- Enrollment
- Playground Hours & Attendance
- Pricing
- What Makes a Dog Groovy? (Requirements)
- About the Playground
ENROLLMENT
Wanna play?
Let your dog spend their days romping around with some buddies at The Playground!
To get groovy with us, please start by reading through our policies and requirements, and then filling out the enrollment form.
Questions? Your form is filled out, what’s next?
Contact us: thegroovehound@gmail.com
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PLAYGROUND HOURS & ATTENDANCE
The Playground operates Mon-Fri between 7:30am-6:30pm.
Drop off for a full day is between the hours of 7:30-9 am.
We do not accept dogs after 9:00am.
Crate-free pick up is between 4-6:30pm* for full day dogs.
Can’t be without your dog for a whole day? No worries, half days available 7:30am-1pm.
*We love dogs and we will surely love your dog, however if you forget to pick up your pup or do not arrive by closing time at 6:30pm, additional fees will be applicable and non-negotiable ($1/minute for every minute you are late).
Once enrolled we do not require pre-booking or reservations. As long as you arrive by 9:00am to drop off your dog, you’re guaranteed a spot for the day.
We do have a minimum attendance requirement of 4 visits per month (once weekly). Exceptions are made for illness, emergencies or extended vacations and must be discussed in advance with Playground staff. Contact us to find out why.
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PRICING
Single Dog Rates
- Daily $35
- Half Day: $22
- 5 Pack: $165
- 10 Pack: $320 *expires within 6 weeks of purchase**
- 20 Pack: $620 *expires 10 weeks from date of purchase**
Monthly Unlimited = $590.00*
*This package is designed for those who plan to use daycare services 4 or more times a week every week- frequent flyers, so to speak. Purchase of this package guarantees your pup can play as often as he/she wants throughout the month. That’s a rate as low as about $29 a day!
15% off second family dog
*Monthly packages expire one month from date of purchase. Unused days do not roll over to the next month unless an unexpected emergency interferes with your use of the package. Rollover packages are subject to the discretion of management.
Payment is due at the end of the day when you pick up your dog. Package payments MUST be made in advance. Late payments not received by the end of the week will be subject to a 10% late charge.
The Groove Hound accepts cash, check or Venmo.
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WHAT MAKES A DOG GROOVY? (REQUIREMENTS)
PA State Requirements
Your pet must be up to date with the following vaccinations
– Rabies*, DHLPP*, Bordetella**
*The Groove Hound requires physical copies of your dog’s formal Rabies certificate, and all vaccinations for enrollment.
**We require re-ups on Bordetella every 6 months, even though the vaccination can be given once yearly.
Additional physical requirements:
– Must be in overall good health
– Must be free of fleas, ticks, or any communicable disease
– Must be at least 16 weeks old /old enough to be vaccinated.
Temperament
Dogs must be friendly towards people (no gender bias) and other dogs, and display no signs of aggression, or have a history of aggression, biting or unfriendliness towards other dogs. Additionally, they should not have a habit of rough play or being a bully. Your dog should play well with others and understand other dogs’ cues in setting boundaries.
Before your pup’s first day at The Playground they’ll have to pass a quick behavior evaluation during a meet & greet.
We’ll set up a time to meet your pup at the daycare and introduce them to a few members of our pack so that we can see how he/she gets along with other dogs in an active play setting.
During the meet and greet, we’ll also have a brief consultation to get to know a bit more about your dog’s habits, history and lifestyle. After about 15-20 minutes if all goes well, you’re free to be on your way and leave your pup for a fun filled day at The Playground.
What else?
As adoption and rescue advocates we believe in spay & neutering your pet. While we welcome dogs of any breed & size, both pure bred and mutts alike, we require that all dogs, 6 months of age and older, MUST be SPAYED & NEUTERED. No exceptions.
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ABOUT THE PLAYGROUND
We offer crate-free indoor, as well as an outdoor space, for your dog to play while you are away. Currently, Playground capacity is limited to ensure your dog has room to play safely and run freely.
The Playground prioritizes a happy and healthy environment for your dog. The day will be filled with playtime, nap time, socialization and groovy vibes – our goal is to send your pup home from school happy and tired from a day of play! The dogs always come first, and we pride ourselves on having the happiest pack around.
We love dogs, first and foremost, and look forward to welcoming you and your pup to our Groovy family!
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