Bruce's Doggy Day Care Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Looking at 272 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that the staff are exceptionally caring and attentive, making pets feel extremely welcome and secure every single day. People also appreciate the reliable transportation services, noting how excited their dogs get when the day care vehicles arrive outside. Consumers consistently highlight the regular photo updates and thoughtful attention that provide total peace of mind for owners. Some reviewers were not happy with communication gaps and sudden changes regarding site availability and schedules. A few people also felt concerned about transport safety standards and vehicle conditions experienced during transit times.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My greyhound has received above expectation care while at Bruce’s Wellington park. His bus driver Lauren tells us about his day, giving information about his progress, which is backed up by what we s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My dog Milo has been going to the the Surrey Hills day care for the last 8 months and he absolutely loves it! He is always waiting at the window looking out for his driver Rachel, even on the days he... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our fur baby has been going to Bruce’s doggy daycare Woking for 6 months now, she absolutely loves going, when her driver pulls up to collect her she gets so excited which makes me happy knowing sh... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the initial taster session, my little Parson, Tuppence, shows every sign of loving her time at Bruce's. The care given by Abi, her 'chauffeur', to Sam (with Holly) in the puppy group to her grad... See more

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Company details

  1. Dog Day Care Center

About Bruce's Doggy Day Care

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Where Dogs Thrive Every Day

Bruce’s Doggy Day Care, the UK's leading doggy day care, offers dogs enrichment, socialisation and care.

Who We Are

For over 17 years, Bruce’s Doggy Day Care has been enriching the lives of dogs – and their families – with our unique blend of expert care, enrichment-led activities and genuine love for every dog we meet.

With 11 centres located across the UK, we’re recognised leaders in doggy day care and are trusted by thousands of owners who want their dogs to enjoy happier, healthier days while they’re busy.

The Bruce’s Experience

At Bruce’s, every day is designed to help dogs play, learn and relax in a safe, stimulating environment.

Dogs in our care enjoy:

  • Acres of secure, private fields to run, sniff and explore
  • Natural play zones and sensory gardens to stimulate body and mind
  • Heated log cabins for cosy downtime and rest
  • Fun, structured activities that build confidence and social skills
  • Carefully matched play groups for safe, happy socialisation

All of this is overseen by our fully trained, dog-loving team who get to know each dog as an individual.

Why Choose Bruce’s?

Expert-led care
Our teams are trained in dog behaviour, enrichment and welfare. We carefully supervise play and tailor the day so every dog feels secure, understood and happy.

Enrichment at the heart
We go beyond basic day care. From confidence-building activities to calm rest spaces, our days are thoughtfully planned to support dogs mentally, physically and emotionally.

Safe, happy socialisation
With plenty of space and curated play groups, dogs can build friendships, practise good social skills and enjoy positive interactions in a safe setting.

Stress-free pick-up and drop-off
Our bespoke doggy buses can collect dogs from home and return them tired and content at the end of the day, or owners can drop off directly at one of our convenient locations.

Trusted by dog lovers nationwide
Thousands of families choose Bruce’s for consistent, reliable care and that extra level of attention that gives real peace of mind.

How It Works

  1. Find your nearest Bruce’s doggy day care.
  2. Book a welcome chat or Free Taster Day for your dog to try our fields and facilities.
  3. We’ll get to know your dog and recommend the best routine for them.
  4. Your dog enjoys fun, friendship and enrichment – you enjoy the peace of mind.

Visit Our Website

Find Your Nearest Bruce’s

Our Enrolment Process

Join the Bruce’s Family

Give your dog the chance to live their best day – every day. Discover why so many dog lovers trust Bruce’s for exceptional care, real enrichment and tail-wagging happiness.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our experience with Cobham's Bruce's Doggy Day…

Our experience with Bruce's Doggy Day Care has and continues to be excellent. Our dog Stanley has been going to Bruce's Cobham for 7 years now and he has become good pals with lots of the other dogs there and many of the staff. In particular he has a good bond with Kevin who is the excellent driver who brings him home and has a genuine passion for looking after all the dogs. It's true that you can only take as you find but we've found Bruce's has been very good for us and Stan.

8 July 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for trusting Bruce’s Cobham with Stanley for the past seven years.

We're delighted to hear how much he enjoys his Bruce’s days and that he's made such great friendships with both the other dogs and our team. It's especially lovely to hear about the bond he has with Kevin — we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to him.

Thank you for your continued trust and support. It means a great deal to know that Bruce’s has been such a positive part of Stanley's life over the years.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Get to a be a dog in a pack for day!

Our boys love it there. They get so excited each time. They are safe and well looked after, and loved.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your wonderful review.

We're delighted to hear how much your boys love their Bruce’s days! Knowing they get so excited each time they come, and that you feel they're safe, well looked after and loved, means the world to our team.

Thank you for trusting us with their care and for taking the time to share your experience.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic doggy daycare

Fantastic doggy daycare. Friendly staff. Frank loves it! 2 years and still excited when the bus turns up to fetch him.

