Yes, for dogs! After completing their meet and greet, all dogs are required to attend a full day of daycare so we can get to know them better. During this assessment day, we’ll introduce your dog to a test dog and gradually build a custom playgroup based on their personality, behavior, and comfort level.

If your dog has a successful assessment day, they’ll be approved for future daycare and boarding bookings! If the assessment isn’t a good fit for any reason, don’t worry — there’s no charge for that day of daycare.

We also understand that some dogs may feel nervous in a new environment. If your pup needs a little extra time to settle in, we may recommend a gradual introduction plan over the next couple of weeks to help them become comfortable with our facility and routine. We’ll always communicate clearly with you throughout the process, because your pet’s safety, happiness, and comfort are our top priorities!

What about cats? Cats do not require a temperament test or meet and greet before boarding. However, if you’d like to see our cat housing area before booking, you’re more than welcome to schedule an appointment to tour the space and ask any questions you may have!

At this time, we are not accepting intact dogs if they are over 1 year old. If your dog falls into the category and you have a boarding need, please call us and we can review available options.

If you have an intact male under 1 year old that causes any difficulties, he will have to remain home until he is neutered. If your female is in heat, she will not be able to come for daycare or boarding.

At Buckaroo Creek, we believe the best playtime includes the perfect balance of exercise in small groups and rest! Our Rest & Rotate method allows dogs to enjoy fun, engaging play sessions with carefully selected playgroups of no more than 10 dogs, followed by time to relax and recharge in their own comfortable living space.

We create custom playgroups based on each dog’s personality, play style, temperament, age, size, and relationships with other dogs in our care. This thoughtful approach helps every dog find their best fit for safe, enjoyable, and enriching social play.

Throughout the day, dogs rotate between targeted play sessions and dedicated rest periods, giving them the opportunity to burn energy, socialize, and recharge before heading back out to play. We manage the schedule and group dynamics so your dog doesn’t have to! All they need to do is enjoy being a dog, with the right balance of play, rest, and comfort throughout their day at Buckaroo Creek.

At Buckaroo Creek, we provide 24/7 staffing to ensure your pet’s comfort, safety, and well-being around the clock. Our overnight team members are much more than just a presence in the building. They are dedicated, trained caregivers responsible for the care and supervision of every animal in our facility.

Our staff is trained to respond to a variety of emergencies involving both the facility and its occupants, ensuring your pet is in capable, caring hands at all times. Beyond safety and supervision, our overnight team provides attentive, individualized care, including extra potty breaks, small-group playtime, feedings, medication administration, and any additional support your pet may need.

At Buckaroo Creek, your pet’s care doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. We’re here around the clock to make sure every guest feels safe, comfortable, and cared for.

All animals attending daycare or overnight boarding are required to be fully vaccinated.

We require updated Rabies, Distemper (Da2PP, DHPPm DHLPP), and Bordetella (Kennel Cough) vaccines for all dogs in our facility.

For any cat boarding with us, we require the Rabies and FVRCP vaccines.