Doggy Day Care Salcombe

“Maple had a great time being looked after by Octavia and loved running around the paddock with Storm! Octavia was incredibly responsive on communications, which made it easy coordinating pick up/drop off. She was also really considerate about settling Maple into a new environment so we knew she was in safe hands. We would definitely book again, thanks so much!”

Wai-chuen C.

About: I've been around dogs most of my life and have owned several dogs. My most recent dog, a Springer Spaniel, was with me for 13 years. Since he passed, I have looked after several of my friend's dogs. I am also registered with Guide Dogs as a Puppy Fosterer and have looked after lots of their dogs as well. I am retired so have lots of time to devote to your dog. I love going for long walks and exploring my local area. I also enjoy sea swimming. I have a fenced garden and 2 doors to my main front door offering extra security when I have visitors. I have plenty of space for a crate if needed.

About: I have shared my home and my heart with dogs throughout my entire adult life, giving me a deep, first hand understanding of canine behaviour, routines, and needs. From raising and training our beloved family dog from a puppy into a well-mannered companion, to recently providing dedicated, compassionate care for mine and my partners senior boy in his final years, I understand the unique joys and responsibilities that come with every stage of a dog's life. Your companion will enjoy a highly active, engaging routine with plenty of dedicated play sessions, puzzles, and long, stimulating walks through the local countryside. Without the strict constraints of a standard working week, I can provide the continuous companionship, attention, and exercise your dog needs to stay happy, relaxed, and fully entertained. I have a fully secure fenced garden where your dog can play, stretch, and relax with total freedom and directly behind the house lies a beautiful, private woodland, allowing us to step straight from the property into nature for quiet, enriching walks away from busy roads and public distractions. Inside, I maintain a genuine "home from home" philosophy- dogs are warmly welcomed onto the furniture and the sofas if that is what they prefer. I want your dog to feel completely part of the family whilst they stay with us.

“Vanessa had our elderly girl Jesse (17) for the day, we were made most welcome on arrival and Jesse was very settled from the off. We had arranged a specific pick up time but needed to extend which was very easy to sort out. When we arrived Jesse was very settled and relaxed with Vanessa and definitely in no hurry to leave. Excellent service and we will definitely use again when in the area.”

Geoffrey W.

“A regular here. Thanks Alison again for looking after my boys, and I'm glad that they were well-behaved with you. Alison is always sociable and friendly. She is also well-organised and a good communicator. She reports back how the day/stay went in detail, which is very helpful and reassuring. Until next time. Best wishes X”

Naomi S.

“Tembo seemed very happy with Sophie on the farm and I think they had a great day together. Thanks Sophie!”

Georgia A.

“Leaving Bailey with someone for the first time in eleven years was a bit nerve-wracking, but Anindita was wonderful. From the moment we met, she put me at ease. She took such good care of Bailey and kept me in the loop with lovely photos and messages, which meant a lot while I was at my nephew’s wedding. Bailey was so happy and well cared for, and I could tell he had lots of love and attention. I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, kind and caring to look after their dog. Thank you so much!”

Phyllis R.

“Molly was great with Freddie. We came down for a holiday down to Paignton and Molly took care of Freddie for the day which was really helpful. Her communication and photo updates were very much appreciated”

Graham H.

“Having had an incredibly difficult week, I cannot thank Mark and Donna enough for their flexibility, support and empathy. Winnie has found a home from home and adores spending time with them and of course Harvey. She is going on lots of new adventures and is living her best life.”

Helen B.

