We will spend a few minutes with you and your dog when you first arrive before allowing them to join the daycare group.  We separate the pen and give them a chance to settle in with us before introducing them to a dog with a similar energy level.  When they are ready they'll join the others.  .

We aren't just looking for potential aggressive tendencies but also signs that your dog may be too anxious about the daycare scenario. The last thing we want is to make the whole experience traumatic for your dog and leave them with long lasting issues but of course some puppies and dogs may take more than one visit to feel comfortable.  We want them to have the best fun and every visit a positive one!

You want a well balanced, confident and socialised little buddy.

Small dog puppies are just that.. small.  Tiny in some cases so a safe place to learn and play is perfect!

Everyone deserves a break from one of the daily park runs once in a while, don't they? You not them!

They crave social interactions and thrive in the company of other dogs.

They need social interactions so they don't become reactive, miss dog cues when meeting others or become aggressive when they don't understand. Critical for young puppies to grow into well balanced adult dogs.

Being alone for long stretches, they are likely to get bored and up to mischief!

We open at 7:30am and once everyone has been checked in the day will begin!

Half dayers will join in from 7:30am or 10am.

Depending on which dogs are in that day your dog will join in a group with a similar energy level. This may change multiple times throughout the day.

There will be play, stimulating games, wee walks, some rest and chill, some more running, more play and of course 100% no nasty tasty treats for positive behaviour.

Our aim at Darlo Dogs isn't to run the dogs ragged but for them to leave suitably exercised and content.

Pick up for you dog is by 6:00pm. This gives us a chance to clean efficiently, set up for a new day and gives us sufficient time to recharge for the next days fun and frivolities. 

Most certainly! One of our team will be interacting, cuddling or playing with the dogs.  We will at times leave them to lower their energy levels, stop all stimulation and let them nap.

Once you've decided to join Darlo Dogs' members head up to the "Book Online" button.

Complete the one time form and agree to the "Terms & Conditions".

To book an exclusive daycare spot you must pre-pay as a casual or buy a credit pack and book the space online. 

We love that we can offer a safe place for small dogs and small dog puppies to socialise and learn. We reserve the right to not accept any dog based on size or play style.  Some breeds are more suited to playing with larger dogs and we want them all to have fun and find friends to play with.  

Yes, once a new puppy or dog is given the chance to settle in and when they're ready,  they will join the rest of pack.  

All new dogs are required to undertake a temperament test before being allowed to join in the fun. This helps us understand if a dog is suitable to the daycare environment.

The safety of all dogs and carers is the number one priority!  We have a designated 'time out' space where dogs are placed for a short while if they show any signs of anti-social or aggressive behaviour or their energy gets too high.

If the behaviour continues after the the time out period we shall give you a call but they usually calm down once theyve been give time away.

Over excitement permitted I mean, who doesn't get over excited occasionally?
Aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated.

We accept puppies once they are sufficiently vaccinated to be around other fully vaccinated dogs.  

No. We wont discriminate and welcome all dogs.  However, as with all dogs, there is a strict temperament test before being allowed to join in the fun.  We have the right to refuse any dog due to aggression and anti social behaviour.

They certainly will! They will go on walks to the local parks and have short visits to the closest trees during the day.  For younger puppies and inside dogs we have wee pads.  

We will feed your puppy if they eat during the day.  Please bring their food so they don't get an upset tummy trying something new. They will be taken to a separate area and allowed to eat without distractions.

With your permission pups will be rewarded for positive behaviour with our 100% natural treats.

Our approach is to always reward and encourage positive behaviour.  We will never use aggressive reinforcement but we do have boundaries and rules.  Pups will be put into timeout for a short period of time to lower their energy and until they are calm. 

Yes.  We offer drop off's on foot and are $15 for up to 5 mins walk.  If you live further away we will arranged the drop off with one of our partnered Pet Taxi's. Prices will be subject to the distance from daycare.  Please give us a call to confirm.