Where to find 25 of the top doggy day cares in southeast Queensland
They have four legs instead of two, but an increasing number of Queenslanders are sending their ‘fur babies’ to doggy day care centres more than ever before. See our list of the best.
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Daycares are no longer just for human children, with doggy day cares springing up around the southeast more than ever before in the past decade.
Some centres, particularly in more urban inner-city areas, offer indoor daycare sessions, while others with more space also include some outdoor sections or are completely outside.
Some doggy day cares have a pool, sandpit and other play equipment, some cater only to small dogs, while other versions of daycare comprise walks or trips to the beach.
All doggy daycares aim to provide physical and mental stimulation for the pooches.
Most centres also offer other services, including but not limited to grooming or training with qualified staff members.
Scroll down to see our list of SEQ’s top 25 doggy day cares
Mad Dogs and Englishmen Gold Coast North franchise owner, Natalia Frizzo, takes canine clients for regular outings to the beach and local parks.
She said daycare was beneficial for dogs for many reasons, including helping improve their confidence.
“This is the best benefit we offer in our walks. We work on their confidence … after a few (group) walks they’re not afraid any more of people or dogs,” she said.
“We also work on their recall and try to stimulate them with different ways of playing as we want them to come home tired and happy.”
Mad Dogs and Englishmen employees and trainers limit themselves to four dogs each and often take them to a beach, park or other dog-friendly areas.
Miss Frizzo, 36, of Broadbeach Waters, who worked with Mad Dogs in Sydney for several years before buying her franchise about two years ago, said owners sent their pets to doggy daycare for different reasons, which often varied depending on the geographic area.
“In Sydney (clients) had their corporate jobs and did not have time for their dogs during the day,” she said.
“They needed someone to go to their places, pick their dogs up to take them out for a wee and go to the park for a bit of a run, but on the Gold Coast, the demographic is different. “They have massive houses and backyards and do include their dogs in their active lifestyle.”
Miss Frizzo said many of her Gold Coast clients even walk their dogs before she picks them up.
“They still hire us as they really want their dogs to go out and live an active life and to be socialised,” she said.
“They love that we can take them on group walks and sometimes meet up with the others at different parks, not the usual parks they take them, or if their dogs don’t have a good recall we work on the recall.”
Unleashed GC owner Eric Mazzei, 36, of Palm Beach, agrees there is more to doggy daycare than just wearing dogs out, with the service also benefiting owners and the broader community.
“We’re helping the families and dogs to know how to be a social animal and to create the best for life for themselves,” he said.
“It’s not only about getting your dog tired … It’s a way to enhance the wellbeing of the dog.
“It’s also very important to the community for dogs to be social and friendly and to teach them how to navigate the world.”
Mr Mazzei, a dog trainer, offers group sessions for up to 10 dogs, all of which he picks up, before taking them on outings to secure, dog friendly areas around the Gold Coast.
“It’s like a big school for them,” he said.
25 of Southeast Queensland’s indoor and outdoor doggy day cares – in no particular order
Paws and Relax, Hamilton
Opened on March 31, 2014, this canine kindy aims to provide dogs with a fun and positive learning experience. Comprises four separate rooms with a maximum of 15 dogs in ‘playgroup’. Employees are trained in dog body language and behaviour, animal first aid and CPR. Fear free training and other services also available.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 5 Hercules Street, Hamilton
Phone: 3157 8990
Visit:pawsandrelax.com.au
Instagram: @pawsandrelax
The Pet Pad
The Pet Pad first opened in 2004 in New Farm as a retail shop before expanding, moving to Newstead and offering daycare as well as dog and cat grooming. Airconditioned building with options for quieter areas for timid or senior dogs who might not want to interact as much as younger dogs. Canine clients can even watch dog movies.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 70 Doggett Street, Newstead
Phone: 3216 0888
Visit:thepetpad.com.au
Instagram:@thepetpadbrisbane
Mad Dogs and Englishmen
With 29 franchises throughout Australia, Mad Dogs and Englishmen claims to be the biggest dog walking and doggy daycare service in the country. Dogs attending this outdoor version of daycare are picked up, taken to local parks, beaches or other dog-friendly areas before being dropped back home. There is a limit of four dogs per handler.
In Queensland, dog owners can find franchises of this company throughout Brisbane, the Sunshine and Gold Coasts.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: Pick up and drop off service.
Phone: 3216 0888
Visit: maddogsdogwalking.com.au
Instagram: @maddogsandenglishmendogwalking (main account, but franchise owners also have their own individual social media pages).
Unleashed GC
Offers tailor-made group walks and outings of a few hours each session to secure, off leash parks, beaches and other areas around the Gold Coast, combined with training.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: Pick up and drop off service.
