The dog daycare provider Yappy Days is based in Heckfield, the Hampshire village on the commuter route connecting Reading and Basingstoke. Consequently, we are well-placed to help a wide range of dog owners in the local area with utilising a doggie day care service — even at short notice.

How will we cater for your dog’s needs and preferences?

Here at Yappy Days, we will get to know your dog before their first day here by inviting all new clients and dogs to the facility to meet the team. During this visit, you will be taken on a tour of the premises and get a chance to see the different activities on offer!

We know that every dog is different in what they enjoy and don’t enjoy. So, from this initial appointment, we will learn what makes your dog’s tail wag and take our time to match individual canines to the best group based on their size and play style.

We would be happy to take care of more than one dog from your household at the same time — but, in every case, we will treat each dog individually, taking account of their specific needs and preferences as revealed to us beforehand by you, the dog’s owner.

What dog day boarding activities do we run?

The table below outlines the day-to-day routine we follow with our doggie day care services. However, if you have any remaining questions about this schedule, please don’t be afraid to contact us. You can call us on 01256 643670, email us via info@yappydaysdaycare.com or message us via Facebook.

We are thrilled about the positive customer reviews our dog day care services have attracted — and we invite you, too, to let us know what you think of dog day care work we carry out for you and your beloved pooch.

Day-to-day routine

Description

Time

Arrivals at Daycare All dogs will be dropped off and checked in, ready for a fun packed day at Yappy Days! Bits 'n' bobs away, lunches stored, and they greet their playmates in the large outside secure area. 8:00am-9:00am
Supervised play and free running Dogs are given time to run around, play with mates, fetch the ball, through the tunnel, in the ball pit, over and around the climbing frame. This play is supervised by a trained member of staff. 9:00am-11:00am
Enrichment Activities This time Is given for dogs to engage in low level agility, snuffle mats, Kong's, puzzle toys and low-level positive reward-based training. 11:00am-12:00pm
Rest and Relaxation During this time, dogs have a selection of beds to rest on either alone or with their new daycare friends. They will receive lots of human Interaction If they choose and lunchtime meals will also be fed. 12:00pm-1:30pm
Supervised play and free running Dogs are given afternoon time to run around, play with mates, fetch the ball, through the tunnel, in the ball pit, over and around the climbing frame. This play is supervised by a trained member of staff. 1:30pm-3:00pm
Enrichment Activities Afternoon enrichment is the start of the days "wind down" time. The dogs will have a selection of snuffle mats and Kong's to enjoy their time with. 3:00pm-4:00pm
Health, grooming & welfare checks Staff will spend 1:1 time with each dog to give them a basic grooming session, aiding nose to tail checks and lots of cuddles. 4:00pm-5:00pm
Homeward bound/collections Time to go home! Dogs will be collected by owners and tell them all about the fun they have had during their time at daycare. Any relevant Information/observations will be passed on to owners of each dog by staff If required. 5:00pm-5:30pm

Vivian loves it here! They really make the difference by showing them individual love and care as well as providing good activities! Staff are so friendly.

by Danielle Katrina

Lou is so great with all the dogs and our pup absolutely loved it!!! would highly recommend 🐶

by Amelia Yip

A fantastic place allowing dogs to run free in the company of other dogs. All in the safely of a sacured fenced off area. The owner Lou is both very friendly and caring. Our dog absolutely loves the place. Highly recommended!

by Dora Houillon

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