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Treadmills, pool sessions, field trips and so much more than your average doggie daycare…

Packages & memberships
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Join the Pack

When you join our pack, we help your dog discover how fulfilling life can truly be. Dogs left home all day often adapt to the boredom and isolation that come with it. Over time, that routine can dull their curiosity and confidence — but it doesn't have to be that way. Through daily dog park adventures, Canine Cardio Sessions, and structured fitness programs, dogs experience purpose, exercise, and connection — both with other dogs and their handlers.

The Transformation is visible within days: calmer energy, sharper focus, and a renewed sense of confidence.

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Bring structured canine fitness home with trainer-designed movement, enrichment, and conditioning programs that fit your schedule.

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Our mission is simple — to help dogs live longer, happier, and more fulfilled lives through movement, consistency, and leadership.

Our daycare model is the foundation of everything we do.

For seven years before building a facility, Canine Cardio operated outdoors and remotely, managing packs across trails, fields, and neighborhoods. That experience shaped our philosophy: dogs thrive when they're given structure, exercise, leadership, and freedom — all in balance.

When we opened our physical space, we didn't copy traditional daycares. We strategically built a system that replicates the benefits of outdoor care inside a safe, controlled environment.

Our Daycarers:

  • Structured

    Balanced routines of activity, rest, and enrichment.

  • Staff-Guided

    Every group is led by trained Pack Leaders.

  • Purpose-Driven

    Each session has behavioral and physical goals.

  • Dynamic

    Combining gym time, outdoor exposure, enrichment games, and decompression.

We built our model from experience, not assumption — using years of hands-on work to design a daycare that truly enhances dogs' well-being.

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Transportation

All Aboard the Dog Bus!

Safe, fun, and stress-free transportation for your pups. Please note: pickups and drop-offs may also use smaller vehicles to safely transport pups throughout our service area.

Not home during pickup or drop-off? Our trained staff can follow your entry instructions so your pup never misses a day.

  • Round Trip$15
  • One Way$10

Check Your Service Area

Enter your ZIP and email to check pickup & drop-off availability.

We'll send pickup details or let you know when we reach you — no spam.

Monday–Friday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (daycare).

Daycare Pricing & Packages

Latest pick-up is 7 PM weekdays and 4:00 PM weekends. A late fee of $1 per minute applies after closing.

  • Half DayUp to 6 hours$50
  • Full Day$60
  • Overnight Boarding$89
  • Transportation — Round Trip$15
  • Transportation — One Way$10

Step 2: Upgrade your dog's day

Enrichment Programs

Purchase single credits or discounted packages.

Drive

  • Single$10
  • 5-Day$45$9/day
  • 20-Day$160$8/day
  • Flirt Pole Drills
  • Weight Pulling
  • Core & Balance Work
  • Lure Course
  • Light Conditioning
  • Foundation Program
Purchase Drive

Explorer

  • Single$15
  • 5-Day$70$14/day
  • 20-Day$240$12/day
  • Agility Circuits
  • Swimming / Pool Time
  • Scent Work
  • Outdoor Adventure (backup: Indoor Agility)
  • Field Trip Fridays
  • Indoor Enrichment Circuit
  • Foundation Program
Purchase Explorer
Best Value

Ultimate

  • Single$20
  • 5-Day$95$19/day
  • 20-Day$360$18/day
  • All Drive Activities
  • All Explorer Activities
  • Foundation Program
  • Up to 3 total activities daily
Purchase Ultimate

5-Day packages expire in 30 days · 20-Day packages expire in 60 days.

The Club

Club Activity Calendar

Enrichment rotates daily so dogs never fall into a rut. Here's what the pack is working on this month and next.

Daily Foundation Activities— included with every program

  • Treadmill Cardio
  • Puzzle Games & Food Work
  • Sensory Experiences
  • Fetch & Engagement Games
  • Rest & Reset Time
DriveDrive ActivitiesExplorerExplorer Activities💛 Ultimate Program does BOTH.

Today's Activities

No scheduled Drive or Explorer activities today — foundation activities still run all day.

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Plan ahead

Holiday Schedule

Updated hours for the 2026–2027 holiday season.

Thursday, November 26, 2026

Thanksgiving

Closed

Friday, November 27, 2026

Black Friday

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

No transportation routes. Self pick-up & drop-off only.

Thursday, December 24, 2026

Christmas Eve

Closed

Friday, December 25, 2026

Christmas Day

Closed

Thursday, December 31, 2026

New Year's Eve

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

No transportation routes. Self pick-up & drop-off only.

Friday, January 1, 2027

New Year's Day

Closed

Weekend Daycare

Now open on weekends

Saturday and Sunday sessions, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Your dog gets the same structured play, rest and conditioning they enjoy throughout the week.

Book by the session, $60.

