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Dog Home Boarding, Day Care And Training | First Steps Dog Training
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Licensed by Canterbury City Council
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Residential Home Dog Boarding And Doggy Day Care £25 up to 4 hours (half day) £30 up to 8 hours (doggy day care) £40 per 12 hours (full day) £40 per night (overnight boarding) Includes: ✓ A private bedroom for your dog (with bed, tv, toys etc) ✓ Daily walks ✓ Feeding according to your routine ✓Enrichment activities ✓ Individual care and attention
Optional Extras: Personalised training while at home boarding: ✓ A personalised training session ✓ Training notes and recommendations to continue at home Optional Pick up and Drop off: To make things easier, collection and drop-off can be arranged for an additional fee. Please contact us to discuss availability and pricing.
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Residential Home Boarding
One To One Private Training Sessions
Residential Home Training Programmes
Contact Us
FAQ 'S
A Safe, Calm and Comfortable Home Away From Home. At First Steps Dog Training, we understand that leaving your dog while you are away can be difficult. Your dog is not just a pet — they are part of your family. That is why our home boarding service provides a calm, personal and caring environment where your dog can feel safe, comfortable and supported while you are away. A home from home, with the care and attention your dog deserves. Personalised Home Boarding In Chartham. Our home boarding takes place from our comfortable two-bedroom home in Chartham, offering a safe and welcoming environment for your dog to settle into.
We understand that some dogs need more than just physical exercise, which is why we also include enrichment activities such as: 🐾Snuffle mats 🐾Lick mats 🐾Puzzle activities 🐾Calm engagement games These activities help provide mental stimulation, encourage natural behaviours and help your dog feel relaxed and settled.
Your dog will have: ✓ Their own dedicated room within the home ✓ Access to a large secure garden ✓ Plenty of nearby walking routes ✓ Access to local fields, rivers and outdoor spaces ✓ Individual care and attention throughout their stay We believe dogs feel most comfortable when they have familiarity, routine and a calm environment around them. Maintaining Your Dog's Routine Every dog has their own habits, preferences and routines.
A Personal Approach To Care because we only board one dog per available room, your dog receives the attention and care they deserve. This allows us to focus on: ✓ Understanding your dog's personality ✓ Keeping their routine consistent ✓ Recognising their individual needs ✓ Helping them feel comfortable in a new environment This is especially beneficial for dogs who may prefer a quieter setting rather than busy kennels or large boarding environments.
Chartham offers fantastic opportunities for enjoyable walks, with access to: 🌿Walks & Enrichment 🌿 Local fields 🌊 Riverside routes 🐾 Quiet walking areas Walks will be tailored around your dog's age, fitness level, personality and normal routine. Whether your dog enjoys exploring, sniffing and taking their time, or prefers a more active adventure, we will ensure their needs are met.
A Personal Approach To Care. Your dog receives the attention and care they deserve. This allows us to focus on: ✓ Understanding your dog's personality ✓ Keeping their routine consistent ✓ Recognising their individual needs ✓ Helping them feel comfortable in a new environment This is especially beneficial for dogs who may prefer a quieter setting rather than busy kennels or large boarding environments.
During their stay, we aim to keep things as familiar as possible by maintaining: 🐾 Regular feeding times 🐾 Fresh water throughout the day 🐾 Walks suited to their usual routine 🐾 Rest and relaxation time 🐾 Mental enrichment activities
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