Tis the Season! Festive Fun for your Dogs & Pups

Doggy Day Care Barnes – SW13

Visit our Dog Daycare Centre Today!

Visit our Dog Daycare Centre Today! We serve South West London & Surrey.

Acres 4 Dogs began in Barnes, and it remains the heartland of our business. The dogs and pups of SW13 have enjoyed our dog daycare services for over a decade. Don’t be surprised if your best friend spots their Acres pals around Barnes Pond, in Gails, at the Farmers Market, or just taking a walk at Barn Elms or on Barnes Common.

At Acres, we are committed to providing the happiest possible environment for our dogs and pups and the best possible service for their families. If you’re looking for top-notch dog daycare in Barnes, Acres 4 Dogs is the perfect choice.

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Tis the Season! Festive Fun for your Dogs & Pups

Simply the best Puppy & Doggy Daycare.

Providing Dog Daycare for Barnes, SW13

Acres 4 Dogs began in Barnes, and it remains the heartland of our business. The dogs and pups of SW13 have enjoyed our dog daycare services for over a decade. Don’t be surprised if your best friend spots their Acres pals around Barnes Pond, in Gails, at the Farmers Market, or just taking a walk at Barn Elms or on Barnes Common.

At Acres, we are committed to providing the happiest possible environment for our dogs and pups and the best possible service for their families. If you’re looking for top-notch dog daycare in Barnes, Acres 4 Dogs is the perfect choice.

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How does our Puppy School and Doggy Day Care Service work?

Your pup or dog's day begins with home collection by one of our exceptional team in one of our air-conditioned, purpose fitted Fun Buses. Alternatively, you are welcome to drop your pal off at our facility. A fun filled day of socialisation, rest and play catered to your puppy or dog's age, breed and ability awaits...

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Puppy School & Dog Daycare Services
Puppy School & Dog Daycare Services
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Why Choose Acres 4 Dogs for Day Care?

