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Fluffball Dog Gym and Pet Supplies
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⚲ Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Dog-powered gym · Self-wash station · Pet supplies · XL Bullies welcome
Fluffball is Sheffield's pioneering dog gym featuring Firepaw treadmills, a pet supplies shop and a self-wash station. Established in 2015, this family-run business provides a fun, healthy space for dogs and their owners, with a special focus on nervous, anxious and reactive dogs. XL Bullies are welcome in both the gym and shop.
About This Listing:
This listing is based on information provided and confirmed by its owners, who remain responsible for its accuracy, including that they welcome XL Bullies and have reviewed their own legal and insurance responsibilities.
Last confirmed on 14 July 2026.
XL Escapes shares this information to help you make informed decisions but does not own or manage this business.
Full Property Description:
Does your dog love to run as fast as possible? Are zoomies becoming a regular feature around the house, with little concern for your furniture, your legs or even themselves? Why not let them discover the fun of unlimited zoomies on our dog-powered slat mills?
Fluffball is Sheffield's pioneering dog gym, featuring Firepaw treadmills, a pet supplies shop and a self-wash station. Our mission is to provide a fun, healthy space for dogs and their owners.
Upstairs on the precinct you'll find our pet supplies shop, run by Aiden. We stock a range of food, including raw, pre-packaged and natural treats, along with toys, beds, collars and leads for dogs, cats and small animals. All animals are welcome in the shop.
Downstairs Cheryl runs the gym and self-wash area. We specialise in working with nervous and anxious dogs, dogs with fear aggression, large breeds and double-coated breeds. XL Bullies remain welcome in both the salon and shop.
In the shop we stock a wide range of products including leads, collars, harnesses, beds, natural treats and food options ranging from biscuits to raw food, alongside products for cats and small animals. Brands include DAF, Ancol, Anco, Bugalugs and more.
Our dog gym features advanced Firepaw equipment, trusted by NATO and military units worldwide, to help dogs reach their full potential. Whether your dog needs to lose weight, build muscle, improve agility, prepare for flyball or simply burn off energy, our dog-powered treadmills provide a safe way to exercise. They're also suitable for disabled dogs, including blind, deaf, three-legged dogs or dogs using wheels, as the treadmill only moves as fast as the dog chooses.
Our self-wash station is ideal after muddy walks, swimming adventures or those mysterious smells dogs always seem to find. The bath accommodates dogs of all sizes, with a ramp available if required. Towels are provided, along with a powerful dryer, and shampoo can either be brought from home or purchased in convenient 60ml bottles.
With an ex-groomer on site we also offer nail trims, ear cleaning and anal gland expression. We even trim nails for cats and small animals. If you've previously been told your dog needs sedation for a nail trim, we'd encourage you to try us first.
Full Property Description:
Does your dog love to run as fast as possible? Are zoomies becoming a regular feature around the house, with little concern for your furniture, your legs or even themselves? Why not let them discover the fun of unlimited zoomies on our dog-powered slat mills?
Fluffball is Sheffield's pioneering dog gym, featuring Firepaw treadmills, a pet supplies shop and a self-wash station. Our mission is to provide a fun, healthy space for dogs and their owners.
Upstairs on the precinct you'll find our pet supplies shop, run by Aiden. We stock a range of food, including raw, pre-packaged and natural treats, along with toys, beds, collars and leads for dogs, cats and small animals. All animals are welcome in the shop.
Downstairs Cheryl runs the gym and self-wash area. We specialise in working with nervous and anxious dogs, dogs with fear aggression, large breeds and double-coated breeds. XL Bullies remain welcome in both the salon and shop.
In the shop we stock a wide range of products including leads, collars, harnesses, beds, natural treats and food options ranging from biscuits to raw food, alongside products for cats and small animals. Brands include DAF, Ancol, Anco, Bugalugs and more.
Our dog gym features advanced Firepaw equipment, trusted by NATO and military units worldwide, to help dogs reach their full potential. Whether your dog needs to lose weight, build muscle, improve agility, prepare for flyball or simply burn off energy, our dog-powered treadmills provide a safe way to exercise. They're also suitable for disabled dogs, including blind, deaf, three-legged dogs or dogs using wheels, as the treadmill only moves as fast as the dog chooses.
