Royvon play days
Get your dog ready for the best days of their lives! Royon Play Days is the perfect addition to your dog’s weekly routine: exciting, progressive, social and packed full of activities that nurture your dog’s talents and passion
Royvon Play Days is our newest service that is looking to revolutionise the traditional dog daycare experience. Royvon Play Days offers a mix of socialising, bespoke enrichment, play and rest, carefully planned out so that your dog comes home happy, refreshed and fulfilled. Learn about why a balanced day is a happy day for your dog in this blog post.
Royvon was founded in 1959 and we have been constantly seeking ways to help more dogs to live a happy life ever since. Our mission is to provide positive, force-free experiences, delivered by our expert dog trainers and care team staff.
Who is Royvon Play Days for?
Dogs over six months old are welcome for Royvon Play Days. For those who are younger, we also have a “Puppy Play” service.
Our aim isn’t to run your dog ragged all day in oversized groups with very little opportunity to rest or to use their brains for mental stimulation or one-on-one time, like a traditional doggy daycare. We want to provide individually tailored, thoughtful and most importantly, beneficial experiences for your dog so that they still come home tired and happy, but without the bad habits, frustration and exhaustion that often goes with regular daycares. We believe in quality over quantity.
You might be looking for a new daycare option, switching from a current option that doesn’t give your dog enough to do or even having your dog refused from daycare for the way that they play with other dogs or behave. Or your dog may have just completed Royvon Day School training and be ready to join the fun and give you some regular time when you know your dog is exercised and stimulated, even if you aren’t able to get out with them.
What does the Royvon Play Days timetable include?
Your dog joins us for half a day of activities, either morning or afternoon:
Playtime: Your dog gets the chance to make friends and have a good explore and sniff about in our play paddock, with toys and equipment for dogs to play their own way.
Adventure walk: A fun-filled walk in our beautiful surroundings, giving your dog quality, one-on-one attention with our staff and an opportunity to take part in some of their favourite activities. This may include toys, treats or whatever your dog enjoys.
Breaktime: So that your dog gets the most out of their activities, there is suitable rest time in between in one of our cosy and comfortable kennels, including some yummy enrichment your dog can crunch, chew or lick! Contrary to popular belief, dogs don’t need to run around all day to the point of exhaustion to be content. You can read a blog that we published about the importance of balancing exercise, training and rest here.
Extra-Curricular: The main event of Royvon Play Days! We will be exploring whatever it is your dog loves and developing their special skills into fun and enriching activities such as scent work, trick training and learning new games with toys. We will share these activities and their progress so you can continue their favourite exercises at home.
After Play Club: You can extend your dog’s morning of play to a full day for an extra charge, giving you the flexibility to pick up or drop off and make the most of your day.
What does the Royvon Play Days timetable include?
Your dog joins us for half a day of activities, either morning or afternoon:
Playtime
Your dog gets the chance to make friends and have a good explore and sniff about in our play paddock, with toys and equipment for dogs to play their own way.
Adventure walk
A fun-filled walk in our beautiful surroundings, giving your dog quality, one-on-one attention with our staff and an opportunity to take part in some of their favourite activities. This may include toys, treats or whatever your dog enjoys.
Breaktime
So that your dog gets the most out of their activities, there is suitable rest time in between in one of our cosy and comfortable kennels, including some yummy enrichment your dog can crunch, chew or lick! Contrary to popular belief, dogs don’t need to run around all day to the point of exhaustion to be content. You can read a blog that we published about the importance of balancing exercise, training and rest here.
Extra-Curricular
The main event of Royvon Play Days! We will be exploring whatever it is your dog loves and developing their special skills into fun and enriching activities such as scent work, trick training and learning new games with toys. We will share these activities and their progress so you can continue their favourite exercises at home.
After Play Club
You can extend your dog’s morning of play to a full day for an extra charge, giving you the flexibility to pick up or drop off and make the most of your day.
Ready to treat your dog?
Take advantage of our free trial and give your dog the play day they deserve.
When are Royvon Play Days?
Morning session: 8am to 12pm
Afternoon session: 1pm to 5pm
What’s included?
Activities tailored to the dog’s needs
Group or single play
Adventure walk
If your dog has training needs, you can explore Royvon Day School where their time also includes training sessions with one of our expert teams.
Prices can be viewed here.
What our clients think about our services
Having taken on a rescue dog with some behavioural issues we researched where might be a good place to get her - and us - some help. It transpires that there are quite a few different approaches to behavioural issues and after a deep dive we decided to try the Royvon approach, which is all about positive reinforcement. We were lucky enough to be allocated Romeo to work with Badger. He exudes a quiet confidence and authority and she was immediately at ease with him, not a given by any means and extremely keen to please him.
The dedication he applied to her training was absolute and he communicated with us every day of her 3 week boarding programme on his observations and recommendations. These contact points would be accompanied by videos and photos showing us her progress and the methods that were the building blocks of this progress.
By the time we got to the end of the 3 weeks and were invited to attend a 2 hour training session, showing us the methods we needed to continue with and hear of his more general advice and observations, it felt like we were already immersed in the philosophy.
The rock solid methods, transformed Badger's behaviour from unpredictable and reactive to far more trusting and focused on following instructions. Additionally, we have found using the techniques demonstrated to keep her distracted and otherwise engaged of significant impact when taking her out and about.
Royvon is a highly professional, long established family business that totally knows what it is doing with dogs. The whole team gives off the same air of concern for the dogs in their care. However, the phenomenal 'dog whispering' talents and utter dedication of Romeo cannot be overstated. He cares passionately about what he does and how to help dogs overcome their issues - and then in turn, give owners the tools to implement his approach.
We have gone from loving our rescue dog but feeling unsure of how to rehabilitate her to live a normal life and put her awful past behind her, to feeling in control and knowing how to manage her so that she can live her life to the fullest. Thank you so mcuh Romeo.
The dedication he applied to her training was absolute and he communicated with us every day of her 3 week boarding programme on his observations and recommendations. These contact points would be accompanied by videos and photos showing us her progress and the methods that were the building blocks of this progress.
By the time we got to the end of the 3 weeks and were invited to attend a 2 hour training session, showing us the methods we needed to continue with and hear of his more general advice and observations, it felt like we were already immersed in the philosophy.
The rock solid methods, transformed Badger's behaviour from unpredictable and reactive to far more trusting and focused on following instructions. Additionally, we have found using the techniques demonstrated to keep her distracted and otherwise engaged of significant impact when taking her out and about.
Royvon is a highly professional, long established family business that totally knows what it is doing with dogs. The whole team gives off the same air of concern for the dogs in their care. However, the phenomenal 'dog whispering' talents and utter dedication of Romeo cannot be overstated. He cares passionately about what he does and how to help dogs overcome their issues - and then in turn, give owners the tools to implement his approach.
We have gone from loving our rescue dog but feeling unsure of how to rehabilitate her to live a normal life and put her awful past behind her, to feeling in control and knowing how to manage her so that she can live her life to the fullest. Thank you so mcuh Romeo.
What is the most important is that they are genuinely crazy about dogs. Amazing service.
