Professional pet care with a personal countryside touch.

About The Countryside Canine Co.

At The Countryside Canine Co., I believe every pet deserves safe, reliable and compassionate care tailored to their individual needs.

Based in Didcot, Oxfordshire, I provide professional dog walking, home visits and overnight stays across Didcot and the surrounding villages, delivering reliable, personalised care you can trust.

Lauren, owner of The Countryside Canine Co., with her two Leonberger dogs outdoors.

Meet Lauren

Hello, I'm Lauren, the founder of The Countryside Canine Co.

Dogs have always been at the heart of my life, and caring for them has grown from a lifelong passion into a profession I truly love.

Growing up with two Border Collies sparked my lifelong love of dogs and taught me the importance of understanding every dog's unique personality and needs.

Today, I share my life with three wonderful giant breeds: Mabel and Martha, my Leonberger sisters, and George, our gentle Bernese Mountain Dog × Newfoundland cross.

Alongside my own dogs, I've spent the past six years working as a Veterinary Practice Assistant, gaining valuable hands-on experience in animal care, communication and training.

This combination of professional experience and a lifetime surrounded by dogs has shaped my approach to care. I believe every dog deserves patience, kindness and care tailored to their individual personality and routine.

My love for animals goes far beyond dogs. Alongside my three giant breeds, I share my home with a cat and five rabbits, and I grew up with guinea pigs too. They’ve all taught me that every animal has their own personality, routines and little quirks.

That’s why I’m more than happy to care for cats and small furries as part of my pet care services, so your whole family can be looked after by someone who genuinely loves animals of all shapes and sizes.

A love for all animals

Experience you can trust

Alongside my personal experience, I have worked as a Veterinary Practice Assistant for the past six years.

Working in a busy veterinary practice has given me valuable experience in animal health, welfare and day-to-day care. It has also reinforced the importance of trust, compassion and clear communication with both pets and their owners.

This experience enables me to provide a professional, knowledgeable service, while ensuring your dog's wellbeing always comes first.

6 Years of Veterinary Experience

Meet My Dogs

Mabel, a Leonberger, sitting in a grassy field.

George, a Bernese Mountain Dog cross Newfoundland, enjoying a countryside walk

Martha, a Leonberger, enjoying time in the garden

Mabel

George

Our first Leonberger and the beginning of our giant breed adventure. Gentle, loyal and full of love, She is 3 years old.

Mabel's real sister, who we adopted in January 2025. Playful, affectionate and full of character, she is 3 years old.

Our gentle giant who joined us in July 2025. With the sweetest soul and a clam, placid nature, he is 8 years old.

Martha

My Promise

Every pet is unique, which is why I believe their care should be too. I take the time to get to know each pet's personality, routine and individual needs, providing calm, reliable care that helps them feel safe, comfortable and happy.

Whether it's an enriching countryside walk, a personalised home visit, overnight care in the comfort of their own home or safe, reliable transportation to grooming appointments and kennels, every service is tailored to suit your pet's needs.

My aim is to build lasting relationships with both pets and their owners, giving you complete peace of mind knowing your companion is in caring, experienced and trustworthy hands, wherever their needs take them.