Dog Boarding Elms Vale

“Selma took time to get our rescued young GSD used to her by arranging two meet and greets. He was immediately relaxed in her home environment and with the calm energy Selma projects. Such a relief to find such a lovely lady to trust with our dog. Thank you!”

Susannah C.

“Genevieves calm mannor made her a perfect match for our excitable German shepherd. offers a comfortable , relaxed and spacious home from home environment with large garden meaning she can easily accommodate larger dogs like ours . Helped us out last minute - when our original sitter let us down with an hours notice, she came straight over after I messaged. Genevieve is a calm , confident and caring sitter and we can't thank her enough for helping us out so last minute”

gemma S.

“I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter. From the moment I left my dog with Deni, I felt completely reassured knowing he was in such caring and capable hands. Deni kept me updated throughout, treated him like her own, and clearly paid so much attention to his routine and needs. When I picked him up, he was happy, relaxed, and clearly very well looked after, which says everything. It’s such a relief finding someone you can genuinely trust with your dog, and I would recommend Deni to absolutely anyone looking for reliable, kind, and attentive care. Thank you again for taking such amazing care of Murphy!”

Yasmin M.

“My dog Maisie was with Tamsin for 3 nights. When I picked Maisie up , Tamsin said that she had no problem with her for those few days whatsoever. Tamsin, seems to be a natural in looking after animals. After I took Maisie home, she settled back immediately. So that confirms to me that she was very well for in Tamsin’s home. I have no hesitation in recommending Tamsin to any dog owner whatsoever. I certainly will be using her in the future, that’s if she isn’t booked up of course. Kind regards, James.”

James H.

About: I offer a highly versatile, confident, and reliable approach to pet care. My experience spans the entire spectrum of the canine world, meaning your dog—no matter their size or personality—will be in expert hands. ❄️ Arctic Sled Dog & Pack Experience I have unique, hands-on experience managing a pack of working Huskies during a sledding expedition in the Arctic Circle of Sweden. This involved looking after my own team and assisting with the wider pack in extreme conditions—handling everything from feeding and harness management to understanding complex pack dynamics and high-energy behavior. 🏡 Gentle Care for Smaller Breeds While I'm entirely confident with large, high-energy breeds, I am equally experienced in providing the gentle, attentive care required for smaller dogs. I have extensive experience looking after two small dogs, meaning I completely understand the finer details of small-dog care—from keeping a watchful eye on them around bigger dogs to managing their specific exercise routines and making sure they feel safe, cozy, and thoroughly pampered. Whether your dog needs a high-energy handler who can match their stamina, or a calm, comforting companion for cuddles and structured routines, I adapt perfectly to what they need. As a part-time personal trainer, my schedule is incredibly flexible, leaving me with plenty of free time throughout the week to dedicate to your pets. Because fitness is my job, I have the stamina and energy for long, active walks, making me the perfect fit for high-energy dogs who love to explore and burn off energy! I can easily structure my day around your dog's specific routine, feeding times, and exercise needs. Safety and trust are my top priorities. When caring for pets in an owner's home, I treat their property and their routine with the utmost respect, ensuring doors are locked, feeding schedules are met precisely, and the environment remains calm. On walks, my background as a fitness professional means I am alert, physically strong enough to handle large or pulling dogs safely on a lead, and fully focused on keeping your dog secure and happy at all times.

“Tamara has accepted last minute to take care of our little cocker Spaniel, Spring. She has been super kind and sent pictures and videos throughout the day. Thank you so much ! Spring had a great time 🤩”

Anais D.

“This was the first time we have left Willow with someone overnight as we had to travel away for a family event. Sophie was very pleasant and kept us up to date with photos and messages. Willow was totally relaxed within minutes of us leaving her and was very well looked after throughout her stay. We are so happy to have found Sophie and her family and would most definitely recommend her and would most definitely book with her again.”

Julie S.

“Stephen did a grand job looking after Ziggy for us while we were away for a week at a place where we weren't allowed to take him. Stephen is very conveniently located for the Channel Tunnel Shuttle crossing. He was kind and caring with our dog, followed our guidance and sent us daily photo updates. Thank you Stephen.”

Marcus and Katherine P.

“Like the other reviews said, Mark was amazing looking after both Harry and Ralph. We got regular photo updates of our boys having the best time and smiles on their faces. Harry and Ralph quickly built a bond with Mark and would definitely be using Mark again when we need a dog sitter! Thanks Mark x”

Jack M.

“Hughie had a wonderful time with Shane and Moose. We got lots of pics and updates about the walks and beach fun they were having, and cute pics of them chilling out after all that playtime. All was fab, would highly recommend Shane.”

Marian D.

