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Bernie's Backyard Doggy Daycare

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What your dog actually does all day at daycare.

drop-off &first playsnack &rest hourafternoon playpick-up &8:15 amARRIVING8 dogs on floor
7:00 am9:00 am

drop-off & settle in.

Owners come through the daycare entrance, hand over leashes, sign in. Dogs go straight into a calm intro zone where they meet the morning crew one or two at a time. No big-group chaos as soon as the door opens.

7:00 AM5:30 PM
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The structure stays the same, but every day is a little different. We rotate enrichment activities — snuffle mats one day, scent trails the next. Training games change, play groups get mixed up, and quiet-time toys swap around. It keeps dogs mentally sharp and means your regular doesn't just clock in to the same routine five days a week.

While they're here

Bath & grooming add-ons.

We fit grooming around the play and rest cycles — so your dog comes home clean, trimmed, and tired. Just let us know at drop-off or book ahead.

See grooming prices
  • Bath & blow-dry

    Full wash, towel and blow-dry, finish brush. Priced by size.

  • Bath, blow-dry & deshed

    Full wash, blow-dry, and thorough deshedding treatment. Priced by size.

  • Ears cleaned

    Gentle wipe and check, nothing invasive.

  • Nail clip

    Quick trim while they're calm post-play.

  • Teeth cleaning

    Brush and freshen — keeps the breath in check.

  • Trim around the bottom

    Hygiene tidy-up. Quick and stress-free.

  • Trim around eyes

    Clear their line of sight, tidy fringe.

  • Anal gland expression

    Done gently by our experienced team.

Half day or full day — your call.

Half day (up to 5 hours) is great for younger dogs still building stamina. Full day (up to 10.5 hours) suits the regulars who want the whole experience.

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