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Happy Australian Cattle Dog playing on colorful playground equipment in the outdoor gravel play yard at Iron Will Dog Lodge in Montrose, Colorado.

Dog Daycare in Montrose, Colorado

Big yards. Good friends. Plenty of play.

Give your dog a safe, supervised place to exercise, socialize and enjoy the day while you’re away.

A Better Day Than Waiting at Home.

Day Camp gives dogs an outlet for their energy, opportunities for healthy socialization and plenty of attention throughout the day.

At Iron Will, play is supervised and dogs are thoughtfully grouped with compatible friends based on factors like size, age and personality.

Happy yellow Labrador splashing in a white flower-shaped kiddie pool at dog day camp, looking up with its tongue out.

Play. Explore. Recharge. Repeat.

A great daycare day needs more than nonstop activity. Iron Will balances supervised play with plenty of room to move and time to recharge.

Dogs playing around a colorful outdoor playset at Iron Will Dog Lodge’s day camp.

Supervised Play

Dogs enjoy social time in supervised playgroups selected with size, age and personality in mind.

Room to Run

Spacious outdoor yards give dogs plenty of room to chase, explore, exercise and just be dogs.

Toys + Summer Fun

Toys, play equipment and seasonal pools add variety and keep playtime interesting.

Rest + Lunch

Dogs have access to private indoor spaces for lunch, naps and downtime between play sessions.

Group of dogs enjoying active outdoor play at Iron Will Dog Lodge’s day camp in Montrose, Colorado.

Day Camp Pricing

CHOOSE THEIR DAY

Full Day of Play

A full day of supervised play, activity, social time and rest.

$37

Coming Often?

Discounted Day Camp packages are available through Paw Partner for dogs who visit regularly.

Half Day of Play

A shorter Day Camp option with plenty of opportunity to move, play and socialize.

$27

Wide view of dogs playing in a sunny outdoor dog daycare yard at Iron Will Dog Lodge.

First Day Evaluation: FREE

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Let’s Find Their Best Fit.

Every dog is different. Before becoming a regular Day Camp guest, new local and long-term daycare dogs complete a behavioral evaluation so the Iron Will team can make sure group play is a safe and comfortable fit.

Good Play Starts With the Right Group.

Day Camp isn't about putting every dog together and hoping for the best.

 

Dogs are thoughtfully placed into supervised playgroups with factors like size, age and personality in mind, helping create more appropriate social experiences for the dogs in our care.

Iron Will Dog Lodge team member spending time with several dogs during supervised outdoor play in the gravel yard.

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Compatible Friends

Thoughtful group placement based on the dog in front of us.

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Active Supervision

Staff oversee play and interactions throughout the day.

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Time to Recharge

Private indoor spaces give dogs somewhere to rest between activities.

Add Something Extra to Their Day.

Want them freshened up before heading home? Grooming and other optional add-ons can be added to your dog's visit through Paw Partner.

Ready for Day Camp?

Here are some requirements for to meet before your dog's first day with Iron Will Dog Lodge.

Happy tan and white dog enjoying his day camp time at Iron Will Dog Lodge in Montrose, Colorado

Behavioral Evaluation

Dogs must receive a passing evaluation and demonstrate appropriate social behavior before regularly joining group play.

Spayed or Neutered

Day Camp dogs must be spayed or neutered by or before one year of age.

Collar + ID

Dogs should arrive in a standard collar with identification.

No choke chains, corrective collars or harnesses during Day Camp.

Healthy + Ready to Play

Dogs should arrive healthy and able to safely participate in an active daycare environment.

Make Sure They’re Ready to Visit.

Current vaccination records are required before your dog can attend Day Camp.

For vaccine requirements, medical exemptions and instructions for uploading records through Paw Partner, visit our complete guest requirements.

Day Camp Hours

Drop-Off + Pick-Up Hours

MONDAY–FRIDAY

7:30–11:00 AM
12:00–6:00 PM

SATURDAY–SUNDAY

8:00–11:00 AM
2:00–6:00 PM.

Reservations are managed through Paw Partner.

Group of dogs enjoying active outdoor play at Iron Will Dog Lodge’s day camp in Montrose, Colorado.

Holiday Hours

Day Camp is unavailable or closed on select holidays. Please review the dates below before reserving.

  • No Day Camp

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  • Closed

FAQs

  • Yes.

     

    Day Camp reservations are managed through Paw Partner.

  • Yes.

     

    You're welcome to pack lunch for your dog to enjoy during their private rest period.

  • Dogs showing signs of a potentially contagious illness should stay home until they're healthy and ready to return to Day Camp.

  • Please let the Iron Will team know about medical needs, recent procedures or activity restrictions before your dog's visit so they can determine whether Day Camp is appropriate. You're welcome to view our medications page for more information.

  • For complete lodging and facility policies, health requirements and important guest information, visit our detailed guest guidelines.

  • Yes.

     

    New local and long-term daycare dogs complete a behavioral evaluation before becoming regular Day Camp guests.

  • Playgroups are thoughtfully organized using factors such as size, age and personality to help create compatible groups.

  • Yes.

     

    Dogs have access to private indoor spaces for lunch, naps and downtime between activities.

  • A full day is currently $37 and a half day is $27.

     

    Discounted Day Camp packages are also available through Paw Partner.

  • Yes.

     

    Seasonal pools add extra fun during warmer weather.

  • Our outdoor play areas are primarily gravel, with concrete used indoors, so some dogs may experience temporary paw sensitivity after lots of active play.

  • It’s common for dogs to be extra tired after a busy stay or day of play due to increased physical activity, socialization and mental stimulation.

  • Yes.

     

    Tours are available Monday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

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Ready for their best day yet?

Book Day Camp through Paw Partner and give them a day filled with play, exercise, attention and friends.

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