Frequently Asked Questions

Puppies can join daycare after completing their full vaccination series, typically around 16-20 weeks old. We have a special play area designed specifically for younger puppies.

Our facility features 6,000 square feet of indoor play space modeled after The Boston Common, plus separate areas for puppies and specialized programs within our 12,000+ square foot building.

Yes, we require a social screening and trial day to ensure your dog is compatible with our daycare environment and other dogs before regular attendance.

Dogs must be current on rabies, DHPP, and bordetella vaccinations. We also require negative fecal tests and spay/neuter for dogs over 6 months old.

We have 43 luxurious boarding bedrooms that accommodate overnight guests. Each dog gets their own private space plus access to supervised play during the day.

Dogs showing aggression or excessive dominance cannot participate in group daycare for safety reasons. We assess each dog's temperament during the trial day evaluation process.

We provide full-service grooming including bathing, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and breed-specific cuts using modern techniques and natural treatments for optimal coat health.

Board and Train programs typically run 2-4 weeks depending on your dog's specific behavioral goals and learning progress during their residential stay with us.

Yes, we provide both private one-on-one sessions and group classes in our dedicated training area, allowing for socialization while learning essential commands and behaviors.

Daycare operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and weekends from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for convenient drop-off and pickup.

At The Common Dog, grooming is done by staff who already know your dog through daycare and boarding, so anxious or high-energy dogs are handled by familiar faces in a calm, structured environment. Services include baths, haircuts, nail trims, blow-outs, and blueberry facial scrubs. You can add grooming to a daycare day or book it as a standalone appointment.

Yes — The Common Dog in Everett offers professional grooming in the same facility where dogs already play and board, so your dog stays in a known, comfortable space rather than a brand-new environment. That familiarity makes the experience noticeably calmer for dogs who tend to be stressed by grooming.

Grooming at The Common Dog is available both as a standalone appointment and as an add-on to a daycare day, so you can choose whichever option fits your schedule. Either way, your dog receives the same attentive, structured care from staff trained in handling dogs of all temperaments.