Senior Dog Daycare in Round Rock

How daycare changes for older dogs

Senior dog daycare isn't just regular daycare with a discount. The needs are different, older dogs tire faster, may have arthritis or vision issues, and often have less tolerance for the boisterous play of adolescent dogs. Here's how we adjust:

Quieter group placement. Most senior dogs go to the small side regardless of their size. The pace is gentler, the dogs are calmer, and the environment is less overwhelming.
Slower introduction. A senior dog gets more time meeting fewer dogs at once. We don't drop them into a busy room on day one.
Shorter sessions when needed. If a full day is too much, we welcome half-day or shorter visits. Our hours are split (7–12 and 3–7 weekdays) which gives you natural pickup options.
Quiet zones. Raised beds and small enclosures throughout the small-side room let dogs rest when they need to.
Medication administration. No extra charge for routine meds. Many seniors are on daily anti-inflammatories or joint supplements; we handle those on schedule.
Honest reporting. We tell you how your dog actually did, not what you want to hear. If they spent half the day hiding, you'll know.

When daycare is a good fit for senior dogs

Many older dogs absolutely thrive at daycare. The dogs who tend to do well:

Senior dogs with social personalities who have always enjoyed the company of other dogs.
Older dogs left alone all day at home who are showing signs of boredom, separation anxiety, or physical decline from inactivity.
Recently retired working dogs who still need some stimulation and gentle exercise.
Older small dogs who do great in our calmer small-side environment.
Senior dogs whose energetic younger sibling is at daycare anyway, gives the older dog company they don't get at home, and saves you a separate pickup trip.

When daycare is not a good fit, and we'll say so

Honest answer: not every senior dog enjoys daycare. The ones who tend to do worse:

Senior dogs who have always been antisocial with other dogs. Daycare won't fix that, and pushing it usually causes stress.
Dogs with significant cognitive decline or dementia. A new environment can be disorienting and worsen confusion. Most CDS dogs are happiest at home with familiar surroundings.
Dogs in active treatment for serious medical conditions. Talk to your vet first.
Severely arthritic or mobility-impaired dogs. Slippery floors and active play can hurt them.

If we evaluate your senior dog and decide daycare isn't the right call, we'll tell you. We'd rather lose your business than make your old dog miserable. We can often suggest alternatives, in-home pet sitting, dog walking, or quieter options.

Boarding for senior dogs

Senior dogs can board with us, but we're more careful about it. Boarding adds the stress of being away from home overnight, which some older dogs handle fine and others don't. We strongly recommend a few daycare days first to see how your dog adjusts before you book a long boarding stay. For most senior dogs, the right approach is to start with day visits and only progress to boarding if they're clearly comfortable.

Senior dog daycare pricing

Senior dog daycare uses the same rates as our standard program. Sibling discounts apply automatically.

Number of Dogs	Single Day	10-Day Pass	20-Day Pass
1st Dog	$30	$270	$510
2nd Dog	$23	$207	$391
3rd Dog	$20	$180	$340

The 20-day pass = $25.50/day for the first dog. All passes are refundable for unused days and never expire. More on passes & pricing →

Frequently asked questions

Is daycare a good idea for senior dogs?

Sometimes. Many seniors love it, they get gentle social time, attention from staff, and a change of scenery. Others find a group environment too stimulating or overwhelming. We do a slow introduction and tell you honestly whether it's a fit. Some seniors are happiest at home; we'll say so if that's what we see.

Can senior dogs handle a full daycare day?

Many can, but we often start senior dogs on shorter visits. Our 12–2pm nap helps a lot, every dog rests during that block, including seniors. If your dog needs more rest, we provide quiet zones and raised beds throughout the small-side room.

What if my senior dog has medical conditions?

Tell us during intake. We accommodate routine medications at no extra charge and adjust care for arthritic, hard-of-hearing, or vision-impaired dogs. For dogs with serious medical conditions or recent surgeries, talk to your vet about whether daycare is appropriate before booking.

Will my senior dog be around rough adolescents?

No. Senior dogs are typically placed on the small side regardless of size, where the pace is calmer and play is gentler. We deliberately avoid putting older dogs in high-energy adolescent groups.

Is there a senior dog discount?

Pricing is the same regardless of age, $30 single day, with the same multi-day pass discounts. Sibling discounts apply if you have multiple dogs on the same account.