Don’t ask us... See what our clients say

Amazing - the service is wonderful, the staff are amazing & Teddy has the best time at Acres 4 Dogs!
My cockador Robbie loves going to see his friends at Acres, he gets very excited when he arrives knowing he has a fun packed day with his furry friends and the amazing team. He is always happy and tired from all the fun when he gets home too. Sarah, James and the team are brilliant, they keep me updated with pics and call to check in too which is great. I would highly recommend acres and know Robbie is in safe hands with lovely caring people, thanks so much!
it has been 1 month now since we started our puppy at Acres4 dogs and it is always very responsive and always flexible with any changes needed. puppy loves being here and can see her confidence grow after each visit. can always have more photos of the fun times had, but cannot complain. great service and staff.
We couldn't be happier with Acres 4 Dogs, they are so helpful and our little puppy adores going there - he is never more excited than when he gets picked up for the day! Couldn't recommend them highly enough, and tell everyone we see about them with puppies on walks!
We have been sending our dog to Acres for Dogs for over a month now and he loves it. He looks forwards to being picked up and is completely happy and tired when he is dropped off. It is such an important thing to know your dog is in good hands when you are at work. Also, we get sent photos of our dog playing when he is there. Highly recommended.
We were very fortunate to find Acres4Dogs for our 6 month old Labradoodle who adores his two days a week fun and socialising with other dogs of his age. Sarah and her team run the setup like clockwork and we have total confidence that our four legged family member is treated like one of their own. I can’t recommend them enough.
We've been sending our dog to acres 4 dogs fo a few months now and we're really happy with their service. Their team is very reliable, accommodating and easy to talk to. Will definitely keep using their services.
Our pup LOVES Acres, she has such fun playing with her friends. So much so that any van that comes to our house, she tries her best to get into!
Our little girl Winnie loves Acres 4 Dogs. She always comes home happy and sleepy. All of the staff are lovely, whether on the phone or when picking her up in the fun bus (shout out to Jordan). Highly recommend!
I can’t recommend Acres 4 Dogs enough. My cockapoo, Bean, began at 4 months old. She was very anxious around other dogs and we wanted her to get some positive experiences. We visited several doggie daycares and Acres 4 Dogs looked great - clean, well run, and fun for the dogs. It felt like the right fit for us. In the first few weeks Bean stuck like glue to the humans, but very soon came around to the fact the other puppies are fun to play with! The pick ups and drop off work really well with Harriet, who is lovely. And Bean has gone from being slightly wary of leaving the house with someone new to being very excited and running straight to her. Bean’s confidence with other dogs outside of daycare has grown immensely. All the staff are incredibly friendly and attentive. There are photo updates, and calls/emails from Sarah and James in the office to check you are happy with everything. But obviously most importantly Bean loves to go, and we can go to work knowing that she is being well looked after and having a good time.
Our puppy labrador has been going to Acres for 2 months now and she has a great time. She happily trots off into the van when she's picked up, excited to see all her new friends and ready for a day full of play. She returns home happy and tired. We have received photos and calls to check we are happy with the service, and we are updated on how Georgie is settling in. Would highly recommend.
I highly recommend Acres 4 Dog for pet owners, particularly those with anxious dogs. As a pet parent to a nervous pup named Sadie, ensuring her safety and comfort was my top priority. Upon entering Acres, I immediately felt confident that Sadie was well taken care of.The team at Acres 4 Dog are exceptional. They attentively listened to my worries and understood Sadie's unique requirements. Their patience and empathy reassured me that Sadie was in a loving and supportive environment.What stands out the most is the consistent updates they provide on Sadie's well-being and their openness to addressing any concerns I may have. This level of communication and attentiveness granted me peace of mind, allowing me to relax and knowing that Sadie was content and secure.
From the start Acres for Dogs have been tremendously accommodating, friendly and professional. My little puppy has settled in so well and loves going here, as well as him being so well socialised with other dogs who are of similar breed, age and temperment. The pick up and drop off service is also really good and so convenient! Staff are always happy to help and reply within good time to answer any questions. I will be recommending this doggy day care to anyone who is looking for day care. Thanks to everyone at Acres 😁
Our miniature poodle loves her days at acres! She settled really well, is well looked after, brilliant door to door service and lots of updates on how she's getting on. Would absolutely recommend, despite having initial worries about sending 'our baby' off to doggy daycare from 7 months old, it's been great for her. She is super social with other doggies now and has adapted to a few days at 'doggy school' while we are at work. Thank you to all the team at Acres!
Our Cockalier puppy has been attending Acres 4 Dogs for a couple of months now. Since she has started with James and the team she has grown in confidence, has learnt how to play appropriately and has even learnt new skills.Mabel attends 7:30-4:30 a few times a week and every day she is running to the gates waiting to see the handlers. She has been absent a couple of times due to being unwell and the staff always check in on her and are looking forward to her return. They update with pictures and videos and it’s so settling as a first time pup mum ❣️I couldn’t recommend the services enough and even have friends who are moving their dogs to the establishment too!Thank you very much! Mabel loves it 🐾
Brilliant communication and service. Our dog is very well looked after!
Bailey always enjoys her time here nd comes home very tured, everyone we have come across is very friendly - would recommend
