Come and Stay at Canine-Cottage

The Ultimate Dog Kennels – The Canine Cottage and The Canine Studio

Imagine a luxury cottage, thoughtfully designed with modern comforts, exclusively for your dog. Each stay includes a dedicated petsitter who remains with your dog throughout the evening and overnight, providing companionship, reassurance, and attentive care.

Naturally, we take no responsibility if your dog develops a taste for playing poker for high steaks or staying up all night watching television

If you find this hard to believe, we invite you to browse the photographs below, or better yet, come and experience it for yourself.

More About Our Canine Cottages

Your pets’ private retreat includes:

A beautifully appointed cottage with a large, comfortable bed, table and chairs, television, books, dedicated human companionship, and a heater for the cooler winter months.
A kitchenette equipped with a kettle, microwave, and everything needed for the petsitter to prepare gourmet meals for your dogs.
A large, fully fenced lawned play area, reserved exclusively for your dog, complete with agility equipment for exercise and enrichment.
A calm, secure environment where dogs can relax, play, and enjoy individual attention.
Dog grooming by appointment.
Nail clipping.
A health report from the Kennel Manager.
Daily photographs emailed to you, along with a photo album and a ‘Dogtorate’ (graduation-style certificate) on departure.
Preparation of your dog’s meals, with care taken to follow any special dietary requirements (pets only, not people).

Why you'll love it

100% Private

Your dog’s cottage is reserved exclusively for them for each full 24-hour period, ensuring complete privacy, comfort, and individual attention.
Safe and Secure

Fully enclosed, peaceful, supervised, and pet-proof, for total peace of mind.
Comfort meets Convenience

A relaxed, home-style environment, ideal for companionship, rest, and personal attention, with a dedicated petsitter staying overnight.
The Keringa Touch

Beautifully maintained lawns, spotless facilities, and natural surroundings filled with trees, birdsong, and fresh air.
Stay Together Experience

Enjoy a peaceful overnight stay with your dog before or during their booking, helping them feel familiar, settled, and completely at ease.
Check-In

Flexible arrangements to suit your schedule.
Check-Out

Full 24-hour stay periods, repeatable for as long as required.

Perfect for…

Dogs who enjoy human companionship throughout the night.
Puppies needing additional supervision and reassurance.
Senior dogs who prefer comfort and calm surroundings.
Dogs accustomed to sleeping indoors or on the bed.
Nervous or anxious dogs who do not enjoy traditional kennels.
Multi-dog families seeking a more private boarding experience.
Pet parents looking for a personalised, premium boarding solution.

⭐ The Stay Together Experience

For pet parents seeking additional reassurance, we offer an optional Stay Together Experience.

You are welcome to spend a relaxed overnight stay in the Canine Cottage with your dog, either before their booking begins or as part of their stay. This allows you to experience the environment firsthand while helping your dog become familiar with their surroundings.

Why it matters

Dogs naturally take their cues from their owners. Many dogs settle more quickly when they experience a new environment alongside their owner for the first time. This can significantly reduce anxiety for both you and your dog, particularly for longer stays, and helps your dog settle in more comfortably from the very beginning.

Especially valuable for:

Extended holidays or longer boarding stays
Families relocating or immigrating
Dogs that are more sensitive to new environments
Owners who would like firsthand experience of the Canine Cottage
Anyone seeking added peace of mind

How it works

Simply enquire about adding a Stay Together Experience when making your booking.

We will arrange a private overnight stay for you and your dog, ensuring a smooth and reassuring transition into their boarding experience.

Ready to Book the Ultimate Doggy Staycation?

Give your dogs more than boarding, give them companionship, comfort, and their own private retreat.

Canine-Cottage FAQs

How long is the stay?

Bookings include a full 24-hour stay with an overnight sleepover.
Longer stays can be arranged in consecutive 24-hour periods, subject to availability.