{"id":8,"date":"2018-12-11T21:16:58","date_gmt":"2018-12-11T21:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/?page_id=8"},"modified":"2025-10-17T23:13:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T03:13:31","slug":"overview","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/","title":{"rendered":"Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1291\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/319\/2024\/01\/Icon_Daycare-300x300.png\" alt=\"Doggy daycare and boarding icon\" width=\"43\" height=\"43\" \/> DOG DAYCARE and boarding<\/h2>\n<p>Dogtopia is not only a trusted care provider for your pup\u2019s dog daycare and boarding needs, but also a place for them to learn valuable skills! These skills include how to behave around other dogs and humans in a social setting. Your dog will participate in up to 10 hours of off-leash play per day at Dogtopia, packed with fun activities, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/events\/\">events<\/a>, and mental stimulation.<\/p>\n<p>Dogs thrive in a structured environment where they can socialize with others and learn new things, while staying active. We designed our doggie <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/pricing\/\">daycare plan options<\/a> with the wants and needs of your dog in mind. From daily, to weekly daycare plans and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/dog-boarding\/\">overnight<\/a> playcations, Dogtopia has a solution for your needs. Additionally, we offer a variety of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/dog-spa\/\"> spa services<\/a> to keep your dog fresh and clean after a long day of play!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1290\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/319\/2024\/01\/Icon_DogtopiaCertified-300x300.png\" alt=\"Certified dog daycare icon\" width=\"44\" height=\"44\" \/> highly rated facility<\/h2>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Dogtopia offers the highest standards in the dog daycare industry. Since first opening in 2002, our brand has been able to perfect the dog daycare model, receiving many awards for our facility design, customer service, and cutting-edge innovations. In other words, we know dogs! From the ground your pup walks on to the air they breathe, your dog will be as comfortable as possible at Dogtopia!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><strong>Climate Controlled-<\/strong> Climate controlled HVAC systems maintain the perfect temperature while UV filtration units provide constant clean air circulation.<\/li>\n<li data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><strong>Rubberized Flooring &#8211;<\/strong> Compressed rubber flooring improves sanitization, and aids in long-term joint health.<\/li>\n<li data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><strong>Indoor and Outdoor Play &#8211;<\/strong> Spacious indoor and outdoor play areas allow for safe play rain or shine, year-round!<\/li>\n<li data-uw-styling-context=\"true\"><strong>Soundproofing &#8211;<\/strong> Walls separate each of our play areas instead of fences, allowing for advanced soundproofing. This can prevent overstimulation for your dog, as well as protect against the spreading of airborne contagions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Our top priority is your dog\u2019s safety! That\u2019s why our team\u2019s training is certified by two nationally recognized associations in canine behavior. These certified Canine Coaches supervise each playroom where your pup will be surrounded by dogs of similar size, temperament, and playstyle. We also require all dogs under our care to be fully vaccinated and have passed a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/new-pet-parent-info\/\">Meet &amp; Greet evaluation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-uw-styling-context=\"true\">Our modern take on dog socialization includes transparency, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/webcams\/\">live webcams<\/a>, report cards, and text updates &#8211; like a children\u2019s daycare! Our team understands that your dog is a member of the family. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, fun environment that surely will become their favorite \u2018home away from home.\u2019<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1289\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-prod.dogtopia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/319\/2024\/01\/Icon_BFFFs-300x300.png\" alt=\"Contact Dogtopia icon\" width=\"44\" height=\"44\" \/> CONNECT WITH US<\/h2>\n<h5>location<\/h5>\n<p>3825 Carpenter Rd, Suite 101, Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197<\/p>\n<p>Dogtopia of South Ann Arbor is conveniently located in the southeast corner of the Carpenter Road Meijer store (close to Montibellar Park). You can find us near the Carpenter &amp; Ellsworth Rd intersection, near the connector for Highway 23 and Interstate 94. The entrance to our facility is exterior to Meijer and located behind the garden center in the southside parking lot.<\/p>\n<h5>Contact<\/h5>\n<p>If you have additional questions or would like to set up a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/new-pet-parent-info\/\">Meet &amp; Greet Evaluation<\/a>, please call us at <a href=\"tel:734-477-6881\">734-477-6881<\/a>. You can also use our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/dashboard\/meet-and-greet\/319\">appointment request form<\/a> to book a Meet &amp; Greet live through our website.<\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogtopia.com\/south-ann-arbor\/health-and-safety\/\">Click here<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about our Health and Safety Policies<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Take a look at our most recent events and get to know some of our daycare dogs on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dogtopiasouthannarbor\/\">Instagram<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DogtopiaSouthAnnArbor\">Facebook<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DOG DAYCARE and boarding Dogtopia is not only a trusted care provider for your pup\u2019s dog daycare and boarding needs, but also a place for them to learn valuable skills! These skills include how to behave around other dogs and humans in a social setting. 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