What we do
Dog home boarding in a real home, not a kennel
Holiday stays in a real family home. Never kennels.
When you're away, your dog stays in one of our carers' homes as a guest of the family, not in a kennel block. No concrete runs, no rows of cages, no industrial routine. Just a comfortable home, a familiar sofa, and someone who treats your dog like their own from arrival to collection.
Whether it's a single sleepover, a weekend, or two weeks while you're abroad, your dog keeps the rhythm they're used to: proper walks, company through the day, and a warm bed at night. It's the closest thing to home when home isn't an option.
The difference a home makes
A boarding kennel houses your dog. A home keeps your dog. That's the whole idea.
Dogs in our care aren't left alone in a pen between feeds. They're part of the household: on walks, underfoot in the kitchen, curled up in the evening. For an anxious dog, an older dog, or one that has never been in kennels, that familiarity is the difference between a stressful stay and a happy one. And because our carers board only a small number of dogs at a time, your dog gets real attention, not a slot in a rota.
What's included
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Licensed, inspected and rated by the local authority for every home we board in
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A genuine home-from-home stay, in a real family setting
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Fully insured, trained and DBS-checked carers
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Twice-daily walks, on or off lead to your instructions
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Regular text, photo and video updates so you can see they're happy
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Pick-up and drop-off available, subject to distance and availability
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Plenty of love, cuddles and playtime
How it works
Simple from start to finish.
Meet and greet
Before anything is booked, you and your dog meet the carer and see the home. It's a chance for your dog to get comfortable and for you to ask anything. No obligation.
Booking
Once you're happy, we agree dates, share your dog's routine, food, medication and vet details, and confirm the stay.
The stay
Your dog settles into the household and keeps their normal rhythm: walks, meals and rest as close to home as possible. You get updates throughout.
Collection
You collect a happy, well-exercised dog, along with anything you sent with them.
What to bring
To help your dog settle, we suggest bringing:
- Their usual food for the length of the stay, to avoid an upset stomach
- Their bed or a familiar blanket
- A favourite toy or two
- Any medication, with clear instructions
- Their lead, harness and anything they wear on walks
- Your vet's details and their vaccination record
Is my dog suitable?
Home boarding suits most dogs, and it's often the kindest option for those who find kennels stressful. To keep every dog in our care safe and comfortable, we ask that boarding dogs are up to date with vaccinations and generally sociable with people and, where relevant, other dogs in the home.
If you're not sure whether it's right for your dog, tell us about them and we'll be honest about whether we're a good fit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Will I meet the carer before I book?
How many dogs will be in the home at once?
What updates will I get while I'm away?
Do you collect and drop off?
Can you give medication?
How is your home boarding licensed?
Other services
There's more we can do.
Dog Day Care
Company, walks and play for the days you can't be there.
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Dog Walking
Solo, group and adventure walks built around your dog.
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Pet Home Visits
We pop in to feed, care for and keep your pets company at home.
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Pet Sitting
Your Pet Nanny moves in, so your pets don't have to move out.
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Ready when you are
Ready to arrange a stay?
Book a free meet and greet and see the home for yourself.