Book a weekend session
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We recommend insurance

We recommend every dog in our pack carry insurance — it's the peace of mind we'd want for our own. We trust Trupanion: no payout limits, and they can pay your vet directly.

Learn about Trupanion »

Common questions

Daycare

How is Canine Cardio different from open-play daycare?

Structure. Every group is led by a trained pack leader and the day follows a rhythm of activity, enrichment and enforced rest instead of an all-day free-for-all. Dogs are placed with a pack that matches their temperament and energy, and each session has physical and behavioral goals. Most families see a calmer, more focused dog within days.

What are daycare hours?

Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 7 PM. Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM.

What's the difference between a half day and a full day?

A half day is up to 6 hours ($50). A full day ($60) is anything longer, up to closing.

What does my dog actually do all day?

A rotation: pack play, treadmill cardio, puzzle and food work, sensory and engagement games, and scheduled rest. Those foundation activities are included with every daycare day. Add an enrichment program for extras like the lure course, pool time, scent work, agility and Field Trip Fridays.

Do the dogs get rest during the day?

Yes. Rest and reset time is built into every day. Overstimulated dogs don't learn or settle; rested ones do, which is why your dog comes home calm instead of wired.

How do you decide which group my dog is in?

By temperament and energy first, with size and age considered. A 60-pound couch potato and a 15-pound firecracker don't belong in the same group, and the evaluation tells us where your dog fits.

Do you offer daycare packages?

Yes. Multi-day daycare packages are available in the booking app, and two-dog households can get a second package at 50% off by emailing support@caninecardio.com. Other promotional discounts can't be applied to packages.

Can I book same-day?

Daycare is reservation-only, and the cutoff is 7 PM the night before. Same-day may be possible if there's space, with a $12 last-minute booking fee. Call us and we'll check.

What if I'm running late at pickup?

Latest pickup is 7 PM on weekdays and 4 PM on weekends. After closing, a late fee of $1 per minute applies. If you know you'll be late, call us so the team can plan.

Will I get a report on my dog's day?

Yes. You'll get a rundown at pickup on how the day went, and report cards are sent through the booking app. If you don't see one, ask at the front desk and we'll sort it out.

What if my dog was recently sick?

If your dog has shown signs of illness in the last 30 days, we need a vet clearance before they rejoin the group. If your dog has vomiting, diarrhea, coughing, loss of appetite or lethargy, please keep them home and call your vet, and let us know so we can keep an eye on the group.

Can my dog go to daycare if they're intact?

Yes, with a $10 per day Intact Dog Management Fee for dogs over seven months. Dogs in heat can't attend.

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Enrichment programs & packages

What are the Drive, Explorer and Ultimate programs?

Add-ons to a daycare day. Drive ($10) is drive-and-conditioning work: flirt pole drills, weight pulling, core and balance work, lure course and light conditioning. Explorer ($15) is adventure and brain work: agility circuits, pool time, scent work, outdoor adventure and Field Trip Fridays. Ultimate ($20) is both, with up to three activities a day.

Do I pick the activity each day?

Enrichment rotates daily on the calendar on the daycare page, so your dog gets variety instead of the same thing every visit. If something is off-limits for your dog (no pool, for example), tell us and we'll work around it.

Does my dog need a program to have a good day?

No. Treadmill cardio, puzzle games, sensory work, fetch and engagement games, and rest are included with every daycare day. Programs add the extras.

How do packages work and when do they expire?

Single credits or discounted packages: 5-Day (Drive $45, Explorer $70, Ultimate $95) and 20-Day (Drive $160, Explorer $240, Ultimate $360). 5-Day packages expire 30 days after purchase and 20-Day packages after 60 days, so pick the size that matches how often you come. See the programs.

What is Field Trip Friday?

Explorer and Ultimate dogs head out for an off-site adventure on Fridays, weather and group permitting. It's one of the most popular days of the week.

Can I get a discount for a second dog?

Yes. Two-dog households can buy a second package at 50% off by emailing support@caninecardio.com.

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Dog Bus (pickup & drop-off)

Do you pick up and drop off for daycare?

Yes, on weekdays. Round trip is $15 and one way is $10. Enter your ZIP and we'll confirm whether we reach you.

What area does the Dog Bus cover?

Routes change as the pack grows, so the ZIP checker is the quickest answer. If we don't reach you yet, we'll let you know when we do.

What if I'm not home for pickup or drop-off?

Leave entry instructions and our trained staff will follow them so your dog never misses a day.

When will my dog be picked up?

Pickup and drop-off windows depend on your route. We'll confirm yours when you sign up for transportation.

Does the Dog Bus run on weekends or holidays?

The Dog Bus runs on weekdays. There are no routes on Black Friday or New Year's Eve, and we're closed on major holidays.

Is transportation available for boarding?

Yes, as an add-on when you reserve your stay. Ask us about timing, especially on weekends.

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