Pup's Day Out Playcare

Pup's Day Out Playcare is a locally owned dog daycare and boarding facility at 2412 Atlantic Ave. in East Raleigh, NC. Boarding here is cage-free, and grooming is offered on site, so a single drop-off can cover play, an overnight stay, and a bath. Dogs of every size are welcome, from small breeds through giant ones.

Services at a glance

• Cage-free overnight boarding, $50 to $60 per night
• Daycare with indoor play areas
• Grooming
• Complimentary fetch and one-on-one attention
• Walks and play on Sundays and holidays

How the day is run

Dogs are separated by size and temperament rather than grouped into one open room. That matters for a shy dog, a senior, or a small dog who would rather not be bowled over by a lab.

New dogs start with a Temperament Test evaluation, so staff learn how a dog handles other dogs before it joins a group. Fetch and individual attention are included at no extra charge, which is worth knowing if a dog cares more about a tennis ball than about other dogs. Boarding dogs still get walks and play on Sundays and holidays.

Practical details

The facility is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and is closed Saturday and Sunday. Boarding runs $50 to $60 per night based on pricing published by the kennel.

Reservations are made by phone at 919-809-8744. The address is 2412 Atlantic Ave., East Raleigh, NC 27604, and owners who want a look at the place first can check the kennel's Facebook and Instagram pages.