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Structured doggy daycare for calmer, happier dogs

A thoughtful balance of play, enrichment, rest, and gentle supervision—built on positive reinforcement

40+ Years of Dog Training Experience
Former Vet Tech
155 Repeat Rover Pet Parents
100% Rover Response Rate
Positive Reinforcement Training
20-Acre Apple Orchard Setting

Daycare should do more than leave dogs exhausted. It should help them feel safer, think more clearly, and practice healthier patterns in a setting that respects their needs.

Our doggy daycare program is designed for families who want appropriate activity and social experience for their dogs—without chaos, over-arousal, or “anything goes” play. We use positive reinforcement, careful observation, and predictable routines to support emotional wellbeing as much as physical exercise.

The goal is a better day, not just a busier one.

Is our daycare right for your dog?

Not every dog thrives in every daycare environment. We intentionally design daycare for dogs who benefit from structure, gentler rhythms, and thoughtful supervision.

Dogs who enjoy activity but struggle with too much chaos or overstimulation
Dogs who benefit from daytime structure and predictable routines
Families looking for a more mindful daycare experience than “run and hope”
Dogs who can succeed in a carefully screened and managed social setting

We’re interested in what is actually good for your dog—not just whether they can tolerate more.

What your dog’s day may include

Each dog’s day is tailored to their needs, but the overall rhythm stays balanced: movement, enrichment, social contact when appropriate, and real rest.

Supervised activity and movement throughout the day
Enrichment and exploration that let dogs use their senses and minds
Social interaction with other dogs when it is genuinely appropriate
Regular rest and decompression breaks to prevent over-arousal
Gentle handling and clear transitions between activities

Dogs need both outlets and recovery. A well-designed daycare day includes both.

How we teach and supervise

Daycare at Kelley’s K‑9 Camp is grounded in the same positive reinforcement and humane philosophy as our training programs. We pay attention to how dogs feel, not just how they look.

Science-based, force-free handling and supervision
Use of the Humane Hierarchy to guide decisions (least intrusive, effective approaches)
Careful screening to determine whether daycare is appropriate for each dog
Ongoing observation of stress, arousal, and fatigue throughout the day
Adjustments to activity and environment when a dog shows signs of overwhelm

Safety first

A good daycare experience protects dogs emotionally and physically—it doesn’t test their limits for the sake of more play.

What daycare can support

When daycare is thoughtfully structured, it can support healthier patterns in your dog’s daily life.

More predictable daytime routines
Opportunities for appropriate movement and enrichment
Practice settling and recovering after activity
Positive, supervised social contact (when suitable)
Reduced frustration for dogs who struggle when alone for long stretches

Daycare is not a replacement for training, but it can be a helpful part of a dog’s overall support system when used well.

Honest expectations about daycare

We want you to know what daycare can and cannot do.

Daycare can:

Daycare cannot:

If we believe another service (such as training or Board & Train) would better match your dog’s needs, we’ll say so clearly rather than forcing daycare to be the answer.

Thinking about daycare for your dog?

If you’re looking for doggy daycare that values structure, emotional wellbeing, and positive reinforcement—not just nonstop activity—we’d be glad to talk about what a day here could look like for your dog.