Our nine month old puppy has been going to Acres for the past two months and she absolutely loves it. She is ready by the front door in the morning waiting for the fun bus. We love seeing the photos of her shared by the team. Acres really ensured we were happy with their service with regular check ins. They are always punctual and communication is great. We highly recommend!
We couldn’t be any happier for choosing Acres 4 dogs for our mad cocker spaniel! Always comes out smiling with the waggiest tail (bonus she is so exhausted). Thank you so much to the wonderful team, we can’t wait to see how she gets on with boarding for a weekend!
I have a very small 1.8kg puppy that will never get bigger than around 2.5kg as a fully grown dog. Despite being a very small puppy, I was keen he feel confident around other dogs from a young age, and that's where Acres4Dogs have been so crucial for me. Pick up and drop off works like clockwork, and Harriett (always the same driver) is lovely with tiny Tim. James and Sarah in the office checked in regularly with me during the first month, as Tim quickly became used to the day routine. During his first month at A4D, Tim become noticeably more confident around other dogs on our own walks, despite his tiny size. I loved that (during his first month there) A4D sent videos / photos of Tim in the grassy play areas, romping around with other dogs his size, so that I could see for myself how he was gaining confidence and interacting with the other dogs. Tim always comes home happy and tired. Very very pleased with my first month at Dogs4Acres. You get the sense A4D genuinely care for your dog's welfare and happiness. Thanks guys.
Can’t praise the Acres crew enough. Nelly can’t wait to get there and they keep me informed of her days. New owners so we were a bit nervous but the team keep in touch all along the way and always pick up if I need anything - especially as WFH dwindles 😏 Thanks all x
We've been using Acres 4 Dogs daycare for both of our dogs and have been very pleased with our experience. Our pups always come back tired, which tells us they've had plenty of playtime and exercise. Our dogs seem to enjoy their time there, and we feel comfortable leaving them in the care of the daycare staff. The management's communication is always prompt and clear, which we greatly appreciate. Overall, our experience has been only positive, and we're happy with the service provided.
Our Golden Retriever loves Acres4Dogs and seeing her friends! We have been very impressed with them since we first went to check them out. James was very patient with my many questions about the whole setting and staff qualifications / training / ethos. They followed up her initial settling in sessions with phone calls checking in on how we were finding it and letting us know she was getting on. Photos of her 'having her best life' are great to receive. I know they will call us if they have any concerns at any point. If she is unable to come any week (in season/ unwell/ we're away) we can ask to move a session to another day that week if there is space, or 'bank' it to be used within a month. This is a massive positive for us. So in summary, we are very happy to send our dog here and have been impressed with the whole set up!
Lovely staff and very caring. My 5 month old puppy has been going to Acres since August this year. She really loves all the play and it’s been a great start for her to have lots of interaction with other dogs. It’s a massive weight off my mind to know she is so well cared for when I’m out at work. Great communication and updates too!
We've been sending our young pup to Acres 4 Dogs for the past couple of month now, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! The pickup process is always smooth, and he clearly enjoys his time there—he's always excited to go and comes home happy and tired. The staff are friendly and attentive, and communication is always great. I'd highly recommend Acres 4 Dogs for anyone looking for a great daycare for their furry friend!
A really great daycare! Our pup Tui loves her days at Acres. The staff are all friendly, dedicated and more than happy to help. Really focused on the welfare of the dogs. The pick up and drop off service is also brilliant.
When the driver rings the bell every morning, Loki starts crying out of excitement for us to open the door so he can see his friend. We were unsure in the beginning if he would like to be away from his humans, but they’ve helped him adapt to the new environment and now he loves it!We super recommend Acres4dogs and Loki does too 🐶
Our young boy has settled in very nicely. He's now in with some bigger dogs as he's quite energetic and can cope with them and I expect they are teaching him some respect too! Acres is a great service for us too as it gives us a break from keeping an eye on what he's getting up to. Lovely people who care.
My golden retriever puppy has been attending for about a month now and he absolutely loves it.. he goes in with a very wagging tail and comes home and sleeps for hours after an exhausting day! The staff are all lovely and keep you up to date with he's progress and photos. He has become a lot more confident in himself with playing with other puppies and he enjoys the whole day. I cannot fault Acres 4 dogs for the care and attention they have given Buddy and recommend to anyone who needs doggy daycare!
Have had a great experience with our new puppy going to daycare here: having a great time, developing his confidence and making new friends. The staff are super helpful and friendly too - we know he is in good hands.
We have been sending our dog to Acres 4 Dogs for a few months now after having an issue with another local doggy day care. The site itself is lovely, very secure, clean and interesting for the dogs. He goes on the doggy bus each day and seems to thoroughly enjoy it. He is much more relaxed and happy when he gets home than before which is a good sign too. The team have been in regular contact checking in on how everything has been going and have been really communicative. We also get regular photos and videos from the days he is at the day care which is lovely to see. Would definitely recommend!
We are very happy with Acres 4 Dogs. Great pick up / drop off and the team is helpful, responsive and communicative. Our very energetic pup loves her daycare days and we love seeing the photos and videos of her having fun!
Acres 4 Dogs have been exceptional from day one. All staff members put you at ease knowing that your dog will be looked after. Colin has been going for over a month now and comes back tired and less anxious when left alone for a couple of hours. A very happy dog. Thanks to all the team, with a special shoutout to Lee.
