Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Wantage
Holiday Ark is a dedicated pet care service based in Wantage, providing professional and flexible dog walking, licensed home dog boarding, pet sitting, small animal boarding, and pet taxi services. Established in 2009 by Jackie Anstice, our team treats every pet as part of the family, ensuring they receive care and affection in their own home or our secure environment. All services are fully insured with public liability coverage, and our team holds DBS checks and pet first-aid qualifications.We specialise in tailored care for individual pets, including countryside walks, hygienic feeding routines, and secure accommodation for cats, dogs, rabbits, and small animals. Our philosophy centres on reliability, transparency, and a deep understanding of pets' needs, offering peace of mind to owners during their absence.
Services
Dog Walking
Dog Boarding
Small Animal Boarding
Cat Visits
Puppy Visits
Pet Taxi
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Established in 2009 with tailored pet care expertise
- DBS-checked team with pet first-aid qualifications
- Fully insured public liability coverage
- Flexible services for individual pet needs
- Secure countryside-based facilities for animals
Associations and certifications
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
What people say
In good hands
Reliable to look after our cat
Better person to care
Happy and content
Loved the countryside walks
Services
Dog Walking
Individual or small-group dog walks in secure countryside areas. Dogs receive personalised attention with post-walk hygiene checks and paw cleaning. Vaccinations and ID tags are required for safety.
Dog Boarding
Home-based dog boarding with regular countryside walks. Pets stay indoors in a family environment, ensuring comfort and social interaction with our team and resident animals.
Cat Visits
In-home cat care including feeding, litter tray cleaning, and playtime. Services maintain pets' routines with additional comforts like bin collection and post management.
Small Animal Boarding
Secure housing for rabbits, hamsters, and small pets with temperature-controlled hutches. Includes outdoor exercise runs, play tunnels, and regular health monitoring.
Pet Taxi
Door-to-door pet transportation for veterinary visits or relocations. Ensures safe, stress-free journeys with experienced handling for cats, dogs, and small animals.
People
Jackie Anstice
Founder
Established Holiday Ark in 2009 after a lifelong passion for animal care. Holds DBS checks and pet first-aid qualifications, ensuring high standards of safety and compassion.
Neil
Team Member
Supports pet care operations with hands-on assistance, providing affection and attention to boarding animals. Works alongside Jackie to maintain a family-oriented service environment.
Questions
What pet services do you offer?
We provide dog walking, boarding, cat visits, small animal boarding, puppy visits, and pet taxi services across Wantage and surrounding areas.
Are your staff qualified?
Our team holds DBS checks and pet first-aid certifications, ensuring professional, safe care for all animals.
How do you ensure pet safety during walks?
Dogs walk in small groups with up-to-date vaccinations. ID tags are mandatory, and post-walk hygiene checks are conducted.
What facilities do you have for small animals?
Temperature-controlled hutches with exercise runs, play tunnels, and secure outdoor spaces for rabbits, hamsters, and rodents.
Can you care for senior cats?
Yes, we offer tailored visits including quiet lap time, litter tray maintenance, and medication administration if required.
How are pets transported?
Our pet taxi service provides door-to-door transport with secure, stress-free handling for veterinary visits or relocations.