“Just fabulous - real tender care and concern. Tilly had a great stay in a quite stressful time for us as we were moving just before her stay. She came back calm happy and her usual self. The daily pics and updates and reassurance that her insulin was done was amazing. Would not hesitate to recommend. Thank you!”

Sharon M.

“Sylvia was a wonderful dog boarder. She took great care of Olive, taking her on lots of nice walks and sent me lot of updates which I appreciated when I was away. Olive seemed very settled. Thanks so much!”

Louisa R.

“I would definitely recommend Helen she was so lovely and looked after my puppy Ted while I attended my daughter’s wedding. I didn’t have to worry about Ted after meeting Helen and her lovely dog Boycie. It was lovely that Helen and her Husband had looked after Ted so well. Even letting Ted sleep on their bed. I will definitely be booking Helen again. Thank you Helen”

Angela F.

“Delphine was great, literally save us from a 8 hours trip to take my baby to my local cattery, as he couldn't go with us in the shuttle. She kept him until someone to pick him up and taking him to were he is staying. Lovely person and her kitty was very friendly with my old baby. Totally recommend.”

Isabel R.

“What a lovely family to leave my pup with for the first time we went away ! Nelly had a fabulous time thank you so much ❤️”

Chloe B.

About: I have my own dog, a small bichon male neutered dog. Friendly, loves other dogs. He is a rescue from the Canterbury’s dogs trust, so I understand the challenges that come with this. I’ve previously owned a Labrador who I cared for in her old age. I have also looked after other people’s dogs through ‘borrow-my-dogggy’. I have a solid understanding of dog behaviour and my mother in law is a dog trainer. I am a freelancer and work remotely, so my schedule is very open. I am flexible and happy to come to you if required and within an ok distance. I have a fenced garden and one friendly 3 year old bichon. I have a car if needed for walks, collection, drop off or vet appointments. I live in a 3 bedroom house.

“Christine and her husband are both very warm and friendly people who welcomed Barney with open arms. He was very happy to run straight up to them for a fuss, and clearly felt right at home. I received updates from Christine while we were away, and when we arrived to collect Barney he was very much part of their home, and you could tell he was very happy there. Christine was very careful to follow our care notes, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her. In fact, I've made a second booking!”

Alison M.

“Jazz was perfect for us. Esse our little dog had a lovely time. Jazz kept us upto date sending messages and photo even sent me a video. Would highly recommend and will be using Jazz again when we need a dog Sitter. Thank you Jazz xx”

Michelle D.

“Olivia was great with Otto and he was at ease with her straightaway. She sent regular updates with photos and videos so we could see how much he had settled in. She is a kind and considerate dog lover and we would book again for Otto. She was also very understanding when we had issues with trains and arrived latter than expected. Thank you Olivia.”

Jayne D.

About: Hey, my name is Jay. I have a Black Lab called Mabel and a German Shep called Martha. Both of whom are well behaved and trained myself / in training. I offer a variety of services and am blessed to have lot's of facilities to my, and your pet's, advantage. Including a Land Rover kitted out for transport should it be required, as well as a stunning location based at the bottom of the White Cliffs of Dover allowing for lot's of walks along the cliffs, into the fields or along the beach and even a swim! Alternatively we can go directly into town. My property is also big enough to have a very private garden with 6+ foot walls surrounding the place ensuring it is very secure. I also house a parrot, variety of fish and in the past have had multiple hamsters and too many guinea pigs and rabbits to count! I love animals and would be honoured to take care of yours! P.S - as a bonus I provide quality photography of your pet if requested, free of charge! Just a little extra for booking with me. You can see some of my imagery on my profile! :) I’ve recently taken a significant amount of time away from my regular work to care for my own dogs and dedicate my time fully to animal care. This means I have a very flexible schedule and can give your pet my full attention, day or night, alongside my own animals. I provide a safe, structured, and highly attentive environment for every pet in my care, whether in my own home or the owner’s home. At my home, pets are looked after in a secure property with a large private garden enclosed by 6+ foot walls, ensuring safety at all times. Dogs are never left unattended for long periods, and I am able to give them constant supervision and interaction throughout the day. They have access to regular walks tailored to their needs, including local field walks, coastal walks along the White Cliffs of Dover, and beach outings where appropriate. I also ensure they have a calm space to rest and settle comfortably inside the home. When caring for pets in an owner’s home, I maintain their usual routine as closely as possible to reduce stress and keep them comfortable in familiar surroundings. This includes feeding schedules, exercise routines, playtime, medication if required, and plenty of companionship. Across all services, I prioritise safety, consistency, and individual attention. I have experience with a range of animals and treat every pet as if they were my own, ensuring they are well cared for, stimulated, and happy throughout my time with them.