Barker’s Retreat

Barker’s Retreat Fully licensed and insured indoor and outdoor dog daycare in Derby DE21 6HA 🐾

This weeks DOTW is Breeze Breeze is always ready for a zoom! Whether she’s chasing her friends or racing around the dayc...
04/09/2026

This weeks DOTW is Breeze

Breeze is always ready for a zoom! Whether she’s chasing her friends or racing around the daycare, there’s never a dull moment when she’s around!
You’ll often find her bouncing away on the trampolines, having the absolute time of her life! She’s always looking for her next bit of fun.
Breeze has made so many lovely friends at daycare and loves being part of the gang. Although, when it’s time to go home… good luck catching her! 😂💗

🐾 WELLNESS WEDNESDAY 🐾This week we’re talking GROOMING & MATTING! 🧼✂️🐶Regular grooming isn’t just about keeping your pup...
02/09/2026

🐾 WELLNESS WEDNESDAY 🐾

This week we’re talking GROOMING & MATTING! 🧼✂️🐶

Regular grooming isn’t just about keeping your pup looking their best — it’s about keeping them comfortable, healthy and happy too! 🧡

Mats can pull on the skin, cause irritation and even become painful, especially for our long-haired and curly-coated friends. A little regular brushing can make a BIG difference! 🥰

✨ Our top tips:
🐾 Brush regularly
🐾 Use the right tools
🐾 Keep coats clean & dry
🐾 Pay extra attention to ears, armpits, belly & tail
🐾 Keep grooming positive with plenty of praise & treats

A little brush today = a lot of comfort tomorrow! 🧡🐶

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This weeks Dog of The Week is Morley🐶✨Everyone thinks Morley is just adorable, in fact EDIBLE!! Hes such a cute boy🥹Morl...
28/08/2026

This weeks Dog of The Week is Morley🐶✨

Everyone thinks Morley is just adorable, in fact EDIBLE!! Hes such a cute boy🥹

Morley has been practicing his singing at daycare and we can honestly say hes a pop star in the making with those vocals 😁

He is very confident and he’s always up for making new friends with any new arrivals we have at daycare 🫶

💭🐾 Happy National Dream Day! 🐾💭- We like to think our Barkers Retreat day care pups are dreaming of all their favourite ...
25/08/2026

💭🐾 Happy National Dream Day! 🐾💭

- We like to think our Barkers Retreat day care pups are dreaming of all their favourite things — running around with their friends, endless cuddles, tasty treats and another fun-filled day at Barkers Retreat! 🐶💕 Because every dog deserves sweet dreams, happy hearts and plenty of adventures to look forward to. ☁️✨🐾

Happy Gotcha Day, sweet Benny! 🐾💙Today we celebrate the day this beautiful boy found his forever home. Rescued from a li...
25/08/2026

Happy Gotcha Day, sweet Benny! 🐾💙

Today we celebrate the day this beautiful boy found his forever home. Rescued from a life he didn’t choose, Benny now gets to know what every dog deserves — unconditional love, a safe place to call home, and a family who will cherish him every single day. 🥹🐶❤️

Sometimes, we think we’re the ones rescuing them… but they end up rescuing a little piece of our hearts too. Benny, may your days be filled with endless cuddles, happy adventures, belly rubs, and all the love you could ever wish for.

Here’s to the beautiful life ahead of you, Benny. You are so very loved. Happy Gotcha Day! 🎉🐾💙

RescuedAndLoved ForeverHome DogLove

🍂🐾 ADVANCED BANK HOLIDAY NOTICE! 🐾🍂We’re taking a little paws 🐾 to relax this upcoming Bank Holiday! 🧡📅 CLOSED: Monday 3...
24/08/2026

🍂🐾 ADVANCED BANK HOLIDAY NOTICE! 🐾🍂
We’re taking a little paws 🐾 to relax this upcoming Bank Holiday! 🧡

📅 CLOSED: Monday 31st August
📅 OPEN: Tuesday 1st September

Spaces will fill up quickly so please book in advance!

This weeks DOTW is Finn 🐾Finn always knows how to keep us on our toes with his cheeky antics and playful personality!If ...
21/08/2026

This weeks DOTW is Finn 🐾

Finn always knows how to keep us on our toes with his cheeky antics and playful personality!
If there’s water nearby, you can guarantee Finn will be straight in and having the time of his life!
Whether it’s a game, a toy or some fun with his favourite people, Finn is always ready to play!

🌩️🐾 THUNDERSTORMS & OUR PUPS 🐾🌩️With the weather changing, we’re expecting to see lots more thunderstorms over the comin...
20/08/2026

🌩️🐾 THUNDERSTORMS & OUR PUPS 🐾🌩️

With the weather changing, we’re expecting to see lots more thunderstorms over the coming weeks ⛈️🌧️

For some dogs, thunder can be really scary. The loud bangs, flashes of lightning and changes in air pressure can all leave our pups feeling anxious and unsettled. 💜

Here are a few things you can do to help your dog feel safer:

🏠 Create a cosy, quiet safe space
📺 Close curtains, shut windows & pop the TV or calming music on
🫶 Stay calm and reassuring — they’ll take their cues from you
🧸 Offer their favourite toy, treat puzzle or enrichment activity
🐾 Let them choose where they feel safest — never force them out of their hiding spot
🚫 Never punish or tell them off for being scared

If your dog really struggles with storms, speak to your vet or a qualified behaviourist for some extra support. 💕

A little preparation can make a BIG difference when the thunder rolls in! ⛈️🐶

Stay safe & snuggly, pups! 🥰🐾

✨🐾 THANK YOU! 🐾✨We are incredibly grateful for every single review that has been left for Barker’s Retreat.Reading comme...
17/08/2026

✨🐾 THANK YOU! 🐾✨

We are incredibly grateful for every single review that has been left for Barker’s Retreat.

Reading comments such as “Our dog’s confidence and social skills have increased so much”, ”Our dog absolutely loves it, the staff are amazing”, and ”Their kindness, patience, and genuine love have completely transformed her” reminds us exactly why we do what we do. ❤️

To reach 133 five-star Google reviews is something we’re immensely proud of, and it’s all thanks to our wonderful clients and their amazing dogs🤩

Thank you for trusting us with your four-legged family members, for supporting our small business, and for taking the time to share your experiences. Your kind words mean more to us than you’ll ever know.

Here’s to many more happy tails, muddy paws, cuddles and adventures! 🐶💕

With love,

The Barker’s Retreat Team🐾

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16/08/2026

When the future owners come and inspect the best doggy daycare in Derby.

They were impressed to say the least however, they didn’t want to leave!!

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Derby
DE216HA

Opening Hours

Monday 7:45am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:45am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:45am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:45am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:45am - 5:30pm

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+447495174542

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