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Forest Tours don't just guide people around the beautiful historic Forest of Knaresborough, we also share the wonders with our furry friends too.

Mark has years of experience in looking after and caring for family dogs and thoroughly enjoys sharing his passion of the countryside with our loyal companions.

Forest Dog Tours is a unique service walking, boarding and caring for dogs in and around the Forest of Knaresborough. Covering a 12 mile radius from Harrogate. Forest Dog Tours never board more than two dogs so your dog will receive the very best personal care and attention.  

 

Forest Dog Tours are a fully licensed business so each new dog will require an assessment period prior to boarding and the owners will need to complete the registration documents, please get in touch to find out more. 

BOOKINGS CALENDAR

The bookings calendar gives you a guide to our bookings, we only board two dogs each day, but also have availability for walks.

 

If you wish to book please check the dates to see if a slot is available on the day/s you wish to book, remembering we only have availability for two boarding dogs per day.

There is however one exception to this rule, we also offer 'only dog' bookings for dogs who can not board in two's, for whatever reason. This obviously carries an extra charge. Please see: Services & Pricing for more details.

Each dog is booked under their name with a 'B' for Booked, 'TBC' for

To-Be-Confirmed and 'OD' for only dog. TBC slots will only be opened for a week while the client is confirming their booking. If the booking isn't confirmed within the week it will be made available again so it's worth checking early the following week. 

Meet & Greets are for new clients and are NOT Bookings only meetings so can be ignored by anyone wishing to book. Also Walks do not effect boarding bookings. We offer up-to 3 one hour walks per day and have availability for up-to 3 dogs on each walk. (please get in touch to book or find out more)

If you have any questions please feel free to email us at Forest Dog Tours

 

 Thank you. 

