FAQ

 Yes, Dogtopia of Purcellville offers early drop-off for our pet families with prior coordination.  Our lobby opens at 6:00 a.m. M-F, 7:00 a.m. Saturday and 10:00 a.m. Sunday.  Our morning manager typically arrives at 5:00a, early drop-offs generally begin at 5:30 a.m.  The same is true for late pick-ups.  With prior coordination we routinely schedule late pick-ups as late as 8:30 p.m.  Early drop-offs/late pick-ups are charged a nominal $5 fee. It’s a popular option for western Loudoun Rt. 7 commuters and IAD travelers. Please call us at 703-936-4121 or speak with our manager during a prior visit so we can assist you.

Yes, Dogtopia of Purcellville is open for dog daycare 7 days a week. Sunday is a popular option for budget conscious families as 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. counts as a half day.  Saturday daycare hours run from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. is a full day.  Beautiful Purcellville Virginia is very popular for biking the W&OD Trail, winery visits, shopping and hiking.  Supervised play, socialization, and exercise are available here to make it a fun day for your pup too!

Dogtopia of Purcellville, located at 201 N. Maple Ave., Suite A, Purcellville, VA 20132 in beautiful downtown Purcellville, VA near McDonalds, is open Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We are closed on Independence Day (July 4), Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day, and we operate with limited hours on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Because holiday hours can vary, we recommend calling our Purcellville team at 703-936-4121 to confirm before your holiday visit.

 At Dogtopia of Purcellville, we always recommend making a reservation to guarantee your dog’s spot and help us properly anticipate staffing needs. We gladly accept walk-ins and space is usually available, but scheduling in advance through the Dogtopia app is the best way to secure a place in the right playgroup. We take pride in delivering a safe, supervised and fun experience for dogs in our care. New to Dogtopia? Call 703-936-4121 to book your dog’s first visit and complimentary Meet & Greet evaluation.

At this time, Dogtopia of Purcellville does not have a formal cancellation, late-arrival, or no-show policy. If your plans change, we simply appreciate as much notice as possible — a quick call to 703-936-4121 or a message through the Dogtopia app.

Dogtopia of Purcellville features four spacious indoor playrooms where dogs are grouped by size, play style, and temperament for safe, appropriate social play, each supervised throughout the day by a trained Canine Coach. Our outdoor play area is seasonally shaded with sun sails and features artificial turf — so dogs can enjoy fresh air and play comfortably. Every indoor playroom is climate-controlled and deep-cleaned and sanitized twice daily, and you can watch your pup anytime the playrooms are active on our high-quality live webcams.

Dogtopia of Purcellville is fully climate-controlled year-round, with indoor playrooms kept between 62°F and 70°F for safe, comfortable play, rest, and socialization. Our system also continuously draws in fresh outside air, so dogs get the comfort of the indoors with the fresh air of the outdoors. Rain or shine, hot or cold outside, we always have a clean well ventilated play area for your dog and you don’t need to worry about your dog digging holes or eating something unhealthy in a field.

Dogtopia of Purcellville administers oral and topical medications at no additional charge while your dog is in our care, whether they’re here for daycare or an overnight boarding stay. At this time, we are not able to administer injectable medications. Just let our manager know your dog’s medication schedule at drop-off, and your dog will get their meds with love second only to home.

Absolutely — Dogtopia of Purcellville loves senior dogs and we are the “only” choice for many senior dog families. Our facility is especially comfortable for older pups: the specially designed rubber flooring is easy on paws, hips, and joints (a real benefit for dogs with arthritis or hip dysplasia), our playrooms are climate-controlled between 62°F and 70°F, and we group dogs by temperament and play style so gentler seniors are matched with the right companions. Discuss your needs with our manager. We go out of our way to accommodate individual needs here.

The spa at Dogtopia of Purcellville offers a full range of grooming services to keep your dog looking and feeling their best, including baths, nail trims, teeth brushing, ear cleaning, brush-outs, and de-shedding treatments. Spa services can be conveniently added to a daycare or boarding stay, so your pup comes home clean, fresh, and happy. To book grooming, call 703-936-4121.

Yes, Dogtopia of Purcellville offers convenient curbside drop-off and pick-up. Just use the Dogtopia app to let us know you’ve arrived, and a team member will come out to safely escort your dog into or out of our facility. It’s a quick, easy option for busy Purcellville pet parents, and we have four reserved parking spaces right in front of our entrance to make it seamless.

When arriving at Dogtopia of Purcellville, park in one of the four designated spaces reserved for Dogtopia pet parents directly in front of our entrance at 201 N. Maple Avenue. If those spaces are taken, additional free parking is available in the same lot just steps from our front door — we have very easy access.

Yes, Dogtopia of Purcellville has excellent relationships with multiple local veterinarians (several are customers).  Dr. Reiss mobile vet service has made house calls at our facility many times.  These relationships help us support the health and well-being of every dog in our care and gives our Purcellville pet parents an added resource when veterinary attention is needed. Along with our Heroes for Healthy Pets certification, it’s part of how we keep health and safety at the center of everything we do.

Yes, Dogtopia of Purcellville proudly supports the Dogtopia Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to enabling dogs to change lives. The Foundation’s mission centers on the bond between people and dogs by funding the training of service dogs for veterans, supporting employment initiatives for adults with autism, and sponsoring therapy dogs that provide comfort and emotional support to students. Through donations, fundraising events, and community involvement here in western Loudoun County, our team is proud to help dogs make a meaningful difference — both in our local community and nationwide.

