BEFORE YOUR FIRST VISIT
A Few Things We Require
To keep every dog safe, comfortable, and happy while they’re with us, all new guests must meet a few important requirements.
Getting to Know Your Dog
Trial Day
Every dog is different, and we take the time to get to know yours.
Your dog will begin with a full day of daycare so our team can see how they interact with other dogs, respond to our staff, settle into our routine, and rest comfortably in our kennels.
For some dogs, one day is all we need. Others may benefit form additionl daycare visits or an overnight stay or two before they’re fully approved for ongoing daycare or boarding.
We’ll let you know what we recommend based on your dog- not a one-size-fits-all checklist.
Scheduling
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
Drop off 8–9 AM
Pick up 3–5 PM
Pricing
Trial Day
$36 per dog
What to Bring
Leash – all dogs must arrive leashed
Vaccination Records – submitted before the Trial Day
Food – only if your dog needs a meal during their visit
Just So You Know
All Trial Days are by appointment only.
To keep our guests calm and comfortable, we do not offer walk-in tours.
Additional daycare visits or overnight stays may be recommended depending on your dog.
Every dog deserves to feel safe, comfortable, and understood.
Our standards help us create a peaceful environment where dogs can relax, play, and enjoy being Almost Home.
Behavior & Group Play Expectations
Deal
Breakers
Breakers
● Aggression toward dogs or people
● Extreme anxiety or distress
● Excessive or nonstop barking
● Resource guarding
Our Promise
We Know Dogs.
Your Dog’s Comfort Comes First.
Your Dog’s Comfort Comes First.
Every dog is different. Some are outgoing, some are cautious, some settle in quickly, and some need a little more time. We pay attention to those differences and do our best to understand what each dog is telling us.
Our priority is always to do what is best for your dog. That means being honest with you about how they are doing here, whether it is their first trial day or their twentieth stay.
Trial days give us the opportunity to thoughtfully evaluate your dog’s comfort level, personality, play style, and ability to settle. We introduce them at their pace, give them time to adjust, and communicate clearly with you about what we see.
The Next Step
Ready to Get Started?
Create your account in our client portal. Once we receive your registration, our team will reach out to answer your questions and help schedule your dog’s trial day.
