A TYPICAL DAY AT DOGGY DAYCARE

Tail-Wagging Fun, Pawsome Play, and Enriching Adventures

At Rags & Bert’s Doggy Daycare, every day is an exciting mix of play, care, and enrichment for your furry friend. From the moment they arrive, our team makes sure every dog feels welcome, safe, and ready for a day full of adventures. Here's a look at a typical day:

7am to 9am: Drop Off and Warm Welcome

Our team and our pups meet with open arms and happy tails! Each dog checks in through our secure double-gate system for a safe and effortless entry. After saying hello to our staff and fellow fur-friends, it’s time for the fun to begin!

7am to 10.30am: Play time

Play time starts as soon as their paws hit the floor and the fun truly ramps up! Dogs are grouped by play style, energy level, and temperament to ensure they all have a great time in a safe, supervised environment. Planned Activities are designed to let them burn off energy, socialize, and just be dogs.

The play areas are filled with exciting options, including:

  • Group games: like fetch, tug-of-war, where dogs can romp around with their friends
  • Toy Time: such as balls, ropes, and squeakers that encourage physical activity and mental stimulation
  • Obstacle courses and agility setups: for dogs who love to climb, jump, and navigate challenges
  • Open play spaces: for those who prefer running around with their furiends
  • Gentle play: for older or more relaxed dogs at a slower pace
  • Doggy pool: with ramps so all dogs have free access to safe water play under the watchful eye of our trained staff

Play time provides an opportunity for dogs to exercise, make new friends, and have a blast under the watchful eyes of experienced staff!

10.30am to 11.30am: Quiet Time

It’s time for a well-deserved break. Dogs relax, nap, or simply enjoy some chill-out time alongside our team, on comfy beds with classical tunes playing on the radio to promote a sense of calm. For pups with special routines, we make sure their individual needs are taken care of.

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11.30pm to 2.30pm: Enrichment Time

Enrichment time at doggy daycare is all about stimulating your dog's mind and body through engaging activities that promote natural behaviours and provide mental challenges.

The activities vary daily and can include:

  • Puzzle toys and treat games: to engage problem-solving skills
  • Low-level agility courses: to boost confidence and coordination
  • Scent work and hide-and-seek games: to tap into their natural instincts
  • Texture Mats: to provide physical stimulation
  • Water play: for dogs who love to splash and cool off in our pool
  • Sprinkler fun: water fun for dogs less confident with water
  • Chasing balls: for high-energy pups who love a good challenge
  • Apple/ fruit bobbing: this allows dogs to explore water at their own pace
  • Dress up: provides great fun and interaction with the staff and physical stimulation
  • Sounds of life: daily sounds such traffic noise, babies crying, sirens, doors slamming are played so your pups are introduced to everyday noises and sounds in a safe environment which helps to build confidence when out in the big wide world.

These activities not only burn off energy but help build confidence and promote healthy socialization and learning in a fun, structured environment

2.30pm to 3.30pm: Quiet Time

After some fun play, we give our worn-out pups another chance to rest. It's a calm, soothing time to unwind before the final round of activities.

3.30pm to 5.30pm: Chilled Play & TLC

Chilled play creates a calm, soothing environment where pups can recharge while still enjoying gentle activities such as:

  • Gentle playtime: with soft toys or calm, small group interactions
  • TLC sessions: like belly rubs, ear scratches, or light brushing from the staff, helping dogs feel pampered and building trust with the staff

4:30pm Onwards: Home Time

After a fun-filled day of adventures, it’s time for our pups to head home. We love seeing them leave with wagging tails, happy and tired from their exciting day!

Parents pick up tired but happy pups, knowing they’ve spent the day in a safe, stimulating, and loving environment.

With all our doggy friends gone home, our team clean up and prepare for the next exciting day of doggy fun!

find out more about doggy daycare

At Rags & Bert’s Doggy Daycare, every day is an exciting mix of play, care, and enrichment for your furry friend. From the moment they arrive, our team makes sure every dog feels welcome, safe, and ready for a day full of adventures. 

1. Register Online

1. Register Online

We need some info before we meet. Register online and we'll call you automatically once this is done to discuss your doggy needs and set up a visit.
2. Sniff Around

2. Sniff Around

We'll call you to set up a time for you and your dog to visit for a Tour and 30-minute Play & Stay Assessment. We'll show you around and assess your dog with other dogs. We offer confidence building sessions for dogs who need this before joining daycare.
3. Regular Plays

3. Regular Plays

Sign up for regular full-day or half-day doggy daycare and choose the days that suit you subject to availability. You can also book in to our modern dog hotel for short or long stays.

Interested? Your Doggy Daycare Journey Starts Here

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Rags & Bert's Ltd
25 Loverock Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG30 1DZ

0118 207 7788
enquiries@ragsandberts.co.uk
www.ragsandberts.co.uk