K9 Pursuits Dog Day Care & Training Centre is celebrating a remarkable milestone this year, marking twenty years of delivering exceptional canine care, training and enrichment to families across County Durham and beyond.
Founded by best friends Andrea Rogers and Gill Crawford, what began as a shared vision has grown into one of the region’s most respected dog care facilities. Their aim was simple yet ambitious: to create a safe, professional and stimulating environment where dogs could learn, play and thrive. Two decades on, that vision has evolved into a thriving centre with an outstanding reputation and a loyal client base.
K9 Pursuits holds a prestigious Five Star rating from the local council, reflecting its unwavering commitment to high standards in animal welfare, safety and professional expertise. The centre employs six dedicated team members, all highly experienced and/or fully qualified in dog training and behaviour—an essential foundation for safely managing group environments and delivering high-quality training programmes.
The facility itself is equally impressive, featuring a spacious indoor centre, secure outdoor areas, and a standout 18ft by 9ft heated dog swimming pool. This unique addition provides dogs with a fun, low-impact way to exercise, build confidence and enjoy enrichment activities.
Over the years, K9 Pursuits has cared for an incredible variety of dogs, from tiny Chihuahuas to towering Great Danes. Its training programmes cater to all ages and abilities, offering everything from essential life skills for puppies and adult dogs to agility, obedience, Heelwork to Music, freestyle, Dogability training, and more. Every session is designed to be positive, engaging, and tailored to each dog’s individual needs.
To celebrate their 20th anniversary, K9 Pursuits will host a special summer tea party for both dogs and their owners. Guests can enjoy tea, coffee and cake, while canine companions will be treated to homemade dog-friendly cookies. The event is open to everyone—long-standing clients, new visitors, and anyone who would like to join the celebration.
After twenty years of dedication, innovation, and community spirit, K9 Pursuits continues to set the benchmark for dog care and training in County Durham. Andrea, Gill, and their team look forward to celebrating this milestone with the community that has supported them every step of the way.