Licensed Dog Boarding, Doggy Daycare And Dog Walking Services in Cannock
Official Licence Number: CCDCDOGBOARD/38/24
Licence awarded by Cannock Chase Council in accordance with meeting all the requirements to a high standard of the animal welfare regulations 2018
Dog home boarding and Doggy Daycare In Cannock, Staffordshire
4 STAR RATING
Hi we are Stew and Becca and we own and run an officially licensed dog boarding and doggy daycare facility based in our dog friendly home in Cannock , Staffordshire WS11
We LOVE dogs and with over 30 years experience between us your best friend will be in safe hands. WE PROMISE to care for your best friend as if he/she was our own! We have a diploma in pet care, qualified in pet first aid, fully insured and have been DBS checked for your peace of mind.
Our home has been modified with your dogs best interests, safety, happiness and wellbeing at heart and we are pleased that by doing this we have been awarded a 4 STAR RATING from Cannock Chase Council.
The 4 Star rating has been awarded on the basis that the premises are safe and secure, lots of inside space and a big secure garden that your dog will have access to all day. We also have an enrichment program in place to keep your dog stimulated and happy throughout their stay with us, we will go on lots of fun walks and offer lots of playtime. There will be lots of human interaction and socialisation with other dogs (at the owners consent) The rating has also been given on the basis that us as your dogs carers, are qualified and exceed all the necessary requirements to be able to look after your loved pooch.
What We Offer
A Home From Home in Cannock Staffordshire
We offer a unique affordable service providing a family home environment for your favourite four legged family member, while you are away from home in Cannock Staffordshire. A Better alternative to your dog staying in dog kennels, why not let them stay in a loving happy friendly family home where they will get lots of attention and a heap of cuddles.
Little Buddies Dog Retreat will look after your priceless pooch. With us, they will be safe and secure in our large family home. Your dog will become part of our family for however long they are with us, whether your going on holiday for a month or just work commitments for a day, no problem we got you covered! We offer home boarding services and doggy daycare. Your dog will benefit from as much exercise and stimulation as there individual needs require. We are very passionate about dogs and highly sensitive to their needs. Most dogs are adverse to change so we offer a complete home from home service. Allowing you to enjoy your time away without the worry of them being alone in a kennel, we know you will be missing your best friend whilst your away so we are more then happy to send photos and videos whilst you are away if this is something you would like us to do to.
We have a genuine passion for dogs. We rescued our dog Banjo from a rescue centre in Spain and have loved him since the day we met him!. We have been fortunate enough to have family members to look after him when we went away however we realise not everyone is this lucky.
This is where we would be happy to help !
The Retreat
We have modified our detached home with your dog at the forefront of our minds. We have made it into a little holiday home for your dog to enjoy giving
you peace of mind whilst you are away on a well deserved holiday or attending an event.
The retreat is safe and secure in all areas of the premises. We have plenty of space for your dog to play but also offer lots of comfortable areas for relaxation.
Outside
Big safe and secure area, as well as tall solid fencing we have also installed a double gate system, in doing this it adds extra safety giving you the peace of mind that your dog is safe and cant escape. We have a segregated garden area , this consists of a shaded slabbed area which then leads onto our newly installed pet friendly artifiual grass. This area is a MASSIVE 100 square meters giving your fur babies a massive play area for plenty of fun and unlimited zoomies !!This garden is great for all weathers and has been laid with your dogs happiness at the forefront of our minds. this garden also is flood lit which is great for the winter months when the nights draw in. We also have a camera in the garden for that little extra security.
If your furry friend just wants to be outside but also wants to be in the shade in a be comfortable area then we have a outdoor sofa for your dog to relax on which is shaded at all times.
On hot days we will limit the amount of time dogs spend in the garden for the dogs own health, however on these days we will have a dog paddling pool and a water sprinkle system help your best friend stay cool.
Inside
Spacious areas with plenty of places to relax! French doors that open out into the big garden area. There are no loose cables within our property, so no risk to your dog. Smoke alarms in the living room , kitchen, hallway and upstairs landing as well as a carbon monoxide detector in the kitchen and these are tested regularly. Plenty of dog toys within the house. We have external fans stored ready for each room if the weather gets too hot. lots of dog beds scattered around our home plus lots of comfy sofas for your dogs to relax on….We also have installed cameras in the kitchen, garden, lounge and hallway for that extra bit of security for your fur babies. We have also installed pet stairgates within our home for when/if we need to segregate the dogs within our care. We also have dog crates which are only used for crate trained dogs.
