London - For the pampered pooch who likes to be treated like royalty, now they can live the high life while you are away on holiday.
The first five-star luxury hotel and spa for dogs opened this week in Ayrshire in Scotland.
No expense has been spared in creating the Bellslea Hills Pet Hotel and Spa, which boasts extravagant suites with 32 inch flat-screen TVs and individually controlled underfloor heating.
The exclusive retreat offers 38 five-star rooms, which are able to house multiple dogs from the same family if owners wish.
Will Aitken, managing director, said: “It’s the first of its kind in the UK; the only comparable facilities are located in Beverley Hills and Hollywood.
“Many dog owners put on a TV for their pet when they leave the home for any period of time during the day, which is why all our suites feature TVs for dogs to watch and listen to their favourite daytime show. The TVs can screen an image of a crackling log fire to give the suite a warm, homely feel.”
The TVs are also equipped with webcams which have 360º rotation and can be controlled by a smartphone.
Owners can talk to their pets, wherever they are in the world, with the in-built dual audio system. The infrared function with a webcam means you can watch your pet 24/7 from around the world.
When pets are not relaxing in their suites, they can take advantage of the bone-shaped splash pool, or play in the indoor state-of-the-art hygienic artificial grass play area.
Aitken said: '“As a dog lover, I know what level of care I would want for my own pets and that is precisely what we have designed Bellslea Hills to deliver.
“I’m convinced that, like me, rather than a standard kennel, pet owners would much rather place their beloved dogs in a facility offering the highest possible quality and providing exceptional levels of care and comfort.”
For the ultimate pamper treatment, hotel guests will be able to head to the spa to unwind after exercising.
undefinedThe luxurious spa facility washes and grooms dogs with a range of different shampoos and conditioners, including hypoallergenic and colour enhancing options with different scents.
Dogs will be massaged by aerating showerheads or for sensitive pooches, dried in a luxury spa box with gentle warm air. Spa facilities can be used for non-hotel guests as well.
“If you’ve been down to the beach with your dog, or played in a muddy field, you can pop along to use our spa facilities and have a peek at what else we can offer your precious pooch.”
Nightly rates are £29.40 (R520) a suite for one guest and £19.40 for each additional guest from the same family.
Daily Mail