Wharf Cottage has been an established Kennels and Cattery for over 25 years. Jenny has many years experience caring for animals both at the RSPCA and through many years running Wharf Cottage Kennels and Cattery.
As a family-run business with our own four-legged members, we can cater for all breeds, shapes and sizes of dogs and cats.
Our kennels overlook our gardens and adjacent farmland, giving your pets a view of more than just four walls (or each other). Dogs are walked in the Derbyshire countryside and enjoy plenty of space and fresh air.
As an experienced, fully licensed kennels and cattery - and within easy reach of the A38 and M1 at Tibshelf, Alfreton - we are perfectly situated to offer the best residential experience for your pets and a stress-free experience for you. You can leave your pets with us and enjoy your time away knowing that they are in the best of care.
Mrs and Mrs Gelsthorpe
We want your pets to enjoy the time they spend with us and we know that the secret to a happy pet is a warm, well-fed and well-exercised pet. Our priority is ensuring the wellbeing of every animal who stays with us and we ensure that the facilities we offer - from our quiet, spacious setting to the fact that we use only Defra-Approved cleaning products - really are the best you will find. Anywhere.
Both our kennels and cattery benefit from full central heating ensuring that your pet stays warm and comfortable, even on the coldest winter nights. We can also supply extra bedding and/or blankets if needed for any pet in our care. You are welcome to bring along a comfort blanket for your pet as this will have the familiar smell of home.
Our external 60 square foot runs are fully covered to protect your pets from the elements and are larger than the standard size as required by and approved by Derbyshire council. Each one overlooks our well-established garden and the Derbyshire farmland beyond so you can be sure your pet won't be spending its time with us staring into another kennel.
Should your dog need an extra run around then they can take advantage of our outdoor secure, high-fenced and grassed exercise area. They can have a good run around in the sunshine and stretch their legs or simply pop out for a sniff about and a gentle wander. We also have a range of dog play equipment should they be feeling particularly energetic.
All dogs are lead-walked twice daily in the Derbyshire countryside with distant views of Hardwick Hall. We supply spare leads, halters and harnesses should you forget your pet's own. All dogs will be towel dried upon return to their kennel and extra towels will be provided in the sleeping area on cold and wet days so that their bedding won’t become damp.
Wharf Cottage originally began business solely as a cattery, and over the last twenty years, through investment in modern kennel facilities and development of its gardens, has grown into a well-established and highly-praised boarding kennels and cattery. We are unique in that we are a small business with our kennels situated in a position to take full advantage of the surrounding fields and garden.
Jenny has over 20 years of professional experience working with animals. Fully trained by the RSPCA, Jenny progressed from animal care assistant in a shelter to staff trainer and then Animal Collection Officer - working alongside Inspectors out in the field. Whilst at the shelter she has trained to vaccinate, microchip and along with all areas of animal care including animal behaviour. Jenny's claim to fame is her time spent as a regular on the 90s TV series Pet Rescue, which paid regular visits to the RSPCA shelter she worked in at the time.
Both our kennels and cattery benefit from full central heating ensuring that your pet stays warm and comfortable, even on the coldest winter nights.
Our external 60 square foot runs are fully covered to protect your pets from the elements and are larger than the standard size as required by and approved by Derbyshire council.
Jenny has a professional background in animal husbandry, and worked for 7 years for the RSPCA as an Animal Collection Officer and in a rescue shelter.
Deputy Manager Lauren has worked at the kennels for five years. She has a Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Animal Management and is currently studying towards a Degree in Animal Biology.
Shaunie has been with Wharf Cottage Kennels for just over a year, she has a Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Animal Management.
Wharf Cottage Kennels cares for your pets throughout the year, providing 24/7/365 care for your pets when they stay with us. Please be sure to read our terms and conditions of booking , and ensure you have up-to-date Kennel Cough for your dogs and Vaccination Certificates for all of your pets.
Wharf Lane
Mansfield Road
Tibshelf
Alfreton
Derbyshire
DE55 5NG