Royvon looked after my German Shepherd brilliantly. Their regular updates through the online portal gave me complete peace of mind throughout his stay. I’d highly recommend them to anyone looking for trustworthy, attentive care.
Royvon is for me in a league of their own the entire team are so helpful. the training with Romeo and Kelsey has been excellent and continues to be. I have been taking my Cane Corso "Loki" to them from when he was 14 weeks old and he is now almost a year and he loves going there, he has had several residentials that helped him and us. he is sociable with all other dogs and humans, the training is ongoing but there are improvements each week that help towards the end goal.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Jamie, for taking the time to share your experience — feedback like yours really helps other dog owners make confident choices about what’s right for their own dogs. We’re so pleased to hear how well Loki is progressing and how much he enjoys his visits to Royvon Esher!
It’s been a real pleasure for Romeo, Kelsey, and the whole Esher team to be part of his journey from such a young age. Your kind words mean a great deal to us, as they reflect the love, commitment, and respect that we aim to show every dog and family we support.
We’ll be sure to share your message with Romeo and Kelsey — they’ll be delighted to know their dedication has made such a difference for Loki. Thank you again for choosing Royvon Esher and trusting us with his ongoing training. We look forward to seeing you both again soon and continuing to help Loki reach his full potential!
Kelsey and Romeo trained and looked after our cocker spaniel puppy for 3 weeks. She was having issues with reactivity and fear around other dogs but the training helped her (and us) massively. Kelsey and Romeo were brilliant with her and super helpful with us in the intro and follow up sessions. Thank you
We had a great experience with Royvon and our trainer, Mimi! The whole facility is extremely well organised, with clear communication from start to finish. It’s obvious that everyone there genuinely cares about the wellbeing of the dogs. They focus on positive reinforcement and on building a strong, trusting relationship between you and your dog, which we really appreciated.
Mimi was absolutely wonderful. She took the time to really understand both us and our new family member (Lilo), who joined us when she was 16 months old. She helped educate us on how to best support and care for our dog, and all her advice and training techniques were practical and relevant to our situation.
Her approach was always positive, encouraging, and thoughtful, which made the learning experience enjoyable for all of us. As a result of her help and guidance, Lilo is now confident, well adjusted and happy doggy.
Highly recommend Royvon and Mimi to anyone looking for professional, compassionate dog training.
Mimi was absolutely wonderful. She took the time to really understand both us and our new family member (Lilo), who joined us when she was 16 months old. She helped educate us on how to best support and care for our dog, and all her advice and training techniques were practical and relevant to our situation.
Her approach was always positive, encouraging, and thoughtful, which made the learning experience enjoyable for all of us. As a result of her help and guidance, Lilo is now confident, well adjusted and happy doggy.
Highly recommend Royvon and Mimi to anyone looking for professional, compassionate dog training.
We would 100% recommend Royvon to anyone! We are so blown away by how much the trainers and staff clearly care about the dogs and the communication and updates we have had throughout the whole experience. Our dog had training with Romeo whose comprehensive understanding of dogs with challenging behaviour is clear to see. Our dog Vinnie was really struggling with general nervousness and reactivity towards other dogs and people, especially when sat down in public. He had the 3 week residential training and we are now going back for 2 more follow up sessions which we are finding so helpful. We now feel much more confident in sitting down in public spaces and can’t believe how focused Vinnie is on us. It’s very evident that Royvon only use positive reinforcement and have ticked every box in how we wanted our dog to be treated while in someone else’s care. A special mention to Tilly as well, she kept us updated with how Vinnie was getting on in the kennels and went above and beyond to help him settle in and gave him so much love and affection in our absence. We are so grateful to everyone at Royvon for giving us and Vinnie the skills to be able to experience a more relaxing life together and giving us the confidence we needed. Thank you!
I have a fear reactive dog and Royvon is the only kennels I would trust with him. He stays in a special kennel away from the general noise and the staff are excellent with him.
I can’t recommend Royvon highly enough. Our miniature English Bull Terrier has been boarding with them on and off for the past year, and we couldn’t be happier. He was quite a nervous dog in new situations at first, but his stays at Royvon have done absolute wonders for his confidence.
The team is incredibly kind, helpful, and accommodating. When I recently broke my foot, they arranged a last-minute stay for him so he could be properly looked after while my husband was away. They even let us pick Vincent up after hours when our flight home was severely delayed — something we were so grateful for.
We love the daily updates and photos they send, and they’re always quick to respond to WhatsApp messages or suggest services that might benefit Vincent during his stay. We always feel he’s in the safest, most caring hands.
Thank you so much, Royvon — we’re so glad we found you!
The team is incredibly kind, helpful, and accommodating. When I recently broke my foot, they arranged a last-minute stay for him so he could be properly looked after while my husband was away. They even let us pick Vincent up after hours when our flight home was severely delayed — something we were so grateful for.
We love the daily updates and photos they send, and they’re always quick to respond to WhatsApp messages or suggest services that might benefit Vincent during his stay. We always feel he’s in the safest, most caring hands.
Thank you so much, Royvon — we’re so glad we found you!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Emily, for sharing such a heartfelt review! We’re truly grateful for your kind words — reviews like yours really help other dog owners decide what’s best for their own dogs.
It’s wonderful to hear how far Vincent has come in his confidence since staying with us. Supporting dogs who can sometimes feel nervous or unsure is especially special to us at Royvon. Our team takes great pride in providing the bespoke care and understanding that helps dogs like Vincent think differently about their environment and feel more secure each visit.
Your appreciation for the team’s kindness, flexibility, and communication means the world to us. They’ll be so pleased to know their efforts — from arranging his stay when you broke your foot to staying late after your delayed flight — made a real difference to you and Vincent.
Thank you for choosing Royvon and for trusting us to care for your beloved boy. We look forward to welcoming you both back soon and continuing to help Vincent thrive with the love, commitment, and respect that guide everything we do.
With This company because my other trainers want available at the time He was sent up to Wales he came back worse than when he arrived!
I basically paid for the privilege of having him pester people and jump over people for food which he had never done before do not go here! They have no idea how to train dogs very very disappointed!
go to Michael Stokes kent trains his sniffer dogs and is amazing..
I basically paid for the privilege of having him pester people and jump over people for food which he had never done before do not go here! They have no idea how to train dogs very very disappointed!
go to Michael Stokes kent trains his sniffer dogs and is amazing..
Excellent facility with amazing staff at Bridgend. I have been boarding my Cockapoo Rusty here for that past few years. The staff go an extra mile to keep my dog very happy with extra cuddles etc. The place is much better than a home boarding or any other luxury pet hotels that I have used in the past.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Rohan, for taking the time to share your lovely feedback — it really helps other dog owners make the right choice for their own dogs. We’re so grateful that you’ve continued to trust Royvon Bridgend with Rusty over the years. Your kind words mean a lot to the whole team, who truly put their hearts into making every dog feel loved and cared for during their stay. Knowing that Rusty enjoys his cuddles and time with us is exactly what we aim for!
