Welcome to Best Friends Dog School, where we’re dedicated to delivering care that makes tails wag with happiness. As a licensed Dog Facility, we prioritise tailoring our services to meet your cherished furry family member’s unique needs, from indulgent Holiday Stays and engaging Doggy Day Care to our specialised Board & Train programs. Each offering is meticulously designed with one objective in focus: ensuring the utmost happiness comfort and well-being of your beloved canine companion.
Wanda’s impressive background as a former Detection Dog Instructor has equipped her with exceptional skills and a deep understanding of canine care and learning.
Now, we’re fortunate to have her as our acting kennel master, where her kind and friendly nature shines through in every aspect of her work. Wanda’s meticulous attention to detail and her love for continuous learning keep her on the cutting edge of new training techniques, ensuring the best care for every dog in our facility.
Meet Johan and Talitha, the passionate owners behind our dog school. Johan brings his expertise in facility design and management, ensuring that every aspect of our space is perfectly suited to our canine clients’ needs. His hands-on approach means you’ll often see him refining and improving the facility, always with an eye toward creating the best environment for our dogs. Talitha, with her extensive background in international working dog projects, has a wealth of experience in ensuring both the dogs’ training and welfare are exceptional. Her work has involved pairing handlers with their canine partners and overseeing top-tier training programs. Talitha’s deep understanding of dog behavior is complemented by her participation in numerous international canine training programs and seminars, making her a true expert in the field.
Together, Johan and Talitha’s dedication and passion drive our mission to strengthen the bond between people and their best friends. Their combined expertise ensures that our dog school is a place where all parties dogs and their owners and the team can thrive.
Meet Nellie, the glue that helps keep everything running smoothly here at Best Friends Dog School! Lovingly dubbed our “Overwatch Extraordinaire”, Nellie has a knack for seeing the bigger picture while also handling the smallest details.
Whether it’s stepping in where an extra hand is needed, keeping us focused on tasks, or turning to-do lists into ta-da moments, Nellie ensures the team stays happy and on track.
Her cheerful spirit and keen organisational skills have already made her an invaluable part of the family. With Nellie on board, we’re more organised, efficient, and ready to give your furry friends the best care possible!
Uncle Sam and Boetie are our invaluable maintenance team members who play a crucial role in keeping our facility in top shape.
You’ll often spot them around, diligently ensuring that every aspect of our space is well-maintained. From cleaning and refilling water bowls to mowing the grass and repairing fences, they take pride in their work. Whether it’s fixing a peeling spot or keeping the grounds and building neat and beautiful,
Uncle Sam and Boetie’s attention to detail ensures that our environment remains welcoming and comfortable for both our furry friends and their owners.
At Best Friends Dog School, caring for your dog is more than just a job – it’s a full-time commitment. As one of Gauteng’s premier dog boarding facilities, we offer professional care. Your dog will enjoy supervised social activities, daily exercise, and a safe, secure environment at all times. We provide personalised, one-on-one attention every day, and our experienced staff work hard to ensure your dog’s health and well-being.
A safe, secure environment for your dog to enjoy the company of other besties and practise their social skills under constant supervision. Your dog will enjoy loads of toys, play equipment and games, plus one-on-one time with our staff (which means socialising with new humans), and of course, the comfort of cuddles. There’s no chance your dog will get bored with so much to do!
Caring for dogs is what we enjoy the most. Sometimes it’s hard work, but we love every minute spent with our canine friends. We enjoy getting to know your dog’s unique personality, and they appreciate being in a familiar dog care facility, where they know they will be entertained and well looked after.
Our staff are our greatest asset. You may like to meet us? We will care for your dog as if they are our own.
