Dog Day Care
Two day care options to suit different dogs: group socialisation or individual quiet space.
Doggy Day Camp
Indoor arena and outdoor paddock with supervised group play. Dogs socialise and develop social skills.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm.
Individual temperament assessments are required before enrolment.
Assessment process
- Free half-day assessment required
- Gradual introduction to group dogs
- Safety-focused positive introduction protocol
- Multiple visits may be needed before full participation
Requirements
Dogs must meet all of the following:
- People-friendly (non-aggressive)
- Dog-friendly (non-aggressive toward other dogs)
- Non-possessive over food, toys, property, and space
- Good overall health
- Minimum 16 weeks old
- Spayed or neutered (6+ months)
- Current vaccinations including kennel cough vaccine
Younger than 16 weeks? Our puppy training course starts at 12 weeks.
Indoor arena and outdoor paddock
Day Creche
Day Creche is perfect for those dogs who like their own space or prefer not to socialise. Dogs can come into the Creche Monday to Sunday. Each dog will be given their very own Doggy House and enclosed area to relax in. They will be taken for walks by our Day Creche Team.
Hours
- Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm
- Saturday, 9am to 4:30pm
- Sunday, 9:30am to 4pm
Facilities and standards
- Premium non-porous flooring (not artificial grass)
- SAFE4 dog-friendly disinfectant used throughout
- Licensed by Durham County Council
Note for new clients
Dogs typically rest heavily after first visits due to increased activity levels. This diminishes with repeat visits.
Day care in pictures
