Dog Daycare Serving All of Calgary — From Airdrie to Okotoks
PAWS Dog Daycare is centrally located in SW Calgary — 5 minutes from Marda Loop, 8 minutes from Kensington, 7 minutes from Downtown. Families from every corner of Calgary — and beyond — choose PAWS for one reason: what their dogs get here is worth the drive.
- 1313 16 Ave SW — Connaught, Beltline
- 4.8★ — 160+ Google Reviews
- Mon–Fri — 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Kennel-Free — Since 2010
Central SW Calgary — accessible from everywhere.
PAWS Dog Daycare is located at 1313 16 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0Z7, in Connaught, on the west side of the Beltline in inner-city SW Calgary. PAWS sits close to some of Calgary's most-travelled commute routes — 17 Ave SW, Crowchild Trail, 14 Street SW, and Bow Trail — making PAWS a dog daycare in Calgary that is genuinely accessible from every quadrant of the city.
Whether you're coming from Marda Loop (5 minutes north on 14 St SW), from Kensington (8 minutes across the Bow River), or from NE Calgary via Deerfoot Trail and Memorial Drive — there's a straightforward route to our door. Most clients integrate the drop-off into their morning commute without adding meaningful time.
Street parking is available directly in front of the facility on 16 Ave SW. Drop-off windows run from 7:00 to 10:00 AM, and pickup from 3:30 to 7:00 PM. Most clients are in and out in under five minutes.
Quick Reference
- Address
- 1313 16 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0Z7
- Hours
- Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Drop-off
- 7:00 – 10:00 AM
- Pickup
- 3:30 – 7:00 PM
- Parking
- Street parking on 16 Ave SW — directly in front
- First Day
- Always free — no commitment required
Drive times from your neighbourhood.
PAWS is centrally located in Connaught, on the west side of the Beltline — here's how far you are from Calgary's top kennel-free dog daycare.
Marda Loop
North on 14 St SW, right on 16 Ave SW. One of the most popular drop-off zones for PAWS.
~5 minDog guide →Killarney
East on 17 Ave SW or north on 14 St SW — a quick, traffic-light-friendly route.
~5 minBankview
PAWS is practically in Bankview's backyard — a 3-minute drive from the neighbourhood's eastern edge.
~3 minBeltline
PAWS is in Connaught, on the west side of the Beltline. From the rest of the Beltline, head west on 17 Ave SW or 16 Ave SW — Beltline dogs are regulars at PAWS.
~5 minDog guide →Sunalta
Right next door to PAWS — your neighbourhood daycare.
<2 minShaganappi
East on Bow Trail or south on Crowchild to 16 Ave SW — a straight, simple route.
~5 minAltadore
North via 14 St SW — Altadore and Marda Loop families share the same easy drop-off route.
~5 minDog guide →South Calgary
Via 14 St SW northbound from the Glenmore Reservoir area — a quick in-and-out morning stop.
~5 min
Mission
North on 5 St SW to 17 Ave SW, west to 12 St SW, then north to 16 Ave SW. Mission dogs are a common sight in our pack.
~7 minDowntown Calgary
West on 9 Ave SW or 17 Ave SW — a 7-minute straight shot. Ideal for downtown professionals.
~7 minKensington
South on 14 St NW, across the Bow on the Mewata Bridge, to 16 Ave SW. PAWS is the most accessible kennel-free daycare for Kensington.
~8 minDog guide →Bridgeland
West on Memorial Drive, south to 16 Ave SW. Bridgeland families use PAWS as a downtown-direction drop-off.
~10 minHillhurst
South on 14 St NW over the Bow River, then east on 16 Ave SW. Efficient morning commute routing.
~8 minDog guide →Parkdale
South on 14 St NW, cross the Bow River, and you're at PAWS — no highway, no backroads.
~8 minRamsay
West via 11 Ave SE and 5 St SW to 14 Ave SW, then 12 St SW south to 16 Ave SW. Straightforward inner-city routing.