We really appreciate you choosing Royvon and look forward to welcoming you and Rusty back again soon. As a family business, feedback like yours helps us to keep doing more of what works well — continuing to provide that love, commitment, and respect that every dog deserves.
Great staff. .. Leanne and Iiona assisted me in last minute changes and extensions to their stay and delivered them home. Nothing but praise on their service or facilities. One of my dogs is diebetic and requires insulin 2 x a day and they handled this all in their stride.
Romeo was amazing with Cassie, He seems to be like a dog whisperer we have tried everything but we are now confident the 3 week residential might just work for our rescue English Bulldog
The most amazing place!
We have taken our puppy to Royvon since he was 12 weeks old and now 6 months. Starting with the master class at home then puppy school and 1:1’s! We have felt completely supported by everyone at Royvon, nothing ever too much trouble.
We couldn’t have asked for better care, all staff are kind, friendly and so welcoming. Our Puppy is excited as soon as he enters the Royvon premises, he knows exactly where to go and always greeted with open arms and cuddles. So great to have a safe environment to leave our puppy without having to worry about him! Thank you Royvon for all your help and ongoing support! Rocky is one happy and beautifully behaved boy!
We have taken our puppy to Royvon since he was 12 weeks old and now 6 months. Starting with the master class at home then puppy school and 1:1’s! We have felt completely supported by everyone at Royvon, nothing ever too much trouble.
We couldn’t have asked for better care, all staff are kind, friendly and so welcoming. Our Puppy is excited as soon as he enters the Royvon premises, he knows exactly where to go and always greeted with open arms and cuddles. So great to have a safe environment to leave our puppy without having to worry about him! Thank you Royvon for all your help and ongoing support! Rocky is one happy and beautifully behaved boy!
We decided to send our 3 month old Staffy, Zola, to Puppy School sessions at Royvon so he could have a mixture of training and structured socialisation at this key age. Safe to say Zola is loving his trips to Royvon to see Tils! After only a couple of sessions he’s wiggling his way out of the car to see everyone! Highly recommend the team at Royvon!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Chantelle, for sharing your experience and for trusting us with little Zola at such an important stage in his life. 🐾 Your feedback really does help other dog owners make the right decisions for their pups, and we’re so pleased to hear he’s already loving his Puppy School sessions!
Tils will be absolutely delighted to know how much Zola enjoys coming to see her – your kind words mean a lot to her personally and to the whole team. At Royvon, our values of love, commitment, and respect are at the heart of everything we do, and it’s wonderful to see that reflected in Zola’s happy wiggles!
Thank you again for choosing us as part of Zola’s journey. We look forward to seeing you both at future sessions and continuing to support him as he grows.
It was a huge and daunting decision to entrust Royvon for their three week training programme with our adorable five month-old baby shark Great Dane puppy who was bouncier than Tigger. For a smaller pup such a combination would be manageable, but at 35 kilos and growing daily, it was becoming increasingly stressful. Our boy remains a work in progress but Kelsey and Romeo have worked wonders with his excitement/ arousal levels. The improvements with his nipping and lead-walking are amazing. They sent us daily videos of both training AND cuddle sessions. He really has been loved. We also received regular feeding reports (Royvon were mindful of Bloat, and his feeding bowl was raised and he wasn’t exercised for two hours after eating) and photos from socialisation/playtime with the other dogs. Reception was caring, helpful and cheery - especially Ioana.
We have Romeo and Kelsey’s on going support and together I’m hoping we’ll help our boy become the calm gentle giant we know he can be. Ps his recall is also now excellent
We have Romeo and Kelsey’s on going support and together I’m hoping we’ll help our boy become the calm gentle giant we know he can be. Ps his recall is also now excellent
Response from the owner:Dear Harriet,
I’m so pleased that you decided to go ahead with the three-week programme, despite the understandable hesitation when the time came to hand over your then five-month-old “baby shark.” I remember our conversation and how daunting it felt to entrust such a young, powerful puppy to others. It’s never easy handing over responsibility for a family member, and I truly admire the trust you placed in us.
I knew from our chat that the work Romeo and Kelsey would do with him could be life-changing for you all, and I’m delighted to hear how much progress has been made already. They will be over the moon to read your words—it really means a lot to them personally to know they’ve helped bring calmness to such an excitable boy while still showing him so much love.
I’m also glad you mentioned Ioana at reception—she’ll be so happy that her caring and cheerful support made a difference too. Our people are what make Royvon what it is and have done for over 65 years, and your feedback reinforces that.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience so others can hear about yours and Judge’s journey with us. We look forward to continuing the support and helping him grow into the calm, gentle giant you know he can be.
With gratitude,
Darren
Our dog formed a strong bond with Romeo. He really enjoyed his time at Royvon. We’ve seen big improvements in his behaviour and Romeo has been great at helping us learn how best to keep this up. We would thoroughly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Edward, for sharing your experience and for helping other dog owners make confident decisions about what’s right for their dogs. We’re delighted to hear that your boy not only enjoyed his stay at Royvon but also built such a strong bond with Romeo. That kind of trust and connection is at the heart of our values of love, commitment, and respect, and your feedback means the world to him personally.
It’s wonderful to know you’re already seeing improvements at home, and that Romeo has been able to support you as a family in continuing the progress. That’s exactly what we aim for – lasting results and happier lives together.
We truly appreciate you choosing Royvon, and we look forward to welcoming you and your dog back again soon. Thank you once more for your kind words – they help us continue doing more of what works well for the dogs and families we support.
Our dog was well cared for, well trained, and very happy in their time at Royvon. Romeo is an excellent and communicative trainer, who we will certainly continue to work with. Daily updates, videos, photos, and comms from the whole team - strongly recommend
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Alex, for taking the time to share your experience and for helping other dog owners with your kind words. We’re delighted to hear how happy your dog was during their stay and how well supported you felt with the daily updates, photos, and communication.
Romeo will be so pleased to know his efforts have made such a positive impact—your feedback means the world to him personally. At Royvon, our values of love, commitment, and respect guide everything we do, and it’s wonderful to see that reflected in your experience.
We truly appreciate you choosing us to support your dog’s training journey and look forward to continuing to work with you both in the future. Thank you again for trusting the Royvon family—we can’t wait to welcome you back!
Very good with dogs treat them like family
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Dwaine, for sharing your kind words! 🌟 Reviews like yours really help other dog owners make the right decision for their own dogs, and we’re so grateful you chose Royvon.
Treating every dog like family is at the heart of our values of love, commitment, and respect, so it means a lot to us that you noticed this. Your feedback encourages us to keep doing more of what works well so that every dog can have the best possible experience with us.
We truly appreciate you choosing Royvon and look forward to welcoming you and your dog back again soon! 🐾💙
My Rottweiler Ciro has stayed at Royvon in Bridgend for 10 days and he absolutely loved it .I must say that the team were incredible with him and I cannot thank them enough for looking after Ciro .A truly professional service with all aspects of his stay .Once again thank you from myself and Ciro 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for taking the time to share your lovely feedback about Ciro’s stay with us. Reviews like yours really help other dog owners feel confident in making the right decision for their own dogs, and we are so grateful for that.
