A Better Kind of Daycare.

Structured daycare and boarding built around safe socialization, purposeful activity, real rest, and individualized care.

SERVICES & RATES

Explore Our Care Options

Daycare, Boarding, and thoughtful care options designed around your dog’s individual needs.

Common questions​

Everything You Need to Know

Find answers about daycare, boarding, enrollment, requirements, and CANINO policies.

about us

A Better Way to Care for Dogs

CANINO was founded by Igor and Jennifer with a shared belief that dogs deserve more than supervision. Great care should be thoughtful, structured, and built around the individual dog. From the beginning, the goal was never simply to keep dogs busy—it was to create a place where they could feel safe, understood, and well cared for throughout the day.

Our approach is centered on safety, structure, and individualized care. We combine appropriate socialization, purposeful activity, individual attention, and time to rest and reset. By paying attention to temperament, energy, comfort, and behavior, we can make thoughtful decisions about what each dog needs throughout their day.

Safety, cleanliness, consistency, and careful observation guide everything we do. We believe good care means knowing when a dog is ready to play, when they need a break, and when a small change in behavior deserves attention.

At CANINO, a successful day isn’t measured by how tired a dog is when they go home. It’s measured by whether they felt safe, engaged, understood, and genuinely cared for.

THE CANINO DIFFERENCE

Structured Care, Built Around the Dog.

Personalized Care

Every dog has a different temperament, energy level, and comfort zone. We pay attention to the individual and adjust care throughout the day based on what that dog needs.

Safety Comes First

Safety guides every decision we make—from temperament evaluations and thoughtfully managed groups to attentive supervision and clear care protocols.

Purposeful Enrichment

Activity should have a purpose. We combine appropriate play, movement, mental engagement, and individual attention without keeping dogs in constant stimulation.

An Attentive Team

Good care starts with paying attention. Our team observes behavior, body language, energy, and social interactions so we can respond thoughtfully throughout the day.

Rest Is Part of Care

Dogs need time to decompress and reset. Appropriate rest helps prevent overstimulation and gives dogs the opportunity to return to activity feeling comfortable and ready.

Cleanliness Is Part of Care

Consistent cleaning, sanitation, and carefully maintained spaces are essential to protecting the health and comfort of every dog entrusted to us.

THE CANINO EXPERIENCE

More Than a Facility. A Place They Love.

Comfort, Safety, and Care

From spacious play areas to cozy boarding suites, every detail was created to provide a clean, enriching, and stress free experience for every guest.

Everything Under One Roof

Daycare, boarding, grooming, classes, and group walks come together in one welcoming destination where every visit feels familiar.

TRUSTED BY OUR COMMUNITY

Proudly rated 5 stars by happy dog families.

OUR LOCATION

Built for Dogs. Designed for Families.

Step inside a thoughtfully designed space where safety, comfort, and happiness come together for every dog.

OUR LOCATION

Built for Dogs. Designed for Families.

Step inside a thoughtfully designed space where safety, comfort, and happiness come together for every dog.

OUR SERVICES

Find the Right Care

boarding

Plans from $120

Daycare Full day

Plans from $60

Daycare Half day

Plans from $50

boarding

Plans from $120

Daycare Full day

Plans from $60

Daycare Half day

Plans from $50

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything You Need to Know

Find answers to the most common questions about our services, policies, reservations, and what to expect before your dog’s first visit to The Canino.

To start using our services, all clients must create a profile in our customer portal. Your dog must be up to date on vaccinations and fixed by 7 months of age. Required vaccinations include Bordetella, DA2PP, Rabies, Leptospirosis, and Canine Influenza (H3N2/H3N8). For dogs under 7 months, we require a negative fecal exam completed within 2 weeks prior to their first day of service.

We prioritize the health and safety of all dogs in our care. These lifestyle vaccines help prevent your dog from contracting and spreading illnesses in high-contact environments, even though they aren’t mandatory in NYC.

We require dogs to be fixed by 7 months to ensure a safer play environment, prevent unwanted behaviors, and reduce the risk of conflicts in group settings.

Puppies must be at least 4 months old to attend daycare. Puppies under 6 months do not require a temperament test but can attend a special “puppy first day” session offered on Mondays and Fridays. A negative fecal exam must be provided 2 weeks before the first visit.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything You Need to Know

To start using our services, all clients must create a profile in our customer portal. Your dog must be up to date on vaccinations and fixed by 7 months of age. Required vaccinations include Bordetella, DA2PP, Rabies, Leptospirosis, and Canine Influenza (H3N2/H3N8). For dogs under 7 months, we require a negative fecal exam completed within 2 weeks prior to their first day of service.

We prioritize the health and safety of all dogs in our care. These lifestyle vaccines help prevent your dog from contracting and spreading illnesses in high-contact environments, even though they aren’t mandatory in NYC.

We require dogs to be fixed by 7 months to ensure a safer play environment, prevent unwanted behaviors, and reduce the risk of conflicts in group settings.

Puppies must be at least 4 months old to attend daycare. Puppies under 6 months do not require a temperament test but can attend a special “puppy first day” session offered on Mondays and Fridays. A negative fecal exam must be provided 2 weeks before the first visit.

Puppies are more susceptible to illnesses due to their developing immune systems. We require a fecal exam to ensure they are healthy and to prevent the spread of potential parasites or infections.

Sign up on our website, following the steps outlined for each service. Required documents include vaccination records and proof of spaying/neutering for dogs over 7 months.

Yes, we offer a virtual tour of the space. This format allows you to explore our facility without disturbing the dogs, ensuring that their routines and environment remain calm and undisturbed by outside visitors.

Our trained professionals conduct a temperament evaluation to assess if your dog is a good fit for our open-play environment. The evaluation includes basic commands, interaction with other dogs, and assessing comfort with handling.

Dogs are grouped based on size, temperament, and energy levels to ensure safe and enjoyable interactions.

Our trained team closely monitors dog interactions to prevent conflicts. If a dog becomes upset, we intervene promptly to deescalate the situation and ensure all dogs remain safe.

We offer both indoor and outdoor play areas, climate control, air filtration, and UV air sanitizing to enhance your dog’s experience.

We require dogs to be spayed or neutered by 7 months to promote a safer play environment.

Our facility is equipped with gated playfields, a locked entrance, and a sprinkler system. We also conduct regular fire drills to ensure the safety of all dogs in our care.

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