Pet Sitters in Reading — Verified, In-Home & Reliable
Reading pet owners trust UrPetPals for in-home sitting that works. Our verified sitters look after dogs, cats, rabbits and more across Caversham, Tilehurst, Earley, Whitley and the whole of Reading. Your pet stays at home in their own routine with GPS walks along the Thames Path and through Reading's 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 Reading 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 | £58 |
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 Reading 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 Reading postcode.
Verified sitters in Reading 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.
Dinton Pastures Country Park is one of the Thames Valley's finest country parks — 340 acres of lakes, river and meadow walks right on Reading's edge.
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 Reading typically costs £13 for a pop-in, £30 half-day, £50 full day, and £58 overnight.
We cover Caversham, Tilehurst, Earley, Whitley, Norcot, Southcote, Woodley, Thames Side, Katesgrove and Battle.
Yes — identity-verified and reviewed by real local owners.
Yes. Cat sitting is available in Reading — a sitter visits your home, feeds, plays and sends photos.
Yes. Overnight sitting in Reading starts from £58.
Most Reading owners get a sitter confirmed within a few hours.
Love animals? Earn £13–£58 per visit or night caring for pets in their own homes across Reading. Keep 82% of every booking. Set your own hours. Apply free today.
Become a pet sitter in Reading →Verified, photo-updated, in-home. Dogs, cats, rabbits and more — your pet stays where they belong.