Home Boarding
There own little holiday with us!
Staying in our large detached home your dog will be treated as a member of our family whilst you are away.
We will care for them as you would .
Unlimited access to the our big secure garden
Variety of toys to play with
Lots of walking adventures (at the owners consent)
Lots of human interaction, attention, love and cuddles
Paying attention to each dogs separate needs and requirements.
Socialisation with other dogs including our super friendly dog
Banjo! (Playing with his pals is his favourite!)
Doggy Daycare
It might be you have work commitments or you just need someone to look after your best friend during the day, no problem! Your dog can come stay with us for the day knowing that he/she will be in safe hands, having lots of fun! with plenty of tail wagging going on.
Unlimited access to the garden
Lots of toys to play with
Walking adventures (with owners consent)
Lots of human interaction, attention, love and cuddles
We pay attention to each dogs separate needs and requirements.
Socialisation with other dogs including our super friendly dog
Banjo! (Playing with his pals is his favourite!)
Dog Walking
Not enough time in the day to give your pooch a decent walk? Let us help!
We offer different walks to suits your dogs specific needs.
What we offer :
1 Hour solo walks - this is ideal for nervous or anxious dogs
1/2 Hour Local solo walks - Great for the older dogs
1 Hour group walks - 3 dogs maximum.
Fun & Run Session
90 minutes of pure fun and play for your pooch! located at a secure field your dogs will be off lead free to run and play till their hearts content! interacting and socializing in turn giving them a lot of mental stimulation, lots of wagging tails and you should get a tired happy dog at the end of the day
What we offer :
Off lead fun
access to lots of toys
Pick up and drop off of your dog/s
Secure field - Ideal for dogs to burn off all that energy in a secure safe environment.
Meet the dog loving Family!
Meet Stew
Hi! I’m Stew and I am the owner of Little Buddies.
When i was 2 years old I was petrified of dogs so my parents got one at a early age (3 years old) this got me over my fear and ever since then I’ve always had a dog in my life. I’ve always loved all animals, however dogs have always been my favourite! Taking care of them is my passion and always been a major part of my life.
I’ve got over 20 years experience in caring for dogs and I get so much fulfilment out of it. It doesn’t feel like a job really as its something I just love doing. I Love walking and I am an outdoorsy person so i love taking the dogs for a stroll, this could be up Cannock Chase, Chase water or a nature reserve and I am not scared of a little rain or a little mud ! I’m qualified with a diploma in pet care and am pet first aid trained. I am DBS checked and am happy to show this to anyone who wants to see it . I feel so very lucky that i get the chance to look after your gorgeous dogs. Its the best job ever!
Any spare time I get I can be seen out with my camera photographing wildlife , if you are interested in that kind of thing and want to see any of the shots I have taken then the link below will take you there.
I hope to meet you and your gorgeous dogs soon, Thanks for reading.
Stew x
Meet Becca
Hi, I’m Becca, co-owner of Little Buddies.
I have had rescue dogs my whole life and I have rescued from the UK and oversea. Giving a dog the best home I can is so rewarding! This as many know comes with a unwritten history to your new best friend.
You can be assured that as a dog mom I will look after yours just like I do with little Banjo. With lots of love, treats and the best sniff walks. With a busy day job I love nothing more on my days off then putting on my boots and going for a trek, rain or shine!.
I’m also DBS Checked and trained in pet first aid.
I look forward to getting to know you and your little fur babies
Bec xxx
Meet Banjo
Hey! I am Banjo, a mini German Shorthaired Pointer so I am only little!
I was born in Spain, however I didn’t like it to much over their and thankfully my mummy and daddy came and rescued me.
I love to play and I love making new friends with the doggy’s who come to my home. I’m very friendly. My favourite toy is a ball, my other favourite things are walkies, eating and sleeping. I am a Spanish boy at heart so you will find me in all the best sun spots soaking it up!
Banjo x
Here are some of our reviews
“Stew & Bec boarded our 2 dogs for 10 days, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect family to look after them both.
Our rescue is a very shy, sensitive soul and takes a bit to gel but could see after only a few days the happiness in the great photos provided to document their stay. My spaniel also enjoyed her favourite sport played most days ( ball) with the guys as well.
