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Explore
Every space at Hounds Retreat has been thoughtfully designed to support natural behaviours, enrichment and wellbeing.
From sniffing and exploring to movement, confidence building and calm relaxation, each area offers dogs a different way to enjoy their retreat.
The Sensory Garden
Sniff. Explore. Unwind.
A natural outdoor space designed for calm exploration and confidence.
✓ Sniff and explore herbs, plants and natural scents
✓ Discover different textures including sand, grass, bark and logs
✓ Build confidence through choice-led exploration
✓ Climb and observe from raised platforms
✓ Relax and enjoy a calm outdoor environment
The Field
Slow walks. BIG benefits.
A peaceful, private field where every dog (or family group) can slow down, sniff and explore without the distractions of other dogs
✓ Exclusive use for one dog or family group
✓ Slow, on-lead countryside walks
✓ Time to sniff and explore
✓ Observe wildlife and natural surroundings
✓ Decompress and unwind
✓ Natural mental enrichment
Scent Den
Slow Down & Sniff
Dogs experience the world through their noses, which is why we created the Scent Den – a peaceful indoor space dedicated to exploration and problem-solving.
The activities change throughout the year with seasonal themes and enrichment experiences, encouraging dogs to investigate new scents, build confidence and enjoy natural behaviours in a calm, rewarding way. A wonderful way to help dogs unwind, making it the perfect activity before bedtime.
✓Seasonal enrichment themes
✓Treat Hunts
✓ Puzzle and sniffing activities
✓ Calm, low-pressure environment
✓ Low-impact enrichment, ideal for senior dogs
Our Retreat Rooms
R&R
Every room is thoughtfully prepared to suit each individual dog, helping them feel safe, settled and relaxed throughout their stay.
From cosy donut beds for dogs who enjoy feeling secure to supportive orthopaedic beds for seniors, we tailor each room to your dog's needs wherever possible
✓ Individual rooms tailored to each dog
✓Gentle, calming music throughout the day
✓ Cosy donut and supportive orthopaedic beds
✓ Soft blankets and home comforts
✓ Raised feeding stations where needed
✓ Heating and fans for year-round comfort
✓ CCTV monitoring for added peace of mind
✓ Private outdoor run attached to every room