Dog Boarding Fordingbridge

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.

“Thank you so much for looking after our dogs, kept us updated with photos which was so lovely to see how happy & safe they were with such lovely people. (maybe too happy as scooby stole the last bit of your dinner 🤦🏻‍♀️) they even took them on a walk as well which is much appreciated. Can’t thank enough🐾”

Amber C.

“Jill was excellent and very understanding of our dog's needs, as he is an older boy at 15 tears old. Jill made Buster feel very welcome and loved and I would have no hesitation in recommending her services”

Nick D.

“Thanks, David, for taking such good care of Rolo overnight. We really appreciated the extra effort you made during the heatwave, especially getting up early to walk him before the day warmed up. It was great to receive updates and know he was happy, comfortable, and well looked after. We’d be very happy for Rolo to stay with you again.”

Rakhee R.

“Amazing I can not say tankyou anymore i am so happy that I found u because Ted is not the easiest sometimes but u was incredible with him and I can tell he was happy thankyou so much and I mean that”

Paul B.

“Hector had the best time with Matt and Teddy. Matt was quick to respond and flexible to our travel plans. We got lots of photo and video updates. Would 100% recommend!”

Jess H.

“Jenny's family was amazing taking care of our dog. We have got pictures constantly of Bluey, and he was happy making new friends. Already spoken for next time when we will use her services. Thank you”

Marian S.

“Mabel recently stayed with Joanne and her family. I sent her packing (a little nervous due to it being my first rover) and with a million warnings about what she MIGHT do! 🤣 Turns out Mabel was an absolute dream so they must have been brilliant at looking after her. I had regular updates and pictures. Timings were sorted out easily and we kept in touch via Whatsapp. Joanne has a really secure garden - which made me feel so much more comfortable leaving her there. It felt like a home from home setting. I have two children of my own and Joanne's two seemed to love her as much as her own. They were super excited to have her. She was allowed upstairs and just slipped into their family life. She had plenty of walks and was fed well. I wouldn't hesitate at using Jo again! Thanks guys! 🐾🐾”

Hayley J.

“Gizmo is really well looked after each time he stays with Stephen with lots of walks. He is treated as one of the family! I receive regular photo updates and Gizmo is really happy to stay with him. I would whole heartedly recommend Stephen as a sitter!”

Anthea S.

“We were a little nervous about leaving Archie because we had not been away without him for a couple of years. Rachael allayed all our fears, looked after him while we were away and provided lots of photos to see how he was.”

Ian P.

“Really first class, my Miniature Schnauzer was totally at ease with Maria, communication was excellent at booking stage, during the stay and at pick up. Recommend highly.”

Alec

“Hanna and her family were lovely, caring and just simply awesome!! We received regular, timely updates and Diamond had a whale of a time playing with them and their lovely, friendly little dog, Rocky. Diamond would definitely, 100% love to stay again and is already missing his new best friend Rocky!! Thanks so much for taking such great care of him.”

Ricky S.

“It was a perfect 1st stay away from home. Millie was made very welcome and Aga helped her to settle and maintained her routine. Aga couldn't have been more accommodating or caring and her updates with regular photos showing Millie happy and enjoying herself were very reassuring. A great dog minder that I will use again and would be happy to recommend.”

Anna Y.

“Sophie looked after Wesley extremely well he had a wonderful time with Sophie and her family and got on extremely well with her gorgeous little dog Lady. Sophie sent me pictures and messaged me whilst we were away keeping me updated and Wesley looked happy and settled. It was reassuring knowing he was happy and well looked after. I would definitely recommend Sophie.”

Ann J.

“This was my second time sending my dog Captain to Angela and her family and they did an amazing job again. He was well and truly looked after and he seemed to remember and settle with the family really easily again. I got lots of updates and photos during the week and could tell how much love and care my Captain was getting. I can't thank Angela enough and absolutely recommend her for other dog owners. I'll absolutely be booking with her again!”

Celia J.

“Andy's awesome at what he does. I left Dukey with him for a week and then again for a night, lots of cuddles and updates throughout the day. He also makes sure to provide reassurance where needed instead of making it a panic situation overall if your pet feels a bit off, will definitely book again for Dukey!!”

Nishanth S.

“Absolutely fantastic! Karen is clearly very good at reading dogs and puts a lot of effort into making sure they are settled and happy. She understood my dog completely and Pixie's behaviour when I collected her told me everything I needed to know; she was happy and relaxed. Great with a small dog and a very safe home environment. Also brilliant communication with me throughout, she really listened and took on board information as well as giving great feedback on collection.”

Sarah O.

“Sophie was able to help out last minute after being let down. From start to finish the whole experience was great. Replies were prompt, with fair prices and I was very happy with the way Odin settled in straight away. I was kept up to date with check ins over the booking period and would friendly has again when needed.”

Daniel G.

“Ted & Bentley had their first sleepover with Monica at the weekend. Safe to say they got thoroughly spoilt and came home shattered and happy. From initial meet, drop off and pick up Monica was great, very welcoming and was great with both pups. They will definitely be back soon.”

Anne S.

“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.