Dog Boarding Fordingbridge

“Rodney had a great time with Ying. We received daily photo / video updates, and he was well exercised. He got on great with Ying’s dog Trigger (Yes, Rodney & Trigger lol!) and received lots of fuss from Ying’s family. We will definitely be using Ying again :)”

Kate D.

About: Having recently retired from the Fire and Rescue Service after more than 35 years of dedicated service as a Fire Investigation Officer and Specialist Search Dog Handler, I am now offering reliable, professional 24/7 pet sitting services. I live in the heart of the New Forest, where I spend every day exercising and enjoying the outdoors with my two retired Fire Service dogs, who are now much-loved family pets. As a lifelong dog owner with over 20 years’ experience training and handling dogs alongside both the Fire and Police Services, I understand the highest standards of canine care, welfare, and behaviour. For your pet’s comfort and safety, I have a purpose-built K9 transport vehicle and am fully trained in K9 First Aid. Whether you need overnight care, extended pet sitting, or regular companionship for your dog, you can be confident they will receive experienced, compassionate, and professional care in a safe and trusted environment. Having retired from the fire service and being the owner of 2 pet dogs living in the heart of the New Forest I spend every day out and about in the fresh air with my beloved k9 companions. I live in a detached property within a quiet area of Fordingbridge with an enclosed front and rear garden covered by cctv. I have access to lots of nearby walks and can access the New Forest within 5 mins from my home address.

“Matt & Teddy were wonderful companions for Atti. Matt went above and beyond to keep in touch with us and was eager to know Atti’s preferences. Matt’s love of dogs (& perhaps particularly Golden Retrievers!) shone through. Atti came home calm & happy.”

Sarah E.

“Thankyou so much for having Barney! You guys went above and beyond for his needs and were stars sending pictures & videos of him while we was on holiday. Thankyou so much (apologies it’s late life’s been so full on since being home)”

Georgie B.

About: I love all animals and love spending time with them. I have always been surrounded by animals from dogs to cats, rabbits to fish. I have a wide range of dog experience as I have owned bull dogs, boxers, bull mastiffs, Dogue de Bordeauxs and currently own Griffon Bruxellois aka Brussels Griffons aka grumpy griffons, so i am used to caring for 40kg dogs down to 3.5kg along with new born puppies. My dogs are like my children and understand what is needed to care for yours whilst you are away from yours. My home is big enough to allow plenty of space for my doggy guests and my garden is safe & fully secured fenced & third of an acre in size. There are plenty of wonderful walks near by including Moors Valley County Park. I grew up with cats and we were lucky enough to have owned British short hairs, Sphynxs and Maine coons so again I have vast experience with different cats and their different needs. Why Choose Me? * Lifelong experience with dogs and cats from new born through to senior years * Patient, reliable and trustworthy * Able to follow detailed care routines * Regular photo and video updates * Plenty of affection, playtime and enrichment * Comfortable with energetic and active breeds * Flexible and committed to providing personalised care *can offer house sitting, drop ins, dog walks or even boarding at my own home. I am completely flexible as I currently have no work commitments so can work with you to create the perfect care schedule for your four legged friend. In your home I would stick to your preferred routines so to keep your fur baby’s daily life as un disrupted as possible. Along with taking care of your home as if it was mine. For boarding at my home, I am luckily enough to say I have large house a fully enclosed 1/3 acre garden so plenty of space to take care of your dogs whilst trying to mimic their daily life as much as possible within my home.

“Stephen and Nicky are really friendly and communicative. They made Gizmo very welcome and he was well looked after, had lots of cuddles and walks. I would happily leave Gizmo with them again :)”

Anthea S.

About: Jenny (me) and my husband Chris provide a true home-from-home experience where every dog is treated as part of the family. With two caring adults looking after your pet, they’ll receive plenty of attention, companionship and affection throughout the day. We’ve both grown up around dogs and have always had a passion for animals. Caring for dogs has been a big part of our lives, and we’re experienced in understanding their different personalities, routines and needs. Our home has a fully secure, fenced garden for safe outdoor play, and we have our own friendly 9-month-old puppy who enjoys meeting other dogs. We understand that every dog has their own personality and routine, so we take the time to get to know them and provide care that’s tailored to their individual needs. We know how reassuring updates are while you’re away, so we’ll send regular photos and messages, giving you complete peace of mind. Our goal is for your dog to feel happy, loved and relaxed from the moment they arrive until it’s time to go home. We’re committed to building lasting relationships with both pets and their owners, creating a safe, fun and caring environment that you can trust. We’ve both grown up around dogs and have always had a passion for animals. Caring for dogs has been a big part of our lives, and we’re experienced in understanding their different personalities, routines and needs. As owners of our own young puppy, we’re confident caring for energetic dogs, reinforcing good routines, providing plenty of exercise, enrichment and, of course, lots of love and attention. We’re comfortable following feeding schedules, maintaining walking routines and sticking to any instructions you provide so your dog feels as settled and comfortable as possible. We believe every dog deserves patience, kindness and individual care, and that’s exactly what they’ll receive when they’re with us. Because both of us are at home, pet care fits naturally into our daily routine. We’re able to give dogs plenty of attention throughout the day, whether that means regular toilet breaks, walks, playtime in the garden, feeding, or simply keeping them company and making sure they feel settled and relaxed. Our weekly routine is flexible, which means we can adapt to each dog’s needs and follow the schedule they’re used to at home. We’re comfortable sticking closely to feeding times, exercise routines and any special instructions you provide, so your dog feels safe, happy and well cared for while they’re with us. We have experience caring for dogs with different personalities and needs, and we understand that some are confident and playful while others may be shy, nervous or need a little extra time to settle in. We always take a calm, patient approach and let each dog adjust at their own pace, making sure they feel safe and comfortable in our home. Our home also has a secure fenced garden, giving dogs a safe space to enjoy fresh air and supervised outdoor time. We’re careful to follow each owner’s instructions closely, including feeding times, exercise routines and any special requirements, so your dog receives consistent care and feels as close to their normal routine as possible.