It means a great deal to hear that you found our team in Bridgend to be incredible and professional in every aspect of Ciro’s 10-day stay. Our values of love, commitment, and respect are at the heart of everything we do, and knowing that Ciro felt happy and cared for is the best reward for the team’s dedication. They will be so pleased to know that their efforts meant so much to both of you.
We truly appreciate you choosing Royvon for Ciro’s holiday, and we look forward to welcoming you both back again soon. Your feedback helps us continue to do more of what works well so we can keep improving as a family business.
Sending lots of love to Ciro from all of us at Royvon! ❤️
We contacted Royvon for a trial overnight stay for our nervous reactive rescue dog. We were recommended by our friends who have dogs in similar situations. When we came for quick tour, the girl was lovely and showed us around. Answered all our questions. We booked in an overnight stay.
However, closer to the time, we had to rearrange the trial boarding date. When I called to change the date, I was informed that a male handler would be looking after him on the second day. During our initial visit, we made it clear that Buddy is a nervous reactive rescue dog and we would prefer a female handler as he is scared of men he's not met before. We were reassured at the time that there would be two female handlers covering the two days due to the shift pattern, which we were comfortable with on the understanding that both handlers would be female.
I was therefore quite disappointed that one of the handlers were changed to a male and this was not highlighted to us. Had I not called to reschedule, I would only have found out at pick-up time that a male handler had been assigned. The women I was on the phone didn't ask my reasons for cancelling. I wanted to highlight my concerns and reasons for cancelling. Which she told me I don't have much choice, it's either this male handler or no one to look after my dog. She also mentioned they look after a lot of dogs at Royvon so can't remember all the details and there was nothing on the file our dog was scared of men. I thought this is quite bad as our dog could of bite one of the male staff if our bites. After the phone call, we don't feel we have confidence or able to trust Royvon to look after our dog.
However, closer to the time, we had to rearrange the trial boarding date. When I called to change the date, I was informed that a male handler would be looking after him on the second day. During our initial visit, we made it clear that Buddy is a nervous reactive rescue dog and we would prefer a female handler as he is scared of men he's not met before. We were reassured at the time that there would be two female handlers covering the two days due to the shift pattern, which we were comfortable with on the understanding that both handlers would be female.
I was therefore quite disappointed that one of the handlers were changed to a male and this was not highlighted to us. Had I not called to reschedule, I would only have found out at pick-up time that a male handler had been assigned. The women I was on the phone didn't ask my reasons for cancelling. I wanted to highlight my concerns and reasons for cancelling. Which she told me I don't have much choice, it's either this male handler or no one to look after my dog. She also mentioned they look after a lot of dogs at Royvon so can't remember all the details and there was nothing on the file our dog was scared of men. I thought this is quite bad as our dog could of bite one of the male staff if our bites. After the phone call, we don't feel we have confidence or able to trust Royvon to look after our dog.
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. At Royvon, we truly value all reviews as they help dog owners make informed decisions and help us improve the way we support families like yours.
We are very sorry to hear that you felt disappointed and lost confidence in our ability to care for Buddy. Supporting anxious and reactive dogs is a very special part of what we do at Royvon, and our team is trained to provide the bespoke support these dogs need in order to feel safe and think differently about their environment. We never take lightly the trust that owners place in us.
In this case, the need to change your original booking date unfortunately meant that the team available on the new date was different. While we always try to accommodate specific requests, we do have both male and female staff across our teams, and on that day no female handler with the right level of confidence-stay training was available. We completely understand why you felt concerned, but we want to reassure you that safety is always our top priority. Every member of our team, regardless of gender, is trained to support anxious and reactive dogs safely and compassionately.
We do appreciate you highlighting your concerns, as they remind us of the importance of double-checking records and communicating clearly with owners about staff availability when changes are made. We will continue to improve our processes so that future experiences are clearer and more reassuring for owners in your position.
We’re sorry that your experience on this occasion did not reflect the love, commitment, and respect we aim to show every dog and owner who chooses Royvon.
We have returned from collecting our 10 ‘month old German shepherd Barry who has been with the team at Royvon for a 3 week residential to help with his reactivity. Charlie and the team have worked so well with him and following on from our handover session we feel so much more equipped to build on what he has learnt . We are looking forwards to returning for our follow ups and even though it’s a 4 hour round trip it’s been worth every penny and mile . I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Royvon .
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're so grateful for your kind words and thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Barry’s 3-week residential stay at Royvon. It’s fantastic to know that Charlie and the team’s dedication and hard work have helped Barry with his reactivity and that you’re feeling confident and equipped to continue building on his progress.
Your commitment to Barry’s development, even with a 4-hour round trip, is truly inspiring, and it means the world to us that you found the journey worthwhile. We’re so excited to welcome you back for your follow-up sessions and continue supporting you and Barry on this journey.
Thank you for recommending Royvon – your feedback not only encourages us but also helps other dog owners make informed decisions for their own dogs. We’re always striving to improve and deliver the best possible care, so knowing we’ve made a difference for you and Barry makes it all worthwhile.
We appreciate you choosing Royvon and look forward to seeing you both again soon!
Our Border Collie Grace has spent some "holidays" in Royvon over the summer and was very well looked after; she also had training sessions with Romeo; we also recently met Romeo to introduce Grace to a new family addition, my daughter's Canadian Husky Coco. Romeo's calm and confident guidance made this first encounter entirely successful and gave us the confidence to build on this great start. Romeo is brilliant and we will be back for more!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Isabelle, for taking the time to share your lovely review. Feedback like yours is so valuable in helping other dog owners decide what is right for their own dogs, and we are so grateful you chose Royvon for Grace’s “holidays.”
It’s wonderful to hear how well she settled with us and how Romeo’s training sessions have supported both Grace and Coco in starting their relationship positively. Your kind words will mean a lot to Romeo personally — his calm, confident approach reflects the values of love, commitment, and respect that we hold dear at Royvon.
We’re delighted that you feel reassured and confident moving forward, and we can’t wait to welcome you, Grace, and Coco back again soon. As a family business, we are always looking to improve by doing more of what works well, and your feedback helps us to continue offering the best bespoke support we can. Thank you again for trusting us with your dogs’ care and training.
The team at Royvon have been really great with Neptune our anxious dog who can be reactive to other dogs and people. We needed somewhere for him to stay while we went to a wedding and were worried because of his behaviour issues. We worked with the team and did some training and day school sessions to get him more used to the environment and people and this has really helped him feel more comfortable at royvon. When he stayed for the weekend we were sent regular updates with photos and videos. It was so reassuring to see him going out for walks with Romeo and knowing he was in safe hands! Thanks to Romeo, Kelsey, Tilly and the wider team at Royvon we can go away and know that Neptune is safe and well cared for.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Emily, for taking the time to share your experience with Neptune’s stay. Reviews like yours really help other dog owners make the best decisions for their own dogs, and we’re so grateful for your kind words.
