A Forest School For Dogs

While you're at work, give them a day of woodland adventures, carefully chosen friends, enrichment and plenty of time to recharge.

8 Secure Acres

Around 10 dogs per friendship group

Award winning daycare

Daily photo/video plus report

Imagine Their Day at Hounds

Video - with follow up text?

Loved by dogs. Trusted by their Humans.

Mandy Desouza

Google Review

Hounds provides the perfect balance of care, enrichment, and comfort for my pups. They love exploring the woodland surroundings and are always so well cared for by the dedicated staff. I couldn’t imagine a better place for them.

Summer

Google Review

Our dog absolutely loves coming to Hounds Daycare for his half day sessions! He loves socialising with the other dogs and the staff are lovely and attentive. Could not recommend more!

Otterley_emma

Google Review

Hounds is amazing 🧡 Our lab Newton has been coming here for a little over 6 months. He looks forward to his full day on a Monday every week. The staff are all so kind and loving to him, I know when I drop him off that he is in safe hands. Their communication is second to none.

A Day Designed Around Them

Arrive

Explore

Enrichment

Recharge

Play with friends

Home

And no - they dont run around outside all day!

Adventures are balanced with enrichment, indoor rest, covered woodland spaces and proper nap times, so your dogs have time to switch off as well as play.

Daycare that fits your week

From £24 for half a day and from £30 for a full day.

Regular days, familliar friends and a routine they can look forward to.

Come and see it through their eyes

Bring your dog and explore Hounds together. Wander through the woodland, meet the team, ask us anything and see whether Hounds feels right for them.

What to expect?

30 minute woodland tour

Bring your dog

The whole family is welcome

No pressure or commitment

The first step is on us.

If Hounds feels right, we'll include their first 2-hour settling-in session free when you book through this page!

FAQs

What are your operating hours?

We are open from 7 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday.

Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM.

Sunday closed.

How do you ensure the safety of the dogs in your care?

Safety is our priority. We use secure fencing, surveillance, trained staff and temperament assessments to make sure dogs are carefully matched into suitable groups and closely supervised throughout the day.

What are the requirements for my dog to be admitted into your daycare?

All dogs must be up-to-date on their vaccinations, including rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella. Your dog does not need to be neutred however we do ask that they do not attend when in heat. All dogs must have a settling in session for both

Will my dog get individual attention?

Yes. Dogs spend time in small, carefully managed groups so our team can get to know each dog, monitor how they’re feeling and give them the individual care and attention they need throughout the day.

Will I recieve updates about my dog's day?

Absolutely! You’ll receive a daily report covering meals, naps, toilet breaks, activities, walks, general notes and which carer spent time with your dog, along with photos and videos from their day.

What if I’m worried my dog won’t cope with daycare?

Every dog is introduced at their own pace. We closely monitor how they’re feeling, gradually introduce them to the environment, carers and suitable dogs, and adjust their experience to help them feel safe, comfortable and confident.

Ready to see Hounds for yourself?

Come for a wonder around the woodlands, bring your dog and explore Hounds together.

Starts with a releaxed 30-minute woodland tour.