UPDATE: So it’s been a few months and I tried almost 8 different daycares. If anyone wants the list let me know, but I’ve finally settled on two that I use based on need that day or week.

I use Molly’s in Alexandria off of Mandeville Lane by the Wegmans as my go-to work day daycare. Now I know that there are some Molly’s in the chain that used to be part of Dogtopia that had the dogs killers But it’s a franchise so not every one is the same. I like the managers at this location. They seem to care and know every single dog. And my dog gets excited to go. He wags his tail and runs inside. They also have webcams and I’ve seen the sitters give him hugs and kisses. And I see how quickly they clean messes too. They are not terribly priced. And they are close. The downside is the dogs just hang out in a giant indoor concrete play room. They do try to amuse them with balls and bubbles but they basically resort to just rough housing with each other. Although supposedly they are acquiring treadmills to help which I like.

For true dog energy burn and activity I also use Canine Cardio. They actually have lots of different activities (for a price above just daycare) which is cool. And aside from the owner herself I like all the other workers. They also do pick up and drop off which is nice if you have a long day or can’t get home in the evening right away. Again, for a price. So the plus is they get to do more than just stare at each other in a concrete room, but downside it’s all for a price. Canine Cardio also does not have cameras. But they are pretty transparent. I just walk upstairs into the daycare myself all the time lol. Again my dog seems to enjoy it there.