The sign as you turn into Rockmeadow says 'welcome to you and your owner' which nicely sums up the…read morespirit of the place I think. A family run business who also take in Irish Setters on behalf of the Setter Rescue organisation, John also breeds and shows his lovely setters. The kennels looks after all dog breeds - I don't think there is a cattery at all - and there is a really positive vibe about the place. The office is a bit chaotic but clearly they'd rather be with the dogs than doing filing - that's fine with me. Our setter has been twice and she was so excited when she went the second time, almost a year after the first, was was lovely to see. Recommended. http://www.rockmeadow.co.uk/

Our dogs regularly stay at Rockmeadow Kennels, and are always happy when they get there and when we…read morecome pick them up. John (the owner) is always friendly and accommodating, even when we give little notice. John couriered our dogs from Heathrow to the kennels when we arrived in the UK, and did everything he could to ensure the dogs were happy. We couldn't ask for a better place to keep our dogs!

We have used Cranfield Kennels for years for all of our dogs. Coco our first dog used to be upset…read morein the kennels and the owner Anne used to take him into her home. Our 4th dog Champers became ill whilst we were on holiday and Anne took her to the vets where she was operated on and looked after her until we returned. We are now on our 6th dog Max and would not use any other kennels. We live in Hatfield Peverel and whilst on holiday in Cyprus we met another couple who take their dog to Cranfield Kennels and they lived in Dagenham! Superb service and lovely people. We wouldn't leave our dogs anywhere else.

From the owner: Boarding of dogs, cats and all small animals.read more

We have been using Elmtree Doggy Daycare for a number of months now. Our dog Stella loves going…read morethere and comes back happy and ready for her evening nap. All of the team at Elmtree Doggy Daycare (a special shoutout to the young man who picks up Stella and brings her home) are wonderful and very loving with the animals in their care.

I've just picked up my doggy after her two week stay at Elmtree…read more My dog is a nervous one at best and with her slightly neurotic tendencies I was looking for somewhere for her to go that was a bit more than the norm. She usually stays with my in-laws, but they were also galavanting, so I had to find another option. After some research online I found Elmtree. I went over all the reviews I could find and couldn't find anyone with a negative word to say about them. Unfortunately I wasn't able to check out the place before hand, so I was going wholly on these reviews. The run up to her stay was very smooth. They answered all my emailed questions efficiently and kindly. I changed my mind about a few things and they were very accommodating. I was planning on getting her picked up and dropped off, but when the invoice came it was £72 each way and I decided that was just too much on top of everything else. We dropped her off the morning that we flew, it was a particularly hot and sweaty day and we'd got lost trying to find the place. Thanks, Google Maps. (Don't walk through the cemetery, unless you know where the gap in the wall is.) I was a bit stressed because of the heat and the impending 'leaving my dog with strangers.' When we arrived the lady at the front desk was awesome; very friendly and welcoming. She called through for someone to come and get my dog once all the incidentals had been looked at, like her vaccinations card and they also asked whether she'd been spayed. Then a lady came and got her. That was pretty much it and I have to admit, I was a little bit ..well I think shocked is too dramatic a word to use, but.. for want of a better one... I had arrived early hoping to get a look at where my dog was going to stay and she what she would be up to, I thought that seeing as they allowed people to drop in that it wouldn't be a problem. When I asked the lady if I could come too, she said that it wasn't really convenient and started to walk away with my doggy. I started to cry and was like.. can I just say good bye to which, of course, the lady happily stopped and I gave my doggy a hug before she was taken down the corridor. When I came to pick her up there was a similar situation. The lady came and dropped her off and was lovely enough, but I think had I not probed for questions about how my dog had been during her stay then I don't think I would have had any feedback on the last two weeks and that kinda aggrieved me somewhat. I *know* that I'm an oversensitive pet owner (this is my first dog,) but I think that probably comes as standard for someone who forks out over £500 for their pet to be boarded over two weeks. When I first left her with my in-laws I had written four sides of A4 for them to be aware of all her little idiosyncrasies - so yeah - a little overboard, I know - but I felt that Elmtree knew nothing of the dog they had just taken to look after. I know that this is what they do, so they have experience of all kinds of doggy behaviours, so perhaps it's not really for their info, but just perhaps more from the owner. My friend's dog goes somewhere similar on a day basis when she can't work from home and at the end of the day she receives a little card to say what her dog had been up to what she had eaten, etc. It's the personal touches that make it - especially for this neurotic dog owner. The only other thing I feel I should mention is that my dog is quite a bit thinner on her return. As to how grams I'm not sure at the moment, but she is visibly more boney than she was when she went in. I know for a fact that she was fed a lot because the lady who dropped her off remarked on how much she ate - so I think that it probably has a lot more to do with the constant play with other puppies for two weeks, but it's so noticeable I thought it was worth a mention. Overall I am happy with my dog's stay at this place and now that she's been there and returned a happy looking chappy, I would happily board her there again. I think there is a good chance that I turned up at too busy a time, but if you're hella neurotic like me be prepared to probe a bit to find out the information that you want.

My 12 week old puppy attends this day care and is superbly looked after and adores the owner! I…read moreresearched and went by recommendation when looking for appropriate day care for my puppy. I have met the owner and observed her interaction and reaction of my puppy to her and been most impressed with her knowledge and care given. This place came highly recommended from other dog owners. I have no concerns about sending him here and he is a proving to be a confident ,well adjusted dog with good manners and shows no signs of anxiety or distress associated with the owner or the care provided. I would not hesitate to recommend this place to other dog owners in the future.

