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MutTrails – Dog Daycare, Boarding & Walks in Andover - Muttrails Home Boarding and Day Care

5★ Licensed All Sizes Welcome

From Small to Big Paws.
Great Walks to Tired Dogs.

★★★★★ Rated 5.0 on Google • Licence: 12/00180/ANIMAL/02/25 • 20+ Years Experience • 5 Dog Care Certificates

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Our Services

Daycare

£22

Happy, supervised play with countryside walks.

7am–6pm • Half day £15

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PUPPIES IN THEIR CHRISTMAS HATS
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Before You Book

Your questions, answered.
🛡 Licensed & Verified

Fully licensed (5-Star, Test Valley Council). MutTrails is insured, vetted and trusted for safe, cage-free care.

See our licensing details.

FAQs

See our Q&A page for detailed answers about daycare, boarding and walks.

Contact

Email: l.conway@ntlworld.com
Tel: 07827 885710
Location: Andover, Hampshire

📋 Checklist

🐾 Essentials to pack

  • Your dog’s regular food (enough for the whole stay)
  • One food bowl
  • Harness and lead (no extendable leads, please)
  • Coat if your dog normally wears one
  • Any medications, clearly labelled with instructions
  • Bed (welcome). Please don’t bring toys — they can trigger resource guarding/fights.

🧾 Health requirements

  • Dogs must be up to date with vaccinations
  • Dogs must have current flea and worm treatment in place before arrival
  • Dogs must be microchipped (legal requirement)

⏰ Drop-off & collection

  • Drop-off: by 9:00am
  • Collection: after 4:00pm (to allow time to return from the end-of-day walk)

💳 Payment

  • Bank transfer: due 3 days before arrival
  • Cash: accepted on the day of arrival
📑 Policies
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Thinking of a Christmas Puppy? Here’s the Fun (and Chaos) Behind the Idea!
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here is our December stars out of the MutTrails crewe and you can find us on here too
So, your adorable furball is getting ready for their grand debut at daycare, exciting, right? It’s basically puppy kindergarten: new friends, new fun, and hopefully some lessons about not chewing the furniture! With a sprinkle of prep and a dash of humour, here’s how to make day one a smooth little adventure.
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A Lovely 2-Mile Woodland Loop within Andover itself close to the town centre
Every December, the UK sees a predictable and heartbreaking pattern: a rush of puppy buying in the run-up to Christmas , followed by a spike in dogs entering rescue centres once the festive excitement has faded. It’s a cycle rescues know all too well, and one that’s becoming more serious each year.
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How to take care of your dogs feet in the colder weather
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🐾 We all want our dogs to feel great and look their best, but grooming isn’t just about keeping them pretty for photos. It’s an essential part of keeping them healthy, comfortable, and confident.
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🐾 Looking for the best dog walks in Andover? From peaceful lakeside loops to big countryside adventures, Andover has plenty of paw-friendly trails. We’ve rounded up our Top 5 local favourites — including Ladies Walk, Anton Lakes, Harewood Forest, and more. Whether your dog loves muddy paws, new scents, or safe off-lead fun, there’s a walk here for every pup.
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here a short summary of our routine for daycare at MutTrails
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This blog features our top dogs for November in MutTrails crewe, we also appear on this website too
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Our cleaning routines and why we do them
What to do to help your dog get throug the fireworks displays
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Because wellbeing is more than walkies.”
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Whether you’re looking for a cosy coffee stop after a morning stroll along the Anton, or a family-friendly pub where water bowls and biscuits are always on hand, here are some of the best dog-friendly spots around Andover that both you and your dog will love
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Key Considerations When Choosing a Doggy Daycare
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Let's debunk myths on dog muzzles with this video
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“Relax at work knowing your dog is cared for” “Because you deserve a stress-free work day — and your dog deserves the best day ever.”
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Doggy Daycare “Professional standards, dog-first care, and a safe space to play — that’s what quality daycare looks like.”
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“Daily reports, photos, even videos — because peace of mind matters as much as playtime.”
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🐾 Play hard, rest well! At daycare, every dog deserves activities that match their energy, from zoomies and agility fun to quiet puzzles and cuddles, plus cosy rest areas to recharge before the next adventure.
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Read all our blog posts for tips, updates, and dog-friendly adventures in Andover.

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