Paws & Relax Boarding

06/11/2026

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03/11/2026

27/10/2026

A wee round-up of the last few months… AKA mud, mayhem and questionable life choices 🐾😂

Honestly, just LOOK at these wee faces 😭❤️ How am I supposed to get any work done when I’m surrounded by this much cuteness?! 🥹🐶

My days consist of muddy paws, waggy tails, selective hearing and wee faces that know EXACTLY what they’re doing… usually while committing some sort of crime 🤣😂

A HUGE appreciation post for all my amazing regulars who keep me on my toes, keep me laughing and provide me with more drama than a Friday night in the pub 😂❤️ From the absolute angels who walk beautifully by your side, to the wee rockets who’ve apparently snorted a bag of Haribo and have absolutely NO intention of listening to a single word I say 💨🐕💀

And let’s not forget the ones who hear “come here” and suddenly act like they’ve never met me in their entire lives. The betrayal is REAL. 😂😭

Here’s a wee spam of what we’ve all been getting up to lately… featuring questionable fashion choices (mud is very much IN this season), wet dogs, happy faces and enough dirt to start our own garden centre 🌧️🪴🤣

Would I change it? Not a chance! Even if I do spend half my life looking for dogs who’ve disappeared into bushes and the other half trying to remember what clean clothes feel like. 😂🤎

Lots of love from me, Charlie and all the furry wee hooligans! 🐾❤️🐶

P.S. If you’re wondering why I’m always look like a bag lady, I promise it’s a professional requirement. I think. 🤣💀

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19/10/2026

Had to share this wee video of Charlie’s encounter with the Ghostbuster Scarecrows today at Vogrie Park
Bless his wee heart 🎃

12/10/2026

🚨 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE GOOD PEOPLE OF CORSTORPHINE! 🚨😂

If you felt the ground shaking tonight, saw cracks appearing in your walls, or heard a noise resembling a herd of elephants stampeding down the street… PLEASE DON’T PANIC!

IT WAS JUST ME! 🤣🤣🤣

At the ripe auld age of 57, I’ve clearly lost the plot and decided it would be a brilliant idea to sign up for a 5K! 🏃‍♀️💨

So tonight, I began the Couch to 5K programme. Yes, you read that correctly… COUCH TO 5K! Although, at this stage, I’m not entirely convinced the couch wasn’t the better option! 😂😂

Let’s be honest, this body wasn’t built for speed, distance, or anything involving Lycra and heavy breathing! My running style is currently giving Phoebe Buffay from Friends running through the park, with her arms and legs going in completely different directions! 🤣🤣 If you know, you KNOW! 😂😂

But hey ho… I’m going to give it my very best shot! 🏃‍♀️💨❤️

BUT… THERE’S A REASON FOR THIS MADNESS! ❤️🐶🐱

I’ve decided to run for the wonderful Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home. I visited recently and was genuinely blown away by the incredible work they do for our furry friends. The love, care and support they give to animals in need is just amazing, and I wanted to do my little bit to help. 🐾❤️

So, I’m swapping the comfy couch for trainers, dignity for determination, and probably a few painkillers for the next few weeks! 😂

I’ll pop my sponsorship link below, and if any of you lovely followers (and my now-lovely friends 😉❤️) could spare a couple of pounds, I would be incredibly grateful. Every little bit will help these gorgeous animals get the care they deserve. 🐾🐕🐈

And if you’re skint, a share, a wee bit of encouragement, or even a prayer for my knees would be very much appreciated! 🙏🏻😂

Please sponsor me and help make my inevitable public humiliation on the streets of Corstorphine WORTH EVERY SINGLE WOBBLE! 🤣🤣🤣

Because let’s face it… if I’m going to embarrass myself in public at 57, I might as well do it for a good cause! ❤️🐾

Thank you all so much for your love and support. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to go and have a lie down after all that running talk! 😂❤️

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30/08/2026

Just a wee update to let you all know that I now have limited availability for 2027 🐾

If you’ve been considering booking with me, now is definitely a good time to get in touch and check which dates are still available.

I’ll be taking one or two new dogs next year. To make sure they’re the right fit, they must be 18 months or older, neutered and fully vaccinated.

If you’d like to chat about availability or have any questions, please just drop me a message 🐶

Take care

Lesley (& Charlie 🐾)

12/08/2026

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03/08/2026

This wee firecracker Marty came for a sleepover this weekend, and what an absolute cracker he is! 🐾

It took him approximately 30 seconds to work out the house layout, decide he owned the place, and make himself completely at home.

As the preference was very much not being off a lead while burning off his endless puppy spaniel energy, we headed to Unleashed at Gogarburn. Safe to say he had the time of his life – charging about like he’d been fired out of a cannon, chasing the ball, and repeatedly dive-bombing Charlie, who took it all in his stride as he’s oblivious to anything when a ball is about.

He’s got the funniest wee personality and keeps you laughing. Every expression, every zoomie, every bit of mischief is pure comedy.

He also very kindly took on the important role of Fridge Security Officer. Every single time that fridge door opened, there he was, reporting for duty to make sure everything was exactly where it should be… and, more importantly, to check if anything looked like it needed taste-tested.

Bedtime arrived and he slept like an angel… although so close to me that I genuinely thought I’d developed a furry growth overnight. There wasn’t an inch of spare bed left, but I wouldn’t have had it any other way.

He was up bright and early, full of beans and ready to seize the day. To be fair, when you’re a wee adventurer with a whole day of fun ahead, why waste it sleeping?

Thanks for the laughs this weekend, Marty. You’re a tiny tornado wrapped up in floppy ears, and you’re welcome back anytime… and Charlie agrees!

21/07/2026

Hi everyone! 🐾

It’s been a wee while since I’ve posted on here, and I just wanted to check in and say hello.

Over the past couple of months I’ve taken a step back to reflect, and it’s reminded me just how much I love looking after your wonderful dogs.

Caring for them is a privilege I’ll never take for granted. Their safety, happiness and wellbeing will always come first, and I’m so grateful to everyone who continues to trust me with them.

I won’t be looking to welcome new guests until possibly next year. I have my regulars to focus on 💙🩷

Thank you for sticking with my little business. Your support means more than you’ll ever know, and I’m looking forward to sharing lots more happy faces, muddy paws and adventures with you all. ❤️🐾

We have been busy with lots of our regular guests so I will share their happy wee faces xx

24/06/2026

The Charismatic Charlie Chew sent us this clip and we absolutely can’t wait for the wee guy to ‘check-in’ to Paws And Relax again. He’s a very loyal regular 💙🥰

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