Pet Sitters in Oxford — Trusted, In-Home & GPS-Tracked
Oxford pet owners love UrPetPals for in-home sitting that's genuinely stress-free. Our verified sitters look after dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and more across Summertown, Cowley, Headington, Jericho, Iffley and the whole city. Your pet stays at home in their own routine with GPS walks through Oxford's beautiful river meadows and parks.
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 Oxford set their own rates — these are typical ranges.
| Service | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|
| Pop-in visit | 30–45 min | £13 |
| Half-day sit | Up to 4 hours | £30 |
| Full-day sit | Up to 8 hours | £50 |
| Overnight sitMost popular | Evening – morning | £60 |
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 Oxford 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 Oxford postcode.
Verified sitters in Oxford 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.
Port Meadow is over 3,000 years old and has never been ploughed — 300 acres of ancient flood meadow where dogs can run completely free.
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 Oxford typically costs £13 for a pop-in, £30 half-day, £50 full day, and £60 overnight.
We cover Summertown, Cowley, Headington, Jericho, Iffley, Botley, Rose Hill, Marston, Wolvercote and Cutteslowe.
Yes — identity-verified and reviewed by real Oxford pet owners.
Yes. Cat sitting is available in Oxford — a verified sitter visits your home, feeds, plays and sends photos. No cattery needed.
Yes. Overnight sitting in Oxford starts from £60.
Most Oxford owners get a sitter confirmed within a couple of hours.
Love animals? Earn £13–£60 per visit or night caring for pets in their own homes across Oxford. Keep 82% of every booking. Set your own hours. Apply free today.
Become a pet sitter in Oxford →Verified, photo-updated, in-home. Dogs, cats, rabbits and more — your pet stays where they belong.