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Since people have returned to work and are holidaying freely again, we know that pets are experiencing a lot of anxiety and owners don’t want their furry friends left alone.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc-Y2Ru8H5d5stKHjFxtVCkSBglyHX7mx-6eVBbQVefak75Ecm53R-EZG-HSl9g2izEsP0FQPzycFfU09UBW_Kf-L5Tnl4SityGP3uclZVFQW2x9R7BaEWtQ674L4ORCxDvOEpa_TPrUGMwr8JJyVlQGBEiRI42SXKIkur1O8hO3gR3VN4sE7nkZ4zlbg/s990/Pet_Resorts_of_Australia_Eumundi-Noosa_Destination_Suite_Tuscan_Villa.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"667\" data-original-width\u003d\"990\" src\u003d\"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc-Y2Ru8H5d5stKHjFxtVCkSBglyHX7mx-6eVBbQVefak75Ecm53R-EZG-HSl9g2izEsP0FQPzycFfU09UBW_Kf-L5Tnl4SityGP3uclZVFQW2x9R7BaEWtQ674L4ORCxDvOEpa_TPrUGMwr8JJyVlQGBEiRI42SXKIkur1O8hO3gR3VN4sE7nkZ4zlbg/s16000/Pet_Resorts_of_Australia_Eumundi-Noosa_Destination_Suite_Tuscan_Villa.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003ePet Resorts Australia Eumundi-Noosa - Tuscan Villa Destination Suite\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e“Now more than ever, Australians are willing to spend the money on quality accommodation and enriching entertainment for their four-legged friends if it means having peace of mind that their pets are cared for as they would be at home.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e“It is paramount that we as a company continue to evolve with the changing attitudes of Australians and lead the way in pet care through investment in our facilities,” De Bruin concluded.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eThe new facilities and offerings are open and taking bookings.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eFind out more at \u003c/span\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://petresortsaustralia.com\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003epetresortsaustralia.com\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; 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font-size: medium;\"\u003eSurrounded by secluded tropical gardens, Pet Resorts Townsville has a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere and features premium pet accommodation.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRelated Stories:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2016/02/tips-for-choosing-dog-boarding-kennel.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eTips for Choosing a Dog Boarding Kennel\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/feeds/2936073092685618464/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2023/12/pet-resorts-australia-new-pet-boarding.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/2936073092685618464"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/2936073092685618464"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2023/12/pet-resorts-australia-new-pet-boarding.html","title":"Pet Resorts Australia new pet boarding facilities in Queensland"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"35","height":"35","src":"//www.blogger.com/img/blogger_logo_round_35.png"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3udcWXS6_uU9nVpO6YVZaGvOU-kZajlk7GOj8TvC7V89JBSZmvMYN878Sf5PAi0LoPJ6HO85Yx-4qS0FkyxM7Foi_rmwn84oRFkP3dmSwtEC1e6ihFZxo1J6rHP59mjI66pWnSvfqXNZMyRRR-3BK3Blmor1sqoPc41DAz8UcZZ8DJ0b256d3MzoCX7c/s72-c/Pet_Resorts_of_Australia_Eumundi-Noosa_15_acre_property_facilities_seen_from_the_air.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-2926782848823900820"},"published":{"$t":"2021-12-08T15:29:00.002+11:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-12-08T16:33:10.333+11:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"SEPARATION ANXIETY"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOG DAY CARE"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"WHAT'S NEW"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"LIFESTYLE"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Kip Dog Daycare Opens Multiple Locations"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ug5avYXmiN0/YbAwu6uPV6I/AAAAAAAAyW4/Tt_Sphijz8wOTZn9YhQVbj8_x-mLVk_TwCNcBGAsYHQ/s1650/Kip_Doggy_Day_Care_Centres_open_multiple_locations_Bulldog_jumping_out_of_pool_with_ball.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1181\" data-original-width\u003d\"1650\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ug5avYXmiN0/YbAwu6uPV6I/AAAAAAAAyW4/Tt_Sphijz8wOTZn9YhQVbj8_x-mLVk_TwCNcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Kip_Doggy_Day_Care_Centres_open_multiple_locations_Bulldog_jumping_out_of_pool_with_ball.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style\u003d\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003eRecord Australian dog ownership along with offices reopening has seen interest in doggy day care skyrocket, with national dog care provider \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKip \u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003eseeing phone inquiries more than double month on month and trial day bookings at the centres spiking 50 per cent. \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKip\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e has put on 35 new staff across their centres in November alone to keep up with rising demand.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003eAlmost one fifth of Aussie dogs were purchased during the pandemic, according to a survey by \u003ci\u003eAnimal Medicines Australia\u003c/i\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e[1]\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e. That means many pooches will have had no experience of spending time alone. It was part of a pandemic pet surge, with \u003cb\u003e69 per cent of Australian households now including an animal\u003c/b\u003e, up from 61 per cent two years earlier, the survey found\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e[2]\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e. Those animals are nearing on two years of having their pack at home twenty four hours a day, and many will be in for a shock when their parents return to the office.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003eOwners are turning to doggy day care to help ease the issue of separation anxiety. Kip day care centres are designed to give dogs maximum fun and cuddles from a team of animal experts, as well as plenty of room to run, socialise, and play. It’s doggy day care with a difference — with loads of enrichment activities under the guidance of their highly-trained staff.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lqk5BIJUW5s/YbAyNwy5pMI/AAAAAAAAyXA/rvjvwF2TPyYAKIoKyGAYqv7bEAmL-zuOwCNcBGAsYHQ/s1650/Kip_Doggy_Day_Care_Centres_open_multiple_locations_staff_holds_dog_multiple_orange_tennis_balls_bouncing.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1035\" data-original-width\u003d\"1650\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lqk5BIJUW5s/YbAyNwy5pMI/AAAAAAAAyXA/rvjvwF2TPyYAKIoKyGAYqv7bEAmL-zuOwCNcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Kip_Doggy_Day_Care_Centres_open_multiple_locations_staff_holds_dog_multiple_orange_tennis_balls_bouncing.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003eDog behaviouralist, trainer and author \u003cb\u003eLara Shannon \u003c/b\u003esaid she’s already fielding calls from desperate dog owners reporting issues with separation anxiety.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e“It’s not surprising given how much time our dogs have spent with us over the past two years,” she says. “And it’s unreasonable to expect they won’t be confused and anxious by the change. Their fear about being left alone can be a similar experience to a person having a panic attack in some cases.  What they need is our understanding and help.”\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003eLara says this should begin before your first day back in the office. “Start physically distancing yourself from your dog three to five times a day while at home, gradually building up the amount of time. Leave them with treats, interactive toys or a long lasting chewing so they begin to associate being alone with being rewarded.”\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003eShe says plenty of exercise and stimulation is essential, with doggy day care a brilliant way to ensure dogs enjoy a day of fun and socialisation while you’re back at work.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zTdTOl1l0o0/YbAzH7LGIfI/AAAAAAAAyXI/5njlaOjqHJcIfYmL-5E4gYkAVE5mwpuXwCNcBGAsYHQ/s1650/Kip_Dog_Daycare_Centre_Opens_Multiple_Locations_dog_shaking_off_water_in_dog_pool.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1096\" data-original-width\u003d\"1650\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zTdTOl1l0o0/YbAzH7LGIfI/AAAAAAAAyXI/5njlaOjqHJcIfYmL-5E4gYkAVE5mwpuXwCNcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Kip_Dog_Daycare_Centre_Opens_Multiple_Locations_dog_shaking_off_water_in_dog_pool.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSam Mendelson\u003c/b\u003e, Head of Daycare at \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKip\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e, said many owners are using Kip centres as part of a suite of tools to help their pets adjust and manage the challenges of separation anxiety, which can come with destructive behaviour, barking and digging.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e“We don’t offer a one-size-fits-all approach at Kip,” he said. “We get to know your pet, and provide expert care, fun activities and in some centres even training. And they absolutely love it. Our guests’ tails start wagging as soon as they know they’re on their way to Kip.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e“We think people have recognised that doggy day care, along with training, exercise and rewards, can be an excellent part of the mix in helping pooches have a stress-free transition to a post-lockdown world,” he says.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QIqc4UlICuQ/YbAzZMYPy3I/AAAAAAAAyXQ/mHVdr7ac1FokLlEZLwlu-b639SRfVITQACNcBGAsYHQ/s1650/Kip_Dog_Daycare_Opens_Multiple_Locations_smiling_Golden_Retriever_Happy_Stays.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1100\" data-original-width\u003d\"1650\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QIqc4UlICuQ/YbAzZMYPy3I/AAAAAAAAyXQ/mHVdr7ac1FokLlEZLwlu-b639SRfVITQACNcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Kip_Dog_Daycare_Opens_Multiple_Locations_smiling_Golden_Retriever_Happy_Stays.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eTo celebrate the opening of six new Kip doggy daycares across Melbourne and Adelaide, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKip\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e are giving one lucky pupper \u003cb\u003e5 FREE daycare days\u003c/b\u003e at the \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKip\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e of your choice! \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #050505;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFor more details on how to enter, please visit \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKip\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e on\u0026nbsp;Instagram\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.instagram.com/KipHappyStays/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003e@KipHappyStays\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;and on Facebook\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.facebook.com/KipHappyStays\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003e@KipHappyStays\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eFore more information on \u003cb\u003eKip Dog Daycare\u003c/b\u003e options, visit\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://kip.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: red;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ekip.com.au\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLara Shannon's Tips for Helping your Dog Learn to be Alone:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eGive them plenty of exercise, ideally not long before your departure.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eKeep their brains and bodies stimulated when left alone.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eMake them work for their treats. Leave them with food dispensing toys and puzzles; toss their dry food around the yard for them to sniff it out; freeze some meat or treats in an ice-cream container.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eIf your dog digs up your garden block off access to areas they like to dig in and make them a sandpit.  