dexter's dogs - the daycare your dog would choose
We all want the same thing for our dogs when we can't be with them - a safe pair of hands to care for them.
That's what we offer here at our small, friendly and highly experienced daycare in Borehamwood.
We are tucked away in a quiet cul- de-sac right by the beautiful Red Road Park. With rolling fields and woods, it's a real paradise for pooches!
We offer all the comforts of home, with large squashy sofas and luxurious pet beds, plus a secure and private garden.
And as there are two of us, our guest dogs are never left alone.
Our ethos is simple: we provide the type of care we would want our own dogs to experience.
And because we keep our numbers low, and there are two of us always here, each dog enjoys a level of attention that is unrivalled and really valued by our clients.
We tailor care to each dog’s needs, whether they thrive in gentle social play, quiet walks, or simply enjoying calm downtime - because no two dogs are the same.
constant company - our guest dogs are never left alone
We are both lifelong dog owners, and we have each fostered and rescued several times.
Over the past fourteen years, we have been privileged to care for many different types and breeds.
Most of our daycare regulars started coming here as young puppies and we have watched them mature into wonderful adult dogs.
Seeing the friendships that develop between them is a real joy to behold.
Any new members of the group are carefully vetted to ensure that only soft-natured, sociable dogs become part of the gang :)
We take the responsibility of looking after people's precious dogs very seriously.
Dexter's Dogs is licensed with Hertsmere Council, and insured with a specialist pet care company.
LICENSE HBC-DDB-004-2
In addition, I have done numerous dog training courses with the IMDT (Institute of Modern Dog Training)
we keep our walking groups small and do recall training
Our daycare dogs enjoy wonderful walks and we do recall training with all of them, using both whistles and verbal cues.
Safety is always our top priority and we only allow dogs off lead once we have established a really solid recall with them.
Some of our dogs love a lively game of Frisbee!
What Sets Dexter’s Dogs Apart
Fully Supervised, Constant Care
Direct Access to Beautiful Open Space
Direct Access to Beautiful Open Space
.Your dog is never left alone — one of only a few daycares locally with continuous supervision from experienced carers.
Direct Access to Beautiful Open Space
Direct Access to Beautiful Open Space
Direct Access to Beautiful Open Space
We step straight out into woods and fields right from our doorstep — no car ride stress for your dog.
Personal Meet & Greet Before Booking
Direct Access to Beautiful Open Space
Exclusive Boarding for Regular Daycare Dogs
Every dog has a one-hour meet and greet walk so we understand their personality, energy level and comfort with other dogs.
Exclusive Boarding for Regular Daycare Dogs
Exclusive Boarding for Regular Daycare Dogs
Exclusive Boarding for Regular Daycare Dogs
Regular daycare dogs have access to our boarding with familiar surroundings, beds and comforts they already know and love.
Daily Photo Updates
Exclusive Boarding for Regular Daycare Dogs
Recall & Enrichment Walks
Enjoy peace of mind with photo updates throughout the day showing your dog happy, relaxed and engaged.
Recall & Enrichment Walks
Exclusive Boarding for Regular Daycare Dogs
Recall & Enrichment Walks
We do recall training and enriching walks using verbal cues and whistles — helping confidence and obedience.
boarding - reserved exclusively for our daycare dogs
unrivalled level of care
Our boarding service is available only to dogs who already attend Dexter’s Dogs daycare.
This means every dog staying overnight is known to us, comfortable in our environment, and part of our established daycare family - allowing us to offer a level of care that simply isn’t possible in traditional boarding settings.
A true home-from-home experience
Because our boarding dogs are familiar with our routines, people, and space, overnight stays are calm, settled, and relaxing.
Dogs sleep where they feel happiest.
For some, that means their own bed or quiet space.
For others, it means sleeping in our rooms - and, if that’s what they prefer, on our beds - just as they would at home.
This choice is always led by the dog.
why this is so rare
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This type of boarding is extremely uncommon and only possible because:
- We care for a small number of regular dogs
- We never mix unfamiliar dogs
- Every overnight guest already knows us and the environment
It isn’t just about luxury - it’s about familiarity, trust, and emotional well-being.