Supporting dogs who are sometimes anxious is especially close to our hearts at Royvon, as we know how limited the skills and knowledge can be in helping dogs with these individual needs. Our team are dedicated to providing the bespoke support each dog requires, and it’s wonderful to hear how the training and day school sessions helped Neptune feel more at ease in his environment.
Your mention of Romeo, Kelsey, Tilly, and the wider team will mean a lot to them personally. They put so much love, commitment, and respect into their work, and it’s great to know that their care made you feel reassured, especially around such a special occasion like your family wedding.
We truly appreciate you choosing Royvon, and we look forward to welcoming you and Neptune back again in the future. Your feedback helps us as a family business to keep doing more of what works so well.
We sent our dog to Royvon for the 3-week behavioural programme as she was highly anxious and in need of strategies to help her to regulate. The grounds are secure and secluded, with nearby woodlands and parks as well as activity areas on-site to enable a variety of settings for training. Romeo and Kelsey were extremely helpful, reassuring and approachable, and looked after our dog superbly. We appreciated the videos and photos via a WhatsApp group and daily report via email. We also really valued the 4 hours worth of follow-up sessions to consolidate what our dog had learnt and ensure we were implementing everything correctly. Our dog is much calmer, more confident and causing us a lot less stress now thanks to Royvon, so I'd highly recommend their services!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Jack, for taking the time to share your experience and for helping other dog owners make informed decisions about what’s right for their own dogs.
Supporting dogs who are sometimes anxious is especially special to us at Royvon, as we know how limited the skills and knowledge can be when it comes to providing the bespoke support that these individual dogs need. It means a lot to hear that Romeo and Kelsey were able to reassure you and provide the right level of love, commitment, and respect to help your dog feel safe and cared for during her stay. They’ll be so pleased to know that their efforts made such a difference.
We’re delighted that the 3-week behavioural programme, along with the follow-up sessions, has left your dog calmer, more confident, and bringing more joy at home. That’s exactly what we hope for each family we support.
Thank you for choosing Royvon—we really appreciate your trust, and we look forward to welcoming you and your girl back again soon. Your feedback helps us keep improving by doing more of what works so well.
Our dog Moose had a great stay at Royvon being looked after by Romeo and the team. He is reactive and normally struggles with strangers but Romeo did a great job working with him to help make him feel comfortable. We did training sessions before the boarding which worked really well to get Moose used to the kennels and Romeo. While away, we received very regular updates showing Moose was happy and relaxed which helped us relax and enjoy our holiday. Thanks very much for all the help!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Jack, for taking the time to share your experience and for helping other dog owners make decisions about what’s right for their own dogs. We’re delighted to hear how well Moose settled in with us. Supporting dogs who can be reactive or a little anxious is especially close to our hearts at Royvon, and it means a lot to know that Romeo’s care and patience helped Moose feel safe and comfortable.
Romeo will be thrilled to hear your kind words—feedback like yours makes a real difference to him personally and to the whole team. The training sessions beforehand are such an important step, and we’re so pleased they gave Moose the confidence he needed to relax during his stay.
We’re very grateful you chose Royvon and trusted us to care for Moose while you enjoyed your holiday. We look forward to welcoming you both back again soon. Your feedback helps us continue to grow as a family business—doing more of what works well and always improving the way we care for dogs with love, commitment, and respect.
Had a great experience with Anna the dog trainer for Bridgend Royvon. I am looking forward to many more days learning together.
Thanks
Sha
Thanks
Sha
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Sha, for sharing your lovely review! 🌟
We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience at Royvon Bridgend. Your feedback means a lot to all of us as we continue to build on our values of love, commitment, and respect in every interaction with dogs and their families.
We truly appreciate you choosing Royvon and can’t wait to welcome you and your dog back for many more days of learning, fun, and progress together. Your encouragement helps us as a family business to keep doing more of what works best.
See you both again soon! 🐾
We picked our dog up today after 11 days boarding at Royvon Esher and I think he has the holiday blues..!! Tilly was amazing and kept us updated regularly via WhatsApp with lots of videos and photos. Highly recommend especially if you’re an XL Bully owner.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your lovely review and for sharing your experience — it really does help other dog owners decide what’s right for their own dog. 🐾
We’re delighted to hear your XL Bully had such a great stay (even if he’s now missing his Royvon “holiday” friends!). Tilly will be thrilled to know her updates, videos, and photos made such a difference to your peace of mind — feedback like this means a lot to her personally and to all of us here.
At Royvon, our values of love, commitment, and respect guide everything we do, and we’re so glad you felt that throughout your dog’s stay. Thank you for choosing us to care for him, and we can’t wait to welcome you both back for his next holiday!
We’ll keep doing more of what works well, like regular, personal updates, so every owner feels as connected as you did. 💛
Charlie was very helpful and patient.
Our Border Collie, Coby, often would chase cars, wildlife, etc. With her guidance, Coby is a lot better.
Thank you Charlie for all your support and encouragement.
Our Border Collie, Coby, often would chase cars, wildlife, etc. With her guidance, Coby is a lot better.
Thank you Charlie for all your support and encouragement.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Leo, for taking the time to leave this lovely review—it truly means a lot to us as a family business. Every review helps other dog owners make informed decisions about what’s right for their own dogs, and we're so grateful for your support.
We’re absolutely thrilled to hear about the progress Coby has made with Charlie’s help! Supporting dogs like Coby who have strong chase instincts requires love, commitment, and respect—values that guide everything we do at Royvon. Your kind words will mean a great deal to Charlie personally, and we’ll make sure she sees your message of appreciation.
Thank you for choosing Royvon to support Coby’s journey. We look forward to welcoming you both back soon and continuing to build on his success. Your feedback helps us to keep improving—doing more of what works well so we can serve every family, and every dog, even better.
I brought my anxious rescue dog to Rovyon for training, and was assigned Romeo to work with her. He is very knowledgeable and uses kind and positive reinforcement to achieve good results. I have been impressed with every aspect of boarding and training.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Helen, for taking the time to share your experience—it really helps other dog owners make the right decision for their own dogs.
Supporting anxious rescue dogs is especially close to our hearts at Royvon. We know just how limited support can be for these individual needs, so it's incredibly meaningful to hear that Romeo’s kind and knowledgeable approach made such a difference for your girl. Our team is trained to offer bespoke care, helping dogs like yours build new confidence and see the world differently.
Your feedback means a great deal to Romeo and the whole team, and we're so pleased to know you felt impressed by every part of the experience. Thank you for choosing Royvon—we truly appreciate your trust, and we look forward to welcoming you both back again soon.
As a family-run business, we're always striving to do more of what works well, and your review helps guide us in the right direction. With love, commitment, and respect—always.
Our battersea dog has some other dog reactivity issues which causes problems going out on walks.. Upon arrival all staff were friendly and engaging,obviously all knowledgable and dog lovers. Wonderful facilities.had such a positive experience with Romeo..he put our dog through their paces, understood her needs and really helped the dog and me find a way to get through the reactivity. Wil definitely be a regular for training sessions.thanks
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely review—it means a great deal to us and to other dog owners who are trying to make the best decision for their own dogs.
