Daisy's Pet Playground

Daisy's Pet Playground is a dog boarding and daycare business in Evansville, Indiana, with two locations in the city. Its East Side facility is at 1309B N. Green River Road, and the company also offers grooming, training and in-home care. Overnight boarding costs $38 per night, according to its website.

How does group play work?

Dogs at Daisy's spend their days in indoor and outdoor play areas, so group time can continue when the weather turns. Staff put dogs into playgroups by temperament, so each dog plays with others that have a similar style. The site also says staff give individual attention to dogs that don't join group play. The owner describes the goal as sending every dog home clean, healthy and tired.

What services are offered?

• Overnight boarding at both Evansville locations
• Dog daycare with group play
• Grooming and training
• In-home care
• Discounts for multiple dogs and extended stays

How big is it?

The East Side location has 98 kennels and the Downtown location has 12, for 110 in total. That gives owners a choice between a larger facility and a much smaller one. When they call, owners can ask which location is the better fit for their dog.

What should owners know before booking?

Reservations are made by phone at (812) 402-0442. Every dog must be current on vaccinations before boarding or joining daycare, so it helps to have records ready. The facility is open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Those early weekday hours make drop-off before work realistic for many commuters. Owners with more than one dog, or planning a longer trip, should ask about the available discounts.