Yappy Campers Doggy Daycare

07/06/2025

What makes Yappy Campers Doggy Daycare different?
⚫️ Separate runs - we have various sized enclosed areas, so not all dogs have to share the same space.
⚫️ Playmate pairing - we match your dog to suitable playmates, taking into consideration their energy, size, age and play style.
⚫️ Supervised interactions - we keep a watchful eye on all interactions to make sure everyone is safe and having fun.
⚫️ Crate and Rotate - we believe nap time is important, and assist in crate training your dog so that they can have some valuable decompression time and rest between play sessions, or eat their lunch in peace.
⚫️ Small play groups - we keep play groups small and manageable.
⚫️ Careful introductions - we introduce new dogs to the groups slowly. We don’t believe in throwing them together straight away and “letting the dogs sort it out” which can cause scuffles or even fights.
⚫️ On site trainer - K9 Partners can assist with your dog’s obedience and fitness training needs whilst your dog is at daycare.

22/05/2025

19/05/2025

This is Wilson.
He has a lot of fun with his friends at daycare.
This is Wilson’s judgy face, for the dog moms who haven’t enrolled their pups in daycare yet. 🥹
He wants to know what you’re waiting for?
Don’t disappoint Wilson!

02/05/2025

Happy 1st Birthday Ivy!! Pupcakes were eaten!!😋

24/04/2025

NEW PUPPY CLASS INTAKE! May 3rd

enrolments close on Thursday the 1st of May.

where? at Muldersdrift Animal clinic

when? every Saturday @9:30am

- 6 week training course 🐾
- all breeds welcome 🐕🐩🐶
- first 2 multivacs required 💉

contact us now to enrol!

23/04/2025

Unpopular Opinion incoming!
Doggy Daycare is not a behavioural “fix”.

Yes, daycare can help with dogs that suffer from separation related anxiety or destructive behaviours linked to boredom, but it will not solve these issues unless you are being intentional about working on them at home as well.
If your dog spends 8 hours at daycare a week, what are they doing the other 160 hours?

Daycare is there to enrich your dogs life, giving them opportunities to be a dog.
If your dog suffers with behaviour problems it’s important to consult a professional for help, and not just hope that the problem will go away if you tire them out.

Get in touch with us if you want to know if daycare is the right option for your dog!

07/04/2025

At Yappy Campers Doggy Daycare we believe nap time is as important as play time. 😴
For that reason we only use Axel's Pet Products crate beds and crate covers for all our crates, so that your pups can have some restful down time. The removable canvas covers make cleaning a breeze, and the high quality foam ensures your pup is comfortable. Not to mention, they are super durable.
The covers can open on all four sides, perfect for your double door crates.
If you want your pups to have the same comfort at home, get in touch with us to order your crates, beds and covers! Crates are available in two sizes currently with more options coming soon! Covers and beds are available in a variety of colours and can be made to order.

15/03/2025

Welcome Hunter and Axel! 🤍🖤

06/03/2025

Don’t miss out on getting your pet chipped!

12/02/2025

ABC Dogs NZ always has the good stuff!!
I’ve seen videos of other daycares where two large dogs are chasing one smaller dog. The caption read something along the line of the dogs having “fun”, but only two out of three dogs were enjoying the game. It’s important to know what to look out for during a play session and manage it appropriately.

Sometimes certain videos pop up....
Showing a dog having the "time of their life" with another dog.
⚠️ They are NOT playing.
No matter what the comments say, no matter what others really wish to see OR they may truly believe that they are watching dogs play.
Interactions are intricate....individual and VERY misread.
If we continue to misread play or don't recognise issues in play, it can cause those "out of the blue" incidents.
The ones we just didn't see coming.
Dogs can easily fall into patterns of inappropriate play with others.
It all comes down to body language and one of the most important things to do is watch BOTH dogs.
We tend to concentrate on one or the other and that is where we can miss those subtilties.
Couple of videos in the comments about play and how to recognise good play...and "play" that is problematic.
This dog training graphic is available through https://www.abcdogsnz.com/product-page/abc-dogs-nz-dogs-playing-avoiding-issues?srsltid=AfmBOorI0x5I5St0U2T2YbBj5THi6LRGKnnj2dGsU3jTdEXMlmbi1SI7

27/01/2025

Where is your dog on the borkometer?