You can bury treats and toys in it to encourage their digging in that designated spot to help relieve their boredom or anxiety (common reasons for digging!).\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eUse a dog walker to break up their day.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eBook them into doggy day care.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eIn the lead up to returning to work, give your dog a treat or interactive toy then distance yourself from them three to five times a day, gradually increasing the amount of time they are left alone.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eDon’t make a big fuss when leaving or arriving home.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eUse calming sprays and pheromone diffusers or collars for dogs with mild anxiety.  Definitely talk to your Veterinarian about medication options if your dog displays medium to severe anxiety.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"EN-US\" style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #222222;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e[1] [2] Source: \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnimal Medicines Australia\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e, 2021, Pets and the Pandemic: A Social Research Snapshot of Pets and People in the COVID-19 era\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMEDIA RELEASE, 8th December 2021\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/feeds/2926782848823900820/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/12/kip-dog-daycare-opens-multiple-locations.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/2926782848823900820"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/2926782848823900820"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/12/kip-dog-daycare-opens-multiple-locations.html","title":"Kip Dog Daycare Opens Multiple Locations"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"35","height":"35","src":"//www.blogger.com/img/blogger_logo_round_35.png"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ug5avYXmiN0/YbAwu6uPV6I/AAAAAAAAyW4/Tt_Sphijz8wOTZn9YhQVbj8_x-mLVk_TwCNcBGAsYHQ/s72-c/Kip_Doggy_Day_Care_Centres_open_multiple_locations_Bulldog_jumping_out_of_pool_with_ball.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-168338128848793578"},"published":{"$t":"2021-10-28T14:36:00.011+11:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-10-28T15:01:28.957+11:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOG DAY CARE"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"WHAT'S NEW"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"LIFESTYLE"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Hanrob Playgrounds opens Westfield's first doggy daycare"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Yjb8enksB0s/YXoYbKBHPkI/AAAAAAAAxfk/QyvIhFkCZv8ijvBms5aUrfjo9yqhiSE0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1650/Hanrob_Playgrounds_opens_Doggy_Day_Care_at_Westfield_Warringah_Mall_Sydney.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1239\" data-original-width\u003d\"1650\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Yjb8enksB0s/YXoYbKBHPkI/AAAAAAAAxfk/QyvIhFkCZv8ijvBms5aUrfjo9yqhiSE0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Hanrob_Playgrounds_opens_Doggy_Day_Care_at_Westfield_Warringah_Mall_Sydney.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRaise the Woof: Hanrob Playgrounds opens Westfield’s first doggy daycare at Westfield Warringah Mall\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"WordSection1\"\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/b\u003e flagship location \u003cb\u003eopens Thursday 28th October\u003c/b\u003e and will provide dog playground, professional grooming and premium retail offering for the first time so customers can shop and drop off. \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWestfield Warringah Mall \u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003etoday announced the arrival of \u003cb\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/b\u003e, the first doggy daycare and retail store available at Westfield. An Australian- owned specialist provider of paw-fessional pet care, \u003cb\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/b\u003e will quickly become a firm favourite for all pet owners across the Northern Beaches.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GGi6Nf26GbE/YXoaN502niI/AAAAAAAAxgE/7DNLyXHWVHwiXxekROEnDqt4HARAxTLEgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Hanrob_Playgrounds_Doggy_Day_Care_newly_opened_at_Westfield_Warringah_Mall_Sydney.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1201\" data-original-width\u003d\"1600\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GGi6Nf26GbE/YXoaN502niI/AAAAAAAAxgE/7DNLyXHWVHwiXxekROEnDqt4HARAxTLEgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Hanrob_Playgrounds_Doggy_Day_Care_newly_opened_at_Westfield_Warringah_Mall_Sydney.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cb\u003eHanrob\u003c/b\u003e is a 40-year-old family-owned business offering premium pet accommodation for short and long-term stays, obedience dog training, dog daycare, animal transport and vocational education. Drawing upon decades of experience of caring for dogs, \u003cb\u003eHanrob\u003c/b\u003e is for the first time expanding its business offering to retail, offering doggy playgrounds, day-care facilities, professional grooming, and premium retail services. \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAt 700sqm, the \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWestfield Warringah Mall Hanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e features three playgrounds to cater to dogs of all sizes and temperaments, as well as a soundproof, quiet zone for pets who need time to recharge after a ruff day.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DCl7cJ8Tv5Q/YXoYqs2bYbI/AAAAAAAAxfo/_XFAIqZ2q0geolAQ8C47cwCODxM5TdX6ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Hanrob_Playgrounds_Doggy_Day_Care_Westfield_Warringah_Mall.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1200\" data-original-width\u003d\"1600\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DCl7cJ8Tv5Q/YXoYqs2bYbI/AAAAAAAAxfo/_XFAIqZ2q0geolAQ8C47cwCODxM5TdX6ACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Hanrob_Playgrounds_Doggy_Day_Care_Westfield_Warringah_Mall.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e“Our Westfield Living Centres are designed to meet the needs of our customers in all stages of life – and more than ever, pets are part of people's lives,” said Westfield Warringah Mall Centre Manager, Andrew Davidson.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e“We are thrilled to welcome \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e and launch a doggy daycare in one of our centres for the first time. We can’t wait to see our community connect with the \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e brand and take advantage of this fantastic service that enables customers to drop their pet off while they shop.” \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eCEO of \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/i\u003e, Andrew Biggs said: “I’ve grown up with animals all my life and my philosophy across everything we do is: how will dogs have a better life?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eSo, at the foundation of creating our new \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e was ensuring the experience delivers improved wellbeing to the dogs in our care. Everything we do in this new environment at Westfield Warringah Mall is centred around the dog’s wellbeing and for both pet and owner to enjoy their experience with us.” \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe new \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e will allow dogs to make their own fluffy friends while they play amongst the trees, rocks, and log tunnels, or relax in the chill out room under a woof full of stars.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OWPBP0I3CW8/YXoZdImuW3I/AAAAAAAAxf8/3ZMrNjeAwvMWptMSR5SnT13p-DfadIyAQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1650/Hanrob_Playgrounds_Dog_Day_Care_opens_at_Westfield_Warringah_Mall_Dog_Grooming.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1100\" data-original-width\u003d\"1650\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OWPBP0I3CW8/YXoZdImuW3I/AAAAAAAAxf8/3ZMrNjeAwvMWptMSR5SnT13p-DfadIyAQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Hanrob_Playgrounds_Dog_Day_Care_opens_at_Westfield_Warringah_Mall_Dog_Grooming.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\" style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eThey will be losing their tails over the paw-fessional in-house grooming salon and premium re-tail offer. The site exceeds the amount of space required and all handlers are professionally trained. \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eFor convenience, customers will have direct access to \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e from the car park, with customers able book their dog's playtime for two hours, half a day (4 hours) or full day (8 hours), while they shop, dine, or relax. \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThis will be the first of several \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e to open across Australia in the coming months.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\" style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UiiSKqkHKwM/YXogcbCvRII/AAAAAAAAxgM/2dy-296XwOQcN8oIkSZizP_4yPNaofm2wCLcBGAsYHQ/s1500/Hanrob_Playgrounds_Doggy_Daycare_entrance_at_Warringah_Mall_Sydney.jpg\" imageanchor\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; font-style: italic; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1126\" data-original-width\u003d\"1500\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UiiSKqkHKwM/YXogcbCvRII/AAAAAAAAxgM/2dy-296XwOQcN8oIkSZizP_4yPNaofm2wCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Hanrob_Playgrounds_Doggy_Daycare_entrance_at_Warringah_Mall_Sydney.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eTo celebrate the grand opening this Thursday 28th October, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e will commence a schedule of fun-filled activities, events and special offers, including the following \u003cb\u003ethree limited time offers\u003c/b\u003e*: \u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eFree 2-hour dog day care visit\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e40% off dog day care 10 session passes\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e20% off any full grooming service\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003eFrom 10am until 1pm on Opening Day, \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e will welcome all two- and four- legged friends to join in the celebrations with guided tours and complimentary gift bags. A balloon animal artist and caricature artist will also be on hand to provide entertainment.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"WordSection1\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003eFor more information on \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHanrob Playgrounds\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e and the celebrations taking place at \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWestfield Warringah Mall\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e, customers can visit: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.westfield.com.au/warringahmall\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ewww.westfield.com.au/warringahmall\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;or \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://playgrounds.hanrob.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eplaygrounds.hanrob.com.au\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoTitle\" style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMEDIA RELEASE, 28th October 2021\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/feeds/168338128848793578/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/10/hanrob-playgrounds-opens-westfields.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/168338128848793578"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/168338128848793578"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/10/hanrob-playgrounds-opens-westfields.html","title":"Hanrob Playgrounds opens Westfield's first doggy daycare"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"35","height":"35","src":"//www.blogger.com/img/blogger_logo_round_35.png"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Yjb8enksB0s/YXoYbKBHPkI/AAAAAAAAxfk/QyvIhFkCZv8ijvBms5aUrfjo9yqhiSE0ACLcBGAsYHQ/s72-c/Hanrob_Playgrounds_opens_Doggy_Day_Care_at_Westfield_Warringah_Mall_Sydney.