The Big Paw Lounge at Petite Paws Daycare operates as its own dedicated service, designed specifically for medium to large breeds with different needs and daily routines to smaller dogs. this purpose built space allows larger dogs to enjoy an environment that reflects their natural behaviours, energy levels, and care requirements.
At Petite Paw, we recognise that big dogs are not just "bigger versions" of small dogs. they require:
- Different Handling and social structures
- More physical space
- Specific enrichment suited to outdoor working style breeds
- A calmer environment to settle between activity periods
For this reason, the Big Paw Lounge operates independently from the small dog daycare areas. Each group follows its own schedule, uses its own facilities, and receives care tailored to its size, temperament and breed traits.
The Big Paw Lounge is suitable for medium to large outdoor oriented and working style breeds such as; Goldies, Labradors, Springers, Setters and sporting breeds.
These dogs benefit from a structured activity and purposeful engagement throughout the day.
Dedicated On-Site Area
Large dogs are housed in a separate, self contained section of our facility, This ensures:
- Reduced overstimulation
- Appropriate space for movement and rest
- A calmer social dynamic
- No crossover with small dog groups during the day
Secure Field Access and Exercise
Dog in the Big Paw Lounge receive:
- Two daily structured walks
- In our own secure private fields
- With opportunities to sniff, explore and engage with natural environments
This form of exercise reflects the needs of outdoor and working breeds more accurately than standard playgroup setups.
Breed Focused Enrichment
Enrichment is at the heart at everything we do at Petite Paws and that doesn't change in the Big Paw Lounge its adapted and designed to develop:
- Mental focus and problem-solving
- Scent work and retrieval instincts
- Confidence building in varied environments
- Settling and calm behaviour after activity
While many dogs enjoy social play, larger breeds often require a different kind of day. By operating the Big Paw Lounge as its own unit, we are able to:
- Provide safer handling and supervision
- Offer more appropriate exercise and enrichment
- Maintain controlled social groups
- Reduce stress caused by mixed size interactions
- Support both small and large dogs more effectively
This approach ensures that each dog receives care that is appropriate to its breed, size and temperament, Rather than one size fits all model.
If you feel your dog would benefit from the Big Paw Lounge, please fill in the form below or get in touch to discuss suitability and availability. Spaces are limited to maintain quality and structure.
Big Paw Lounge runs same opening and closing times as Petite Paws Daycare.
Get in touch via email Kerrie@petitepawsdaycare.co.uk or phone +44 7498 304634
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