About: I've always been a bit dog obsessed from a young age and have had a number of dogs myself, including an English Setter rescue from Croatia who'd never lived in a home before & was anxious around many dogs, excluding my lovely Labradoodle, who was his safety blanket, so a lot of love, patience & training was required to give him his best final years of life. I currently have an extremely friendly & sociable Clumber Spaniel X bitch, 16 months old who loves life & would welcome any dog in her home for a day or sleepover/s. So, recent experience of older dogs who just want comfort, company, cuddles & a short stroll to a manic puppy who didn't have an off switch...which I've since found! I live within walking distance to fields & the coastline & work from home with a secure garden so can offer your dog a little holiday whilst you can enjoy yours guilt free knowing that they are happy too! I currently work part time from home, apart from Thursdays when I volunteer for Animals in Distress for 4hrs, so have plenty of time for walks & play time. I have a fenced in secure garden & have a large crate available for your dog if they feel more secure in a crate and they can enjoy the company of my very well socialised dog Clemmie. Should I ever need to pop out I have a Blink camera so that I can always keep eyes on!

“Ela is absolutely incredible with our pup, this was a last minute booking and she had no problem taking Oakley for the day for us. Oakley has fallen madly in love with Ela and enjoys every minute in her care.”

Sophie T.

About: I am self-employed, which gives me a lot of flexibility with my availability and hours. I also have two animal-loving children who are at nursery and school during the day, allowing me plenty of time for feeding visits, companionship, playtime and check-ins 🐱💕 I understand how important it is for pet owners to know their cats are safe, comfortable and well cared for while they are away. I always make sure pets have a calm, clean and secure environment, follow routines carefully, and give them plenty of attention, reassurance and fuss. I am respectful of owners’ homes and will always keep communication open with updates and photos if requested 😊

“Bo - our little terrier - had the best time with Matt and returned a very happy dog. From the moment she trotted through the door she was happy, with lots of toys to play with and a sofa all to herself! Matt was very accomodating, taking us on at the last minute. All in all I would highly recommend Matt for anyone looking for a relaxed and caring household to look after their furry friends.”

Claire D.

“As we live in a quiet village it was lovely to leave Frank for dog-sitting in such a rural location. Mark and Fee obviously love dogs and were very welcoming. Frank was very happy when we picked him up and obviously enjoyed his long walk. Would definitely have no worries leaving Frank for a longer stay (if they would have him back!)”

Chris H.

“Amber was fantastic with my two spaniels. They have been away from us before, but Amber settled them down no problem. Even sent us photos throughout the day. Highly recommend👍”

Philip W.

“We are so happy we found lee and Emma. Winnie is so excited every time she arrives. They have been so re assuring as we were worried to leave our puppy with someone els but we couldn’t have asked for better dog sitters. 10/10 recommend.”

Jasmine C.

“Second time leaving Bella with Jacqui and she is absolutely amazing. She kept me updated with photos and videos, she also messaged me ages time to update me on how she was. Would 100% recommend”

Amy M.

“Henry had a great few hours with Sara, communication was great and I felt very happy leaving him! Thank you xx”

Kenzie N.

About: From the age of 6 my family adopted a dog and I walked and cared for him. Since then I have always loved dogs and their very individual personalities. Every time I visit my father in Spain, I happily am the one who cares for his dog. I am currently looking for work that I can do online, so that when I do have work, I would also be able to be home with the dog. Tuesdays and Wednesdays I usually visit a friend to work on an art project, although should you require a full week of dog sitting, book in advance and I can rearrange this. The dog would have access to a fenced garden. There are a few parks locally where the dog can also relieve themselves and exercise. Dogs being pack animals do love attention and I love to pet.

About: I’ve taken care of friend’s dogs for the last 5 years. Our amazing boxer dog died in March and we really miss having a dog around the house- so would be honoured to look after yours. I am on maternity leave until the end of 2026 so can provide lots of care for your dogs as I am at home a lot, but they do need to be calm as we have a 7 month old who crawls around. Looking forward to connecting ❤️ I’m on maternity leave until the end of 2026 so have lots of flexibility to fit around your pet and am at home a lot of the time. I have a fenced garden and am close to lots of lovely parks for nice walks. In the afternoons and weekends we enjoy walking near the sea. Dogs are welcome on our sofa, in our bedroom and anywhere they want 😊