NDT

Reviews *****

Janet H. This is the second time that Mark has looked after Stan and as with his first visit we could not be happier with Marks care and attention given to Stan. Stan had a great time lots of walks both on and off lead and lots of snuggles. We could not recommend Mark highly enough and look forward to booking with him again. Madeleine E Our 3 years old golden retriever stayed with Mark for 10 days. Previously stayed with Mark for day care as well a couple of times. We really cannot thank and recommend Mark enough. If you are looking for someone that would look after your dog like you would (and even better), Mark is the perfect person. We trust Mark. He is reliable and sends daily updates about what they have been doing together and lovely pictures! If you are looking for someone that really CARES and looks after your dog in a lovely way then trust Mark and his professionalism. You will not regret. Your dog will have all they need:fun, exploration, love and cuddles! Mary W. Dog Boarding I was more than happy with Mark at Forest Dog Tours. He immediately related to my schitszu who is nervous. Poppy visited a second time and Mark was able to pick her up and hold her as I went out to collect her bags, etc. The 3 walks he took her on each day, for a week, were not just walks, they were M&S walks. Tailored to her needs. ​ Amy M. Dog Boarding  Absolutely brilliant experience with Mark, lots of updates and photos throughout the stay, Hamish was very well looked after. Highly recommend! ​ Zoe H.  Doggy Day Care  Mark was absolutely incredible with our cavi, Luna :) We can't thank Mark enough for the amazing care Luna received whilst she was there, she was knackered every time we picked her up as she'd had so much fun!! Thank you for being so accommodating to our needs and for letting Luna into your home and treating her so well, it really means the world to us knowing she was safe, well looked after and receiving plenty of cuddles :) Janet H.  Dog Boarding  Mark looked after Stanley our Westie while we were abroad. Mark was very accommodating, he took Stan on lots of lovely walks and we received regular updates and photos of him out and about. We would definitely use Mark again and recommend his services, Mark is a natural when handling and looking after your dogs needs . We were more than happy with all that Mark did for Stan , Stan had a thoroughly good time. 😁 Sharon S. Dog Walking   Mark always takes my dog on a lovely walk and the update about the walk is always really welcome. I would recommend him without hesitation. He takes such care of our pet. Anne N. Dog Boarding   Mark Anthony responded very quickly to our request and Meg was well looked after, l had regular walks and lots of photos sent to us showing Meg out and about. Meg looked well when she returned home. Mark picked up and dropped Meg off to help us with timings. Thank you Mark. Lucy F. Dog Boarding   Mark Anthony was absolutely brilliant. He was always speedy to respond to messages and sent lots of photos whilst the pups were with him. I could tell the dogs had a brilliant time with him and we would definitely book again when we’re in Harrogate. Mark F. Dog Boarding  Mark is great with our two boys and makes sure they are well exercised and cared for. He’s a pleasure to work with Jacqueline G. Dog Boarding Mark was very accommodating with my dogs and they were well looked after in his care. He even agreed to take my elderly dog at very short notice. Lots of pics which was very reassuring too. Thank you Shelagh D. House Sitting  Mark is very reliable and very responsive to messages. This is the first time we have used Mark and the Rover app, its been a good experience and will use Mark again in the future. Carla Maria D. Dog Walking  Mark was AMAZING!! He took care of two dogs during our civil ceremony and was just extremely helpful and happy with the dogs!!! Can't thank him enough!! Sharon s. Sharon S. Dog Walking  Mark is an excellent dog walker and has got to know Molly really well. He takes her on different routes and as always quick to respond to my request for a walk. I’d recommend him without hesitation. Sharon S. Dog Walking  Mark is so patient and kind with Molly who is a little apprehensive about meeting new people. I get a lovely update from him when they are out for a walk and this reassures me. He is very prompt to reply and very accommodating in fitting in a walk when I need to book him. I would recommend Mark without hesistation. Alec T. Doggy Day Care  Mark looked after our 2-year old Cavapoo called Rowan for the day while we had a family day-out in Harrogate. Coming down from Aberdeen, we didn't know anyone local who could look after him. However, following a wonderful experience with a Rover member in Aberdeen over a 6-month period, we decided to trust in Mark, and we don't regret this decision one bit. He cared for Rowan in such a gentle, kind and sensitive way, and shared lovely photos of their activities during the day. Rowan was nervous at the beginning, but Mark very quickly helped him relax, and he was absolutely fine for the rest of the day. When we arrived to pick him up, Rowan was his normal, happy wee self, and we cannot recommend Mark highly enough. Thank-you so much, Mark, for putting our minds at ease, allowing us to enjoy our day, while knowing that Rowan was being really well cared for. All the best with your history tours, and we'll definitely be in touch again if we're down in Harrogate again. Thanks! Alec, Charlotte and Rowan 😀 Cathy S. Dog Boarding  Mark was great with our slightly nervous rescue dog, sent lots of photos and updates throughout the stay and Mortimer returned home his usual laid back self. He looked very relaxed and happy in all the photos and I will definitely be using Mark again. Gillian H. Dog Walking  Mark has been wonderful with our dog. Plenty of walks and play, considerate and caring and Mark is happy to answer any questions. Finley was very relaxed and happy when he came home. 5 stars. No hesitation. Reece R. Dog Boarding  Mark has been great with Bailey I recommend to everybody. Mark F. Dog Boarding  Mark was great. He got on brilliantly with our two dogs and sent pics of all the walks they went on. A really reliable pair of hands that we intend to use again Stephanie F. Dog Boarding  Mark was great He kept me informed about my dog every day He took him out for plenty of walks and made him feel at home Will definitely use him again Claire F. Dog Boarding  Mark took amazing care of our dog for 6 nights in August 2023. We got regular updates and photos of all the lovely walks he went on. He didn't want to come home! Will definitely book again in the future. Thanks Mark Claire L. Mark is a wonderful pet carer. He loves animals and is kind and considerate, my dog can’t wait to see him, he’s always content and happy when I pick him up. I would highly recommend him to anyone, it’s clear he was a teacher as he has a caring nature. Claire Louise. ​

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