Top 5 Dog Day Care Providers Christchurch
Whether you need a one-off or regular provider, we reveal everything you need to know about picking the right option for your dog
Updated 26 July 2020
A dog is not just a pet, it’s a part of the family, so on those occasions when you need to put your dog’s welfare in someone else’s hands, you need it to be a person you can trust. Whether you need regular daycare for your dog or just an occasional or one-off service, there are plenty of dog daycare options in and around Christchurch.
Our guide to the top 5 dog day care providers in and around Christchurch has all the information about what to look for, how much it costs and shortlists ten operators that stand out.
Our Christchurch dog day care guide covers:
Our guide to the top 5 dog day care providers in and around Christchurch has all the information about what to look for, how much it costs and shortlists ten operators that stand out.
Our Christchurch dog day care guide covers:
What Does Dog Day Care Cost in Christchurch?
The cost of putting your dog into a daycare centre in Christchurch will vary. We found prices to be between $20 and $45 per night for a single night stay. Take this as a general cost, and you should have an idea of what you will need to pay. Most dog daycare providers will offer discounts for more than one day and be aware that overnight charges will be extra should a night stay be required.
What to Consider When Choosing a Doggy Day Care Provider in Christchurch
Your dog’s welfare, and whether it is happy and content in daycare, is the most important factor, so here’s a brief guide to choosing the right Christchurch dog daycare provider:
The above is by no means a comprehensive list, but it covers most of the questions you need to be answered.
- Pay a visit before you need to use the facility and ask to look beyond the reception area. You need to know where your dog will spend its time, and who with.
- Ask what the dog will be doing during the day: will it be taken for walks or able to play? What is the general schedule of actiivities?
- Are there many other dogs in the daycare centre, and if so, are they allowed to socialise? If so, are you happy with your dog associating with the different breeds you see on your visit?
- Talk to the staff and find out their background with dogs and assess whether you think they look as though they enjoy dogs and the job. Dogs feed on the happiness of those looking after them.
- How much space is there per dog? The more the better, especially for larger breeds.
- Look for a calm and quiet daycare centre, rather than a noisy and over-busy one.
- Make sure they do not take un-neutered male dogs - this is important for every dog, male or female.
- Do they take all breeds, or are they select?
- Are they fully insured? Only ever use a dog care provider with insurance.
The above is by no means a comprehensive list, but it covers most of the questions you need to be answered.
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5 Trusted Christchurch Doggy Day Care Providers Available Right Now
Our list below, which is no particular order, covers doggy day care providers in Christchurch. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Auckland, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others.
No doggy day care have paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with anyone listed below.
No doggy day care have paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with anyone listed below.
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​​KURI City CentreKURI City Centre offers dog daycare services along with their dog training, grooming and healthcare services. They provide a safe and caring environment to all type of dogs through day and night.
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Base: Phillipstown, Christchurch Website: KURI City Centre Contact number: 03 355 5874 |
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K9 KindyK9 Kindy is a supervised doggy daycare located in Addington, Christchurch. They are equipped with confinement areas for new dogs to help them adjust to the new environment. K9 Kindy offers a safe, reliable and fun environment for all dogs while keeping the highest of standards.
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Base: Addington, Christchurch Website: K9 Kindy Contact number: 03 365 0640 |
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PAWS K9 Daycare and TrainingPAWS K9 Daycare and Training is seated at the central Christchurch area with 435 sqm fully equipped facility where dogs can safely play and socialise. The centre is operated by qualified dog care specialists who prioritise the dogs’ wellbeing above all.
What customers like:
Base: Sydenham, Christchurch Website: PAWS K9 Daycare and Training Contact number: 03 925 9717 |
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​Kimmy's Cats & K9'sKimmy's Cats & K9's is a pet-friendly dog daycare, dog boarding and cattery that also provides grooming services and quality products. Their small animal-loving team has 45-years of experience in the industry, and they make sure that the dogs are well taken care of during their length of stay.
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Base: Bromley, Christchurch Website: Kimmy's Cats & K9's Contact number: 03 389 7519 |
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​Sharna’s Doggy Day Care and Dog GroomingSharna’s Doggy Day Care and Dog Grooming is in Sockburn, Christchurch, catering to all dog owners who need a temporary place to stay for their loving companion. They have large indoor and outdoor spaces for dogs to roam around. Their facility is well-supervised with plenty of toys and human-staff to play with.
What customers like:
Base: Sockburn, Christchurch Website: Sharna’s Doggy Day Care and Dog Grooming Contact number: 03 349 6024 |
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Disclaimer: MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship, financial or otherwise, with any of the dog day care providers listed on this page. Daily and weekly rates will vary, and our pricing guide is for informational purposes only.
