Lorraine Horlock

Hello there, my name is Lorraine Horlock and I am proud to be part of the Barking Mad team, offering exceptional service to dogs and their owners. The area I cover is Ashford and the surrounding villages, the Kent coast area from Lydd to Folkestone and all the places in between.  Have a look at my ‘Areas Covered’ tab for more details.

I live in Maidstone with my husband Mike and our gorgeous greyhound Peggy-Sue, who brings us such joy and fun.

Prior to taking on a Barking Mad franchise I had worked as a senior manager for a National charity for about 14 years and was looking for a complete change but just couldn’t find anything that appealed to me. One evening I saw an article in the local paper about Barking Mad and thought ‘that’s what I want to do!’   I am now lucky enough to be part of this brilliant concept and work from an office at home with Peggy-Sue helping – well she’s more of a sleeping partner really!

 I know how vital it is to find good dog care for your four legged family member or it can ruin your holiday with worry.  We would never consider using kennels for Peggy-Sue and know how stressful it can be to decide what to do for the best.  Barking Mad takes all that stress away and I am proud to offer this unique and professional service offering a safe and secure home for your pet with one of the dog loving host families whilst you are away.  I know they’ll enjoy it so much you’ll wish you could go with them!

If you would like any more information about becoming a host or would like to enquire about using our service please do contact me on 01622 756530.

We're delighted to provide our service in the following towns and surrounding areas:

• Ashford and surrounding areas
• Biddenden
• Boughton Monchelsea
• Charing
• Challock
• Coxheath
• Folkestone
• Harrietsham
• Hawkinge
• Headcorn
• Hollingbourne
• Hythe
• Lenham
• Lydd
• Lyminge
• Romney
• Smarden
• Sutton Valence
• Tenterden
• Wye

Customer Comments

Found Lorraine such a wonderful help when leaving Bella for the first time. I felt at once that I could trust Barking Mad. Loved getting feedback from the host and really appreciated Lorraine texting me with updates
Emma

We felt very relaxed on holiday, knowing Roxy was being cared for so well. Thank You
Del

Complete peace of mind, especially when you’re not sure initially that you dogs will settle, thanks
Lynda

Lorraine is so friendly, she understood Sam’s needs very well, how nervous I was when Sam went away for the first time, kept me well informed throughout the time Sam was away. A fabulous service I will be using again
Trish

An all round excellent service by people who really do care about dogs
Lee

Our dog appeared to have had a wonderful time and came home relaxed and happy. A big thank you
Annie

My News

Here are some of my lovely dogs enjoying their holidays last month.

Have you ever fancied letting your dog have a real get away from it all treat?  Nathan of Bone-A-Fide Behaviours offers away days where your dog can have a day out with other dogs and enjoy walks and sniffs at several different locations such as forests and beaches. At the end of the day your dog will come home happy and tired with a disc of photos to show you what they got up to.  The photo below shows one of the days that ended in a beach splash for everyone.  To find out more look at www.bone-a-fidebehaviours.co.uk or telephone 07795077921

 

Useful Links

Ashford Animal Feeds:
A vast range of nutritious foods and accessories to ensure substance, comfort and happiness for your pet.
www.ashfordpetsupplies.co.uk

A-Z Animal Care
A Dog, Cat and Small Animal Grooming service just 10 minutes from Ashford on the A28 at Bethersden. Run by a Qualified Veterinary nurse they have been established 8 years with a fully qualified and experienced staff. Call for a colour brochure on 01233 822411 or look on their website: www.a-zanimalcare.co.uk for over 200 testimonials.

Bone-A-Fide Behaviours
Owned and run by Nathan Thompson who offers a first class canine services including obedience courses, dog walks and away days.   The classes are run in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with the emphasis on enjoying the time spent with your dog as well as achieving a well-trained, well socialised, obedient and loyal pet. To contact him telephone 0779 5077921 or look at the website www.bone-a-fidebehaviours.co.uk

Cavalier Cattery
Kent's Leading, Luxury, Boarding Cattery- Loving Care, Professionally Provided.  Small Pets Welcome
www.cavaliercattery.co.uk

Chiwowow
Fashion and accessories for Chihuahuas. Their fun jumpers, hoodies, cardigans and scarves are all individually made to offer customers
exactly what they want and often use luxury yarns, such as merino and cashmere.
www.chiwowow.co.uk

Country Cuts
Tina is a professional dog groomer who operates from her country home in the TN25 area. A relaxed environment helps your dog remain calm and less stressed.  Please call 01233 750026

Eureka Veterinary Centre
The staff at this friendly Ashford practise will treat your pets as if they were their own and promise to give them the lifelong care and love they deserve.
http://www.wigmoreandeureka.co.uk/eureka/about_us/index.html

Feldspar Photography:
A portrait and sports photography business run by Laura and Keith Johnson, covering South East England.  Have a peek at their brilliant pet portraits. 
www.feldsparphotography.com

Horse and Hound School
Pennie Clayton’s Hound School covers all Kent and offers specialised dog training classes to behaviour consultations and home visits.  Her aim is to promote understanding between people and their dogs and to teach dogs using positive and kind methods only. She specialises in teaching dogs through games and activities. She also offers Bowen Therapy.
www.horseandhoundschool.co.uk

Kent Greyhound Rescue:
A charity that rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes unwanted and abandoned greyhounds and lurchers.  It is completely run by volunteers who also fundraise as it receives no funding from the racing industry.  Greyhounds make great pets!
www.kentgreyhoundrescue.com

The Large Breed Dog Rescue (also known as LBDR):
This is a small non-profit dog rescue that as the name implies takes in and rehomes large breed dogs and large cross breeds. They are based in Kent but we will rehome to England, Scotland and Wales.
www.largebreeddogrescue.com

Manor Veterinary Clinic
Tony Barnes and his team are proud to offer the most modern, welcoming, practical and comfortable veterinary clinic in the Shepway area.  The clinic has been built solely for the treatment of pets, lessening the stress for both pets and their owners.
www.manorvetinaryclinic.co.uk

Mosiaque Design
A small independent Tenterden business that produces quality hand-made textile items from the finest materials.  The goods offered
range from hand-made quilts and ornamental items to textile kits for children.  Simply stunning so take a peek.
www.mosiaquedesign.net

Warmlake Nurseries
As well as plants, Rob and his staff offer a very wide selection of dog and cat food and accessories together with large range of horse supplies. Well worth a visit when you’re passing Sutton Valence.  01622 844000

 

 

 

Mosiaque Designs

A small independent Tenterden business that produces quality hand-made textile items from the finest materials.  The goods offered
range from hand-made quilts and ornamental items to textile kits for children.  Simply stunning so take a peek.
www.mosiaquedesign.net

 

 

 

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