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Structured Daycare

At Best Paw Forward, daycare isn’t a drop-in service – it’s a structured membership program designed for dogs who thrive on routine, clear expectations, and consistent handling.

Every dog in our daycare has earned their place through training, allowing us to maintain a calm, safe, and enriching environment where good behavior is reinforced daily – not undone.

Our daycare program is primarily available to dogs who have completed one of our training programs within the last 6 months. This ensures every dog in our care understands basic structure, handling, and social expectations.

Dogs who have not trained with us may be considered on a case-by-case basis, and a one-time paid temperament assessment may be required.

Why Choose Structured Daycare:

Here’s how we’re different:

  • Reinforced Training: Our skilled training staff ensures that the good manners your dog learned in our training programs are consistently reinforced throughout their daycare experience.
  • Safer Environment: Your dog interacts with a small, familiar group of well-matched companions, reducing the risk of exposure to unknown dogs and their behaviors.
  • Balanced Routine: We combine play, mental stimulation (like agility courses and scent work), and restful downtime to prevent overstimulation or exhaustion.
  • Healthier Dogs: Structured activities and controlled socialization reduce stress and the risk of illness, helping your dog thrive.

    At the end of the day, your dog will come home fulfilled, happy, and pleasantly tired – ready to relax with you!

What to Expect at Best Paw Forward Daycare:

Our program is designed to enrich your dog’s day with:

  • Supervised Play: Carefully matched playgroups to ensure safety and positive interactions.
  • Engaging Activities: From agility to scent games, we keep their minds sharp and their tails wagging.
  • Downtime: Rest is a critical part of a balanced day, helping your dog recharge and stay relaxed.

We believe in quality over quantity. Every dog receives personalized attention and care in an environment that prioritizes their physical and emotional well-being.

Daycare Enrollment & Pricing

Dogs with a history of aggression toward other animals are not eligible, but we can often work with shy, nervous, or barky dogs.

If we find that daycare isn’t the right fit for your dog, we’ll let you know right away. Our priority is always your dog’s safety and happiness.

Monthly Daycare Memberships

You select your dog’s weekly daycare days, and your monthly membership reserves that spot for them ongoing until you notify us to cancel. Membership pricing is based on number of days per week:

  • $185/month for 1 day per week
  • $365/month for 2 days per week
  • $535/month for 3 days per week
  • $700/month for 4 days per week
  • $875/month for 5 days per week

Your membership fee holds your dog’s place in our program regardless of whether a particular week has four or five occurrences of your selected day. Because daycare spots are reserved specifically for your dog, memberships continue until cancelled.

Membership fees are not refundable for missed days. A minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is required to cancel or change your reserved days.

Occasional drop in days: A limited number od drop-in days may be available, subject to staffing and space. Cost: $45/day. 

Avilability is not guaranteed and advance notice is required. 

Enhance Your Dog’s Day with Training

Want to make the most of daycare? Add personalized training sessions with our trainers:

  • 1 day per week daycare
    • 1 session per day – $100/month
    • 2 sessions per day – $150/month
  • 2 days per week daycare
    • 1 session per day – $180/month
    • 2 sessions per day – $275/month
  • 3 days per week daycare
    • 1 session per day – $250/month
    • 2 sessions per day – $400/month
  • 4 days per week daycare
    • 1 session per day – $320/month
    • 2 sessiosn per day – $500/month
  • 5 days per week daycare
    • 1 session per day – $375/month
    • 2 sessions per day – $575/month

These sessions help reinforce specific skills or tackle any areas needing improvement.

Not wanting to commit? Add a single training session to any daycare day for $25 (cash or check), payable the week of attendance.

schedule

Drop off & Pick up Times

Drop-Off: Monday – Friday, 7:15 am – 9:00 am
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Pick-Up: Monday – Thursday, 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm; Friday, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Late pick-ups are not available due to our class/lesson schedule. A late fee of $10 per 15 minutes applies after closing time.

Ready to Enroll?

Enrollment is first-come, first-served, and space is limited to maintain the quality of care.
 
Daycare operates as a monthly membership, and payment is required to reserve enrollment.

To enroll, email us at info@bestpawforwardinc.com with your preferred daycare days. We’ll confirm availability and send your enrollment form and first invoice within 24 hours.

 
Monthly membership payments are due on the 1st of each month. Memberships remain active until canceled with proper notice. Failure to submit payment by the due date will result in cancellation and release of the reserved spot.