From the owner: A second home for your dog. Free Range Dog Day Care & Dog boarding on 3 acres of land for £18 per…read moreday/night. Pick up & Drop off included

Our Jack Russel Nelson has been on a couple of days because we were were concerned that he was not…read moresocialised well enough. Nelson had a great time! The first time he came home so tired he could barely stand up from running around playing all day! Nelson was actually fine with all the other dogs and always wants to play. We will definitely be sending Nelson for more days in the future as it obviously does him good.

Matt and his team have been nothing short of fantastic. We recently moved to London from the U.S…read more and didn't know where to turn for dog sitting/boarding and day play. We took a chance on City Paws after reading the other reviews and are so glad we did! They were available to take our dogs quite last minute for a few days when we had to go out of town and they are very flexible with day play dates. We love knowing that when they are boarding with City Paws that they are staying at the home of a City Paws staffer rather than a kennel or crate at some sort of facility. One of our dogs is a rescue and has always been nervous around new people but he seems completely at ease with Matt and his team. Both dogs are excited when they are picked up in the morning and seem to have an awesome time whenever they go out with City Paws for the day. They always come home happy, enthusiastic and exhausted (in the best way possible). Matt is also super responsive and easy to communicate with. He has even FaceTimed us so we could see the dogs playing at their property outside London. Long story short - we highly recommend City Paws!

I cannot say enough good things about Kira and her company. I initially needed a pet taxi service…read moreto collect my dog from the groomer and that has since developed into using her weekly for walks, doggy daycare and boarding. She's extremely responsive to queries and has been accommodating to any last minute requests or times my schedule has changed unexpectedly. Most importantly, I know my dog is in great hands when he's in her care and is always in great spirits after. She's great about sending pictures and updates even on the daily walks, and adds personal touches when taking care dogs (like throwing my dog a birthday party when I unexpectedly had to go out of town!) I always know he's in great hands under her care and would highly recommend!

From the owner: Whether it's a solo walk or a long board our aim is the same- to care for & make your pet feel…read moreconfident & comfortable while they are without you (and have fun & cuddles- if they are those sort of pets). Services provided: Dog Boarding Other Pet Boarding Dog Day Care/Adventure Days Dog Walking Pet Sitting Pet Taxi What sets us apart from other companies is that we care for your pet following your rules. We want to ensure your pets are not returned to you with bad habits. Once we know what your pet is/isn't permitted to do we can focus on making their time enjoyable. We value our clients and their pets thus we provide a pet service that is flexible and completely tailored to their needs - you never know when flights are going to be delayed or you need to work late- the last thing you want to worry about is your pet on top. That's why any last minute bookings or small changes are no hassle for us! We're happy knowing your pets are ok and you are not stressed thinking about them. A family business. Est. 2013 Fully insured. Public Liability Insurance of £1,000,000 and Professional Indemnity cover of £1,000,000. I have a clear Basic Disclosure (CRB Checked). I am a fully qualified dog trainer (completed a Professional Dog Training Course finishing with a Distinction). Flexible drop off & collection times. We offer complimentary local pick up and drop offs for boarded pets between 9am-9pm. Regular photo updates provided.

Best dog care in surrey, for the love of dogs and not profit, I recently became redundant and moved…read morehome and needed someone to care for my great dane Misty, I only had two hundred pounds for boarding but Ray and the team kept her for two months and didnt charge any extra, they fed her and treated her with lots of love, thank you so much it was very much appreciated and when back to normal i will be using your day care and boarding and will let everyone know how kind and loving you have been if i could give more than five stars i would. Thank You

We take our Yorkshire terrier here twice a week, he gets so excited as soon as we mention happy dog…read morecare. He has lots of doggy friends both large and small. The care and attention he receives from the happy dog care team is amazing they are all so friendly and happy, it's always a pleasure to see them in the morning. I can not recommend them enough!!

I wouldn't hesitate to leave my dog Poppy with Sandy, She is reliable and good with her…read more George T

From the owner: We are conscientious, non-smoking, animal loving, and trustworthy professional. We understand the…read morecommitment and dedication required to look after your pet(s). We repeat bookings pets and looked after pets in Vigo, Meopham, Borough Green, Wrotham, Fawkham and Northfleet. We take pride in our services putting your pet as the priority. We offer Dog Walking, Home Boarding and Day Care.

Spare but decent, with staff that try hard and keep the place clean…read more The kennels are located behind a nondescript vet's office on the A112 in Walthamstow - keep a sharp eye out, as the building is easy to miss. This is not a luxury pet hotel, it's a large kennel facility. The prices are low, and the attached vet's office is theoretically able to handle emergencies that might happen while the owner is away, although I haven't personally had to test their abilities. The grounds are nothing spectacular, with a few fenced outdoor areas and a main path upon which some dogs get walked. The facility is noisy, as I believe not all of the dogs get walked daily. Our dog is deaf, so she doesn't notice. I've had generally good experiences with the staff. Most of the workers are young women who seem to care about the pets with which they've been entrusted, but seem to have somewhat uneven experience and handling abilities. Our dog has gotten generally good treatment there, although despite being small (18 lbs) and elderly (about to be 12 years old), she can be cranky, and not every employee has been able to handle her as a result. Still, the kennels she's been put in have been sizable and kept reasonably clean, and she's been in better shape at the end of her stays here than at other facilities. Bottom line: if you want your dog or cat to be pampered and get lots of personal attention, this is not the facility for you. But if your pet can't be kept with others (like ours) and you need a place that will house and care for her without costing a fortune, you could do much worse than these kennels.

Three weeks after making a simple enquiry and declining it, an invoice arrives for a kennel space…read morethat I never booked in the first place and specifically said I didn't want two weeks in advance!