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About Us

Orchard Farm Dogs is a small, home-based dog boarding and daycare service on the outskirts of Cheltenham.

Our daycare and boarding are based at our home, Orchard Farm in Bentham with myself (Amy), my husband (Chris), our two children, (Sophie and Seb), and our own dogs – so there’s always lots of fun (and wagging tails) around. Days here are simple and consistent. Dogs have space to roam in our enclosed garden and plenty of time to explore the field. They are given daily walks in the surrounding countryside.

After walks, muddy paws are part of the deal – visiting dogs are safely transported home in our vehicle and then washed with warm water before settling back in at home.
Inside, things are kept calm and predictable. Dogs sleep downstairs and quickly find their comfortable spots. They are given space and attention to rest, play, train, cuddle or just be.

I have had dogs all my life and am used to a wide range of breeds and temperaments. Every dog is treated as an individual, and we take the time to understand what helps them feel most comfortable.

We keep numbers limited and only take dogs that are well suited to our home environment, so that the space stays balanced and stress-free for everyone.
We are not a kennel – we are a home. The aim is simple, to allow your dog to feel safe, settled and well looked after while they’re here.

Amy xx

The people at the end of the leash

Discover the dedicated family behind our loving dog care services.

Amy

I will be the one your dog spends most time with! I’ve had dogs all my life and understand how different each one can be. My focus is keeping things calm, consistent and making sure every dog feels settled at home.

Chris

Chris is around in the evenings and weekends and is always happy to be involved – especially when it comes to walks, playtime, or just giving out extra fuss.

Sophie

Sophie is very active and has grown up around dogs. She’s gentle, and understanding – knowing when dogs want attention, and when they’d rather be left alone.

Seb

Seb loves being involved, whether that’s helping on walks or just spending time with the dogs. He loves a cuddle and is often found cosying up on the sofa with whichever dog is willing!

Tilly

Full Name: Tillicoultry
Breed: Golden Retriever x Spaniel
Nicknames: Tilli-Bean, Tufty, Tilly Tailwonker
Born: March 2024
Skills: Chewing things, rabbit catching

Lunar

Full Name: Lunar
Breed: Cockerpoo
Nicknames: Loops, Looney, Loopy-Poo
Born: November 2018
Skills: Jumping into the wrong car

Inca

Full Name: Inca
Breed: Nova Scotia Ducking Tolling Retriever
Nicknames: Inca-stinks, Tinks, Tinkleberry
Born: January 2010 – sadly we said our final

goodbye to Inca October 2025