PRICE GUIDE · PETS · 2026–2027
Puppy Visits cost in Ireland
€12–€30 per visit. Typically €18.
A puppy visits in Ireland costs €12–€30 per visit, typically around €18. The price is set by visit length, number of visits/day and feeding/toileting.
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HOW MUCH IT COSTS
How much does puppy visits cost in Ireland?
| Low end | €12 | a simple job, off-peak, outside the cities |
|---|---|---|
| Typical | €18 | what most people pay |
| High end | €30 | the biggest jobs, short notice, Dublin |
Locufy guide prices for 2026–2027. Updated 2026. A national range, not a quote — enter your town above for real prices from the dog walkers, sitters, groomers and pet businesses near you.
What moves the price
- Duration of the visit — a longer puppy visit with play and a walk costs more than a quick feed and toilet break.
- Services provided — feeding, toileting, play and training reinforcement each add time to the visit.
- Complexity of care required — a puppy on medication, a special diet or strict toilet training needs more careful attention each visit.
- Distance to your home — the distance is worked out before the puppy visit is quoted.
- Number of visits per day — a young puppy that needs several visits a day costs more than a single midday visit.
- Number of puppies — feeding, cleaning up after and playing with more than a single puppy adds time to every visit.
Pets and related products including veterinary and other services for pets prices in Ireland are up 30% over five years (CSO Consumer Price Index, Pets and related products including veterinary and other services for pets, to 2025 December). Five years ago a typical puppy visits would have cost about €14 — an estimate from today's guide price and that index, not a recorded price. Source: CSO CPM18, CPM12 →
WHAT YOU GET
What a puppy visits visit includes
Takes: Puppy visits usually last between 30 minutes to an hour, depending on your puppy's needs and your preferences..
WHAT PEOPLE BOOK
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How to pay less
- A shorter visit for feeding and a toilet break costs less than a long play visit; say which your puppy needs when you book.
- As your puppy grows and can wait longer between toilet breaks, you can cut back to fewer visits each day.
- Leaving food portions, lead and cleaning things ready by the door saves the carer time on each puppy visit.
- Booking a regular weekly pattern of puppy visits can cost less per visit than arranging them day by day.
- If a neighbour can let the puppy out on some days, you can book puppy visits only for the days nobody is home.
Before you book
- A feeding schedule and any dietary restrictions your puppy may have.
- Access to your home, including any specific areas your puppy should be taken to.
- Toys or activities that your puppy enjoys for playtime.
- Emergency contact information and details of your puppy's vet.
- You can ask whether the puppy carer is insured and has been background checked before they are given access to your home.
Puppy Visits cost: questions people ask
The cost of puppy visits can vary based on factors such as location, duration of the visit, and the services provided. Additional services like training or extended playtime may also increase the price.
Puppy visits usually last between 30 minutes to an hour, depending on your puppy's needs and your preferences. Longer visits can be arranged for additional costs.
Generally, puppy visits can be conducted by pet sitters or dog walkers without specific qualifications. However, if your puppy has special needs or requires medical attention, a qualified pet professional may be necessary.
Many pet service providers offer same-day or emergency puppy visits, but availability can vary. It's advisable to check with your chosen service provider for their policies and any additional fees.
Yes, you can often book multiple services such as puppy visits, dog walking, or pet sitting. Many providers offer package deals that can save you money.
Services like grooming, veterinary care, or training sessions are generally not included in standard puppy visits. It's best to discuss specific needs with your caregiver to ensure they can accommodate them.
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