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Fuzzy Buddy's Dog Daycare Wrestling or chasing, frisbee or fetch, Fuzzy Buddy's supplies the very highest aspects of doggie fun to the dogs of Seattle. A day at Fuzzy Buddy's Dog Daycare is the best distraction from the hole-diggin' or pillow-chewin' that usually occupies your furry friend. Your dog's social life can be better than your own. Come home to a tired and cheerful dog! Call to Schedule a Free Trial Day!
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Your reservations and cancellations will be processed during our office hours: 7-10am and after 4 pm. You will only hear back from us if we do not have space for your dog on the day requested (unless you request an emailed response.) Please list dates you wish to reserve, cancel or be waitlisted for.
We still accept checks at Fuzzy Buddy's! When you pay by check for any multiple day pass, instead of part of your money going to line the pockets of Big Banks, you'll be supporting a local pet supply distributor and small pet supply companies. We switch gifts every couple weeks so you can try out some new products!
Your dog will be in an air-conditioned space in the summer and a warm, dry space in the winter. Fuzzy Buddy's is open for dog daycare at our North Seattle location from 6:30 am to 7 pm Monday through Friday. Check out our dog training class information for our evening and weekend obedience training classes, seminars, and playgroups.
Dana is the owner of Fuzzy Buddy's, fulfilling a childhood dream she didn't even know she had! She established City Critters, a dog walking and training service. She is obsessively interested in dog training and how dogs learn. She also loves running around Green Lake with her Border Collie mix, Jedi.
Join the dog trainers at Fuzzy Buddy's and guide your dog to better manners and obedience using effective, dog-friendly training methods. All classes use reward-based positive training methods that are informed by up-to-date knowledge about how dogs learn. Dog Body Language: Humans-only class great for owners of reactive or shy dogs, dog professionals, shelter volunteers, and anyone who wants to understand dogs better.
Reviews (26)
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Jan Cacek
May 26, 2022
Despite.a history of good work I was VERY disappointed they turned my dog away fr their daycare because I refused to take him to a dog park 6 times (I don't trust them when I have a valuable dog).
Jennifer Na
Dec 14, 2021
Green Bean loves daycare! And he sleeps through the night on daycare days:
Shannon Dunn
Nov 26, 2021
Everyone has been kind of professional. My dog gets excited every time I take him here.
Jo Scozzafava
Oct 08, 2021
My pups, a Great Dane and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi love going to daycare to play with their 4 legged friends. I feel confident in their care and safety.
Shelby Kulzer
Aug 31, 2021
It's been a month since we did a trial day at Fuzzy Buddy's. Our baby is 6 months old and has spent the last month healing from an infected abscess the onset of this was 3 days after attending day care. The staff was extremely kind and welcoming, that being said I don't think there is any good way for them to keep their eyes on 80-90 dogs at a time at all times while keeping the play area sanitized.

When we picked our pup up one of the day care staff members noted that they did see some blood on our girl but that they believed it was just a puppy tooth loss. Our vet believes that this blood was from a puncture wound (likely a bite from another dog - potentially another puppy who didn't know how much pressure was ok during play) and resulted in an infected abscess.

It's been a terrifying journey, over $3500 in vet bills and emotionally taxing but our baby is doing much better (before and after pictures attached). I don't recommend bringing your pups to Fuzzy Buddy's. This was just our experience and there are a ton of great reviews but we will be looking for someone who cares for less dogs each day.
Jordan A.
May 11, 2021
I literally went through a ton of legwork to write down everything I possibly could about my animal and even sent a bunch of pictures so I could get her scheduled for trial day. They approved moving forward but they kept offering days and times and then would say they were unavailable within 5 minutes of the email sent. Incredibly frustrating and unfair to customers. Don't offer times and days if they aren't actually available to the person you offered it too. Within 1 buisness day I get but 5 mins.thats unprofessional.
Chris Gatley
Apr 15, 2021
My dog has gone here for two years now and loves it. Great staff. Can't wait to take him up for training sometime
Alexia Newgord
Dec 19, 2020
My pup loves arriving at fuzzy buddies and is in great spirits when she's picked up. she's on the smaller side and did not feel similarly about another doggy daycare we tried. The employees are friendly and know what's up with the pups! I appreciate the flexibility with scheduling. They also reached out when my dog was missing paperwork for a recent vax, which shows that they ensure dogs are fully vaccinated.
Catherine T.
Jun 15, 2020
Fuzzy Buddy's took our dog in for FREE during the silent protest on June 12. Solidarity in action! We took our small, 10-year-old pup in for the first time last week. We were a little nervous because he had never been to daycare before. The folks working assured us that they would introduce him to the other dogs gradually and would stay in contact if they ever felt like he wasn't having a positive experience.

