Southport Doggy Daycare Register your dog
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Opening Monday 4 January 2027

Southport
Doggy Daycare

Enrichment-based daycare for happier, healthier dogs!

A fun, safe day of play, brain games and proper rest, right in Southport. Drive-in drop-off, Monday to Friday, run by Barkademy-certified carers.

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Founding Families offer

Register before we open and get your first day free when you book regular weekly days. Limited to the first 50 dogs.

Claim a founding spot
Open Day!

Sunday 3 January 2027

Come and check out the full centre the day before we open. Book a 15-minute appointment time slot and bring your dog to say hello.

Book a time slot

More than just daycare

A dedicated daycare for small to medium size dogs.

Mental stimulation

It's not all about physical exercise. It's about keeping minds busy, curious and sharp.

Training through enrichment

Social learning, coordination, balance and educational training.

Social skills

Teaches positive play, communication and confidence.

Behavioural balance

Our staff are trained in behavioural dog issues. Please ask.

A day at Southport

Structured, supervised and never just a dog park.

6:30amDrop-off. Calm hello in reception, then into play.
8:00amGroup play and agility in matched groups.
10:30amBrain games: sniff trails, puzzles, enrichment of the day.
12:00pmRest and reset. Quiet time on the beds.
2:00pmYard time, social learning, cool-down water play on hot days.
4:00pmWind-down, photo updates, home time.

What we do

Daycare only, done properly.

Artist's impression of the indoor play area

Doggy Daycare

A full day of supervised play, enrichment and rest in our 130 m² indoor play area and outdoor yard. Casual days or a regular weekly booking.

Artist's impression of the Southport Doggy Daycare shop front

Pick-up & Drop-off

Too busy for drop-off? Our van collects your dog and brings them home again. The van drives inside our building, so dogs are never loaded on the street.

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Meet & Greet

Every new dog starts with a free meet and greet and temperament check, so we can match them with the right play group.

What makes us different

Run by Barkademy

Southport Doggy Daycare runs on the Barkademy system: a staff training and enrichment program built by Martin and Melita, who have been caring for Gold Coast dogs since 2017.

  • Designed by Barkademy Canine Carer Specialists
  • Structured, supervised group play
  • Rotating enrichment activities
  • Builds resilience and life skills
  • Tired, content and happy dogs at day's end!
Artist's impression of the Southport Doggy Daycare sign

Simple pricing

All prices include GST.

Regular weekly booking — up to 8 hoursSame day(s) every week$55
Regular weekly booking — over 8 hoursSame day(s) every week$65
Half dayUp to 4 hours$40
Second dog from the same familyPer day, for the second dog$50
Pick-up & drop-offUp to 15 km from Southport$15 each way
Meet & greet4-hour visit and temperament checkFree
Casual dayTerms and conditions apply$60

Dogs must be up to date with C5 vaccinations, and desexed if over 6 months old.

Hours & Location

Monday – Friday6:30am – 6:30pm
Saturday & SundayClosed
Public holidaysClosed

Unit 12, 3-15 Jackman Street, Southport QLD 4215
Southport Trade Centre. Plenty of parking out the front.

Phone: 0428 440 925
Email: coming soon

Questions

What does my dog need to start?

Up-to-date C5 vaccinations, desexed if over 6 months, and a free meet and greet with us first.

What size dogs do you take?

We're a dedicated daycare for small to medium size dogs. Play groups are matched by size, age and play style.

Can I see the centre before we start?

Yes! Come to our Open Day on Sunday 3 January 2027. Book a 15-minute time slot using the form below or call 0428 440 925.

Do I get updates?

Yes. We send photo and video updates through the day, so you can see what your dog is up to.

What should I bring?

Just your dog on a lead. Bring their lunch if they have a special diet. We have water, beds and toys.

Do you do grooming?

No. Southport Doggy Daycare is daycare only, so we can focus on play, enrichment and rest.

Register your dog

Tell us about your best mate and we'll book your free meet and greet before we open.