~10 minInglewood
West on 9 Ave SE, across the Elbow River, then south via 12 St SW to 16 Ave SW. A popular route for inner-city SE families.
~10 min
NW Calgary
Via Crowchild Trail south to Memorial Drive, then 14 St NW across the Bow. Banff Trail, University District, and Varsity — all manageable morning commutes.
~12–15 minNE Calgary
Via Deerfoot Trail south to Memorial Drive, then downtown to 12 St SW and 16 Ave SW. NE families choose PAWS for the quality, not the distance.
~15–20 minSE Calgary
Via Macleod Trail north or Deerfoot Trail, connecting to inner-city SW via the Elbow River. A commitment that many SE owners make for their dogs.
~15–20 minSW Suburbs
Lakeview, Glenbrook, Signal Hill — via Glenmore Trail or 37 St SW north to 16 Ave SW.
~15 min
Airdrie
About 30 minutes south on Deerfoot Trail. Airdrie families make the regular trip to PAWS because the structured daycare experience is unlike anything closer to home.
~30 minCochrane
About 30 minutes east via Highway 1A and Crowchild Trail. Cochrane dog owners commuting into Calgary make PAWS a natural stop en route.
~30 minOkotoks
About 30 minutes north via Macleod Trail or Deerfoot Trail. South-of-city families who work downtown drop their dogs at PAWS on the way in.
~30 min
Drive times are approximate based on typical morning conditions. Many clients naturally pass PAWS on their downtown commute route.
The drive is worth it — here's why.
We don't apologize for being a destination. When you see the difference in your dog after their first week at PAWS, you'll understand exactly why families from Airdrie to Okotoks drive past closer options to come here.
Structured Socialization
Most daycares are controlled chaos — large groups, minimal oversight, no structure. At PAWS, dogs of every size, energy level, and temperament play together in one pack — we call it Structured Socialization. Pack leaders actively manage the social dynamics throughout the day. Your dog doesn't just survive daycare — they learn, develop, and genuinely thrive.
Kennel-Free, All Day
No kennels. No crates. No "rest period" that's really just dogs locked in runs. At PAWS, dogs roam freely in open supervised spaces from the moment they arrive to the moment you pick them up. Downtime is structured — it involves calm, rest, and enrichment, not confinement. It's a real difference that dogs feel, and owners notice.
Daily Adventure Pack Walks
Every dog at PAWS goes on a 45–60 minute outdoor pack walk through Calgary's parks and pathways — every single day, included in the daycare rate. This isn't a bonus or an add-on. It's built into the PAWS program because physical exercise and mental stimulation together are what actually tired dogs need. You'll notice the difference the moment your dog gets home.
Your First Day Is Free
New dogs get a complimentary introductory day at PAWS — no commitment, no payment required. It's how we've always welcomed new pack members, and it's the best way to see exactly what your dog gets here before committing to anything. Request yours online.
4.8★ — 160+ Google Reviews
Over 160 five-star reviews from Calgary dog owners — from Marda Loop to Airdrie, from Kensington to SE Calgary. The reviews tell the story: dogs come home tired and happy, owners have peace of mind, and the pack walk transforms weekday behaviour. Read more about what we offer.
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Directions from major Calgary routes.
PAWS is at 1313 16 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0Z7 — about a block east of 14 St SW, in Connaught on the west side of the Beltline. Street parking is available on 16 Ave SW directly in front.
From Marda Loop & SW Calgary
From Marda Loop's 33rd Ave core, head north on 14 St SW and turn right onto 16 Ave SW. PAWS is immediately on your right at 1313. Total: 5 minutes. Alternatively, take Crowchild Trail north to the 17 Ave SW interchange, head east, then north on 14 St SW to 16 Ave. Either route works equally well in morning conditions.
From NW Calgary via Crowchild Trail
Take Crowchild Trail southbound to the Memorial Drive exit, then 14 St NW south across the Bow. Turn left (east) on 16 Ave SW — PAWS is at 1313, just past 14 St SW on your right. From Kensington or Hillhurst, use the 14 St NW bridge to cross the Bow River instead — faster and more direct. Total: 8 minutes from Kensington, 8 minutes from Banff Trail.
