It started with one question

What if dogs could tell us what they really need?

That question led Viviana on a journey through veterinary practice, physiotherapy, canine communication, animal behaviour, massage, and energy healing — ultimately creating a daycare unlike anything else.

After years working in veterinary practice and studying animal physiotherapy, Viviana realised that traditional approaches often addressed symptoms without understanding the whole dog. Dogs communicate constantly — through body language, energy, and behaviour — but most of the industry wasn’t listening.

In 2012, Skool of Drool was born. Not as a business plan, but as a belief: that every dog deserves to be understood, not just managed. That daycare could be more than supervision — it could be a space where dogs feel safe enough to truly be themselves.

Today, that belief lives in everything we do. From how we greet each dog in the morning, to how we read the energy of the group, to how we create calm when the world feels too much. This isn’t just a daycare. It’s a world built around understanding.

Viviana — Founder of Skool of Drool

The Four Pillars

We care for the whole dog — not just the physical.

Physical

Adventure walks, free movement, physiotherapy support, and daily activity tailored to each dog’s needs and abilities.

Mental

Enrichment, scent work, problem-solving, and breed-specific activities that keep minds engaged and satisfied.

Emotional

Connection, co-regulation, safe social experiences, and a calm environment where dogs can process and settle.

Spiritual

Energy healing, massage, deep rest, and an understanding that every dog carries their own unique energy and story.

The People Your Dog Will Know

Every person here is chosen for one reason — their natural understanding of dogs. Not just how to handle them, but how to feel them, read them, and support them. This isn’t just a team. It’s a shared way of being.

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Viviana

Founder

Connection with dogs has always been there — something felt, not learned. From early years growing up with animals, to working in veterinary practice, to building a life centred around understanding them — this work has evolved naturally over time. Skool of Drool began from a simple truth: dogs deserve more than being managed — they deserve to be understood.

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Sarah-Jane

Customer Communication & Business Management

Sarah-Jane is the voice behind every conversation and the heart of our client care. From customer communication and business management to socials and marketing, she brings an excellent level of care to every interaction — ensuring every dog and human feels looked after, heard, and supported.

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Lynn

Canine Carer & Field Operations Lead

Lynn brings both structure and heart to the field. From organising routes and daily flow to supporting the dogs directly, she plays a key role in how each day runs. Having been part of the journey from the very beginning, her understanding of the dogs and the work runs deep.

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Rachel

Canine Carer

Raised around animals, Rachel brings a calm, grounded presence to the field. With experience in farm life and working closely with animals from a young age, she has a natural ability to read behaviour and respond with quiet confidence.

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Gillian

Canine Carer & Team Leader

With a lifelong connection to animals, Gillian brings years of hands-on experience. From working with her grandfather in dog training to her background with horses and grooming, she understands animals through both knowledge and instinct.

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Jade

Canine Carer

Jade has a natural kindness and patience that dogs respond to instantly. With a background in animal care, she brings a calm, supportive energy to the field and builds trust easily with every dog she works with.

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Lexi

Canine Carer, Communicator & Training

Starting her journey young, Lexi has grown up within Skool of Drool. Her connection with animals is instinctive, and her ability to work with more sensitive or complex dogs stands out. She brings focus, curiosity, and a deep desire to keep learning and developing her understanding.

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