Doggy Daycare at Golden Paws Essex

Reliable weekday care in a calm, structured home-from-home.
Doggy daycare Chelmsford, Springfield, Great Baddow, Chelmer Village, Writtle, Galleywood, Broomfield The Avenues, Moulsham

Fun-filled local daycare for the dogs of Essex

At Golden Paws Essex, our doggy daycare is about more than just passing the time. It’s a small, familiar group where dogs feel safe, understood, and looked after like part of the family.

We’re licensed to care for up to nine dogs a day — and we keep numbers low on purpose. This allows us to really get to know each dog, their quirks, their needs, and their friendships, building a consistent, enriching routine around them.

Who We Welcome

We care for puppies, adults, and senior dogs, and take the time to ensure each dog is a good fit for our group.

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Every new dog goes through a behavioural assessment.
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We offer a half-day trial to help them settle in at their own pace.
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Once part of the gang, dogs can join for regular daycare or occasional days.
Local doggy daycare Chemlsford Essex

Doggy daycare in
Chelmsford, Springfield, Great Baddow, Chelmer Village, Writtle, Galleywood, Broomfield The Avenues, Moulsham, Essex

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Genuine people providing peace of mind

Out Eric loves his time with Golden Paws doggy day care. Sarah and Frank make such a helpful, organised and professional team full of personality and advice.

We have a brilliant and open communication, and they always help when they can. I seem to have many dramas in daily life where Golden Paws have come to the rescue!

Genuine people providing peace of mind dog services. 🙂

– Anne-Marie Pomfrett

Licensed home doggy daycare in Essex

Our Neutering Policy

We welcome entire puppies, but for ongoing daycare, we ask that dogs are neutered or spayed once they reach maturity.

This helps us:

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Maintain a calmer, more balanced group
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Reduce the risk of tension or conflict
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Keep the atmosphere peaceful for all dogs

What a Day Looks Like

Our daycare days are designed to give dogs a healthy balance of:
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Play and social interaction
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Enrichment and sniffy fun
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Walks and outdoor time
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Rest and relaxation in a calm home setting.
We follow a familiar routine with just enough flexibility to keep things interesting. Dogs always have plenty of opportunity to move, explore, and settle — with someone on hand at all times to ensure they’re comfortable and supported.
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Flexible Hours for
Busy Lives

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Standard hours: Drop-off from 7am, pick-up by 7pm.

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Early drop-off and late pick-up available on request.

We understand life doesn’t always run to plan. If things change, we’ll do our best to be flexible for our families.

Experienced, Licensed
& Qualified

We’re fully licensed, insured, and qualified in canine behaviour, enrichment, and trauma-informed care.

We’ve supported:

  • Nervous dogs
  • Rescue dogs
  • Dogs who need a little extra help finding their confidence.

Every decision we make is made with kindness, consistency, and the wellbeing of the dog in front of us.

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I’m so glad I found Golden paws ☺️

Golden Paws are amazing. From the first day my dog went there, I felt so at ease and knew he would love it.

They keep you updated regularly throughout the day with pupdates (updates) to see what your dog is doing etc.

Bailey always comes home knackered and never wants to come home when I pick him up. Sarah and Frank are professional and lovely people.

I’m so glad I found Golden paws ☺️

– Katherine Smithers

the best dog daycare in Essex
local doggy daycare Chelmsford

Our care in action

We don’t just love dogs, we understand them.

If there’s ever a gap in our knowledge, we go and fill it. Every decision is based on kindness, safety, and the long-term wellbeing of the animals in our care.

This doesn’t feel like work. It’s our life.

Contact Golden Paws today for home dog boarding and doggy daycare in Essex

Ready to Join the Golden Paws Family?

If you’re looking for doggy daycare in Chelmsford where your dog can make friends, feel safe, and come home happy, we’d love to hear from you.🐾

Let’s have a chat and see if it’s the right fit.

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