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Why Take Your Dog To Dog Daycare?

Why Dog Daycare? Let Canine To Five help your dog out socially, physically, and emotionally!

When I first told friends and family that I was going to open a dog daycare in the Cass Corridor in 2005, they thought I was crazy. I tried to explain the many benefits of dog daycare, but I don't think they got it.  Fast forward 8 years - our first location serves over 75 dogs per day, and we're opened a new place in Ferndale, right on Hilton Road north of 9 Mile.  I still get the question all the time though - why would someone take their dog to daycare?  And my answer is - lots of reasons.....

  • Daycare will benefit your dog socially, physically, and emotionally.
  • Your dog will learn social skills, with other dogs and humans.
  • Your dog will be exercised, which aids weight control.
  • Daycare will allow you and your dog to relax at the end of the day.
  • Daycare decreases boredom that can lead to destructive behavior such as barking and chewing.
  • Dogs are pack animals. Daycare gives your dog the opportunity to interact with others.
  • Your dog’s special needs, such as medicine administration, will be met.
  • You will gain peace of mind in knowing that your dog is being taken care of.
  • Your dog’s simple manners, such as “sit, down and no bark” will be reinforced.

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