Waglands Dog Daycare is a dog daycare on Normandale Road in Belmont, Lower Hutt, run by Arlene and Ben Adams since 2009. Its distinctive feature is small playgroups, with dogs matched by size, play style, confidence and energy, and each group has a dedicated handler who learns how each dog socialises and settles. The site has more than a hectare of outdoor space, from open yards to bush areas, plus heated indoor rooms for rest. Each day mixes social play, enrichment and downtime. Every new dog starts with an application and an assessment, which costs $68 as at 2026. Transport is set pickup and drop-off points in the central city, Lower Hutt and Silverstream, at $7 a trip as at 2026. Dogs travel in individual spaces in the vans. Owners receive learning stories that show how their dog is progressing. Our pick in Belmont for a social dog who enjoys a busy, structured day.