Our puppy absolutely loves going to Acres, she has made many friends, loves the fun bus and we are thrilled with the service.
My dog, Daisy, has recently started daycare for the first time, and had been very anxious initially. As was I letting her go off for the day so that I could get back into the work office! The team at Acres 4 Dogs have been fully supportive and helped her to settle in and enjoy herself! Early morning pick ups and drop off in the 'taxi' van has been great, with the friendly staff helping to make Daisy feel at ease. Great communications and follow ups from the team throughout to share how things are going during the daycare, and easy to deal with changes etc needed with stay dates. Hoping to be able to try Daisy with the overnight stays soon now that she is comfortable and happy with the whole experience. Thanks!!
Having previously had our dog in another popular daycare we couldn’t be happier with Acres 4 Dogs and the team there! Our dog adores them, they are so accommodating and nothing is too much trouble. You can tell they love every dog like their own and make the biggest effort to ensure every dog has the best day every time. The booking and payment process with them is seamless, and they are always contactable and really responsive if you have questions. The drivers are always so friendly and it’s lovely to get to know them and know who your dog is spending their time with! We’d absolutely recommend Acres to anyone looking for a reliable and safe daycare that your dog will enjoy every minute at.
Acres for dogs is completely fantastic. Our show cocker spaniel, Sydney, had been at a smaller daycare and had been deemed too much for other dogs in that one, so we were really looking for a place set up for a high energy, high anxiety dog that needs lots of attention and enrichment while also being very playful and desperate to play with other dogs.Acres has lots of pens, set up to group dogs of similar ages, temperaments and energy levels.The fun bus, collection and drop off service adds to the convenience of the set up, and Syd is always so excited and hops right in when he is being collected to go to “school”.Their staff are incredibly friendly, knowledgable and calm. They are communicative and kind, and we feel lucky that Syd is in the hands of people who know how to, and have the size of facility to adjust the care to suit the dog they are looking after. We couldn’t recommend them highly enough.
Superb service from Acres for Dogs. I have total confidence leaving my puppy in their excellent care. Socialising with other dogs has made him more confident, he's learning boundaries and is so much better off the lead. Highly recommend.
We have a very anxious dog and were a little resistant to whether doggy daycare would be a good fit for him as he has always avoided other people and other dogs (he is a rescue). I called acres for Dogs just to enquire and was reassured that we could do a trial period and they quite often have other anxious dogs that attend who benefit. Our pup has now attended for 6 weeks and I cannot tell you how much this socialisation has benefitted him, he has gained so much confidence already in and outside of daycare and is really flourishing. The facilities are well kept and the staff are absolutely amazing, I cannot thank them enough! They are all incredibly friendly and helpful and you can see they genuinely care about every dog that goes to daycare. They take great care of the dogs and the communication is great with regular photos and updates. Thank you!
A little nervous at first, but Zara seems to love Acres4dogs now.The team have been great throug the whole process - pick up, drop off, pictures on Dropbox, and continued communication from James throughout.Would highly recommend.
Acres 4 Dogs has been a great experience for Isla, it has made her overall more confident and less anxious around other dogs in the park. At first she was very nervous but the carers were very gentle and reassuring and now she sprints to the door when they arrive. They have also been very flexible with arrangements, so that they suit mine and my hsuband’s working schedules which has been a life saver. Couldn’t recommend them enough!
Alfie loves his weekly outing - enjoys socializing with the other dogs and comes home tired but happy. Very impressed with the attentive and reliable service. Highly recommend 👍🏻
Our pup loves Acres4Dogs - always runs in happily! The facilities are fab with the outdoor & indoor space. Staff are always polite & friendly. Drop off & pick ups are always smooth. The communication has also been great and we love the photos they send to us where we can see our pups having fun, socializing & having a good run around!
Our whippet Wilma has been coming to Acres 4 Dogs for the past two months. She has absolutely loved her time there so far! She was initially so nervous about being left in a new place, but now she cannot wait to get to doggy day care. She is always so tired and content afterwards. We are delighted to have chosen Acres 4 Dogs and will continue to use indefinitely! James and the team are so friendly and helpful. Comms have always been efficient and so reassuring. Thanks so much!
Acres for Dogs has been a real positive addition to our weekly routine. Our 8 month old puppy leaves the house with a wagging tail and returns as happy yet suitably exhausted each time. She has gained invaluable social skills which I can really notice on our daily walks and in her interactions with other dogs. Acres are excellent communicators and seems so very happy to have her.
My 7 month old pup has the best time at Acres 4 Dogs daycare, his confidence has grown around other dogs and it has really helped with his socialisation. The facilities are great, and the staff are wonderful, you can tell they really care about the dogs in their care and enjoying being with them. Communication with the team has been great from the first enquiry, we would highly recommend to anyone looking for doggy daycare in the area.
Bruce has settled in really well at his doggy day care! The staff are fantastic - they're caring, attentive, and truly dedicated to making sure each dog feels at home. The place is very well organised, and the facilities are top-notch. We totally trust them with Bruce's care. Highly recommend!
Our puppy loves his time at Acres! Communication is fabulous and pick up/ drop off is seamless! We're so glad we moved to Acres and feel our pup is far calmer and happier in his new daycare.
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OK, ask us… Why Acres?