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-8270477012043617236"},"published":{"$t":"2021-03-02T16:49:00.024+11:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-04-22T16:44:14.975+10:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOGGY DAYCARE"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"LIVING WITH DOGS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOG DAY CARE"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Rise of Doggy Day Care in Australia"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HzstLaTUPAQ/YD29hgwArdI/AAAAAAAAsyk/AvINDl2EJBsUhJ7wLQ4X1yDWJ3O7SWOgQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Dogs_in_Town_Alexandria_Happy_Puppies_celebrate_dog_birthday.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1020\" data-original-width\u003d\"1440\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HzstLaTUPAQ/YD29hgwArdI/AAAAAAAAsyk/AvINDl2EJBsUhJ7wLQ4X1yDWJ3O7SWOgQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Dogs_in_Town_Alexandria_Happy_Puppies_celebrate_dog_birthday.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eOur hectic lifestyle comes with longer working hours and less precious free time to spend with our dogs. Meanwhile, the new generation of pet owners owners increasingly treats their companion animals as family members so it comes as no surprise to see an exponential boom in dog day care centres, offering state-of-the-art facilities and well-trained staff to cater for our beloved pooches.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eOnce limited to the inner city, doggy day care centres are now spreading out to outer suburbs allowing more pet parents to head to work reassured that their pets are not locked up in the house or a backyard for 10-12 hours with little physical or mental stimulation. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eWe asked a number of dog day care centres and a professional dog trainer why they feel these pet services are increasingly popular and also their expert advice on choosing the right provider for your dog/s. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e  \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: verdana;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e1) Why is Doggy Day Care so popular in Australia?\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eDoggy day cares are a great option for dogs with separation\nanxiety, says \u003cb\u003eNess Jones\u003c/b\u003e of \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.ruffdiamonds.net/separation-anxiety-training.html\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eSeparation Anxiety In Dogs Decoded\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDay care can take the pressure off owners as they won’t feel\nguilty about leaving their dogs home alone in a state of panic and distress, enabling\nthem to go to work, meet friends or pop to the shops knowing their dogs are\nhaving a blast.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDay cares can be amazing places where your dog can thrive and\nreturn home \u003cb\u003eexhausted, but fulfilled and contented\u003c/b\u003e, or they can be centres of\nchaos which stress your dog out and unsettle them to the point they need a few\ndays to decompress afterwards.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSo it’s important to test the waters and ensure your dog is\ncomfortable in the one you choose. That might be a case of taking them to the\ncentre and staying with them for a while to see if they are actually having a\ngreat time or, in fact, shutting down and feeling overwhelmed.\u0026nbsp;\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003eAlternatively, drop them off at the day care for half an\nhour and, if the staff are open to it, ask them to do a live video feed so you\ncan see how your dog is settling in – and obviously return if you can see it is\ntoo much for them.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMost importantly, for a dog with separation anxiety that\nstruggles with crate confinement, ask if they kennel the dogs during the day.\nThe last thing you want with a dog with \u003cb\u003ecrate phobia\u003c/b\u003e is for it to be put in a\ncrate and left to “bark it out” simply because the staff don’t understand the\nabsolute fear and panic your dog is going through.\" adds Ness.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e“Dog day care is definitely a growing industry “agrees \u003cb\u003eMaggie Curr-Smith, \u003c/b\u003eco-Director of\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.thehoundlounge.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eThe Hound Lounge\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e in Annandale (inner Sydney).\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;“With our \u003cb\u003edogs becoming more a part of the family than they are pets\u003c/b\u003e, people are increasingly looking for an option to provide socialisation, supervision and mental stimulation for their dogs while they are out of the house.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eA good dog day care provides all this and more - and is therefore a popular option for those of us who are out of the home for long hours or want to give our dogs the best we can when we aren’t able.”\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e“The Covid-19 pandemic has also been a contributing factor with many owners finding their dogs are having trouble with the transition back to work and spending time alone.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eDay care is a great option \u003cb\u003efor social dogs who don’t like to be alone\u003c/b\u003e and can help them \u003cb\u003elearn some independence from their owners \u003c/b\u003eand have some play time in the process. Learning independence and having a social and mental outlet is a great option and can even be a stepping stone to dogs becoming more comfortable at home on their own.”\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZECkyUuOgFA/YHzMqKRRyZI/AAAAAAAAt2s/5xIQGkj_jzoyj23I_zntMiGwVmzkm0N4QCLcBGAsYHQ/s960/The_Rise_of_Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australi.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"598\" data-original-width\u003d\"960\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZECkyUuOgFA/YHzMqKRRyZI/AAAAAAAAt2s/5xIQGkj_jzoyj23I_zntMiGwVmzkm0N4QCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/The_Rise_of_Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australi.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\"Doggy day care was once thought of as something for over indulged fur babies, however today it is becoming a normal  activity for dog owners.\"\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003esaid\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eNeil Roberts\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;from\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.dogfx.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eDogFX\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;in Adelaide.\u0026nbsp;\"\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eThese days  dog owners are better educated  and want to ensure that their dogs lead a happy and enriched life.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eI am yet to find a dog that doesn’t enjoy doggie day care. Some dogs are not into a lot of  play but they like to be part of the group or just enjoy following the team member around wanting  cuddles and treats.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eWe are a specialist small breed centre as we know that smaller breeds (e.g. \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2015/10/maltese.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eMaltese\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, Shih Tzu) play very differently to larger breeds so everything we do is aimed at keeping them entertained. Being smaller breeds we offer smaller toys and balls and over the years we have added Doggy TV - DVDs made especially for dogs!\"\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteve Rush\u003c/b\u003e and his family took over the running of \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2020/05/deadwood-dog-ranch-first-themed-dog-day.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eThe Dog Ranch in Mona Vale\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e (Northern Beaches of Sydney) which opened in 2020 and also went through a lockdown in early 2021 so he offers a fresh perspective on the pet industry.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eCOVID restrictions have led to an increase in dog ownership\u003c/b\u003e: with people spending more time at home, they decided to share that time with a loving and loyal companion.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eMany did put their furry friend in day care for 1 or 2 days a week for socialisation, \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/02/5-enriching-activities-you-should-do.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eexercise and mental stimulation\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-w7SClDOaBa4/YD3126HxKXI/AAAAAAAAszw/XgXE34VfSfYgdSbRwSjbbCCwuST7VmK7QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2250/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_The_Dog_Ranch_Mona_Vale_Agility_Course_and_Play_Equipment.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1000\" data-original-width\u003d\"2250\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-w7SClDOaBa4/YD3126HxKXI/AAAAAAAAszw/XgXE34VfSfYgdSbRwSjbbCCwuST7VmK7QCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_The_Dog_Ranch_Mona_Vale_Agility_Course_and_Play_Equipment.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003ePhoto Credit: The Dog Ranch\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2018/11/how-to-raise-puppy-in-city.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eInteracting with and socialisation of your puppy\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e, with other dogs, is so important for their development during this puppy stage, to \u003cb\u003elearn good behaviour and build confidence\u003c/b\u003e. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eIt also helps them feel comfortable in different environments, helps address \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2017/02/separation-anxiety-in-dogs-rising.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eseparation anxiety\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/02/5-enriching-activities-you-should-do.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003erelieves boredom\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e. Now as many people are starting to return to work, we are also seeing more dog owners using day care to ensure that their \u003cb\u003edogs are supervised in a loving and caring environment\u003c/b\u003e while they are at work.” \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eAs with most businesses, he admits it hasn’t all been smooth sailing thanks to the pandemic!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e“The \u003cb\u003enumbers have been down in general \u003c/b\u003eas more people are at home with less need for day care. Our boarding numbers were also down as many people have had to put their holidays on hold. However, more people returning to work we have seen the numbers slowly increase in the early part of this year and hope this continues.”  \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e  \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e2) How to know which Doggy Day Care is the right fit for your pooch?\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e“Dog day care is a great option for dogs who are outgoing and love to socialise and can provide hours of stimulation and fun.” explains \u003cb\u003eMaggie Curr-Smith\u003c/b\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eDogs who are suited to day care are happy in the company of other dogs and humans and who enjoy a rumble with their canine friends. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e“\u003cb\u003eA trial session is an important step\u003c/b\u003e in discovering if daycare is the right option for your dog. These short sessions allow dogs a taste of the environment without becoming too overwhelmed and allow the staff to watch your dog for signs of being stressed or overstimulated by day care. \u003cb\u003eThis session and the communication offered by the staff are key\u003c/b\u003e to making the decision to send your dog to a day care long term. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eSome dogs may love day care right away, but many may also need several short sessions to help them settle in at their own pace and ensure that they are having the best time possible.” \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e“Dogs are typically very social animals. It does however depend on each individual dog as to what works best for them” says \u003cb\u003eSteve Rush\u003c/b\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eZO8c9YS3Bc/YD3DjndhL9I/AAAAAAAAszE/vO0pvgRYywQ5BApgq-5lMYWgz1XxCiNyACLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_The_Dog_Ranch_Mona_Vale_Dogs_relaxing_in_the_Canine_Lounge_after_busy_day.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1440\" data-original-width\u003d\"1440\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eZO8c9YS3Bc/YD3DjndhL9I/AAAAAAAAszE/vO0pvgRYywQ5BApgq-5lMYWgz1XxCiNyACLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h400/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_The_Dog_Ranch_Mona_Vale_Dogs_relaxing_in_the_Canine_Lounge_after_busy_day.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePhoto: The Dog Ranch\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e“Some love to chase balls all day or rumble with the pack, while others find this overwhelming and would prefer to just \u003cb\u003erelax in a small group or have lots of cuddles\u003c/b\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eIt is important to understand what suits your dog.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eAt the \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDog Ranch\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e, we \u003cb\u003eassess each dog to understand their temperament\u003c/b\u003e, and determine how comfortable they are around dogs of different sizes, ages and energy levels.  We can then group dogs of similar type together in one of the open play areas or the comfy lounge.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eYou get to know each dog’s personality, what they like and what they don’t and \u003cb\u003ewith care and attention it’s nice to see how they settle in \u003c/b\u003eas they feel more at home and get to know the other dogs.  As dogs become more familiar with the Ranch, we can move them around with different groups, under close supervision, to ensure they get the most out of their day.  \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDogs are very intuitive and remarkably adaptable\u003c/b\u003e.  One of our “regulars” is a beautiful Koolie, full of energy and very adventurous.  She was unfortunately born deaf and almost blind, but you’d barely know it. When she first came to us, she was a little timid, staying close to us as she took in the whole experience, but she very quickly learned the layout of the Ranch with the help of the other dogs, and now runs around and plays with all the dogs.  \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eIt’s amazing to see how the other dogs relate to her. They know that there is something special about her and they seem to accommodate for it.  They play differently with her;\u0026nbsp; they are just that little bit more gentle and more tolerant.  It’s beautiful to watch.”\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OEGhg7_AVWc/YD3MOI0TbYI/AAAAAAAAszM/EuRl7YxvWO89q7kutHsLCjJooEKBYodNQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Fitness_Dogs_Dog_Experiences_at_the_Beach.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1439\" data-original-width\u003d\"1440\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OEGhg7_AVWc/YD3MOI0TbYI/AAAAAAAAszM/EuRl7YxvWO89q7kutHsLCjJooEKBYodNQCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h400/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Fitness_Dogs_Dog_Experiences_at_the_Beach.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003eDogs love unscripted adventures!\u003cbr /\u003ePhoto: Fitness Dogs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eGustavo Montagut\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;operates two very different but complementary styles of \u003cb\u003edoggy play care\u003c/b\u003e: the newly opened\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.dogsintown.com.au\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eDogs in Town\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;in Alexandria which is a traditional indoor doggy day care centre as well as\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.fitnessdogs.com.au\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eFitness Dogs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e, delivering off-leash dog adventures and real outdoors experiences for dogs.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eFrom his perspective “it can be hard to truly know which day care is best for your dog. Most day cares will say your pup is fine when they actually aren't - whether they're anxious or scared or not playing well with others - so this makes your dog’s experience extremely difficult.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-41UgCkHIKy4/YD2_v-NorDI/AAAAAAAAsy0/HWU6tRKgeVAb7Oo-DNLaH2ewV6bAAHgowCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Dogs_in_Town_Dogwarts_School_for_Birthday_Party.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1440\" data-original-width\u003d\"1440\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-41UgCkHIKy4/YD2_v-NorDI/AAAAAAAAsy0/HWU6tRKgeVAb7Oo-DNLaH2ewV6bAAHgowCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h400/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Dogs_in_Town_Dogwarts_School_for_Birthday_Party.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhich dog would not enjoy a Dogs in Town's\u003cbr /\u003eDogwarts special birthday celebration?\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003eBut the day care centres that communicate to you clearly are the ones that are the ‘go to’.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eWhen they \u003cb\u003egive advice, suggestions or provide resources \u003c/b\u003eto help your dog, this shows they truly care for them and just want the best for them. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eThe new crop of doggy day care centres like \u003cb\u003eDogs in Town\u003c/b\u003e offer a wide range of services: from grooming to \u003cb\u003especial birthday celebrations, off-leash adventures\u003c/b\u003e and even \u003cb\u003edoggy pickups\u003c/b\u003e in a comfy fully air-conditioned van for all those busy pet parents!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eA spokesperson for the \u003ca href\u003d\"https://caninecubby.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eCanine Cubby Activity Centre for Dogs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e (QLD) shared \"not only do we offer swimming confidence classes and canine hydrotherapy sessions but our daycare has plenty of running room to help with the dogs built-up energy and \u003cb\u003ewe work hard with building their confidence\u003c/b\u003e through puzzles and obstacles.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eOur centre allows dogs to dig, play in the rain and under the sprinkler,\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003ewe also introduce them to home life\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;e.g. with lawn mower noises, blower vacuum, wheel bins, wheel barrow etc.\"\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eIn addition to their traditional doggy day care,\u003ci style\u003d\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;The Hound Lounge\u003c/i\u003e\u0026nbsp;also offers obedience training (group and private classes) as well\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003eK9 Nose Work\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;- scent detection classes, a great activity to\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;engage dogs physically and also stimulate them mentally.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hsr_RRotoBI/YD30xh7hH0I/AAAAAAAAszo/BFtjg6l2pfQ-zgcHGWHQU2AxPuYTCVeQwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2625/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_The_Hound_Lounge_Play_Centre_Graduation_Day_and_Nose_Work_classes.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; font-size: medium; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1000\" data-original-width\u003d\"2625\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hsr_RRotoBI/YD30xh7hH0I/AAAAAAAAszo/BFtjg6l2pfQ-zgcHGWHQU2AxPuYTCVeQwCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_The_Hound_Lounge_Play_Centre_Graduation_Day_and_Nose_Work_classes.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003ePhoto Credit: The Hound Lounge\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003e3) What are your tips on how to choose a dog day care centre?\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eAlways look for transparency\u003c/b\u003e when choosing a day care\"\u0026nbsp;recommends\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003eNess Jones\u003c/b\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\"Is the day care comfortable with you touring their facilities? (often this is done out of hours so as not to put undue stress on the dogs having strangers wandering around). If they aren’t prepared to show you the environment your dog will be kept in or are reticent about answering any of your questions, I would run a mile.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo they provide daily videos or photos, or even a webcam, of the dogs throughout the day? \u003cb\u003eDo the dogs get time-out to rest\u003c/b\u003e during the day or is it a free-for-all where the dogs get over-stimulated?\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI would also ask what the\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003estaff-to-dog ratio is\u003c/b\u003e, how many dogs they have in over one period and\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003eif the dogs are segregated in terms of size\u003c/b\u003e, so the smaller ones aren’t inadvertently injured by a boisterous bigger one. But it’s not just size,\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003edogs with varying play energies\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;will have a better time if they are paired with dogs of the same ilk. If you can find a day care that also does\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003eguided activities during the day\u003c/b\u003e, as opposed to letting the dogs run wild for eight or so hours, that’s even better.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI think it is really important to also know what experience the staff have, how aware they are of dog body language and their abilities to determine escalation of bad behaviour. Also remember, if they are inexperienced with dogs that can lead to frustration on their part, and this might be transferred to the dogs in their care.\"\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\"One important consideration is firstly the\nlocation and ease of getting the dogs in and out of the day-care centre\" says \u003cb\u003eNeil Roberts\u003c/b\u003e from \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.dogfx.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eDogFX\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #222222;\"\u003e. \u003c/span\u003e\"You\ndon’t want to be parking a mile away and having to walk when you are rushing\nto work in the morning!\"\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Dog Ranch\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e's \u003cb\u003eSteve Rush \u003c/b\u003e“it’s about finding a place with \u003cb\u003ecaring, attentive and knowledgeable staff\u003c/b\u003e, as well as a \u003cb\u003eclean and well-maintained facility\u003c/b\u003e with a \u003cb\u003evariety of activities\u003c/b\u003e to keep your dog stimulated.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PMBCfHakcRk/YD3A-Cpx5DI/AAAAAAAAsy8/ZLJoucU_2gkWj4aLh4AN6zIae8c-IndLwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1289/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_The_Dog_Ranch_Mona_Vale_dogs_splash_in_pond_chasing_balls.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1239\" data-original-width\u003d\"1289\" height\u003d\"385\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PMBCfHakcRk/YD3A-Cpx5DI/AAAAAAAAsy8/ZLJoucU_2gkWj4aLh4AN6zIae8c-IndLwCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h385/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_The_Dog_Ranch_Mona_Vale_dogs_splash_in_pond_chasing_balls.