About Us
The team putting the ‘paw’
into pawfect!
Leconfield Kennels and Cattery is a family-run business. We’re situated down a country lane in the lovely village of Leconfield, near Beverley, East Yorkshire. We’re open 7 days a week all year round. Feel free to pop in and visit us!
We’ve always wanted to work with animals and are thrilled to be able to do this in such a beautiful place. We live on site with our three children, their Gran and 2 dogs, Alfie and Louis, and resident cat, Penny.
Looking after animals takes work, but, to us, it’s a joy and we feel privileged to be able to provide this service and we get to know and love all our furry visitors as though they’re part of our own family.
Check out a day in the Life of our team:
Why choose us for your fluffy friend?
We care about your pet. And we care about you. We’ll do everything we can to ensure a stress-free, relaxing visit for your furry loved one including lots of cuddles (if they want them!) and playtime to keep them stimulated. We’re building new play areas for cats and dogs (separately, of course) and invite you to come and see the kennels and cattery before you book, if you’d like to.
Our drop-off and collection times are set to tried and trusted times of the day to minimise disruption and allow seamless hand-over of your beloved furry friend. To see our drop-off and pick-up times please view our FAQs.
Family Owned
Experienced Team
Investment in our facility & buildings
24hr Care
Our woof pack
Joanne
Joint Managing Director
Favourite film: Mama Mia, Favourite Book: 50 shades of grey.
Favourite drink: Bubbles. Favourite dog breed: St Bernard.
Favourite animal and why: Gorillas, because they just make me smile as they’re big and strong with a sense of humour.
Greatest achievement: My children and becoming the owner of Leconfield kennels, which means I have achieved my dream.
Nigel
Joint Managing Director
Favourite film: Blues brothers. Favourite book: It’s a Long Way from Penny Apples.
Favourite drink: Tea
Favourite dog breed: Boxer.
Favourite animal and why: Hippopotamus as it’s really laid back until upset, just like me!
Greatest achievement: My family.
Alfie
One of the 'real bosses'
Hi, I’m Alfie, an 8-year-old Shiatzu – the one-eyed pirate who keeps everyone in check. I’ve lived with Joanne and Nigel since I was 12 weeks old. I like to be the boss, have my belly rubbed and be fed treats, when I am not snoozing of course. I love being the boss at Leconfield Kennels and Cattery because I get to sniff around all day and tell my humans what to do!
Anya
Favourite Film: Sam and Colby, Hell Week
Favourite book: Twisted Love
Favourite drink: Ice cold Dr Pepper
Favourite dog breed: German Shepherd
Favourite animal: Meerkat, because it’s smaller than me
Greatest achievement: Moving out of my family home
Gabby
Favourite film: The Other Woman
Favourite book: 50 Shades of Grey, but upgraded to 50 Shades Darker
Favourite drink: Passionfruit Martini
Favourite dog breed: Great Dane
Favourite animal: Slug, as it’s the only animal who works at my speed
Greatest achievement: earning my 1st pay packet
Leah
Favourite film: Tangled
Favourite book: Any Harry Potter
Favourite drink: Peach Iced Tea
Favourite dog breed: Rhodesian Ridge back
Favourite animal: Dogs, as I can make them talk
Greatest achievement: Passing my driving test on attempt 5
Amy
Favourite film: Drop Dead Fred
Favourite book: Mallory Towers
Favourite drink: Dr Pepper
Favourite dog breed: Greyhound
Favourite animal: Otters as they are happy 24/7
Greatest achievement: Obtaining my animal welfare qualifications to fulfill my current position
Sophia
Favourite film: Bridget Jones
Favourite book: Harry Potter
Favourite drink: Iced Matcha
Favourite dog breed: Daschund
Favourite animal: Turtle, they are cute
Greatest achievement: Miss Woodmansey 2025
Evie
Favourite film: Perks of Being a Wallflower
Favourite book: Hunger Games
Favourite drink: Iced Chai Latte
Favourite dog breed: German Shepherd
Favourite animal: Red panda, they are cute
Sarah
Favourite Film: The Parent Trap
Favourite book: Hunger Games
Favourite drink: Pepsi Max
Favourite dog breed: Golden Doodle
Favourite animal: Dolphin, they talk to you
Greatest achievement: Getting into college to study animal care
Mollie
Favourite film: 10 Things i Hate About You
Favourite book: Marley and Me
Favourite drink: Cherry Pepsi
Favourite dog breed: Cocker Spaniel
Favourite animal: Giraffe, they are tall and i’m not
Greatest achievement: Obtaining my 1st job with animals
Maria
Favourite film: Mamma Mia 2
Favourite book: Twilight
Favourite drink: Oasis
Favourite dog breed: Jack Russel
Favourite animal: Capybara, they are funny
Greatest achievement: Obtaining a job at Leconfield Kennels
Millie
Favourite film: Drop Dead Fred
Favourite book: Little Women
Favourite drink: Yorkshire Tea
Favourite dog breed: Greyhound
Favourite animal: Highland Cow, fluffy and cuddly
Greatest achievement: Obtaining my cycling proficiency 1st time
Seren
Favourite Film: Love Actually
Favourite book: Harry Potter
Favourite drink: Diet Coke
Favourite dog breed: Doberman
Favourite animal: Deer (Balabac Mouse)
Greatest achievement: Getting into Uni
What we offer
We offer friendly boarding for dogs, cats and small furries all year round. There’s always someone here on site and we always do our very best to ensure your pet enjoys their stay with us. We can keep you updated with pictures of their stay too!
Dog Boarding
Canine care with a difference. Warm kennels, plenty of exercise, lots of cuddles (for those pups who like them!) and various sizes of kennels to suit the very small to the very large!
Cat Boarding
A purrfect place for your feline friend. Our heated cattery gives your kitty cat all they need in terms of comfort, space and places to snooze and play. Cuddles available too!
Doggy Day Care
Relax and be happy at work, or wherever you need to be, knowing your best buddy is relaxed and happy too.
Small Furry Care
We’re not just about dogs and cats: we have the facilities to look after your small furry pets too – rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and more.