Dog Daycare & Kennel Flooring

Options for Dog Daycare Flooring

Whether you run a dog daycare facility or need a safe place for your favorite pup to rest at home, finding the right dog daycare flooring is a must. Just like you may have sore knees and hips after working, lying, or sitting on concrete floors for an extended period of time, dogs can experience the same problems. Dog kennel flooring from Greatmats goes over the top of concrete or similar materials to provide cushioning and comfort while remaining easy to clean.

The right doggy daycare flooring also protects the animals and handlers during training, running, agility, and free play time. At Greatmats, we carry many different materials, helping you find the perfect solution for durability, ease of cleaning, style, and functionality. Give man’s best friend the most comfortable space for play time, feeding time … and the always-important nap time.

Options for Dog Kennel Flooring

Several dog daycare flooring materials will yield the desired results.

Rubber Flooring

Rubber rolls provide maximum coverage for a reasonable price at a large facility or home area. Rubber tiles are also available that simplify the installation process. Rubber is durable, cushioned, and offers maximum traction.

Interlocking Tiles

Interlocking tiles are available in foam, PVC plastic, and rubber. They cost a little more than rubber rolls, but they’re easier to install for one person, as they don’t always require glue. If one piece suffers damage, just replace it.

Perforated Drainage Tiles

For outdoor use or to prevent urine and spilled water from dog bowls from pooling on the surface of the dog kennel flooring, consider easy-to-install perforated tiles. Perforated waterproof flooring for dog kennels allows liquid to drain to the subfloor for easier cleaning.

Artificial Turf

Artificial turf rolls generate a look and feel similar to real grass, which provides traction and comfort for dogs and handlers. Artificial turf rolls can be installed indoors or outdoors, and they will be easy to clean in either location.

Kennel Mats

Dog floor mats for kennels are available in pre-cut sizes, allowing you to match the size to the space available in the kennel. These mats are made to be comfortable for naps, feeding time, and quiet time at the doggy daycare facility. You can also cut the mats to fit a kennel you already have. Some kennel mats offer perforated materials to allow urine and spilled water to drain away.

Materials and Sizes for Dog Daycare Flooring

At Greatmats, we offer a variety of sizes, thicknesses, and materials for dog daycare flooring, helping you match the product to the needs of you and your dog. Our customer service experts can suggest ideas and solutions to fit your exact requirements.

Common Thicknesses for Dog Daycare Flooring

Thicker floors for doggy daycares have a higher cost and may be slightly more challenging to install. However, they should offer greater longevity and a potentially higher level of cushioning for the animals.

• Flooring thicknesses measuring 1/4 inches, 8 mm (or about 5/16 inches), and 3/8 inches are common for rubber tiles and rolls. This is an ideal thickness for providing traction and resisting damage from dog nails. Slightly thicker flooring may cost a little more while giving you a little more durability.
  
• Dog kennel flooring that’s 1/2 inches in thickness can include rubber and PVC plastic. If you want flooring that includes perforations to allow urine and spilled water to drain away, this is an ideal thickness to choose.

Common Styles for Dog Daycare Flooring

Selecting the right type of dog kennel flooring will simplify installation without sacrificing the comfort or durability you want to provide for the animals.

• Rolls of rubber or artificial turf will cover a large space quickly as a cost-effective option. Some perforated PVC plastic rolls are available, too.
  
• Interlocking tiles are available in rubber, PVC plastic, or foam. This format is the easiest for most people to install themselves, as it weighs less and doesn’t usually require glue.
  
• Straight-edge mats offer a pre-made size that you can install in a kennel to cover the entire space without having to do any cutting (although you could also cut them to fit). They’re usually available in rubber and PVC plastic, and some of them include perforations.

Available Materials for Dog Daycare Flooring

Some of the most common materials used for dog daycare flooring include:

• Rubber: Rubber flooring for dogs offers maximum durability while providing traction and comfort. Black rubber mats for dog kennels may absorb heat if used in direct sunlight, though.
  
• PVC Plastic: PVC plastic has a cushioning level approaching EVA foam and a durability approaching rubber. It also offers good traction. It’s a little pricier than some other options, though.
  
• EVA Foam: EVA foam tiles have the highest level of cushioning for dogs and handlers while also providing good traction. Dog nails could puncture the foam when the animals run, though.
  
