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I’m Linda Healey, welcome to PetStay East Lancs & Bury. My two friends are Lex and Zena, who used to be well cared for at Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary but who then found their forever home. Like Lex and Zena, most dogs would prefer to be in a home rather than a kennel. PetStay East Lancs & Bury has handpicked hosts who are home during the day and have secure, fenced gardens.
At PetStay, we understand that leaving your beloved dog while you’re on holiday is a big decision. That’s why we offer a trusted, home-based alternative to kennels, ensuring your dog enjoys a comfortable stay in a loving environment. With one-on-one care and no mixing of dogs from different households, we provide a stress-free experience tailored to your dog’s needs.
Personalised, Home-from-Home Care – Your dog stays in a cozy, caring home, just like their own.
Solo Boarding Only – We never mix dogs from different families, ensuring a calm and relaxed stay.
Tailored Matching Process – We carefully select the perfect carer for your dog’s personality and routine.
Meet & Greet Before Booking – You and your dog get to visit the carer’s home beforehand to ensure a great fit.
Fully Insured & Licensed – Your peace of mind is our priority, with full insurance and licensing in place.
Ongoing Support – Our team is here to help, offering 24/7 support for both owners and carers.
With PetStay, you can enjoy your time away knowing your furry friend is safe, happy, and being cared for like family.
All our carers love dogs and are experienced dog owners who provide the best care for your pet while you’re away. Each carer is personally interviewed by PetStay to ensure they offer a safe, loving, and comfortable home environment for your dog. We are fully licensed, and our carers are covered by our public liability insurance for your peace of mind.
Some of our carers may have a dog of their own. If your pooch is happy to stay with another friendly dog, we’ll arrange a meet-up so they can get acquainted and see if they’re a good match
1. Get in Touch – Call or email your local PetStay branch to discuss your dog’s needs and your preferred dates.
2. Learn About PetStay – We’ll explain how PetStay works and guide you through the next steps.
3. Matching Your Dog – We’ll take all the details about your dog and match them with the most suitable carer available.
4. Meet the Carer – We’ll arrange a meeting for you and your dog to meet the carer and ensure a good fit.
5. Ready to Book – If you’re 100% happy with your carer, you’re all set to proceed with your booking.
6. Confirm Your Booking – Complete our online booking form and pay the arrangement fee within 5 days to confirm your booking.
7. Confirmation – You’ll receive an email confirming your booking details.
8. Stress-Free Booking – You’re all set! No worries, just anticipation for your time away.
9. Drop-Off Time – On your dog’s drop-off day, bring their food, bed, toys, and any other essentials to their carer’s home. At this point, you’ll pay the carer’s allowance directly to the carer.
10. Enjoy Your Holiday – Head off on your trip with complete peace of mind knowing your dog is in great hands.
BB1 TO BB12 & BB18: Blackburn, Darwen, Rossendale, Accrington, Clitheroe, Colne, Nelson, Burnley, Barnoldswick areas
BL0 & BL8 & BL9: Bury area
Our daily rate is made up of two separate payments: the Arrangement Fee and the Carer’s Allowance. Together, these payments cover the full cost of your dog’s stay, ensuring they receive loving care in a safe and happy home.
Prices listed are per day (or part thereof), except for Bank Holidays, when the Carer’s Allowance is doubled — because we believe our wonderful carers deserve extra for their dedication during these special times!
The Arrangement Fee secures your dog’s booking and is due within five days of meeting your chosen carer. For repeat bookings, this fee must be paid within five days of your requested dates being confirmed by PetStay.
This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable, as it covers the service provided by your local PetStay branch in carefully matching your dog with a suitable carer. It also contributes to essential operational costs, including:
The Carer’s Allowance is a separate payment, made directly to your chosen carer when you drop your dog off for their holiday. On Bank Holidays, this allowance is doubled, reflecting the extra commitment and care our carers provide during these times.
Together, the Arrangement Fee and the Carer’s Allowance make up the full daily rate for your dog’s stay.
