Bolton · Greater Manchester

Happy dogs, safe stays, trusted care across Bolton.

Dog walking, day care and boarding in Bolton. Safe, fun and loving care from our licensed, insured and DBS-checked team — your dog's home away from home.

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Fully insured
First aid trained
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Licensed by Bolton Council
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DBS checked
Crate Escape — Day Care, Boarding & Dog Walking, Bolton
Services

Tailored care for every dog

From a quick stretch around the block to a full overnight stay — pick what fits your week.

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Dog walking

Small-group walks and fresh-air adventures around Bolton's parks and trails, with a free trial walk available first.

Book a free trial walk then from £15 / hour
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Day care

Safe, social daytime care in a home-from-home with garden play, naps and lots of love.

from £25 / day
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Boarding

Comfortable overnight stays with regular updates and the same routine your dog knows.

from £35 / 24 hrs
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Pickup & drop-off

Door-to-door collection across Bolton — convenience for you, adventure for your dog.

from £8 / trip
A happy group of five dogs together at Crate Escape day care
About us

Local, friendly, and dog-obsessed.

Crate Escape started because we wanted dog care that felt like family — not a kennel. Every day with us is fun, safe and full of fuss, with small groups, plenty of garden time and regular photo updates so you never miss a tail wag.

  • Fully insured & first-aid trained
  • Licensed by Bolton Council
  • DBS-checked, dog-loving team
  • Small groups — never overcrowded
  • Photo updates throughout the day
  • Flexible recurring schedules for busy households
Reviews

What our humans say

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"Buddy comes home shattered and happy every time. The photo updates throughout the day are the cherry on top."
Emma J., Bolton
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"I was nervous about boarding for the first time. The team kept us in the loop the whole stay — felt like a holiday for the dog, too."
James W., Horwich
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"Reliable, kind, and clearly love what they do. Bella sprints to the door every morning — best decision we've made."
Sarah R., Westhoughton
Good to know

Before your first booking

Simple answers for new Crate Escape families.

What is a trial walk?

A free first walk to see how your dog settles, how they respond to us, and whether any extra care notes are needed.

Do vaccinations need to be up to date?

Yes. We ask every owner to confirm vaccinations before booking so group walks and stays remain safe.

Which areas do you cover?

We are based in Bolton and mainly cover Bolton, Lancashire and Greater Manchester.

Can nervous dogs book?

Yes. Add notes during booking and we will review what your dog needs before confirming the visit.

Ready for tail wags guaranteed?

Book online or message us today — we can't wait to meet your dog.

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