Spogan HQ · North Lochs, Isle of Lewis
VIP boarding, in a home that already understands dogs.
This isn't a kennel run. Your dog stays in our own detached croft house by the shore, cared for by a certified behaviour trainer who takes just one household's dogs at a time. It's more than boarding — it's a proper home away from home.
1
Household boarded at a time
4
Acres to roam & play
2
Dogs maximum, per stay
24/7
Night-vision monitoring
Location
Home, not a kennel block.
Guest dogs are boarded in our own detached croft house by the shore, in the North Lochs area of the Isle of Lewis — treated exactly as we'd treat our own.
Your dog's host
A certified trainer, not a kennel hand.
I'm a Victoria Stilwell Academy positive-trained, behaviour-focused dog trainer — so your dog is in genuinely knowledgeable hands. I actively observe and support their happiness throughout their stay, not just feed and let out.
Our focus
One household. Full attention.
We only ever board one household's dogs at a time, up to a maximum of two, so your dogs get the focus they deserve. Boarding guests never overlap with dogs here for training, either.
Comfort & safety
Settled, secure, and never overwhelmed.
Guest dogs are kept separate from our own three dogs by a baby gate, avoiding any friction over territory. We also share our home with a dog-loving cat, with horses nearby and sheep grazing in the surrounding fields.
Exercise & play
Exercise built around what your dog actually needs.
Lack of the right kind of stimulation is where a lot of behavioural problems start. As a behaviour-focused trainer, I make sure every guest gets outlets suited to their breed and personality — mental as well as physical.
1:1 walks
Quiet, individual walks suited to your dog's pace and confidence.
Pack walks
Supervised group walks with my own vetted, experienced pack.
Adventure walks
Coastal outings with paddling and swimming opportunities.
4 acres & a private paddock
Free run of our land, plus a secure 7ft-fenced paddock.
VIP Boarding is a great fit if your dog:
- ✓Is comfortable being left alone for short periods (around 20 minutes)
- ✓Is settled and confident around unfamiliar people and routines
- ✓Is happy sleeping alone, away from other dogs
- ✓Is up to date on flea treatment, neutered, and fully vaccinated
This service isn't suitable if your dog has:
- –Anxiety, aggression, or reactivity towards people or other animals
- –A tendency to lunge, growl, or become destructive when unsettled
- –Difficulty being left alone for even short periods
If this sounds like your dog, our Private Intensive may be a better starting point — please get in touch to discuss.
Good to know
The practical details
What to bring
Please bring your dog's own bedding, for familiar smells of home, and their usual food, to avoid an upset tummy from a sudden change of diet.
Health requirements
Dogs must be flea-treated, neutered and fully vaccinated before their stay. Proof of vaccination is required.
Boarding only
This service is boarding only and doesn't include training. If that's what you need, take a look at our Private Intensive option instead.
Our tools policy
Spogan doesn't support the use of aversive tools. If you use them at home, VIP Boarding isn't the right fit — it's entirely possible to manage your dog without them, and we can show you how.
2026 nightly rate
Simple, honest pricing.
£39
per night, for 1 dog
£49
per night, for 2 dogs (same household)
Availability is genuinely limited — we're currently taking bookings into 2027, though cancellations do occasionally open up sooner. Enquire early to secure your dates.
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