The Grinning Dog
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A Day at the Grinning Dog

Daily Schedule

Our schedules are not rigid - it sometimes depends on the mix of dogs, but it generally follows this template:

  • 6:30 am - Rise and shine! Everybody up and out into the Common Area yards for early morning potty and play
  • 7:15 - Yum yum! Breakfast is served. Meds distribution.
  • 7:30-9:30  - Boarders are settled in their kennels to digest while daycare/new boarder dogs arrive. Some boarding dogs are picked up or dropped off now as well. Some boarders enjoy stuffed kongs or chews during this time.
  • 9:30- 11:45 - Yard time for everyone. Boarders and daycare alike are rotated in small groups or buddied up for some serious play and outdoor time. NaturePark hikes begin. We have 4 large (2+ acres in total) 6’ chain link fenced play yards with climbing boulders, natural footing, trees, grass, etc. and 17+  5' fenced acres of field, woods and pond in the NaturePark. There is frequently some dirt involved! Those not in yard rotation are in indoor/outdoor runs with a buddy, out enjoying the NaturePark or engaged in  One on One activities.
  • 12:00 on the dot - 1/2 day pickup/drop off
  • 12:00 - 12:30 pm - Lunch/snacks/meds distribution. 
  • 12:30 - 4:00 - Naps are taken in rotation. Outdoor play and NaturePark hikes resume. One on One activities, and any extra add ons happen. Tuesday through Friday our groomer bathes, brushes and trims those that have scheduled grooms.
  • 3:30 - Yum yum! Dinner time for boarders. Meds distribution. Boarders and daycare dogs are prepared for pickup. 
  • 4:00-6:00 - Boarders are settled in their kennels to digest/rest while pickup/drop off goes on. Some boarders enjoy stuffed kongs or chews during this time.
  • 6:00- 8:00 - Evening outdoor potty and play time in the Common Areas for boarders only
  • 8:00 - 8:30 - BedTime. Dogs are settled in their runs (some with buddies, if they prefer company), NPR on, cameras on and lights out.
  • Rinse, repeat….
Wake up!
Morning yard time
breakfast!
ice skating?
Office help
Trail walk
a bit of cuddling
puppy group
a Little
Senior nap
Pond Paddle
One on One
Nap in the sun
Mani-pedi
Field Run
Field Run
One on One
Puppy time
Yard Buddies
One on One - Ball Play
Evening Play
BedTime Buddies
BedTime Buddies
Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz...
Trail Buddies
A little hand feeding for a senior
Littles in the Woods Pen
Littles in the Woods Pen
Teenage Buddies
Follow the leader
Supervising evening chores
Pizza lunch for the humans
Field Run - 6 acres, fenced!
One on One
Pond Paddle

Location

What Our Clients Are Saying

"Alison and her staff provided exceptional care to not only my dog but also to me..." A. B.

"
The best. Alison and her staff are terrific. My dog, Rem, hadn't spent any time boarded before we got here and he loved it there. I don't know how the dogs are all so calm, but they are. I'm lucky this is near by me. " Betsy N.

"
We miss him, but we never worry about him when he's there. Wonderfully competent crew. Beautiful surroundings." Bruce K.
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Contact Us

250 Southampton Rd.
​Westhampton, Ma. 01027
USA
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​413 527-3652
  • HOME
    • Covid-19 Safety Protocols
    • Hours
    • Contact
    • Gift Cards
    • FAQ
    • The Fine Print
  • Tour
  • Reviews
  • What We Do
    • Daily Schedule
    • The NaturePark
    • Daycare
    • Boarding
    • Custom Care
    • Grooming
    • Transportation
    • Rates
  • Who We Are
    • Alison
    • Diane
    • Christy
    • Emmy
    • Brendan
    • Amelia
    • Olivia
    • Morgan
    • Delaney
    • Aimee
    • Beth
    • Ysabel
  • Client Portal
    • The App