photos
Feeding, cleaning, enrichment + check-ins
Feeding, cleaning, handling + socialisation
Guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, rats & more
Specialist sitters for lizards, snakes & more
Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. Sitters in Derby set their own rates — these are typical ranges.
| Service | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|
| Pop-in visit | 30–45 min | £11 |
| Half-day sit | Up to 4 hours | £25 |
| Full-day sit | Up to 8 hours | £42 |
| Overnight sitMost popular | Evening – morning | £48 |
Dog visits include GPS-tracked walks + photo updates. Overnight includes evening and morning care.
Your pet's home is their territory. Moving them causes stress. It doesn't have to.
Your pet stays in their own home — own bed, own smell, own routine. The sitter comes to them, not the other way around.
Photo updates every visit, GPS-tracked walks for dogs. You can see exactly what's happening in real time.
Every UrPetPals sitter in Derby is identity-verified. Read real reviews from real owners before booking.
Pets with anxiety cope far better in their own environment. Catteries and kennels are stressful — home sitting isn't.
Need medication given during visits? Our sitters handle it — you specify the instructions at booking.
287 verified reviews from UK pet owners. The rating comes from real bookings — not a marketing claim.
The honest comparison. No spin.
| What you want | UrPetPals | Kennels / Cattery | Home boarding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pet stays in own home | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Own bed & routine kept | ✓ | ✗ | Partial |
| All pet types | ✓ | Dogs & cats | Usually dogs only |
| Photo updates | ✓ | Rare | Varies |
| GPS walks (dogs) | ✓ | Varies | Varies |
| Verified & reviewed | ✓ | Regulated | Varies |
| No contact with other animals | ✓ | ✗ | Varies |
| Medication handled | ✓ | Sometimes | Sometimes |
| Ideal for anxious pets | ✓ | ✗ | Partial |
| Available same-day | Often | Rarely | Rarely |
Tell us your pet type, needs, dates, and your Derby postcode.
Verified sitters in Derby respond with prices and availability.
Meet your chosen sitter before committing — no obligation, no fee.
Photo updates keep you in the loop throughout every single visit.
Markeaton Park is Derby's most popular green space — 80 acres with a lake, woodland and wide-open dog-friendly meadows in the heart of the city.
Verified reviews from real bookings
“I was nervous about leaving my cats but the sitter was brilliant — photos every visit, litter always clean, and both cats were completely chilled when I got home. This is the only way to go.”
Sarah M.
2 cats
“My elderly dog needs medication and a slow walk — the sitter handled everything perfectly. GPS updates, photos, and she clearly actually loves animals. Couldn't recommend more.”
James T.
Labrador, 12
“So much better than a kennel. My dog stays at home in her routine, gets proper walks, and I get photos throughout the day. She's not stressed when I get back — that says everything.”
Rachel K.
Border Collie, 4
Pet sitting in Derby typically costs £11 for a pop-in, £25 half-day, £42 full day, and £48 overnight.
We cover Allestree, Mickleover, Chaddesden, Littleover, Spondon, Normanton, Chellaston, Alvaston, Mackworth and Oakwood.
Yes — identity-verified and reviewed by real Derby pet owners.
Yes. Our sitters care for cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds and more. Specify your pet when posting.
Yes. Overnight sitting in Derby starts from £48.
Most Derby owners get a sitter confirmed within a few hours.
Love animals? Earn £11–£48 per visit or night caring for pets in their own homes across Derby. Keep 82% of every booking. Set your own hours. Apply free today.
Become a pet sitter in Derby →Verified, photo-updated, in-home. Dogs, cats, rabbits and more — your pet stays where they belong.