PAWS Dog Daycare

Request an Intro Day in Calgary

Start with an Intro Day to assess whether group daycare suits your dog. Staff supervise introductions, walks and play, then discuss how the day went with you.

Before you request an Intro Day

A quick check for your dog, your schedule and your first visit.

Weekdays only

7 am–7 pm · Closed weekends & statutory holidays.

General drop-off is by 10 am. Your Intro Day may have a different arrival window; check your request.

Comfortable with other dogs?

Kennel-free care means group play.

If your dog is fearful, has snapped or needs behavioural support, they start with an initial assessment call: call us to set it up; behavioural support may have different pricing.

Plan for pickup at 3–4 pm

The 3–4 pm window is strongly recommended, not a mandatory cutoff. It gives us more time to discuss the day and answer your questions before the pickup rush.

Pickup until 7 pm is available if needed, but we discourage such a long first day.

Have vaccination records ready

Core vaccines (DHPP) and Rabies required. Bordetella strongly recommended.

Read the first-day guide: puppy requirements, intake & what to bring

A request first. Staff confirmation next.

For dogs comfortable in group play. Dogs with behavioural concerns skip these steps and start with the assessment call above; mention any concerns in the Intro questions and we will call you.

  1. 01 · Set up

    Answer a few questions about your dog, create your PAWS login and verify your phone.

  2. 02 · Request

    Choose an available date. Review times and cancellation terms, add vaccination records and sign the agreements, then submit.

  3. 03 · Await confirmation

    Your request is pending. It does not confirm a reservation or approve your dog for daycare.

Start your Intro Day request

Need to change a pending request? Contact staff.

Compare later-visit rates & package conditions

Registration Checklist

Check these requirements before your first visit.

  • Vaccinations

    We keep everyone healthy by requiring up-to-date CORE vaccines (distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, parainfluenza) and Rabies. Bordetella is strongly recommended every 6–12 months. Puppies are welcome from 12 weeks with at least 2 sets of DHPP or a letter from their vet.

  • Spay & Neuter

    For the safety and comfort of all our dogs, dogs over 1 year must be spayed or neutered.

  • Extra Support

    Every dog is different, and some need a little extra care. We work with a limited number of dogs who need behavioral support through our dedicated socialization program. Not sure if your dog is ready for group daycare? Give us a call at (403) 984-9247 to discuss whether support is suitable and available for your dog.

What to Expect

What Your Dog's Day Looks Like

We welcome one new dog per day. Staff supervise introductions and observe your dog's comfort with the group. Every dog adjusts at their own pace; this is a typical day.

  1. Morning

    Pack walk. The day starts with a supervised group walk. Staff observe how your dog responds to the group.

  2. Daytime

    Supervised play. Structured Socialization: one pack of all sizes, led by our pack leaders, who monitor body language and adjust play as needed.

  3. Afternoon

    Rest. Quiet downtime to recharge — rest breaks are part of the day alongside walks and play.

  4. 3:00 – 4:00 PM

    Pickup & report card. We recommend collecting first-day pups now, before the evening rush, so we can walk you through how the day went and answer your questions. Pickup until 7 pm is available if needed, but we do not recommend such a long first day.

New or nervous? Completely normal. Our pack leaders guide anxious dogs at their own pace and never force an introduction. Behavioural concerns? Start with an assessment call instead of requesting a date, so staff can plan the right introduction.
See the Full First-Day Guide

Still have questions? Call us at (403) 984-9247

Optional later visits: Intro 5 Visits

$249 + GST · One dog, one package · Use within 30 days. For dogs comfortable in group settings. Ask staff about eligibility before buying in-store; a purchase does not replace the Intro Day assessment.

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