Dog Daycare | TailWaggers Doggy Daycare (2024)

We are a dog daycare based in multiple locations in Wisconsin and Ohio. If you are tired of coming home to find no-longer-identifiable objects lying in a heap on the living room floor, or another roll of toilet paper reduced to useless shreds, it’s time to look for a way to keep your pooch happy and mentally stimulated while you’re away!

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TailWaggers Doggy Daycare’s mission is to provide a safe and fun place where our canine friends can play while their families are at work or away on vacation. Our ultimate goal is to provide our clients with the peace of mind that their family member is in excellent care and having a great time playing with friends — both human and canine. Find a dog daycare location today!
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The Benefits of Dog Daycare

  • Reducing Boredom & Bad Behavior. Does your dog experience boredom or anxiety when you leave your home for the day? If your canine friend doesn’t have enough mentally stimulating activities to do while you’re away at work, it will lead to a number of bad behaviors such as chewing, pacing, barking, howling, digging, urinating, defecating, destroying household items, or trying to escape. A dog daycare will help to lessen these naughty and unwanted behaviors at home.
  • Developing Social Skills. Dog daycare exists to help provide a safe, wide open, and fun place for pups to develop their social skills. Intermingling with other dogs allows them to learn proper behaviors that help them meet and interact with others in a polite and respectful manner. Your canine friend will learn how to play and interact with other dogs in a clean and safe environment!
  • Encouraging Exercise. Moms and Dads can drop off their dogs and let them run around and play with friends all day long. Dogs get lots of exercise at TailWaggers Doggy Daycare®! This way at the end of a long work day, both parents and pooches are pooped out and ready for dinner and snuggle time. After a day of daycare Mom & Dad don’t have to worry about getting in that walk (which is especially nice on those days that are too hot, too cold, or just too busy). TailWaggers Doggy Daycare® makes owning and pampering your pup easy!

Constantly Supervised Playtime

At TailWaggers Doggy Daycare®, we provide constantly supervised playtime. Your pup will enjoy the benefits of:

  • A fun, safe, and clean environment in which to play and socialize with other dogs during the day*!
  • Socializing with other dogs of their size and temperament all day.
  • Getting lots of attention from our Pack Leaders. In addition to playing with the pack and giving our four-legged friends a plethora of hugs and pets, Pack Leaders are constantly on-site to ensure that everybody is playing nicely and that the play areas in the dog daycare are clean and safe.

No Scheduled Naptime

At TailWaggers Doggy Daycare® there is no scheduled naptime. Dogs are allowed to run and play as they please. Many pups will pull over and take a break to re-energize for more playtime, but some have so much energy that they keep going all day long.

Private Naptime Suite Available Upon Request

(At a parent’s request, naptime in a private suite can be arranged.) TailWaggers Doggy Daycare’s® goal is to allow each and every dog the opportunity to get as much exercise and socialization as possible so they are content and tired out by the end of the day – just like their moms and dads!

How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare?

  • They perk up when you mention going to dog day care. Does your dog seem excited and wag their tail when you mention going to daycare? This is a sure sign that they are looking forward to the experience again.
  • They appear to be calm or excited when entering the facility. When you drop off your dog at our daycare, if they seem calm or enthusiastic about being there, it’s a sure sign they always enjoy their stay!
  • They respond well to interacting with staff at their dog daycare. Does your canine friend seem happy to meet the Pack Leaders at your local TailWaggers Doggy Daycare? If so, then it’s a positive experience for them!
  • When they get home, they seem tired but happy. This means that your dog got plenty of exercise and playtime with their other canine friends!
  • At the end of the day, they seem calm and relaxed. In the evening after you’ve brought them home, if they appear to be calm or relaxed, it’s a good sign that they aren’t stressed and they had fun.

Temperature Controlled Environment

At TailWaggers Doggy Daycare®, we have a temperature controlled environment to ensure that all canines are feeling comfortable no matter what time of the year it is.

Indoor & Outdoor Play Areas Available!

Our indoor play areas in our dog daycare are heated in the winter and air conditioned in the summer so that your pup can play in a comfortable environment no matter what Mother Nature has planned for the day. On nice days, the doors to the outdoor play areas are left open so dogs can run around indoors, spend the day outside, or a little of both – whatever they enjoy most!

Dog Daycare Webcams Available!

Don’t forget to log on and watch your pup play at TailWaggers Doggy Daycare®! Live-feed webcams allow parents to go online, check on their family member and watch them play with their friends while at daycare**. What peace of mind…and how fun!

**Select a location to view their webcams and see your dog play at our dog daycare!

*Every dog must pass an evaluation before being allowed to play at TailWaggers Doggy Daycare®. Additionally, each dog over 7 months of age must be spayed or neutered. All dogs must be current on the following vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, & Bordatella. (Puppies between 8 and 16 weeks of age are allowed to play at TailWaggers Doggy Daycare® without the Rabies vaccination.)