Dogtopia of Purcellville offers a 10% discount on your second (or more) family dog(s) and we are proud to continue to offer 10% boarding discounts for visits 6 nights or more.  Additionally, we have a referral program. When you refer friends or family to our Purcellville location, you may be eligible for referral rewards once they become a daycare customer — a great perk to share with fellow Western Loudoun/Eastern WV dog lovers. Contact our front desk at 703-936-4121 for current referral details and eligibility.

Routine daycare at Dogtopia of Purcellville gives dogs regular exercise, socialization, mental stimulation, and positive structure — a consistent rhythm that helps them build confidence, practice healthy play behaviors, and burn energy in a safe way. For busy pet parents, it also means peace of mind: your dog spends the day in a climate-controlled, supervised, enriching environment with trained Canine Coaches, and you can check in anytime on our live webcams. Our daycare plans make a consistent routine easy and provide more bark for the buck. Ask our Purcellville team about the plan that fits your pup at 703-936-4121.

Dogtopia of Purcellville boarding is designed to be so much more than a place for your dog to spend the night. Every boarding guest enjoys a full day of supervised play, enrichment, and attention from our trained Canine Coaches before winding down for the evening. What makes us different is that dogs don’t sleep alone in a kennel — since dogs are naturally social, they rest more comfortably alongside the friends they’ve made during the day. Our climate-controlled facility close to Rt.7 in downtown Purcellville makes us a convenient, trusted choice for traveling Western Loudoun & Eastern WV pet parents. We require a daytime visit or Meet & Greet beforehand so your pup is comfortable with our team and the environment. You’ll travel knowing your dog is active during the day, resting well at night, and cared for like one of our own. Call 703-936-4121 to book a boarding stay.

To keep every dog safe and healthy, Dogtopia of Purcellville requires all dogs to be current on three vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper (DHPP), and Bordetella. Proof of current vaccinations is required before your dog’s Meet & Greet and before participating in daycare, boarding, or spa services. As a certified Heroes for Healthy Pets facility, our Purcellville team follows strict vaccination and sanitation protocols so your pup plays in a clean, disease-conscious environment. You’re welcome to have your veterinarian send records ahead of time, or bring them to your Meet & Greet.

Yes, every dog completes a complimentary Meet & Greet before attending daycare or boarding at Dogtopia of Purcellville. This assessment helps us confirm that our open-play environment is the right fit for your pup while setting them up for a safe, positive experience. Our trained staff will evaluate your dog’s temperament, play style, comfort around new people and other dogs, and overall readiness for group play, and we take time to learn your dog’s history, routine, and any special needs you share with us. From there, we place your dog in the playgroup best suited to their size, temperament, and play style — in one of four supervised playrooms.

Yes, safety is built into every corner of Dogtopia of Purcellville. Our facility features multiple layers of secure, gated entry and door systems designed to prevent dogs from exiting play areas or the building, and all play is fully supervised by trained Canine Coaches. Combined with playgroups sorted by size and temperament and our Heroes for Healthy Pets certification, these secure-entry systems are a big reason Purcellville pet parents trust us with their dogs.

Dogtopia of Purcellville welcomes dogs of all breeds and sizes. During your dog’s complimentary Meet & Greet, our staff evaluates your dog’s play style, temperament, and personality to determine which of our four playrooms will be the safest and most comfortable fit. Grouping dogs by size, play style, and temperament is central to how we keep play fun and positive for everyone — from small breeds to large, high-energy pups. Curious whether we’re the right fit for your dog? Call our Purcellville team at 703-936-4121 to schedule a Meet & Greet.

Yes, puppies up to 7 months are welcome and learn valuable early social skills here.  Dogtopia of Purcellville requires dogs attending dog daycare or boarding to be spayed or neutered by 7 months of age. The policy helps reduce unwanted behaviors, conflicts, and stress that can arise as dogs reach sexual maturity — supporting a safer, healthier, more comfortable experience for every pup in supervised, open-play all day.  Many of our dogs started here early, learned valuable social skills and then took a break before returning after spay/neuter. If you have questions about your dog’s eligibility, our Purcellville team (we are dog people) is happy to talk through your specific situation at 703-936-4121.

Dogtopia of Purcellville stands apart from other Western Loudoun/Eastern WV dog daycares by combining all day structured play, trained Canine Coaches, and a genuine focus on safety and enrichment. Dogs are grouped by size and temperament across four climate-controlled playrooms (62–70°F) with a beautiful outdoor area, continuously supervised, and given daily exercise, socialization, and mental stimulation. We’re a certified Heroes for Healthy Pets facility with more than 180 Google (4.8/5) & over 1,000 Listen 360 reviews (4.9/5), live webcams so you can watch your pup anytime, DASH activity monitoring, and a dog loving staff. Led by owner Tom (a regular Canine Coach) and General Manager Liz, our Purcellville team makes us more than daycare — it’s a trusted place where your dog can play, learn, and thrive.

Safety is the foundation of everything at Dogtopia of Purcellville. Every one of our four playrooms is continuously supervised by a trained Canine Coach who can read even subtle dog body language, and playgroups are carefully matched by size, temperament, and play style. Our facility features multiple layers of secure, gated entry, twice daily deep-cleaned/sanitizing, and holds Heroes for Healthy Pets certification for infectious-disease prevention. Add climate-controlled playrooms, required vaccinations, a mandatory Meet & Greet, live webcams, and it’s easy to see why Western Loudoun/Eastern WV pet parents trust us with their dogs.