Supporting dogs with reactivity, especially those from rescue backgrounds like your Battersea girl, is something especially close to our hearts at Royvon. It takes love, commitment, and respect to truly understand each dog's individual needs, and it's wonderful to hear that Romeo was able to provide that for you both. He’ll be thrilled to know his support made such a positive difference!
We’re so grateful you chose Royvon, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for more training sessions. Your feedback helps us to keep doing more of what works well, and as a family business, that means everything to us.
See you both again soon!
We’ve got a nervous and reactive dog so we’re very apprehensive to board her but for reason outside our control we have too. We’ve avoided holidays and family events because of not being able to leave her with anyone. We’ve avoided holidays dropped our dog off for her confidence stay and by the afternoon she was giving the kisses out in abundance to Tilly (the trainer). Honestly, could not have been happier, the people there are all accommodating!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Ben, for taking the time to share your experience—it means the world to us, and helps other dog owners make informed decisions about what’s right for their own dogs.
Supporting dogs who are sometimes anxious or reactive is especially close to our hearts at Royvon. We know how hard it can be to trust someone with your beloved dog when their needs are more complex. That's why we’re so glad to hear that your girl felt comfortable enough to show affection so soon—and we’re thrilled that Tilly was able to help her feel safe and understood. Your kind words will mean a lot to her personally, as she puts so much love, commitment, and respect into every dog she works with.
Thank you for choosing Royvon for her Confidence Stay—we truly hope this is the start of many more family events and holidays for you. We look forward to welcoming you both again soon, and we’ll continue doing more of what works so that every dog in our care can thrive, whatever their needs.
Five stars from us and from Mabel and Albie!
From point of enquiry about boarding for our two dogs Mabel and Albie, the communication from the team has been amazing and so helpful. It was an easy booking process and I loved that we could make the stay as bespoke as we wanted to suit our dogs best, enabling them to follow a similar routine to when they are at home.
This is the first time we have left our dogs but would not hesitate to use Royvon again. Every member of staff we met showed their passion for working with dogs and were true experts. We collected our dogs yesterday after a 10 day stay and it was evident they had been so well cared for. We loved the updates whilst we were away, ranging from photos to written reports which were so reassuring. It was also clear that they really got to know Mabel and Albie as their observations and comments were spot on, also showing that both dogs were relaxed and settled in the boarding environment and with the staff that cared for them. A special thank you to Millie and Sofia who were both amazing and spent a lot of time with them. Mabel and Albie send kisses!
We would not hesitate to recommend and are already looking forward to booking them in again.
The Hooper family.
From point of enquiry about boarding for our two dogs Mabel and Albie, the communication from the team has been amazing and so helpful. It was an easy booking process and I loved that we could make the stay as bespoke as we wanted to suit our dogs best, enabling them to follow a similar routine to when they are at home.
This is the first time we have left our dogs but would not hesitate to use Royvon again. Every member of staff we met showed their passion for working with dogs and were true experts. We collected our dogs yesterday after a 10 day stay and it was evident they had been so well cared for. We loved the updates whilst we were away, ranging from photos to written reports which were so reassuring. It was also clear that they really got to know Mabel and Albie as their observations and comments were spot on, also showing that both dogs were relaxed and settled in the boarding environment and with the staff that cared for them. A special thank you to Millie and Sofia who were both amazing and spent a lot of time with them. Mabel and Albie send kisses!
We would not hesitate to recommend and are already looking forward to booking them in again.
The Hooper family.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, George, for your incredibly kind words! 🐾 It means the world to us to know that you felt confident and supported throughout Mabel and Albie’s first stay. We understand how big a step it is to leave your dogs for the first time, so hearing that our team helped make that experience smooth and reassuring is exactly what we strive for.
Millie and Sofia will be absolutely thrilled to hear your praise — they loved spending time with Mabel and Albie and getting to know their sweet personalities. We can’t wait to welcome them back again soon for more tail wags and cuddles! 💕
Thank you again from all of us at Royvon!
— The Royvon Team 🐶✨
Great experience in my first time booking with Royvon. Good communication and excellent care of my two dogs. They enjoyed it! We will be back.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Charlotte, for your kind review and for taking the time to share your experience—your feedback truly helps other dog owners make the best decisions for their own dogs.
We're so pleased to hear that your first visit to Royvon was a great one, and that your two dogs enjoyed their stay! Knowing they were well cared for and happy means the world to our team. At Royvon, everything we do is grounded in our values of love, commitment, and respect, and it's wonderful to hear that came through in your experience.
We’re grateful you chose us, and we can’t wait to welcome you and your dogs back again soon. As a family business, we’re always working to improve, doing more of what works well—like the good communication and care you mentioned—so your feedback really helps us continue to grow. See you next time! 🐾
Romeo was great at handling Monty! I will definitely be coming back!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, George, for taking the time to leave a review — it really helps other dog owners decide what’s best for their own dogs.
We're thrilled to hear that Romeo made such a positive impression while working with Monty! Your kind words will mean a lot to him personally — he puts so much love, commitment, and respect into every interaction, so it’s lovely to see that recognised.
Thank you again for choosing Royvon. We can’t wait to welcome you and Monty back soon! Your feedback helps us continue to do more of what works well, and we’re always striving to improve as a family business.
We booked our dog in here for a few nights and had a great experience. Place is well managed and the staff are great.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Steve, for taking the time to share your experience — every review really does help other dog owners make informed decisions about what’s right for their dog.
We’re delighted to hear that your dog’s stay with us was a great one! At Royvon, we pride ourselves on offering a well-managed, loving environment where our teams are committed to showing every dog the respect and individual care they deserve. Your kind words mean a great deal to the whole team, and we’re so pleased to know their efforts stood out to you.
Thank you again for choosing Royvon — we truly appreciate it and look forward to welcoming you and your dog back again soon. Your feedback helps us continue doing more of what works well as we strive to provide the very best service in everything we do.
The whole experience was made so nice for us .
The staff were brilliant ( Millie especially)
My shepherd ( Easy ) was looked after so well on his “ confidence “ stay .
I was updated regularly.
We will be booking another stay soon .
A very professional, efficient ,
knowledgeable & friendly set up .
I highly recommend a visit .
Thanks very much everyone at Royvon
Nick & Easy 🐾
The staff were brilliant ( Millie especially)
My shepherd ( Easy ) was looked after so well on his “ confidence “ stay .
I was updated regularly.
We will be booking another stay soon .
A very professional, efficient ,
knowledgeable & friendly set up .
I highly recommend a visit .
Thanks very much everyone at Royvon
Nick & Easy 🐾
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Nick, for taking the time to share your experience – reviews like yours are truly invaluable in helping other dog owners make the right choice for their own dogs.
We’re especially grateful you chose Royvon for Easy’s Confidence Stay. Supporting dogs who are sometimes anxious is especially close to our hearts. We understand how limited the available support can be, which is why our team is so passionate about providing the bespoke care each dog needs to build confidence and see the world differently.
Your kind words about Millie will mean the world to her – she brings love, commitment, and respect to everything she does, and it’s always lovely to see that shine through in feedback from our families.
