beyond dog daycare
Dog Daycare Add-On Services
At Metro Dogs we’re all about going the extra mile for the dogs! We think our dog daycare alone is pretty stinkin’ great, but dogs need more than just social play to be fulfilled. Just like kids go to school to socialize, learn important life skills, perfect their communication, and create relationships with their teachers, dogs should do more while they’re at puppy school! Not only will your pup be able to physically drain energy playing with their friends, but they’ll now be able to engage their brain to tire them out. We offer several fun services so that you and your dog get the most out of a day at Metro Dogs. Take a look at our comprehensive dog daycare add-on services menu below to explore the full extent of what we have to offer. If you’re interested in a specific service and would like more information, simply click on the underlined title to be directed to the corresponding service page.
Trick of the Month
Give your dog the opportunity to hang with a Certified Daycare Trainers one-on-one and work on some training! Trick of the Month focuses on teaching your dog what is most valuable to you! We have options for basic obedience, fun trick training, agility, cooperative care, and more! Available as a dog daycare add-on service.
A dog that learns new tricks is doing physical brain work! They’re creating new neural pathways and the positive reinforcement they receive helps drop that happy dopamine brain chemical, which makes them even more motivated and engaged!
Birthday Parties
Want Metro Dogs to throw your pup a birthday party? Just let us know what day you’d like for us to celebrate your pup’s birthday (or gotcha day!) and they’ll be spoiled with decorations, treats, & party games with a few of their favorite friends from daycare that day!
Afterwards, you’ll be sent a digital gallery of pictures taken during the celebration and sent home with a special present of treats & toys from Metro Dogs staff. This includes a local made birthday bandana (with option to customize)!
Training Sessions
If you are looking to work on specific behaviors for your dog — you’re in the right spot! Day Training is available to Metro Dogs clients as an add-on with dog daycare reservation or as a drop off session!
Day Training provides you, the dog parent, with the ability to select what your dog needs to work on with a certified dog trainer. Who will be able to provide you with the support you need to continue the training outside of Metro Dogs.
Enrichment Session
Engage your dog’s mind with an enrichment session in our Confidence Club playroom. Enrichment sessions are a way to provide your dog with additional mental or physical stimulation that is not available in the regular playroom. Your dog will be provided with breed or personality based enrichment which may include:
Treat puzzles of varying challenge.
Lick mats/Kongs for relaxation.
Foraging games for relaxation.
Flirt pole play to simulate chase & capture.
Agility equipment to help build confidence.
Plenty of squeaker, fetch, & tug toys.
And more – we’re always adding more!
Grooming Services
Need a spa day? Let Metro Dogs be your one-stop shop! Metro Dogs offers a wide range of grooming services available as an add-on service with your dog’s daycare reservation.
At this time, grooming services are available only to daycare clients. Walk-in grooming appointments are not available. We are not a full-service grooming salon and do not do any cutting or clipping of your dog’s coat.
Sound Hound Canine Massage
Introducing Heidi, owner of Sound Hound Canine Massage! “I enrolled at Chicago School of Canine Massage and completed a 200-hour certification program that covers canine anatomy, physiology, palliative care, and various massage techniques. The modalities I studied include trigger point therapy, myofascial release, lymphatic massage, and pre- and post-surgical massage. I have obtained certifications in Levels 1 and 2, along with Pet CPR and First Aid. I am nationally certified through NBCAAM: The National Board of Certification for Animal Acupressure and Massage. I am one of the three nationally certified canine massage therapists in Minnesota.”
Heidi will come to Metro Dogs, set up a soothing environment, and get to work with your pup! The best part is, she offers a special massage session just for Metro Dogs clients. Click here to book now. Visit Sound Hound Canine Massage website for more information.
Dog Daycare Add-On Services
At Metro Dogs we’re all about going the extra mile for the dogs! We think our dog daycare alone is pretty stinkin’ great, but dogs need more than just social play to be fulfilled. Just like kids go to school to socialize, learn important life skills, perfect their communication, and create relationships with their teachers, dogs should do more while they’re at puppy school! Not only will your pup be able to physically drain energy playing with their friends, but they’ll now be able to engage their brain to tire them out. We offer several fun services so that you and your dog get the most out of a day at Metro Dogs. Take a look at our comprehensive dog daycare add-on services menu below to explore the full extent of what we have to offer. If you’re interested in a specific service and would like more information, simply click on the underlined title to be directed to the corresponding service page.
Trick of the Month
Give your dog the opportunity to hang with a Certified Daycare Trainers one-on-one and work on some training! Trick of the Month focuses on teaching your dog what is most valuable to you! We have options for basic obedience, fun trick training, agility, cooperative care, and more! Available as a dog daycare add-on service.
A dog that learns new tricks is doing physical brain work! They’re creating new neural pathways and the positive reinforcement they receive helps drop that happy dopamine brain chemical, which makes them even more motivated and engaged!
Birthday Parties
Want Metro Dogs to throw your pup a birthday party? Just let us know what day you’d like for us to celebrate your pup’s birthday (or gotcha day!) and they’ll be spoiled with decorations, treats, & party games with a few of their favorite friends from daycare that day!
Afterwards, you’ll be sent a digital gallery of pictures taken during the celebration and sent home with a special present of treats & toys from Metro Dogs staff. This includes a local made birthday bandana (with option to customize)!
Dog Grooming
Need a spa day? Let Metro Dogs be your one-stop shop! Metro Dogs offers a wide range of grooming services available as an add-on service with your dog’s daycare reservation.
At this time, grooming services are available only to daycare clients. Walk-in grooming appointments are not available. We are not a full-service grooming salon and do not do any cutting or clipping of your dog’s coat.
Training Sessions
If you are looking to work on specific behaviors for your dog — you’re in the right spot! Day Training is available to Metro Dogs clients as an add-on with dog daycare reservation or as a drop off session!
Day Training provides you, the dog parent, with the ability to select what your dog needs to work on with a certified dog trainer. Who will be able to provide you with the support you need to continue the training outside of Metro Dogs.
Enrichment Session
Engage your dog’s mind with an enrichment session in our Confidence Club playroom. Enrichment sessions are a way to provide your dog with additional mental or physical stimulation that is not available in the regular playroom. Your dog will be provided with breed or personality based enrichment which may include:
Treat puzzles of varying challenge.
Lick mats/Kongs for relaxation.
Foraging games for relaxation.
Flirt pole play to simulate chase & capture.
Agility equipment to help build confidence.
Plenty of squeaker, fetch, & tug toys.
And more – we’re always adding more!
Sound Hound Canine Massage
Introducing Heidi, owner of Sound Hound Canine Massage! “I enrolled at Chicago School of Canine Massage and completed a 200-hour certification program that covers canine anatomy, physiology, palliative care, and various massage techniques. The modalities I studied include trigger point therapy, myofascial release, lymphatic massage, and pre- and post-surgical massage. I have obtained certifications in Levels 1 and 2, along with Pet CPR and First Aid. I am nationally certified through NBCAAM: The National Board of Certification for Animal Acupressure and Massage. I am one of the three nationally certified canine massage therapists in Minnesota.”
Heidi will come to Metro Dogs, set up a soothing environment, and get to work with your pup! The best part is, she offers a special massage session just for Metro Dogs clients. Click here to book now. Visit Sound Hound Canine Massage website for more information.