Looking For An Alternative To Large, Commercial Daycares?

  Large, well-known dog daycares work well for some dogs — but they’re not right for every dog or every owner.

If you’re searching for a calmer, smaller alternative to large dog daycare, this page will help you decide whether a more personal approach is a better fit for your dog.

  High-volume dog daycares often care for many dogs at once. While this can suit some confident, highly social dogs, others can find it overwhelming.

Some owners begin looking for an alternative because their dog:

• Feels stressed or overstimulated in busy environments
   
• Prefers smaller, quieter groups
   
• Needs closer supervision
   
• Benefits from familiar routines and faces
   
• Doesn’t cope well with constant noise or crowding
  

Dexter’s Dogs offers a small, friendly dog daycare designed for dogs who benefit from individual attention and a calmer environment.

We intentionally keep our daycare small so we can focus on:

• Quality care rather than quantity
   
• Familiar routines
   
• Calm, friendly interactions
   
• Getting to know each dog properly
   

For many dogs, this creates a safer, more relaxed experience.

One of the biggest concerns owners have when choosing daycare is supervision.

At Dexter’s Dogs:

• Dogs are fully supervised at all times
   
• Dogs are never ever left alone, even briefly
   
• Care is hands-on and attentive throughout the day
   

Constant supervision allows us to monitor behaviour closely, guide play appropriately,  and get to know each dog extremely well.

 We are a local dog daycare based in Borehamwood, welcoming dogs from nearby areas including Radlett, Elstree, Aldenham, Barnet, and  Bushey, 

Being local allows us to:

• Build long-term relationships with dogs and owners
   
• Maintain consistency and familiarity
   
• Offer a personal, community-focused service
   

Many owners value knowing exactly where their dog is and who is caring for them.