DOG DAY CARE IN ALNWICK

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The Doggy Day Care Centres caring staff provides the attention and exercise that each guest needs and deserves. We want to put your mind at ease when your favourite family member is staying with us.

Alnwick | The Doggy Day Care Centre

5.0

Based on 188 reviews

Rick Treasure

11:54 08 Oct 25

The team at Alnwick DDC continue to work hard for our furry friends. They are always friendly and positive when picking up or dropping off. Our little dog loves the time he spends there playing with his fellow ‘curlies’ and it’s great to see what he’s been up to via the social media facility at the end of the day.

Ralph Ashton

09:00 08 Oct 25

The Alnwick DDC is fantastic!! My dog, Enzo, can’t wait to get in there for his weekly visit. He has great fun with loads of activities & meets lots of different dogs. He’s been attending since he was a pup and it was crucial to his socialisation. Although he’s a good natured dog, he’s learned good manners and is now a very loving dog. I can’t speak highly enough of the staff. They make Enzo very welcome and I feel that they genuinely love him & care for him. I am continually recommending them to friends and strangers! Well done Alnwick Doggy Day Care!!🥰🐾

kevin smith

20:31 07 Oct 25

Our dog had a great day here.

Claire

19:05 07 Oct 25

My dog goes between the Alnwick and Morpeth doggy day care and loves every minute. The team is great and seem to really enjoy being with the dogs. Highly recommended!

Tammy Hall

18:43 07 Oct 25

My puppy has been going to doggy day care in Alnwick for a few weeks now and she cannot wait to get through the door when I drop her off! She loves it! Staff are always friendly and professional.

Alison Smith

18:14 02 Oct 25

Bertie had the best day whilst we went to Cragside. I would recommend to anyone up here on holiday. He crashed out all evening and was so tired he could barely lift his head. Thank you Libby and Doggy day care xx

Alex Boe

16:34 02 Oct 25

Our dogs Teddy and boris seemed to have a great day and loved there painting they came out with

Wendyfull Cakes

17:39 18 Aug 25

We are on holiday and were unable to take our little Arlo with us. The team were fantastic as Arlo can be a little nervous but they made sure to put him with little playmates that would help him come out of his shell and build his confidence. This is a great facility and great value for money and priceless for the peace of mind the staff gave me that he would be well cared for loved. Arlo gives it a big paws up and he’s now having a good nap. Thank you again 🥰

Sara Russell

09:31 16 Aug 25

Our dog came out of Doggy Day Care with a report card, pictures and a very waggy tail. He had a great day there, and the staff are absolutely lovely- they clearly love their dogs!

Elaina Blakey

20:55 15 Aug 25

Our dog Hector had a fabulous time here. We were holidaying in Northumberland and wanted to be able to leave him somewhere we knew he’d be safe and happy so that we could visit a few tourist attractions that aren’t dog friendly. He thoroughly enjoyed his 3 days at Alnwick doggy daycare centre and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to other dog owners.

Karen Scullion

06:06 14 Aug 25

Great day care used whilst on holiday. It meant we could all explore the places that don’t allow dogs.

Kasia Kusak

16:10 12 Aug 25

I absolutely love having a doggie daycare so close to both home and work. Our, not so little anymore, puppy Bruno has been there twice so far, and the girls make him feel incredibly welcome and well cared for! He always comes home exhausted—which is definitely a good sign! Eloise and Eleyna have been wonderful, keeping me updated daily on how Bruno is doing. Plus, the social media posts showing him making new friends always brighten my day. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!

J H

19:47 06 Aug 25

Both dogs love it. Staff are lovely and really look after your dogs. Can’t recommend them enough

Chris Elton

21:28 22 Jul 25

Thank you for taking such good care of Charlie for his first daycare experience. Your posts showed he had a great time and he was suitably exhausted afterwards.

Dave Gearing

20:57 15 Jul 25

Gizmo spent an afternoon at the Alnwick Day Care and I wouldn’t hesitate to take him back. I’ve booked him in again! He is a very excitable full of energy and mischief boy and they looked after him brilliantly. He was fast asleep as soon as he come home! Thank you 🙏

Phil Ford-Hutchinson

17:18 15 Jul 25

The team at Alnwick were really helpful and were able to accommodate our last minute day care request. Tess had an absolute blast!

