Everything you want to know

Frequently asked questions

What does one-dog-only home boarding mean?

It means your dog is the only dog staying with us at any time. We never take a second dog, and there are no other pets in the house or gardens. Your dog lives in our family home as our only guest, with no pack to compete with, no kennels and no stress.

How many walks a day does my dog get?

As many as suits your dog — usually several, including a long countryside adventure across the lanes, woods and the Ridgeway near Faringdon. A young, high-energy dog gets serious mileage; a senior or anxious dog gets gentle, short, comfortable walks. We look after your dog, not a schedule.

Do I get updates while my dog stays with you?

Yes — two photo and video updates every day on a Home Stay, plus a short written wellbeing note. VIP and Concierge stays add GPS-tracked walk maps, live camera check-in and a detailed daily report.

Can you give my dog medication?

Yes. On a Concierge Stay we administer medication precisely on time and photograph each dose, with a named vet on call and pre-authorised emergency cover. Tell us everything at the free meet-and-greet.

My dog is anxious / a rescue. Is this suitable?

Often it's the kindest option there is. One dog, one calm home, no strange pack. The first days are deliberately slow — no demands, a safe space, walks only when your dog is ready.

What areas do you cover?

A 30-mile radius of Faringdon, Oxfordshire (SN7 7SS): Oxford, Swindon, Wantage, Witney, Abingdon, Didcot, Carterton, Lechlade, Highworth, Cirencester, Marlborough, Newbury and more. Enter your postcode at booking to confirm in seconds.

How much does it cost?

Home Stay £110/night (£140 peak), VIP Stay £160/night, bespoke Concierge from £225. See exact prices for your dates and book online.

Is there a meet-and-greet first?

Always, and it's free. We meet you and your dog before any stay so everyone's relaxed and we know exactly how to care for them.

Is my dog safe with you?

Your dog is the only guest, in a real family home with a secure garden — never a kennel. We're insured, DBS-checked and canine first-aid trained, with a named local vet on call, and we always meet you and your dog first at a free meet-and-greet.

What if my dog isn't happy?

If your dog ever seems genuinely unhappy in our home, we will tell you honestly, stop the stay and refund every unused night. We would always rather lose a booking than board a dog who isn't content.

Do you take more than one dog from the same family?

Because the whole idea is one dog only, we normally take a single dog. If you have two dogs from the same household who are inseparable, email us — we'll talk it through honestly and only say yes if we can do it brilliantly.

How do I pay, and is it secure?

You pay online when you book, by card, through Stripe — the same secure payment system used by millions of businesses. You'll get an instant confirmation by email.

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