The benefits of Doggy Playdates are numerous. Most dogs are social creatures and love to play with other dogs. If your dog is a social animal, then he will certainly appreciate making new friends during a playdate. Playdates are also a great way to exercise your dog! Not only will Rover have a great time, but he will be a happy, tired (read: GOOD) dog!

The Ottawa Canine School offers Fun Friday Playdates regularly (and even more frequently during the Winter months). This Friday December 16th the Ottawa Canine School is hosting a small dog playdate, for dogs 25 lbs or less. And don’t worry, we do not Weigh In the dogs at the door and turn away those that had a few too many biscuits during this festive season. Puppies are welcome, as long as they are currently 25lbs or less and have had the required vaccines.

Have a pooch that would love a playdate but is not considered a small dog?  No worries!  We also have playdates for dogs of all sizes. Check the website, under Fun Fridays, for the schedule.

What can you expect at a doggy playdate? Well, first of all, to have a lot of fun! You can also expect to meet some new people, meet some new dogs, and see what your pooch thinks of the tunnel.

Drop in any time between 6:30 and 8pm. Most people arrive around 6:30pm though many do drop in later. There are gates set up at the entrance,which allows you to come in without being greeted by all the other dogs in the room! This also prevents your dog from being overwhelmed by a furry greeting committee. There is a trainer there at all times to supervize the dogs.

While the dogs have fun running around or exploring some agility equipment, humans are also encouraged to socialize, have some refreshments, and watch the dogs enjoy themselves. We have a great coffee/tea machine, a fridge stocked with water and other cold drinks (no beer, sorry) and some treats. This is all included in the $10.

This indoor playdate is for socialized, friendly dogs. If your dog has a bite history, this is NOT the place for him! If you are not sure how your dog will handle the playdate, you can give it a try, but be prepared to leave. If your dog is not socialized and finds being in a room full of dogs stressful, we will ask you to take your pooch home. We want the dogs to have fun! 

This Friday we will have a special DOOR PRIZE – a lovely stuffed Doggy Stocking! $40 value. It has a Kong Toy, water/food bowl, bones, ar’ful good treats, and other great goodies!

If you have any questions about the Ottawa Canine School’s doggy playdates, please call (613) 296-3643 or email ottawak9school@yahoo.ca