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Two cavapoo dogs sitting together in matching pink strawberry harnesses and bows

4.9 starsGoogle rating (Durham)

212 reviewson Google (Durham)

MembershipsStaff are members of IAAT, APDT, The Kennel Club Good Citizens Dog Training Scheme and BADPT

150+ yearsof combined professional pet care experience

What We Offer At Mighty Mutt House

From heartwarming doggy day care and rejuvenating hydrotherapy to expert dog training and pampering grooming sessions, we’ve got tails covered!

A terrier with a green ball on a grass mat at Mighty Mutt House

Dog Day Care

Safe and playful environment for your pup.

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A chocolate Labrador swimming with a toy in its mouth

Dog Swimming and Hydrotherapy

Water-based exercises promoting wellness. Fun swimming and medical hydrotherapy.

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A white bichon sitting on a grooming table

Grooming and Spa

Professional grooming expertise.

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A black and white dog with a training course certificate

Dog Training

Positive reinforcement techniques for obedience.

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Puppies and dogs playing with balls and tunnels in the Mighty Mutt House play area

Puppy Socialisation Clubs

Controlled environments where puppies meet different people, dogs, and children.

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Natural dog treats on display in baskets and wooden crates in the Mighty Mutt House shop

Retail Store

Nutriment frozen dog food and a full range of natural treats.

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The Mighty Mutt House indoor space with a bright painted dog mural on the wall

Hire Our Space

Run your own class, workshop or event in our indoor space.

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Our Promise To You

Why Mighty Mutt House

  • Positive reinforcement techniques only: no choke chains, yanking, shouting or aggression
  • Limited class sizes for personalised attention
  • Staff members of the International Association of Animal Therapists (IAAT), the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), The Kennel Club Good Citizens Dog Training Scheme and the British Association of Pet Dog Trainers (BADPT)
  • Over 150 years of professional pet care experience, collectively
  • Day care, hydrotherapy, training, grooming and puppy socialisation under one roof
Licensed day care

5 stars from Durham County Council

Our doggy day care is licensed by Durham County Council, which has awarded it 5 stars.

  • Highest standards of care, welfare and safety
  • Licensed to care for up to 24 dogs at one time
  • Licence valid until 23 August 2029
  • Regular inspections by Durham County Council
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The Durham County Council licence certificate for Providing Day Care for Dogs, awarded 5 stars to Burns Pet Care T/A Mighty Mutt House, valid until 23 August 2029. Select it to view the full-size certificate.

What our name stands for

The logo says it all: Mighty, Mutt, House.

Mighty

Building happy, healthy, confident dogs through care, play, exercise and learning.

Mutt

Celebrating every dog, whatever their breed, size, personality or ability.

House

A welcoming, safe and friendly place where every dog feels part of the family.

See how our painted wall brought the name to life

Meet the team

The friendly, qualified team who look after your dogs.

Carole, Managing Director

Carole

Managing Director

Became Manager in July 2020.
Favourite breeds: Cavapoos.

Sophie, supervisor, smiling in front of the staff notice board

Sophie

Supervisor

Joined November 2019.
Favourite breeds: Staffys, Rottweilers and Cocker Spaniels.

Clara, head hydrotherapist, smiling with a boxer standing in the water treadmill

Clara

Head Hydrotherapist

Joined April 2021.
Favourite breeds: Boxers.

Chloe, hydrotherapist, in a wetsuit sitting in the pool with a black Labrador

Chloe

Hydrotherapist

Joined March 2025.
Favourite breeds: German Shepherds and Tollers.

Hazel, hydrotherapist, in the pool stroking a wet grey dog in a red harness

Hazel

Hydrotherapist

Joined May 2026.
Favourite breeds: Huskies, German Shepherds and Australian Shepherds.

Ruby, dog trainer, holding a small brown terrier with a rosette and certificate

Ruby

Dog Trainer

Joined March 2025.
Favourite breeds: Japanese Shiba Inus and Rottweilers.

Shannon, Dog groomer and Day camp

Shannon

Dog groomer and Day camp

Joined October 2021.
Favourite breeds: Shepherds and cross breeds.

Dawn, Dog groomer

Dawn

Dog groomer

Joined June 2020.
Favourite breeds: Chihuahuas, Collies and Staffys.