For more details on Bank Holiday rates or any other inquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Have you ever dreamed of welcoming adorable dogs into your home while enjoying a flexible, home-based role? As a PetStay dog carer, you get to spend quality time with lovable dogs while their owners are away on holiday, enjoy the companionship they bring, and receive a daily allowance – all without the full-time commitment of owning a pet!
As a PetStay carer, you’ll have the joy of looking after dogs while their owners enjoy their holidays, knowing their dog is in safe hands. We carefully match dogs to you, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable experience. Whether you want regular four-legged guests or just occasional visitors, you have complete control.
So, if you love dogs and want to enjoy their company in a way that fits your lifestyle, why not join the PetStay family? It’s the paw-fect role for any dog lover!
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You must be a genuine dog lover, have experience of looking after dogs and you need to be home during the day so you have plenty of time to give to the dogs you are caring for. You must have a secure garden and agree to abide by PetStay guidelines. You are allowed to have a dog of your own as long as your dog gets on with other dogs.
If you meet all the requirements listed above, we will come and visit you at your home. We will check the security of the garden, explain PetStay procedures and show you the guidelines each carer needs to follow. If you are happy with everything and we feel you would make a suitable PetStay carer, we would follow up a reference and arrange public liability insurance for you.
Our service is on a one-to-one basis, so only dogs from the same household will stay with you. You are allowed to take up to three dogs from the same household, BUT you choose what you are happy with. We will ask you how many dogs you would like to look after and what sized dog/s you would be happy to care for.
No, the owner will bring any food or treats for the duration of the stay. Any toys, bedding, medication and leads will also be brought.
Yes each dog MUST have up to date vaccinations, have been wormed and treated for fleas. Proof of the vaccinations will be brought to the meeting and shown to you.
All dogs should be taken out each day for walks. When you have your meeting with the owners all routines, including the number and length of walks, will be discussed. The dog is only ever walked on a lead.
We/you would endeavour to contact the owner or the emergency contact. The owner or the emergency contact would be liable for any expenses incurred in taking the dog to the vet.
You will receive a daily allowance starting from £18 per day.
If you are interested in becoming a carer, please ring us for an informal chat and ask any questions or email us with your details and we will come back to you. You can also use the contact form on the ‘contact us’ tab. If we feel you are suitable we would then arrange to visit you at home.
Dora had a fantastic time with Cath and Denis as usual she was looked after as if she was their own. It makes my holidays enjoyable as I don’t have to worry about her, I get photos and texts letting me know what she’s doing. When I dropped Dora off before I left she was settled in her bed. She loves Cath and Denis
Kind regards for a very happy dog owner
Gillian
We have been using PetStay for quite a number of years now, and would not consider anyone else to look after our fur baby Bailey. Linda is always very helpful and accommodating, even when we have had to change dates at the last minute, as we had to do on our most recent stay in September, due to unforeseen circumstances. Bailey was placed with Irene a few years ago and we could not have asked for anyone better to look after her. Irene is absolutely lovely, and we are convinced she loves Bailey nearly as much as we do. We always feel better going on holiday when leaving her with Irene, as we always have the guilt but knowing Irene is looking after her makes us feel able to go on holiday and relax. Irene sends us lots of pictures and video updates whilst we are away, which we absolutely love. Bailey is always very happy with Irene, and when she comes back she doesn’t even have the sulks lol! We love Irene that much, to ensure we can always have her for our holidays, we always book PetStay before we book our actual holidays 😁 I am not going to lie this is not the cheapest way to board your pet, but the cost doesn’t even come into for us when you are getting home from home quality care for your beloved fur baby.
Michelle
Ernie had the best time staying with Jenny and Mark. I could relax and enjoy my holiday away knowing my precious fur baby was being well cared for and loved. I received daily updates and wonderful photographs of him and would not hesitate to leave him with Jenny and Mark in the future. I can highly recommend PetStay to anyone considering using ‘home’ dog boarders.
