“Run by Cassie, approved by Bud.”
Welcome
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Welcome to Sunflower Cottage Dog Boarding and Pet Care, a cosy home haven run by Cassie and her loyal canine co-host, Bud. We specialise in boarding small and medium-sized dogs, offering a relaxed, home-from-home experience filled with garden play, comfy naps, and gentle adventures.
While our cottage is reserved for doggy guests only, Cassie also provides expert care for a variety of other animals—including cats, horses, alpacas, and smallholding residents—through home visits and tailored pet-sitting services. With decades of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of animal behaviour, Cassie handles everything solo, ensuring every creature gets the attention and love they deserve.
Whether it’s a tail-wagging holiday for your pup or peace of mind while you're away from your smallholding, Sunflower Cottage is where big hearts meet little paws—and muddy boots are always welcome.
🌻 Why Choose Us?
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Personalised care from a solo operator with decades of experience
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Licensed home boarder since 2015
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A peaceful, home-based setting in a World Heritage Site area
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No none boarder group walks—just full attention and real adventures
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Trusted pet-sitting for cats, horses, alpacas & more
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Run by Cassie, supervised by Bud (he takes his job very seriously)
Our Services
Dog Boarding
Home From Home
Where your dog’s holiday is just as good as yours.
Our dog boarding services offer a comfortable and secure environment for your pet's stay, ensuring they receive the attention and care they need. We prioritize playtime and regular exercise to keep your dogs active and happy during their stay. Furthermore, we monitor the health and well-being of all pets under our care, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Pet Sitting
At Your Place
Trusted Pet Care for All Creatures Great and Small.
Cassie offers expert, personalised care for cats, horses, alpacas, and smallholding residents through tailored home visits. Whether it’s feeding the flock, cuddling your cat, or checking in on your herd while you're away, she brings decades of hands-on experience, a deep understanding of animal needs, and a whole lot of muddy-booted love to every visit.
Dog Grooming Services
COMING SOON!!
Pamper Pooch Spa Days
Cassie is currently attending a City & Guilds dog grooming course—so soon, your pup can enjoy a spa day while on their countryside holiday! Whether they’ve been bounding through Dartmoor or rolling on the Cornish coast, they’ll head home fresh, clean, and beautifully groomed. Because muddy paws and sandy snouts deserve a little pampering too!
Collection Service
Door to Door
Pickups, Pet Visits & Travel Info
Clients are welcome to drop off and collect their boarding dogs, but we’re happy to offer free pickup for guests within 6 miles or a 25-minute drive from Bere Alston. For locations farther afield, a mileage charge of 45p per mile applies. For pet-sitting visits—cats, horses, alpacas, and more—we generally travel up to 30 minutes away, keeping things local to ensure quality care. That said, we’re always open to exceptions (especially if alpacas are involved!). Wherever you’re based, feel free to get in touch—we’ll do our best to help.
Testimonials
"Sunflower Cottage Dog Boarding and Pet Care provided an exceptional home boarding experience for my dog. I was delighted with the personalized care and attention given to my pet."
Linda
"I highly recommend Sunflower Cottage Dog Boarding and Pet Care for their professional and compassionate pet sitting services. My cat and dog were well-cared for and content during my absence."
Mark
"The grooming services at Sunflower Cottage Dog Boarding and Pet Care surpassed my expectations. My dog looked and smelled fantastic after their grooming session."
Karen
Contact Us
Have questions or want to book a boarding stay or pet care service? Don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're dedicated to providing a loving and nurturing environment for your pets.