Doggie Day Care
''Because sometimes you just have to go out and earn the biscuits!"
What Is Our Doggie Daycare Philosophy?
At Mesa Veterinary Care Center, our standards are set high to ensure "quality care for those you love." Our goal is to provide safe, supervised playtimes, exciting learning experiences, and professional pampering for puppies and adult dogs while their owners shop, run errands, or work. Our inside daycare runs are clean, temperature- controlled, and offer meal, snack, and nap time space. Five outside play yards allow hours of opportunity for socialization, training, and exhilarating play. Our daycare dogs are placed in play groups that compliment their age, size, and temperament. The play groups are divided into three categories: small dogs, large dogs, and dogs with special needs. Our caring, enthusiastic, and trained staff is committed to providing constant supervision which ensures safe play and deters destructive behaviors.
Doggy Day Care Enrollment Form 
What Are The Benefits Of Doggie Daycare?
- A stimulating play atmosphere distracts from canine separation anxiety
- Your dog's social skills will improve, with both people and other dogs
- Added exercise will improve your dog's health
- Grooming and training opportunities are available
- Owner's become guilt-free when needing to meet personal obligations
- Your dog will be able to relax at home after a full day of activities
What Training Does The Day Care Staff Receive?
All staff members earn a certificate from a professional dog trainer that indicates instruction has been given in the following areas:
- Evaluating Temperaments
- Recognizing Potentially Bad Behavior Patterns
- Using Acceptable Methods For Handling Bad Behaviors
- Avoiding Unacceptable Methods For Handling Bad Behaviors
- Successfully Using Adversives With Dogs
- Introducing New Dogs To Play Groups
- Determining Play Groups
- Restraining Dogs
- Choosing Acceptable Games And Toys For Doggie Day Care
In addition, each staff member also receives training in:
- Administering Emergency First Aid To
- Recognizing Health Problems
- Implementing An Evacuation Plan
What Enrollment Policies Need To Be Understood?
- All dogs must be at least 10 weeks old or older.
- All registration forms must be completed, including a waiver.
- All vaccinations must be current and written proof must be provided.
- All dogs need to be spayed or neutered and written proof must be provided.
- All puppies under 6 months old are exempt from spaying or neutering policies.
- All dogs over 20 pounds or 4 months of age must pass an evaluation.
- All dogs who have not attended day care for six months need to be reevaluated.
- All dogs must generally be in good health.
- All dogs should be free from communicable disease for 30 days.
- All dogs should be well socialized with people and other dogs.
- All dogs should be non-aggressive and not food or toy protective.
- All dogs must enter and leave the facility on a leash.
- All dogs must come with a name tag and preferably a dog license on their collar.
- All dogs that become ill or injured will be examined or treated by a staff veterinarian.
- All dogs are given an opportunity for admittance except pit bulls and pit bull mixes.
- All qualified puppies or dogs that aren't enrolled will be placed on a waiting list.
- All puppies or dogs on a waiting list will be admitted on a first/come-first/serve basis according to group needs.
What Kind Of Schedule Will My Dog Experience?
| Early Morning: | Check-In Time | |
| Breakfast Is Served (your food or ours) | ||
| Mid Morning: | Races and Chases | |
| Hoops and Ladders | ||
| Late Morning: | Biscuit Break | |
| Tents and Tunnels | ||
| Balls and Boards | ||
| Midday: | Late Lunch (your food or ours) | |
| Music To Snooze By | ||
| Nap Time | ||
| Early Afternoon: | Pool Play | |
| Sprinkler Sprays | ||
| Frisbee Frolics | ||
| Confidence Courses | ||
| Mid Afternoon: | Poochie Popsicles | |
| Brush-Outs & Massages | ||
| Grooming Grandeur | ||
| Training Triumphs | ||
| Late Afternoon: | Rest & Relaxation | |
| Check-Out Time |
Birthday Parties, Holiday Happenings, and Special Celebrations Can Be Arranged For All To Enjoy!
How Much Does Doggie Day Care Cost?
All Day Care Days Are Paid For In Advance!
All Pre-Paid Passes Are Only Valid 30 Days From Their Purchase Date!
Pre-Paid Pass Rates For One Dog:
| Half Day Pass | 6:00 am.-noon or noon-6:00 pm | $14.00 | ||
| One Day Pass | 12 hour maximum | $28.00 | ||
| Five DayPass | $140.00 | |||
| Ten Day Pass | $280.00 | |||
| Twenty Day Pass | $560.00 | |||
| There is a 10% discount on any second dog brought in from the same family. | ||||
Additional Rates:
| Drop- In Rate | 3 hour minimum | $5.00 per hour | ||
| Must Be Pre-Evaluated/Already Accepted | ||||
Additional Fees
| Evaluation Fee | $20.00 | |||
| Late Pick-Up Fee | For every 30 minute delay | $5.00 | ||
| Cancellation Fee: | A Full Day Charge Will Apply Without 24 Hour Notice | |||
| Personal Name Tag Fee | $1.00 | |||
| Oral Medication Administration | Fee Per Day | $2.00 | ||
| Injectable Medication Fee | Per Day | $4.00 | ||
| Adventure Trail Experience | $5.00 | |||
| Small Dog Stroller Walk | $5.00 | |||
| Training Or Grooming Session: | Varies Dependant On Need |
Additional Services:
| Hugs & Kisses | FREE! | |||
| Yummy, Healthy Treats | FREE! | |||
| Birthday Celebration & Holiday Happenings | FREE! | |||
What are Your Hours Of Operation?
- Monday - Friday: 6:00 am. - 6:00 pm.
- Check-In: 6:00 am. - 8:00 am.
- Check-Out: 4:30 pm. - 6:00 pm.
- No Day Care On Saturdays Or Sundays
- Advanced Notice Given For Holiday Closings
How Do We Enroll For The Doggie Daycare Program?
It's easy, just follow these steps
| Step One: | PAPERWORK | Complete All Registration Forms | ||
| Step Two: | VACCINATIONS | Provide Updated Vaccination Records | ||
| Step Three: | INTERVIEW & EVALUATION | Schedule A Visit | ||
| Step Four: | LET'S PLAY! | |||
| Steps 1, 2 & 3 Must Be Completed | ||||