Pet Central Hotel is a family run local business set up by Husband & Wife team Claire Ewing and Nigel Boulton to provide top quality kennels and cattery facilities. It was always our desire to have a facility we would be happy to leave our precious pets at along with staff who have a love and passion for animals.
Claire has been managing kennels and catteries for the past 30 years, building an extensive knowledge of dogs, cats and grooming.
Following in her parents footsteps who also owned kennels. She has dedicated her life to care for and wellbeing of animals.
Nigel has been an active part of the business for over 15 years. As a devoted owner of both dogs and cats, he understands the importance of patience, attention, and genuine care when looking after animals.
He oversees the day-to-day running of the business, ensuring that customers, staff, and pets feel safe, comfortable, and well supported from the moment they arrive.
Carol has been a valued member of the Pet Central Hotel team for over 35 years, bringing a wealth of experience and a true passion for animal care.
She specialises in feline wellbeing is known for her remarkable intuition when it comes to understanding each cats unique personality and needs. Carol’s gentle approach and deep knowledge help ensure that every cat is left in her safe hands.
Steph has been working at Pet Central Hotel for 3 years. Dedicated and attentive, Steph’s priority is making sure every pet in her care feels safe, happy, and truly well looked after.
She enjoys the daily routine, helping keep dogs engaged and comfortable, and she absolutely loves playtime—ensuring each dog gets plenty of interaction, affection, and cuddles.
Heather is a passionate animal lover who swapped a career in sales for animal care, a move she describes as pure bliss. With a keen interest in dog training, agility, and grooming, she brings both enthusiasm and hands-on experience to her role.
Dedicated and compassionate, Heather treats every pet as if it were her own, making sure they receive plenty of playtime, attention, and cuddles.
Lily has been a valued member of the Pet Central team for over five years and holds a Level 3 qualification in Animal Management. She oversees our dog grooming services and ensures every pet receives the highest standard of care and attention.
A dedicated animal lover, Lily is always attentive to each pet’s individual needs and in her spare time, she enjoys long walks with her beloved working Cocker Spaniel, Nova, who can sometimes be seen enjoying playtime at the kennels.