26 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear that Frank still gets excited when the Bruce’s bus arrives after two years — that's one of the best compliments we could receive! It's wonderful to know he loves his daycare days and that you've had such a positive experience with our team.

Thank you for your continued support.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous place

Fabulous place. Very caring staff. My dog absolutely loves he Bruce’s days!

20 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear how much your dog enjoys their Bruce’s days! Knowing that you've found the team so caring and that your dog loves coming to daycare means a great deal to all of us.

Thank you for your support.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My dog loves going

My dog loves going - however I get little feedback what she is up to other than the usual ' Lexi has been papped'- she has not been all week because of the heat...an alternative could have been offered...I hope I will not get charged

24 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you for your review and for your feedback.

We're delighted to hear that Lexi loves coming to Bruce’s.

We're sorry to hear you would have liked more updates about her day, and we'll share your feedback with the team as we're always looking to improve our communication.

Regarding the recent closures during the Met Office's red weather warnings, the welfare and safety of the dogs in our care is always our top priority. Customers affected were offered the option to swap their day care day or request a credit. If you've not yet been able to arrange this, please contact your Customer Care team and they'll be happy to help.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I was trying to sing up my little…

I was trying to sing up my little stuffy. And was refused because of the breed he is. No one ever tried to see if he can fit the group or what personality he has. He is very friendly, good with groups, definitely can spend all day with other dogs, not aggressive. I was very disappointed that it is judge by the breed and the type of dog. As each dog reflects the owner not a breed.
People who are experienced and know about dogs should know

25 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Hi Monika,

We're sorry to hear that you were disappointed by our decision.

We understand that owners of all breeds can have wonderful, well-socialised dogs. However, Bruce’s has an established admissions policy that applies consistently across all of our centres.

Our approach is based on many years of experience operating our specific doggy day care environment. We know that day care isn't the right fit for every dog, and some breeds, as well as some individual dogs, can find this environment overstimulating. Our aim is never to set a dog up to fail, but to ensure that every dog in our care can thrive and enjoy the very best day care experience.

We appreciate that this will be disappointing, and thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Caring

Caring and reliable.. flexible and accommodating.

22 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your kind review.

We're delighted to hear that you've found our team caring, reliable, flexible and accommodating. Providing the very best experience for both our dogs and their owners is what we strive for every day, so your feedback means a great deal to us.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My dog LOVES going to Cookham Bruce’s

My dog LOVES going to Cookham Bruce’s. He gets picked up by Suraya and nearly breaks the door down trying to get to her! He has a fantastic day. All the staff are so wonderful and caring. They go the extra mile! He comes home smiling and settles down for a well earned nap!

19 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your wonderful review.

We're delighted to hear how much your dog loves his Bruce’s days at Cookham — hearing that he can hardly wait to greet Suraya certainly made us smile! It's lovely to know he enjoys such fantastic days with us and comes home happy, relaxed and ready for a well-earned nap.

We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Suraya and the rest of the team. Thank you for recognising the care and dedication they show every day.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service …our driver Tom is…

First class service …our driver Tom is THE epitome of professionalism …our dog goes wild when she sees him …he’s so welcoming with her . Always asks about us and is a pleasure to deal with .

21 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your wonderful review.

We're delighted to hear how excited your dog is to see Tom each day! It’s fantastic to know that his professionalism, warmth and care have made such a positive impression, and we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to him.

Thank you for trusting Bruce’s with your dog's care and for taking the time to share your experience.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All round- couldn't ask for more

Great communication, lovely people who clearly love dogs- shout out to Mia and Rachel. Mia is our regular pick up and Rachel covered our last weeks holiday. Bernie has been going since he was vaccinated as a pup.

Bernie always has his front paws up on the windowsill looking out for the van and pulls Mia to the van when she collects him. More excited to see her than me! And bonus is he’s well socialised and comes back exhausted

17 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for trusting Bruce’s with Bernie since he was a puppy.

We're delighted to hear how much he loves his Bruce’s days — knowing he's waiting by the window for the van and can't wait to see Mia is such a lovely compliment! It's also wonderful to hear that Rachel made sure he was just as well looked after while Mia was away.

We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to both Mia and Rachel. Thank you for recognising the care they put into every day, and we're so pleased that Bernie comes home happy, well-socialised and ready for a well-earned rest.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Every day

Every day, all the staff go above & beyond to help the dogs & their owners have the best expeience & care

22 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your wonderful review.

We're delighted to hear that you've had such a positive experience with the team. Going above and beyond for both the dogs in our care and their owners is exactly what we strive for every day, so your kind words mean a great deal to all of us.