They gave us a full report on his day and he had an AMAZING time. He got into a little mischief, and they were up-front about that as well. Highly, highly recommend this place. Caring, communicative, and wonderful staff.
Britney VanCitters
Jan 23, 2020
These folks are so great! Our dog loved going to doggy daycare while we were living in the area. They even wrote a very sweet reference letter about our dog that we could send to our future landlords. 10/10 would recommend!
Mariah K.
Nov 16, 2019
Update: removing one star because my dog has separation anxiety and was on a list especially for dogs that can't be home alone. This list meant that there was always a spot there if she needed it. This has no been revised so there is no separation anxiety list and daycare must be booked a week in advance. This really is disappointing because the main reason FB worked so well for us was that we could take our dog there instead of leaving her alone to panic if there was a last minute schedule change.
Ryn W.
Jun 13, 2019
I used to work for Fuzzy Buddy's so I've seen the ins, outs and every corner of this daycare and let me tell you. Dont ever take your dog ANYWHERE ELSE! I trust ONLY THEM to watch my dogs when they need daycare. One of my dogs has pretty severe anxiety and they work so well with him, giving him thunder shirts on extra tough days and they handle him with respect and care. They are passionate about animals and it shows in everything they do!
Suzanne M.
Mar 16, 2019
My puppy Gemma LOVES Fuzzys more than anything. She can't wait each morning for me to ask her if she wants to go to "school"! The staff are kind and great with the dogs. I wouldn't trust my dog with any other daycare.
Nicole B.
Nov 02, 2018
First I started taking my pitbull mix puppy, Nova, to puppy class taught by Brooke on Wednesday nights and I love it! Brooke is super well informed and gives a lot of training tips while also doing a good job narrating play so it's easier for owners to tell when it's appropriate to intervene. I then started taking her to daycare on Mondays since it's the closest daycare to my house that was open long enough for the length of my work days.

I wasn't super worried about her trial day but the staff went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. They made sure to tell me that it was totally ok if I called to check on her as many times as I needed to feel comfortable and when I did call once they gave me a detailed report of how she was doing (what dogs she was playing with, how comfortable she was acting, etc.).

The staff is always so friendly and professional and they are so responsive to any requests you have about your dog. The drop off and pick up is set up super nicely so all of the dogs there aren't getting over amped seeing everyone come and go. I have absolutely no bad things to say about Fuzzy Buddy's and I definitely would recommend taking your dog here for both daycare and classes!
Chloe L.
May 02, 2017
My dog has been coming here for about 6+ months now and I love it. He is a border collie mix with a pretty crazy ball drive and can sometimes have a low tolerance for other dogs. What really makes this place amazing is how well trained all the staff is. They know dog body language, and what is needed for each dog to be happy and socialize appropriately.

They even have my dog on a "break" schedule as he doesn't know how to calm himself down. The one downside is the smell he has when he comes home, but given how happy he is and how much I trust the staff it is easily overlooked. And when I was having trouble with my dog outside of daycare they connected me with one of the staff members who already knew my dog to come and help my train.
Liz J.
Feb 01, 2017
We love Fuzzy Buddy's. We started taking our dog as a wee pup, and he has grown to love the team there. They really know our dog (quirks and all!) and greet him at the door each morning by name. He practically runs inside, and when we pick him up, he is happy and worn out. We get a full report of his day, who he played with, and any issues they might see (they've helped us to identify and address a few!). This is by far the best dog daycare in North Seattle!
Hana C.
May 05, 2016
The staff is really good with the dogs! Im assured my dog is well cared for, playing with other known and approved dogs in a clean and fun area. The hours are great and price is reasonable! Juneau always comes home worn out!
Becca C.
Aug 04, 2015
I HIGHLY recommend Fuzzy Buddy's. We adopted our dog, Kaci, in Oct. 2014 and quickly came to realize that as a cattle dog/border collie mix, he had a lot more energy than we thought. We were exercising him each morning but determined that we could afford dog daycare at least once a week and it would be good for him. and for us! We picked Fuzzy's based on yelp reviews and proximity to my office. Kaci went to Fuzzy Buddy's 1x/week from November - July, when we moved out of state and could not have had a better experience.

They offered a free trial day, where I could call and ask how he was doing. Most all the staff offered a short review of how he did when we would pick him up, and I could always ask if they didn't. They were quick to offer up advice about his behavior if I asked for it. He always arrived excited and came home exhausted. Their hours are great and they are flexible about scheduling. We already miss Fuzzy Buddy's!
Brittney B.
Jan 13, 2015
This place is absolutely amazing. My pup has been coming to Fuzzy Buddy's once a week for about a month now and she LOVES it here. I started bringing her because I felt bad she was cooped up inside all day while I was at work and not releasing enough energy. Boy does she get that energy out here! I pick her up and she is exhausted! She now waits at the door every morning hoping its a "daycare day." The staff is also great!

