A wonderful haven for you dog. If you worry about leaving your best friend when you're off on…read moreholiday, or just need a breather, then consider using the dog hotel. The owner is a trained dog carer and adores the animals that stay in her home. She'll do everything she can to keep you and your dog happy whilst apart; including email updates, texts or calls. Only 2/3 dogs are taken in at any one time. This service bares no similarity to a kennel - it's a true home from home. Prices are fantastic and the service exceptional. Just take your dog's bed, food and any special requests. There's outside space and the dogs are walked in the morning and evening too. Really, don't hesitate.

I would like to strongly refute the previous review. The Canine Country Retreat provides a loving…read moreand stimulating environment for dogs in day care or 'holiday' stays. Fiona herself is a delight - someone who is utterly committed to the welfare of the dogs in her care. My own rescue Jack Russell who is a rather nervous and fearful soul, cannot wait to get there and clearly has a great time in exploring the huge garden, going for walks and relaxing in the home comforts Fiona provides. I cannot speak too highly of this establishment and the owner.

From the owner: The Home Boarding alternative to Kennels…read more Providing a home from home environment for Small/Medium size Dogs. Situated in the heart of Constable Country, taking walk's along the Essex Way. Give your dog a holiday while you are away.

Sarah has been looking after our dogs for a number of years now and I have found her to be very…read morereliable, trustworthy and caring. Sarah's attention to our dogs is phenomenal, she cares as much for our animals when she is with them as we would. If there is a problem then she would contact us straight away. Our dogs have plenty of walks throughout the days, but not too much for our old dog as she can not walk too far, Sarah walks our dogs to their individual needs. Sarah even looks after our fish for us so we don't have to worry about them. We have never had to worry about leaving her in charge of our house as we have found her to be totally trustworthy and she would be the only one to have access to our house, everything is always left in the same place as we have left it. Basically I would always have Sarah to house and dog sit as she has become someone we believe in, my dogs always look well looked after and happy when we return from our holiday, and I think thats how you can tell when you have someone good.... the animals will let you know!

We had been using Clay Hill Cattery for a while for our two cats and had, we thought, a good…read morerelationship with the owner. Sadly, one of our cats passed and we continued to take our remaining elderly girl to Clay Hill. She was though, very car sick each time on the 25-minet drive to and from our home and eventually, we decided to find a nearer cattery, to spare her the discomfort. We had booked her in for another stay, so a nice email was sent, three weeks before the booking, cancelling the booking, explaining the circumstances and thanking the owner for looking after our cats in the past. We heard no more from Clay Hill and moved on. Some time later, we mistakenly paid Clay Hill for stay booked at the new cattery and emailed Clay Hill, apologising for the mistake and asking that the money be refunded. Weeks pass and we heard nothing back, so we rang Clay Hill. What followed was a very unpleasant conversation, with the owner accusing us of wating for a refund on pre-paid days (we received no refund, though we were allowed credit on unused days for a future booking) before deciding to go elsewhere. As for recovering the money sent in error, the owner informed us that our email address had been blocked, and if we wanted our money back, we'd have to write a letter with our bank details. A letter was duly sent and signed for at the cattery, but no money was ever refunded. To be clear, we were happy with the care our cats received at Clay Hill, though we were never allowed to see the living space, however the welfare of our elderly cat is our priority and moving her to a nearer cattery the right thing to do for her and indeed, our prerogative. We've run our own businesses, know how hard it can be and have never left a negative review before, however unpleasant behaviour to clients and the keeping of money to which we are not entitled is not something we'd even contemplate. A great shame, but there it is.

Have taken our labrador puppy, Charlie, (well, he's just over 1 now) to a couple of local places…read moreand Browngates is by far the one he most enjoys. The staff are very helpful and friendly - and you get the sense that they really like looking after the dogs (and cats). There are a few long-term boarders there and many returning dogs. Also, it can be very busy during holiday season so worth booking the time in advance. On an even more positive note - Charlie always comes back full of beans, tail wagging and smelling extremely clean, with gleaming fur. All you dog owners will appreciate how nice it is to have a good smelling pooch (at least for a little while).

k9 nanny is a brilliant place to send your dog. Tara and Pete are a wonderful couple and nothing is…read moretoo much trouble. Wouldn't dream of sending my dog anywhere else!! Michele and Tim Streatfield

I travel a lot due to work, and when I do I always use Jade at Hill Street Hounds. She is always…read morevery attentive to my puppy and is always available at the last minute (I sometimes don't have much notice when I have to leave town). She is always in a wonderful mood and never late for a visit. I love the picture updates and short summaries she sends, and the FaceTime visits are great when I'm missing her. I know whenever I have to leave town or work during the day, my little girl is always well taken care of.

1st4 London Pet Sitting provide a loving alternative to boarding your pets at a kennel or cattery…read more Our priority is to provide first class care for your pets. We strive to replace the care that you provide at home with a professional and loving alternative. With 1st4 London Pet Sitting, you no longer need to impose upon your friends and family, with the worry about what they are thinking or, even worse, the worry about how your dog is. Visit our website for more details http://www.london-pet-sitting.com Whether your pet needs just a one-off session with 1st4 London Pet sitting, a weekend, a couple of weeks or a regular session, please contact us. Remember, your pet's care and well-being are our number one priority. Number two, close behind, is your peace of mind. Video link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRtrCgh_3NE

I obviously love them - as I work for them. They are very professional and put the care of the pet…read moreand client above all. We are all police checked and insured. So no hesitation Claire