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At TailWaggers Doggy Daycare’s® Shoppe you can find everything to fit all of your dog’s needs! We carry an immense selection of healthy & nutritious dog food & treats; fun & safe toys for puppies & adult dogs; fashionable collars & leads to fit all sizes & personalities; and much more!

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A TailWaggers Doggy Daycare franchise offers you the opportunity to serve the growing need for high quality, best in class dog daycare, boarding, grooming and retail services. The pet industry is booming and it’s not showing signs of slowing down! Now is the time to own and operate a successful doggy daycare business while fulfilling your passion for pets!

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FAQs

Do dogs like going to doggy daycare? ›

Many dogs thrive in daycare and look forward to their daily romp with friends. Other dogs dogs, in fact, don't like daycare at all.

Do dogs get tired of doggy daycare? ›

Just like humans, dogs get tired after physical exertion. The level of activity at daycare often surpasses what they would normally do at home, leading to physical tiredness.

Why does my dog hate doggy daycare? ›

However, not all dogs feel the same way about daycare. For some dogs, the sounds, smells, and busy environment can be too much, and it may lead to fearfulness, anxiety, or reactivity.

How do you handle a dog at doggy daycare? ›

Gradually introduce new dogs to the daycare environment and give them time to adjust. Be patient and use positive reinforcement to encourage socialization. Monitor the dog's progress and consider enlisting the help of a professional dog trainer if anxiety persists.

Do dogs get stressed at doggy daycare? ›

If your dog doesn't really enjoy playing with other dogs, is a senior, or is just naturally quiet and happy to sleep all day, the loud and busy atmosphere of doggy daycare may be more stressful than beneficial. Daycare isn't without risks. A daycare environment can be overwhelming and overstimulating for some dogs.

What age do dogs stop liking daycare? ›

My experience from running my own dog daycare in Canada for many years is that dogs who attend since puppyhood will, at some point (usually between 2-4 years of age), stop enjoying daycare.

How do I tell if my dog likes doggy daycare? ›

After your pup has had time to get used to the routine, the following signs will be good indicators that they enjoy the experience:
  1. They perk up when you mention going to day care.
  2. They're excited in the morning when it's time to leave the house.
  3. They seem calm or excited when entering the day care facility.
Oct 11, 2021

Can doggy daycare be bad for dogs? ›

The constant excitement or stress of a busy daycare facility can be a little too much for some dogs to handle. For those dogs that are naturally nervous or a little highly strung, daycare will often not be the best choice.

Do dogs feel abandoned at daycare? ›

Dogs who are abandoned at pet day care facilities may experience significant emotional distress, as they are suddenly separated from their owners and familiar surroundings. This can lead to anxiety, depression, and other negative behaviors.

Do dogs get in fights at doggy daycare? ›

Do fights happen at doggy daycare? Hopefully, not often. If the dog daycare staff handles the entry assessments, has a proper dog-to-human ratio, and good training on dog body language, those things can go a long way toward preventing dog fights.

Do dogs sleep in doggy daycare? ›

No bones about it, rest makes the daycare experience more enjoyable for your pup! So, can dogs sleep at doggy daycare? It depends on the facility's rules, but generally, yes. Many facilities include structured rest time into their furry clients' day and even have designated areas for snoozing.

How do I get my dog to stop fighting in doggy daycare? ›

Distract the fighting dogs.

Try distracting the dogs by throwing water over them. A loud noise such as an air horn or two metal objects being banged together can also be effective. Some dogs will stop fighting when they can't see the other dog, so try throwing a blanket or jacket over the dogs to calm them down.

Is it good for my dog to go to daycare? ›

Mental stimulation at dog daycare can be especially rewarding for puppies, but it is also an important benefit for older dogs as well. Any dog who goes to daycare can enjoy the chance to use their brain more often during the day.

How to tell if a dog likes doggy daycare? ›

Here are some telltale signs of a happy dog during their day at daycare:
  1. Tail Wagging. A wagging tail is one of the most obvious signs of a happy dog. ...
  2. Playful Interaction. ...
  3. Relaxed Body Language. ...
  4. Healthy Appetite. ...
  5. Attention From Staff. ...
  6. Good Sleep. ...
  7. Excitement to Return. ...
  8. Join Us at Puppy Play and Stay.
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Do dogs miss their owners at daycare? ›

Overall, dogs do miss their owners while boarding, but it's not necessarily a cause for concern or guilt. With the right care and attention, most dogs can adapt to new environments and routines and enjoy their stay at a dog boarding facility.

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