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If you live in Pontefract, you’re about 14 miles north-east of Clayton West, where I groom, board and walk dogs.
Pontefract is a historic market town in the City of Wakefield district, east of Wakefield and south of Castleford. Pontefract is a bit of a drive, but dogs do travel for a groom or a stay. Hounds of Love is a small, personal service. Dogs from further afield come to Nanette’s garden studio in Clayton West for grooming and to stay at her home while their owners are away. It’s all done by one person, so your dog is the one getting the attention.
Pontefract at a glance
- Distance to my Clayton West studio: about 14 miles, north-east of Clayton West
- Council area: Wakefield
- Nearest big towns: Wakefield (8 miles), Barnsley (12 miles), Huddersfield (20 miles)
- Closest places I also cover: Hemsworth (5.7 miles), Notton (8.6 miles), Newmillerdam (8.7 miles)
- Grooming and boarding: drop-off at my home. Walks from Pontefract: best kept local, so grooming and boarding suit you better
Dog grooming for Pontefract
Grooming happens one dog at a time in a quiet studio in my garden, so Pontefract dogs get my full attention rather than a rushed turn. I’m City & Guilds qualified up to level 3 in dog grooming. Grooming starts from £15 for a wash and dry; trims and full cuts depend on your dog’s size and coat, and I always agree the price with you first.
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Dog walking from Pontefract
I keep dog walks local to Clayton West, so Pontefract is a little too far out for walks. Grooming and boarding are drop-off services, so they work from here.
Home boarding and day care
For holidays and busy days, Pontefract dogs can stay at my home in Clayton West: 5-star rated home boarding and day care with Kirklees. Drop-off and collection are with you, and it’s a bit of a drive from Pontefract. Boarding is £25 a night, day care £20 and a week is £175.
Dog walks around Pontefract
Places near Pontefract that dog owners often use (check the owner’s dog rules before you go):
- Pontefract Park: Park a mile north of the town centre, with a lake, a café and a Local Nature Reserve
- Friarwood Valley Gardens: Grade II listed park near the hospital
Also nearby: Pontefract Castle, Pontefract Racecourse.
Getting to Clayton West from Pontefract
My studio is in Clayton West, a bit of a drive from Pontefract. Main roads around Pontefract include the A639, A645, A1 and M62. I’ll send you the full address when we book, so there’s no need to look for it online.
Questions from Pontefract
Do you cover Pontefract?
Yes. Pontefract is about 14 miles from my base in Clayton West, well within the roughly 15 miles I cover. The further out you are, the better grooming and boarding fit, because you bring your dog to me.
Can you walk my dog if I live in Pontefract?
I keep dog walks local to Clayton West, so Pontefract is a little too far out for walks. Grooming and boarding are drop-off services, so they work from here.
How do I get my dog groomed from Pontefract?
Message or call me with your dog’s breed, size and coat, and what you’d like done. I’ll agree the price with you first (grooming starts from £15), then you bring your dog to my studio in Clayton West.
“Our boy Bowie had his first stay this weekend and he looks to have had a great time and has returned home happy after lots of lovey walks and cuddle. Will definitely have him stay again. Thank you so much Nanette & Co.”L. S.