We’re delighted to hear you felt informed and reassured throughout Easy’s stay, and we’re very much looking forward to welcoming you both back again soon. As a family business, we’re always looking to improve by doing more of what works well, so your feedback helps us grow in the right direction.
With thanks from all of us at Royvon,
🐾 The Royvon Team
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Tom, for taking the time to leave us a review — especially as such an experienced Local Guide! Every review helps fellow dog owners make informed decisions about what’s right for their dog, and we’re truly grateful you chose Royvon.
Your feedback means a great deal to our whole team, who are committed to showing love, commitment, and respect in all we do. As a family business, we’re always looking to improve by doing more of what works well, so your comments really help shape our service.
We hope to welcome you and your dog back again soon!
We are so grateful to have found Royvon and the team! They have been fantastic caring for Henry on his recent short stays to get him settled and happy for his 2 week holiday at Royvon. All the staff from the receptionist to the dog handlers have been so patient and amazing with Henry and his character. Can’t thank them enough, it has enabled us to go away and relax knowing he is well cared for and understood. Especially for Tilly who has primarily been Henry’s handler and takes the time with him. Thanks!
Response from the owner:Hi Francesca,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that Henry’s first Playday at Royvon was such a positive experience for both him and you. Our team truly values taking the time to get to know each dog’s unique character, and it means the world to us to hear that you felt supported and reassured.
We appreciate you trusting us with Henry’s care, and we can’t wait to welcome him back for more fun and his upcoming stay! Your kind words really make a difference to our team, and we’ll be sure to share them with everyone who helped make Henry’s visit special.
See you both again soon!
Best wishes,
The Royvon Team 🐶💙
Great facility and the people working there know what they're doing. It's been a pleasure working with Royvon on our 2-week residential training. Especially Romeo. Highly recommended
Response from the owner:Hi Stewart,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review — it really helps other dog owners make the right choice for their own dogs. We’re so pleased to hear you’ve had a great experience with our team and facilities during your dog’s 2-week residential training. It means a lot to Romeo personally to know you appreciated his expertise and commitment, as our whole team is passionate about delivering the very best in line with our values of love, respect, and commitment.
Thank you again for choosing Royvon — we truly appreciate your trust, and we look forward to welcoming you and your dog back in the future. We’re always working to improve by doing more of what works well, so your feedback supports us greatly as a family business.
Warm wishes,
The Royvon Team
We couldn’t have been happier with our first experience at Royvon. Our spaniel Riley is reactive and anxious and the entire staff and setup were so reassuring and impressive from the moment we arrived for his Confidence Stay. Huge special thanks to Tilly who looked after Riley on his first day, shared photos and a video with us of his progress and clearly spent real time building a bond with him and giving him the space and patience to adjust to the new environment.
It has been very difficult for us to leave Riley in anybody else’s care because he requires experience and a controlled environment and we were blown away by how intuitively and confidently the team at Royvon took care of him and put our minds at ease. Millie who checked Riley out was fantastic too and had spent extra time with him that morning, and everybody we met on site was so responsive, kind and professional. It is life changing to know there is a place we can trust with a tricky but beloved dog, and we are looking forward to Riley building strong relationships with the team there. Thank you Tilly, Millie and all at Royvon!
It has been very difficult for us to leave Riley in anybody else’s care because he requires experience and a controlled environment and we were blown away by how intuitively and confidently the team at Royvon took care of him and put our minds at ease. Millie who checked Riley out was fantastic too and had spent extra time with him that morning, and everybody we met on site was so responsive, kind and professional. It is life changing to know there is a place we can trust with a tricky but beloved dog, and we are looking forward to Riley building strong relationships with the team there. Thank you Tilly, Millie and all at Royvon!
Response from the owner:Dear Emma,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this wonderful review — it truly helps other dog owners make the best decisions for their own dogs. Supporting dogs who are sometimes anxious, like Riley, is especially close to our hearts at Royvon. We understand how limited the skills and knowledge can be to help dogs with these individual needs, which is why our team is dedicated to providing the bespoke support they deserve so they can think differently about their environment.
Your kind words about Tilly and Millie will mean the world to them personally. They are both deeply committed to Royvon’s values of love, commitment, and respect, and your feedback will make them so proud to know their efforts gave you such confidence and peace of mind. It’s incredibly rewarding for our team to hear how much their care and patience has meant to Riley and to your family.
We’re grateful you chose Royvon and look forward to welcoming you and Riley back again soon. As a family business, we are always striving to do more of what works well and less of what doesn’t, so your feedback is invaluable in helping us continue to improve.
Warmest regards,
The Royvon Team
Our German Shepherd, Sisu, has stayed at Royvon (Esher) well over 10 times now and every single visit has been a fantastic experience for her and for us.
Sisu absolutely loves it at Royvon and gets excited every time we pull into the car park!
From the moment we drop her off, we know she’s in great hands. The staff are professional, caring and clearly passionate about what they do.
Sisu always comes home happy, healthy and tired after enjoying days packed with play, training and love from the team :).
It gives us total peace of mind knowing she’s getting great care and we never hesitate to book her into Royvon when we’re going away.
We highly recommend Royvon!
Sisu absolutely loves it at Royvon and gets excited every time we pull into the car park!
From the moment we drop her off, we know she’s in great hands. The staff are professional, caring and clearly passionate about what they do.
Sisu always comes home happy, healthy and tired after enjoying days packed with play, training and love from the team :).
It gives us total peace of mind knowing she’s getting great care and we never hesitate to book her into Royvon when we’re going away.
We highly recommend Royvon!
Response from the owner:Dear Mark,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a glowing review – it truly means a lot to all of us at Royvon Esher. Hearing that Sisu has stayed with us over ten times and still gets excited every time she arrives is the greatest compliment we could receive!
Your kind words not only reassure other dog owners as they make important decisions for their pets, but they also reflect the values we hold dear: love, commitment, and respect for every dog in our care. Knowing that Sisu goes home happy, healthy, and tired from a well-balanced mix of play, training, and affection fills our hearts – that’s exactly the kind of experience we strive to deliver.
The team will be absolutely thrilled to hear your feedback. Their dedication and passion for what they do are at the core of Sisu’s positive experiences, and your appreciation will mean so much to them personally.
Thank you for continuing to choose Royvon as Sisu’s home-away-from-home. We can’t wait to welcome you both back again soon. As a family-run business, we’re always looking to do more of what works well, and your review helps guide us on that journey.
With warmest thanks,
The Royvon Team 🐾
We dropped our dog reactivish River for confidence stay. Millie and Ionnna did tremendous work while checking her in and out. River is usual drama queen when she is away from us. She had a lot of fun and she was quite happy when I picked her up. She usually run towards the car to leave quickly. Instead she chose to stay and keep sniffing around.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Muzaffer, for taking the time to share your experience—reviews like yours are incredibly helpful to other dog owners looking for the right support for their dogs.
We're delighted to hear how well River did during her Confidence Stay. Supporting dogs like River—who might be a bit reactive or anxious when away from their family—is especially meaningful to us at Royvon. We know how limited the general understanding can be when it comes to helping dogs with individual needs, so we’re committed to offering the bespoke care that helps them feel differently and more positively about their environment.
