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Here’s why all the hip pooches
are heading to doggy daycare at
North Shore Animal Hospital
Doggy daycare isn’t just a trendy
Outlet for energy
fad. We’re working more hours,
You know what your dog is like
and that means less time spent
when you come home from work -
with our dogs. While some dogs
he just can’t wait to play with
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makes a BFF,
doggy playdate
for walks or a
park on the
it’s a wonderful
meet new dog
to sleep the day away,
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you… and that may not be the
first thing on your mind. But
exercise is critical for a healthy
and happy dog, and he’ll get it at
doggy day care. All that running
around and playing is a wonderful
way for him to expend excess
energy.
I’m so lonely
“Sniff! It’s lonely at home all by
myself!” Because your dog can’t
actually tell you this in words, he’ll
show you by being destructive and
chewing on things he shouldn’t.
Many dogs don’t like being at
home alone and benefit from the
company of other dogs. In doggy
daycare, your dog will get plenty
of attention and playtime with
other dogs.
Bathroom breaks
Occasionally, you’re not in a
position to rush home from work
to let him out. Hey, we all have to
work late unexpectedly. But your
dog has been home all day, and he
Let your friend come to play while you're away
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