Dog boarders in Galway City
Overnight dog boarding in Galway City with a Garda-vetted host family. A real home instead of a kennel — sofa space, a garden and twice-daily walks.
- Typical price
- €35 /night
- Average rating
- 4.98
- Local favourite
- Salthill Promenade
- Vetting
- Garda checked
Available dog boarders in Galway City
Student city with a famously walkable seafront. Every profile below is ID-verified, insured through PawPals and reviewed only by owners who completed a real booking.
Dog boarding prices in Galway City
Guide prices for Galway City and the surrounding County Galway area in 2026. You always see the exact price, including VAT, before you pay.
| Service | Typical price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| 60-minute solo walk | €16–€20 | One-to-one, route shared in the app |
| Small-group walk | €12–€16 | Up to 4 sociable dogs |
| 30-minute drop-in visit | €11–€15 | Feed, toilet break, play, photo update |
| Overnight boarding | €35–€45 | In the sitter's home, twice-daily walks |
Where dogs get walked around Galway City
Salthill Promenade is the local anchor, and these County Galway spots come up again and again with PawPals walkers.
- Salthill Promenade
- Barna Woods
- Silver Strand
- Connemara National Park
dog boarding in Galway City — your questions
How much does a dog walker cost in Galway City?
Most PawPals walkers in County Galway charge around €13–€20 for a 60-minute walk, with small-group walks at the lower end and solo walks for reactive or elderly dogs at the higher end. Overnight boarding averages about €35 a night.
Is boarding better than a kennel in Galway City?
For most dogs, yes. PawPals boarding hosts in Galway City take one family of dogs at a time in their own home, so your dog keeps a normal routine instead of spending the day in a run. Kennels can still suit dogs that need clinical supervision.
Are PawPals sitters in Galway City vetted?
Yes. Every sitter completes ID verification and Garda vetting before their profile goes live, and each booking is covered by our care guarantee. Reviews can only be left by owners who actually completed and paid for a booking.
How quickly can I book in Galway City?
Most owners in Galway City get a confirmed booking within a couple of hours. Send a request to two or three sitters, compare replies, then pay securely through PawPals — the money is only released to the sitter after the service is complete.
Where will my dog be walked in Galway City?
Local favourites include Salthill Promenade, Barna Woods, Silver Strand. Your walker will agree the route with you in advance and share it in the app.
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