Phone: 0451774335
Email: eric@unleashedgoldcoast.com.au
Instagram: @unleashed.gc
Gabba Doggy Daycare, Woolloongabba
Described as the largest daycare in Brisbane with indoor and outdoor spaces with different play areas for puppies, different sized, high energy and calmer or older dogs.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 1025 Stanley St, Brisbane with a pet taxi available.
Phone: 0450927302
Visit:gabbadoggydaycare.com
Instagram: @gabbadoggydaycare
Paddington Pups, Milton
Has four play areas inside the day care centre so dogs of similar size, with the same energy level and temperament can be put together to play. There is also an area for puppies and high-needs dogs in the reception area.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 12 Parkview St, Milton
Phone: 3369 0699
Visit: paddingtonpups.com.au
Instagram: @paddingtonpups
Wolf House Dog Adventure and Education, Hamilton and Carindale
The indoor Hamilton- Eagle Farm location opened in 2017 with a second campus opened in the old Sizzler restaurant building in the Carindale shopping centre in late 2022.
With International Association of Canine Professionals certified-staff, the Wolfhouse campuses are designed to create physical and mental challenges to engage the dogs, while also offering structured education, a swim in a plunge pool or to chill out.
MORE INFORMATION:
Two locations:
Address: 2/31 Harvey Street, Eagle Farm (top floor)
Phone: 31865182 or 0435221558
Address: Westfield Carindale, Shop FF1 (Old Sizzler Building), 1151 Creek Rd, Carindale
Phone: 0448 477 860
Visit: wolfhouse.com.au
Instagram: @wolfhouseau
Woof N Wags, Underwood
Although it is a regular doggy daycare, as it is owned by two registered, qualified Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care nurses, Woof N Wags is also an ideal centre for dogs recuperating from hospital stays who need to be monitored under vet instructions.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: Unit 2, 5 Welch St, Underwood
Phone: 3172 7494
Visit: woofnwags.com.au
Instagram: @woofnwags_doggie_daycare
Canine Cubby – Activity Centre for Dogs, Loganholme
The Canine Cubby Activity Centre for Dogs originally opened in Yatala in 2007, but moved to larger premises in Loganholme in 2016.
Besides offering doggy daycare, alternative therapies and hydrotherapy sessions for dogs are also available, with a purpose-built hydrotherapy pool inside the centre. Dog swimming lessons are also available.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 20-22 Beenleigh-Redland Bay Rd, Loganholme
Phone: 0405 396 731
Visit:caninecubby.com.au
Instagram: @caninecubby
Mr Teddy Bear, Bowen Hills
Described as a ‘premium’ doggy daycare, Mr Teddy Bear has outdoor and airconditioned indoor sections where dogs can interact. It comprises divided playgrounds with purpose-built play equipment.
Dogs are grouped based on size, temperament and activity level. Aromatherapy oil is even released during rest times.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 22 Brookes Street, Bowen Hills.
Pick up and drop off service also available.
Phone: 0412207023
Visit: mrteddybear.com.au
Instagram: @mrteddybearau
K9 Kids Doggy Daycare, Yeerongpilly
Described as the largest indoor doggy day care centre in Queensland, K9Kids includes different forms of play equipment and also provides a specialised daycare program for puppies.
Recuperative care, along with dedicated areas to limit activity, is also available for dogs that need to be supervised as they recover from an operation or illness.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 769 Fairfield Rd, Yeerongpilly
Phone: 38480852
Visit:k9kidsdoggydaycare.com
Instagram: @k9kidsdoggydaycare
The Pawfect Place Doggy Day Care and Spa, Logan Village
The doggy daycare also doubles as a pet motel for those also needing a pet boarding options for trips away.
Besides the regular weekday sessions, doggy daycare is also available between select hours on Saturday and Sundays.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 1 Virginia Way, Logan Village. A pick up and drop off service is also available.
Phone: 0409686405
Visit:pawfectplaceyarrabilba.com.au
Instagram: @pawfectplacelv
Doggy Daycare Brisbane, West End
Established in 2018, this activity and enrichment based daycare focuses on the needs of unit dwelling and inner city dogs.
Fur kids are physically and mentally stimulated through guided activities including but not limited to: treasure hunts, puzzles, basic obedience, scent work, group play, ball fun, pool parties in summer, compulsory nap times, bubble play and more.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 8 Mollison St, South Brisbane
Phone: 0408024928
Visit:doggydaycarebrisbane.com.au
Instagram: @doggydaycarebrisbane
The Hound Hutt, Stafford and North Lakes
An award-winning home away from home for dogs where they can spend a day being pampered, enjoying fun activities and socialising with other dogs under the supervision of our trained staff.