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePhoto Credit : The Dog Ranch\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003eThe Ranch\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e has a large open space for dogs to run around, chase balls, have a splash in the pond, and rumble with the pack.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eWe also provide hours of ball throwing, ramp runs and rope tugs to cater for all energy levels, with an agility course for mental stimulation.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eSome quiet time is also allocated each day to ensure that dogs are not over-tired, and there’s even an air-conditioned \u003cb\u003elounge to accommodate older, smaller or less active dogs\u003c/b\u003e. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eThe staff should be able to\u003cb\u003e get to know each dog and provide regular feedback\u003c/b\u003e to the owner on how they have progressed.  It’s also good to be able to pop in at any time to see your dog playing and regular photo updates are always fun.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eBut like all doggy day care owners, I’m biased. I would suggest asking other dog owners who use day care and even trialling a few and compare for yourself. Of course, each dog is different and \u003cb\u003eyour reason for using a doggy day care may be different\u003c/b\u003e, but possibly the best indication of which centre is best for your dog is \u003cb\u003ehow excited your dog is to return\u003c/b\u003e on subsequent visits. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eIt’s very rewarding for me to see dogs pulling on their leads to enter, as you greet them each morning, excited for another fun filled day!\" adds Steve Rush.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uZVkM94mtvA/YD2-lin88TI/AAAAAAAAsys/HkCYUU4ya4kVF5yhHa-zBf5e67c26gSTgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1291/The_Hound_Lounge_doggy_daycare_dogs_snoozing_together_on_day_bed.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1291\" data-original-width\u003d\"1250\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uZVkM94mtvA/YD2-lin88TI/AAAAAAAAsys/HkCYUU4ya4kVF5yhHa-zBf5e67c26gSTgCLcBGAsYHQ/w388-h400/The_Hound_Lounge_doggy_daycare_dogs_snoozing_together_on_day_bed.jpg\" width\u003d\"388\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e'Frens' that snooze together, stay together!\u003cbr /\u003ePhoto: The Hound Lounge\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003eMaggie Curr-Smith\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;agrees “communication is the key, look for \u003cb\u003ea place that is open and honest\u003c/b\u003e about how your dog is doing in the day care environment. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eWe all love to hear when our dogs are doing well with someone else, but it is equally - if not more important - to \u003cb\u003eknow when they may be having a tough time\u003c/b\u003e. A good day care will be able to help your dog work through any difficulties they may be having, and help them to settle in, whilst being honest about the progress your dog is making or not making.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStaff should of course love dogs\u003c/b\u003e, but also be very \u003cb\u003efamiliar with reading their body language\u003c/b\u003e and listening to what the dogs are trying to tell us. \u003cb\u003eTraining and behaviour qualifications and experience \u003c/b\u003eare also a massive asset to any dog day care, and staff should be open and willing to discuss any concerns you may have or help you through training issues. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eA \u003cb\u003egood social media presence\u003c/b\u003e is something many people look for as it will allow you to see snapshots of your dog’s time in day care as well as see how things are set up and how the dogs are interacting with each other. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eOverall look for somewhere that makes both you and your dog feel comfortable, all day care environments are a little different to each other and your dog may be happier in one than they are in another, and that’s okay!\" concludes Maggie.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NWGLfnnRqMs/YD3ONQwQSnI/AAAAAAAAszU/W8A07QemtxEq_VtmIh-LYjHXMLufyJGSQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Fitness_Dogs_Offleash_Dog_Adventures_Happy_Wet_Dog_Grinning.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1440\" data-original-width\u003d\"1440\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NWGLfnnRqMs/YD3ONQwQSnI/AAAAAAAAszU/W8A07QemtxEq_VtmIh-LYjHXMLufyJGSQCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h400/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Fitness_Dogs_Offleash_Dog_Adventures_Happy_Wet_Dog_Grinning.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003eGus from \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.dogsintown.com.au\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eDogs in Town\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e agreed whole-heartedly and advised any interested dog owner to “\u003cb\u003ecall in and schedule to have a look at the place\u003c/b\u003e to see if it's the right kind of environment for your pup, then \u003cb\u003ebook an assessment and ask for detailed answers\u003c/b\u003e on how the dog did that day.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eIf the day care assessment is too quick or the answer dismissive, e.g. ‘yep they're great’ then they may not be the best place for you?\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eAnother red flag is “\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eif your dog starts acting differently or in a negative way\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e,\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003emaybe try a different day care if you notice this happening more than once?”\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003eGus recommends to \"\u003cb\u003estart your dog at an early age if possible \u003c/b\u003eand also \u003cb\u003eto be consistent\u003c/b\u003e to ensure the best outcome\".\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\"Sometimes, a better option for a dog that is overwhelmed by larger\nday care centres is\u003cb\u003e a smaller, less frenetic home care facility\u003c/b\u003e. Again, look\nfor the experience of the person running the home care, how many dogs are\npresent, where they are kept (fencing may be an issue if your dog is an escape\nartist) and check if your dog is comfortable there before leaving them entirely\nalone\" suggests Ness.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c/o:p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/u\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large; line-height: 107%; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;\"\u003eA reminder\nto dog owners considering sending their dogs to doggy day care for the first time.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eKeep your dogs safe by \u003cb\u003echecking the training and behavioural qualifications of the operator\u003c/b\u003e you're entrusting your dog to and also that they \u003cb\u003euse only positive reinforcement training methods\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white;\"\u003e(\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white;\"\u003emeaning dogs are not punished for undesirable behaviour but rewarded for their good behaviours).\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003e✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eAll dogs must be \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2018/05/the-great-dog-vaccination-debate.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eup to date with their C3 and Kennel Cough\u0026nbsp;vaccinations\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003ein order to attend day care, dog boarding and dog training and dog sports classes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003eSome providers understand\u0026nbsp;that an annual vaccination program may not suit all dogs or owners and a copy of titre test results showing sufficient immunity can also be adequate but make sure if you check first what the centre's exact policy is.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003eWe'd like to thank \u003cb\u003eNess Jones\u003c/b\u003e from \u003ca href\u003d\" https://www.facebook.com/SeparationAnxietyInDogsDecoded\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eSeparation Anxiety in Dogs Decoded\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e,\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003eSteve Rush \u003c/b\u003efrom \u003ca href\u003d\"https://thedogranch.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eThe Dog Ranch\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMaggie Curr-Smith\u003c/b\u003e from \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.thehoundlounge.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eThe Hound Lounge\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, \u003cb\u003eNeil Roberts\u003c/b\u003e from \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.facebook.com/DogFXdog\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eDogFX\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;and \u003cb\u003eGustavo Montaigut\u003c/b\u003e from \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.dogsintown.com.au\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eDogs in Town\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e / \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.fitnessdogs.com.au\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eFitness Dogs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca href\u003d\"https://caninecubby.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eCanine Cubby Activity Centre for Dogs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;for their contribution to this story.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/feeds/8270477012043617236/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/03/the-rise-of-doggy-day-care-in-australia.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/8270477012043617236"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/8270477012043617236"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/03/the-rise-of-doggy-day-care-in-australia.html","title":"The Rise of Doggy Day Care in Australia"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"35","height":"35","src":"//www.blogger.com/img/blogger_logo_round_35.png"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HzstLaTUPAQ/YD29hgwArdI/AAAAAAAAsyk/AvINDl2EJBsUhJ7wLQ4X1yDWJ3O7SWOgQCLcBGAsYHQ/s72-c/Doggy_Day_Care_in_Australia_Dogs_in_Town_Alexandria_Happy_Puppies_celebrate_dog_birthday.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-4434138376451952612"},"published":{"$t":"2020-05-26T16:21:00.009+10:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-02-17T14:09:14.340+11:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOG DAY CARE"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"WHAT'S NEW"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOG PARKS"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Deadwood Dog Ranch first themed dog day care now open"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QKmvFoZlsC0/XtW_6LixNiI/AAAAAAAAhWg/7SKmyMt-WWgAoe1TSnCSPfIzO0RyQc56QCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_Day_Care_dogs_having_fun_in_the_huge_play_area.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1123\" data-original-width\u003d\"1080\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QKmvFoZlsC0/XtW_6LixNiI/AAAAAAAAhWg/7SKmyMt-WWgAoe1TSnCSPfIzO0RyQc56QCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_Day_Care_dogs_having_fun_in_the_huge_play_area.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia, \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003eThe Dog Ranch\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e is the \u003c/span\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia, \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003efirst themed doggy day care in Australia\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e and it opened recently in Mona Vale (NSW) on Sydney's Northern Beaches.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\"We wanted to create a place that \u003cb\u003enot only makes the dog happy but also every single human who walks through our doors\u003c/b\u003e\", explains Co-founder Natalie.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003ePartner and Co-founder Trent hand built each and every single feature on the premises whilst Natalie decorated, painted and designed all the themed areas, this being their fourth renovation project together! A lot of what is in the ranch came from their own wedding, which was also themed country and western.