Dog daycare in the Netherlands

Who is daycare for?

• Dogs who don't like being home alone for long.
• Young, energetic dogs who need lots of exercise and play.
• Social dogs who enjoy playing with other dogs.
• Owners with long working days.

What does a day at daycare look like?

You drop your dog off in the morning and pick them up in the late afternoon. In between there is group play, walks and rest. A good daycare groups dogs by size and temperament and has enough staff for each group.

How to book daycare on Petovia

• Search your area and choose "Daycare".
• Compare places by price, distance and rating.
• Pick a day and confirm your booking online.

Good to know

Most daycares ask for up-to-date vaccination records and start with an assessment day, so they can see how your dog fits in with the group.

Is daycare right for your dog?

Daycare works well for sociable dogs that love playing with other dogs and can't be home alone all day. A dog that's anxious in groups, gets overstimulated quickly or reacts strongly to other dogs is often better off with a dog walker or a sitter.

Most daycares start with an assessment or trial day. They watch how your dog reacts to the group and the staff, and which group suits them best. Our blog covers the signs that daycare does or doesn't suit your dog.

What a day looks like

• Drop-off in the morning, usually between 7 and 9.
• Play and walks in small groups, matched by size and temperament.
• A rest around midday in their own crate or quiet spot.
• Another round of play or a walk in the afternoon.
• Pick-up at the end of the afternoon, often with a short report on the day.

What a daycare asks of you

A valid vaccination record, including kennel cough, and flea and worm treatment. Some daycares only take males above a certain age if they're neutered, and don't take females in season. Your dog needs to be house-trained and respond well to the staff. Ask the daycare about their requirements before you book.