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Small Dogs, Big Needs: Why Choosing a Kennel That Specialises in Small Dogs is Important for Your Furry Friend’s Well-Being.

As dog owners ourselves, we understand that leaving your furry friend behind can be a daunting experience. We know that you may have questions and concerns about boarding your dog. These concerns are, justifiably, amplified for smaller dogs. Smaller dogs tend to get more attention at home, are generally more nervous and less robust than larger breeds. They also require different handling and care. In this blog, we'll be answering some frequently asked questions about boarding kennels for small dogs.

Getting Ready for Your Furry Friend's Stay: Tips for Preparing Your Dog for Boarding with Harfields Pet Retreat Harfields Pet Retreat is the perfect place to leave your furry friend while you're away on holiday. However, leaving your dog while you go on holiday can be stressful for you and your fur baby. This is especially true if it is the first time you have left them. At Harfields Pet Retreat, we want to make the experience as smooth and comfortable as possible for you and your dog. This blog will provide tips and advice on preparing your dog for boarding with us.

Your Furry Friend Deserves the Best - Why Harfields Pet Retreat is the Perfect Choice for Small Dogs Dogs have been our best friends since before any of us can remember. But they are more than friends. They are family members, and most of us would gladly take them when we take a week or two in the sun or on the slopes. However, not only is this not practical, but it would also be stressful for our dogs. Most of us have two choices. Firstly we can entrust friends or family members to look after our dogs or place them in a boarding kennel while enjoying our holiday. But, unfortunately, boarding kennels conjure up quite negative images for most of us: long rows of cages full of barking dogs and cold concrete floors. For most dogs, this is a shock to the system. They go from having lots of attention and cuddles on the sofa to a mesh cage. Smaller dogs get more attention at home, so the shock is often much worse. At Harfields Pet Retreat, we take pride in providing exceptional care for small and medium-sized dogs. Our luxury boarding kennels are designed to ensure that your furry friend feels safe, comfortable, and loved while you're away on holiday. So if you're looking for a place where your furry friend can relax, Harfields Pet Retreat is the place for them.

Ensuring your pup's well-being and happiness is essential, which is why playtime and activities are integral to a canine-friendly lifestyle! Through regular exercise, mental stimulation through exciting games - like fetch or hide & seek - good sleep hygiene habits, and plenty of socialisation with people and other pups alike. All these can help ensure that your loyal furry friend stays healthy in mind AND body for years to come!

When planning a work trip or holiday, preparing thoroughly and ensuring your dog will be well cared for and safe while you’re away is essential. This blog post will look at some common myths concerning boarding kennels and discuss the benefits of boarding your dog. Let's get started!

Going on holiday and can’t bring your dog? Well, you may feel anxious about leaving your furry child in someone else's care. There are many options you may have stumbled upon, but we recommend dog boarding. It's a way for your dog to have their own holiday while you are away from home too. So, as a pet parent, you need to know how to find the best boarding kennel for your dog. Wondering how to find the best dog boarding kennel near you? — keep reading!