At Dogs at Camp, dogs spend their days together with other dogs, in very large fully fenced fields, supervised at all times by our Camp Counselors. They also have all day access to the barn for warm up, cool down, or rest time. Each dog must pass an assessment for socialization before being accepted to camp, and that – together with a number of other measures we have in place – ensures a positive and safe environment for each and every dog in our care. At camp, dogs have time to play, rest, eat, sleep, and… well… to be dogs. DAC Ottawa is located just off highway 417, close to the towns of Pakenham and Arnprior – 20 minutes west of Kanata. It is set up on – get this: (are you sitting down?) 160 acres of land. Yes, you read that right. One-hundred-and-sixty acres! The beautiful 4000 square foot barn has been restored for our camp purposes, including a large indoor play area, grooming facilities, six ‘stalls’ for sleeping dogs in small groups. Dogs enjoy a two acre fenced outdoor play field. The property is situated on the bank of the Mississippi River…an ideal swimming spot for the dogs! The owner of the Ottawa Dogs at Camp – Cheryl Caswell - founded It’s a Dog’s Life in 2001, which was one of the original, largest, and most successful indoor day care facilities for dogs in Ontario. Providing dog boarding and camp services to Ottawa and surrounding area - Kanata, Stittsville, Carp, Almonte, Arnprior, Pakenham, Carlton Place, Renfrew, Kinburn, Fitzroy Harbour, Dunrobin, Constance Bay, Manotick, Richmond, and more!
