Awarded 5 stars by the Council

Looking for a doggy day care near Chelmsford?

More than a doggy day care, this is a countryside haven where your dog can feel truly at home, be themselves, and flourish. With gentle care and a space made just for them, we nurture their happiness and well-being every step of the way.

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Doggy Day Care Chelmsford
Dog Day Care Chelmsford

Doggy day care Chelmsford

Our day care is lovingly run like a children’s nursery, with care and joy at the heart of everything we do. Ideal for busy owners or those wanting to brighten their dog’s week, we offer a safe and happy place where pups can play, learn, and make friends.

Here, they’re free to run, explore, and enjoy every moment, always guided and cared for by our devoted dog-loving team.

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Not all doggy day cares
are created equal.

Wagtails is a countryside doggy day care where dogs run free, learn and grow.
Expert & Professional Care.
Trainer-led care from qualified staff who understand behaviour, welfare, and enrichment. Each activity has a purpose - building confidence, manners, and calm. It’s not just play; it’s professional, reward-based guidance to help your dog learn, relax, and thrive.
Acres of Outdoor Fun.
Four acres of safe countryside to run, roam, and explore. Fresh air, natural stimulation, and space to be a dog -every day feels like an adventure. This is a rural retreat with room to sprint, sniff, and socialise in wide open fields designed for absolute freedom.
Happy, & Healthy Dogs.
True wellbeing requires balance. We combine enrichment, socialisation, and structured rest to create calmer, happier dogs. From scent work and puzzles to confidence-building games, our days are designed to fulfil minds and bodies.
5 Star Peace of Mind.
We've been awarded 5 stars by the Council. You can leave your dog with us and feel completely guilt-free and secure. Expert staff, clear routines, and secure facilities, you’ll know they’re safe and happy. Trusted by families year after year.
Built for Dogs.
Our facilities are designed from the ground up with dogs in mind. True luxury for a dog is space to run, play, and rest - not just a stylish photo backdrop. We offer the ideal environment for real countryside fun, comfort and enrichment.
Family & Community.
We’re a local, family run business that treats every dog as one of our own. We're a dog-centred community. With routines, regular updates and shared milestones, you’re part of the journey too. Together, we nurture confident, happy dogs.

Reviews.

We've been awarded 5 stars by the Council but our greatest reward is seeing happy dogs and getting great feedback from their owners.

We love sharing moments from our happy community.

Pricing.

We offer several options to fit your dog's needs and your schedule.

Client Drop Off
1 day per week - £36 per day
2 days per week - £34 per day
3 days per week - £32 per day
4 days per week - £30 per day
5 days per week - £30 per day
Shuttle
1 day per week - £42 per day
2 days per week - £40 per day
3 days per week - £38 per day
4 days per week - £36 per day
5 days per week - £36 per day
Multi-dog discount
£5 discount on the total cost for two dogs from the same household.

FAQs: Wagtails Doggy Day Care

Q: What is doggy day care?

Doggy daycare is a supervised environment where dogs can socialise, play, learn and exercise during the day.

Q: Do you charge a joining fee?

No, absolutely not! Please see detailed pricing information above.

Q: What are your dog day care opening hours?

We are open Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. We are closed on weekends and public holidays.

Q: Are you licensed and insured for doggy daycare?

Yes, we have a 5 star (higher standards) licence awarded by the Council and we are fully insured.

Q: Do you take ad hoc bookings?

For the sake of consistency, we ask that dogs come to us on a regular basis (at least once a week). That way the dogs can all get to know each other and we can ensure we’re adequately staffed. Dogs love routine and we try to keep their schedules as regular as possible to avoid stress. If you need extra days, feel free to give our team a ring, we will try our best to accommodate you.

Q: How does the Doggy Shuttle work?

If you choose to use our doggy shuttle service, then we can pick up the dogs from your home and drop them back again later in the day.

For ultimate convenience, you can provide a spare key to your home which is kept securely in line with our key holding policy. This is a comprehensively insured service.

Collection of the dogs will be any time from 8.00am to 10.00am and drop off in the afternoon will be any time from 4:00pm to 6.00pm.
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The van is fully equipped with safe crates, comfortable beds and an air ventilation system. All our drivers are DBS checked and have experience in safe animal transportation and handling.

Q: How do I enrol my dog?

You can start the enrolment process by contacting us to arrange a "meet and greet," where your dog will get to explore the day care and you can see the facilities as well as how the staff care for the dogs. If we feel that your dog is a good fit for our environment, you can then proceed to book your dog in for their next big adventure!

The Wagtails Community.

Like what we do? Take a look at all the ways we help local dog owners.
Dog Parks
Enjoy our fully enclosed, beautiful and spacious countryside dog fields. With 6ft fencing and acres of space, your dog can run free.
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Doggy Day Care
Our team is made up of qualified, professional trainers - not just carers. Activities are purposeful and designed to help dogs flourish and grow.
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Dog Training
Whether it’s first steps for puppies, recall and lead work, or confidence building, you can trust our experts to help your dog learn and thrive.
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Dog Walking
Whether it’s daily exercise, enrichment walks or socialisation, our dog walkers provide safe, stimulating and tailored walks.
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Ready to transform
your dog's week?

Limited places. Unlimited fun.
Enquire now. They'll love you for it.

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