Besides pamper sessions, activities throughout the day include shell pools for splashing, balls and bubbles, rope toys and tunnels to keep the dogs happily occupied.
MORE INFORMATION:
Two locations:
Address: Unit 3 / 24 Windorah St, Stafford
Phone: 0401 338 761
Instagram: @thehoundhutt
Address: Unit 7 / 9 Flinders Parade, North Lakes
Phone: 0410 776 264
Instagram: @thehoundhutt_
Visit:thehoundhutt.com.au
My Dogs Day Care, Wilston
Staff members trained in different areas of dog care and training ensure dogs are mentally and physically stimulated in this indoor environment with games, training, obstacle courses and more. Dogs interact of with others of similar size and energy levels in different areas.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 150 Edmondstone St, Wilston
Phone: 38565555 or 0431 117 136
Visit:mydogsdaycare.com.au
Instagram: @mydogsdaycare
Wunderdogs Doggie Day Care, Noosaville
Offering a holistic approach, dogs are stimulated mentally and physically within an enriching environment comprising of jungle gyms, climbing zones, water sports, toy and ball areas, tunnels, high jump fields and rest zones.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: Unit 2 / 41 Rene St, Noosaville
Phone: 0479 123 807
Visit:wunderdogs.com.au
Instagram: @wunderdogsdoggiedaycare
Bernie’s Backyard Dog Daycare, Bundall
A daycare service is offered from Tuesday to Fridays inside Bernie’s Pet Barn retail store. Dogs are supervised by dog training staff who run them through agility equipment and other enrichment activities.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 31 Upton St, Bundall
Phone: 5539 9971
Visit:berniespetbarn.com.au
Instagram: @berniespetbarn
Paradise Pet Retreat, Birnam
Set on 34 acres about 10km from Toowoomba’s central business district, this outdoor doggy daycare is made up of many large, fully fenced grass play yards. Dogs enjoy participating in different daily activities including games, swimming, treasure hunts, luring, agility obstacles and more.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 197 Old Goombungee Rd, Birnam
Phone: 4617 8256
Visit:paradisepetretreat.com.au
Instagram: @paradisepetretreat
Perfect Paws Pet Services, Toowoomba
Dogs interact in fenced, outdoor areas where they enjoy mental and physical stimulation combined with training. Different options are available from a full or half day to even a two hour or less ‘shop and drop’.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: Toowoomba Showgrounds, Glenvale Rd, Glenvale
Phone: 0431 851 501 or 0437 891 132
Visit:pawfectpawsau.com/daycare
Instagram: @pawfectpawsau
RANC Pet Services, Cleveland
This doggy daycare comprises a large outdoor area for the pooches, with play equipment, water play and more.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 231 South Street, Cleveland
Phone: 3134 3738
Visit: facebook.com/rancpetservices
Instagram: @rancpetservices
Doggie Adventure Playhouse, Buderim (Maroochydore)
An indoors, climate controlled daycare with three separate rooms. Guided daily adventure program that combines fitness, enrichment and mental agility activities.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 18 Kayleigh Drive, Buderim
Phone: 53263353
Visit: doggieadventureplayhouse.com
Instagram: @doggieadventureplayhouse
b’ARK Mary Valley, Amamoor
Dogs of all sizes and energy levels are catered for with both indoor and outdoor care areas available. A private room option for dogs who do not like to socialise with other dogs is also available.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 1595 Mary Valley Rd, Amamoor (near Gympie)
Phone: 53717627
Visit: barkpetboutique.com.au
Instagram:@bark_petboutique
Barkley Park, Kedron
Barkley Park claims to be the largest doggy daycare in Brisbane and has two big indoor areas with climbing structures and platforms. It also has three large, themed outdoor yards, including one with sand and a pool.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 12 Glentanna St, Kedron
Phone: 0416306434
Visit:barkleypark.com.au
Instagram: @barkleypark
Pupz & Co, Bowen Hills
A boutique doggy daycare that aims to provide fun and enriching pet care. Dogs enjoy a variety of games and activities that are rotated through the week.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 9 Exhibition St, Bowen Hills
Phone: 0431182138
Visit:pupzco.com.au
Instagram:@pupznco
Oodles and More, Woolloongabba
Oodles and More caters for small dogs in The Gabba area. Dogs enjoy a balance of exercise, enrichment learning, socialisation, play, including with and on play equipment and more.
MORE INFORMATION:
Address: 14 Walker St, Woolloongabba
Phone: 0420904662
Visit:oodlesandmore.com
Instagram: @oodles.and.more
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