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DogTag

The first step · Superior, Colorado

One Day
Before Any GroupDog daycare & boarding assessment in Superior, Colorado

Every dog’s first visit is a one-day assessment. We meet them calmly on their own, then introduce them to a small group and watch how they get on. It costs $20 and includes a free half day of daycare.

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A doodle sitting calmly in the open yard at DogTag in Superior, Colorado
Why we do this

This Is What A Hand-Picked Pack Looks Like

A large shepherd mix and a small papillon resting together in the yard at DogTag
Two daycare dogs wrestling and playing together in the yard at DogTag
Two dogs playing together in the gravel yard at DogTag in Superior
Kai in the yard with other daycare dogs playing behind him at DogTag

Big dog, small dog, bold dog, shy dog. These groups work because they are matched on energy and play style, not on who happened to turn up that morning. Working out where your dog fits is the whole point of the assessment.

The assessment day

Why Every Dog Starts HereWhat happens at a dog daycare assessment in Superior, CO

Why we assess

Safety first

We meet every dog calmly and individually before any group, so everyone in our care stays safe and comfortable.

The right fit

It lets us place your dog in a small group matched by energy, age and play style, not just whoever turned up.

Your dog’s comfort

A gentle first day sets the tone. We would rather your dog start confident than be thrown in at the deep end.

What it costs

$20, and that includes a free half day of daycare. It is a one-off — you never do it again.

On the day
10am
Arrive & Tour
We walk you through the yards and where dogs sleep, cover what to bring, and answer every question.
Hello
A Gentle Introduction
We introduce your dog slowly, one-on-one, before there’s any group.
Play
Into A Small Group
We bring them into a small, compatible group and watch how they socialize.
Enrichment
A Taste Of The Program
Small-group play and intelligence games, so we get a feel for what they'll need.
4pm
Your Summary
At pickup you’ll get a summarized assessment and a clear plan for your dog’s next steps.
After the assessment

What Happens Next

01

Your summary and plan

At pickup you get a summarized assessment and a clear recommendation for the right group and program for your dog.

02

Book your first full day

Daycare, boarding and puppy classes all open up once the assessment is complete.

03

Settle into a routine

Most dogs do best on a regular rhythm, which is what the memberships are built for.

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Assessment questions

Everything You Want To Know
Before The Day

The practical questions owners ask before a first visit.

The day, the cost & the requirements
What does the assessment cost?
$20, and that includes a free half day of daycare. It is a one-off — you never do it again.
How long does it take?
A full day. Arrive from 10am and collect at 4pm with a written summary of how the day went.
Does every dog need one?
Yes. Every dog’s first visit to DogTag is a one-day assessment, whether they are here for daycare, boarding or puppy school.
What do I need to bring?
Current vaccination records: rabies, bordetella, distemper/parvo and canine influenza.
Does my dog need to be spayed or neutered?
Yes, between 8 and 9 months, and younger pups are reviewed individually.
What happens afterwards?
You get a summarized assessment and a clear recommendation for the right group and program. Daycare, boarding and puppy classes all open up.
Do I get to see the place?
Yes. The day starts with a tour of the four yards and where the dogs sleep, and we answer every question before you leave.

Still Deciding?

If you would rather talk it through before booking anything, call us. We are happy to answer questions about your dog first.

Call (720) 317-8414