Although we never require proof of vaccination, we do want you to be aware there is always the risk of any dogs contracting kennel cough when a group of pups get together- it only takes one to spread the love. Although this usually isn’t a serious concern and most dogs will get over it on their own pretty quickly, it is something that the bordetella vaccine can usually at least minimize symptoms. I do not recommend bringing any bones or toys for your baby, unless you bring enough to share with all the puppy friends. Giving one dog a bone/chew and not the others tends to end in some very grumpy dogs. The toys are fun for them at home, but they will likely get torn, lost, or fought over in a group environment. We have PLENTY of bones, antlers, chew toys, and regular toys around for all the dogs to share. We DO NOT allow rawhide for our dogs, so if you bring some chews to share, please be sure they’re rawhide free. I do take pup friends from multiple families at a time and this is very common around busy holiday times. We’ve had many friends come to stay at the same time and it’s always been a fun time for them all!

Sometimes we take the dogs for walks down our street but have been known to take them out to the lake and the dog park with owners permission. But our backyard is always a favorite place to run and play! We like to have supervised free play and understand that meeting new friends can sometimes be stressful. I watch closely for any signs of anxiety and will step in and separate if I see the need to calm nerves.