“Wag & Wharf looked after our cockapoo for a long weekend and the updates were brilliant. He came home relaxed, clean and happy — we will absolutely book again.”
Sarah M.
Canary Wharf
Home boarding
Home boarding built around your dog.
This is not kennel boarding. Every dog that stays with Wag & Wharf lives in a comfortable, carefully selected home environment — chosen to suit their personality, routine and needs.
A real home — never a kennel.
We never place dogs together simply because space is available. Every placement is considered according to temperament, size, age, behaviour, routine and social compatibility.
Dogs that are reactive, nervous, elderly, medically vulnerable or unable to live with other animals can be considered for an exclusive-care household, subject to assessment and availability.
Dogs receive attentive care throughout their stay and are not routinely left alone.
What’s included
Everything your dog is used to at home.
Comfortable home-based accommodation
Your dog stays in a real home — sofa, garden, warm bed and daily routine included.
Personalised matching
We assess temperament, size, age, behaviour and routine before matching your dog with a carer.
Exclusive dog-free households
For dogs that cannot safely or comfortably stay with other animals. Subject to availability.
Compatible companion-dog options
Sociable dogs can be considered for a home with another carefully matched, friendly dog.
Feeding and medication routines
We follow your written feeding schedule and administer routine medication as required.
Walks and enrichment
Local walks, garden play, mental stimulation and calm downtime — tailored to energy level.
Sleeping arrangements
Your dog’s sleeping habits are respected — bed, crate or sofa, wherever they’re happiest.
Photo & video updates
Regular messages so you can see how your dog is settling in throughout their stay.
Emergency procedures
Clear escalation, 24-hour contact and pre-agreed veterinary arrangements.
Veterinary details
We record your practice and preferences at booking, and only act with your consent.
Trial stays
Recommended for longer bookings and dogs new to home boarding.
Vaccinations, flea & worming
All boarding dogs must be up to date on vaccinations, flea and worming treatment.
Home boarding assessment
Tell us about your dog.
This assessment helps us plan safe, appropriate care. Please share full and accurate information — including any medical or behavioural details.
Home boarding reviews
What owners say about our home boarding.
“I was nervous about leaving my rescue dog with anyone, but the meet and greet put me completely at ease. She was matched with a lovely carer and I had photos every day.”
James T.
Greenwich
Questions about home boarding?
Call us for an informal chat about your dog’s needs, availability and how our home boarding works.