Doggy Day Care 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.

“V accommodating & welcoming”

Rebecca O.

“Absolutely outstanding daycare from Matthew and Ximena. They were perfect hosts for my boy and he couldn’t have wanted anything better in such a homely environment. All his needs catered for and I felt at ease from day 1 with regular updates and photos of the days activities. Charlie met their dog Teddy today who is a gorgeous dog and was a great role model for Charlie to learn from. I would definitely recommend Matthew and have already rebooked some more days in the new year. First class 🥇🐕🐾”

Sam B.

“Cassidy was brilliant with Sandy, she had the best day and was kept posted throughout the whole day. Thank you for having her. Would not hesitate to ask you again”

Emily M.

“The best family setting I’d ever love my dog to stay in! He really was treated as part of the family so thank you very much. Would definitely recommend.!!”

Amy W.

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.

“Jaffa loves her visits with Alexis and always comes home tired from all her fun. Coco has been very patient with our puppy and teaching her how to play nicely with other dogs. Alexis keeps us well informed throughout the day of what Jaffa has been up to with pictures and what their walks looks like. She also listens to all our routines and asks and is very flexible with timings due to work commitments. We will 100% be using Alexis in future, thanks so much for your help so far :)”

Sophie C.

“Hetty was absolutely fine with Stephen. He seemed very capable and used to looking after a number of dogs. Having three to walk today. We had only left our dog Hetty with one other person before. I would happily leave our little cocker spaniel with him again. Thanks Stephen.”

Julie L.

About: Hi, I’m a mum of two and a huge animal lover offering reliable and caring dog sitting services 🐾 I work from home, so your dog will have plenty of company, attention, and care throughout the day. I have my own little furry family too — a Bishon called Honey and two rabbits — so animals have always been a big part of my life. We live close to the forest and I love taking dogs on walks in nature, as well as trips down to the beach for some fresh air and fun. Whether you need help during the day, while you’re away, or just an extra hand with your dog, I’d love to help and make sure your pet feels safe, happy, and loved while in my care 🐶💕 I work from home, so your dog will always have company throughout the day and won’t be left alone for long periods. I’m able to fit my schedule around the animals, including regular toilet breaks, playtime, feeding, and long walks. Living close to the forest and beach means they’ll also get plenty of fresh air, exercise, and attention I provide a safe, loving, and calm environment where pets are treated like part of the family. As I work from home, pets are rarely left alone and always have company, supervision, and attention throughout the day. I follow each owner’s routine as closely as possible, including feeding times, walks, playtime, medication if needed, and any special instructions to help pets feel comfortable and settled. I live close to the forest and beach, so dogs enjoy plenty of exercise, stimulation, and outdoor time. My home is pet friendly, clean, and secure, and I always make sure animals feel safe, happy, and well cared for while in my home or their owner’s home.

“Rachael was amazing. She updated me during the day with photos and videos. Hugo had the best time and actually did not want to leave. I had to carry him to the car! I would highly recommend!!”

Hannah G.

“Thank you so much! Abbey and Owen have a great dog friendly house and know what dogs need to keep them happy. My older Jack Russell stayed for two days (day care) while I was at the New Forest Show. He had a great time nosing around the garden, playing ball and sleeping...it was great to know that he was well taken care of.”

Heather G.

“Fennel loves going there”

Wendy O.

“Jenny took on my dog for day care and was very supportive to ensure Toffee relaxes quickly (Toffee is a nervous dog). She asked a lot of questions in advance and we were really well prepared for the actual care. She has a great and calm approach to the dog. There are also really nice green spaces nearby where they were able to wander. Toffee didnt want to come back! We will book more, thank you”

Gosia H.

“Our Raffi had a wonderful day with Kirsty! He settled in easily as he had had a meet up beforehand so that it would be an easy transition. He had so much fun with sweet,gentle little Benji too. We received lots of updates and photos during his stay,which made us smile as we could see that Raffi felt relaxed ,happy and totally at home. 5 star care and we will definitely book with Kirsty,Dan and Benji again. Highly recommend. The Metcalfes”

Rita M.

“Our two dogs had a fabulous day with Estera. They were tired but happy afterwards. Estera sent photos of their activities which was much appreciated.”

Hugo P.

“Jess was great looking after my lurcher. Took him on plenty of walks and let him get comfortable at her home. Will definitely be contacting Jess in the future.”

Samuel W.

“Barley was taken care of like a member of their family.”

Catherine B.

“I can only repeat what I've already said previously, Angelika and Yanka are great with Pumpkin and its lovely to see how happy Pumpkin is there. Not a bad word to say. As always, thank you taking care of our Pumpkin!”

Leoni C.

“Guoda was great! Agreed to help out with my puppy with only a couple of hours notice. You could tell Guoda loves animals instantly with the way she was meeting Skye which gave me a lot of reassurance. I was updated throughout the day with messages and pictures. Will definitely be back to use Guoda again🥰”

Chloe R.

“Karen was great with Piper. Piper had an injured paw and had it bandaged up which meant she had to be more quiet and still than normal. Karen understood and kept Pipet company while also making sure she didn’t get too excited.”

Nathanael P.