LUXURY HOME BOARDING IN A CALM, COUNTRYSIDE SETTING
A safe, personal alternative to kennels — where your dog stays as part of the home.
At Willow & Lead Canine Care, home boarding offers dogs a relaxed, secure stay within a genuine home environment.
With over Ten years of professional pet care experience, I provide attentive, structured care for dogs who are happiest in a calm setting rather than a busy kennel.
Spaces are intentionally limited to maintain a peaceful atmosphere, allowing each dog to receive personal attention, routine, and comfort.
Leaving your dog should never feel stressful. I take the time to understand your dog’s personality, habits, and needs so they feel secure and settled during their stay — giving you reassurance that they are cared for with experience, patience, and genuine affection.
What’s Included In the service
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A True Home Environment.
Your dog lives as part of the household, with comfortable rest areas, companionship, and supervision throughout the day.
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Limited Boarding Spaces.
I keep numbers low, with a maimun of 3 dogs, to ensure a calm environment and to give each dog the attention and care they deserve.
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Routine & Familiarity.
Feeding times, walk routines, and sleep arrangements are kept as close as possible to what your dog is used to at home.
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Countryside & Nature-Based Routes.
Living close to safe green spaces and walking paths allows for varied, enriching walks away from heavy traffic and busy urban environments.
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Calm, Experienced Handling.
With a background in professional pet care, I am confident managing different temperaments while maintaining a safe, relaxed atmosphere.
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Ideal For Dogs Who…
Prefer home comforts over kennel environments
Enjoy a quieter, more personal setting
Need consistency and routine
Thrive with calm, confident handling
May feel unsettled in busy boarding facilities
FAQS
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Yes, I have a 5 Star Home Boarding Licence No. 26/0071/ANHOM issued by Swindon Borough Council, and appropriate insurance is in place. You can view these documents. Your dog’s safety and welfare are always the priority.
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I only board a maximum of 3 dogs, to maintain a calm, safe home environment and to ensure each dog receives personal attention and supervision.
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Dogs sleep inside the home in a comfortable, safe area. We recommend you bring their usual bedding or a blanket to help them feel settled and secure.
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Dogs are part of the household routine and are not left for long periods ( a maximum of 3 hrs). Any short absences are planned carefully to ensure dogs remain comfortable and settled.
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Yes — feeding times, walking habits, sleep arrangements, and any specific preferences are discussed beforehand so your dog’s stay feels familiar and reassuring.
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Medication can be administered as required with clear instructions provided in advance.
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Yes — I require a 24-hour trial overnight stay before accepting a dogs first bookings (unless the first booking is an overnight). This allows your dog to experience the home environment, routine, and time away from their owner in a calm, gradual way. It also helps ensure they are happy, settled, and comfortable here, giving reassurance that future stays will be a positive experience for everyone.
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You will be contacted immediately, and if needed, your vet (or the nearest veterinary practice) will be consulted to ensure prompt care.