Thank you for your support.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love this place

I absolutely love this place. I’ve not even started and I have full trust that my boy will love it. My boy had a 3 hour session and he’s absolutely zoinked! Thank you so much to Bruce’s family hassocks 🥰

17 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear that your boy enjoyed his trial session so much — it sounds like he made the most of every minute if he came home completely zoinked! 😊

It's wonderful to know that you've already felt so welcomed and supported by the team. We can't wait to be part of your dog's adventures and look forward to seeing him again soon.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our doggy Barney has been at Bruce’s…

Our doggy Barney has been at Bruce’s Cobham for 5 years, and we couldn’t be happier! Brilliant staff (drivers and carers) and spacious grounds! Happy doggy all around.

15 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for trusting Bruce’s Cobham with Barney for the past five years.

We’re delighted to hear how happy both you and Barney have been with the service. Your kind words about our drivers, carers and spacious grounds mean a great deal to the whole team.

Nothing makes us happier than hearing that Barney continues to enjoy his Bruce’s days after all these years.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mollie is always happy to see Billy and…

Mollie is always happy to see Billy and go with him when he calls to pick her up. We receive lovely pictures of her enjoying herself with her friend Ruby and others.

13 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear that Mollie is always so happy to see Billy and head off on her Bruce’s adventures. It’s also wonderful to know that you enjoy receiving the photos and seeing her having fun with Ruby and her other friends.

Thank you for trusting us with Mollie’s care — your kind words mean a great deal to the whole team.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our dog leaves and comes back with a…

Our dog leaves and comes back with a waggy tail every time! The staff are loving and knowledgable so we know he’s in safe hands. Plus the facilities are well looked after and constantly invested in. Happy dog, happy owners!

5 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear that your dog heads off to Bruce’s and returns home with a waggy tail every time! It's wonderful to know that you feel confident in the care provided by our team and that their knowledge and dedication give you peace of mind.

We're also pleased that you've noticed the investment we continue to make in our facilities. Creating a safe, enriching and enjoyable environment for every dog is at the heart of what we do.

Happy dog, happy owners is exactly what we love to hear!

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional service and care

The staff at Bruce's Tunbridge Wells never fail to go above and beyond. I'm not sure how we would cope without this superb facility on our doorstep.

11 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your wonderful review.

We're delighted to hear that the Tunbridge Wells team continue to exceed your expectations. Knowing that Bruce’s has become such an important and valued part of your routine means a great deal to all of us.

We'll be sure to share your kind words with the team. Thank you for your continued trust and support.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful and caring


Helpful and caring. I am confident my dog is always well looked after.

1 June 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your kind review.

We're delighted to hear that you find the team helpful and caring, and that you feel confident leaving your dog in our care. Providing a safe, supportive and enjoyable experience for every dog is what we strive for every day.

Thank you for your trust and support.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Beware! Unsafe transportation of dogs!

Beware! Unsafe transportation of dogs!

I was was recently left horrified and shaken by the driving standards of a Bruce’s employee.

One of Bruce’s branded vans failed to give way to the right at the roundabout near Charterhouse School in Godalming earlier this week. I was already on the roundabout and had right of way, but the driver pulled out at speed without stopping or giving way, forcing me to slam on the brakes to avoid hitting them.

It was genuinely frightening, and it has really shaken my confidence in Bruce’s. This is a company entrusted with transporting people’s dogs, so seeing one of their branded vans being driven in such a careless way near a school area is deeply concerning.

I reported it to Bruce’s head office because I felt it was a serious road safety issue, but they have failed to respond. That lack of acknowledgement makes the whole situation feel even worse.

6 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

We are sorry to read that you were concerned by this incident.

Road safety is something we take extremely seriously and we thoroughly investigate any concerns raised about our vehicles or driving standards. We have been unable to locate the communication referenced in your review and would welcome the opportunity to investigate this matter further.

Our vehicles are equipped with safety and monitoring systems, and driving data is regularly reviewed as part of our ongoing safer driver programme.

Please forward your original communication, along with any additional information such as the date, time and location of the incident, to [hello@bruces.dog](mailto:hello@bruces.dog) so that we can investigate fully.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rocky was so happy when he came back…

Rocky was so happy when he came back and Emily was so nice and kind to him.
Thank you so much

28 May 2026
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear that Rocky came home so happy and that Emily made such a positive impression. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to her and the team.

Thank you for trusting Bruce’s with Rocky's care.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I signed my dog up and was told it…

I signed my dog up and was told it would be mid collection at around 9.15 and they would arrive by 10am in Hemel Hempstead. But mid collection turned out to be another 9 dogs to collect and they didn’t arrive until 11am. Unacceptable. Let’s see if they successfully remove this review again

10 July 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Bruce's Doggy Day Care

Thank you for your feedback.

We're sorry to hear that you were disappointed with your experience. Collection and journey times can occasionally be affected by operational factors outside our control, and we appreciate how frustrating delays can be.

As this review relates to our former Country Hills centre, which is no longer operating, we can only apologise that your experience did not meet your expectations at the time.

Woofs & wags - Bruce’s

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