Start Time & Areas:
- The daily cleaning routine begins each morning at 8:00 AM.
- Areas cleaned include the dog housing area, feeding stations, and play areas.
Routine Tasks
- Water Bowls: Cleaned and disinfected using F10 SC Veterinary Disinfectant. Bowls are rinsed, dried, and refilled with fresh water.
- Floors: Hoovered, brushed, and mopped daily with Pet-Safe Floor Cleaner to maintain hygiene and safety.
- Disinfectant: Dog-friendly disinfectant (F10 SC) is used for all surfaces, ensuring it kills viruses and bacteria.
- Bedding: Checked for cleanliness and replaced as necessary with clean, vet-approved bedding. Soiled bedding is bagged and disposed of in a designated waste bin.
- Faeces Removal: Faeces is picked up promptly and throughout the day. It is double-bagged and disposed of in a dedicated outdoor waste bin, which is emptied regularly.
- Feed Bowls: Cleaned after every meal using antibacterial washing liquid, dried thoroughly, and stored in a closed cupboard to prevent contamination or attraction of pests.
Storage
- Food is stored in sealed containers in a vermin-proof cupboard.
- Cleaning utensils (e.g., brushes, mops, disinfectant sprays) are stored in a designated utility area, away from dog living spaces.
- Daily Cleaning Routine (Whelping Room)
Start Time & Areas
The whelping room is cleaned every morning at 7:30 AM and spot-cleaned throughout the day.
Routine Tasks
- Floors and surfaces are wiped with F10 SC disinfectant.
- Bedding is replaced daily, and soiled bedding is disposed of in a designated waste bin.
- Mess is promptly cleaned and disposed of using biodegradable waste bags in the same designated outdoor bin.
- The air quality is maintained by ventilating the room and using a pet-safe air purifier.
Spot Cleaning
- Spot cleaning is carried out as required throughout the day.
- A dog-friendly disinfectant spray (F10 SC) is used to clean and disinfect small messes.
- Waste is removed using biodegradable bags and placed in a designated outdoor waste bin.Toys and Interactive Items
Dog toys
- Toys and interactive items are disinfected every evening and checked for damage daily.
- Items are washed using F10 SC Veterinary Disinfectant, rinsed thoroughly, and dried.
- Damaged toys are removed immediately to prevent harm to the dogs or puppies.
Garden and Outdoor Areas
- Checked for mess three times daily (morning, afternoon, and evening). Faeces and waste are disposed of promptly in the designated bin.
- Outdoor play areas are disinfected weekly using a hose and diluted F10 SC.
Emergency Protocol:
If any areas are found unusually dirty (e.g., due to illness or accidents), the area is deep-cleaned immediately, and all waste is disposed of in line with biosecurity protocols.
By following this policy, all areas remain clean, hygienic, and safe for dogs and puppies, ensuring compliance with legal standards and best practices.