Dog Boarding in Devon

About dog boarding in Devon

Tailstays lists 38 boarding kennels across 22 towns in Devon.

The most are in Exeter (7), Plymouth (3) and Crediton (2).

11 of them also take cats.

Anyone running a business that boards dogs in England needs a licence from their local council under the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018. The council inspects the premises and gives a star rating from one to five, which the boarding kennel should be able to show you.

Common questions

Which towns in Devon have the most boarding kennels?

On Tailstays: Exeter (7), Plymouth (3), Crediton (2), Dawlish (2) and Honiton (2).

Can I board dogs and cats together in Devon?

Yes. 11 of the boarding kennels listed here take cats as well.

Do boarding kennels in Devon need a licence?

Yes. Boarding businesses for cats and dogs in England are licensed and star-rated by the local council. You can ask to see the licence and the rating before you book.