Pet Boarding at Ferne Animal Sanctuary
– dog and cat boarding facilities –
For 85 years, Ferne has set the standard for exceptional care for dogs and cats. Having rescued, cared for, and rehomed tens of thousands of animals, we’re now delighted to offer pet boarding for when you’re on holiday or away from home. Nestled in the beautiful Blackdown Hills, Ferne provides the perfect setting, with a dedicated team and state-of-the-art facilities to ensure your pet enjoys a truly home-from-home experience.
At Ferne, we understand that every pet is unique, with its own personality and preferences. Whether your cat loves lounging, or your dog enjoys long walks, we offer flexible services to meet all your pet’s needs.
Your pet will be in the safest of hands with our passionate, highly trained team of animal care specialists, all with extensive experience in animal welfare. For us, caring for animals is our top priority, ensuring your pet has a safe, healthy, and enjoyable stay. We also have staff on duty every night to check on your pet, and our close relationships with local vets provide ultimate peace of mind.
Licensed by the council and fully accredited by the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes, we undergo regular inspections to ensure the highest standards of care.
Cattery
Our cattery is nestled in a peaceful spot with views overlooking our plantation area, offering a calm and secure environment for your cat. Each pen is fully insulated, heated, and equipped with an air purifying system. Cats can choose from various bed options, from ground level to raised areas, and enjoy a secure outdoor run with lovely views and fresh air.
The design of our cattery prioritises biosecurity and minimizing stress. Gentle music plays in the background, and we use relaxation aids such as Pet Remedy to further promote calm and comfort. Your cat’s well-being is our top priority.
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Boarding kennels
Set in a rural location our kennels are all generous sizes with attached outdoor runs. Each kennel has underfloor heating which can be set for the comfort of the individual animal. Dogs will get an enrichment activity each day and a minimum 45 minute daily walk and time in the sensory garden to explore, sniff, paddle, play or just chill out. We have an agility set for those who may be more athletic and looking for a more active holiday.
Pet boarding terms and conditions
- Check In and Check Out times can be pre-booked at anytime during our opening hours.
- Opening hours are 10:30 am – 12.00 noon and 2 pm – 3.30 pm, 362 days per year, excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.
- Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day and all Bank Holidays are at a 20% premium per animal per day.
- All bookings will be charged at your pets’ daily rate from the day of arrival for their full stay, including the day of departure, regardless of the time in which they are collected.
- Once bookings are confirmed, full payment will be collected. If you cancel your booking prior to 28 days of arrival, your full payment will be refunded.
- We would recommend bringing your pet’s own food to avoid any dietary changes during their stay and keep tummies happy. An item of their own, such as a piece of bedding so they have the familiar scent of home will also help them to settle in.
- All pets boarding with us will need to be appropriately vaccinated, wormed and flea treated. Vaccination cards will need to accompany your pet during their stay with us. Dogs will need to have had their kennel cough vaccination at least 3 weeks before their stay. Cats will need to be vaccinated against flu and feline enteritis.
- Please ensure your microchip details are up to date.
- For owners of entire bitches, please don’t bring her for boarding if she is in, or due to be in season.
- Dogs over the age of 10 and cats over the age of 12 will need to have had a veterinary health check within a month prior to boarding.
- While your pets will receive the best levels of care, pets will be boarded entirely at your own risk, Ferne Animal Sanctuary will not have any liability.
- Should your pet require veterinary treatment whilst staying with us, this will be charged to your bill.