Canine Camp
Our unique approach to doggy day care
We have teamed up with Canine Field of Dreams to bring our structured day care at their new facility. With two large outdoor fenced areas and over 10 acres of land to explore your dog will enjoy spending time outside to roam and explore.
Why Structured Day Care?
Dogs thrive with structure and routine. Traditional doggie daycares consist of large group of dogs shoved into one large indoor space with one or two handlers present. This is overwhelming for most dogs. When dogs are not being advocated for, they will feel the need to advocate for themselves, this can lead to dog aggression. Some dogs might also become more fearful. With no rules in place dogs pick up bad behaviors that then translate out in the world and at home. Dogs can become overly excited and reactive when they see other dogs out on walks. Traditional Doggie day cares are located at indoor facilities with no natural light, or grass for the dogs to run and potty on. Research shows that dogs who can get outside in nature show less signs of stress and anxiety. Furthermore, traditional doggy daycares do not give dogs time to decompress. Most dogs go home overly stimulated and overly tired.
A structured environment ensures dogs have boundaries and rules in place just as you would at home. Your dog will also receive an array of mental, physical, and social enrichment activities, along with one-on-one time with our camp counselors. Getting outside to run, explore and play will ensure your dog is happy and fulfilled.
Socials and Calm Time
Dog socials are curated to each dog. We set up one on one play or small play groups matching dogs by personality, energy and play style. We ensure all dogs are introduced properly, comfortable and being advocated for. We do not allow dogs to become overly aroused or dominate in play. Down time is very important, dogs need rest and time to decompress throughout the day. During camp, dogs will have nap times in their kennels and calm time on place.
Add ons
Adventure hikes- $10
A 30 min long line hike around 10 acres of nature to sniff, roam and explore. Hiking can help with anxiety, confidence building, physical health, and behavior. Good leash manners is a must to be able to book an adventure hike.
Learning at camp -$30
30 mins training sessions to work on basic commands, leash skills, recall, etc. These are for basic behaviors only.
Find the Bunny - Intro to scent work -$20
This is a fun introduction to scent work; we will teach your dog how to find a scent. Scent work allows your dog to use their strongest natural sense in a fun and engaging way.
Requirements
- Dogs must be crate trained (no excessive barking or whining)
- Enjoy the company of other dogs
- Dog neutral (not dog reactive)
- Current on vaccinations
- Flea, tick and heart-worm prevention in the summertime are highly recommended
An evaluation and trial day must be completed before your dog can join our Structured Canine Camp. To keep a calm and structured environment dogs need to have some basic training and social skills. If your dog does not meet the requirements, we offer private training programs to help prepare your dog for camp.
