Frequently Asked Questions

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If your dog is crated at home we do offer crates at camp. Often we get puppies who protest bedtime… Sound familiar? We always crate youngsters and high energy dogs because they can’t distinguish playtime from bedtime. Although their behavior may not be the same at home, remember that at camp they are surrounded by other dogs that are possible playmates.

However, if you have a senior dog we have plenty of beds blankets cats and couches for your best friend to find a place to sleep.

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Everywhere! We have dog beds, blankets and pillows scattered all over the house. There are also couches and easy chairs.

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Probably not a great idea. Everyone else will sleep in it while your dog selects a new cozy spot to try out. Plus, there’s no guarantee it won’t get shredded and not be returned in good condition.

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Yes! At mid-day we offer the puppy’s and the dogs with fast metabolisms lunch along with naptime.

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We certainly can. Just put the meds in a baggie with his/her name and the date it should be given. Rest assured it will be administered right on time.

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Although we don’t do any formal training, we are happy to address any specific issues you have, ie: jumping up, rushing at food bowls, mouthing, house training and basic commands.

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Our yards are enclosed with 6 foot cyclone fencing. The gates are kept locked. Only dogs with good recall are taken out to the off leash un-fenced areas for hiking and swimming. We’ve never (knock wood) lost a dog.

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That is okay! We have open space for your dog to run around with his or her new friends. Also, we have harnesses along with 30ft leashes that allow us to take your dog out hiking. Without letting go of the leash your pup receives the same experience as those who are off leash.

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You certainly can! Tips are a way to show your appreciation for the extra special care and love our staff shows for your fur-kid. All tips are pooled and shared among the staff and the van team.

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Dogs LOVE to be dirty and we as pet parents prefer them to be clean. Our solution is bathing them before they return home. Our baths are very reasonably priced and include nail clipping, a thorough ear cleaning, teeth wiped with dental wipes and their collars washed. Please be sure to let us know if you would NOT like your dog to be bathed before the return.

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The majority of our clients want their dogs bathed so if you opt to skip the bath and your dog is excessively dirty we may have to crate them for the return trip so we can avoid dirtying the clean dogs.

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First, we test your pup in the play yard. If they respond well to their name, they go on their “test hike” during which they will wear a harness and a 30 foot leash. If they do well, their counselor will drop the leash. If they continue to do well and pass this test, they will unclip the leash, and won’t need the harness & leash for future hikes.