TiDDLERS
How does it work?
Our centre is based near Silvermere Golf Course in Cobham. We are a customer drop-off only site at the moment and you are able to drop your dog to us between 8-10am.
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The fun begins straight away as the dogs are let loose into our fabulous daycare. The dogs are all off-lead all day in our safe and secure paddock. We have a heated cabin, plenty of shelter and lots of separate areas to explore, all of which are designed especially for tiny little tiddlers!
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We understand that smaller dogs require - and appreciate - more rest and cuddles than bigger dogs, so we have ample opportunity for resting throughout the day.
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You can collect your dog between 4-6pm.
Puppy daycare
We love puppies! I mean, who doesn't?! We don't have a dedicated area for the pups as we always encourage the pups to mix with the whole group. However, if young pups are feeling nervous or overwhelmed, we have 4 separate areas of the daycare where we can take them, with like-minded pups or friendly older dogs!
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SOCIALISATION
We are firm believers that puppies need to socialised with older dogs in order to learn manners and social etiquette. In our experience, letting puppies only interact with other puppies can lead to hyperactivity, extreme rough-and-tumble play and lack of manners. Having older dogs to follow and mimic is of great importance to a little puppy so having well behaved role models around is a real bonus!
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TRAINING
Every dog that attends the daycare will take part in group training and general manners. We practice recall throughout the day along with group sits. This is a fab way for puppies to practice their new commands surrounded by distractions. And if everybody else is sitting, your pup will definitely follow the crowd!
We practice basic manners all day - no jumping up, no barging through gates, gentle play, etc.
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Structured days
Dogs thrive on routine and structure - they feel happiest when they know what is expected of them and what is coming next.
We follow a rough schedule that includes the essential ingredients to a happy tiddler - exercise, socialisation, rest and mental stimulation.
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Mornings are all about getting all that energy and excitement out! The first hour or so is filled with playing, greeting, chasing and jumping!
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Once we've all got all our energy (and pee) out, we embark on the day's enrichment activity. This is usually a brain game, training session or a stroll down our sensory trail. Each and every dog will be given the chance to have a go!
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We all head inside for a well earned rest at lunchtime. This is the perfect opportunity for the dogs to wind down, relax and reflect on what they learnt during enrichment. Rest is very important during the day as having the adrenaline pumping all day can drive a dog crazy!
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By the afternoon we are all pretty pooped so we finish the day with a little bit more playing and lot more cuddles before waiting for the pawrents in the cosy cabin.
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When you collect your dog they will feel tired, happy and fulfilled.
Seasonal fun
Throughout the year we have all sorts going on. From the the hilarious Halloween costume competition and secret Santa to arts & crafts and themed fancy dress, no week is the same at Tiddlers!
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