Catherine Saunders

14:22 15 Jul 25

Fantastic service and staff lovely with all the dogs. They have alot of time for all the dogs and send lots of updates and pictures when they are there so great reassurance 😊

V Camp

15:25 14 Jul 25

Another holiday person but I wanted to add more details about my dog incase it lets anyone else try the daycare.

She does attend a daycare sometimes by us but it’s one that can have 60+ dogs and she is often shoved in a room with just the big dogs. In 7 years I’ve had no pictures of her just told she was ok but didn’t truly know.

My dog Hermione is now 7 and has been reactive to people since we got her at a few weeks old. Out in the street she can have a go at people who get too close to me out of fear. Later on she became reactive to dogs. She’s had behavioural modification as well as doing mantrailing scentwork agility and obedience.

I’ve now had 7 years of holidays where I’ve had to go to quieter places. I was actually debating finding a kennel for her. But with a random google search I found this daycare.

I carefully watched their pairings and playmates over the last month and was really impressed they matched the dogs up not just all the dogs together which is how it should be.

I was updated I saw videos of her on social media loving people which unless it’s family she wouldn’t do. I was expecting her to be really anxious but she seemed happy. Loved the report card and the painting she did so so sweet. She will be coming back 3 times on this holiday so I don’t have to worry about her around people.

Felt like a weight had lifted to be on holiday without worryingz thank you so much

Yvette Smalridge

19:09 07 Jul 25

Everyone was very pleasant and the dogs seemed to be well looked after. It was great to be able to relax and visit Alnwick Gardens without worrying about the dogs. The staff were very good at letting us know how they settled and keeping us up to date with what they were doing. We would definitely use Doggy day care again.

Yvonne Gurney

16:17 01 Jul 25

What a fantastic place. We put our two mini schnauzers in for a day and they settled in beautifully (even Coco to our surprise who is usually quite nervous and barky). Being able to see photos and videos of them through the day and getting the initial text telling us how they were getting on was such a relief for us and such an amusement for our kids! We have also put our newest schnauzer Lottie and our granddaughter dogs Peanut and Pumpkin into the enrolment class. They loved it and it has been great for learning to socialise.

Pauline Walker

18:21 25 Jun 25

Truffle was looked after very well today and seemed happy and relaxed when we picked her up. Thank you Eleyna and Eloise, who looked after her

Olivia Coyle

16:37 25 Jun 25

First class start to finish. Regular updates on how our dog was interacting on his first day were great, we were always in the loop and it looked like he had lots of fun. Detailed info was required prior to our dogs first visit which meant he had a tailor made experience. Very highly recommend

Tracey Woods

16:34 25 Jun 25

Milo loved his day at Doggy day care. He was very well looked after. I was sent messages throughout the day letting me know how Milo was doing. Also pictures and videos on their facebook page, and he came home with a picture and a report card. Both Milo and me would recommend. Thank you doggy day care 🐾🐾

Karen Morrison

06:34 24 Jun 25

Excellent service from the start …. Brilliant communication from the team at Alnwick, my dog loved his session there – so lovely to be reassured that he was having a great time with lots of cuddles and play time with his new friends … thank you

Elaine Lester

14:06 18 Jun 25

If you are looking for somewhere to leave your dog whilst visiting places which do not allow Dog Entry then look no further than Alnwick Doggy Day Care. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Mason is a regular visitor whilst on holiday and is always happy to return. The staff are all friendly and obviously love looking after the dogs whilst in their care.
I have received videos and photos on social media so I am able to see the activities and interaction from the staff with him. He is always shatteted on collection.
Thank you for looking after him so well.

Sara Millburn

18:23 16 Jun 25

Reggie went back for the second time whilst we are up on holiday here again…this time to allow us to visit The Alnwick Garden. He was welcomed warmly and we were reassured with a text an hope or so later to say he was doing great. Various photos and videos on social media showed him having a great time. Wouldn’t hesitate to use this again when we’re up here another time. Thank you x

Julia

10:02 06 Jun 25

Alfie (my nervous rescue) had a great time at Alnwick Doggy Daycare.
Before his four sessions here he was a bit reactive. especially on the lead, so I was very worried when dropping him off, but within half an hour I received lovely photos of him happily running around with what looked like his long lost twin, he made lots of new friends over the four sessions, his confidence with other dogs and his social skills have come on wonderfully, he trotted in enthusiastically every morning and came out very happy!
The staff are genuinely friendly, caring and knowledgeable.
I would highly recommend Alnwick Doggy Daycare.

