Before your dog stays with us, I like to get to know them as much as possible so I can keep their routine consistent and make them feel right at home. I’ll usually ask for things like: • Vet details (just in case of emergencies – hopefully never needed, but always important to have) • Vaccination status – dogs need to be up to date to stay with us • Feeding routine – what they eat, how much, and what times they’re used to • Any dietary requirements or allergies I also love to understand their personality and daily needs, so I’ll ask about: • Energy levels, are they full of beans or more chilled? 🛤️ • Walk requirements, how long they’re used to, how often, and what they enjoy (lead walks, free running, sniffy walks etc.) 🥎 🐾 • Toilet routine, how often they usually go out so I can stick to what they’re used to • Any quirks or behaviours I should know about (we all know every dog has their “thing” 😂) • What they enjoy most; toys, cuddles, space, company, routines For comfort, I always recommend bringing: • Their usual food 🥘 • A blanket or bed from home (this really helps them settle!) 🛌 • A favourite toy if they have one 🥎 The more I know, the better I can match their normal routine and make their stay as stress-free and happy as possible. I treat every dog as an individual, not a “one routine fits all”, so the little details really matter to me 🐾

A typical day in our home is busy, active, a little bit chaotic at times, but full of love and attention, perfect for dogs who enjoy being part of a real family environment rather than a quiet kennel setting. Our mornings start early. Dogs are let out for a toilet break first thing, then fed and given time to wake up properly. We do the school run at 8:30, and after that I head to the gym – so it’s quite an active household. While I’m out, dogs are never left alone, they’ll be at home with my partner Luke, who works from home, so there’s always someone around. Once I’m back from the gym, the day properly gets going. This usually includes walks tailored to your dog, whether that’s a proper adventure for higher-energy dogs, or shorter, slower walks for puppies or older dogs with plenty of sniff breaks and rest. At home, dogs are part of everything. They can relax in the living space, follow us around, or if owners are happy with it, you’ll often find them sprawled out on the bed getting comfy 🛌! I want them to feel completely at home here, not restricted or stressed🐾 We mix the day up with playtime, attention, and some gentle structure, things like lead practice, calm behaviour, and settling time 😴 I’m very hands-on and always keeping an eye on how each dog is feeling, making sure they’re not overwhelmed and are getting the right balance of activity and rest🫶🏻 I do have a young son, so dogs staying with us need to be comfortable around children. He’s grown up around dogs, and all interactions are always supervised to keep things safe and calm for everyone. Evenings are much more relaxed, dinner time, a final wander or garden time, then settling down together as a family👩‍❤️‍👨👶🐶 Dogs usually end up curled up with us, enjoying the cosy side of home life. Every dog is treated like one of our own here. Whether they’re full of energy, a bit nervous, or just love a cuddle, I’ll make sure they feel safe, settled, and properly cared for.