Dog Boarding
Our facility raises the fun factor for dog boarding in Metro Detroit. Dogs that stay in Group Play Boarding get to play in our doggy daycare all day, so it’s like they get a vacation of their own! At night, your dog is kept company by an overnight attendant, and during the day, we have live webcams to give you that extra peace of mind. These are just some of the many ways we care for your dog so you can enjoy your time away even more.
Going on a trip soon? We recommend starting the registration process a few weeks in advance.
Group Play Dog Boarding
Group Play dog boarding allows your furry friend to participate in off-leash, open play with other four-legged friends during the day. Pups eligible for Group Play must:
- Be between 12 weeks - 12 years old
- Be spayed/neutered if 9 months or older
- Be up to date on Bordetella, DHPP, Leptospirosis, and Rabies vaccines
- Have passed an evaluation prior to their overnight visit
Evaluations do expire if your pup hasn't visited us in over 6 months. We recommend visiting at least once per week to stay active and establish a good routine for your dog! Don't think your dog would be eligible for Group Play? Scroll to the bottom of the page to learn about Private Play.
Why choose Canine To Five for overnight dog boarding?
- Canine To Five has overnight attendants that monitor our pups for a safe and cozy night's sleep
- Your dog will get to be around other dogs and people throughout their whole day - no risk of feeling lonely!
- They'll receive exercise, socialization, and affection every day
- Pet parents can watch their dog on our live webcams right from their phone
- Off-leash play is supervised by our trained Pack Leaders who are CPR & First Aid Certified and understand dog behavior & body language
- They'll be given hands-on wellness checks each day, and you will be sent a text message if we notice anything abnormal
- Your dog will have access to our spacious outdoor play yards equipped with pools, sprinklers, foam parties, and sunshine in the summer months
- They'll have their own spacious enclosure at night in our climate controlled boarding rooms with soothing music playing, a raised bed, and fresh water
- Non-life sustaining medication can be administered at no extra cost
- You can upgrade their nights to our Very Important Puppy package to receive photos and text updates, a one-on-one play or cuddle session, and a peanut butter or pumpkin stuffed Kong treat
pricing
- Group Play Overnight Boarding $60/night
- VIP (Very Important Puppy) Overnight Upgrade +$20/night
- Ask about our multi-dog & multi-night discounts!
- See if you qualify for our Preferred Pawtner discount program
learn more
- Read What to Expect When Dropping Off for Boarding
- Learn about Medications During Dog Boarding
- Read about our Very Important Puppy package
- Learn What to Look for After a Boarding Stay
- Read Why you Should Pick Canine To Five!
- Learn about our Daycare Rules
- Read our FAQ page
Private Play Dog Boarding
Have a dog that doesn't meet our Group Play requirements? Or maybe they simply want to steer clear of the hustle and bustle of doggy daycare? Canine To Five offers Private Play daycare and boarding at our Midtown, Ferndale, and Commerce Township locations. To participate in Private Play, all dogs must:
- Be between 12 weeks - 12 years old
- Be non-aggressive towards humans
- Be up to date on Bordetella, DHPP, Leptospirosis, and Rabies vaccines
- Have passed a Private Play evaluation prior to their overnight visit
Evaluations do expire if your pup hasn't visited us in over 6 months. We recommend visiting at least once per week to stay active and establish a good routine for your dog. While we do accept unaltered dogs, for safety reasons, we cannot lodge dogs while they are in heat or pregnant.
Private Play Accomodations
- Private Play guests receive individual socialization sessions and potty breaks with our Pack Leaders throughout the day
- They'll have their own spacious enclosure in our climate controlled Private Play wing with soothing music playing, a raised bed, and fresh water
- Canine To Five has overnight attendants that monitor our pups for a safe and cozy night's sleep
- They'll receive exercise, socialization with people, and affection every day
- They'll be given hands-on wellness checks each day, and you will be sent a text message if we notice anything abnormal
- Your dog will have private access to our spacious outdoor play yards equipped with pools, sprinklers, foam parties, and sunshine in the summer months
- Non-life sustaining medication can be administered at no extra cost
- You can upgrade their nights to our Very Important Puppy package to receive photos and text updates, an extra one-on-one play or cuddle session, and a peanut butter or pumpkin stuffed Kong treat
pricing
- Standard Overnight Boarding $75/night
- VIP (Very Important Puppy) Overnight Upgrade +$20/night
- Ask about our multi-dog & multi-night discounts!
- See if you qualify for our Preferred Pawtner discount program
Dog Boarding Hours
Monday through Friday: 6:15am - 8:00pm
Saturday: 8am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 8am - 11am & 4pm - 7pm
In order to maintain a more stable pack of dogs during busy holiday boarding times, we require a 2-night minimum stay for the following holidays: New Years Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
Please inquire about multi-dog & multi-night discounts!
Canine To Five requires a 50% deposit to secure all holiday boarding reservations. These deposits are non-refundable in the event a reservation is cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. All other non-holiday reservations simply require a 50% deposit to be paid at check-in and are refundable in the event you need to cancel.
from one of our dog boarding clients...
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We didn't think boarding would ever be an option for our dog, as pack play is too much for him. Called Canine to Five to see if limiting playtime would be an option. Turns out, they have several different areas for dogs of different sizes and activity levels, including a special lounge for senior/special needs dogs! We just did a first day evaluation, and the staff were so caring and accommodating. They really know their stuff—they placed our pup where he would do best, and he had a great first day. He clearly loved it there! When it was time to go home, he didn't want to leave. Any concerns we had about boarding are gone, and we are excited to take him back.