  • Acres 4 Dogs has been operating since 2010. The founding directors have been providing a Doggy Day Care service since 2007
  • We hold a Five Star, DEFRA, Higher Standard Animal Welfare License
  • Vastly experienced team, caring for dogs of all shapes, sizes and ages from pups to seniors
  • Multiple paddocks allowing dogs to be with similar ages, breeds, energy levels and abilities
  • Dedicated puppy paddocks and cabins
  • We want you to visit and see the dogs in session, contact us to make your appointment
  • Our clients have the flexibility to swap days
  • Your own personalised, online album, regularly updated with photos and videos of your dog at day care
  • Air-conditioned fun bus service with ownerless home collection/return (we hold keys, codes and follow procedures)
  • Idyllic, private, secure acres
  • Amazing swimming pools and paddling pools
  • Fun! Haybale castles, adventure playground apparatus, sand pits, tunnels & more
  • Heated cabins in the winter and air-conditioned chillouts in the summer
  • Warm showers
  • Expert Canine Behaviourists retained to provide regular hands-on training for our experienced handlers
  • Our service is for sociable, regular dogs only
  • A loving team, dedicated to providing the best possible environment for our dogs and the smoothest possible service to their families
  • The go to, experienced, reputable Doggy Day Care Service for South West London and Surrey

Canine First-Aid

Animal Academy

Our Doggy Day Care Team Members complete a physically attended, annual Canine First Aid training course and a local vet is on call.

Behavioural Experts

We retain the expert behaviourists of CK9 Training to work with our Doggy Day Care Handlers. Regular, hands-on staff training and advice sessions ensure that we are tip top in understanding your dog.

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Professionally Qualified

Team members qualified in Regulated Level Three Professional Doggy Day Care and Dog Boarding.

5* DEFRA Higher Standard License

Proud to be one of the very few assessed under the more rigorous government inspectorate of Animal Health & Welfare Service at City of London Vets, Heathrow.

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