Accommodation
Our kennel block is a large, vaulted indoor space with powerful ventilation bringing fresh air in and through the facility, which means our guests are kept fresh, warm and dry, even in the depths of winter.
Each dog has their own individual kennel comprised of a heated sleeping area and a run, which they have to access all day long. Each kennel also has a double glazed window to the outside, so they always can see trees and fields and to ensure the dogs have additional stimulation, we have gentle music playing throughout the day time.
Safety & Wellbeing
Kennels are cleaned at least twice per day, in the morning and evening and as required in between. We strive to ensure that when you collect your pet, they are as clean and fresh as the day you dropped them off.
Dogs are bedded down at night, with the door to each kennel’s sleeping area closed and heat-lamps switched on if it’s cold. We lock all gates and exterior doors to ensure the security of your animals. We have digital night vision CCTV covering all entrances to the property. Our house is only 30 yards from the kennels, so any sounds from the dogs being disturbed or uncomfortable can easily be heard and immediately investigated.
Our kennels are licensed under the ‘Animal Boarding Establishments Act, 2018’ and we strive to greatly exceed all expected standards, to ensure we maintain our accredited 5 star rating.
Feeding
We will always feed your dogs as you wish and can provide them with a variety of complete food, tinned meat, biscuit meal or fresh tripe. Alternatively, if you wish to bring your own food for them that is also fine. Dogs are fed either in the morning, evening or both as required.
Puppies will, of course, have 3 good meals with plenty of fuss and if your dog has special dietary requirements, we will maintain these throughout their stay.
Exercise & Playtime
Every dog is walked twice each day for about 15 to 20 minutes, in our own fields and woodland, with a lunchtime play session in our secure paddock. We first walk them as soon as their pens are opened in the morning around 7:30 am, and immediately after feeding in the evening. Our exercise field is fully fenced to be escape proof to prevent dogs from getting too far, should they slip a lead. It is also well lit in all corners to provide light on short winter days.
Bedding
We provide each dog has with an appropriately sized bed, complete with soft blankets and overhead heat lamps, should the weather turn cold. If you wish to bring your own bedding and toys for them to play with, that is absolutely fine. We will strive to ensure that any bedding you provide will be washed ready for your return.
Cat’s Corner
Our cattery provides our kennels customers with feline friends a safe and secure place to leave their cats while they’re away.
The cattery is separated from the main kennels block and offers off plenty of warm dry space, filled with lots of toys and climbable objects, so that cats can enjoy doing all the things they love.
Each pen has a large, heated indoor sleeping area and outdoor run. The cattery is also certified 5 stars by Wyre Forest council and our feline guests are given the same out standing levels of service their canine friends, with plenty of fuss ever single day.
Vaccinations & Medical Needs
To ensure the safety and well being of all our guests, we insist that all dogs have the following up to date vaccinations:
Hepatitis
Distemper
Leptospirosis
Kennel Cough
Vaccination certificates must be presented on arrival. If you have any queries regarding vaccinations, we recommend that you speak at friends and highly recommended vets, the Clent Hills Veterinary Practice.
We will administer medication or treatments to your dog for no additional charge but dogs with infectious or contagious conditions may be refused admission. If your dog has a pre-arranged trip to a local vet during their stay, we will be happy to take them there personally but we may add a small charge to cover costs for this.