day care
Your dog spends the day here, with the run of the house and garden.
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Lap of Luxury is a small dog boarding service run from a house and garden in Amersham. Day care, overnight stays and plenty of sofa time.
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Home care, a secure garden and updates through the day
Your dog stays in a home, not a kennel. Day visits, nights away and a good brush while they are here.
overnight stays
A night or longer, with the same routine and the same beds.
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small dogs
Boarding is for small dogs, so the group stays calm and well matched.
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home-from-home
Sofas, lap time and a big secure garden to explore.
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brushing
A groom and a brush through while your dog is in our care.
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trusted by dog owners across amersham
Rated 4.9 from 65 Google reviews.
“Ellen is absolutely excellent. She is professional, knowledgeable and clearly knows exactly what she’s doing. You can see how much she genuinely cares about the dogs in her care.”
“Our dog Baxter has settled in quickly and we like the fact Ellen keeps us updated during the day with how he is. Ellen’s house and garden are very secure which is very reassuring.”
“Ellen has a lovely warm character, is very professional and knowledgeable so you know your dog is in good hands. We loved receiving all the photos and videos.”
“The induction process is staged and allows your dog to settle, the other dogs being cared for are all lovely and there seems no issues between them. Ellen's house is spotless, and she treats all the dogs as if they are her own.”
“The regular video updates and photos are not only heart warming but equally put my mind at ease and was able to really enjoy my trip away.”
“Ellen just loves dogs and that shows in everything she does. The care, professionalism and attention to detail is amazing.”
FAQs
frequently asked question about
Yes. Owners get photos and videos through the day, so you can see your dog playing, resting and settling in.
In the house and in a large secure garden. Dogs are welcome throughout the home, including the sofa.
Lap of Luxury is a small dog service. Give us a ring and tell us about your dog and we will let you know if they are a good fit.
Plenty of our dogs arrive nervous and settle quickly. Ring us and we will talk through how to introduce your dog gently.
We are at Mapledene Cottage, 6 Orchard Ln, Amersham HP6 5AB. The phone line is open 24 hours, every day of the week, so call whenever suits you on 07969 993454.
Call 07969 993454 and tell us the dates you have in mind. We will arrange a first visit so you and your dog can meet us before anything is confirmed.
Good to know
Short reads for small dog owners
A few things we have picked up caring for dogs in Amersham.
Settling a nervous dog into day care
Why a short first visit beats a full day, and what to look for when you collect them.
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What to pack for an overnight stay
The few familiar things that help a small dog feel at home somewhere new.
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Keeping a small dog warm in winter
Small dogs lose heat quickly outdoors. When a jumper helps and when it gets in the way.
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