Daycare
How do you determine which dogs go in which group?
We match dogs based on size, temperament, age, and play style. We want all the dogs to enjoy their time at Camp while being safe. We work to match your dog with friends that are desirable, safe play mates. The groups are not static. As dogs tire at different rates and handle weather differently, we adjust accordingly.
Is there always a person with the group of dogs?
Yes. Playtime is never unattended.
Why does my dog need a quick-release collar?
We require quick-release collars for the safety of your dog and the other dogs. During play, a dog may get their jaw caught in their playmates collar, which can result in a broken jaw or neck of the caught dog, and strangulation of the other dog. To allow for quick release of the dog to prevent escalation of fear and aggression, we require all dogs have quick release collars.
For an example of the possible danger, please see this article: http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/issues/16_5/features/take-it-all-off_20740-1.html
Prong collars, even quick release ones, are not permitted. Prong collars were made to mimic the quick, reprimand bite of a mom dog. We do not want our dogs feeling like they are being reprimanded during normal play.
Choke chains are not permitted because we do not want to risk a dog being choked during play.
Do I need to bring food for my dog?
For daycare, if your dog requires mid-day meals, you will need to provide food and we will include them in our lunch schedule!
Where do the dogs go to the bathroom?
The dogs are allowed to go to the bathroom where they want. We immediately clean up the soiling, and disinfect the area thoroughly. Fortunately, dogs are terrible at generalizing, and they won't go home thinking it is okay to potty in the house because they potty on the rubber flooring at Camp.
We alos do 'field trips" to different yards so they can potty!
Why do you do half days in set time chunks?
The days are split in set time chunks so we can staff accordingly. We maintain certain ratios of dogs to humans. We need to know how many dogs we will have at any given time to maintain the appropriate staff size. This allows us to ensure the safest environment and a controlled group size.
Do you have a referral program?
For every referral you will receive one free day of daycare! Make sure to tell us if someone referred you!
Do you have any breed restrictions?
No, we do not have breed restrictions. Regardless of their breed, every dog is required to pass a temperament evaluation to ensure daycare is the right environment for them. There are no exceptions.
Is daycare right for my dog?
Daycare is not always the right environment for every dog. We do a temperament evaluation for every dogs first visit to determine if daycare is the right environment for your dog. We believe in being very transparent with all owners and if we start noticing behavioral trends that suggest that your dog is not a fit for daycare we will let you know. We also firmly believe in trying our best to set your dog up for success here before deciding that daycare is not a fit, we may recommend schedule changes in terms of days or drop off hours if we feel that it would promote a more positive day for your dog! There is always a 30 day "pre-school" period where
What updates can I expect during the day?
We use PawPartner to provide play photo's of your dog every day they stay! We also provide report cards for members :)
Boarding
Available for current members not in pre-school
What does the boarding price include?
Boarding pricing incldes your pet's private rest and eating area, access to the grass yard and a half-day of Daycare. If your kiiddo needs a little more time outside
you can also upgrade their daycare to a full day at check out. Wranglers provide 1 on 1 attention, walks around different yards, cuddles and more. We do not
board dogs who are not a part of the Daycare program at this time. We love to get to know the dogs who stay here and build a fun trusting relationship while you are away.
Do I need to bring food for my dog?
We do prefer each dog have their own food, packaged properly in portion sized lunch bags. This ensures we do not run out of food while you are away.
We do have food available that is designed to be easy on your dog's gastrointestinal tract. We charge $5 per cup if you need to use our food.
What time should I drop my dog off for boarding?
We require that all dogs are dropped off no earlier than 8AM and by 3pm on the first night of their stay. This is to ensure that they have enough playtime before they are staying the night with us and also so you can utilize the half day of daycare included in your boarding price.
What time should I pick up my dog when I return?
Check out is no later than 10AM or you will be charged a daycare credit for your kid. This is a popular option for parents arriving late!
Grooming
Only available on limited basis for boarding clients that inlcludes bathing, and nail trims.
Health
My dog was vaccinated against bordetella, but they still contracted kennel cough. Does that mean the vaccination
doesn't work?
Not necessarily. Kennel cough is a broad term use to describe upper respiratory infections that result in cold like symptoms.
Also, the bordetella strain is constantly evolving (not unlike the human flu) and sometimes the strain is not covered by the vaccination. The best we can do is vaccinate against the strains that pose the largest threat, and stick to our rigorous cleaning routine.
Does my dog really need all these vaccinations?
Yes. The required vaccinations are absolutely necessary for creating a safe, clean, environment for all Campers. The vaccines reduce illnesses that are contagious and possibly extremely harmful to dogs, and even humans.
Why does my dog need to be fixed?
Dogs begin sexually maturing around six months of age. During and after sexual development, dogs are able to breed, and produce pheromones that alert other dogs to their breeding status. These pheromones can create a less than desirable social interaction when dogs feel they must compete for a resource, in this case the resource is a potential mate. Resource competition leads to an unsafe environment for all dogs and people involved.
Does my dog need to be on a flea program?
Yes. Fleas can carry diseases like lyme disease. We do not want the spreading of fleas, or the diseases they carry.
