In September 2024, after 20 years in the fast-paced world of IT, I decided to follow my true passion—working with dogs. I began by offering dog walking services while transforming my home in Kemsing into a safe, comfortable, and loving environment for daycare and boarding.
Fast forward to February 2025: with all the necessary qualifications and a 4-star local authority licence under my belt, I proudly opened my doors to dogs across Kent. Since then, I’ve been providing a personalised, professional service where every dog is treated like part of the family.
Whether you need reliable daycare, a cosy home-from-home for overnight stays, or just peace of mind while you're away, I’m here to help—because your dog deserves the best.
Josh Billings
I decided in July 2024 it was time for a complete change. I wanted to do something that brought me real joy—combining two of my favourite things: walking in our beautiful local countryside and sharing our home with dogs.
My love for dogs runs deep. My wife and I once shared our lives with Robyn, our much-missed rescue pup, and even chose our home for its indoor and outdoor space so she could have the best life possible. After Robyn passed, the house just felt too quiet—so creating a safe, welcoming space for dogs to enjoy again felt like the perfect next step.
Now, with the support of Sue (who helps around her teaching role), I'm proud to offer a loving, family-run daycare and boarding service. Every dog who comes through our door is treated like one of our own—whether they’re here for a fun-filled day of play or a cosy overnight stay.
For me, it’s not just a business—it’s about filling our home with wagging tails, muddy paws, and plenty of sofa snores.
Understanding the care and responsibility needed for pets, I founded Happy Paws & Sofa Snores to provide a trustworthy and loving service. I want my clients to feel confident leaving their pets in my care, knowing they will be treated as I would my own. My home offers a relaxed and safe environment for daycare and boarding, and ensures your pets are loved and cared for in a home enviornment, when you are away.
Happy Paws & Sofa Snores proudly serves the local area of Sevenoaks and surrounding villages, including Noah's Ark, Kemsing, Seal, Ightham, Otford, Eynsford and Shoreham.
I am working hard and collaborating with local pet businesses, vets, and product providers to enhance the services available to pet owners in these communities.