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5 reviews for Downtown Dogs
My dog spent a week here while I was at a music festival, then she spent a day at daycare just recently. She came home worn out and happy, which is exactly what I was looking for. The staff here is great and seem excited to have another dog show up every time. They have different areas for different play styles (not size-specific, but energy specific which is important).
I'm sure we'll be back when neither of us want to be outside much in the winter but she still needs to burn off energy. Definitely recommended.
I've been bringing my 8-year old toy poodle for daycare regularly since 2006, and in that time I've gotten to know the staff and gotten a good sense for how things run. They are very safety-conscious at Downtown Dogs, and without a doubt the most experienced and knowledgeable staff around in terms of dog behavior and play group management. This is esp. important to me as my dog is small and not very dominant--she could easily be picked on if the staff were not attentive to this. Anne, the owner, and Erin, the manager are pros, and when it comes to safe management of big groups of loose dogs, they know what they're doing (which is not true of all the dog daycares popping up).
The one poor review on here complained that his dog was put in individual boarding after an "incident" with another dog--translation: he tried to start a fight with that dog. I'm glad that when a dog stops being able to handle being in free-play and behaves aggressively they're taken off the floor--it's what keeps my dog safe. Also, a worm test costs about $40, not $400, and I would rather have an attentive staff who report anything odd in my dog's poop rather than have them not notice or mention something that could indicate a health problem.
I feel like the staff really know my dog--they care about her, and t they would be able to tell if there was anything unusual about her health or behavior, which is really important to me. She's my baby!
Downtown Dogs saves my life during winter months, when my little guy can't stand to be outside for more than five minutes, even in his coat and boots. Having a place where he can run around all day and frolic with other cooped-up pups makes a huge difference in his temperament and well-being.
It costs about $25 per day, and you can drop off pretty early (we're usually in around 8am). You have to pick up your dog by 6:30pm or they start charging. They also do boarding and grooming, but I'm not sure about the rates. The staff is super friendly and they get to know the dogs by name after just a day. They're always super happy to see him when we drop him off, and don't get annoyed when we ask how he did that day. It seems like the people working there genuinely enjoy their jobs and spending time with the dogs.
The dog area is divided into big dogs and small dogs. We have a very small dog but he likes to tear it up with the big guys, and it's never a problem for us to request that he be moved out of little dog area. They do their best to keep the place clean, but with 150+ dogs running around, there are always accidents. It can get a little gross, and our dog needs a bath after every visit.
Another great feature is that they have cameras around the playpens, and you can watch streaming video of your dog playing while you're at work (or school, in my case). The quality leaves something to be desired; I hope they can upgrade the system in the near future. But still, it's nice to be able to check in on your dog especially if, like me, you were nervous about leaving them with strangers at first.
FYI - if you're interested in trying this place out, go to the Metrodome at 6pm on the first Tuesday of the month for Dog Days at the Dome. Your dog can run around and get some good sniffs in, and you can stop by the Downtown Dogs table and get a coupon for $10 off your first visit.
Loved, loved, loved this place!
My little one (Rossi- 1 year old lab/wiemaraner) had never been to a doggy daycare, but we were traveling to Minneapolis for business and I didn't want to leave her with just anyone.) I found Downtown Dogs, and I couldn't be happier with the service, staff, or price!
The introduced her gradually to the group, and even encouraged me to call and check up on her! When I did call, they happily walked me through her day so far and were anything but bothered by my calling! The whole staff was wonder full and made her feel comfortable (and me too!)
The price was FAR less expensive than I had expected and A+++ overall.
I will definitely use them again the next time I am out in Minneapolis!
Downtown Dogs is (I believe) the original dog day care in Mpls.
Once you can get over the fact that you're taking your dog to day care occasionally -- which is decadent in and of itself -- you can feel good about DTDogs.
The staff is amazing, friendly, knowledgeable and they know and love the dogs by name.
Expensive? Yes, of course.. and it would be nice if heavy users got a little more than just a package deal with a coupla bucks off per day.
That said, when my dog does need to go somewhere due to house remodeling, late work hours, etc. I know these guys are great to her and she comes home totally exhausted with my shoes unendangered from her chewful wrath.
I just downgraded this to three stars. If you DT dog your dog too much, you may start to notice some behavior problems or aggression. Just like kid day care, your little darlin might come home with some habits you don't like.
