Hey JRevel! Thanks for playing our game and the feedback is really valuable! You are right, the battery not recharging is caused by the platform charger auto disconnecting from the player when his battery level is full. This forced you to attempt a re-connection by leaving and re-entering the platform. This has been fixed and will be included in the next update.
By the way, I played your game and I think it's one of the most inspiring games in the game jam. The animation and style gave your game a unique personality and charm. It reminded me of cartoons from Nickelodeon or Cartoon Network. It was tons of fun. I loved the way the owner reacts when attempting to pull back to leash and losing control. Best doggo 10/10.