{"id":8,"date":"2018-12-11T21:16:58","date_gmt":"2018-12-11T21:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/downtown-orlando\/?page_id=8"},"modified":"2026-09-17T10:24:48","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T14:24:48","slug":"overview","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/downtown-orlando\/","title":{"rendered":"Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>DOG CARE IN THE HEART OF HISTORIC IVANHOE VILLAGE ON ALDEN ROAD<\/h2>\n<p>Dogtopia of Downtown Orlando is just minutes from Interstate 4 (I-4) and close to the intersections of Virginia Drive and N Orange Avenue, and N Mills Avenue and Princeton Street. We are also adjacent to the vibrant Mills 50 District and located at The Yard at Ivanhoe, making morning drop-offs and evening pick-ups easy for local residents, commuters, and healthcare professionals near AdventHealth Orlando. Convenient customer parking is available on-site at The Yard at Ivanhoe, so getting your pup in and out is simple.<\/p>\n<p>We proudly welcome pet parents from\u00a0Ivanhoe Village, Mills 50, Park Lake Highland, College Park, Rowena Gardens, Colonialtown North, Rose Isle, Lake Eola Heights, Lake Dot, Downtown Orlando, and throughout Orange County. Our location places your dog right in the center of Orlando\u2019s most energetic, lake-filled neighborhood.<\/p>\n<p>Dogtopia of Downtown Orlando is surrounded by some of Orlando\u2019s favorite places to explore and is conveniently located near Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando. We are also close to scenic lakeside walking spots like Lake Ivanhoe, Gaston Edwards Park, Lake Formosa, and Lake Highland, as well as Loch Haven Cultural Park, which is home to the Orlando Science Center and Orlando Museum of Art. You\u2019ll also find dog-friendly patios, local breweries, and independent shops along North Orange Avenue and Virginia Drive nearby.<\/p>\n<h2>A QUALITY DOG FACILITY DESIGNED FOR SAFETY &amp; WELLNESS IN ORLANDO, FL<\/h2>\n<p>With over five years of experience serving the Downtown Orlando community,\u00a0our custom-designed 4,489-square-foot state-of-the-art facility provides a balance of safety, exercise, and enrichment. Our facility features three indoor playrooms, with dogs grouped according to size, personality, play style, and temperament. We also offer:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Full, soundproof walls that separate the playrooms<\/li>\n<li>Joint-friendly, compressed rubber flooring<\/li>\n<li>Climate-controlled indoor playrooms<\/li>\n<li>Advanced HVAC systems with continuous fresh-air exchange<\/li>\n<li>Strict bio-enzymatic cleaning routines<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/downtown-orlando\/webcams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Live HD webcams<\/a> in every playroom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-741 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/2022\/07\/heroes-for-healthy-pets-logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"267\" height=\"179\" \/>Dogtopia of Downtown Orlando has earned certification status as a Heroes for Healthy Pets<sup data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">TM<\/sup>\u00a0facility. The Heroes for Healthy Pets<sup data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">TM<\/sup>\u00a0Certification Program in Infectious Disease Management provides training for preventative care, including strategic vaccination, and cleaning and disinfection protocols to help maintain disease-free facilities and keep pets healthy.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">The program is co-sponsored by the International Boarding and Pet Services Association, National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America, Pet Sitters International, VETgirl, and Barkleigh Productions.<\/p>\n<h2>DOG DAYCARE IN DOWNTOWN ORLANDO<\/h2>\n<p>Our\u00a0dog daycare in Downtown Orlando\u00a0gives pups a safe place to exercise, socialize, learn, and enjoy supervised open play with compatible furry friends. Our trained Canine Coaches understand dog body language and pack management, helping create positive experiences for pups.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to learn more about the daycare experience, our playrooms, and daily activities?\u00a0Visit our <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/downtown-orlando\/dog-daycare\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>dog daycare page<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>OVERNIGHT DOG BOARDING IN ORLANDO<\/h2>\n<p>Planning a vacation, work trip, or weekend away? Our\u00a0overnight dog boarding in Orlando\u00a0gives your pup a familiar place to stay when you can\u2019t be by your pup\u2019s side, with attentive care and opportunities for activity and socialization.