Our Reading Site

Welcome to Rags & Bert’s Reading

Our original home in the heart of Reading, offering fully licensed and insured Doggy Daycare, Dog Hotel stays, Dog & Puppy Training, and professional Dog Grooming in a safe, fun and caring environment.

Conveniently located close to the town centre with ample on-site parking, drop-off and collection is quick and easy for busy owners.

📍 Where to Find Us

Rags & Bert’s Reading
25 Loverock Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG30 1DZ

📞 0118 207 7788
📧 enquiries@ragsandberts.co.uk

🕒 Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 7:30am – 6:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: By appointment only

We offer a Dog Bus Collection & Drop-Off Service

Our dog-friendly bus operates Monday to Friday:

Morning collections: 8:30am – 10:00am
Lunchtime collection/drop-off: 12:15pm – 1:15pm
Afternoon drop-off: 3:30pm – 5:00pm

If you're not home, you can arrange for us to securely hold a key or use a key-safe at your property.

£7.50 per trip within 5 miles of our Reading site.

Collections outside standard hours and weekends are available by appointment only, charged at £1.75 per mile (minimum £25 per trip).
All dogs are transported safely and securely by our trained team.

Our Collection Area:

Don't forget our REFER A FRIEND deal if you have a doggy owner based near our new site in Farnborough. All the details are HERE.

Don't just take our word for it

"The care and loving kindness you show Brownie is the main reason Rags & Berts is my kennel of choice. "
Lorena & Brownie

""My pomsky Storm has had numerous holidays at Rags & Bert's, he always comes back happy and relaxed. We love to receive the email updates and photos of him having fun whilst we’re away, very reassuring.""
Alex & Storm

"" Sophie is the best groomer I’ve used in 14 years. She takes time to get to know the dogs and is so patient. George has never let anyone trim is dew claws and we’ve always had the stress of getting him partially sedated so the vet could do it - thanks to Sophie we now don’t have to bother as she’s managed to do it for us! All three of my d…"
Di & George

""Mr Alf my French Bulldog looks forward to having his spa day with Sophie at The Grooming Pod Rags & Bert's Sophie is amazing with Mr Alf and makes him feel very special with all the attention he needs, he looks like a young puppy when Sophie has finished with him Sophie has a calm and relaxing nature that Mr Alf loves and gives him the extra att…"
Deborah & Mr Alf

""I have been taking my Puppy Toy Poodle for nearly one year to the groomers - Sophie. Teddy is a nervous dog, but while at Rags & Bert's he settles very quickly. He always looks great when washed cut and groomed, looking forward to next groom. Well done Sophie.""
Maria & Teddy

"Excellent doggie hotel. From meeting the owner to placing my dog into their care, it’s nothing short of excellent. Bailey gets doggy daycare as well as a overnight stay and the key thing is I know he is safe and having fun while I’m away on holiday. I have recommended them to my other friends with doggies...can’t say I’ve done that…"
Angela & Bailey Bean