Karen
Our dog stayed with Jacqui & Ray again whilst we were on holiday. This is I think at least the sixth time he has stayed with them so it is like a second home for him. He is very excited when we drop him off and Jacqui is brilliant at keeping me updated via WhatsApp on how he is doing. They are so good with him and love him almost as much as we do! It makes leaving him so much easier and gives us absolute peace of mind that he is happy and being looked after so well.
Kathryn
Our 9 month old puppy Brandy stayed with Philippa & Tim for 12 days & we would highly recommend them. She had an overnight stay a few weeks before which went well & so we felt happy leaving her with them whilst we went on holiday. They sent regular photos & videos which we loved getting & we could see how happy she was. We will definitely use PetStay again in the future.
Jackie
First time using PetStay and I would definitely recommend. Linda is very professional and helps finding the right placement match for your dogs needs. A big thank you Linda! Not to mention Claire who looked after our dog, she welcomed our dog to her home and made her very welcome as if she was her own. Followed our own routine and went above and beyond to meet all of our dogs needs. Daily updates and photos were provided. Would highly recommend. Thank you Claire! PetStay is our number one place to go.
Catherine
As always great service with PetStay- host Jeanette was great with our dog Dexter. He had a great time with her!
Jackie
Ernie a Cockapoo and my daughter’s Dalmation, Bailey both had a wonderful time staying with Keith and Anne. We were sent regular updates together with photos and we could relax and enjoy our holidays knowing both dogs were in safe hands and enjoying their stay. Anne and Keith clearly love dogs and we would not hesitate to leave our two fur babies with them again.
Karen
Our 1 year old collie had his second stay with Jenny and Mark and it was clear that he loved them! From the second we arrived, he was pawing at the door to be let in, then he greeted Jenny as though she was his best friend! We had frequent updates with photos and when we collected him, he’d obviously been cared for as though he was a member of the family. We’ll definitely be using PetStay again in the future.
Rebecca
It was the first time we have ever left our 6 year old labradoodle Alfie with anyone! He stayed with Chris and we couldn’t have asked for better. Even though Alfie is big, he is nervous and reactive to other dogs but Chris reassured us that he would be fine .. and he was … lots of walks, attention, chilling on the sofa and feeling at home. We checked in most days and could holiday knowing Alfie was happy and safe! Chris sent us photos of Alfie having his own little ‘holiday’ … We will definitely ask Chris to have Alfie again and can totally recommend PetStay!
Ruthie
Our puppy Darla stayed with Jacqui and Ray for 5 days, I was kept updated throughout by Jacqui with photos and updates. Darla enjoyed her stay and would definitely recommend Jacqui and Ray to any pet owners looking for someone to look after their puppy/dog.
Zoe
Ruby our Cockapoo had a weekend stay with Jackie Friday to Sunday. Jackie was knowledgable and helped Ruby to settle. Jackie followed Ruby’s routines. Ruby received excellent care and had all her needs met. Thank you.
Marie
Woody spent 2 weeks with Jenny and Mark from PetStay and had a wonderful time. Jenny kept us updated with daily photos and videos and was more than happy to maintain the quirky routine we have for Woody. I couldn’t recommend them enough. We have rebooked already!
Paul
Fran has looked after Oreo once again providing excellent care. Oreo has become older, less active and interested in life of recent but Fran has continued to provide a loving home managing his needs. We felt very reassured he was in the best possible hands . Thanks so much Fran x
Sonja
We contacted Linda at PetStay, she was very helpful and found a wonderful home for our dog to stay in whilst we were on holiday. It is the first time we have left our dog and our mind was soon put at ease by the lovely Jan. She welcomed Blaze into her home and regular updates told us he was having a brilliant holiday himself, being spoiled with lots a walks, treats and play time! A big thank you to Jan & Linda, we will definitely be in touch again for our next holiday.
