Getting a pet means getting a new addition to the family and, for dog owners in particular, this means a lot of hard work and care to make sure their four-legged friend stays happy, healthy and settled. But, sometimes, us humans need a getaway - or simply have to go away for work or other reasons - meaning our pups need a place to stay.
Nowadays, there's more out there than just your traditional boarding kennels. You can leave your dog in the capable hands of a stranger, who will either come and stay in your house or will open up their home (and life) to your pooch while you're away.
But what if you really want your dog to have a holiday of their own, or simply worry that leaving them at a kennel, or with a random stranger, will mean stress for both you and your four-legged companion? Well, just a 50-minute drive over the border into Somerset, there's a hotel especially for dogs, featuring chauffeurs and even a dog spa.