Our self-wash station is ideal after muddy walks, swimming adventures or those mysterious smells dogs always seem to find. The bath accommodates dogs of all sizes, with a ramp available if required. Towels are provided, along with a powerful dryer, and shampoo can either be brought from home or purchased in convenient 60ml bottles.
With an ex-groomer on site we also offer nail trims, ear cleaning and anal gland expression. We even trim nails for cats and small animals. If you've previously been told your dog needs sedation for a nail trim, we'd encourage you to try us first.
For Our Four Legged Guests:
XL Bullies are welcome.
Reactive dogs are welcome.
The team specialises in working with nervous, anxious and fear-aggressive dogs.
Large breeds and double-coated breeds are welcomed.
Muzzles are required at all times while inside the shop.
Within the salon and gym, muzzles can be removed at appropriate times.
Copies of vaccination records, titre test results or exemption certificates are kept on file.
The gym and salon are fully indoors with no outdoor exercise yard.
The salon has its own separate entrance, which remains locked whenever dogs are inside.
The shop and salon have separate entrances to help manage dogs more comfortably.
The maximum number of dogs accommodated at one time is five, depending on their size.
Dogs should be toileted before attending.
Larger dogs often take two or three sessions to become fully confident using the treadmill.
A bath suitable for all dog sizes is available, with a ramp if needed.
Towels are provided for the self-wash station.
A professional dryer is available to use.
Shampoo can be brought from home or purchased on site.
Off-road parking is available at the rear of the building.
Cheryl's own dog, Lilith, can be used to help with socialisation where appropriate.
Other animals are kept on site.
Dog-Friendly Details That Matter
XL Bullies are welcome.
Reactive dogs are welcome.
The team specialises in working with nervous, anxious and fear-aggressive dogs.
Large breeds and double-coated breeds are welcomed.
Muzzles are required at all times while inside the shop.
Within the salon and gym, muzzles can be removed at appropriate times.
Copies of vaccination records, titre test results or exemption certificates are kept on file.
The gym and salon are fully indoors with no outdoor exercise yard.
The salon has its own separate entrance, which remains locked whenever dogs are inside.
The shop and salon have separate entrances to help manage dogs more comfortably.
The maximum number of dogs accommodated at one time is five, depending on their size.
Dogs should be toileted before attending.
Larger dogs often take two or three sessions to become fully confident using the treadmill.
A bath suitable for all dog sizes is available, with a ramp if needed.
Towels are provided for the self-wash station.
A professional dryer is available to use.
Shampoo can be brought from home or purchased on site.
Off-road parking is available at the rear of the building.
Cheryl's own dog, Lilith, can be used to help with socialisation where appropriate.
Other animals are kept on site.
Local Area Guide:
Fluffball is located in a residential area of Sheffield with parks and woodland nearby, giving owners plenty of opportunities for walks before or after their visit. Off-road parking is available to the rear of the building.
Meet The Owners
Our story began with Cheryl. A little-known fact about her is that while most children had imaginary friends, Cheryl had an imaginary zoo. She always knew she wanted to work with animals.
For her 11th birthday she received her first dog, Cookie, a lovable Collie cross. At first she thought he sounded more like a guinea pig than a dog, but it didn't take long before the two became inseparable.
Despite his fluffy appearance, Cookie had a true working-dog mindset, and Cheryl dedicated herself to training him. He became an expert at walking off lead and even knew how to cross roads safely. Wherever Cheryl went, Cookie followed, even jumping over 6ft fences just to be by her side. He lived to the age of 17 and passed away just one month before his birthday.
Inspired by Cookie, Cheryl and Aiden went on to own, rescue, train and rehabilitate numerous dogs. Cheryl became one of the first groomers in Sheffield to specialise in reactive dogs and dogs with nervous aggression.
Today they run South Yorkshire's first dog gym, offering specialised activity and play sessions. They currently share their lives with six dogs, four of which are rescues, along with five cats and two axolotls.
If you'd prefer to own your own Firepaw treadmill instead of visiting the gym, Fluffball also offers an affiliate discount. Enter the code FLUFFBALL at checkout on the Firepaw website to receive a discount and a free running harness.
Paw of Approval
Photos from XL Escapes members, with dogs who gave this business their paw of approval.
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