Frequently Asked Questions

The health and safety of each of our furry guests is very important to us. All dogs must have current vaccinations for the following:

Rabies
Required for ALL dogs over the age of 6 months; Any dog unvaccinated for rabies will not be allowed to enter our facility. Under Indiana state law, dogs must be vaccinated against the rabies virus. In the event of no or expired Rabies vaccination, the owner will take the pet for updated vaccines or give permission to Paws & Play for a trip charge of $29.95 and cost of vet visit to take the pet to receive updated vaccinations in order to enter the facility. Vaccinations may be given in 1- or 3-year dosages. Paws & Play will accept either dosage.
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Distemper/Parvo Virus
Required for all dogs; any dog unvaccinated will need to receive the vaccine before arriving to the facility. The owner can take the pet for updated vaccines or give permission to Paws & Play for a trip charge of $29.95 and cost of vet visit to take the pet to receive updated vaccinations. Vaccinations may be given in 1- or 3-year dosages. Paws & Play will accept either dosage. After the update, the 3 day wait period will be in affect; another enrichment activity will be offered.
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Bordetella‍
Required for all dogs; any dog unvaccinated will need to receive the vaccine before arriving to the facility. The owner can take the pet for updated vaccines or give permission to Paws & Play for a trip charge of $29.95 and cost of vet visit to take the pet to receive updated vaccinations. Once updated, there will be a 3-day inoculation period where the dog will not be fully protected in a social setting. After the update, the 3 day wait period will be in affect; another enrichment activity will be offered. Vaccines may be given in 6 month or 1-year dosages. Paws & Play will accept either dosage.
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Canine Influenza Vaccine (Recommended)
The Canine Influenza vaccine is highly recommended for dogs participating in social activities such as group play and group classes. Although it is no longer required, vaccinating your dog provides important protection against illness. Dogs without the vaccine are still welcome to participate in all activities, including group play, classes, and spa services.
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Titers
Paws & Play does recognize the use of titers when given proper paperwork from a pet’s veterinarian.

"Serum titers are blood tests that measure whether or not you are immune to a given disease(s). More specifically a quantitative serum titer is a titer with a numerical value indicating your actual degree of immunity to a disease(s)."

Tails Are Wagging!

We are a local, family-owned dog care business that goes above and beyond to create a environment where your dog will thrive. See what pet parents are saying about us!

"Paws and Play was exactly what we needed, when I decided to take our Trixie to daycare. The staff go above and beyond to meet every dogs needs. Trixie has come a long way in overcoming her fear of people, and loves to go to group play! She spends one night there a month, and is very well cared for. She has been going for over 2 years, and we are so thankful for all they have done for our Trixie. I highly recommend Paws and Play for all your dog’s daycare, training and boarding needs."

Christine B.

Tampa, FL

"Amazing facility that cares about dog comfortability, enrichment, and fun! They review and alter daycare and boarding guidelines in order to create the best experience for your pup, while also not overloading them. As a family-owned business you can tell that they not only care about your pups but you as a client as well. The training programs are customizable and they really know what they are doing. The groomers/bathers make the dog's experience fear-free. This is a one of a kind place. Highly recommend!"

Jade H.

Tampa, FL

"After touring several stay-and-train facilities in the area, we wholeheartedly chose this one to board our new puppy and help her learn some new skills. The decision was an easy one, as this clean and beautiful facility truly stood out! Their seamless communication ensured that we were always reassured that our little one was not only being well cared for but genuinely loved by everyone. I can't recommend this place enough -we even nicknamed it "Doggy Disneyland"!"

Emily A.

Tampa, FL

"We left the the country for 10 days and boarded our puppy at Paws & Play. The cost was extremely fair for the service. We included the training package. They sent us pictures and report cards letting us know his progress, and when he was fed. They also coordinated directly with our vet to get the correct medications he needed and were able to get them there simply by texting. Everyone was very friendly. I highly recommend Paws & Play. We’ve gone a few places and they didn’t compare."

Bryan W.

Tampa, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

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Why Does My Dog Need Vaccinations?

What Vaccinations Are Required?

Do You Have Breed or Age Restrictions?

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What If My Dog Needs Medication Throughout the Day?

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