Britain's first indoor dog park opens to keep owners as dry as a bone Ms Redding, 37, said: "It has been very popular because it is dry and safe in here for people and their pets. It does rain a lot unfortunately and it gets dark very early in the evenings at this time of year - so people are really enjoying bringing in their pets. The former dietician opened her indoor dog park three months ago with hundreds of dog walkers already paying the £30 a month or £4.50 a time sessions. It includes toys, jumps, tunnels, sleep areas and a fly-ball play zone - and has artificial grass, park benches, plants and trees to create a natural environment for dogs to run and play. Shelley believes her indoor park at Tremorfa, Cardiff, is the first in Britain after investing £35,000 in the dry park. She said: "This is the first centre of its kind. Our aim is to ensure that dogs have the time of their lives. We have structured play sessions will mean that dogs are blissfully happy and tired out from their day of play. We absolutely promise that you won't get rained on in our park, and as for mud - well there isn't any The park has an outside zone for any dogs wishing to find a lampppost - and the centre is regularly cleaned if there any accidents. Dog-owner Penny Thomas, 26, said: "I've brought my little Pug here and she loves it. I love staying dry out of the rain too. She gets so wet and muddy this time of the year that it is great for her to stay clean.Yes there are times when you want to get loads of fresh air and run around - but when you have to do walkies every day, sometimes you just want a bit of comfort! Fellow dog owner Peter Simonski, 42, takes his labradoodle for an hour twice a week for the rain-free walkies. He said: "Sometimes you have to grit your teeth to take your dog out in the driving rain. But here it is with a smile on your face. I don't known how often I will be here in the summer but in the winter it is a perfect place for our family - and that includes our dog.