Millie and Ioanna will be thrilled to know that their care made such a difference. Your kind words mean the world to them—and to all of us—as we pride ourselves on working with love, commitment, and respect for every dog in our care.
Thank you for choosing Royvon for River’s stay. We look forward to seeing you both again soon, and continuing to do more of what works well to support dogs like River even better.
Molly enjoyed her long stay very much. She can’t wait to go back!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Covington, for taking the time to leave us a review—it really helps other dog owners decide what’s best for their own dogs, so we’re truly grateful.
We’re thrilled to hear that Molly enjoyed her long stay! It means the world to our team to know she felt happy and at home with us, and we can't wait to welcome her back. Feedback like yours encourages us to keep doing more of what works well and continue improving our service for every dog and family we support.
Thank you again for choosing Royvon—see you and Molly again soon! 🐾💙
I decided to send my dog Buddy to Royvon for a 3 week residential course after reading several favourable reviews plus it was only a 30 min drive from my home. I adopted Buddy from the RSPCA. When I got him he was very reactive when on the lead due to the fact that once he left his home after 8 weeks he then spent about 8/9 months kept in a shed in a cage. He had never been socialised and seeing other dogs was freaking him out. Romeo, one of the trainers at Royvon, was certain that he would benefit from the course and said it was not aggression but frustration ...he was not wrong. Buddy is a much calmer dog when he sees other dogs, no more barking & jumping around like a lunatic. It means I can now take him to places we were not able to go to before. Watching Romeo, on the videos that we got sent daily, you can tell heclearly knows his job and is so calm in his approach to training. I would definitely recommend Royvon and in particular Romeo if you have a reactive dog. Since Buddy has returned home I have been on 2 one to ones with Romeo which are included in the cost with another booked in this week. Buddy is still a work in progress and Romeo has shown me techniques which I can carry forward with Buddy's ongoing training. In my view it was money well spent and I am looking forward to our holiday in Cornwall next month as now it won't be so stressful.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for sharing your experience, it truly means the world to us and to other dog owners looking to make the right choice for their dogs.
Buddy’s journey is one that really touches our hearts. Supporting dogs like him, who may feel anxious or reactive due to their early life experiences, is especially meaningful to us at Royvon. We know how few places are truly equipped to help in these cases, and it's our commitment, love, and respect for dogs that drives our team to provide that bespoke support that can change a dog’s whole view of the world.
Romeo will be absolutely delighted to read your kind words — your feedback will mean a lot to him personally. His calm, experienced approach and passion for helping reactive dogs really shines through, and we’re so proud of the progress you and Buddy have made together. We’re also glad the videos were reassuring and helpful — we know how important it is to stay connected during training.
We’re honoured you chose Royvon for Buddy’s transformation, and we look forward to welcoming you both back for more one-to-ones. Your continued commitment to Buddy’s journey is inspiring, and we hope your upcoming holiday in Cornwall is full of stress-free adventures and special moments together.
As a family business, we’re always striving to improve — doing more of what truly helps dogs and their owners, just like in your story. Thank you again for helping us grow.
The welcome from the staff upon arrival is as friendly as a dog wagging its tail at you. The checkin left me feeling confident that I was leaving my dog in good hands. The regular updates throughout my holiday created certainty and trust. When I returned to pick up my dog I couldn’t believe that she didn’t actually want to leave. I have never ever had that experience before.
I can now go on holiday knowing that my dog will be having a great time too.
I can now go on holiday knowing that my dog will be having a great time too.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Kevin, for your wonderful review—it means the world to us! Reviews like yours truly help other dog owners feel confident in choosing what’s right for their own dog, and we’re so grateful you took the time to share your experience.
We’re thrilled to hear that from the warm welcome to the regular updates, everything left you feeling reassured. At Royvon, our values of love, commitment, and respect guide everything we do, and it’s especially rewarding to know that Robyn felt so happy and at home she didn’t want to leave—that’s the highest compliment we could receive!
Supporting dogs in feeling safe, loved, and understood during their stay is what drives us every day, and your feedback helps us continue to improve by doing more of what works well.
We can’t wait to welcome Robyn back to Royvon very soon. Thank you again for choosing us—we truly appreciate it!
Our dog has gone to the Esher boarding for the last 5 years.He is not an easy dog,but he loves it there
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Prafula, for taking the time to leave a review—it means a great deal to us and to other dog owners who are making important decisions for their own dogs.
We’re truly honoured that your dog has been coming to Royvon Esher for five years. The fact that he isn’t the easiest dog and yet loves it here is especially meaningful to us. Supporting dogs with individual needs is something we care deeply about. Our team is experienced in offering the bespoke support that helps dogs think differently about their environment, and your feedback reassures us that our approach is working.
Your trust in Royvon over the years is a reflection of the love, commitment, and respect that we aim to show every dog in our care. Thank you for choosing us—we look forward to welcoming you both again soon!
As a family business, we’re always looking to improve our service by doing more of what works well, and your feedback really helps guide us on that journey.
Royvon Play Days FAQ’s
What if my dog has special needs?
Every dog is a unique blend of their genetics, character, environment, history and family. Our expert staff have various specialisms to help dogs of all personalities – from energetic working dogs to distracted puppies, confident dogs that don’t always have their ears switched on to those who might suffer from anxiety or fear and be reactive as a result.
The training sessions are set around your goals so the aims and outcomes are personalised for the needs of you and your dog.
What if my dog has specific dietary or medical needs?
When you register your dog, you will be required to fill in any information such as this before your dog arrives for the first time so that the care team know exactly what is needed and when. This all goes on your dog’s digital record at Royvon. Please ensure that any medicines or food needed for their stay are brought with you and taken home each time.
How do you ensure the dogs get along?
Not all dogs feel the same about socialising and playing with other dogs and many dogs are selectively social, meaning they have preferences of size, personality and play style. Dogs are carefully selected for our small groups, taking into consideration their individual preferences to ensure all the dogs feel comfortable and enjoy themselves.
Will my dog be safe during playtime with other dogs?
Dogs are not left unattended during play sessions. Dogs that are not suited to group play are entertained with other stimulating activities and when certain dogs just don’t hit it off, we can rearrange the groups to find them more suitable companions.
How do I track my dog’s activities?
Photos and video clips will be taken throughout your dog’s day so you can see how much fun they’re having! Monthly reports will keep you up-to- date with your dog’s activities, with the schedule changing each month to keep things varied.
Can I visit or observe a session before enrolling my dog in Play days?
We offer site tours to see our facilities and introduce your dog to our spaces. Alternatively, booking and assessment will give you a chance to spend one-on-one time with one of our trainers and discuss what services would be best suited for your dog.
What if my dog is nervous around new environments?
We are used to looking after dogs of all personalities, including those who feel anxious in some environments or situations. As with all of the services at Royvon, we suggest small steps to help dogs who feel like this adjust. This might start with a site tour or an assessment so that they can start to build a connection with our team, if you would like to discuss your dog’s specific needs you can email us or send a WhatsApp.
