Our Story
Hi there! I'm Eddy Morris, a dog lover and dog father to Sally our Tunisian rescue dog and Ted the senior Pug, who has joined us permanently for his retirement. We've had many rescues over the years and you can see their cute pictures on the gallery. My wife, Tania (Tan), helps me run this business. We have a lot of experience with dogs of different sizes and breeds, and we care deeply about animal welfare.
We are licenced with Worcestershire Regulatory Services 25/04859/ANIACT , for dog home boarding and daycare, achieving the Higher Standards of Welfare rating. We both hold OFQUAL Qualification Level 3 in Canine Care, Behaviour and Welfare together with Canine First Aid and CPR and have undertaken various courses on Dog Law, Dog Nutrition and Behaviour and Training. A DBS/CRB check is also available. The business is insured with Protectivity. Tan also holds a Higher Diploma in Photography and can also offer photo shoots and loves nothing better than being with dogs and a Nikon camera.
The DogFather Worcester was founded in 2016. We started as a dog walking service to accommodate our deaf lurcher Spooky Boo, who had a spinal injury caused by a slip in 2015. As she was initially paralyzed from the waist down, we used all the annual leave from our day jobs to give her 24/7 care, spreading the caregiving between us. As months went on it became clear that a permanent solution was needed, so The DogFather began. Becoming self-employed allowed me to spend more time with Spooky and I could work around her needs. It was the ideal solution and the business has grown from strength to strength.
For over 40 years we’ve shared our lives with dogs of every size, personality, and ability — including many who were wonderfully “differently abled.”
Rescue work has always been close to our hearts, and we’ve fostered for Evesham Greyhound & Lurcher Rescue. Tan has also managed an overseas rescue and worked as a homechecker.
Our latest wonky rescue, Sally, came to us after surviving gunshot injuries to both forelegs while living on the streets of Tunisia. She’s trained to use a wheelchair and prosthetics, but she much prefers cruising around in her very own dog buggy.
Some of our proudest moments include teaching sign language to our deaf girl Spooky Boo and helping her walk again after a severe spinal injury; watching nervous Ozzy transform from hiding under the bed for three months into a confident, joyful character; and supporting Peg through pioneering stem‑cell therapy to ease her osteoarthritis.
Caring for dogs with all kinds of needs has shaped who we are — and it’s at the heart of the gentle, understanding approach we bring to every dog we meet.
We offer fun and stimulating activities for your dog, such as treat hunting in the sensory garden. We only walk on-lead to ensure your dog's safety and well-being. Your dog will get lots of cuddles and fuss if they are happy with the attention, or left to chill quietly if they prefer to be separate - each dog dictates the approach we take on an individual basis.
If you are looking for a trustworthy and affordable dog home boarding and daycare service in Worcester, look no further than us. We guarantee a professional and reliable service that meets your dog's needs. We provide individual attention to your dog, including medications and supplements if needed, and reinforce their training.
Our family past and present
I'm an animal lover and a strong supporter of animal welfare. To me, all animals have the right to live and be treated kindly. I detest any form of animal abuse. Having spent many years in the caring profession, I have applied my knowledge to our furry friends. I hold OFQUAL Levels 2 & 3 in Professional Dog Boarding and Daycare.
Dog and camera crazy! Tan holds OFQUAL Level 3 in Canine Care, Behaviour and Welfare together with an Advanced Diploma in Photography. She has fund raised over £4,000 of donations in two years for overseas dog rescue and organised a one ton food donation for shelter dogs.
Sally is a Tunisian street dog who was shot when the municipal police were clearing the streets of dogs before the tourist season. Her forelegs were destroyed by gunshot, leaving her unable to use them. She gets around by using her elbows and a dog buggy for her outside 'walks'.
Ted is the latest addition to our family and has joined us for his retirement. He loves his food, shouting at the TV but most of all sofa cuddles.
Our deaf rescue from Dogs Trust, Evesham. In 2015 after a fall and suffering a catastrophic spinal injury, she became paralysed from the waist down (only 10% of her spinal cord was working). After months of rehab she managed to walk again (in a fashion). She used a wheelchair to run again and had more shoes than Tan to protect her paws. We had many lovely years with her following her accident.
Rescued from a kill shelter in Romania having only three legs and one eye. In later years Peg suffered with severe arthritis and we undertook revolutionary stem cell treatment to try to maintain a good quality of life for as long as we could.
A Podenco cross from southern Spain. His formative years were spent in a shelter where he had very little experience of the outside world. Everything was scary when he first came to us, but became a fun loving dog. We said goodbye to our sweet boy in 2025 after battling Cushings Disease.
A Romanian rescue with no bottom jaw (quite literally) and no teeth. Scrappy suffered from laryngeal paralysis and on three occasions we provided mouth to nose CPR to keep him breathing. He lived to be 15 years old and was an amazing little chap.
Half brother and sister and raised from pups until old age took it's toll. We'd groom them every 7 weeks, but would never win any awards - they looked ridiculous but were comfortable and loved. We have a soft spot for anything 'doodle' and know where it comes from.
Raising awareness on dog disability
Tania is a passionate dog lover who has dedicated her time and skills to help rescue dogs find their forever homes. She has fostered and home checked dogs for various charities, both in the UK and abroad, and has a special affinity for street dogs. She is also a talented photographer who offers her services for free to dog rescue charities in Worcestershire, helping them showcase their dogs in the best light. She has also raised funds and donated food for dog shelters in need.
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