Cumbria has so many dog-friendly activities on offer – woodland walks, the luscious Lake District, and more adventures than your dog can shake a stick at. It really is the place to be! What’s more, if you’re looking for a dog sitting service or alternative to boarding kennels, you’re in luck. The UK’s number one dog home boarder is on your doorstep. Pawsome!
The Cumbrian countryside is an amazing place for a dog walk
Barking Mad offers an award-winning home-from-home dog boarding service. It makes a great alternative to boarding kennels! With an experienced, passionate team of dog lovers, there are plenty of Barking Mad dog sitters in Cumbria just waiting to welcome your pup into their home with open paws. So whether you live in Barrow in Furness, Kendal, on the Solway Coast or anywhere in between, we’re on hand to make sure your pup has a great holiday too. You can find your nearest dog minder here and get in touch to find out more by clicking the button below.
If you’re a lover of all things canine, you may find your true calling by becoming a dog sitter. Becoming a Barking Mad dog sitter means you’ll get to fill that doggy-shaped hole in your life, with full support 24/7. Sound too good to be true? It’s not. You can find out more by clicking the button below.
With views of lakes and mountains in the heart of the forest, this dog-friendly location will make you want to come back, time and time again. There’s miles and miles of pathways to explore, forest trails, a children’s play area, bike hire, sculptures and Go Ape. It’s fun for the whole family here. If you don’t take a picnic, you can enjoy some food and drink at the onsite cafe.
A fell in the Lake District, Walla Crag is a short walk from Keswick Market Square. It offers superb views across Derwentwater. After walking down to Ashness Bridge, you and your pup can also enjoy a pleasant stroll along the shoreline, before returning to Keswick. Why not have a bite to eat in one of the area’s dog-friendly pubs or cafes?
A walk through Common Wood in Ambleside offers excitement and beauty in equal measure. Starting at Windermere train station, it’s a mile and a half long and is signposted well throughout. When you’ve wrapped up your walk you’ll be able to find plenty of dog-friendly tea drinking opportunities in the centre of Windermere.
Built at the turn of the 19th century, Lowther Castle is a great day out for the whole family, your four-legged friend included. Stunning scenery, a host of history and one of the UK’s largest adventure playgrounds, it’s no wonder why it was crowned ‘Large Visitor Attraction of the Year’ in the 2018 Cumbrian Tourism Awards. If you don’t want to take advantage of all the lovely picnic spots, the on-site cafe has great reports.
While our furry friends love long walks in the country, it’s fair to say that like us, they probably enjoy a change from the norm. Well, a trip on a steam yacht gondola from Coniston Jetty is sure to hit the spot. Dogs can ride in style, for free on the outer deck, before jumping off the gondola with you and exploring Brantwood or Monk Coniston, depending on which route you choose.
Dogs just love walking in Cumbria with our dog sitters
While Cumbria’s biggest gift to dogs is the amount of unspoilt, adventure-filled countryside, the County has everything else a pooch might need.
Whether you’re looking to buy pet food, pet treats or even clothes, there’s certainly no shortage of pet shops in Cumbria. Here’s a selection.
Having a trusted vet to hand is an essential part of being a dog owner. Here’s just a few vets in Cumbria.
If you own a four-legged friend, there are sure to be times when you need a trusted and reliable dog sitter. Rated as the UK’s most trusted dog home boarding service, Barking Mad is at your service. Woof!
Testimonials in Cumbria
“Our two girls (miniature schnauzers, Daisy and Luna), have just completed their trial sleepover, ready for us going away in April for the first time whilst being pet owners. We were rather nervous about it, as our two are very pampered pooches! However, we had nothing to fear. Alison was amazing when she came to visit/meet the girls and complete the schedule. They were placed with a lovely host family that was perfect for Daisy and Luna. They came home relaxed, happy and not phased at all by the experience. We also received a lovely postcard, from the host family, telling us what Daisy and Luna had been up to on their overnight stay. We were extremely pleased with the result.”
