Dog Boarding in Durham

About dog boarding in Durham

Tailstays lists 5 boarding kennels in and around Durham, all within about 9 miles of Durham centre. Closest to the centre: Shincliffe Mill Boarding Kennels (1.6 miles) and Deerness Kennels (1.9 miles).

3 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.

Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Centre points © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Common questions

Which boarding kennels are closest to Durham centre?

Shincliffe Mill Boarding Kennels (1.6 miles) and Deerness Kennels (1.9 miles), measured in a straight line from Durham centre.

Is there somewhere in Durham that boards dogs and cats together?

Yes. 3 of the boarding kennels listed here take cats as well: Wild at Heart (formerly Hetton-le-Hill Farm Dog Boarding), Lanchester Pet Resort and Deerness Kennels.

Do boarding kennels in Durham 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.