When Kerra and Stuart arrived for their short stay in one of our barns, there was a sense that everyone just needed a pause. A change of scene, some space to breathe, and time away from the noise of everyday life. For their dog, it was also a chance to slow down and feel safe, something that isn’t always easy in busy, home environments.
This is exactly why we do what we do.
At Bed and Basket, our barns are designed specifically for dog friendly holidays. Set in peaceful Cornish countryside, they offer a quiet, comfortable place to relax. There’s no rush here. No pressure. Just space, calm and the chance to step out of everyday routines.
Alongside their stay, Kerra and Stuart booked some sessions with Brian at K9 Mentor. There was no fixed plan or tick list to work through. Instead, sessions focused on what their dog needed in that moment; building confidence, improving focus and helping everyone feel more at ease together. Progress was gentle, kind and realistic.
One of the most powerful parts of combining training with a dog friendly holiday in Cornwall is what happens in between the sessions. After working with Brian, Kerra and Stuart could head straight into one of the enclosed paddocks or enjoy quiet countryside walks, practising new skills while everything was still fresh. There was even the chance to take a walk into the village and enjoy lunch at the nearby dog friendly pub. Evenings were slow and settled, giving their dog time to rest, process and relax. Learning happened naturally, woven into real life rather than feeling like hard work.
By the end of their stay, the change wasn’t dramatic or forced — it was calm and steady. The kind of progress that lasts.
Their words captured it better than we ever could:
“A calm dog. A relaxed owner. Space to breathe. Real progress made through kindness and understanding.”
For us, this is what dog friendly holidays in Cornwall should feel like. Not just somewhere to stay, but a place where dogs and their people can reset, reconnect and move forward together.
If you’re looking for a dog friendly break that offers a little more support, our three businesses work hand in hand. Bed and Basket provides peaceful, dog friendly barns for multiple dogs. Hut and Hound offers comfortable single level accommodation and K9 Mentor delivers professional, personalised dog training and behaviour support.
Sometimes, all it takes is the right environment and a few calm days to make a real difference.
Learn more about our training work at K9 Mentor:
https://www.k9mentor.co.uk/
