In first instance you can contact us via our website enquiry form, Facebook or email.

Paws in the Paddocks are based in the tranquil countryside of South Norfolk, in a village between Diss and Long Stratton.

Yes, Paws in the Paddocks have locked gates at all times, a double gated system and 5ft stock fencing around the perimeter.

Yes, Paws in the Paddocks are licensed by South Norfolk council and are rated 5*.

Yes, Paws in the Paddocks offer a “Meet and Greet” where you can take a look around with your dog and decide if it meets your needs.

Yes, Paws in the Paddocks offer both day care and homeboarding.

Paws in the Paddocks are open from 07:00 to 19:00 seven day a week, offering half day, standard day (up to 8 hours) or an extended day (over 8 hours) within that time period.

In bad weather Paws in the Paddocks use their indoor space, which is designed for comfort and safety, with non-slip flooring, fun rainy-day activities, and quiet areas for your dog to relax.

Paws in the Paddocks recommend owners provide their own food to maintain their dogs preferred diet. Dogs are then fed according to the owner’s instructions.

Same family dogs can be kept together. Individual dogs homeboarding are allocated their own individual space.

Paws in the Paddocks accept entire males and un-spayed females subject to assessment of their behavior to other dogs. Bitches in season are discouraged other than in exceptional circumstances.

Paws in the Paddocks accept puppies as soon as they are fully vaccinated. Socialisation at a young age is encouraged so that the puppy becomes accustomed to the environment and thereby preempting separation anxiety issues at a later stage.

As a minimum, dogs must be vaccinated against canine parvovirus, distemper, infectious canine hepatitis and leptospirosis – currently DHP and L4.  Alternatively, an up-to-date titre test is acceptable for DHP if preferred.  Kennel cough is not mandatory and at the owner’s discretion.

Paws in the Paddocks are registered with a local vet within a 15 min drive.  If your dog becomes unwell and in need of veterinarian attention, contact with vets will be made in the following order:

• Emergency/priority – dog will be taken straight to the local Paws registered vet. Dog’s own veterinary contact details will be provided to the Paws registered vet in order that medical notes can be obtained if necessary. The owner will be contacted as a priority.
• Non-emergency/other issues – if possible, contact will be made with owner to agree action. If owner cannot be contacted, then the dog will be taken to Paws registered vet.

Paws in the Paddocks are open from 07:00 to 19:00 seven day a week, dogs may be dropped off and collected anytime during these hours with prior arrangement.

Paws in the Paddocks use buddy groups based on your dog’s size, age and temperament. Dogs often stay with the same buddies so relationships and confidence can grow, however we also like to encourage them to make new friends.

Day Care – invoiced monthly in arrears

Homeboarding – payable in full prior to start of boarding period

Payment can be made by BACs transfer or cash.

Day Care – less than 48 hours full amount is payable

Homeboarding – Deposit if 30 to 10 days’ notice, less than 10 days full payment.