With the help of my husband, Andy, we own and run Mini Mutts Retreat.
We are a dog loving couple with a soft spot for 'smallies'. With their big personality and cheeky charm, small dogs have always fitted perfectly into our life which is shared with our two resident mini mutts - Penny Noodle Legs, our little IVDD warrior, and Indiana Bones aka Indie. Our girls are seasoned hosts used to sharing their home, and us, with well mannered doggy guests.
Dog rescue is very close to our heart, having adopted Penny and Indie, and our previous dog Mila, from Serbia's Forgotton Paws and becoming more involved in the charity. In 2013 I participated in a volunteer trip to Serbia where I spent a week working at the dog shelter - an experience which was equally wonderful and heartbreaking, and reaffirmed my true career calling lay with dogs, and it wasn't long after that plans were in motion to embark on this exciting new vocation.
FOUNDED IN 2014
After enjoying combined careers in the Armed Forces, Local Government and hospitality management, and our children reaching adulthood, we reached the right time in our life to pursue our dog care dream, putting our skills, experience and unwavering passion for canine welfare into creating Mini Mutts Retreat with the aim of offering a more bespoke dog care service to other devoted small dog owners.
MORE THAN A DOG CARE BUSINESS, WE ARE A DOG LOVING BUSINESS
We like to keep our business small and special (rather like our guests) By focusing on repeat and returning custom, rather than a 'revolving door' of new dogs, we offer a truly personal experience and build long lasting relationships with our clients and their dogs.
Whilst we might be dotty about dogs, we never forget at the other end of the lead is a devoted dog owner who places their dogs happiness and wellbeing above everything else, so we want you to relax in the knowledge that your faithful little companion will be loved and cared for as you wish, in their 'home away from home'
'' Our dog Winston absolutely loves his walks and daycare with Vikki and Andy. He is a rescue so we wanted someone who would be kind and loving and that's exactly what we found with Mini Mutts. As soon as he walks out the door he jumps straight into the van, tail wagging, and doesn't look back. He was so nervous when he came to us but with the care and attention from Vikki he has really come out of his shell. We would highly recommend Mini Mutts Retreat to anyone who wants their dog to have love, attention, and the best care ''
The Woodhall family - Gosport
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'' I found Mini Mutts Retreat by chance after seeing their van parked at Alver Valley. My dachshund Milo was previously attacked by another dog so I have become a rather over anxious dog mum, and Milo a bit nervous around dogs he doesn't know so I never thought I'd trust anyone but family to care for him, but with a family wedding in France coming up, my options were limited as we were all going!
I phoned and spoke to Vikki about my situation and concerns. We arranged to meet up with Vikki and her dogs which went well. Vikki suggested starting Milo on a couple of walks with her regulars which really boosted his confidence - my boy found his playful side again!
Milo then had a trial day at daycare which he coped with really well. We booked another day stay in the run up to him staying for 4 days. I was able to enjoy my daughters wedding without worrying about Milo at all. All in all, a faultless experience for us and we are so glad that we found this lovely little business ''
Michelle & Milo - Stubbington
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'' Our dachshund recently stayed at Mini Mutts Retreat and was very happy and contented. As she had had surgery 4 years ago for a slipped disc due to IVDD, it was really important to us that she was looked after by someone who understood her needs. At the meet & greet we were reassured to see sofa ramps and rugs, something that our dog is used to having at home. Vikki and Andy looked after her so well, they even carried her up and down the stairs to bed every night. We had only booked a long weekend, just to see how things went, but we feel so relieved to have found somewhere that caters for dachshund's needs that we're looking at a longer holiday later in the year ''
Mr & Mrs Macey - Liphook
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'' When we needed somewhere for our little Havenese to stay whilst we were on holiday we researched online and found Mini Mutts Retreat, it looked perfect for our timid little one. This home based establishment is a top notch social club for little dogs. After a successful introduction and a couple of pre holiday visits, Millie enjoyed her stay, and we were sent videos and updates. We have already booked again ''
Bob & Millie - Portchester
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'' Vikki and Andy are friendly, professional and passionate in what they do, and completely put me at ease. Dolly loves her walks and is often at the window wagging her tail raring to go. I absolutely love the personal touch of videos received of Dolly's adventures and knowing that she is in safe hands gives me no hesitation in recommending Mini Mutts Retreat to others '' Vicky & Dolly - Gosport