Practical Guide to Doggy Daycare Enrichment and Group Care Excellence

Why Enrichment Matters: Enrichment is not a luxury in group care - it’s essential. In a busy daycare environment, structured enrichment reduces boredom barking, prevents overstimulation, and promotes calmer, more balanced social interactions. It gives dogs meaningful outlets for their energy and instincts, fostering mental wellbeing alongside physical activity. By tapping into natural behaviours like sniffing, problem solving, and cooperative play, enrichment helps each dog feel confident, settled, and successful in the group. The result? A happier pack, a safer place, and a smoother day for both dogs and staff.

Barkademy Manual: Doggy daycare enrichment, play, staff training... and more

  • Canine Carer Specialist Course with Exam- reinforce staff training with a structured exam to build confidence, consistency, and expertise across your team. Motivate your staff making your centre a happier, less stressful place all round.

  • One years worth of enrichment activity - happier dogs =more successful = more profit

  • Detailed Instructions -for each activity, with setup tips, safety/troubleshooting guides and activity videos shown within an active, successful daycare

  • Notice board and Personal Individual Video Blurbs - for every activity. Ready to go -perfect for showcasing your centre’s value and fun

  • Printable Parent Handout Sheets - to encourage at-home enrichment

  • Professional New Dog Evaluation Form - to help assess new dogs safely and confidently

  • 1st day Report Card for New Pet Pawrents template

    The Barkademy Manual is a breath of fresh air for the Doggy Daycare Industry - bridging the gap between enrichment and behaviour support with a structured, easy-to-implement approach. With strong focus on social learning, emotional regulation and species-specific needs, it helps staff deliver meaningful experiences, not just fluff. The CCS certification brings a much-needed layer of professionalism and accountability to enrichment, giving centres the tools they need to elevate care standards across the board.