Bristol has so many dog-friendly activities on offer – lush green walking spaces, beautiful woodland walks and more adventures than your dog could dream of; it really is the place to be. What’s more, if you’re looking for a dog sitting service or alternative to boarding kennels, you’re in luck, because the UK’s number one dog home boarder is at your service! Woof!
There are lots of great dog walks in the Bristol area
We offer dog sitting, or dog home boarding in and around Bristol. When you can’t take your canine friend away with you, we provide complete peace of mind that your pooch is safe, happy and well loved. Our network of dog holiday experts offers the crème da la crème of luxury pet care in host family homes, creating a bespoke care plan for your pup and never missing a trick. Barking Mad has been going for over 20 years, which as we’re sure you’d agree, is a testament to the success of our offering. You can read more about our dog care approach here and check out our testimonials here.
If you’re a lover of all things canine, you may well find your true calling by becoming a dog sitter host. Becoming a dog sitter host means you’ll get to fill that doggy-shaped hole in your life. It’s a real alternative to full-time dog ownership. Sound pawsome? You can find out more here.
Our dog sitting hosts get to walk the length and breadth of Bristol with the canines in their care. Here’s a short roundup of the top walking spots in the area.
Dogs love exploring the Bristol area with Barking Mad dog sitters
Badock’s Wood offers over 10 hectares of adventure and beauty for you and Fido. Situated in between Southmead and Henleaze, it truly is a slice of the countryside in the heart of the city.
Leap Valley is a small nature reserve to the north of Bristol. Although the Leap Valley is an urban area, this open space has everything your family and four-legged friend will need. From streams and ponds, to woodlands and open fields, it’s certainly worth a visit.
Leigh Woods is the biggest area of woodland in Bristol and is just over two square kilometres. There are a number of different walks you can choose, all offering wonderful woodland landscapes and a variety of wildlife.
If you’re looking for a dog-friendly day out for the family, Blaise Castle has it all. With 650 acres of Grade II* registered parkland, a children’s play area, museum and castle, you’ll have plenty to keep you busy!
This is a popular spot with dog walkers, and with over 300 acres of beautiful landscape to explore, you can see why! What’s more, the cafe welcomes dogs with open arms – pawsome!
From Clifton and Totterdown to Hotwells and Harbourside, the team at Barking Mad are experts in organising brilliant holidays for Bristolian dogs. You can find your local dog sitter here.
Testimonials in Bristol
“Barking Mad Bristol provides an excellent service. Pepper really enjoys her holidays and gets really excited when John comes to pick her up – a really good sign! The host they select are great and we are delighted with it all. Great piece of mind when we are away.”
