DAY CARE

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Dog Daycare Services

At Next Level Pet Resort, our dog daycare program is designed to provide dogs with a fun, safe, structured, and enriching environment where they can play, socialize, exercise, and enjoy their day while you’re away.
Unlike many traditional daycare facilities that place dozens of dogs together in large chaotic groups, we take a more personalized and safety-focused approach. We intentionally keep our playgroups small, typically no more than 4 dogs per group, allowing for closer supervision, safer interactions, lower stress levels, and a much more controlled environment.

Who Is Daycare Best For?

Daycare can be a great fit for:
• Social dogs that enjoy structured play
• High-energy dogs needing more activity
• Puppies learning social skills
• Dogs that become bored at home
• Owners with busy work schedules
• Dogs needing additional enrichment and stimulation

Program Requirements

• Dogs must be current on required vaccinations
• Dogs must pass a daycare temperament evaluation
• Dogs must be healthy and safe to participate in group activities

For the safety of all pets and staff, dogs exhibiting dangerous or severe aggressive behavior may not qualify for group daycare.

Why Smaller Playgroups Matter

Many large daycare facilities market massive group play as “fun,” but large uncontrolled groups can actually become overwhelming, overstimulating, and unsafe for many dogs. In some facilities, dozens of dogs may be placed together with minimal supervision, often monitored by inexperienced staff with limited training in dog behavior and body language.
At Next Level Pet Resort, we believe safer, smaller, and more structured groups create a significantly better experience for dogs.
Our smaller playgroups allow us to:
• Closely monitor every interaction
• Better match dogs by size, temperament, and play style
• Reduce stress and overstimulation
• Lower the risk of fights, bullying, or negative experiences
• Give dogs more individualized attention
• Help shy or nervous dogs feel more comfortable
• Create calmer and safer play sessions
This approach helps dogs build healthier social skills and enjoy daycare in a much more positive and controlled environment.

A Safer & More Personalized Daycare Experience

Our experienced team carefully supervises daycare activities throughout the day to help ensure every dog remains safe, comfortable, and engaged. We focus on quality interactions instead of overwhelming quantity.
Our daycare features:
• Small supervised playgroups
• Experienced and knowledgeable staff
• Indoor and outdoor play areas
• Structured play and rest periods
• Climate-controlled indoor accommodations
• Outdoor enrichment and exercise opportunities
• Confidence building activities
• Cleaner and lower-stress play environments
Many dogs actually thrive in smaller groups because they are able to relax, engage appropriately, and enjoy playtime without constant chaos or pressure from large packs of dogs.

More Than Just Playtime

At Next Level Pet Resort, daycare is about much more than simply letting dogs run around together all day. We focus on creating positive experiences while helping dogs build confidence, better social skills, and appropriate behavior in a structured setting.
Some dogs may also benefit from:
• Confidence building activities
• Enrichment sessions
• Nature walks
• Basic manners reinforcement
• Exposure to new environments and experiences
• Mental stimulation and engagement activities
Every dog is different, and our team works hard to create an experience tailored to each dog’s personality, confidence level, and needs.