Hounds & Hooves Ltd Dorset-dog training, dog walking, private hire fields

4.9(135)

Whitcombe Racing Stables, Down Road, Dorchester, South West, DT2 8NY

It's more than just a walk in the park

Hounds & Hooves Ltd Dorset-dog training, dog walking, private hire fields in Dorchester
Reactive-Dog FriendlySolo / Private HireAgility EquipmentSpaciousWell Maintained

About Hounds & Hooves Ltd Dorset-dog training, dog walking, private hire fields

Hounds & Hooves runs two fully enclosed private dog fields at The Gallops near Dorchester, offering solo hire sessions where dogs can run off-lead away from other dogs and people. The fields are particularly popular with owners of reactive, nervous or anxious dogs, and feedback describes marked improvements in confidence and behaviour after regular visits, with one St Bermastiff owner noting their previously fearful dog now knows she's safe. Each session lasts 50 minutes and can accommodate up to six dogs, making the fields well suited to families with multiple dogs or professional walkers. The fields are enriched with agility and sensory equipment including log piles, cross-country jumps, tunnels, tyres, a tyre tunnel, stepping logs, digging pits, platforms and a pirate ship, giving dogs plenty to explore and engage with. Feedback mentions the equipment is good quality and well maintained, and one visitor was pleasantly surprised by how spacious the fields are. Water stops and waste bins are provided in the fields, so there's no need to bring everything with you. Pre-arrival information is clear and makes accessing the site straightforward. With a near-perfect Google rating from well over 130 reviews and clear instructions for first-time visitors, Hounds & Hooves is a well-regarded private dog field in Dorset for dogs that need a calm, off-lead space to build confidence or just enjoy unrestricted freedom to roam.

Why visit Hounds & Hooves Ltd Dorset-dog training, dog walking, private hire fields?

Customers consistently report marked confidence gains in reactive and anxious dogs at Hounds & Hooves Ltd, thanks to the fully enclosed private fields where dogs exercise without encountering other animals or people. Located near Dorchester, the spacious grounds feature substantial agility and sensory equipment, professional maintenance, and flexible sessions for up to six dogs, making it a trusted choice for owners needing a safe, dedicated space.

Security & fencing

Fully enclosed

Fence height not verified for this field. We only publish security details we can confirm from the field’s own information — always check the perimeter carefully on arrival, especially with an escape-prone or reactive dog.

From the field’s own information

  • There are two secure, enclosed, deer fenced fields to choose from
  • Somewhere ENCLOSED and SECURE?

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Hire prices

Published prices from £15 per session
OptionApplies toPrice
Field hire - 50 minutes1-3 dogs, maximum six dogs per session£15
Full Introduction (Field 1 or Field 2) - New Clientsnew clients, 50 minutes£18
Off-peak special - 50 minutesMonday to Friday 11-1pm and 2-3pm, 1-3 dogs£13
Extra dogper additional dog beyond first 3£2

Prices are published by Hounds & Hooves Ltd Dorset-dog training, dog walking, private hire fields and may change — confirm current rates when booking.

Facilities

  • log piles
  • cross country jumps
  • sensory gardens
  • tunnels
  • tyres
  • digging pits
  • platforms
  • pirate ship
  • cable reels
  • stepping logs
  • tyre tunnel
  • log jumps
  • cable reel bridge

What Customers Say on Google

Reactive-Dog

A St Bermastiff owner reported remarkable improvement in their fearful, reactive dog over 12 months of regular visits: 'She knows she is safe.' The private hire model eliminates stress from other dogs and people.

Space

One visitor was pleasantly surprised by the field's size: 'far larger than expected! Our large boy had great fun exploring.' Well-maintained grounds include water stops and poo bins.

Facilities

Dogs enjoy the variety of agility and sensory equipment on offer, with customers praising 'quiet and good quality equipment' and noting their dogs loved playing on obstacles and exploring the field.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Hounds & Hooves Ltd Dorset-dog training, dog walking, private hire fields

Hounds & Hooves provides extensive agility and sensory equipment across both fields near Dorchester, including log piles, cross-country jumps, tunnels, tyres, digging pits, platforms, a pirate ship, cable reels, stepping logs, a tyre tunnel, log jumps and a cable reel bridge. Owners we hear from appreciate the quality and variety of obstacles, puppies enjoy practising recall around the equipment, whilst more confident dogs love exploring and playing. The equipment is well maintained, making sessions both physically and mentally enriching for dogs of all ages.

Yes, it's particularly well suited to reactive and nervous dogs. Because Hounds & Hooves operates on a private hire basis, just your dog or group in the field at any one time, there are no other dogs or people present during your 50-minute session. The fields are fully enclosed, and owners of reactive dogs tell us they've seen marked improvements in confidence and behaviour over time. One St Bermastiff owner described their fearful, reactive dog becoming noticeably calmer and more secure after regular weekend visits to both fields.

Each private hire session lasts 50 minutes, giving your dog plenty of time to explore, play and let off steam without interruption. Sessions cost from around £15 per booking, confirm current rates when you reserve. You can bring up to six dogs per session, making it cost-effective for families with multiple dogs or professional walkers. Owners tell us the pre-arrival information and online booking process are straightforward, with clear access instructions and on-site facilities including water stops and waste bins.

Absolutely, the private fields near Dorchester are ideal for early puppy training. Because it's solo hire with no other dogs around, you can focus entirely on recall, lead work and building confidence in a safe, fully enclosed space. Puppy owners tell us the sessions helped enormously during those important first off-lead outings, with the variety of obstacles providing gentle exposure and play opportunities. The calm, distraction-free environment makes it easier for young dogs to learn without the pressure of unfamiliar dogs or people nearby.

Owners consistently describe the fields as larger than expected, one visitor with a large dog noted there was ample space for exploring and running freely. Whilst exact acreage isn't published, the feedback from local dog owners in the Dorchester area confirms there's plenty of room for energetic play, agility work and off-lead exercise. The spacious layout, combined with the 50-minute session length, means dogs get a proper workout and mental stimulation during each visit.

Contact Details

Address
Whitcombe Racing Stables, Down Road, Dorchester, South West, DT2 8NY

How Hounds & Hooves Ltd Dorset-dog training, dog walking, private hire fields Compares

in Dorchester

Rated 4.9 above the Dorchester average of 4.8
This biz
4.9
Average
4.8

More reviews than 67% of dog fields in Dorchester

Solo / Private Hire — 1 of 1 in Dorchester

Agility Equipment — 1 of 1 in Dorchester

Field Details

Session length
50 minute sessions
Max dogs
Maximum of six dogs per session
Hire type
Solo / private hire

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