Before a new dog joins a playgroup, we run a two-hour supervised visit to see how they greet other dogs, share space and toys, and settle down after play. It is not a test to pass or fail - it is how we know which group fits.
Groups are split by size first, then by energy and temperament within that: a calm, older group; a high-energy group that plays hard and rests hard; and a group for dogs still learning their manners around others.
The assessment is booked like any other visit, and it counts toward your dog's file - vaccination records, any handling notes, and which group they landed in - so every future drop off is quick.