Katherine
First time for Teddy with PetStay and had a wonderful time with David and Nelva. Kept up to date with pictures and updates on the stay each day. Can’t thank them enough x
Tracey
We had our 5 year old Border Terrier, Ollie, looked after by Alison & James for 2 weeks in July. During that time Ollie was looked after brilliantly by Alison & James, we received regular photo and video updates and it was clear from the photo’s and videos that Ollie was totally relaxed and ‘at home’ in their company. During his time there he was taken for a day out to the seaside and to a community centre fun day where he ended up being professionally photographed to appear in a newsletter and on social media. Alison & James 100% recommended – Ollie even sulked when he got home. This positive experience mirrors previous positive experiences using PetStay to look after our boy. Thank you Alison and James and all at PetStay
Dennis
Our 1 year old collie has just had his first stay with Jenny and Mark and we couldn’t be happier with the whole process with PetStay. From our initial enquiry with Linda, to the actual stay, everything was straightforward and put our minds at ease. Vega had a lovely time and was treated as one of the family, plus we were sending daily updates and pictures so we knew he was happy and settled. He clearly loved staying there and we’re now going to be planning future trips around their availability!
Rebecca
Just wanted to say thanks again for matching us with Jan. Ted has had another lovely stay with Jan and we feel so relieved knowing he is so well looked after while we are away. We can tell how settled he is with Jan and he sounds to have had a great little holiday himself with lots of walks and even treated to doggy ice creams! Hopefully he will be able to stay again next time we go away.
Jacqueline
I cannot recommend PetStay enough. My Chihuahua, Tutu went to her first home from home holiday with Jeanette. Jeanette was wonderful and made Tutu’s stay, just, like home. I felt at ease leaving my fur baby knowing she was going to be so cared for. I would hesitate to request Tutu stay with Jeanette again, should I go away Thank you so much!
Gemma
From start to finish we were 100% satisfied. Our little girl Missy is a full blown Cockapoo diva. In the past has stayed in places with a handful of dogs but as she is a fussy eater wanted more of a 1-2-1. Met Fran and went through Missy needs and nothing was to much trouble as had to prepare and send home cooked foods so we knew she would eat. Fran provided multiple updates whilst we were away and we had the reassurance that she was settled. When we picked her up Missy was hesitant to leave at first 😂 but all we can say is that it was the best decision made as kennels aren’t an option. Will definitely be using PetStay and Fran again for our next break away. Thank you so much.
Lynsey
Here are some of our recent home dog boarding guests that have used PetStay East Lancs & Bury, your local home dog boarding service for the Bury and East Lancs area.
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At PetStay Limited, we take your privacy seriously and this privacy statement explains what personal data or information we collect from you and from people who visit our website and how we use it.
If you have any questions regarding this statement and our privacy practices, please contact us by email info@petstay.net or by post at PetStay, 9 Bridge View Office Park, Upper Office, Suite 6, Hull, HU4 7DW. Alternatively, you can telephone us on 07983 418068.
PetStay Ltd is a registered company (08136764) our registered office address is PetStay, 747 Burnley Road, Rossendale, BB4 8BW. For the purposes of data protection PetStay is a data controller (ZA327175).
The personal information we collect may include your name, address, email address, IP address and information regarding what pages you access on this website and when.
We collect data or information about you when you use our website, or when you make an enquiry about home dog boarding, enquire about a job opportunity, if you have registered to be sent an email news update, or when you sign up to become a PetStay franchisee.
We collect your personal data or information to operate our business effectively and provide you with the best home boarding services and franchisee opportunities that PetStay can offer.
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We believe that all these purposes are justified on the basis of our legitimate interests in running and promoting the Petstay as a Franchise, our contractual requirements to deliver the agreed dog boarding services to you, and our legal obligations, both as a business and responsible employer. If you would like to know more, please read below:
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We will retain information about you for the duration of our relationship with you, then 3 years. Prospective customer data is retained for no more than 3 years. We will retain financial records for 6 years, following the end of the current financial year. | Data is stored in the PetStay Booking system which is hosted on secure servers in the EEA. Payment details are stored in PayPal, that uses servers that are hosted outside of the EEA. You can view their privacy policy here. |
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Hull HU4 7DW.
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