They are super friendly, thorough, and definitely have a love for animals. I had tried out several different doggy day cares and none of them compare to Fuzzy Buddy's. I have to drive a good 20 minutes out of my way each time I drop my dog off and pick her up but it is totally worth it for me. I know my dog is in great hands and is having a good time. After all, pets are our fur children!
Shanna G.
Mar 06, 2014
LOVE these guys. Our rescued dog had separation anxiety, so we took her here while we worked on that with her. She's not a super playful dog, but there are corners for her to hang out in, a small dog play area that she enjoys, and an office to hang out in when she gets overwhelmed. She gets so excited when she sees us drive this way that she will not stop barking & pulls like crazy to get inside. Plus, we found our regular dog sitters here. Hooray!
Mikaela G.
Dec 07, 2013
After our horrible experience with our lab going to the Downtown Dog Lounge- Capitol Hill location, we were very hesitant about ever starting doggie daycare again. Our dog walker convinced us that her dog goes to FB and has always said such positive things that we decided to give them a try. FB's staff is wonderful and engages with the dogs all day, I don't worry anymore that our pooch isn't getting the care he needs.

You can tell all of the staff are REAL dog lovers (unlike the hipsters at DDL) that go above and beyond for both the dogs and their owners needs. Kobe runs up to the door when I drop him off so excited for the day, then comes home extremely tired! Thanks FB for making us feel comfortable again with daycare and taking great care of our Kobe boy!
A. M.
May 25, 2012
Wow - where do I start! Our dog Maxine has been going here for 2 years now. What stands out for us about Fuzzy Buddy's is that everyone on the staff seems to genuinely LOVE dogs. Dana (owner) is an excellent dog trainer/behaviorist so all her staff is very knowledgeable. They strongly believe in positive re-enforcement based methods so you can be assured that your dog is treated with love and respect here.

I have never seen anyone even raise their voice at a dog here or even look like they were having a rough day. What also stands out about FB's is the care and attention that the staff takes. The large play area is always clean, has lots of toys, and dog play is always monitored by at least two people. The staff is very proactive about keeping the dogs engaged and active as well as understanding when dogs need a break.

At the end of each day, we get a report on what our dog did and who she played with (never get tired of hearing chronicles of Maxine). Our dog has had pretty bad stomach issues so sometimes they need to give her meds and food at odd times - they have never missed a beat. They actually have had very useful recommendations on what could help with her health issues.

As for the pricing - it is competitively priced and worth every penny. On a side note, Dana has excellent classes on doggy manners and dog signals. Also, some of the staff does dog sitting on the side. I highly recommend Brooke and Hannah for this.
Darlene M.
Sep 29, 2011
Can I tell you how much I heart Fuzzy Buddy's? Well, K the Pug loves the place! We've been coming to Fuzzy since 2010. I drop her off sometimes when we have a hectic work week and are unable to come home to take her out on her daily walk and potty break. You do have to fill out an application form but it isn't anything too crazy. And since most of the time, I don't drop off K for daycare monthly, I can see how the $28/day can get a little steep.

You can get a 5 day pass and they take a little off, but it isn't that big of a discount. But I haven't done much comparison since Fuzzys is super close to our house. The staff is really sweet and I think that is why I keep coming back. They know her by name and they also tell you who she played with etc. Not sure if they keep them in crate if they are bad like one of the past reviewers mentioned.

They usually separate big dogs from the little guys but sometimes they put them in one room. Our pug loves the big guys! I love the place and K always excited to go. I'm taking her there this week!
Jennifer R.
Aug 02, 2008
If your dog can stay home by themselves, there is no need to go to this business. They only want to take care of animals that are very "easy" and have no issues. My puppy (6 months) was severly tramatized after he stayed there for a few day care appointments. We can't even drive by now without him becoming aggitated. We even saw the trainer at a dog park, later, and she very unprofessionally said to the folks she was working with "OH, I know THAT dog." It was one of the most unprofessional interactions I have ever had with someone in the pet care industry, specifically in Seattle where people tend to be really great with their attitudes and understanding around animals.
C. S.
Dec 20, 2007
I love Fuzzy Buddy's! I take my dog here for both daycare and training. Dana is great with the training. I have tried other classes before (at Family Dog Training Center) and my dog would not listen to the "corrections." Dana's class taught my dog how to want to be good and earn that reward! Her daycare is also excellent because it is a small group of dogs.

There is plenty of room for move around it and there's toys! Its also nice sending my dog to the same place he was trained, I know where he is during the day isn't breaking all of the work I do at home with him. He used to go to a much larger daycare place in downtown, but there were just too many dogs and he'd come home with bad habits (mainly barking and rough playing).
Rylee O.
Jun 27, 2007
I used to take Fergus to Fuzzy Buddy's before I moved to a different area of Seattle. While I could have gone out of my way to drive him to Fuzzy Buddy's I found the daily price too prohibitive. Nice folks - just more than I'm willing to spend on daycare.