• Artificial Turf: Artificial turf rolls can quickly cover a large area. Customers will appreciate the resemblance to real grass, especially when it’s used outdoors, but it doesn’t get muddy or weedy like natural turf.

Features and Benefits for Dog Kennel Flooring

The best flooring for a dog kennel or doggy daycare facility will offer a variety of features and benefits for the animals, dog handlers, staff members, and facility owners.

Benefits for Dogs

With dog daycare flooring, the animals receive a more comfortable surface for napping, eating, or playing. They receive plenty of traction for slip resistance, even when the surface is wet.

Benefits for Facility Owners

Dog daycare facility owners receive flooring that looks great, impressing potential customers. Many materials are durable, meaning owners receive a good value over time for the money they spend.

Benefits for Facility Staff

For daycare staff members, the right dog daycare flooring simplifies cleaning up messes. Just like the dogs, the humans will remain more comfortable when standing and walking on the canine kennel flooring compared to bare concrete.

Use Types for Dog Daycare and Dog Kennel Flooring

Dog daycare flooring is suitable for training, playtime activities, sleeping, eating, agility drills, and more. Retail facilities and residential users can both take advantage of whatever use cases they have in mind with this flooring.

Dog Daycare Centers

Rather than relying on bare concrete, dog daycare centers need to have flooring that impresses customers, giving them confidence that the animals will be safe while playing and resting. Many of our floors offer a reasonable cost per square foot to benefit large facilities and at-home layouts.

Boarding Kennels

Boarding kennels need spaces that are comfortable and safe for both rest time and playing, while remaining easy to clean. Greatmats has several options for these types of dog kennel flooring.

Animal Shelters

Animal shelters can use our dog care flooring inside individual kennels, in common areas, in rooms where they do medical exams, and in areas where customers consider adoption. These floors are easy to clean, which is important in a shelter that relies on volunteers.

Grooming Facilities

Grooming facilities need floors that are easy to wash down and clean after a grooming session, saving time and allowing them to accept more appointments.

Dog Training Centers

Busy dog training facilities need flooring that keeps animals and handlers safe and comfortable. These floors need to be easy to clean between sessions, preparing them for the next group of trainees.

Indoor Canine Play Areas

When dogs are playing, they need flooring that’s comfortable enough to protect their legs, hips, and back from painful overuse injuries. It should also deliver excellent traction to resist slips.

Outdoor Pet Runs

Outdoor pet runs require flooring that can stand up to weather and constant doggy foot traffic. Artificial turf, rubber, and PVC plastic are all excellent candidates for this potential use case.

Residential Dog Kennels

Homeowners who want to create a comfortable space for their pets can use our floors in sleeping areas, in an outdoor dog run, or in a basement. If you have puppies, our floors work perfectly for keeping the mother and puppies comfortable and safe in a kennel area. The floors are easy to clean in case of an accident, and they are comfortable for sitting when the kids want to play with the puppies.

Dog Daycare Flooring Q&A

What is the best outdoor rubber flooring for a dog daycare?

The best outdoor rubber flooring for a dog daycare should offer excellent traction and comfort for the handlers and the dogs. It should give you long-lasting durability while requiring minimal maintenance. Rubber rolls and tiles, such as the Sterling Athletic Rubber Tile, provide excellent results for puppy daycare facilities.

Is rubber flooring safe for dogs?

Rubber flooring is a safe option for dogs and doggy daycares. It allows the canines and staff members to maintain traction, even when the floor has wet spots. It offers a slight cushioning that protects the lower body joints of dogs and humans in the area.

How thick should dog daycare flooring be?

The best thickness for dog daycare rubber flooring is usually 3/8 inches. This measurement serves most activities successfully while protecting the dogs and humans involved. For a lower price when managing light activity levels, a 1/4-inch thickness is a usable option. For heavy-duty activities, a 1/2-inch thick rubber flooring will deliver extra durability.

What is the best flooring for dog kennels?

The best dog kennel flooring depends on the type of activity being planned. Rubber tiles offer maximum durability, and they’re easy to clean. EVA foam is inexpensive and offers the most cushioning. PVC plastic offers some of the properties of rubber and EVA foam.

How do you clean dog daycare flooring?

To clean dog daycare flooring, you should sweep dry debris and only use safe cleaning products for wet mopping, such as vinegar, baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and manufacturer-recommended products. Using commercial cleaners that contain bleach, ammonia, chlorine, and similar chemicals could damage the floor and harm the dogs.