Happy Dogs

Happy Dogs is a pet care facility in Muncie, Indiana, offering dog boarding, daycare, grooming, and bathing services. It serves owners of dogs aged four months and older who need safe, supervised play and care. The business operates under the domain happydogsmuncie.com and is located at 5700 W Kilgore Ave, Muncie, Indiana 47304.

To get started, customers must first schedule a temperament evaluation to ensure a safe playgroup fit. After signing up through the Gingr platform, they can book services online or by phone. The facility requires proof of current vaccinations for Distemper, Rabies, and Bordetella, along with flea and heartworm preventative records before the dog can attend.

Overnight boarding starts at $49 per night and includes daycare services. Full-service grooming begins at $65, while standalone bathing starts at $40. Additional options like extra-large suites cost $6 per day, and specialty treatments such as nail trims and teeth cleaning range from $11 to $14.

The facility serves Delaware County, IN, Madison, IN, Blackford, IN, Randolph, IN, and Henry, IN. It has been operating since 2004, with a General Manager who joined in 2015 and was promoted to that role in January 2016.

Happy Dogs operates Monday through Friday from 7am to 7pm, Saturday from 8am to 6pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 1pm and 4pm to 6pm. Daycare runs in two sessions: 9am to noon and 1pm to 4pm, with half-day pricing available for single sessions.

The business uses the Gingr platform for account creation and booking. Staff members are CPR-certified and trained in Pet First Aid, with an in-house certification program for Dog Behavior and Dog D.

Owners can bring their dog's pre-bagged meals, medications in original containers, and comfort items like blankets or T-shirts. The facility provides water buckets and food bowls unless a special slow-feed bowl is requested.

A temperament evaluation is required for all new dogs or those returning after a six-month gap. The process involves a meet and greet, calm environment introduction, and gradual integration into main play action, requiring a minimum two-hour visit.

The facility maintains a rigorous cleaning protocol and prioritizes safety as a core value. Staff are Pack Pro certified and CPR-certified, ensuring a secure environment with indoor and outdoor play areas featuring safe K9 turf and water bubblers.

Some reviewers on Reddit describe the dogs as 'very happy' and note the facility creates a vibrant, safe, and enriching environment. The website claims to offer a complete suite of services designed to support every aspect of a dog's well-being, happiness, and development.

The business distinguishes itself by offering a wide variety of suite sizes and agility equipment for energetic dogs. It also provides themed seasonal parties and enrichment activities to make every visit unique for the pup.

The facility offers discounted packages for frequent visits and allows customers to upload vaccination records to their Gingr account. They also provide Kong treats, lick mats, and froyos as add-ons for $5 to $7.

The website states that the facility is committed to giving pups more than just a place to stay, creating a vibrant, safe, and enriching environment. It emphasizes that a happy dog leads to a happy life, reflecting the owner's mission and values.

You can reach Happy Dogs by phone at 7652888186.

The official website of Happy Dogs is happydogsmuncie.com.