A Day at Sydney Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare

Every daycare is different.

Some are loud and fast-paced. Some focus heavily on constant activity. Others feel more like organised chaos.

That’s never really been our style.

At Sydney Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare, our days are designed to feel calm, balanced, enriching, and genuinely enjoyable for the dogs in our care.

Of course there’s still zoomies, toy stealing, water play, and plenty of silly moments throughout the day — but we also really value rest, routine, and helping dogs feel comfortable being themselves.

The Morning Rush

The mornings are always full of excitement.

Some dogs burst through the gate ready to greet their friends immediately. Others stroll in more casually like they own the place by now.

Then there are the dogs who still need a little reassurance at drop-off, especially newer daycare guests.

We never rush that process.

Some dogs settle instantly. Others need a cuddle, a slower introduction, or a few quiet minutes before joining the group. We always let dogs settle at their own pace rather than forcing interactions.

That’s one of the reasons being Fear Free® Certified is so important to us. We pay close attention to body language and comfort levels throughout the day.

Finding Their Crew

One of the nicest things to watch at daycare is seeing friendships naturally form over time.

Some dogs love wrestling and running games.
Others prefer quietly wandering around together sniffing the yard.
Some follow humans around all day hoping for snacks and attention.

And honestly, some are mostly just there for the enrichment and naps.

Not every dog wants to play non-stop all day long — and that’s completely okay.

We really try to create an environment where dogs can socialise in ways that feel natural and comfortable for them.

The Best Part of the Day? Probably the Lyka

As soon as the enrichment comes out, suddenly everybody becomes very attentive.

We regularly use Lyka fresh food and treats throughout the day in activities like:

• lick mats

• enrichment toys

• sniffing games

• reward activities

The dogs absolutely love it.

And beyond simply being tasty, we genuinely love how enrichment changes the energy of the group. Dogs slow down, focus, sniff, lick, relax, and decompress.

For many dogs, those calmer moments are just as valuable as physical play.

Rest Is Important Too

One thing people are often surprised by is how much dogs sleep during daycare.

Not constantly of course — but good daycare should include downtime too.

After play sessions or enrichment, many dogs naturally find a sunny spot, curl up beside their friends, or simply relax near us for a while.

We don’t believe dogs need to be hyped up every second of the day to enjoy daycare.

In fact, some of the happiest dogs are the ones who feel safe enough to fully relax while they’re here.

Every Dog Is Different

That’s probably the biggest thing daycare teaches you.

Some dogs are confident immediately.
Some are sensitive.
Some are hilarious little troublemakers.
Some are quiet observers.

Once dogs become regulars, you start learning all their little personalities and routines:

• who steals everybody’s toys

• who loves the hose

• who waits for enrichment time

• who follows humans everywhere

• who claims the best sleeping spots first

That personal connection is honestly one of our favourite parts of what we do.

Home Time

By pick-up time, most dogs are happily tired.

Not exhausted in an overstimulated way — just fulfilled after a balanced day of social interaction, enrichment, play, rest, and companionship.

And one of the best feelings for us is watching dogs arrive excited for daycare because they genuinely enjoy being here.

More Than Just Doggy Daycare

At Sydney Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare, we’ve always wanted daycare to feel like more than simply “dog minding.”

We wanted to create a place where dogs could:

• have fun

• feel comfortable

• build confidence

• enjoy companionship

• relax

• be cared for like family

That’s why our approach combines Fear Free® care, thoughtfully managed socialisation, enrichment using Lyka fresh food, and a calm home-style environment designed around dogs’ overall wellbeing.

If you’d like to learn more about our daycare or overnight stays, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact us for all bookings or enquiries.  

• Mobile:  0411602400

• Email:  admin@sydneypetsitting.com.au

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