Emily, dog groomer, smiling cheek to cheek with a golden Labrador

Emily

Dog groomer

Joined October 2025.
Favourite breeds: Spaniels and Golden Retrievers.

Chelsea, Dog groomer

Chelsea

Dog groomer

Joined June 2025.
Favourite breeds: Border Collies and Belgian Shepherds.

Dylan, Day camp

Dylan

Day camp

Joined December 2022.
Favourite breeds: Border Collies, Rottweilers and Newfoundlands.

Amy from the day camp team cuddling a happy golden retriever

Amy

Day camp

Joined November 2023.
Favourite breeds: Beagles.

Terri from the day camp team smiling with a black and tan dog

Terri

Day camp

Joined June 2026.
Favourite breeds: Boston Terriers and Chihuahuas.

Isaac from the doggy socialisation team, smiling in a black jumper

Isaac

Doggy socialisation

Joined June 2020.
Favourite breeds: Spaniels.

What our customers say

4.9 stars from 212 Google reviews (Durham). A selection of recent five-star reviews:

★★★★★

Chloe is absolutely amazing! Our nervous dog didn’t want to get in last time and Chloe had her in the water and confident within 10 minutes, we are so pleased 🙂

Georgia J. · Google review

★★★★★

Our little Tom Daley (Sunny) had the best time for his first fun swim. The staff were so lovely, would definitely recommend and we will definitely be back.

Beth D. · Google review

★★★★★

This is a wonderful centre for doggie day care, wellbeing and spa treatments for dogs. My dog is very timid but she loves coming here. Highly recommend.

Louise B. · Google review

★★★★★

Clara has been fab doing my dog’s rehabilitation after IVDD surgery. Definitely recommended.

Megan C. · Google review

★★★★★

Love going there for Huxley’s fun swim. Clara loves him to bits as he loves working himself for her. Great staff, friendly place.

Scotty · Google review

★★★★★

I took my staffy here a few weeks back for his first swim session. The staff was absolutely amazing with him and he really enjoyed playing fetch in the water. Will definitely be returning as a regular.

Hayley H. · Google review

Our house

Check Out Some Of The Dogs Enjoying Their Time With Us

Two golden dogs standing in the heated hydrotherapy pool

Two small dogs meeting on a wooden step in a socialisation class

Many dogs playing together on the paddock lawn and steps

A smiling member of staff in the pool with a happy dog in a red life jacket

Dogs playing and cooling off in a paddling pool in the outdoor paddock

A dog swimming with a colourful toy in its mouth

Dogs playing together on the day care floor

A small, freshly groomed cream dog on the grooming table

Puppies in a pink pool full of colourful balls

Four dogs playing together on the blue day care floor

A black, white and tan collie sitting on the grooming table after a groom

A freshly groomed cavapoo standing on the grooming table

A laughing member of staff in the pool with a dachshund in a soft collar

A shepherd dog wearing a rosette beside a certificate on the training floor

A boxer in an orange harness smiling on the water treadmill with a member of the hydro team behind

A spaniel in a yellow harness standing on the water treadmill

A curly brown dog sitting proudly with a rosette and certificate after a training course

A border terrier swimming towards a yellow ball in the pool

Three dogs standing on an artificial grass platform in front of the painted arena wall

Two members of staff in the pool with a German shepherd

A black dog on the pool ramp beside a pile of toys

A German shepherd puppy looking out from inside a tyre tunnel

A border terrier lying on the artificial grass with a purple ball

The indoor arena with a painted wall reading Snip Splash Stay Strut

Dogs playing together in the day care arena

A red dog standing on the pool ramp

A brown and white dog smiling on the grooming table in front of a flower backdrop

Two freshly groomed Yorkshire terriers side by side on the grooming table

A terrier running across the grass with a red ball in its mouth

Two puppies playing beside a ball pit in a puppy socialisation class

A golden dog swimming in the pool

Two small freshly groomed dogs side by side on the grooming table

A golden retriever with a blue toy on the pool ramp

A fluffy white dog freshly groomed and smiling on the grooming table

A black, white and tan dog with a red collar sitting on the grooming table after a groom

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