About In The Dog House
Established in 2016 by Jenni and Gordon, In The Dog House was created as a refined alternative to traditional kennels — offering a peaceful, homely, and highly personalised experience for every guest.
Our spacious bungalow, complete with a secure dog-friendly garden, provides the ideal balance of comfort and safety. Guests enjoy daily walks along the breathtaking beaches and countryside of East Lothian, with occasional day trips extending as far as Bamburgh and St Andrews for an extra touch of adventure.
We are fully licensed by East Lothian Council, approved by Police Scotland, and protected by specialist animal boarding insurance, giving owners absolute peace of mind.
All dogs staying with us become part of our family, sharing our home with our two much-loved dogs, Lily and Poppy, and our daughter — ensuring a warm, trusted, and nurturing environment throughout their stay.
Our Guest Criteria
Our passion for dogs extends naturally to caring for yours, and we want every guest to feel safe, happy, and relaxed during their stay. All accommodation is provided within our home — we do not use kennels. For this reason, we can only welcome dogs who are:
We are unable to accommodate dogs with separation anxiety, as all guests sleep in our kitchen/family room rather than in bedrooms. Dogs who are distressed when left overnight can become unsettled, which is upsetting for them and disruptive for others.
For safety reasons, we also cannot accept dogs with any history of aggression — including resource guarding, food aggression, or reactivity towards dogs or people, whether on or off lead. A calm and well-mannered environment helps ensure a stress-free stay for everyone.
Walks & Behaviour
Our daily beach walks are a highlight for our guests. To keep these enjoyable and safe, we ask that dogs have good recall and walk politely on the lead. Uncontrolled off-lead behaviour or strong pulling on the lead is not suitable for our group walks.
Not Sure if We’re the Right Fit?
If you’re unsure whether your dog meets our criteria, please get in touch for a chat. We’ll be happy to advise honestly — and if your dog is better suited to kennels, we can recommend excellent facilities in East Lothian.