Welcome to Camp Canine! Camp Canine is a fun adventure for your dog and their safety is our first priority. This is a bit of information about how our facility operates and cares for your furry family member.
General
Collars and Leashes: Please remove all flea collars before bringing your dog. Please keep your dog on a leash while entering or leaving our facility. Do
NOT allow your dog to approach other dogs or people. Not all dogs on the premises are dog friendly and behaviors can be influenced by being on leash and with their owners. All collars and leashes are removed once the dog is secure in our premises.
Lodging
During your dogs stay, our facility offers Doggie Daycare for eligible, active and social dogs. They will get lots of exercise, make new friends, and be very sleepy once back home if they participate in daycare. (We retain the right to remove a dog from the daycare program at any time.) Please refer to the Daycare Sheet for more detailed information. We also take dogs that are not dog friendly or eligible for the daycare program. Please read the following information to determine if our environment is right for your dog. Keep in mind that when you signed your Pet Profile, you acknowledged that you are responsible for any expenses your dog incurs while at Camp Canine.
For dogs in our daycare program, we utilize private camp sites for overnights versus a 'cage free' environment. Dogs that spend 24 hours a day interacting with of other dogs spend a tremendous amount of time in an aroused state. Even the "happy arousal" that results from good, clean, play can take an emotional and physical toll on a dog over time. For most dogs, as their level of tiredness increases, their tolerance decreases, making them more prone to scuffles or even full-blown fights with other dogs. We like to give our dogs a chance to unwind and get a good night’s sleep at the end of a long day of play, by settling into their own private campsite with their belongings, treats and food.
For dogs not in our daycare program, we utilize private camp sites for overnights so they have access to their belongings, treats and food. Each dog receives 3-4 outside potty breaks daily along with some one on one time with the staff. Additional cuddles, play sessions, walks, potty breaks or treadmill sessions can be added for an additional charge.
All dogs are serenaded by soothing music overnight.
Schedule: Office hours Mon – Sat 7:00am - 6:00pm. During these hours dogs must be dropped off between 7am - Noon to play in our daycare program that day. All dogs must be dropped off no later than 4:45pm to stay the night. Pick up’s are by 6:00pm Monday-Saturday. The office is closed from 12-1pm on Saturday’s. Sunday hours are by appointment only from 7-9:00am & 4-6:00pm. If you decide to change your pick up time you MUST call and let us know.
Please visit our online portal to schedule your future appointments.
Please make us aware of any recent issues or illnesses your dog may be experiencing. Tell us if there are any lumps, bumps, scrapes or sores on your dog. Inform us if there are any behaviors or conditions your dog may experience while under stress or while they have boarded previously. Prior to the stay, we also must be made aware of any medications, vitamins/supplements or topicals that need to be administered. There will be a charge for complex medications and/or anything that we were not made aware of prior to the stay.
Food / Belongings: We recommend that you bring your dog's regular food when he/she stays with us (must be in an enclosed plastic container). Remember changing your dog's routine does cause stress and changing their food can add further stress to their digestive system. If your dog is here for a longer stay, and is participating in our daycare program you may want to increase the amount you normally give due to the extra activity. Also for picky eaters you should bring something to add to their food to entice them to eat (moist treats, parmesan cheese or canned food).
You are welcome to bring 1 blanket, 1 toy, 1 bone and up to 2 types of treats for your dog to help them feel more comfortable. If this is the first time your dog is boarding, you may even want to bring an item of clothing that has your scent to make your dog feel more relaxed. Please understand that anything you bring to put in your dog’s camp site may be ruined. (Dogs sometimes need a night to adjust to their new routine or on occasion a dog may also play with and/or destroy items in their campsite.)
Please do not bring bowls for your dog (unless there is a special need). We provide stainless steel bowls for their food and water. We will not put rawhides or anything we feel may be a choking hazard into your dog’s camp site. Please be aware that different surroundings can cause a change in regular habits such as eating, drinking, bowel movements and urination.
Bath / Grooming Services: If your dog stays with us for 7 nights or more, they are entitled to a free bath* before they leave. (*Free bath does not include nail trim or cleaning of the ears and we reserve the right to void this offer.) We can also add a grooming, bath or nail trim to your dog’s stay with us for an additional charge.
Illness: Viruses are impossible for us to prevent. If your dog is young or is not exposed to other dogs, your dog’s immune system will be more susceptible and less able to fight off viruses. Being exposed to viruses is also how your dog’s immune system is strengthened. All dogs are required to be vaccinated with the Bordetella vaccine. However, it
DOES NOT prevent the dogs from catching this illness. This is an airborne illness that does not require contact with another dog. A healthy looking dog may come to Camp that has yet to show any symptoms, and then develop an illness. We disinfect each campsite at the end of a dog’s stay and have an air purification system to help combat these type of illnesses however, outbreaks can occasionally happen. It is imperative that you inform us if your dog develops any type of illness after their stay so we can communicate this information appropriately.
(Remember that we do not assume responsibility for veterinary expenses for dogs that pick up an illness while in our care.)
General: We do take pictures and post them on Facebook daily (Keep in mind we cannot get every dog every day.) We recommend following our page so you stay up to date on any communications regarding our facility. Visit our page at Camp Canine CT.
After the stay: We try not to feed dogs close to their pick up time to ensure there are no digestive issues due to the excitement of going home (seeing you and the car ride). We will let you know at pick up if your dog needs to still be fed. Please wait a few hours before feeding your dog upon their return home. Your dog(s) will be very thirsty and tired from the excitement of their stay. Give minimal water after returning home. After longer stays, it is normal for it to take a couple days for your dog to fully recover from all the activity of their stay. Please contact us and let us know if you have any issues or concerns after your stay.
Thank you for taking the time to read this and please let us know if you have any questions. We hope that your dog(s) enjoys their stay at Camp Canine!
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