Norfolk’s Best Alternative to Dog Boarding Kennels
Plus, the best dog-friendly days out in Norfolk
If you own a dog in Norfolk, you might be looking for a professional dog sitter to take your pup on his or her adventures while you’re off on your own. Well, the good news is, you have the UK’s most loved dog home boarding service right on your doorstep.
Dog sitting by Barking Mad Norfolk
At Barking Mad, our goal is simple – to make sure your dog is well cared for and having as much fun as possible while you’re away. Our experienced network of dog holiday specialists provide a home-from-home dog boarding service, with a bespoke care plan that details everything your dog wants or needs. Whether your furry friend likes three walks a day, has special dietary requirements, or likes nothing more than snuggles on the sofa, we match every dog with the perfect host who shares a similar lifestyle. You can sniff out your local Barking Mad Norfolk dog sitter here.
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If you have a doggy shaped hole in your life but don’t want the commitment of owning one, you might be considering becoming a dog sitter. Why not read more about becoming a Barking Mad host?
Our pick of the best doggy days out in Norfolk
Norfolk has so much to offer dogs, it can be tricky to narrow down places to go! Here, the Barking Mad Norfolk hosts have put together their list of the top places you should go with your pet pooch.
With over 190 miles of rolling countryside, footpaths and nature trails, the Norfolk Broads has something to offer everyone – dogs included.
Salhouse Broad is ideal for families as it has a play area and canoe hire, while Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden boasts 130 acres of ancient woodland in the heart of The Broads.
If you’re thinking about a dog-friendly walking holiday in The Broads, Weaver’s Way offers 61 miles of diverse woodlands, historic country estates, disused railways and mixed farmland.
North Norfolk is a doggie paradise and is reputed to be one the of the most dog-friendly spots in the UK.
Heacham Beach provides plenty of opportunity to stroll by the sea and is one of the prettiest spots in the area. Heacham South is lined with sand dunes and offers more opportunities for your dog to run free, while Heacham North has a promenade and requires more on-lead time.
Other beaches ideal for having fun with Fido include Old Hunstanton. While New Hunstanton is a resort-style affair, Old Hunstanton is an expansive sandy beach that is more dog-friendly.
Perhaps the jewel in the crown of Norfolk’s dog-friendly beaches is Holkham Beach. With a vast span of unspoiled sandy beach and a spectacular shallow lagoon, it’s no wonder that it was chosen as the location for Gwyneth Paltrow to walk along the sand at low tide during the closing scenes of ‘Shakespeare in Love’. This beach has also been crowned ‘Best Beach’ in the Kennel Club’s Dog Friendly Award.
If you fancy a meal out in Norfolk with your furry friend by your side, you’ll certainly be spoiled for choice. Some of the best dog-friendly pubs include, but are not limited to:
Dog home boarding in Norfolk
If you’re not around to take Fido on his or her adventures, why not let one of our Barking Mad hosts do it for you? You can find your local dog sitter here.
