home boarding
A Home Away from Home for Your Beloved Dog: Tailored Care, Countryside Walks and Endless Love for Your Dog. Boarding License no. 20911
home boarding in west hendred, oxfordshire
Our home boarding service offers a warm, relaxed alternative to traditional kennels, providing your dog with a true home-from-home experience while you’re away.
Dogs stay with us in our home in West Hendred, near Wantage in Oxfordshire, where they become part of our daily life rather than being confined to kennels. With a large, secure private rear garden, peaceful countryside surroundings, and plenty of love and attention, your dog will enjoy a calm, enriching stay in a safe and familiar environment.
A Home-From-Home Experience
Your dog will live, eat, and sleep in our home with us, enjoying companionship, routine, and comfort throughout their stay. They’ll also have the chance to play and socialise with our friendly Golden Retriever, Chilli, who loves welcoming new canine friends.
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Access to our large, secure private garden for supervised play, exploration, and downtime
Daily countryside walks in the surrounding Oxfordshire landscape, tailored to your dog’s age, ability, and energy levels
Supervised social time with our friendly Golden Retriever, Chilli, encouraging positive interaction and play
A calm, consistent routine to help dogs feel safe and at ease in a new environment
Plenty of affection, reassurance, and one-to-one attention throughout the day
Time indoors to relax in a comfortable home setting, just as they would at home
Mealtimes following your usual routine, with care taken around any dietary requirements
Regular comfort breaks and gentle monitoring to ensure your dog is happy and settled
A peaceful evening wind-down to help your dog relax and settle for the night
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To ensure a happy and stress-free environment for all dogs in our care, we ask that dogs boarding with us:
Are well behaved and toilet trained
Are friendly and comfortable around other dogs
Are able to settle at night without human company, as dogs do not sleep in our bedroom
Unfortunately we cannot accept entire (uncastrated) male dogs
This helps us maintain a calm, safe, and enjoyable experience for every dog staying with us.
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For added convenience, a pick-up and drop-off service can be arranged for an additional fee. Please contact us to discuss availability and pricing.
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Prices
Home boarding – £50 per dog, per night
Second dog from the same household – half price
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To help your dog settle comfortably and feel at home during their stay, we recommend bringing:
Your dog’s usual food and treats – to maintain their normal diet
Bed or blanket – a familiar scent helps them feel secure
Favourite toys – for comfort and playtime
Any medication or supplements – clearly labelled with instructions
Collar/harness and lead – for walks and outings
Rugs or clothing – if used at home
Feeding bowls – if you prefer us to use their own
Any special instructions – routines, habits, or quirks we should know about
This ensures your dog experiences the same comfort, routine, and reassurance they enjoy at home.
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Yes, Katherine received a 4 star license from the local council earlier in 2025. Our boarding license number is 20911. This is the highest star rating you can receive for your first 2 years of boarding. We are licensed to house 3 dogs at one time, including our own dog, so we can accept a maximum of 2 dogs from other households.
SOME OF OUR HAPPY BOARDERS…
