Top Dog
Willowholme Industrial Estate, Site 21 Willow Holme Rd, Carlisle, North West, CA2 5RT
“Carlisle's ONLY 5-Star Licensed Award-Winning Doggy Daycare”
About Top Dog
Why visit Top Dog?
Customers consistently praise Top Dog's skill with anxious and rescue dogs, with many reporting transformative improvements in confidence and socialisation. The team's flexibility, early drop-offs from 7:45am, full-day and half-day options, plus settling-in sessions, makes reliable care accessible for busy Carlisle owners. Well-reviewed across 65 ratings, the five-star licensed facility combines honest feedback and regular updates with experienced, caring staff.
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Hire prices
Published prices from £18 per session| Option | Applies to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Morning Day Care | — | £18 |
| Afternoon Day Care | — | £18 |
| Full Day Care | — | £27 |
| Early Bird session | additional fee for sessions beginning at 7:45am | £2 |
Prices are published by Top Dog and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
What Customers Say on Google
“Staff helped an anxious dog settle in with a dedicated settling-in session, transforming her confidence and making drop-offs easier for both owner and pet.”
“A rescue dog with minimal prior human contact has flourished at Top Dog, gaining confidence and social skills through the facility's patient, experienced care.”
“Staff provide honest feedback on behaviour and regular photo updates, helping owners understand their dog's progress and experience during sessions.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Top Dog
Top Dog runs flexible daycare sessions from 7:45am to 5:30pm. You can book a full day (8am, 5:30pm), a morning slot (8am, 12:30pm), or an afternoon slot (1pm, 5:30pm), and there's an early bird drop-off option from 7:45am if you need to start work particularly early. Sessions start from around £18, confirm current rates when booking. The facility uses an app-based booking system that local owners tell us is straightforward and easy to manage.
Yes, Top Dog is particularly well suited to nervous, anxious, and rescue dogs. Owners we hear from in Carlisle consistently mention dogs with anxiety or limited socialisation thriving here. Every dog completes a behavioural assessment and settling-in session before joining, so staff can tailor supervision to individual temperaments. The team is experienced with dogs who need extra patience, and local feedback highlights how dogs gradually build confidence in the calm, structured environment.
Throughout the day, Top Dog sends photo updates via WhatsApp so you can see what your dog is up to while you're at work. Owners in Carlisle tell us these regular 'pupdates' provide real, especially during the first few sessions. At pick-up, staff give honest feedback on behaviour, socialisation progress, and any observations that might help with training at home, transparency that local dog owners clearly value.
Yes, Top Dog has an on-site groomer, Abbie, who can groom your dog during a booked daycare session if needed. All staff are qualified in canine first aid, and the facility holds a five-star licence. Vaccination records are checked on entry, and every dog goes through an induction process before attending. It's a well-rounded service that local owners find convenient, particularly for busy working schedules in the Carlisle area.
Top Dog focuses on structured socialisation alongside exercise, enrichment, and rest periods throughout the day. Owners we hear from in Carlisle mention noticeable improvements in dog behaviour, including better manners around other dogs and increased confidence on walks. The staff take time to observe each dog's interactions and share feedback that helps reinforce training at home. It's a hands-on approach that benefits dogs still learning appropriate canine social skills.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 7369230565
- Address
- Willowholme Industrial Estate, Site 21 Willow Holme Rd, Carlisle, North West, CA2 5RT
How Top Dog Compares
in Carlisle
More reviews than 83% of dog fields in Carlisle
Field Details
- Session length
- 7:45am to 5:30pm with flexible full day (8am–5:30pm), morning (8am–12:30pm), and afternoon (1pm–5:30pm) sessions, plus early bird option from 7:45am
- Opening hours
- 7:45am–5:30pm (early bird), 8am–5:30pm (full day)
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