Welcome
to the
Peckham
Pack.
What to Expect from London’s Most Caring, Community-Minded Dog Daycare
Welcome to Paws & Pause! Whether you’ve just discovered us or you’re about to join the pack, this guide will walk you through how our daycare works, what makes us different, and how your dog will thrive here — while supporting people in recovery, too.
Paws & Pause is London’s first dog daycare with a DUAL MISSION: To give your dog a STRUCTURED, ENRICHING and JOYFUL day & provide MEANINGFUL WORK EXPERIENCE to people recovering from mental health and substance use challenges.
WHAT MAKE US DIFFERENT
1:5 HUMAN TO DOG RATIO - WAY ABOVE INDUSTRY STANDARD​
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​OPEN 8:00AM - 6:30PM TO SUIT YOUR WORK LIFE​
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DAILY FEEDBACK FROM A DEDICATED CARER
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NO VANS PICKUPS - YOUR DOG STAYS LOCAL, NO CRATES OR TRAFFIC​
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SOCIAL MISSION: EVERY DOG SUPPORTS SOMEONE ON A RECOVERY JOURNEY
A Day in the Life at Paws & Pause
Our daily rhythm helps dogs feel safe, settled and stimulated. It looks like this:
Morning Play
Morning arrival and calm hellos
Enrichment Activies
Sniffing games, puzzles, scent trails
Group Play
Based on temperament and energy
Nap Time
Cuddles in cosy corners
Afternoon Fun
Agility, structured games or sensory tasks
Wind down and Feedback
From a dedicated professional who really knows your pup!
Your Dog's First Day at Paws & Pause
Your dog's first day is FREE. Why? We want to make sure your pup will thrive in the daycare environment. Here's what their first day will look like.
Gentle Introductions
Our dog experts gently assess your dog’s confidence, social behaviour and comfort in our setting, before slowly introducing them to carefully selected members of our pack! We separate our pack into groups based on size, age, temperament and play style.
Stay in the
Loop
We know it's nerve racking leaving your furry family members with us for the first time!​ We'll keep you updated throughout the day via whatsapp videos and messages from one of our dedicated carers, and via our private instagram account, just for Paws and Pause members.
Detailed​
Feedback
At pickup, we'll provide you with detailed and honest feedback on your pup's first day at Paws and Pause, what they did and who they played with. We want all dogs to thrive at Paws and Pause, so we'll tell you if we think there's a care solution more suited to your pup (though we're confident they're going to love it!)
What we need from you
We're well stocked with treats, toys and blankets, all we need from you is:
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Collar/harness + ID tag
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Lunch (if they normally eat midday)
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Any relevant vet or behaviour notes​
And that's it! Bring your pup along at 8AM to be introduced to their new favourite place!
WHY OUR FAMILIES CHOOSE US
AVERAGE SATISFACTION SCORE = 9/10
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9/10 SAID THEY'D RECOMMEND US TO THEIR FRIENDS
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100% SAID WE IMPROVE THEIR WORK/LIFE BALANCE
65% SAW IMPROVED CONFIDENCE IN THEIR DOGS
55% SAW BETTER BEHAVIOUR
*From our March 2025 survey
READY TO JOIN THE PACK?
Book your pup in for their free trial day, where our dog experts will help them settle into daycare life!
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? LETS CHAT
We get it — choosing the right daycare is a big decision. If you're still unsure, book a quick call with one of our team. No pressure, just honest answers.