Boarding, Daycare & IVDD care for Sausages

Introducing dachshunds to one another is a little bit like introducing two people at a dinner party — the magic only happens when everyone feels safe, unhurried, and free to be themselves. At Long Dog Hotel, calm introductions aren’t a “step” in the process; they’re the foundation of everything that follows. Because when a long dog feels secure from the very first moment, their whole stay becomes easier, softer, and more joyful. Below is a little window into how we do it. 🌿

The heart of summer at Long Dog Hotel When the Hampshire sun starts to warm the garden, our focus shifts to keeping every sausage comfortable, hydrated, and happy. Dachshunds are famously brave but not built for heat — their long bodies and short legs mean they feel the temperature quickly. So our summer setup is all about gentle cooling, calm routines, and plenty of shade. 🌿 The environment Shaded zones: We’ve created natural shade using tents and parasols so sausages can

Every dachshund moves in their own rhythm. Some bounce, some shuffle, some glide like tiny submarines through the grass. And some — especially those with mild to moderate IVDD history or age‑related stiffness — move with a little more care, a little more thought, and a lot of courage. At Long Dog Hotel, supporting dachshunds with mobility sensitivities isn’t a special service. It’s woven into everything we do. It’s how we lift, how we set up spaces, how we plan playtime, and

Summer at Long Dog Hotel is one of my favourite seasons. The garden wakes up, the sausages wake up, and suddenly everything feels a little brighter, a little sillier, and a lot more wiggly. But with warmer weather comes a shift in how dachshunds move, rest, explore, and play — especially those with mild to moderate IVDD history. Preparing for summer isn’t just about opening the back door and letting the sunshine in. It’s about creating an environment where every long dog can

If you share your life with a dachshund, you already know they’re not “just small dogs.” They’re long, low, determined, sensitive, clever, dramatic, affectionate, and occasionally convinced they’re ten feet tall. They’re also a breed with very specific physical needs — especially when it comes to their backs. At Long Dog Hotel, specialist handling isn’t a marketing phrase. It’s the foundation of how we care for every sausage who trots through the gate. Many of our guests live