Home from Home Dog Boarding, Crickhowell
What to Expect During Your Dog’s Stay
Dogs stay in our family home and become part of everyday life here. The aim is to provide a calm, safe and comfortable environment where dogs can relax and feel settled while their owners are away. Because I only care for a maximum of 2 dogs at a time, each dog receives plenty of attention and time outdoors.
Availability Spring/Summer 2026
Next availability is now 26th October 2026
A dogs life. . .
Morning
Afternoon
Morning
Each day starts with garden time and breakfast.
Once the dogs are kitted up ready for their walk, we head out for a 45–60 minute walk in or around Crickhowell, occasionally venturing towards Abergavenny and the surrounding countryside.
Midday
Afternoon
Morning
After the morning walk we return home for some quieter time. Some dogs enjoy a little extra play, while others prefer to relax. The enclosed courtyard provides a safe space for stimulation games or little scent hunts, while some dogs are quite happy to snuggle down for a nap.
Afternoon
Afternoon
Afternoon
During the afternoon we usually head out again for another outing onsite in the field or paddock. This is normally around 30 minutes, but I adjust things depending on the dogs staying and their energy levels that day. Afterwards dogs can potter around the cottage or courtyard again before dinner, which follows your dog’s usual routine.
Evenings
Afternoon
Afternoon
Evenings are calm and relaxed, with dogs settling in the house just as they would at home. After dinner we usually spend some quiet time in the lounge while the household winds down. In the colder months many dogs are quite happy to stretch out in front of the log burner before settling down for the night.
Important Requirements
In accordance with my home boarding licence and because dogs stay in a family home environment, there are a few important requirements to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort.
Dogs staying with us must:
- Be up to date with vaccinations (including kennel cough), with boosters given at least two weeks before their stay
- Be good with children
- Be friendly with other dogs
- Be comfortable around cats (we have a resident cat).