Posts by Samantha Hillmer
How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare?
How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare? As a pet parent, leaving your furry friend at daycare can be an emotional experience. You want to ensure they’re not just tolerating it, but actually enjoying their time. So, how can you tell if your dog likes daycare? The clearest signs include excited behavior upon…
Read MoreHow Many Days A Week Should My Dog Go To Daycare?
How Many Days A Week Should My Dog Go To Daycare? As a dedicated pet parent, you want to make sure your pup is getting the right amount of playtime, socialization, and exercise while balancing your busy schedule. So, how many days a week should your dog go to daycare? For most dogs, a sweet…
Read MoreDoes Dog Daycare Help With Separation Anxiety?
Does Dog Daycare Help With Separation Anxiety? If you’ve ever come home to chewed-up furniture, non-stop barking complaints from the neighbors, or a dog who seems completely panicked when you leave, you know how tough separation anxiety can be. It’s heartbreaking to see your pup struggle when you’re not around—but is dog daycare the solution?…
Read MoreHow Enrichment Doggy Daycare Can Be the Perfect Alternative to Traditional Daycare
How Enrichment Doggy Daycare Can Be the Perfect Alternative to Traditional Daycare At Canine To Five, we know that every dog has unique needs, especially when it comes to socializing and preventing boredom. While traditional doggy daycare is perfect for many dogs, some do not thrive in the type of environment where they are constantly surrounded…
Read MoreRaising a Happy, Well-Socialized Puppy: How Doggy Daycare Helps
Raising a Happy, Well-Socialized Puppy: How Doggy Daycare Helps Bringing a new puppy home is an exciting adventure, but raising a confident, well-adjusted dog takes time, patience, and the right experiences. Did you know your puppy is learning important life skills during their first year? Introducing them to new environments, people, and dogs—especially before six…
Read MorePreventing Canine Respiratory Illness: Why We’re Recommending the Intranasal Bordetella Vaccine
Preventing Canine Respiratory Illness: Why We’re Recommending the Intranasal Bordetella Vaccine If your dog attends daycare, visits the dog park, or even accompanies you to the vet or pet store, they’re part of a vibrant social world. Unfortunately, just like kids in kindergarten, this social life can come with the occasional cough or cold. At…
Read MoreStress-Free Dog Boarding: What to Expect at Canine To Five
Stress-Free Dog Boarding: What to Expect at Canine To Five Whether you’re heading out for a relaxing vacation, hosting family and friends, or simply need some time away, finding reliable care for your dog is a top priority. Canine To Five is here to provide safe, stress-free boarding for your pup, giving you peace of…
Read MoreHosting for the Holidays? Discover Why Dog Boarding is Still a Smart Move.
HOSTING FOR THE HOLIDAYS? DISCOVER WHY DOG BOARDING IS STILL A SMART MOVE. Holidays bring excitement, celebrations, and quality time with loved ones, but they can also mean a lot of hustle and bustle. Whether you’re traveling or staying home to host, dog boarding can be a game-changer for both you and your pup. With…
Read More5 Must-Know Reasons to Send Your DOG Back to School
5 Must-Know Reasons to Send Your DOG Back to School As summer fades and the school year begins, it’s time to think about getting everyone back into a routine—including your dog. While the kids are busy with their new schedules, your dog might be left wondering where all the fun and attention went. This is…
Read MoreTop 10 Reasons Why Doggy Daycare is Essential, Even When You Work From Home
Top 10 Reasons Why Doggy Daycare Is Essential, Even When You Work from Home At Canine To Five, we often hear, “I started working from home, so we no longer need doggy daycare.” And while working from home has become a great arrangement for us humans, our dogs are often left feeling bored and unfulfilled…
Read MoreFetch & Earn – Get $40 for You and a Friend!
Love Canine To Five? You can share the experience with friends and earn rewards! Our Fetch & Earn Referral Program is an easy way to give your friends a special welcome while you enjoy perks, too. How It Works: Refer a Friend: Sign up to get your unique referral link to share with friends, family,…
Read MoreTop 10 Reasons Dog Boarding Is Better than Pet Sitting
When it comes to ensuring your dog’s safety, health, and happiness while you’re away, the decision between dog boarding and hiring a pet sitter is crucial. Both options have their benefits, but for most dogs, Canine To Five offers unparalleled advantages. Here’s a detailed look at why dog boarding at one of Canine To Five’s…
Read MoreReintroducing Your Dog to Doggy Daycare: Everything You Should Know
REINTRODUCING YOUR DOG TO DOGGY DAYCARE At Canine To Five, our top priority is the well-being and comfort of your dog. We understand that life can get busy, and sometimes, it’s been a while since your dog last visited us for daycare or boarding. Our team is always overjoyed when an old face returns to…
Read MoreLobby Safety and Etiquette for Dogs
Visiting a doggy daycare, overnight boarding, or dog grooming facility like Canine To Five is an exciting experience for both dogs and their owners. Whether you’re in Detroit, Commerce Township, Ferndale, or Grosse Pointe, it’s essential to maintain lobby safety and etiquette to ensure a comfortable environment for everyone. Here are some key guidelines to follow:…
Read MoreManaging Our Doggy Daycare Groups at Canine To Five
Managing Our Doggy Daycare Groups at Canine To Five At Canine To Five, we are dedicated to providing a fun, structured, and engaging daycare experience for every dog in our care. We offer two distinct daycare options to suit different personalities and play styles: Group Play Daycare and Pawsitive Enrichment. Group Play Daycare: Pack Management…
Read MoreDrinking with Dogs at The Old Miami | 2023
Canine To Five hosts monthly Drinking with Dogs events throughout the summer that bring together pet owners and dog lovers in our community. These free dog-friendly events in Detroit are open to the public, and help promote Canine To Five’s dog daycare, dog boarding, and dog grooming in Detroit, Ferndale, and Commerce Township, MI. See…
Read MoreDrinking with Dogs at Ferndale Project | 2023
Canine To Five hosts monthly Drinking with Dogs events throughout the summer that bring together pet owners and dog lovers in our community. These free dog-friendly events in Detroit are open to the public, and help promote Canine To Five’s dog daycare, dog boarding, and dog grooming in Detroit, Ferndale, and Commerce Township, MI. See…
Read MoreWhat to Expect From a Doggy Daycare Evaluation
Enrolling your dog into doggy daycare is an exciting journey for both pet parents and their furry companions. It’s a chance for your pup to make new friends, explore stimulating environments, and have a tail-waggingly good time. In this blog post, we’ll take you through the evaluation process at Canine To Five in Midtown Detroit,…
Read MoreFerndale Pride Month Photoshoot | 2023
Our pack celebrated Pride Month with an adorable doggy photoshoot! These puppy photoshoots are available each month to Canine To Five’s dog daycare, dog boarding, and dog grooming clients in Commerce Township near West Bloomfield, Midtown Detroit, and Ferndale, MI. If you want your dog to participate, you can register online and become a member…
Read MoreCommerce Pride Month Photoshoot | 2023
Our pack celebrated Pride Month with an adorable doggy photoshoot! These puppy photoshoots are available each month to Canine To Five’s dog daycare, dog boarding, and dog grooming clients in Commerce Township near West Bloomfield, Midtown Detroit, and Ferndale, MI. If you want your dog to participate, you can register online and become a member…
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