Monday to Friday
7am – 6.15pm
Premier puppy program in Adelaide.
Our specialised socialisation program is designed to cater to your puppy’s developmental needs.
Give your puppy a head
start in life.
Our Puppy program in Adelaide is evidence-based, structured, and effective, helping puppies learn to independently navigate interactions with people and other dogs. Our experienced team will take care of your puppy during our standard opening hours, so your puppy's learning doesn't need to end when you head off to work.
All puppies are different; from the nervous nellies to ones that know no fear and let's not forget the small ones who think they're big or the big ones that don't actually know how big they really are! We work with all puppies at their own pace for them to build confidence and encourage their behaviour and ability to build positive relationships well into adulthood.
The Benefits of Our Puppy Program
Process
How it works.
Program cost (5 sessions)
$150
- Our puppy program is for ages 16 weeks - 6 months old.
- This is a great introduction to Daycare and will help your puppy socialise, gain confidence, be exposed to different surroundings and to have the best time ever!
- You will recieve photos and videos throughout the day of their visit, we love sending them as much as you love receiving them!
- We require all pups to be fully vaccinated (current C5).
- We also offer a groom desensitisation for your pup for an extra $45, which will take place on their 5th visit. This includes; being placed in hydrobath with water, dried with dryer on various settings beginning at the lowest, getting brushed, receiving a nail trim, and a sanitary & face trim.
- Once your puppy has finished their 5 sessions, you have the option of buying Half Day or Full Day packages to continue their Daycare journey. Please find our regular pricing on our website.
Session Breakdown
Session 1
Exploring the ball pit & using enrichment puzzles.
Session 2
Learning how to walk on steps and adventuring through play our equipment.
Session 3
Revisiting basic commands like sit, stay, wait, down.
Session 4
Sensory time. being exposed to fake lawn, pebbles, tiles and various surfaces.
Session 5
Mix of previous days
Help your puppy ease into grooming with desensitisation.
Grooming desensitisation exposes puppies to the process early and familiarises them with nail trimming, pad shaving, and coat trimming. This ensures that as they grow, no aspect of the process will come as a surprise. As it is your puppy's first groom with us, we take things slowly and only to the level your puppy is comfortable with. If they only let us cut one nail, that's it. If they want us to brush on one side only, that’s perfectly fine. The most important thing is that this first grooming session is a happy and
fun experience.
*While the grooming desensitisation session can be redeemed on any day during the program, we recommend the final day.
Your puppy’s first groom will include:
- Wash and Blow Dry
- Under Eye Trim
- Body Brush and Comb
- Nail Trim
The cost of the grooming desensitisation session is $45.
We’ve helped hundreds of puppies grow into loving dogs.
Why we’re the best choice for your puppy.
At Paws Dog Day Care, we understand that our furry friends aren’t so different from us, and thrive best when given the opportunity to grow in a nurturing, supportive, and safe environment.
Give your puppy the best foundation for their future.
Hear from our community of happy dog owners across Adelaide.
Clancy, our five month old mini schnauzer, had her first ever experience of doggy day care at Paws yesterday. What a success! She was happily exhausted and if she could speak would have asked "Can I go back tomorrow? Please!" It was just as positive an experience for us humans. Delightful people. We'll be back next time we're in Adelaide.
Outstanding Wineman
I drop my mums dog "Poochie" off, and all staff members are very welcoming and make it easy to drop and pick up.
Sally Perrone
Both our dogs enjoy their experience at Paws. They have become familiar with the term "day care" and on hearing that rush to the door in excitement and when arriving pull on their leads in their hase to get in. Best dog daycare place we have found and recommend to other owners. Thank you carers of our dogs. They and we appreciate you.
John Thompson
Puppy program
frequently asked questions.
What kind of collar should my puppy wear?
The collars should have no more than two fingers of allowance underneath. Any more could allow the puppy to slip out while on lead.
Will lunches be provided for my puppy?
Owners can either bring their puppy’s lunch or lunch can be provided by Paws Dog Day Care for $4.95
Should my puppy spend a full or half day at the daycare centre?
We recommend five full-day sessions, a minimum of 5.5 hours each. For those puppies doing full-day sessions, nap time will be given after lunch.
How old should my puppy be to enrol in the program?
Puppies need to be anywhere from 12-14 weeks to 6 months.
Does my puppy need to be vaccinated?
Yes – some puppies will have had their C5 vaccination between 12-14wks whereas others may be 16weeks. Regardless of age up to 6mths, all puppies attending our puppy program or daycare must be C5 vaccinated. Their vaccination status will need to be verified.
Have any other questions?
Get in touch with out friendly team for more information about our lunch options and dog day care services.
Contact us
Visit our dog
day care centre in Adelaide.
Visit us at our dog day care and grooming centre in Wayville, Adelaide, to see how we can help your dog make new friends, stay active, and most importantly, have fun!
Address
61 Goodwood Rd, Wayville SA 5034