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Day Care
To Support Your Dog’s Wellbeing
At Hounds Retreat, we understand that not every dog enjoys group play.
Here, each guest has their own quiet cabin, solo outdoor adventures, and personalised enrichment in a calm countryside setting near Kirkcaldy.
Enrichment session Now available! - 2 hour sessions
Overnight Retreat - Coming Soon!
For dogs who need to stay a little longer, our Overnight Retreat provides the same tailored care and enrichment as our daytime Retreat — with added comfort, cosy private rooms, and evening routines to help every guest settle in.
Before their first overnight stay, we ask every dog to join us for a Meet & Greet session.
This gentle introduction helps them get to know us, explore the space, and make sure Hounds Retreat is the right environment for your dog. We may suggest trial visits — a day or an overnight stay — to help your dog feel settled and confident before their full retreat.
Please note we are small business and may have a waiting list
Our daycare give dogs the stimulation and relaxation they need — helping them de-stress, keep their minds active, have fun, and most importantly, simply be a dog.
With our enrichment sessions at Hounds Retreat, your dog goes home feeling more relaxed, having used their mind to problem-solve, build confidence, get gentle exercise, and — most importantly — develop resilience for the busy world that many dogs find challenging.
Nestled in the Fife countryside near Kirkcaldy, Hounds Retreat offers a calm and enriching daycare experience for dogs who need something a little different. The retreat features 10 private rooms and two spacious paddocks.
If you’d like to visit before booking or to book a meet-and-greet, get in touch
Creating your dog’s day, their way.
Perfect for:
Nervous or anxious dogs
Senior dogs
Recently adopted or ex-racing greyhounds
Dogs who prefer one-on-one care
Dogs from the same household who enjoy playing together but not in large groups
Our approach is guided by the L.E.G.S.® Family Dog Mediation® model,
which considers each dog’s Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self to provide truly individualised care and support.
We’re committed to promoting dog welfare through better care, continuous learning for our staff, and ongoing support for our clients.
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Coming Soon!
Overnight Retreat - Coming Soon!
For dogs who need to stay a little longer, our Overnight Retreat provides the same tailored care and enrichment as our daytime Retreat — with added comfort, cosy private rooms, and evening routines to help every guest settle in.
Before their first overnight stay, we ask every dog to join us for a Meet & Greet session.
This gentle introduction helps them get to know us, explore the space, and make sure Hounds Retreat is the right environment for your dog. We may suggest trial visits — a day or an overnight stay — to help your dog feel settled and confident before their full retreat.
Please note we are small business and may have a waiting list
The Barn
Opening soon: Private hire, indoor space for play, enrichment sessions, and training.
Solo use perfect for anxious or reactive dogs.
Trainers or dog walkers interested in using The Barn?
Get in touch — we’d love to hear from you.
Walking Trail
Coming Soon! While they’re with us, your dog will enjoy on-lead walks along the trail — a chance to sniff, explore, and take in the outdoors. This gentle adventure adds variety to their day, keeps their mind active, and helps them head home happy and relaxed