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Camp Canine provides dog owners with a guilt-free alternative to traditional daycare and boarding. Dogs spend all day playing in our huge outdoor AstroTurf yards, or in our climate-controlled indoor play rooms during inclement weather. Pick-up or drop-off during closed hours cannot always be accommodated and must first be approved. Approved off-hour pick-ups or drop-offs will incur an $8.00 fee.
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Since opening its doors in 2005, Camp Canine has provided dog owners with a guilt-free alternative to traditional boarding and daycare. Camp Canine is an upscale daycare, boarding, and full-service grooming facility located in Ashland, MA, just 30 minutes west of Boston. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, compassion for all animals, and the high amount of personal attention given to each dog in our care. We will only take up to 60 dogs at a time, unlike "factory facilities" that will take hundreds of dogs a day.
Our hours of operation are designed to provide the highest possible service and care to our campers. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to accommodate any pick-ups or drop-offs outside of the designated hours.
First-timers, please head over to our screenings page. Your dog must pass a screening with us before making any daycare or boarding reservations. Returning campers can book reservations using the forms below or by giving us a call at (508) 881-7364. Holidays and school vacation weeks get booked very quickly, so make your reservations as early as you can!
If your dog has never been to Camp Canine before, you must first come in for a quick screening. The screening consists of a counselor meeting with the pup's owner in order to fill out paperwork, drop of a copy of updated vaccinations, take a tour of the facility and get a breakdown of the daily operation.
Reviews (9)
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Meryl Golden
Mar 27, 2022
My dog looks forward to spending time at Camp Canine. He just spent a week while I was out of town. The staff are attentive and he was a happy dog when i picked him up.
Arturo Paulino
Nov 11, 2021
Went to pick up my puppy today, 3rd time he's gone there for day care and was boarded once for 3 days, and they had him in a room by himself. When asked why I was told "because he is quieter when he is by himself" I said I bring him here to be with other dogs not be secluded like I could understand if he was causing trouble but he's 9.5 months old puppy! Needless to say, I had every Monday booked for the rest of the month and I canceled I will never bring him there again and suggest dog owners who love their dogs to stay away.
Matthew Hamilton
Aug 15, 2021
Reviewing as a worker of Camp Canine: I loved working here, everyone on staff is extremely good at what they do, Allison and Colin especially. Dogs are treated very well and even receive personal photoshoots by me if owners request! Great place to board your dogs and/or drop off for the day.
Jaqueline Godden
Apr 14, 2021
Couldn't be more disappointed with this place. They asked me to drop off my dog between 7-7:30 and before 8 they called asking me to pick him up. They couldn't explain to me why my dog wasn't a good fit, I asked if he was aggressive, barking or crying and the lady said no. The lady said she could read his body language. I was surprise that she was able to do that in such a small period of time, I also brought up to her attention that the day I was there to see the facility there was a dog that wasn't part of the big group and the guy who was showing me the place said that was the dog first day, he was nervous and they'll were trying to make him feel more comfortable first. Also, I read reviews of people that was so grateful for helping them socialize their dog even not working the first time.

She told me they are not trainers, but my question is why my dog didn't have a chance like the others? I asked her why can't you give a little more time, it's a new place for him, new people, new dogs. I fill out a 4 page application explaining and talking about him prior to all of this but it was like they never even bother.
Caroline Samoiloff
Dec 20, 2020
The staff are so kind and friendly, and also very flexible if you need to switch days on relatively short notice. They are always excited to see my dog when I drop her off in the morning, and I love getting the little "report card" at the end of the day. Most importantly, my dog loves it there. Thank you for taking good care of her!
Jennifer C.
Oct 30, 2020
Great day camp for dogs! Staff are so loving towards the pups. No kennels like other day camps! Boarding offered as well. Reasonable prices
Cprateau
May 31, 2020
I was skeptical about going to Camp Canine at first because years ago I had another dog that I used to bring there and I don't think they had very good staff (basically untrained high school kids that couldn't be bothered). But I gave it another shot with my new puppy when I heard it was under new ownership and I couldn't be much happier. My opinion now it's that the majority of the staff now not only love being around dogs but also have some level of training to handle the large groups of dogs (especially Allison and Sam).

They have a large outdoor play area and I'm happy that they recently updated their cameras so I can now check in on my dog in real time anytime she's there. They keep the place clean, have 12 hour daycare days, decent prices, and discounted rates for Veterans and First Responders. Haven't boarded my dog there yet so I can't comment on that aspect but for doggy daycare, I can tell you that your dog will definitely come home well exercised and tired. The biggest criticism that I may have is that sometimes they get so swamped that they're unable to write their daily report cards; but I can live with that.
Janice Amato
May 24, 2017
We love Camp Canine. They are always attentive to us and our dog Nadine. Nadine enjoys her camp counselor and the staff and has a lot of fun when she goes to daycare. We've also been very happy with the groomer and Nadine always looks great after a day of beauty. My only criticism would be the dog cameras. I like to check on her and while I can see her I'd like closer shots of her or different yard angles. The facility is clean and I find the owners and staff to be very communicative and receptive.
Sherri Hofmann
Apr 24, 2016
My crazy rescue puppy / dog failed the first couple of visits to play with his friends. He loves the staff and always comes home zonked out. They have done a wonderful job over the past several months to help me socialize the crazy boy! The staff is amazing! Now he plays with his puppy friends and loves it. Love Camp Canine!