How do you determine which dogs go in which group?
We match dogs based on size, temperament, age, and play style. We want all the dogs to enjoy their time at Camp while being safe. We work to match your dog with friends that are desirable, safe play mates. The groups are not static. As dogs tire at different rates and handle weather differently, we adjust accordingly.
Is there always a person with the group of dogs?
Yes. Playtime is never unattended.
Why does my dog need a quick-release collar?
We require quick-release collars for the safety of your dog and the other dogs. During play, a dog may get their jaw caught in their playmates collar, which can result in a broken jaw or neck of the caught dog, and strangulation of the other dog. To allow for quick release of the dog to prevent escalation of fear and aggression, we require all dogs have quick release collars.
For an example of the possible danger, please see this article: http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/issues/16_5/features/take-it-all-off_20740-1.html
Prong collars, even quick release ones, are not permitted. Prong collars were made to mimic the quick, reprimand bite of a mom dog. We do not want our dogs feeling like they are being reprimanded during normal play.
Choke chains are not permitted because we do not want to risk a dog being choked during play.
Do I need to bring food for my dog?
For daycare, if your dog requires mid-day meals, you will need to provide food and we will include them in our lunch schedule!
Where do the dogs go to the bathroom?
The dogs are allowed to go to the bathroom where they want. We immediately clean up the soiling, and disinfect the area thoroughly. Fortunately, dogs are terrible at generalizing, and they won't go home thinking it is okay to potty in the house because they potty on the rubber flooring at Camp.
We alos do 'field trips" to different yards so they can potty!
Why do you do half days in set time chunks?
The days are split in set time chunks so we can staff accordingly. We maintain certain ratios of dogs to humans. We need to know how many dogs we will have at any given time to maintain the appropriate staff size. This allows us to ensure the safest environment and a controlled group size.
Do you have a referral program?
For every referral you will receive one free day of daycare! Make sure to tell us if someone referred you!
Do you have any breed restrictions?
No, we do not have breed restrictions. Regardless of their breed, every dog is required to pass a temperament evaluation to ensure daycare is the right environment for them. There are no exceptions.
Is daycare right for my dog?
Daycare is not always the right environment for every dog. We do a temperament evaluation for every dogs first visit to determine if daycare is the right environment for your dog. We believe in being very transparent with all owners and if we start noticing behavioral trends that suggest that your dog is not a fit for daycare we will let you know. We also firmly believe in trying our best to set your dog up for success here before deciding that daycare is not a fit, we may recommend schedule changes in terms of days or drop off hours if we feel that it would promote a more positive day for your dog! There is always a 30 day "pre-school" period where
What updates can I expect during the day?
We use PawPartner to provide play photo's of your dog every day they stay! We also provide report cards for members :)
Boarding
Available for current members not in pre-school
What does the boarding price include?
Boarding pricing incldes your pet's private rest and eating area, access to the grass yard and a half-day of Daycare. If your kiiddo needs a little more time outside
you can also upgrade their daycare to a full day at check out. Wranglers provide 1 on 1 attention, walks around different yards, cuddles and more. We do not
board dogs who are not a part of the Daycare program at this time. We love to get to know the dogs who stay here and build a fun trusting relationship while you are away.
Do I need to bring food for my dog?
We do prefer each dog have their own food, packaged properly in portion sized lunch bags. This ensures we do not run out of food while you are away.
We do have food available that is designed to be easy on your dog's gastrointestinal tract. We charge $5 per cup if you need to use our food.
What time should I drop my dog off for boarding?
We require that all dogs are dropped off no earlier than 8AM and by 3pm on the first night of their stay. This is to ensure that they have enough playtime before they are staying the night with us and also so you can utilize the half day of daycare included in your boarding price.
What time should I pick up my dog when I return?
Check out is no later than 10AM or you will be charged a daycare credit for your kid. This is a popular option for parents arriving late!
Grooming
Only available on limited basis for boarding clients that inlcludes bathing, and nail trims.
Health
My dog was vaccinated against bordetella, but they still contracted kennel cough. Does that mean the vaccination
doesn't work?
Not necessarily. Kennel cough is a broad term use to describe upper respiratory infections that result in cold like symptoms.
Also, the bordetella strain is constantly evolving (not unlike the human flu) and sometimes the strain is not covered by the vaccination. The best we can do is vaccinate against the strains that pose the largest threat, and stick to our rigorous cleaning routine.
Does my dog really need all these vaccinations?
Yes. The required vaccinations are absolutely necessary for creating a safe, clean, environment for all Campers. The vaccines reduce illnesses that are contagious and possibly extremely harmful to dogs, and even humans.
Why does my dog need to be fixed?
Dogs begin sexually maturing around six months of age. During and after sexual development, dogs are able to breed, and produce pheromones that alert other dogs to their breeding status. These pheromones can create a less than desirable social interaction when dogs feel they must compete for a resource, in this case the resource is a potential mate. Resource competition leads to an unsafe environment for all dogs and people involved.
Does my dog need to be on a flea program?
Yes. Fleas can carry diseases like lyme disease. We do not want the spreading of fleas, or the diseases they carry.