It has been an absolute dream to be able to leave my 2 fur babies with such a nice family!!!
Would highly recommend to others, Stew and Bec welcome your dogs into their lovely home to be part of the family for their stay. Really 5 stars isn’t enough. a huge thank you and will absolutely be returning”
Sian ( Pippa & Meg )
“I cant thank you all enough…Osa has a second home and she definitely had the best time ever! So much so she didnt want to come home…all th videos and photos was just what i needed when i was away, seeing how happy Osa was made my holiday even more enjoyable… got to admit i was jealous as she loved you all so much! I loved how happy oasa was and it was like home from home for her… I sorry i had to stay a extra day but you was more than happy to keep her…which was amazing thank you so much all our love Sarah & Osa”
Sarah ( Osa )
“Rodney has loved his stay with Little Buddies. I was updated daily with pictures of him having lots of fun. I would definitely recommend and will 100% be using Little Buddies again. I know its his second home now. Thank you Stew & Bec from the first communication you have been so friendly and knowledgeable.
Rodney will be back again thats for sure'“
Jemma ( Rodney )
“These guys are absolutely fantastic! on such short notice, they were able to arrange a meet & greet then board our 5 year old spaniel for 9 nights. Daily updates and pictures of what activities & enrichment games they’ve gotten up to. Vey settling for us considering this is the first time weve left our dog with someone else… safe to say weve found our go to place for boarding. Thanks a lot guys”
Jordan ( Coop )
“Buster had an amazing day. Regular photo updates and videos and status updates of how he was getting on. Very professional service and a good environment for dogs to play inside and out. I have no doubt in the safety of my dog and his enrichment whilst he is at Little Buddies. The meet and greet and sign up process was very good and reassuring. Buster is thoroughly shattered after a day here and it is so reassuring to leave him with a lovely host and resident dog knowing he’s had a great day whilst i work. If you’re unsure about starting daycare for your dog this is a great place to take them and the reviews speak for themselves ”
Charlie ( Buster )
“I would highly recommend Little Buddies Dog Retreat. Stew and Becca have been great from my first message. Their communication regarding the stay, was amazing. They were happy to provide answers to all my questions.
When i took Patch for his first meet and greet he was at home straight away.
The house was fully prepared for dogs and everything they want was there.
Becca and Stew were friendly and was able to put my mind to rest as we all worry when leaving our fur babies. They have so much love for what they do and this shines through in the service that they provide.
I have booked in again several times and will be recommending them to friends and family”
Hayley ( Patch )
Get in touch
If this dog service sounds perfect for you, we can arrange a meet and greet here at our home to give us the opportunity to meet your dog/s and for your dog/s to meet us and our resident dog.
This is something we feel passionate about so that our home feels familiar to your pet when you leave them. It also gives you the opportunity to meet us and see the facilities we offer.
There's no obligation or cost for this at this point. If you don’t feel its right for you, That's fine, we understand.
your dogs happiness must come first.
07767539968
littlebuddiesdogretreat@gmail.com
116 Cartwright Way, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 0LS
Frequently asked questions and information
How does it work?
Please get in touch with as much information as possible and the dates you would require.
We will then get back to you and arrange booking your dog/s in for there little holiday of their own.
Please note, stays of three or more nights require at least a one overnight settling in stay prior to you going away to ensure your dog will be comfortable whilst you are away.
That’s it , simple as that! There will be a few forms to fill out prior to there stay but apart from that its a case of dropping your best friend off and not having to worry as we will take care of them as it they are a member of our family.
How many dogs do you have in your home at a time?
We are licensed to look after 4 dogs at a time and only run at capacity on occasions where we are busy and there are change over periods we will always check with you first if any dogs are mixing for a short period.
My dog is a puppy will they be ok?
Your puppy will be absolutely fine!
We write individual care plans for each puppy staying with us to care for their needs. whether its lots of short walks for their little legs, or lots of cuddles we have them covered.
We will work with you as in regards to all your puppy’s needs and can even carry on any training you have been implementing.
All we ask is that they are house trained before coming to stay with us.
Plus with regular photo updates you will be able to leave them without the worry
Do you offer your photography as a service?
Yes, Stew is more then happy to take some professional shots of your dog whilst you are away.
These can either be outdoor natural shots , or shots taken inside our home photography studio.
If this is something you are interested in, then just let us know before your dogs stay and we can discuss your requirements and pricing.