Our outside play areas are the centerpiece of Puptown, they are what lets dogs be dogs!   Our pups spend most of their day running and playing to their hearts content. With 7 spaces we can easily group our dogs so each one is safe, comfortable and happy in their day.  Each area has different play structures. Most of these structures are made out of pallets, and all are built and designed by Tyler.

This first photo is Play Area #1.  It is the first of our three big areas. (There is a map of how the areas all fit together at the end). Play Areas 1 & 2 are for the bigger dogs - bigger in size and/or personality.  You can see how our play yards are truly the outdoors and our dogs love it! 

This next photo is Play Area #2. (It shares a wall with Play Area #1  and Play Area #3). You can see black tarp on the walls. These tarps prevent fence fighting and are on all of our fencing, except for outside walls.  We have since added plywood along the walls, over the tarp, to prevent the dogs from seeing the shadows of dogs on the other side. This way our dogs are now more interested in the group they are with than the dogs on the other side.  

Pictured here is the pathway that connects all play areas and the two buildings.  This pathway allows for the smooth and safe transfer of dogs from one area to another. You can see Play Area #1 on the left (with Play Area #2 in the background) and Play Area #4 on and Play Area #5 on the right. 

Here is a sketch of our layout.  We have grown and adjusted since this drawing was done - and it will be replaced soon.  Both Play Areas 1 & 2 are for dogs big in size and personality.  Play Area 5 is our 'Puppy Pen' and Play Areas 3 & 4 are for dogs that are only comfortable with a few other dogs, or need a break from the crowd.  In addition the buiding marked Boarding is now the Welcome Building.   The black rectangles are gates or doors.  (When the dogs in Area 1 or 2 go in the facility for some down time the puppies get to play in the big spaces.)  We will also have photos of the other areas up soon. 

This is the general idea of your dogs day at Puptown.  That said flexibility and adjustments are a necessity when loving, playing with and caring for dogs!  

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We also make an activity plan for each week and often post it on Facebook. When we can, we will repeat an idea for individual dogs that weren't here on a certain day.   Here is one of our weekly plans.

Do you offer daycare on weekends? We do with dogs we are boarding but for daycare itself we are only open Monday to Friday.  

Can we schedule a Meet & Greet on the weekend? If that is the only time we can make it work but it wouldn't be as effective as during the week because the only dogs on site will be our dogs.

I was interested in my dog coming to Puptown Funk, what do you need from me?  First send an email to us at puptownfunk1@gmail.com or fill out the form on this site. We will then schedule a Meet & Greet (see information on this site) to which you will need to bring the paperwork.  You will also need to provide vaccination records that show your pup is up to date with Rabies, Parvo and Kennel Cough.  

Why do I need to fill out the forms prior to the Meet & Greet when I have not yet made a final decision on Puptown Funk? This is because during the Meet & Greet your dog interacts with dogs we have here.  This keeps all dogs healthy and safe.

My dog’s Meet & Greet is today, can they stay if they are good? Of course, in fact it is recommended.  Once a new dog is in one of the play yards and having fun it is best for them to enjoy the day with their new friends.  It will be at the regular daycare cost of $30.

Do I bring bedding and bowls for my dog’s overnight stay?  You do not need to bring a bowl, but you can choose to bring a blanket from home.  We do have plenty of blankets here. 

Are the dogs ever alone during daycare? The dogs in daycare are never alone except for sporadic moments when a handler has to step out.  If that happens another handler is aware and attentive. 

Do you take dogs with behavioral problems?  We give every dog the opportunity for success and have enough play areas to do so. There are dogs that socialize wonderfully with everyone, and those that need to be in smaller groups - much like people.

Do you have breed restrictions? All breeds are welcome, it's behaviors that we look out for.

What cleaning supplies do you use?  We use Pro-Vet Logic, a 100% pet friendly cleaner designed for Vets and Daycares. We continually clean our floors and walls as needed and fully steam clean the floors twice daily and the walls twice weekly.  

My dog is pretty shy, is that okay? Of course! Here at Puptown Funk, we take the time to sit with each dog and help them become a comfortable and valuable member of our pack! We do our best to work with each dog on socialization skills and accept their level of comfort. We have found that dogs who come in as observers can turn to leaders, even the little ones! 

What holidays do you close? The daycare is closed on Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, New Years Eve Day and New Years Day.  Our boarding facility never closes. 

How are dogs separated? We separate our furry friends most significantly on temperament, social readiness and energy level.  We also have a separate area for our puppies that quite often will have an older pup with them.  These decisions are based on the safest environment for all of our guests.  Social groupings often change in the day, either pre-planned or situational. 

What happens if a fight breaks out? Fights are extremely rare. Our handlers know what to look for to prevent fights, and how to calmly use certain restraints in order to stop a conflict. For extreme circumstances, we may use a 'water surprise' that stops them in their tracks. Once everything is back to normal we do a thorough dog check and inform all dog parents involved. We don’t want any surprises to greet you at pick up!