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eIf it wasn't challenging enough to start a new business venture, the official opening day on March 28 coincided with the start of the lockdown! \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e \"Initially we had over 40 people RSVP to our opening but it was tough to know whether or not they would show up or if we should cancel. With the shut down and social distancing measures in place few attended which was of course disappointing but in the end we persisted with remaining open. \u003cb\u003eThe Covid-19 crisis really was a struggle for us\u003c/b\u003e to the point where we did think about shutting up shop\" admits Natalie, but \"as we put all our blood, sweat, heart and tears into this place \u003cb\u003ewe persisted and we have finally come out the other end\u003c/b\u003e.\"\u003cbr /\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-J9mAv0Y7xvg/XtRLosnEUQI/AAAAAAAAhVE/rnIF4O3c2qkUwbIw2lcURkrRNikSMupFQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_DayCare_Entrance_with_dogs_waiting_behind_the_gate.jpg\" style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"844\" data-original-width\u003d\"1293\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-J9mAv0Y7xvg/XtRLosnEUQI/AAAAAAAAhVE/rnIF4O3c2qkUwbIw2lcURkrRNikSMupFQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_DayCare_Entrance_with_dogs_waiting_behind_the_gate.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSo let's throw open the gates to see what wild adventures await your pooches...\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003eThe inspiration behind The Dog Ranch Doggie Daycare\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003ctable align\u003d\"center\" cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vJ3sRVxTww0/XsymFAgNC3I/AAAAAAAAhL0/rCmMZx9aR1U9aEeEef62iSu4C6E3Tl6mACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood%2BDog%2BRanch%2Binspired%2Bby%2BDeadwood%2Bin%2BSouth%2BDakota%2B-%2BMain%2BStreet%2Bcirca%2B1876.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1133\" data-original-width\u003d\"1600\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vJ3sRVxTww0/XsymFAgNC3I/AAAAAAAAhL0/rCmMZx9aR1U9aEeEef62iSu4C6E3Tl6mACLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood%2BDog%2BRanch%2Binspired%2Bby%2BDeadwood%2Bin%2BSouth%2BDakota%2B-%2BMain%2BStreet%2Bcirca%2B1876.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #1a1a1b;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMain Street, Deadwood, South Dakota, 1876\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eFounders Natalie and Trent came up with the theme “Deadwood” as they have a soft spot for old country movies like \u003ci\u003eCalamity Jane\u003c/i\u003e, country music and more recently the \u003ci\u003eDeadwood\u003c/i\u003e series -\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white; color: #1c1e21; font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eDeadwood (South Dakota) was established in 1876 during the Black Hills gold rush.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Dog Ranch\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e comes with \u003cb\u003euniquely themed areas spread over a 500m\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 play area\u003c/b\u003e, which will appeal to all dogs but especially your \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2016/07/8-tips-for-living-with-high-energy-dogs.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003ehigh-energy\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2016/07/8-tips-for-living-with-high-energy-dogs.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;dogs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003eDog Ranch\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;resident dog Kodah is a blue merle \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2015/09/border-collie.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003eBorder Collie\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e so the owners understand how hard it is to find a place that will tire out your working breed! This why they have \u003cb\u003etwo dedicated “Working Dog Days\"\u003c/b\u003e for those pooches requiring that additional \u003cb\u003emind stimulation and physical exercise\u003c/b\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003ePooches a\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003ere separated in \u003c/span\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia, \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003etwo groups: small dogs and large dogs\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e and they will visit each area throughout the day to enjoy all the fun including cowboy movies, ball games, swims, runs, mining for gold, treats not to forget a visit to the \u003c/span\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia, \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eGeneral Store\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AxjPKnS0Wns/XsyqSU8_hkI/AAAAAAAAhL8/4ZIqZMpRjlwBfe09LB7Kx0q-5MNHQtqgQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Dog_Daycare_General_Store_on_Opening_Day_March_%2B28.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"899\" data-original-width\u003d\"1438\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AxjPKnS0Wns/XsyqSU8_hkI/AAAAAAAAhL8/4ZIqZMpRjlwBfe09LB7Kx0q-5MNHQtqgQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Dog_Daycare_General_Store_on_Opening_Day_March_%2B28.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003eThe Gold Miners Cave\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eF\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eeaturing Chesterfield comfy couches and luxury endless cowboy movies for your \"shep\" - Wild West slang for dog of course), the \u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiners Cave\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e is designed\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eto keep your pooches warm in winter and cool in summer.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wo8ane6gbEQ/XsyrrrT_UtI/AAAAAAAAhMM/iuC1TGyc4ComxsL4Gt05a4JUtK1-kyX4gCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Dog_Daycare_The_Gold_Miners_Cave.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"700\" data-original-width\u003d\"959\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wo8ane6gbEQ/XsyrrrT_UtI/AAAAAAAAhMM/iuC1TGyc4ComxsL4Gt05a4JUtK1-kyX4gCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Dog_Daycare_The_Gold_Miners_Cave.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Miners Camp\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eThis is where dogs can sit around the campfire, swap stories and watch the stars of the Wild West frontier.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eA \u003c/span\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"font-family: georgia, \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eDog Swamp\u003c/b\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e is upon the ranch for your fur baby to dip in on those hot days - or just to have a splash if they love water.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DJrF25k8dZg/Xszmhxtn4lI/AAAAAAAAhNE/Az1tSEU9QwU6qLrxuom88tnhTtXQatvowCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_Day_Care_Dogs_enjoy_the_Dog_Swamp.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"711\" data-original-width\u003d\"1600\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DJrF25k8dZg/Xszmhxtn4lI/AAAAAAAAhNE/Az1tSEU9QwU6qLrxuom88tnhTtXQatvowCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_Day_Care_Dogs_enjoy_the_Dog_Swamp.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003eYe Old Dog Wash\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-87_C451tJOI/Xsyr8p-3cHI/AAAAAAAAhMY/j8fu24RoNJ08smavKqFohqI7-Im2a4QYACPcBGAYYCw/s1600/Dead%2BWood%2BDog%2BRanch%2B-%2BGrooming.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"720\" data-original-width\u003d\"960\" height\u003d\"300\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-87_C451tJOI/Xsyr8p-3cHI/AAAAAAAAhMY/j8fu24RoNJ08smavKqFohqI7-Im2a4QYACPcBGAYYCw/s400/Dead%2BWood%2BDog%2BRanch%2B-%2BGrooming.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eAs an optional extra ($40), your \"Shep\" will be washed and pampered in the purpose-built \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeadwood Bathhouse\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eStarting with a deep cleansing shampoo, suited to your pooches skin and coat needs, followed by a treatment conditioner, your baby will receive a massage from head to toe, a deep relaxing rinse is next, a wild blow dry, a silky brush out, a touch of cologne, tasty treats throughout and of course lots of TLC.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\" style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeadwood Saloon\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif;\"\u003eThis space is designed for the doggies to go back in time and relax, they can nibble a treat and drink water from the troughs on the saloon porch, whilst watching other cowboys ride by.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HbtIBpuQKb8/Xsytxd5vlCI/AAAAAAAAhMk/oxS65NHEHvcaKC6tPuRnS1F_IJID3T4oQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Dog_Daycare_Saloon_Area_with_dog_troughs.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"720\" data-original-width\u003d\"960\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HbtIBpuQKb8/Xsytxd5vlCI/AAAAAAAAhMk/oxS65NHEHvcaKC6tPuRnS1F_IJID3T4oQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Dog_Daycare_Saloon_Area_with_dog_troughs.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eThey will be served Wild West whisky shots - healthy\u0026nbsp; Vegemite or beef frozen treats - each day!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eThere will be plenty of time for them to explore the \u003cb\u003eRamps and Forts of the Wild West\u003c/b\u003e, located above the ranch.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XYmuh1lNl5Q/Xsys-WlTIbI/AAAAAAAAhMc/9-Iuv81J40si7rgvXbEjjA8fQit6XuvZgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_Daycare_Ramps_and_Forts.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"935\" data-original-width\u003d\"1440\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XYmuh1lNl5Q/Xsys-WlTIbI/AAAAAAAAhMc/9-Iuv81J40si7rgvXbEjjA8fQit6XuvZgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_Daycare_Ramps_and_Forts.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eDogs can run their hearts out and keep a look out for the forts scattered over the whole of \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeadwood Dog Ranch\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Mind Stimulation Area\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\" style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif;\"\u003eBecause it's as important as physical exercise for dogs, there's also a huge space\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003efull of \u003cb\u003emind stimulating activities and games, agility equipment\u003c/b\u003e etc. to not only give your doggy the best experience of the day, but also to tire out their little brain!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_huZLqxfpXQ/Xsyq2g553-I/AAAAAAAAhME/DEThZPyynvw17ad1PN-QPNZL48crxeeJQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Dog_Daycare_Mind_Stimulation_Area_with_ballpits_and_agility_equipment.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"937\" data-original-width\u003d\"1436\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_huZLqxfpXQ/Xsyq2g553-I/AAAAAAAAhME/DEThZPyynvw17ad1PN-QPNZL48crxeeJQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Dog_Daycare_Mind_Stimulation_Area_with_ballpits_and_agility_equipment.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eThey'll be ready for a good night's sleep after their fun adventures in the Wild Wild West!\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eYour furry best friends will be photographed in the\u0026nbsp;\u003cb\u003e\"Wanted\" photo booth\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;to make all his fur pals drool on social media!\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-szec9fF1blw/XszmqLfHLfI/AAAAAAAAhNI/9R5rhos3X-EU2dHGdHEoIohcovK0m5iBgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_Day_Care_best_day_out_in_the_Wild_West.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"614\" data-original-width\u003d\"1600\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-szec9fF1blw/XszmqLfHLfI/AAAAAAAAhNI/9R5rhos3X-EU2dHGdHEoIohcovK0m5iBgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Deadwood_Dog_Ranch_Doggy_Day_Care_best_day_out_in_the_Wild_West.