Breakfast & Morning Cuddles
The day begins with breakfast served just as your dog is used to at home, followed by a gentle wander around the garden and plenty of attention.
Dog walking · daycare · boarding
Paws & Quiet Retreat
A calm, loving home away from home for your dog.
Based in Leeds, 10 minutes from Leeds Bradford Airport and covering the surrounding West Yorkshire area, we offer a calm, home-from-home boarding experience where every dog is treated like one of the family. As a retired couple, we're around throughout the day for walks, cuddles and companionship, so your dog is never short of attention. We also keep numbers deliberately low, welcoming just one or two guest dogs at a time, creating a relaxed environment that's a world away from busy kennels.
Hello from
Karen, Simon & Rosie
Hello! We're Karen and Simon, and we'd love to welcome your dog into our home.
We're a retired couple living in Bramley, Leeds, with our lovely Labradoodle, Rosie. Our children have flown the nest, so after more than 30 years of owning and caring for dogs, we have plenty of time, attention and affection to give to the dogs who stay with us. We know that most dogs are happiest with good company, a lovely walk, and a comfortable place to relax afterwards.
Because we're retired and at home throughout the day, your dog will enjoy plenty of company, cuddles and care, helping them feel relaxed and settled while you're away.
Every stay is tailored to your dog, from their usual food and favourite sleeping spot to a routine that feels familiar and reassuring while you're away.
- Fully insured, licensed and happy to provide references
- Retired owners at home throughout the day
- Small numbers only — never overcrowded
- Photo and video updates while you're away
- Free meet-and-greet before any booking
How we can help
Three ways to keep tails wagging
Whether you need dog walking, home dog daycare or overnight dog boarding in Leeds, we provide calm, personalised care that fits around your dog's routine — not the other way around.
Dog walking
Dog walking in Leeds & West Yorkshire
One-to-one or small group dog walks around Leeds and the West Yorkshire countryside, tailored to your dog's age, energy and routine, rain or shine.
Doggie daycare
Home dog daycare in Leeds
A relaxed day of play, walks, naps and cuddles in a real home environment. We keep numbers low, providing personalised care with no crates and no long stretches alone.
Overnight boarding
Home dog boarding in Leeds
A home, not a kennel. Your dog enjoys the run of the house and garden, daily walks, plenty of company, and settles in as part of the family while you're away.
Pricing
What it costs
A guide to our rates below — every dog is different, so we'll always confirm exact pricing at your free meet-and-greet.
Dog Boarding
| Overnight boarding (1 dog) | £35per night |
| Additional dog from same household | +£20per night |
| Bank Holidays | £45per night |
| Christmas, New Year & Easter | £50per night |
| Puppy surcharge (under 1 year) | +£5per night |
| Late collection after 11am | £10daycare fee |
Doggy Daycare
| Full day (7am–6pm) | £25 |
| Half day (up to 5 hours) | £18 |
| Additional dog | £15 |
| Puppy daycare | £30 |
Dog Walking
| Group walk (1 hour) | £12 |
| Solo walk (30 mins) | £15 |
| Solo walk (1 hour) | £20 |
| Additional dog (same household) | +£5 |
| Puppy visit (30 mins) | £12 |
Dog walking currently available in Bramley, Rodley, Horsforth & Farsley.
Every dog and every stay is different — get in touch and we'll work out what's right for yours.
A day at Paws & Quiet Retreat
A Day at Our Home Dog Boarding Retreat
Every dog is different, so we tailor each day to suit their age, personality and routine. Whether your dog loves long walks and games or prefers a cosy nap and a cuddle, they'll enjoy a relaxed, home-from-home stay with us.
7:00am
10:00am
Adventure Walk
A lovely long walk tailored to your dog's needs. We're lucky to be right next to Bramley Fall Woods, the Leeds & Liverpool Canal and beautiful local woodland trails, giving dogs staying with us plenty of varied walks and exciting new smells to explore.
Lunch & Quiet Time
If your dog normally enjoys a midday meal, we'll happily keep to their usual routine. Afterwards, it's time to relax, recharge and enjoy some peaceful downtime.
12:00pm
3:00pm
Garden Play & Fun
Whether it's a game of fetch, exploring the garden or simply enjoying the fresh air, the afternoon is all about fun at your dog's pace.
Dinner Time
Dinner is served using your dog's own food, following their normal feeding routine to help them feel settled and comfortable.
5:00pm
6:00pm
Evening Stroll
A gentle evening walk provides another opportunity for exercise, fresh air and plenty of sniffing before bedtime.
Time to Settle Down
As the day winds down, it's time for cuddles on the sofa, a final garden visit and a cosy night in our home. Just like our own dog, Rosie, your dog becomes part of the family during their stay.
7pm+
A peek inside
Where the magic happens
From muddy walks and woodland adventures to sleepy afternoons on the sofa, this is what everyday life looks like for the dogs who stay with us.
Kind words
What dog owners say
"Barney is a lovely dog, but he's definitely not the easiest! He has bags of energy and likes things done his way, so finding the right people to look after him was really important to us. Karen and Simon were brilliant from the start. They took the time to understand him, kept him busy with plenty of walks, and treated him like one of their own. He came home happy, settled and exhausted in the best possible way."
Venessa, owner of Barney
"Luna can be quite nervous and takes a little while to warm to new people, so I was understandably anxious about leaving her. Karen and Simon were so calm and patient with her, and she quickly settled into their home. I love receiving photo updates throughout the day, and it's such a relief knowing she's somewhere safe, comfortable and genuinely cared for."
Chloe, owner of Luna
"We've used Paws & Quiet Retreat twice while we've been away and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. It's clear Karen and Simon genuinely love having dogs around, and because they only take a small number at a time, every dog gets plenty of attention. The updates were fantastic and we were able to relax knowing our dog was being looked after like part of the family."
Lillian, Leeds
Get in touch
Let's arrange a meet-and-greet
Tell us a bit about your dog and what you need, and we'll get back to you to arrange a free meet-and-greet before any booking.
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Area
Leeds & surrounding West Yorkshire
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