DoHo Doghouse House Rules 🐾

Because happy dogs and happy humans make the perfect stay.

DoHo House Rules

1. Vaccinations & Health

All dogs must be up-to-date with core vaccinations: Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, and Kennel Cough (Bordetella).

Vaccination certificates must be shown before your first stay and updated with us each year.

Dogs must be treated for fleas and worms within the last month of arrival.

We can’t accept dogs showing signs of illness, injury, or contagious conditions (including kennel cough, vomiting, diarrhoea).

2. Temperament & Behaviour

We welcome friendly, social dogs who enjoy the company of other dogs and humans.

Dogs must not display aggression or excessive anxiety. If unsure, we can arrange a trial day before boarding.

For everyone’s safety, we may refuse a booking if we believe your dog’s behaviour could put others at risk.

3. Age & Neutering

Puppies are welcome from 6 months if fully vaccinated and house-trained.

All males over 12 months must be neutered.

Bitches in season or due to come into season during their stay cannot be accommodated.

4. Food & Feeding

Please provide enough of your dog’s regular food for their stay, in labelled containers or portions.

We follow your instructions for feeding times and quantities.

Treats are included (with your approval), but we won’t change diets without prior discussion.

5. Personal Comforts

You’re welcome to bring your dog’s favourite blanket, bed, or toy; familiar scents help them settle.

Please label all belongings; while we take care, we can’t guarantee items won’t get a little “dog-loved.”

6. Medication

We can administer most oral or topical medications free of charge.

All medication must be in original packaging, clearly labelled with your dog’s name and dosage instructions.

Injections (e.g., insulin) by prior agreement only.

7. Safety & Supervision

Dogs are never left unattended for more than two hours.

Outdoor play is always fully supervised outside our own secure, fenced areas.

Dogs are kept on harnesses during walks, unless specified by the owner that it is OK to release them.

8. Bookings & Payments

A 25% deposit secures your booking; the balance is due 7 days before arrival.

For day care, payment is due on the day unless you have a pre-paid package.

Cancellations within 7 days of arrival are non-refundable.

9. Drop-Off & Pick-Up

Standard hours: Monday–Saturday 9am–6:30pm

Early drop-off and late pick-up available for a small fee (by prior arrangement).

Please arrive on time as it keeps the day calm for the dogs.

10. Emergencies

If your dog needs veterinary care, we will contact you immediately.

In urgent cases, we may take your dog to our nominated vet to ensure prompt treatment.

All vet costs remain the owner’s responsibility.

11. Photos & Updates

We love sharing your dog’s happy moments with you during their stay.

By booking, you consent to us sending you photos and, occasionally, featuring them (first name only) on our social channels ….unless you opt out.

We keep these rules simple for a reason:

They help every dog enjoy a safe, calm, and tail-waggingly good time here at DoHo Doghouse. 🐾

Two adorable puppies sitting on grass outdoors, one fluffy Pomeranian with tan fur and the other a white retriever puppy with floppy ears.
A sleeping dog, a small to medium-sized breed with light brown and white fur, lying on a grey couch with a pillow in the background.
A sleeping pug dog lying on a bed with green leaf-patterned bedding.
A brown and white curly-haired dog sitting on a car seat, looking through the window.
Two dogs running on a dirt trail in a natural outdoor setting during sunset, one with a tan and white coat and the other with a grayish coat.
A pug puppy lying on a striped bed with beige and cream pillows and a white ornate metal headboard in the background.
A happy brown and black puppy running on a grassy field on a sunny day with trees and a blue sky in the background.
Brown dog running through grass toward the camera, outdoors with trees in the background.
A French Bulldog puppy running on a grassy path in a wooded area.
Two small, curly-haired dogs playing on a green lawn. One dog is running towards the camera while the other holds a ball in its mouth.
Two puppies, one black and one cream-colored, playing outdoors on a paved path with grass and a fence in the background.
Two curly-haired dogs resting on a dark gray sofa with striped pillows, in a cozy living room.
Two fluffy brown dogs playing on a grassy field on a sunny day.
Two brown, curly-haired dogs standing close together on grass, with a third dog in the background sniffing the ground.
Two brown, curly-haired dogs in a living room, one lying on a couch and the other sitting on a carpeted floor. There is a large plant behind the couch and woven baskets next to it.
A brown curly-haired dog lying on a beige carpet in a cozy living room with a green potted plant, a pink sofa with pillows, and woven baskets in the background.
A small, curly-haired brown puppy lying on a pillow and sleeping.
Three small brown poodle dogs sitting on a gray tiled floor indoors, with a gray tree-shaped dog bed in the background and a gray pillow to the left.
A close-up of a sleeping dog with white and light brown fur, lying on a beige carpet.

Get in Touch 🐾

Whether you’re ready to book or just have a few questions, we’d love to hear from you.

Tell us a bit about your dog, your preferred dates, and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

We know how important it is to find the right home-from-home. We want to make sure your dog’s next stay is one they’ll love, and you can feel completely confident about.