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e“Just to know your dog is having a good time and a great day, puts your mind at ease and warms your heart because you know that once your dog comes to \u003cb\u003eDeadwood\u003c/b\u003e, we are going to \u003cb\u003etreat them like our own with all the love, play and nurturing they deserve\u003c/b\u003e.” concludes Natalie.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eSo if you're a dog parent on Sydney's Northern Beaches, what are you waiting for? Yeehaa!\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Dog Ranch\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/b\u003e is throwing a \u003cb\u003eGrand Opening Party\u003c/b\u003e on \u003cb\u003eSaturday 27th February 2021\u003c/b\u003e, from 11am until 3pm.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr style\u003d\"font-size: x-large;\" /\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003ePrices \u0026amp; Where to Go\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrices are as follows:\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eRiver Rider: $49;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eOne Off Cow Boy: $55;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eHalf Day Run Wild: $39\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VKKV7qnpwTs/YCI6cY-S-5I/AAAAAAAAsco/hWh5rbg2bow4yH99bPrgunpXs7d1WUXSwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1433/Logo_The_Dog_Ranch_Sydney_Doggy_Day_Care.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; 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text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7hTLazldRco/WLvtXjKUF9I/AAAAAAAALkM/xmJjkhNXNBkIoJ_UCFJsNMPb906k30qEwCLcB/s1600/Why-consider-Doggy-DayCare-Header.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" src\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7hTLazldRco/WLvtXjKUF9I/AAAAAAAALkM/xmJjkhNXNBkIoJ_UCFJsNMPb906k30qEwCLcB/s1600/Why-consider-Doggy-DayCare-Header.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eMore people are opting for convenience over space in our large cities and our hectic lifestyle also comes with longer working hours and less precious free time to spend with our pooches.\u0026nbsp;Many inner-city dog owners actively search out alternatives to leaving their dog alone all day and are turning to services such as doggie day care, dog sitters or dog walkers to ensure their pet’s wellbeing.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eWe spoke to the operators of three doggy day care centres around Australia to find out why these services are increasingly popular and asked their best tips on how to find the right provider for your dog.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eTom Dowse, CEO of \u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.centennialbark.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003eCentennial Bark\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;(Sydney), reveals “we hear stories about people being harassed or abused because their dog is barking a lot and that’s just heart-breaking to any dog lover. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eThere are options for addressing separation issues in dogs and dog day care is the one we’ve chosen to offer as part of the solution.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eThe\u003ci\u003e Sydney City Council\u003c/i\u003e also offers great advice and assistance to educate people when it comes to responsible dog ownership in the city.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-c07HM9ez2u4/WJbCkCua4uI/AAAAAAAAK1U/cJljP00kHa09Dn4g0nM79gN9n___iLcQgCEw/s1600/Centennial_Bark_Daily_Walks_in_the_Park.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"298\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-c07HM9ez2u4/WJbCkCua4uI/AAAAAAAAK1U/cJljP00kHa09Dn4g0nM79gN9n___iLcQgCEw/s400/Centennial_Bark_Daily_Walks_in_the_Park.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eCo-Founder Shane Matthews adds “there will always be people who love dogs and those who prefer the company of other (or even no) animals.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eWith the growing popularity of inner-city dog ownership we don’t want to see this divide cause friction. We see part of our mission at  \u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCentennial Bark\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e to help build communities of dog owners so that the experiences of everyone in the city can be positive. Because our clients’ dogs know each other from day care they tend to be better behaved in their local dog parks and in other public places. This in turn sends such a positive message to those sharing the space with them.”\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHY IS DOGGIE DAY CARE INCREASINGLY POPULAR?\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eRenee Hughes, Owner of\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.poochplaycare.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003ePooch Play Care\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;(Adelaide) believes that doggie day care has become the norm for a lot of families for many reasons. \"First, we all love our pets and want the absolute best for them! She believes that dog owners\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003edon’t want to leave their pooch home alone all day and instead choose to increase their dogs’ social skills and stimulate their minds.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eAccessing a dog day care centre gives their pooch a day of play, \u003cb\u003elearning, socialising and care\u003c/b\u003e whilst they’re at work or away for the day so it is a great alternative.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eOwners are also starting to realise the benefits of providing their dog with the stimulation they can only get from other dogs.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003ePooch Play Care\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;caters to many dogs that are destructive if left home alone. Often a day of play can help alleviate the boredom or \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2017/02/separation-anxiety-in-dogs-rising.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003eseparation anxiety\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e some dogs experience when they are left home alone for hours at a time.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eBut the most common reason people bring their dog a day care centre is because they want a social dog. A dog they can take for walks, go to the dog park with, take to other people’s homes and generally have them be a part of their everyday life. Providing your dog opportunities to \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2016/12/why-is-puppy-socialisation-so-essential.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003esocialise early in life\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e and regularly throughout their life will help ensure your dog is comfortable around other dogs.\"\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OzZd8Yxj2oc/WJbF-hxZoBI/AAAAAAAAK18/VtPhmCOD7u4f5V1K61VXueo61hxWfHZ6ACEw/s1600/Centennial-Bark-walking-dogs-in-the-park.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"306\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OzZd8Yxj2oc/WJbF-hxZoBI/AAAAAAAAK18/VtPhmCOD7u4f5V1K61VXueo61hxWfHZ6ACEw/s400/Centennial-Bark-walking-dogs-in-the-park.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCentennial Bark staff also provides daily walks\u0026nbsp;\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eShane adds that \"exercise, interaction and stimulation throughout the day is far more beneficial to any dog’s wellbeing than the size of its living area.\"\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eTom also recommends day care to people who have something planned for that night: \"they will pick up their dog ready for a long night’s sleep after a day with us, and their owner can go out and enjoy their evening knowing their dog is content.”\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eLeah and Angela O'Meara from\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.houndogdaycare.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003eHoundog Daycare\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;(Brisbane) explain that \"a lot of their customers are time-poor: they may have had a child recently or gone back to work - and their dog may not be getting the attention they were used to… Taking them to a doggie day care helps alleviates some of that guilt!\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSome customers use our services to “maintain” their dogs’ social skills by mingling with a regular friendly group of doggy friends. Many owners like the fact that a daycare centre offers a controlled environment where dogs are fully supervised by expert dog trainers. In some cases owners no longer take their dogs to the park or the beach, because of their reputation for dog fights etc. We only visit these locations at off-peak times, knowing that this  is a much safer option. We do what we can to avoid the public (and their dogs) as this situation comes with too many 'unknowns'.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-le6fd9CBJlw/WJexDBegH0I/AAAAAAAAK3A/x-3Q1bzKuvAiOd1HXnBRRrk9Bf-lJ4o1ACLcB/s1600/Houndog-Daycare-Daily-Trips-Swimming-Dogs.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-le6fd9CBJlw/WJexDBegH0I/AAAAAAAAK3A/x-3Q1bzKuvAiOd1HXnBRRrk9Bf-lJ4o1ACLcB/s16000/Houndog-Daycare-Daily-Trips-Swimming-Dogs.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eFor \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2016/07/8-tips-for-living-with-high-energy-dogs.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003ehigh-energy dogs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, \u0026nbsp;a 3 or 4-hour session of running, playing and swimming is a great way to drain their energy so they’ll be tired by the time they’re ready to go home!\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoundog Daycare\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e regularly takes its furry customers to the beach - which owners rarely have the time to do - and for those dogs needing to lose weight in particular, swimming offers a low-impact exercise. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\"Lots of the dogs will happily swim during our outings - as they mimick each other - yet, they will refuse to do so with their owners. It’s a funny thing to watch: a group of dogs with four trainers in the water and lots of squeaky toys, all having a good time!\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eThey love it!\"\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eIn 2016\u0026nbsp;we launched a very unique concept with our doggy day trips to Stradbroke Island. No other doggie daycare provider in Australia has ever taken a group of dogs (on a ferry across Moreton Bay) to spend a day on an island!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia, times new roman, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003ctable align\u003d\"center\" cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dcOc1lKbx54/WJewxRDVy6I/AAAAAAAAK28/q0rMrt6LDCY3nnoyihe24qEYWiu8sjglACLcB/s1600/Houndog-Daycare-Stradbroke-Island-walking-the-dogs.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" src\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dcOc1lKbx54/WJewxRDVy6I/AAAAAAAAK28/q0rMrt6LDCY3nnoyihe24qEYWiu8sjglACLcB/s1600/Houndog-Daycare-Stradbroke-Island-walking-the-dogs.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHoundog Daycare day trip to the tropical paradise of Stradbroke Island: a first in Australia!\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHOW TO KNOW IF DOGGIE DAY CARE IS RIGHT FOR YOUR DOG?\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\"Generally dogs that have frequented dog classes,\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003edog parks\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eand had opportunities to socialise will do well in dog day care. But not always!\" explains Renee from \u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePooch Play Care\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gBCB5m3VOvc/WJbGhgVZyCI/AAAAAAAAK14/m4ScaoYaDEIbsdJyUh4jlThgA9Amp0TawCLcB/s1600/Pooch-Play-Care-Happy-Dogs.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"300\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gBCB5m3VOvc/WJbGhgVZyCI/AAAAAAAAK14/m4ScaoYaDEIbsdJyUh4jlThgA9Amp0TawCLcB/s400/Pooch-Play-Care-Happy-Dogs.