Dog boarding and training in Margate

I’m Tom, a licensed dog trainer based in Ashford, about 45 minutes from Margate. I offer dog boarding and Board & Training to Margate owners, using positive reinforcement only.

  • LicensedHome boarder
  • PositiveReward-based only
  • 45 minfrom Margate
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Licensed & insured

Dog boarding and training for Margate owners

Positive reinforcement methods only. Pickup and drop-off from Margate, or bring your dog to Tom’s home.

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Dog boarding for Margate

Your dog stays in Tom’s home while you’re away, with walks, play, rest and daily updates in the portal.

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Board & Training for Margate

Your dog stays with Tom and gets daily one-to-one training, then comes home with a handover session.

Pickup from Thanet

Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs are around 45 minutes from Ashford, so most Thanet owners choose pickup and drop-off. Agree a time when you book and Tom will confirm it with you.

Margate is in Thanet, alongside Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Deal.

Getting to Paws from Margate

I’m based in Ashford, about 45 minutes from Margate via Canterbury and the A28. I can collect your dog from home and bring them back at the end of their stay, or you’re welcome to drop them off.

Also collecting from:

  • Cliftonville
  • Westbrook
  • Garlinge
  • Birchington

See their progress every day

While your dog is away from Margate, you can open the app any time to see walks, meals, welfare checks and photos as they happen.

Questions from Margate owners

How far is Paws Academy from Margate?
Tom is based in Ashford, about 45 minutes from Margate via Canterbury and the A28.
Do you collect dogs from Margate?
Yes. Pickup and drop-off can be arranged from Margate, including Cliftonville, Westbrook, Garlinge. Just mention it when you book.
How do I book?
Sign up online with your dog’s details and vaccination records, choose your dates and Tom confirms. Every new dog starts with a free meet and greet.

What dog owners say

5.0★★★★★from 10 Google reviews
“Our golden retriever, Maverick, absolutely loves boarding with Tom – he greets Tom with pure joy every time he sees him! Tom always does such a good job taking care of Maverick and keeping him engaged, and we always come back to a happy and tired dog.”
Delle Chan · Kent · Maverick (Golden Retriever)
“We met Tom through dog training and he was honestly the best trainer ever. He would send us 5-minute videos showing exactly what he was doing with Bisous, whether it was lead pulling, recall, or even things like sit and stay, and coached us through everything.”
Freddie Berridge · Kent · Bisous

Booking from Margate?

Start with a free meet and greet. Pickup and drop-off available.

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