In-Home Dog Boarding in Vermont

Here at Halfling, visiting dogs live as guests in my home in the company of my own and other visiting dogs.  I treat each dog as a unique and special individual, taking into consideration each one’s needs, personality, abilities, and energy level.

Your dog will be supervised at all times and receive attention, affection, and access to securely fenced yards for play and exercise.  If your dog prefers naps instead of play, he or she is welcome to spend the day on the couch.  I do my best to ensure that your dog is not only safe and having his physical needs met, but his emotional and companionship needs as well.  The environment at Halfling is very different from that found at a conventional boarding kennel.

Halfling is home to four Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and one cat who thinks she’s a dog.  The name “Halfling,” synonymous with “Hobbit,” comes from J. R. R. Tolkien’s novels.  Like Halflings, Cavaliers are small (averaging 15 lbs) and have silky feathering on their feet.  Cavaliers are playful, affectionate, and friendly.

Halfling Cavaliers are accustomed to and welcome the company of people and dogs of all sizes.

Willow 2007

Willow, 6/30/98 – 10/27/11

Dear Alix – You won’t believe how incredible it is here!  There were lots of people to greet me when I arrived, although I don’t quite know how I got here.  It was a strange and sudden sensation – but [...]


Thea

Letter from Vermont

Dear Mom and Dad, Here I am in Vermont – writing you letters from camp yet again. I was excited to meet another ruby girl.  She is Luna’s sister, and her name is Bisou. You’d think that we’d choose to [...]


march 19, 2011 - Jack Russell Terriers

Jumping Jacks Flash

Four Jack Russell terriers arrived this week, along their very own “Terrorist Handbook.”  In addition to some general information about feeding and schedules, their handbook described the basic personalities of the different dogs — who is bossy, who is a [...]

What folks say

“Alix creates a secure and relaxed environment for the dogs, not just with her demeanor, but also with consistent structure and routine throughout the day.”
by Kate Ebbott

Member:

Pets Sitters INternational Member
Pet Sitters International
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club – USA
Cavaliers of the Northeast
Woodstock Dog Club

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