At Friendly Grove, daycare is more than a place to burn off energy. Our Enriched Daycare Program combines supervised play with guided learning, mental stimulation, and real-life skills practice, so your dog builds confidence and good manners while having a great day.
In a traditional daycare, dogs are simply grouped together to run around. Ours adds structure: each dog has an assigned daycare counselor, practices foundation skills every day, and works through a new enrichment theme each month.
What makes our daycare different
- Daily mental and physical enrichment, not just open play
- An assigned daycare counselor for every dog
- A training-based curriculum with progress your dog can show you at home
- Weekly behavior and development reviews by our team
- A high staff-to-dog ratio for closer supervision
- Two large indoor playrooms plus outdoor yards
Foundation skills practiced every day
Throughout the day, counselors weave short training moments into play. These are the everyday manners that make life at home, on walks, and at the vet easier.
- Sit
- Come
- Leave it
- Quiet
- Off (no jumping up)
- Gate and door manners
- Calm greetings
- Polite play with dogs and people
- Handling and confidence building
Monthly enrichment themes
Each month adds a new focus to keep dogs mentally engaged and ready for the sights, sounds, and situations they meet in everyday life.
- JanuaryRolling into the New YearConfidence around rolling objects like skateboards, carts, and wheelchairs
- FebruaryLove Is in the AirExposure to floating objects and new sounds
- MarchSpring ForwardScent games and brainwork
- AprilSpring FlingRecall and gate manners
- MayWaiting for the SunImpulse control and patience games
- JuneNoise AwarenessGetting comfortable with loud sounds ahead of July 4th fireworks
- JulyIndependenceOne-on-one skill tuning and confidence
- AugustAgility AugustTunnels, weave poles, hurdles, and coordination
- SeptemberTrickstersNew tricks for dogs of all ages
- OctoberDress UpConfidence around costumes and unusual sights
- NovemberTable MannersPracticing "leave it" around food
- DecemberHowliday CheerReinforcing everything learned during the year
Daycare options
Every dog is different. We match each dog to the setting where they're most comfortable and safe.
Scheduled play groups
A consistent group of familiar dogs, so your dog enjoys a steady social pack from visit to visit.
Private daycare
Individual attention and care for dogs who do better one-on-one or need a quieter day.
Separate play areas
Dedicated spaces for small dogs, large dogs, and dogs who need special care.
Why daycare is good for your dog
- A healthy alternative to staying home alone all day
- Structured play, socialization, training, and stimulation in one visit
- Personal attention with professional supervision
- Dogs go home happier, calmer, and more relaxed
Dog daycare FAQs
How is Friendly Grove's daycare different from a regular dog daycare?
Instead of only open play, our Enriched Daycare Program adds daily mental stimulation, foundation skills practice, an assigned daycare counselor for each dog, weekly behavior reviews, and a new enrichment theme every month.
What skills will my dog practice in daycare?
Dogs practice sit, come, leave it, quiet, off, gate and door manners, calm greetings, polite play with dogs and people, and handling.
Are small and large dogs kept separate?
Yes. We have separate areas for small dogs, large dogs, and dogs who need special care.
What if my dog doesn't enjoy group play?
We offer private daycare with individual attention for dogs who are more comfortable one-on-one.
What are your daycare hours?
We're open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm and Saturday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. We're closed on Sunday.
Book your dog's daycare day
A safe, structured day can make a real difference in your dog's happiness and behavior. Book online through the owner portal or call us to get started.
Book Daycare Call (360) 352-1322