What is Day Care for Dogs?
We know that many of you work long hours and hate leaving your dog alone all day. Day Care for Dogs offers a nice alternative - instead of leaving your dog sitting alone at home bored and contemplating what trouble they can get into - let them play with friends.
Day Care for Dogs is a fun, healthy and cage-free environment for your dog. It is an environment for your dogs to play, nap, and get lots of love and attention. It is a great alternative to long, lonely days at home.
We will come and pick up your pet in our custom doggie van and have him/her back when you get home. Your pet will enjoy playing and socializing with their peers and you will enjoy peace of mind!
Benefits for your Dog:
Socialization - Your pet gets to interact with other dogs and people. Day Care for Dogs can provide young dogs invaluable social skills.
Exercise - Your pet gets to run, jump and play. This exercise routine will help maintain strong muscles, cardiovascular fitness, and a healthy weight.
Day Care for Dogs is an ideal outlet for your pet's pent-up energy.
Benefits for You:
Peace of mind that your dog is happy and safe.
No guilty feelings for leaving your pet cooped up and all alone in the house all day.
Convenience (door to door service)
Typical Day at Day Care for Dogs:
Here at Day Care for Dogs (DCFD) we understand that your dog is very important to you and would like to take this opportunity to tell you what your dog will experience in a typical day. Dog owners can be confident that their dogs are in the best of hands as proven through the program's success since 1990. The Rancho Coastal Humane Society has owned Day Care for Dogs since 2003. We are proud to support the shelter with funding to help provide for the animals that need homes. At DCFD we have the best dogs in the county and we take pride in bringing them home tired and happy.
Day Care for Dogs is open Monday through Friday and includes pick-up and drop-off delivery service. With the exception of major holidays and rainy days, our DCFD vans are driven to pick up the dogs between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Upon arriving at the yard, a typical morning begins with grouping the dogs appropriately and ensuring the dogs are happy and comfortable with one another. We introduce first-timers to their new friends, monitor the activities, fill water bowls with fresh water and then the play begins. While in the fenced enclosures, the dogs are always off leash with 5 to 30 other furry friends. Some dogs begin the morning with a little bit of chase, wrestling or pets and massages from us.
In the late morning we may walk the dogs, on leash, or take them out for a little adventure. Lunchtime allows the dogs and us to rest. Afterwards, we continue to provide constant attention, supervision, stimulation and fresh water. We start brushing and/or washing the dogs around 3 p.m. to prepare them for home. We drive the dogs home typically between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. (depending on traffic). When the dogs are on their way home they are either asleep or relaxing with a big smile. New dogs may experience muscle soreness from all the exercise and play and may not recharge until the next day while others may recharge in the evening. In some cases we restrict the amount of exercise for a dog, especially if the dog does not know his limit.
Our staff is trained to use the "Silent Alpha" method by Graham Bloem*. We NEVER use aggression to correct "bad" behavior. Graham has an excellent resume of training certifications and has been working at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society in helping make "difficult" dogs more adoptable. Out goal is to keep your dog safe and happy. We have a lot of fun and love our job! Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to meeting your dog!
* For more information about Graham Bloem and West Coast K9 visit www.WestCoastK9.com.
Day Care for Dogs offers a unique custom "doggie-limo" service that offers both pick-up and drop-off of your pet. Your dog will be the envy of the neighborhood as they are whisked away in luxury to spend the rest of their day being pampered and socializing with other dogs!
We have a unique door-to-door pick-up and drop-off service.
Doggie Day Care route limits are:
North
South . Hwy 56
East .Camino del Norte
West
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Please call for more information on our transportation and day care services.
Owner Drop Off and Pick Up:
Owner Drop Off: Reservations must be made at least 24 hours prior to drop off. Drop off begins at 8:30am.
Owner Pick Up: Pick up time is no later than 5:30pm. A charge of $5 will be applied to your bill every 5 minutes past 5:30pm.
Payment: Payment will be collected at pick up. You can pay by check, Visa or MasterCard.
Rates: $25.00 for 6+ hours of play. $5.00 per hour under 6 hours.
Schedule: Owner drop off service is available Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Day Care for Dogs is closed the following holidays:
- New Years Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Thanksgiving Friday
- Christmas Eve Day
- Christmas Day
- New Years Eve Day
We are also closed if the forecast predicts a day of continuous rain. We will call and cancel DCFD in the morning if necessary. If we attempt to operate but must return your dog home before 2 p.m. due to a storm the charge is $20 per dog.
Cancellations:
You may call to add/cancel your dog to the daily schedule anytime before 7:30 a.m. on the day of pick up.
A Full Day of Day Care is:
$35 per day/1 dog
$52 per day, second dog, same household
Special Rates:
$31 per day, 1 dog (discounted for Monday-Friday attendance)
$45 per day, for 2 dogs, same household (discounted for Monday-Friday attendance)
Receipts for automatic credit payments will be mailed to owner with their corresponding invoice.
We will mail a monthly invoice to the billing address that you provide. You may pay with a check or with a credit card at that time. Please see attached Visa/MasterCard information sheet.
Day Time is Play Time for Your Dog at Day Care for Dogs!
Dog must be friendly towards people and other dogs.
Dog must be in good health & altered (spayed or neutered).
Current on all vaccinations.
All dogs must be 3 months or older.
Owner & veterinarian must complete all provided paperwork before 1st day.
Current copy of your dog's local license is required.
We pick up/meet your dog between 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
We will also call during the day to let you know how your companion is doing.
TYPICAL pick up varies between 8:00 a.m. to 10 a.m. (You are not required to be home).
Drop off varies between 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (You are not required to be home).
Enrollment:
Please make an appointment so that we may get acquainted before you join our pack. You can download an application form from our website. Please see our rules for daycare.
Bear in mind that your dog will be playing with other dogs and although it is supervised play, your dog may acquire an occasional nip or scratch.
**We require a current copy of your dog's local license.
Please print out these forms and fax to DCFD at (858) 481-8922. If you are unable to fax the forms to DCFD the forms may be presented to DCFD staff on your dogs first scheduled day of attendance.
Information Form (for Veterinary Use)
Veterinary Treatment Release Form
Visa/MasterCard Payment Information
Contact Us:
Address: Day Care for Dogs is located at
Phone/Fax: (858) 481-8922
Email: Click here to email us (this email can be used for questions, information and sending forms but a pet cannot be added or canceled with this email. To add or cancel and animal please contact Day Care for Dogs directly at (858) 481-8922.
Directions if coming from North:
Exit I-5 Freeway on
Directions if coming from South:
Exit I-5 Freeway on
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