Cost guide · West Lancashire
How much does dog boarding cost in West Lancashire?
Dog boarding in West Lancashire costs a median of £24 per night for kennel boarding, based on 4 council-licensed operators who publish their rates. Prices range from £18 to £45 per night. West Lancashire sits 8% below the UK national median (£26 UK median).
Data refreshed · Our methodology
- Median / night
- £24
- Range
- £18–£45
- Sample size
- n=4
- vs UK median
- -8%
What drives dog boarding prices in West Lancashire
The £18–£45 spread across 38 licensed operators in West Lancashire reflects real differences in service, facilities, and licensing tier — not arbitrary pricing. Of the 38 operators, 13 hold a 5-star rating under the Animal Activity Licensing scheme; these typically sit at the top of the price band but guarantee Higher Standard welfare criteria (more staff per dog, overnight checks, larger sleeping areas).
Expect to pay 15–25% more during peak periods (school holidays, Christmas/New Year, August bank holiday week). Most kennels in West Lancashire book out 3–6 months ahead of Christmas, so the cheapest options listed below are often the first to sell out. Boarding more than one dog? Many operators offer multi-dog discounts.
Dog boarding prices in West Lancashire, operator by operator
Of the 11 licensed operators in West Lancashire publishing a per-night rate, 2 are under £25, 6 sit between £25 and £40, and 3 are above £40. The lowest published rate is £17.50 (Richmond Hill Kennels) and the highest is £45 (Star Paws).
| Operator | Type | Rating | From / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Hill Kennels | Kennels | ★★★★★ | £17.50 |
| Carr Moss Kennels | Kennels | ★★★★★ | £18 |
| Ormskirk Pet Service | Home boarding | ★★★★★ | £25 |
| Take the Lead Home | Home boarding | ★★★★★ | £27.50 |
| Home From Home Doggy | Home boarding | ★★★★★ | £30 |
| The Croft | Kennels | ★★★★★ | £30 |
| Wuffles | Home boarding | ★★★★★ | £30 |
| Kirsty's Pawfect Pet Care | Home boarding | ★★★★★ | £40 |
| Chips Farm | Kennels | ★★★★★ | £45 |
| Doggy Trails and Waggy | Home boarding | ★★★★★ | £45 |
| Star Paws | Home boarding | ★★★★★ | £45 |
Lowest published per-night rate for one dog, sourced from each operator’s own website. Kennel rate shown where available, otherwise home boarding.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does dog boarding cost in West Lancashire?
- The median is £24 per night for kennel boarding, based on 4 council-licensed operators in West Lancashire who publish their rates. Prices range from £18 to £45.
- Is dog boarding cheaper or more expensive in West Lancashire than the rest of the UK?
- West Lancashire is 8% below the UK national median. The UK national median across 2,174 licensed operators is £26 per night.
- How much does home boarding cost in West Lancashire?
- Home boarding (where your dog stays in a licensed boarder's home) is typically £5–£15 per night more than kennel rates in the same area. View our home boarders in West Lancashire for current published prices.
- Are these prices verified?
- Yes. Every price is sourced from each operator's own published website with the observation date noted on their profile. We don't accept operator-submitted rates without a verifiable source. See our methodology for details.