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003ePearl, Baxter, Oscar, Freddie, Duchy \u0026amp; Ollie love Pooch Play Care\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\"When a new dog starts with us, they go through a very slow, calm and controlled introduction to the other dogs in our care to ensure they aren’t put through unnecessary stress and anxiety.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eNot all dogs will enjoy dog day care, whilst others love the running, tumbling, playing and socialising it can provide. Like humans, dogs have their likes and dislikes…. Some of us like loud parties, some of us like quiet dinner parties, dogs are the same!\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eIf you are unsure how your dog might respond in care it’s a great idea to book them in for a short visit to see how they respond. Make sure you ask the provider to send you pictures and updates throughout the day so that both you and the dog day care centre can monitor your dog’s body language and behaviour. This will help ensure your dog is comfortable in their new surroundings. At \u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePooch Play Care\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e, we\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;send a progress report during the day and a final report at the conclusion of the first visit to advise dog owners how their dog integrated in day care.\"\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAngela explains the process they follow at \u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoundog Daycare\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e: \"we like to do a phone interview first to have a chat with a potential customer about 'why' they’re looking for a doggy day care and what they’d like to achieve.\u0026nbsp;We build a dog profile which includes basics like their dog breed, social ability, personality traits etc.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWe then book a trial day (3 to 4 hour period) to\u003cb\u003e assess each new dog’s suitability \u003c/b\u003ewith 4 to 6 trainers present on that day. As we operate day tours we need to check how they travel in the doggy bus (any travel issues like\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2016/05/behaviour-advice-for-canine-car-sickness.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003ecar sickness\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e) and if they’re comfortable in close proximity to other dogs (any space issues).\u0026nbsp;Upon arrival at the park, do they mix and mingle well with new dogs of various breeds and temperaments and what are they more interested in: e.g. chasing balls, or doing their 'own thing' like sniffing and exploring?\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWe will give the owner a full run down on how their dog went and if the trial is successful, the new dog will start by joining  our regular day trips on either a once a week or once a fortnight basis. \u0026nbsp;We don’t offer casual visits or day trips as we feel there is way less chance of conflict when a group of dogs know each other and remain \"familiar\" with each other: this is the recipe for harmony among the pack!\u003cbr /\u003e \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEXPERT TIPS TO CHOOSE A DOG DAY CENTRE\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eTom offers his tips: “apart from basic requirements such as a clean well-maintained daycare space, paying attention to your dog’s wellbeing should be top of mind when choosing a provider.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OMBOjyGcKcg/WJbSnAYgSfI/AAAAAAAAK2M/B-WkNoXhrPsGXJNWk0mj7N83mNE3UpTyQCLcB/s1600/Centennial-Bark-Sydney-Doggie-Day-Care-Indoors1.jpg\" style\u003d\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OMBOjyGcKcg/WJbSnAYgSfI/AAAAAAAAK2M/B-WkNoXhrPsGXJNWk0mj7N83mNE3UpTyQCLcB/s400/Centennial-Bark-Sydney-Doggie-Day-Care-Indoors1.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe caring staff at Centennial Bark\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eDon’t be afraid to ask questions about the services offered, how much time your dog spends playing, exercising and resting, and how staff manage things like fights and bullying behaviours between dogs.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eThere should be a balanced mix of play, exercise and rest throughout the day. Above all, if you’re thinking about dog day care or \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2016/09/pet-sitting-is-it-right-for-your-dog.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003epet sitting\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, ask to see the space where your dog is going to spend the day. Any good dog professional will be very open with you on this point.”\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eShane recommends to \"choose a day care centre that has staff and facilities that you feel comfortable with. You should expect a thorough debrief on your dog’s day, particularly after the first few visits. We also like people to see what their dog is doing when they’re with us – and most places will offer web cams or photo updates throughout the day as a measure of transparency for you.”\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e“\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoundog\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e has a very strict ratio of one trainer for every 4 to 6 dogs and a maximum of 10-14 per group at any time\" advises Leah. Our trainers and staff members understand breeds, canine body language and dog behaviour – this is critical for safety reasons – and also receive continuing education and training.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eShe points out that owners should be \"wary of daycare centres that accept random or casual dog visits or have huge numbers. Dogs naturally live in smaller packs. It only takes one dog to upset the balance and scuffles can break out quickly\" so they should be supervised at all times.  In addition to the screening process to ensure sociability (with dogs and humans), each dog must be desexed and up-to-date with\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2016/08/tick-flea-prevention-for-australian-dogs.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003eflea and tick control\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e (preferably wearing a tick collar).\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e Renee adds that \"you know your dog best! Do you think they would enjoy a whole day spent indoors or would they like to venture outside also?\" \u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePooch Play Care\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e is an indoor/outdoor centre providing dogs a choice to spend their day playing where they are most comfortable. She feels it is in our dogs’ best interest to provide them with a natural experience and this includes being able to splash in a pool, dig in the dirt and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia, times new roman, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003ctable align\u003d\"center\" cellpadding\u003d\"0\" cellspacing\u003d\"0\" class\u003d\"tr-caption-container\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5RFDEdfK_6U/WJbD5fwzPaI/AAAAAAAAK1o/I2gAFC_4zpABzUjOcGimc7zD_5Sj1SrCACLcB/s1600/Pooch-Play-Care-Dogs-Happy-Customers.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5RFDEdfK_6U/WJbD5fwzPaI/AAAAAAAAK1o/I2gAFC_4zpABzUjOcGimc7zD_5Sj1SrCACLcB/s1600/Pooch-Play-Care-Dogs-Happy-Customers.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd class\u003d\"tr-caption\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSmiles all around from Jordan (Shepherd), Dexter (Labrador) and Rubi (Husky) at Pooch Play Care\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eShe also suggests to \"ask if the centre has a \u003cb\u003ebehaviour management philosophy\u003c/b\u003e? She believes that centres using force-free methods are always preferable. \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #444444;\"\u003ePooch Play Care\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u0026nbsp;strictly supports \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2015/11/positive-reinforcement-dog-training.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003epositive reinforcement\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;only: meaning dogs are not punished for undesirable behaviour but rewarded for their good behaviours.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eTom also says “it’s important to understand the limitations of any doggy day care. Yes, it can deliver many positive enhancements to your dog’s behaviour but it will be virtually impossible to deal with any significant behavioural issues you may not even realise your dog has. The better places will tell you if your dog isn’t adjusting to the experience. If they find that your dog has behavioural concerns, they will direct you to a trained dog behaviour specialist if necessary.”\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eRenee also shared some fur parents' special requests with us.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\"Being dog lovers ourselves there isn’t much that surprises us! We have an incredibly adorable \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2015/10/dachshund.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: blue;\"\u003eDachshund\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e who visits us that prefers to drink out of a mug. Don’t we all though? Another puppy needs to be nursed to sleep for his midday nap and we all fight over that job! When it comes to the food, some of our precious puppies eat cooked lunches, vegetable casseroles, grass-fed meats and grilled fish! This can get awkward when staff brings in vegemite sandwiches!\"\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003eOn a personal note, we'd like to see more of this new breed of facilities and services around Australia especially - speaking from our experience - in the outer suburbs where dogs are left alone the longest due to our longer commutes. It certainly would make for much happier pooches, owners and communities generally!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;georgia\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot; , serif;\"\u003eWe'd like to extend our thanks to Shayne Matthews and Tom Dowse from \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.centennialbark.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: red;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCentennial Bark\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, Renee Hughes from \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.poochplaycare.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: red;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePooch Play Care\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e, Leah and Angela O'Meara from\u003cb\u003e \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.houndogdaycare.com.au/\" rel\u003d\"nofollow\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: red;\"\u003eHoundog Daycare\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/b\u003e for their contribution to this article.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRelated Stories:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2021/03/the-rise-of-doggy-day-care-in-australia.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eThe Rise of Doggy Day Care in Australia\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2018/11/how-to-raise-puppy-in-city.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003eHow to Raise a Puppy in the City\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/feeds/9133443364837658892/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2017/02/how-to-choose-dog-day-care-centre.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/9133443364837658892"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/2020204049726645298/posts/default/9133443364837658892"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.australiandoglover.com/2017/02/how-to-choose-dog-day-care-centre.html","title":"How to Choose a Dog Day Care Centre"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"35","height":"35","src":"//www.blogger.com/img/blogger_logo_round_35.png"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7hTLazldRco/WLvtXjKUF9I/AAAAAAAALkM/xmJjkhNXNBkIoJ_UCFJsNMPb906k30qEwCLcB/s72-c/Why-consider-Doggy-DayCare-Header.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}}]}});