Thank you all.
Julia and Alfie 🐾

Emma Lynn

15:03 05 Jun 25

Fletcher has been so well taken care of at day care and the updates we’ve had during the day have proven how much fun he’s had too! He’ll definitely be wanting to come back and see his new friends again!

Kate Hill

17:14 28 May 25

Here on holiday and wanted to see Alnwick Castle so Rosie spent a fabulous day in doggy day care. I was sent texts and saw photos and videos of her having fun on Facebook. Thanks so much for taking such great care of her . She even made a new best friend in Ronnie !

J L B

17:01 27 May 25

Wonderful day care centre for dogs a few minutes drive from Alnwick Castle who do day care for dogs on holiday. We wanted to visit the Castle whilst on holiday in Northumberland with our border collie, but dogs aren’t allowed in Alnwick Castle, so I found this doggy day care on google who care for the dogs in an open environment with other dogs rather than being locked in a kennel. The staff were wonderful from when I first contacted them via phone and on the day when I dropped and collected her. We received updates during her 5 and 1/2 hour stay including photos and videos on Facebook/Instagram which were lovely to see. Also when collecting her we got a painting she’d done whilst with them and a report card listing how her day had been. I would definitely recommend this doggy day care to anyone.

Rita Mendes

11:47 11 Feb 25

The best place to take your doggy for a fun day! My little guy comes home so happy and I’m at ease knowing the staff take such good care of him

A Appleby

17:02 17 Dec 24

Destiny always enjoys herself & makes new friends. I love watching what she’s been up to on the videos. The staff are lovely, friendly & helpful. I would definitely recommend the doggy daycare Alnwick

Colin Lesser

15:05 04 Dec 24

Nelly’s Favourite Day Out
Nelly is so excited when we arrive at Alnwick Doggy Day Care and it’s clear that she’s looked after by a team who just love working with dogs. Nelly enjoys the company of other dogs and lively young people. Attending DDC every couple of weeks has helped with socialising and playing with dogs of all ages and sizes. I’m always relieved that she actually wants to come home at the end of the day, always exhausted and happy.

The Secret Spa

13:15 03 Dec 24

This place is a godsend! My puppy Luna loves it, and it means I can come to work or attend a social event without having to worry about leaving her alone.
They help support obedience training, play with her and wear her out for the day.
She comes home and sleeps after her visit! She loves all of the staff and can’t wait to get in and see her pals.
This business is such an asset to the area, I can’t recommend it enough!

Thanks so much, Luna will be a regular forever 💖

June Thorne

12:50 29 Nov 24

Such a lovely daycare. My daschund goes weekly and loves going, he is so excited every time I take him. The staff are lovely and take really good care of all the dogs in their care. Party organised whenever there is a birthday. Highly recommend

Stella

11:52 05 Nov 24

The first impression that I got was of the dogs arriving at Alnwick Doggy Day Care all excited to get in and start having fun.
I love that you get video and photo updates throughout the day, I’m always on the lookout for what Durin is getting up to, he has a lot of fun socialising and getting attention.
I would highly recommend the centre to any dog owner its wonderful to know your dog is having fun at times when you can not be with them.
Just want to add that Durin is a former Greek stray and a little nervous of new situations but he loves it there.

sam jefferson

22:01 22 Sep 24

Lynn Galloway

22:04 09 Sep 24

What a wonderful place for dogs to go wild !!!!

Milo our cocker spaniel has been going to this fabulous fun friendly doggy play centre since April…….

We needed their professional help at very short notice due to our house renovation at the time.