From Downtown & Beltline
From Downtown, head south on 5 St SW to 14 Ave SW, turn right (west), then left (south) onto 12 St SW and right onto 16 Ave SW — PAWS is on your left at 1313. From the Beltline, take 17 Ave SW west to 12 St SW, then turn right (north) and left onto 16 Ave SW. Many downtown professionals drop their dogs off on the way to the office. Total: 7 minutes from the core.
From Airdrie, Cochrane & Okotoks
From Airdrie, take Deerfoot Trail south into Calgary, then Memorial Drive west to 14 St SW, and south to 16 Ave SW. From Cochrane, take Highway 1A, which becomes Crowchild Trail, into the city — PAWS is right on the way. From Okotoks, Macleod Trail north connects to inner-city SW via Glenmore or 14 St. Many satellite city clients time their drop-off to align with a downtown workday — PAWS is a natural waypoint.
Service area questions from Calgary dog owners.
Is PAWS Dog Daycare close to Marda Loop?
Marda Loop is one of PAWS's closest and most popular client neighbourhoods. From the Marda Loop core (33rd Ave and 14 St SW area), PAWS is about a 5-minute drive heading north on 14 St SW and turning right on 16 Ave SW. Street parking is available directly in front at 1313 16 Ave SW. It's one of the shortest commutes to a full-service, kennel-free daycare in the city for Marda Loop and Altadore families. See our SW Calgary dog daycare page for full directions and what to expect.
Does PAWS serve NW Calgary?
Yes — NW Calgary is one of PAWS's most active client quadrants. Kensington and Hillhurst are about 8 minutes away via the 14 St NW bridge over the Bow River. Banff Trail and University District are 8 minutes via Crowchild Trail south. Varsity is about 12 minutes. Many NW Calgary professionals drop their dogs at PAWS on the way to work downtown — the westbound morning commute naturally passes right by us. See our NW Calgary dog daycare page for detailed routes and neighbourhood-specific drive times.
How far do people drive to get to PAWS?
Our clients come from all over Calgary and beyond. We regularly serve families from Airdrie (~30 minutes north on Deerfoot Trail), Okotoks (~30 minutes south via Macleod Trail), and Cochrane (~30 minutes west via Highway 1A). These families drive past other daycare options because PAWS offers something they can't find closer to home — structured socialization, daily pack walks, and a kennel-free environment that genuinely changes how their dogs behave. When you notice the difference in your dog, the drive becomes easy to justify.
Is there parking at PAWS?
Yes. Street parking is available directly in front of PAWS on 16 Ave SW at 1313. There is no complicated parking situation — pull up, hand off your dog during the 7:00–10:00 AM drop-off window, and you're on your way. Most clients complete drop-off in under five minutes. Pickup runs from 3:30–7:00 PM. There are no paid lots or structured parking requirements — just street parking on a well-managed inner-city block.
What neighbourhoods are closest to PAWS?
PAWS Dog Daycare is located in Connaught, on the west side of the Beltline in inner-city SW Calgary. The closest neighbourhoods are: Sunalta (<2 min), Bankview (~3 min), Marda Loop (~5 min), Killarney (~5 min), Altadore (~5 min), Mission (~7 min), Downtown Calgary (~7 min), Kensington (~8 min via Bow River bridge), and Bridgeland (~10 min via Memorial Drive). The central location makes PAWS accessible from virtually every area of Calgary within a reasonable morning commute.
Ready to learn more?
- Learn More
Kennel-Free Dog Daycare
Full overview of what PAWS offers — kennel-free all day, pack walks, and Structured Socialization.
- First Day Guide
What to Expect
Everything you need to know before your dog's first day — from drop-off to pickup.
- Request Free Intro Day
Register Your Dog
Request your Intro Day online — your first day is always free. One new dog accepted per day.
- Get in Touch
Contact Us
Questions about your commute route, parking, or getting started? We're happy to help.