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First-Time Daycare Worksheet

Name: _____________________________ Pup’s Name: _________________ Date: _______

Initial/complete each item.

1. I understand not all dogs are comfortable in daycare, due to age,

medical conditions, personality, breed traits, and other factors. _____

2. I understand dogs need regular breaks from daycare play sessions to prevent

overstimulation, stress, injury, etc. ____

3. A dog’s feelings about daycare can change at any time, so the evaluation

process by Uptown Pup staff is constantly ongoing. ____

4. So we can best serve you and your pup, circle all words that describe your dog:

dog-oriented * human-oriented * playful * exuberant * excitable

rough-and-tumble * wrestler * mouthy * forward * assertive

passive * calm * laid-back * co-exister * ambivalent

shy * easily stressed * nervous * fearful * anxious

other ___________________________

5. Does your dog have any past or current medical conditions? Yes / No

If yes, describe: ___________________________________________________

6. Has your dog ever bitten or been bitten? Yes / No

If yes, describe: ___________________________________________________

7. Are there any special needs about your pup you can share with us?

- Can guard water / toys / food / humans / other ________

- Averse to certain breeds / sizes / genders / other _______

- Other : _______________________________________________

8. As an owner, tell us about your goals/expectations for daycare: _________

____________________________________________________________________________

9. Describe in detail how you’ve seen your pup play with other dogs in off-leash settings:

____________________________________________________________________________

Signature _____________________________________

Dog First-Time Daycare Worksheet