Milo now goes at least twice a week to meet up with old friends
We’d be lost without Doggy Day Care
Thank you everyone 💓

Well organised company
Fabulous Friendly staff
Extremely accommodating

A huge THANK YOU
From us and MILO 🐾 🐾

See you soon 😊

Amanda Carey

08:16 07 Sep 24

We adopted Hari at the age of 2. He is the sweetest and most loving dog and very well behaved at home, except he is terrified of other dogs when walking on a lead. Taking him to the doggy day care enables him to socialize with other dogs safely. He absolutely loves going and tries to drag us back in there when we pick him up. All the staff are kind and helpful and we love seeing the videos of him playing happily with the other dogs. Thank you!

C Archer

07:38 07 Sep 24

Our Spanish Water Dog loves her time with the fabulous team in Alnwick. They are so caring, intuitive and fun for her. Roobarb is a nervous dog, cautious of new people, and the staff there are incredibly in tune with that. Well done everyone in all the love and care you share. Thank you.

Andi Jo Sheffer

19:06 04 Sep 24

Fantastic day care, would highly recommend. Our little dog is very nervous of people and other dogs, just 17 months old. Pets at home recommended The doggy day care to help with her confidence. We were very happy with the care they gave to our Ezra, she had lots of cuddles and started coming out of her shell throughout the day. We were kept updated with a reassuring text and pictures on Instagram. We will be taking her back, and really think it is going to help her be more comfortable with new people and build her confidence. 5 out of 5 from Ezra! 🐾💗

Tracey t Schofield

18:14 03 Sep 24

Fabulous welcome and reassuring staff.
We left our Cocker Spaniel for the day whilst on holiday so we could enjoy the Alnwick Gardens/Castle. Received a text mid way through the day to say Theo had settled and was having fun. I would highly recommend The Doggy Day Care centre.

Sarah Chamberlain

12:44 03 Sep 24

Lady had a great time at the doggy day care centre. It was her first time in day care and absolutely loved it. She settled in straight away and was lovely seeing videos of her throughout the day on the social media pages. She loved it that much that when we went to pick her up they had to carry her as she refused to leave. I would highly recommend and was great that we could leave her for the day, safe in the knowledge she was having fun too, while we got to explore the castle and gardens on our holiday. If I lived closer I would make it a regular thing as she really enjoyed it and made some new friends too.

Frances Tonks

17:13 28 Aug 24

We used The Doggy Daycare whilst us humans visited Alnwick castle and gardens for the afternoon on our holidays.
Dolly was welcomed warmly and went in tail wagging. The staff we met were lovely and professional and sent me a text to let me know she had settled. This was great as Dolly has never been to daycare before.

I can honestly say… I wish we lived nearby as I would happily let Dolly come all the time.

Amazing place! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Although Dolly couldn’t tell me all about it… she didn’t leave her bed the rest of the evening!! One very happy sleepy pooch!

Thank you – we’ll be back!

Cathryn Parton

13:00 24 Jul 24

Needed a safe space for my cockapoo to play while I went into town and did boring non doggy friendly activities. Registration online was very straightforward. Drop off was easy and despite it being my dog’s first time, staff welcomed him like an old friend. I received text updates which was very reassuring and also viewed video clips of him making new friends on Facebook. At the end of his session I collected a very happy, if a little tired, doggy. I would have no hesitation in leaving him here again. First rate service!

Andrew Horne

19:48 22 Jun 24

Brilliant, so convenient. Booked out Labrador in for a couple days while holidaying in Northumberland while we did some activities that weren’t dog friendly. Love the Instagram account where you can watch your dog playing. The rates and times were very reasonable and pickup/drop-off is super easy. Will definitely use again when we come back.

Georgie Benson

17:24 20 Jun 24

gavin mclaughlin

13:56 20 Jun 24

Monty had a fantastic day at the doggy day care centre, his first ever session. Thank you

Emily Waters

07:11 20 Jun 24

We booked Eva in for doggy day care for 1 day whilst we were at a wedding. We were initially worried about leaving her somewhere with dogs and people she hadn’t met before but the team were brilliant with her! They sent text updates and regularly updated their Instagram with pictures to show her progress. We couldn’t be happier with the service and I’d definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a safe, interactive and caring place to leave their dogs for the day. Thank you

