Business Details
Trusted Dog Daycare Services in Eliot, ME
At Dapper Dog Daycare in Eliot, we provide a safe, engaging environment where dogs thrive through socialization and expert care. Our facility features two large yards for energy-based playgroup separation, ensuring comfort and safety for all dogs. Our air-conditioned indoor play area offers a cozy retreat with couches and toys for relaxation. As a smaller daycare, we prioritize individualized attention, guaranteeing each dog receives ample playtime, belly rubs, and personalized care. We maintain strict safety protocols, including vaccine requirements and behavioral guidelines, to protect all pets in our care.Co-owners Becca and Lori bring decades of combined experience in animal care, ensuring professional expertise in every interaction. Our commitment to quality service has made us a trusted choice for local pet owners seeking reliable daycare solutions. We operate Monday through Friday with structured drop-off and pickup times to accommodate busy schedules. All dogs must demonstrate non-aggressive behavior toward toys and other pets to ensure harmonious group dynamics. Our team of passionate dog lovers treats every pet like family, prioritizing their happiness and well-being throughout each visit.
Services
Dog Daycare
Pet Boarding
Socialization Programs
Vaccine Compliance
Flea Prevention
Highlights and features
- We maintain smaller group sizes for personalized dog attention
- Our staff includes professionals with 25+ years of combined experience
- Two large outdoor yards enable energy-based playgroup separation
- Strict vaccine and behavioral requirements ensure pet safety
- Air-conditioned indoor play area provides climate-controlled comfort
Services
Dog Daycare
Our dog daycare provides structured socialization in a safe environment with professional supervision. Dogs enjoy both indoor and outdoor play spaces designed for physical exercise and mental stimulation. Experienced staff monitor interactions to ensure positive experiences for all pets while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Pet Boarding
Overnight boarding includes full daycare access with 24-hour care and monitoring. Pets stay in a comfortable environment with regular playtime and socialization opportunities. We require prior daycare visits to ensure boarding dogs adapt well to our facility's dynamics and safety standards.
Socialization Programs
We implement energy-based group separation to optimize dog interactions and reduce stress. Structured play sessions promote positive behavioral development through controlled social exposure. Our staff carefully monitors interactions to maintain safe, constructive social environments for all participating pets.
Vaccine Compliance
We enforce strict vaccination requirements including distemper, rabies, and kennel cough. Proof of flea/tick prevention is mandatory for all attendees. These protocols protect pet health while maintaining disease-free environments across our indoor and outdoor play spaces.
Flea Prevention
Mandatory flea/tick prevention ensures all pets remain protected during daycare and boarding. We verify prevention compliance through vaccination records during initial visits. This policy maintains hygiene standards while preventing parasite transmission between animals in our care.
People
Becca
Co-Owner
Becca co-owns Dapper Dog with her mother Lori. She brings extensive experience from managing the facility for five years prior to ownership. A lifelong dog enthusiast, she focuses on creating positive experiences for all pets through attentive care and personalized interaction.
Lori
Co-Owner
Lori co-owns Dapper Dog with 25+ years of animal care experience. Formerly a professional groomer, she maintains daily oversight of pet interactions and staff operations. Her commitment to animal welfare drives the facility's safety protocols and compassionate care standards.
Questions
What are your daycare hours?
We operate Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM with strict drop-off times between 7:00-10:00 AM.
What vaccine requirements do you have?
Dogs must have current distemper, rabies, and kennel cough vaccinations with proof provided on first visit.
Do you accept unneutered male dogs?
Male dogs must be neutered by six months of age to participate in our daycare programs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash or check payments only for all our pet care services.
How do you handle behavioral issues?
We require non-toy-aggressive behavior and separate dogs by energy levels to maintain safe social environments.
