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Are Commercial Doggy Daycares Safe for Your Dog? What Every Owner Should Know

Are Commercial Doggy Daycares Safe for Your Dog? What Every Owner Should Know

  As much as we love our dogs and want them to have fun, commercial doggy daycares aren’t always the safe playgrounds they’re advertised to be. After speaking with dog trainers and observing real-world daycare dynamics, we’ve noticed several common issues that can affect your dog’s physical and emotional well-being. 1. Increased Risk of Fights and Injuries Dog fights are a real concern in large daycare settings. Even a single traumatic event—like being attacked or involved in a scuffle—can create lasting fear, reactivity, or insecurity. Many owners report that their dogs were perfectly fine until one negative daycare experience changed...