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    • Dog Lodging
    • Dog Daycare/On-site Care
    • Dog Grooming
    • Pet Sitting/Dog Walking
  • FAQs
  • Contact

Three Daytime Dog Care Paths, Purposeful by Design

Not every dog thrives in the same environment—and that’s okay. At Howliday Inn, we offer three daytime dog care options, each thoughtfully designed to meet dogs where they are emotionally, physically, and socially.

How We Decide the Best Fit?

Deluxe Dog Daycare/Group Play

Deluxe Dog Daycare/Group Play

Deluxe Dog Daycare/Group Play

For dogs who enjoy social interaction with other dogs


Our Dog Daycare program is designed for pups who genuinely enjoy playing with canine friends—without the overwhelm of all-day, large-group play.


What makes our daycare different:

  • Small, customized play groups based on energy level and personality
     
  • Structured play sessions balanced with mandatory rest periods
     
  • Constant supervision by our trained daycare team
     
  • A focus on mental and physical wellness, not exhaustion
     

We do not believe in one-size-fits-all daycare or all-day play. Dogs change over time, and their social preferences can evolve. Our approach allows us to adjust groupings and care plans to ensure every dog feels safe, confident, and fulfilled.

Hybrid Daycare

Deluxe Dog Daycare/Group Play

Deluxe Dog Daycare/Group Play

For dogs who enjoy group play—best in balance


Some dogs love social play but thrive with shorter, structured daycare paired with individualized care. Our Hybrid Care option offers a balanced day designed to prevent overstimulation.

Ideal for dogs who:

  • Enjoy daycare but tire with full-day group play
     
  • Need extra downtime to reset and decompress
     
  • Do best with a mix of social time and human-focused engagement
     

What Hybrid Care Includes:

  • ½ day of approved Dog Daycare
     
  • ½ day of one-on-one enrichment care with our Dog Counselors
     
  • A thoughtful balance of activity, enrichment, and rest
     

This option is especially popular for lodging guests approved for group play who don’t attend regular daycare—allowing them to enjoy social time without burnout.

On-Site Daytime Care (1-on-1)

Deluxe Dog Daycare/Group Play

On-Site Daytime Care (1-on-1)

For dogs who prefer people over other dogs


Some dogs don’t enjoy group play—but still need a safe place to go during the day. Our On-Site Daytime Care program is perfect for dogs who thrive with individual attention instead of social play.

This option is ideal for dogs who:

  • Prefer human companionship
     
  • Are selective, shy, or uncomfortable around other dogs
     
  • Are seniors, recovering from injury, or easily overstimulated
     
  • Need structured enrichment without group interaction
     

What On-Site Care Includes:

  • One-on-one care with our trained Dog Counselors
     
  • Customized mental and physical enrichment
     
  • Individual outdoor breaks
     
  • Rest time in a calm, comfortable space
     
  • A predictable, low-stress routine
     

Your dog still enjoys a full, engaging day—just without the pressure of group play.

We prioritize thoughtful placement, matching each dog to the care that fits them best.

How We Get Started & Helpful Info

Social Evaluation Requirements:


  • New daycare dogs: Online Off-Leash Play Application + 2-day evaluation
     
  • Dogs absent 3–6 months: 1-day evaluation


  • Dogs absent 6+ months: 2-day evaluation
     

All evaluations include a fee.

View our Social Eval Flyer

Safety & Supervision

Dogs will be dogs—and while rare, minor scratches or bumps can occur during play. Our team closely monitors all interactions, intervenes early if play becomes too intense, and uses on-site Dog First Aid when needed. Any concern, no matter how small, is communicated to pet parents before pickup.

Spay & Neuter Guidelines

All dogs participating in group play must be spayed or neutered according to breed size:

  • Small breeds: by 7 months
  • Large breeds: by 1 year
  • Giant breeds: by 2 years
     

Dogs currently attending daycare who are not yet altered may continue only if they:

  • Play appropriately with other dogs
  • Show no persistent mounting behavior
  • Can be easily redirected by staff
     

If concerns arise, the Dog Care Supervisor will contact you to discuss next steps that best support your dog.

Rates

Deluxe Dog Daycare and on-site, in-house dog sitting rates start at:

  • $27 for a Half Day (up to 5 hours)
  • $37.50 for a Full Day

We offer discounted rates for additional dogs from the same family, making it easy for multi-dog households to enjoy care together.


For our most frequent guests, we also offer membership options that combine some of our most popular services into a monthly allotment tailored to:

  • What your pup enjoys most
  • Your schedule
  • Your budget

To learn more, take a look at our Membership Flyer for available plans and savings.

More Questions???

Be sure to check out our FAQ Page - Dog Daycare section which has answers to some of our most common Daycare questions.

Dog Daycare/On-Site FAQs

Interested in a Social Evaluation for My Pup(s)!

Off-Leash Play Application

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