Welcome to the pack
A confident first day starts here.
We take time to learn about your dog, verify their health information and introduce them thoughtfully before their first daycare booking.
STEP 01
Application
STEP 02
Vaccination
review
STEP 03
Temperament assessment
STEP 04
First booking
Applications
Four simple steps to daycare.
01
Tell us about your dog
Complete the online application with the information we need to understand your dog before meeting them.
- Basic contact and emergency information
- Age, breed, size and daily routine
- Health, feeding and medication needs
- Social history, comfort and behaviour
- Past daycare or group-playd experience
02
Submit health records
We review current vaccination documentation before scheduling group activities.
- Upload or email clear veterinary records
- Make sure your dog's name and dates are visible
- Share any recent illness or health changes
- Keep records current for future visits
03
Meet & assessment
A calm introduction allows us to observe your dog without pushing them beyond their comfort level.
- Meet the caregiver and explore the environment
- Observe comfort with handling and transitions
- Introduce other dogs gradually when appropriate
- Discuss the best group, schedule or care approach
04
Approval & first booking
Once approved, you receive the information needed to choose a date and prepare for the first visit.
- Receive confirmation and booking access
- Select an available daycare date
- Review arrival and pickup instructions
- Complete payment and required agreements
01
Tell us about your dog
Complete the online application with the information we need to understand your dog before meeting them.
- Basic contact and emergency information
- Age, breed, size and daily routine
- Health, feeding and medication needs
- Social history, comfort and behaviour
- Past daycare or group-playd experience
02
Submit health records
We review current vaccination documentation before scheduling group activities.
- Upload or email clear veterinary records
- Make sure your dog's name and dates are visible
- Share any recent illness or health changes
- Keep records current for future visits
03
Meet & assessment
A calm introduction allows us to observe your dog without pushing them beyond their comfort level.
- Meet the caregiver and explore the environment
- Observe comfort with handling and transitions
- Introduce other dogs gradually when appropriate
- Discuss the best group, schedule or care approach
04
Approval & first booking
Once approved, you receive the information needed to choose a date and prepare for the first visit.
- Receive confirmation and booking access
- Select an available daycare date
- Review arrival and pickup instructions
- Complete payment and required agreements
The temperament assessment
Getting to know the dog in front of us.
Comfort
new surroundings
How your dog explores, seeks support and adjust to an unfamiliar space.
Communication
Body language
Signals of excitement, uncertainly, playfulness and the need for a break.
Social style
Dog interactions
How your dog responds to carefully managed introductions when appropriate.
Regulation
Rest & recovery
Whether your dog can pause, settle and return to a comfortable energy level
Comfort
new surroundings
How your dog explores, seeks support and adjust to an unfamiliar space.
Communication
Body language
Signals of excitement, uncertainly, playfulness and the need for a break.
Social style
Dog interactions
How your dog responds to carefully managed introductions when appropriate.
Regulation
Rest & recovery
Whether your dog can pause, settle and return to a comfortable energy level
Before the first booking
Your ready-for-daycare checklist.
Application reviewed
All required information is complete and current
Health records approved
Required veterinary documentation has been verified.
Assessment completed
We have discussed the most suitable care plan.
Agreements signed
Policies and emergency authoriztion are complete.
Booking confirmed
You have received the data and arrival instructions.
FAQ
What services do you offer?
We offer daycare, boarding, grooming, nail trimming and more – all designed to keep your dog happy, healthy and cared for.
Do you require vaccinations?
- Dogs must be current on required vaccinations. Required vaccinations include: Rabies (every 1–3 years)
- DA2PP/DHPP (annually or every 3 years depending on vaccine type)
- Bordetella annually
How do you keep the dogs safe?
Every new dog goes through our application and assessment process before joining daycare. We review vaccination information and get to know your dog’s temperament and needs to help ensure a comfortable fit.
Can I tour your facility?
Please contact us to arrange a visit! We’d love to show you around, answer your questions and help you get to know Jodie’s Bark ’N Barn Dog Ranch.
What should i bring for my dog?
Please bring your dog on a secure leash, along with any food or medication they’ll need during their stay. Let us know about dietary requirements or special care instructions. We’ll confirm anything else you need before your first visit.
How do i get started?
Start by completing our new-client application. We’ll review your dog’s information and contact you about the next steps, including any assessment needed. Once approved, you’ll be able to book available daycare dates.