Suffolk Dog Town in Ipswich announces new dog pool

Suffolk Dog Town, in Farthing Road in Ipswich, has upgraded its facilities.

The day care business has been open for seven years, and it has also been a grooming salon for more than five years. 

A dog enjoying a paddle at the centre (Image: Suffolk Dog Town) Lauren Monk, the owner of Suffolk Dog Town, took over the business in April 2024 and has been researching ways to introduce new and exciting enrichment and activities for dogs.

She said "all the staff fell in love with the idea of a doggy swimming pool". 

A pooch enjoying a paddle (Image: Suffolk Dog Town) She added: "I’m thrilled to be able to offer this service, and having our pool up and running has opened many new opportunities for not only the business but for the dogs who attend.

"All day care doggies have the chance to have a fun, safe swim, which is not only great for those who love a splash, but is also an opportunity for dogs to build their confidence in the water at no extra cost. 

"I have been lucky enough to have family and friends in the building trade to help me with this project, and it is thanks to them that we can provide this fabulous service." 

The centre is located in Ipswich (Image: Suffolk Dog Town) The centre provides dog life jackets, water toys and a secure ramp for the dogs to enter and exit the pool. 

Dog life jackets are provided (Image: Suffolk Dog Town) There will be at least one fully trained member of staff in the pool with the dogs at all times, and staff are at least level two qualified and canine first aid trained. 

Also, the centre plans to open the pool up to the public for private weekends and bank holiday hires for owners and their pooches.