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more about our <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/downtown-orlando\/dog-boarding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>dog overnight stays<\/strong><\/a><strong> at Dogtopia of Downtown Orlando. <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>A DOG SPA IN DOWNTOWN ORLANDO<\/h2>\n<p>Keeping your dog\u2019s hygiene routine on track can be a lot easier when their spa visit is part of the same trip. Our\u00a0dog spa services in Downtown Orlando\u00a0can be added to daycare or boarding stays, giving your pup a fresh and pampered finish before heading home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more about our <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/downtown-orlando\/dog-spa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>doggy spa treatments<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>REQUIREMENTS BEFORE YOUR DOG JOINS OUR PACK<\/h2>\n<p>Every pup joining our facility must complete a Meet &amp; Greet with our team before participating in our play environment. Please note that pet parents must have their dogs for at least 60 days before we can conduct a Meet &amp; Greet. We also require dogs to be at least 12 weeks old, spayed\/neutered if seven months and older, and up to date on their vaccinations. Full vaccination is also required for spa treatments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more about the requirements that help keep our facility safe for everyone on our <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/downtown-orlando\/new-pet-parent-info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>new pet parent info page<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>A TRUSTED PART OF THE DOWNTOWN ORLANDO COMMUNITY<\/h2>\n<p>Dogtopia of Downtown Orlando is proud to support the community surrounding our facility. We are active members of the\u00a0Mills 50 District, Ivanhoe Village, and College Park, work with local veterinary clinic partners and animal rescue organizations, and support the\u00a0Dogtopia Foundation, which helps fund service dogs for veterans.<\/p>\n<p>Our location has also earned\u00a0Top Dog Facility Certification\u00a0multiple times and has been voted\u00a0Best Dog Daycare in Orlando, reflecting our commitment to quality care.<\/p>\n<h2>CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN ORLANDO<\/h2>\n<p>We can\u2019t wait to meet you and your furry family member! If you have questions about our facility and services, please fill out\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/dashboard\/general-inquiry\/310?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=have%20a%20question%20button&amp;utm_campaign=%2Fdowntown-orlando%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our contact form<\/a>\u00a0or call us at\u00a0<a href=\"tel:407-801-6008\">407-801-6008<\/a>\u00a0to speak with one of our qualified team members.<\/p>\n<div class=\"captioned-slideshow-wrap\" data-uk-grid><div class=\"image-slideshow-column\"><div class=\"image-slideshow\" data-uk-slideshow=\"ratio: 3:2\"><ul class=\"uk-slideshow-items\"><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/2018\/12\/Overview-Dogtopia_Lobby-Welcome-Wall-690x489.jpg\" alt=\"Welcome wall with the logo at Dogtopia of New Location.\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Welcome Wall<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/2018\/12\/Overview_Pet-Parent-Drop-Off-690x495.jpg\" alt=\"Owner dropping-off a dog at Dogtopia of New Location reception desk.\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Pet Parent Drop Off<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/2018\/12\/Overview-Dogtopia_Brag-Wall-Tour-Stop-690x484.jpg\" alt=\"Certificates and dog pictures hanging on the wall at Dogtopia of New Location.\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Brag Wall<\/p><\/div><\/li><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/2018\/12\/Overview-Dogtopia_Welcome-690x502.jpg\" alt=\"Owner and a dog standing in the lobby at Dogtopia of New Location.\" data-uk-cover ><div class=\"slide-copy-holder\"><p>Reception\/Lobby<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"slideshow-status-control-bar\"><div class=\"slideshow-current-slide-status\"><span class=\"js-text-content\">1\/4<\/span><\/div><div class=\"slide-controls-wrap\"><a href=\"#\" data-uk-slideshow-item=\"previous\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"far fa-angle-left\"><\/span><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Previous<\/span><\/a><a href=\"#\" data-uk-slideshow-item=\"next\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"far fa-angle-right\"><\/span><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Next<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"caption-column\"><div class=\"slideshow-caption-holder\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DOG CARE IN THE HEART OF HISTORIC IVANHOE VILLAGE ON ALDEN ROAD Dogtopia of is just minutes from Interstate 4 (I-4) and close to the intersections of Virginia Drive and N Orange Avenue, and N Mills Avenue and Princeton Street. 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