About us.
Our opening times for over night dog boarding and doggy day boarding are:
Monday to Friday 7:30am - 6pm or any times in between for daycare.
Drop off time is 2.00 - 3.30pm and Pick up time is 10-11.30 am for boarding.
During Christmas we will close on the 23rd December and reopen 27th December. Dogs holidaying with us during this period must be booked in for a minimum of 3 nights.
Our five purpose-built kennels, each with their own outdoor run, offer a secure and comfortable space for your dog to relax. Located on the outskirts of the peaceful village of West Stockwith, we’re surrounded by beautiful countryside and riverside walks—perfect for plenty of fresh air, fun, and daily adventures.
Our kennels
Engaging your dog’s natural instincts in our specially designed scent room! This interactive experience is perfect for mental stimulation and sensory exploration, encouraging your dog to use their nose to solve puzzles and uncover hidden scents.
Benefits:
• Reduces stress and anxiety.
• Improves focus and provides mental stimulation.
• Fun and enriching for dogs of all temperaments.
The Scent room.
Our specially designed dog activity equipment provides an exciting way for dogs to stay physically active while building important skills like balance, coordination, and confidence. Whether your dog is full of energy or just needs a gentle boost, our equipment is suitable for all breeds and activity levels. We believe variety is key to keeping dogs engaged and stimulated, so we regularly rotate and refresh our setups to keep things interesting.
Some of the fun features we include are:
• Balance beams & platforms – Great for improving coordination and body awareness
• Agility tunnels & hoops – Encourage movement, exploration, and problem-solving
• Sand pits – Perfect for digging lovers to satisfy their natural instincts
• Water play areas – A refreshing treat for adventurous water-loving pups
• Climbing structures – Help build muscle, confidence, and mental focus
Activity equipment.
Our team.
Croft House Kennels is a family-run boarding facility operated by Karen Holmes and her daughter, Samantha. With a lifelong love of dogs, Karen has dedicated herself to studying canine behaviour, health, and training—earning a range of qualifications along the way.
Samantha shares Karen’s passion and plays an active role in ensuring each dog receives personalised care, from interactive play to gentle enrichment activities.
Her vision was to create more than just a kennel—a place where dogs feel safe, loved, and mentally stimulated during their stay. That vision became a reality with Croft House Kennels, where every dog is treated like family.
Karen’s qualifications include:
• Canine Health & Husbandry for Kennels
• Pet First Aid & CPR (Level 3)
• IABTC Advanced Dog Training Instructor
• Karen Pryor Certified Partner Dog Trainer
• ABTC Registered Dog Training Instructor
• City & Guilds Dog Grooming (Level 3)
• Kennel Club Accredited Instructor (Clicker & Target Training)
