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Who can play?

  • Be 5 months or older for the main playgroup
  • Be 3 months - 5 months for the puppy program
  • Be current on all vaccinations. Owners must submit copies of your dogs current medical records showing they have been vaccinated for Rabies, DHLPP and Bordetella. Vaccinations must be within the last eleven months. Specifically, the vaccines required are: Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza and Parvovirus. These shots are more commonly referred to as "DHLPP"; "5-in-1"; or "6-in-1". Bordetella (kennel cough) vaccination is required every year for the safety of all dogs.
  • Be in good health.
  • Be spayed or neutered; with the exception of puppies younger than seven months.
  • Be on a flea control program.

 

  • Pass a temperament evaluation.

Temperament Evaluation

For the safety of everyone at Pooches Playgroup, it is important that all dogs interact positively together. In order to maintain a high safety level, we require that all dogs pass a temperament evaluation. We will sit down and discuss your dogs' history (socialization, interactions with other dogs, etc.). Once the written evaluation is complete and we feel it is necessary your dog will be introduced to another daycare dog. We will monitor your dog's body language and reactions. If all goes well, your dog is accepted to Pooches Playgroup.

 

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