Welcome to Dogs in Progress Day Camp - an intimate, structured alternative to daycare. Day Camp is an ideal way to physically and mentally fulfill your dog, safely and calmly socialize your dog, and maintain all of the hard work you’ve put into training. I’m so happy you’ve chosen me to take care of your pup! Please see below for details and expectations of this VIP service.

Who is Day Camp for?

• Day Camp is available to pack members (max 6 per day) who have completed private training and have a solid grasp of the fundamentals: crate, place, and leash manners.

• Dogs must attend Day Camp a minimum of once per week, for consistency. Much like our going to the gym, any less frequently and we might as well not bother!

• I do not expect your dog to be perfect (mine certainly is not!), but I do expect you to continue practicing at home. Otherwise your dog will be confused, which is unfair.

• Vaccination records showing up-to-date rabies, Bordetella, and Distemper are required.

• Intact dogs may attend Day Camp but will not participate in group play.

• If your dog has a bite history, they must be fully muzzle conditioned and will wear a muzzle at drop-off, pick-up, and when socializing with other dogs.

What will my dog do all day?

• Pack walks for biological fulfillment and healthy socialization

• Treadmill training to supplement exercise and build confidence

• Structured play to practice impulse control and have some fun

• Recall practice and other obedience skills around distractions

• Crate and group place time midday to process and decompress

• Updates will be available to view on Instagram stories: @dogsinprogressboston

What should I send with my dog?

• Flat collar with ID tags, and slip lead or prong collar with safety strap

• If your dog has allergies, please provide treats or kibble to be used for training.

• Do NOT bring anything other than the items listed above. I will return them to you!

Drop-off and pick-up:

Day Camp schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Drop-off: 7:45-8:15am

Pick-up: 3:45-4:15pm

Late pick-up: 5:45-6:15pm (must be requested and approved ahead of time)

Please contact Emily directly for additional details about drop-off and pick-up procedures.

Rates & payment policy:

Regular attendance (minimum once weekly): $50 per day

Late pick-up (must be requested ahead of time): $15 per day

• You will receive a weekly invoice from Dogs in Progress LLC. Please click the “Pay Invoice” button to pay online with a credit card, debit card, or PayPal. 

• Payment is due in full 12 hours prior to drop-off. A full refund is available prior to services rendered. Consistent cancellations may result in the inability to attend camp in the future

• In the event of a federal holiday or a snowstorm that makes travel unsafe, Day Camp will be moved to another day of the same week. If this is not possible, Day Camp will be canceled for the day and payment will be refunded.

If you have any questions about Day Camp policies or logistics, please do not hesitate to reach out via email (emily@dogsinprogressboston.com) or phone (508-932-9309).