Katie Hodgkinson

15:37 16 Jun 24

We used The Doggy Day Care Centre when we were on holiday recently. They have a very thorough initial registration process & on the day the hand over was friendly and professional. Both of which were very reassuring especially being so far from home. We were updated part way through the day as to how our dog was getting on & they posted on their page a small clip & picture of him. This also put our minds at ease and let us enjoy our day out without worrying. If we stayed in the area again in the future, we wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. Thanks & keep up the good work! 🐾🐶🐾

Andrew A

10:26 31 May 24

First time using any dog daycare service and I have to say we were very pleased. We were made to feel very welcome as we only needed somewhere for Bruno for 1 day whilst we were on holiday. Regular posts on Instagram and a msg to say all was well, was very reassuring. It’s just a shame Alnwick Doggy Day Care isn’t closer to home as I would definitely use them more often. Thank you 😊

Angela Green

16:59 29 May 24

The best thing possible. Max is a rescue dog with some issues He absolutely adores the staff at Alnwick and really looks forward to going there. He is always happy to go in and catch up with his friends. Whilst he was always a sociable dog he is now more confident without being pushy. I notice he is very gentle with smaller or younger dogs. Would not hesitate to recommend Doggy day care Alnwick for either the big boys or little legs club.

Nicole Andrews

09:33 10 May 24

We recently had our dog have a day at The Doggy Day Care Centre Alnwick whilst we were on holiday and visited Alnwick Gardens for the day. Rosie has never been to a day care but is a very friendly sociable dog. She had the best time, was very well looked after by extremely friendly and caring staff. They sent us updates through the day directly to us and put photos and videos on social media so we could see what a good time she was having. When we collected her they told us how she’d got on and said they would welcome her back anytime which made us feel really happy as she’d never been to something like that before. We wouldn’t hesitate in letting her go again.

A Typical Day

A typical day for your pooch will include so many fun activities which your dog can benefit from mentally and physically.

These include; safe supervised socialisation, treat puzzles, obstacle courses, toy time, impulse training games and lots of cuddles and kisses of course.

Our secure outdoor areas allow your dog to have plenty of space to exercise and burn off some of that energy before a well earned afternoon nap.

We encourage all dogs of all ages to have a snooze in our purpose built box beds or to join in on our cuddle corner for the dogs who need that extra bit of comfort for their forty winks.

In Our Care

Our dedicated staff is the cornerstone of our exceptional care. Each member of our team is a passionate dog lover, thoroughly vetted, and highly trained in canine behaviour, first aid, and CPR.

Our staff includes certified dog trainers, experienced handlers, and animal care specialists who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their roles. They are committed to providing personalised attention and ensuring the safety and well-being of every dog in our care.

With ongoing professional development and a deep understanding of canine needs, our team is equipped to handle dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments, making The Doggy Daycare Centre a place where your furry friend will feel loved and secure.

Outdoors

Our centre proudly features an expansive all-weather outdoor space, meticulously designed to invite dogs to explore and frolic freely in the fresh air. This area provides an ideal environment for your canine companions to enjoy the outdoors, no matter the season.

Equipped with state-of-the-art dog agility gear, our centre is committed to encouraging both physical and mental stimulation for every dog. The agility equipment is crafted to challenge and engage your furry friends, fostering their natural instincts and promoting a healthy, active lifestyle.

In addition to our agility equipment, our centre offers a plethora of engaging activities that cater to dogs of all temperaments and energy levels. For those with a penchant for play and a seemingly boundless supply of energy, we have a delightful ball pit that promises endless fun. This vibrant play area allows dogs to dive in and out, chase, and retrieve, ensuring they have a joyful and exhilarating experience.

Visiting Alnwick

When visiting Alnwick, you’ll find world-famous attractions such as Alnwick Castle, The Alnwick Garden (including Lilidorei), and parts of Hulne Park, many of which don’t allow dogs except for assistance animals. While this can make it tricky for pet owners, The Doggy Day Care Centre in Alnwick provides the perfect solution. With safe indoor and outdoor play areas, cosy rest spaces, and experienced staff on hand throughout the day, your dog can enjoy a fun-filled time while you explore. Visitors receive regular updates and photos, so you can relax knowing your four-legged friend is well cared for, happy, and ready to greet you after your day out.