Pet Boarding in Tyne and Wear

About pet boarding in Tyne and Wear

Tailstays lists 18 boarding places across 9 towns in Tyne and Wear.

The most are in Newcastle upon Tyne (6), Sunderland (3) and Washington (2).

Of these, 13 take dogs, 7 take cats, 3 take rabbits and 4 take small animals.

Anyone running a business that boards cats or 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 place should be able to show you.

Common questions

Which towns in Tyne and Wear have the most boarding places?

On Tailstays: Newcastle upon Tyne (6), Sunderland (3) and Washington (2).

Where in Tyne and Wear can I board rabbits?

3 places listed here take rabbits, in Sunderland, South Shields and Washington.

Where in Tyne and Wear can I board small animals?

3 places listed here take small animals, in Sunderland, South Shields and Washington.

Do boarding places in Tyne and Wear 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.