About Dog Days

To help fill the void when her beloved Hal died in June 2008, Julie Dalby decided to set up a bespoke dog-minding service. Conscious of the fact that many owners (herself included!) are reluctant to leave their beloved pets to the tender mercies of kennels, where exercise is strictly limited and there is little or no interaction with the individual dogs, she determined that she´d welcome pets into her own home as part of the family - and receive personal attention at all times, tailored to their specific needs

Julie has over 20 years´experience - including with large breeds (Hal was a Dobermann!).

Each guest (up to a maximum of two at any one time) is treated with loving care and attention.  Dogs are walked as often as they need or want!

Dietary needs are followed according to Owner´s instructions, and medication, if necessary, is given as indicated by your vet.

Dogs are welcome from one night to three weeks or more (longer periods by prior arrangement). Stays of over two weeks are subject to a deposit

Booking

Making a booking for your pet couldn´t be simpler. Just give Julie a call, or send a short e-mail with your contact details and preferred date/s.

Assuming your preferred dates are available, Julie would like to meet your dog beforehand and you´ll be asked a few questions to establish your dog´s or dogs´ exact requirements, such as diet, medication, walking regime, is he/she frightened of thunder?,  and so on. That way, Julie can make sure that your pet receives the best possible care and attention - just as if they were at home. You´ll also be asked for your contact details while you´re away (if any), and your vet´s details.

Christmas Bookings

Owners are strongly advised to book well in advance for Christmas, Easter and other popular holiday periods.

You can drop off and pick up your pet at any reasonable time - and remember you only pay for the number of nights!