Dog Boarding Sleepovers
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Colby's Pup since May 2022
Premium Dog Boarding with 24/7 Care
Are you looking for dog boarding in DC that brings your pup the best overnight experience? At Colby’s, we know pups deserve the best. Between our comfy suites, dedicated Pupcare Specialists, and fun-filled sleepover activities, every pup can feel right at home. We love pups 24 hours a day, 365 days a year!
Your Pup’s Perfect Sleepover
Maybe work requires an out-of-town stint, you’re going on vacation, or you just need a weekend away. Life often requires travel, and our pups need a safe, clean, stimulating, and loving place to stay. That’s why we created Colby’s!
Our pet resort has important benefits and features to ensure our pups are safe, happy, and healthy when staying with us for overnight dog boarding. Here are just some of the wonderful things you and your pup can expect from a sleepover at Colby’s:
- Pupcare Specialists are on-site 24/7, so your pup is never left alone
- A private sleeping area in our climate-controlled pet resort complete with a raised bed, cleaned twice per day
- Four indoor playrooms, each with specialized, industry-leading play surfaces for healthier paws and joints
- Each playroom has its own climate control and ventilation system
- TVs in our playrooms play soothing classical music day and night
- Wellness checks provided every day, plus lots of love and attention
- Enhanced team training and ongoing education in pup safety, body language, and group play practices
Your pup's perfect stay starts as low as $54.95 per night plus your choice of activity package.
Dog Boarding Safety Standards
Above all, safety is our priority at our pet resort. Here’s how we keep all our pups healthy and safe.
- We’re staffed day and night for the best possible supervision
We clean our facility three times daily with veterinary-grade disinfectants - Each of our four playrooms is separately ventilated and climate-controlled
- Each playroom is outfitted with specialized play surfaces designed for pups keep paws and joints healthier
- All pups are thoroughly assessed for compatibility in our social play environment
- We keep best-practice vaccination requirements to protect our pups
- Playgroups are carefully selected based on size and personality to ensure everyone’s comfortable and having fun
- We have the lowest pups-to-specialist ratio in DC that we know of, ensuring the safest possible experience for dog boarding compared to other pet resorts and dog hotels
- Our Pupcare Specialists are highly trained and provided with ongoing education from a nationally recognized, certified partner
Sleepover Activity Packages
While Boarding Your Dog
We value each pup for the individual they are, so we let their parents choose the best routine for their overnight stray! Each of our Dog Boarding Activity Packages is filled with fun and love, designed to ensure pups stay happy and healthy.
Classic
Daycare
Safe and supervised play for your pup in one of our four playrooms, with jungle gyms, interactive games, and lots of love from our trained Pupcare Specialists.
Deluxe
Daycare + Walk
The classic Daycare experience you can expect from Colby's and a one-on-one walk around the block with one of our Pupcare Specialists.
Premium
Daycare + Walk + Stay Updates
In addition to Daycare and a one-on-one walk, keep up-to-date with your pup's time at Colby's with a customized report card and photo updates throughout their stay.
Dog Boarding & Sleepover FAQs
What are your vaccination requirements?
We take health and safety very seriously. To protect all pups in our care, we REQUIRE certification from your veterinarian that your pup has been vaccinated against:
- Bordetella
- Distemper (DHPP/DA2PP)
- Rabies
We also HIGHLY RECOMMEND:
- Vaccinating your pup against Leptospirosis and Canine Influenza, and
- Having an annual fecal screening.
Of course, no pups are admitted with ticks, fleas, or other pests, and all should have legal licenses.
Is my pup left alone at night?
Our highly trained and loving team are on-site 24/7 for unmatched supervision and peace of mind.
Who can sleepover at Colby’s?
Pups of all sizes are welcome at Colby’s. Puppies as old as 4 months are welcome to join us, or as young as 3 months if they’re enrolled in our Puppy Foundations class.
For the well-being of all pups in our care, we ask you please not bring in your pup if they’re aggressive or unusually fearful. Colby’s is a social play environment designed for pups who love to play with their own kind. Also, if your pup is recovering from illness or injury, we suggest keeping them home. All pups must complete an Assessment Day before playing with us.
Are reservations required?
In order to keep our pet resort one of the safest in the DC area, we depend on having the right number of Pupcare Specialists for the expected amount of pups every day. For this reason, we do require reservations for all our services.
Does my pup need to be spayed or neutered?
Pups who aren’t spayed or neutered are welcome to stay overnight at Colby’s. Since we have four playrooms, we can ensure all guests are safe, happy, and comfortable while playing during their stay. However, we can’t accept females in heat for the safety of all our pups.
Can I add a bath or groom to my pup’s overnight dog boarding stay?
Absolutely! We offer professional, full-service grooming and bathing at Colby’s. We’d love to send your pup home looking and feeling incredible! Just ask a Reservation Specialist when you call to make your reservation or to check-in.
What if I need to drop off my pup early or pick up late?
While we open our doors promptly at 7 AM and close them just as promptly at 7 PM, you can call us at 202-481-4848, and we are happy to arrange drop-off as early as 6:30 AM for $15.00 or pick-up as late as 10 PM for $20.00.
My pup takes medications. Can you administer them?
Yes, we’re able to administer many oral and topical medications for a small fee. Please bring all medications in their original containers with clearly written instructions. We also offer a special TLC Package designed for older and special needs pups, which includes unlimited administration of oral and topical medications. However, we’re not able to administer injections, including insulin.
Can you accommodate special needs pups?
Colby’s can accommodate pups with various kinds of special needs. Please call us to discuss how we can accommodate your pup.
Should I bring my pet’s food?
To keep your pup on the diet they’re accustomed to, we ask that you please bring their usual food bagged and labeled per serving.
What about bedding?
All of our suites are outfitted with raised beds, so there’s no need to bring any bedding from home. Like a dog hotel with twice-daily turndown service, we have high standards for sanitation to make your pup’s stay exceptional.
How is Colby’s cleaned?
We completely sanitize all of our play areas and suites multiple times per day using veterinary-grade cleansers. Pups never share suites, bowls, or food with pups outside their own family, and bowls are thoroughly cleaned between uses.
Can I see my pup while they’re at Colby’s?
Yes! We share regular pupdates for parents to keep up with the action. Please visit colbysdogcare.com/photos.
What is your cancelation policy?
For reservations over a holiday period, we ask you to please contact us at least 2 weeks before your reservation date to avoid any cancelation fee. For non-holiday periods, we ask you contact us within 72 hours of your reservation date.
Can I tour the facility before I book a dog boarding stay?
Whether you have passed our facility during your morning commute or searched for “dog boarding in DC,” we’d love for you to see all Colby’s has to offer. Please stop by any time during our operating hours for a tour!
