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Frequently Asked Questions

May I view your facilities?

Anyone is welcome to view our facilities anytime between the hours of 11am -1pm and 2pm - 5pm Monday to Saturday – no appointment is necessary, just turn up!

 

Do you exercise the dogs?

In addition to twice daily one-to-one supervised walks around our secure 7 acre grounds, every dog is given playtime in one of our six outdoor play areas (weather permitting). To ensure the safety of all our canine guests, we exercise each kennel individually, so that no dog mixes with another.

 

What do you provide for my pet during their stay?

We provide all food, beds, bedding and feeding bowls. If you prefer, you may wish to bring along your pet's own food, favourite toy or bedding to help them settle in.

 

What if my pet requires medications or special food supplements?

Any special dietary food requirements or specific medications are accurately adhered to (including intravenous medication such as insulin)

 

What if my pet falls ill during their stay?

Any ailments or illnesses will be treated by our local vet on call. We will also make contact with you for guidance and your vet details (registered on our system) will be used by our vet for your pet's medical history, should this be necessary.

 

If your pet should exhibit signs of an infectious disease, we have strict protocols in place to isolate any affected pets for the safety and protection of our other boarders. Regardless of our strict and responsible vaccination due diligence, infectious viruses go undetected during incubation periods and for this reason, we cannot accept any responsibility for any medical costs should there be any outbreaks.

 

How much will it cost to accommodate my pets?

For details of our standard pricing, please check out the information on the Kennels or Cattery section of our website.

 

We offer long stay and multiple occupancy discounts so if you plan to board your pet for a duration longer than 14 days or wish to board animals from the same family in the same kennel or chalet, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

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SERVICES

- Boarding

- Raw pet food
- Dry complete pet food

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OPENING HOURS

ADDRESS

VIEWINGS ONLY

Monday-Saturday

09:00 - 13:00 Open

13:00 - 14:00 Closed for Lunch

14:00 - 17:00 Open

 

Sundays & Bank Holidays

09:00 - Noon

Closed PM

 

Early Collections From

 08:30 - 09:00 daily

 

email: admin@hilltopkennels.co.uk
telephone: 01206 250021

Licence Holder: Mr Simon Crawshaw

Licence No: 24/00235/LIABE

Hilltop Boarding Kennels & Cat Hotel

Tenpenny Hill

Thorrington

Colchester

Essex CO7 8JB

Want to have a look round before deciding?

No need to make an appointment.

Just turn up (bring your pet too, so they get to see the place)

We just ask that you avoid our busiest times and come for a viewing between the following times.

Mon-Sat

11am-1pm or 2pm-4pm 

Please note we don't do viewings on Bank Hols or Sundays.

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