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    Facility   


Our 3,000 square foot Doggy Daycare room has it's own central heating and air conditioning system which delivers a constant supply of fresh air. The room was constructed with careful attention to its acoustical properties for superior sound absorption qualities. The floor is fully matted with 3/4" thick solid rubber matting for the comfort and safety of the dogs. The surface is machine cleaned daily with a pet friendly cleaner.

Large outdoor areas allow the dogs abundant space to run and play. The outdoor area is directly adjacent to and over-looks Capital Springs Centennial State Park.

    Activities   


The dogs are closely monitored for proper play behaviors.  We pride our program on stimulating human interaction with the dogs in daycare. The goal is to give the dogs plenty of exercise, keep them under control and develop their social skills, while avoiding inappropriate behavior such as excessive barking or rough play.

    Hours   

The daycare facility is open from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The days are currently limited to Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.  Please be prompt for pick-up $5 first 15 minutes, $2 each additional 5 minutes.  Cancellations must be made no later than 9:00 pm the night before scheduled day.  There will be a $17 charge for late calls and no shows.

    Fees   

$17 per day and $15 per day for an additional dog on the same day. Savings packages are available starting with the 10 day package for $160 ($16.00 per day) or the 20 day package for $300 ($15 per day).

    Enrollment   

In order to provide plenty of one on one attention daily group sizes are limited to a maximum of 24 dogs. Prior to enrollment each dog must satisfactorily complete a behavioral evaluation, history profile, and meet our health criteria to assure freedom from parasites or any communicable illness.

How to Enroll:  Each potential daycare participant needs to meet for an evaluation with our daycare manager.  Call 273-9797 or e-mail Melinda to schedule an evaluation.  At your evaluation, you will need to bring your dog plus a completed registration form , proof of vaccinations (defined as rabies, DHLPP,  bordatella) and of a negative fecal exam. Dogs must also be on flea/tick preventives.  Registration forms may be printed from this website or picked up at our office. 

 

 

   Doggy Daycare Staff   

Melinda Clark, our Daycare manager, began working with dogs in 1994. She has managed kennels for the Columbia County Humane Society, Naperville Humane Society, and the City of Chicago Animal Care and Control. She has developed sharp observation skills in understanding canine behaviors and observing the interactions among groups of dogs. Her innate ability to understand and direct the dogs is what makes our daycare a harmonious, friendly and successful operation. Melinda also trains and trials her German Shepherds and Border Collies in Schutzhund, AKC/UKC Obedience, Conformation, Agility and Flyball. 

Trisha Vanatta - Trisha is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Madison, and started at Mad City Dog Training the summer of 2004.  She grew up with a Shitzu, Patti Tzu.  After losing Patti Tzu, Trisha has taken on the daycare dogs as her own.  She has infinite patience and love for all the dogs.  Trisha keeps the swimming pools full and cold during the summer, packs snowballs in the winters, and blows bubbles all year round.  Trisha is in tune with all of the dogs, and take care to make sure they all stay warm, keep cool and have fun.  While not at Mad City Dog Training, Trisha can be found working at the library or practicing for her black belt at the Dojo.

 

Chelsea Crim - Chelsea joined the Mad City Dog Training doggy daycare team the summer of 2007.  She is the owner of two mixed breed dogs.  Chelsea enjoys interacting and playing with the dogs.  She currently a student at Madison Area Technical College.

 

 

 

 

                           
      

Contact Information:

Mad City Dog Training
813 Post Road
Madison, WI  53713
Phone: (608) 273-9797
Fax: (608) 273-9789
Email: info@madcitydog.com