“We were very fortunate to have Jill to look after our dog recently, because she is a very thoughtful and caring individual, who along with her husband clearly is a dog lover. From the initial contact and home visit to the overnight stay itself, she was supportive and very reassuring, so overall would certainly recommend her to anyone seeking homeboarding.”

Veronica W.

“Angela and her family looked after my dog Captain for the weekend and did an amazing job. He seemed to settle with them well and enjoyed his time with the family. Angela sent over plenty of updates and photos and was really quick to reply to messages. A huge thank you from myself and Captain (aka Pirate)”

Celia J.

“5 star dog sitting - lovely family with kids, our little dog Buckie was very well looked after with loads of walks and cuddles - we got regular photo updates and really good communication too. Would highly recommend! 👍😊”

Alison B.

“Bruno made himself at home as soon as he arrived and we were immediately reassured he was in the best hands. Rachael updated us everyday with pictures. Bruno didn’t want to come home and seemed very sad to leave! Will be booking Rachael again for sure 😊”

Sally P.

“Theo had a wonderful time staying with Aga. He settled straight in, loved the garden and playing fetch! Then enjoyed cuddles on the sofa 🐶 Aga is super friendly, quick to respond and kept me updated throughout with photos. Theo can’t wait to stay again.”

Ed L.

About: I work for the Emergency service so unable to have a dog of my own which is why I want to give your dog the care and love when you go on holiday/hospital stay/whether you just need a break. I have grown up with dogs and have experience with all different breeds. Particularly: sighthounds,pugs/frenchies/spaniels/golden retrievers but are happy to look after any breed. I live on the edge of the new forest so have plenty of great walks near by! Plenty of quiet walks if your dog isn’t a fan of other dogs! I’m happy to accept dogs who stay in bed with their owners as I know they can be difficult to get looked after. DBS checked ✅ Dog/child/pet free home ✅ Secure enclosed garden ✅ Great walks in the new forest ✅ Happy to take multiple pets of same household ✅ Able to collect/drop off ✅ Any questions please get in touch 😊 I work shifts, so my availability is based on my days off. So your dog will have my full time and attention and can and will be taken on adventures with me. Happy to work with your dogs comfort levels and schedule. If they usually sleep in bed with you that’s fine, if they sleep on the sofa that’s fine! If they are crated that’s also fine. Whatever works for them 😊 happy to come to yours and complete your dogs normal routine.

“Maria and her partner have looked after benny for a second time whilst we went away for a few days to wales. Again highly recommend great communication kept up to date about any updates being sent photos and videos to show what Benny gets up to he has made a few new friends since being with Maria. 100% top care and top service. Wouldnt have any doubts leaving benny with the lovely family.”

Connor L.

“Ruth is everything you could hope for from a dog sitter and more. Very patient, kind, caring and understanding approach and great at communicating. Great experience, would highly recommend and so would my 15 year old partially blind and deaf little dog!”

Tiphaine G.

“Thank you so much for looking after our boy so well. He had a lovely time and I think he is going g to miss your girls a lot!!!! Thank you xx”

Imogene A.

“Jasmine was amazing, I've never felt so stress free leaving my dog with someone as I did Jasmine. 100% recommend you use her services and I will be doing so again.”

Laeila H.

“Absolutely lovely dog sitters, highly recommended! Lyra had a wonderful stay and looked happy and relaxed. Will definitely use again. Thank you Abbey!”

Clare H.

“Can't fault Ben, Frodo was a very happy dog when I picked him up. Ben sent me pictures of him having fun whilst I was away, replied promptly to messages, thoroughly recommend.”

Melanie C.

“Niels provided excellent care for our dog Henry. He had great communication from the start and was very accommodating to slight changes in pick up and drop off times. Would certainly recommend Niels and will likely use his boarding services in the future”

Andy S.