I've been taking my pup here for 5 months and I have nothing but great things to say. Yes, there are always risks when having a bunch of dogs together but they have a good interview process and separate based off size/temperament to mitigate any issues. The staff has all been extremely friendly and you can tell they really care about the dogs. They have recently really increased the amount of enrichment activities offered, which are nice add ons to the daycare stay and you always get photos! I have also boarded my pup and I really appreciate that I am allowed to bring his favorite blanket and toys to make him more comfortable. Booking on the app is very streamlined and I appreciate their punch card for daycare visits. read more

Camp Bow Wow - Pet Boarding Near Me - Silverdale, Washington

I hate to write this review but after multiple conversations and a lot of thought I put into this, I feel it's only right. This review is to make awareness of the situation my dog was put into and hopes that this place train their employees to better handle a situation to keep both parties safe. At the end of the day this business is responsible for keeping their own employees and our pets safe. This business is responsible for educating employees on how to properly break up dog fights or avoid instigating them. My dog was dismissed from cbw due to bitting an employee. I couldn't believe it. My dog has never bitten anyone and is usually very submissive towards other dogs. I'd also like to note that this is not the first day care my dog has been to. He was at a previous day care where he stayed for a week without issues. We don't go there anymore because we moved. Now, I couldn't help but be skeptical of people who say they were bit by a dog that doesn't have a history of biting . Things don't usually happen out of nowhere. So ask "what did you do to provoke the dog?". I hate to say it, but most people who work with animals, have no business working with them, either because they can't read body language, push the animal's buttons (Inadvertently or otherwise), or they don't know how to diffuse a situation that involves more than one animal. So after being in my head all day after the incident. I called CBW if I could see the clip of the incident.. and this is what I saw.. There was a dog mounting my dog.. and the whole time that was happening the employee had his back turned and was not aware of what was happening. When the employee finally turned around, that's when my dog was trying to tell the other dog to back off. Then the employee jumped into conclusion and attempted to grab my dog from behind by the collar until he's standing on 2 legs because he assumed my dog was being aggressive. Now imagine.. My dog was already being bullied by a dog and then comes a human. He felt threatened and probably felt ganged up on and acted out out of self defense. I spoke to the manager after seeing that video to go over what happened because I wanted to tell her how I felt about it but the whole time she talked over me, dismissed me a lot, and didn't give me the chance to speak. I just wanted to get it off my chest but that conversation left me feeling so defeated and unheard. The manager explained to me that the employee can't keep his eyes on all dogs.. so ask yourself again, why is there only one employee watching a bunch of dogs? Why didn't the employee use a slip lead to remove him, why didn't he create space before stepping in?. It was a fully failed attempt to diffuse, and my dog got the bad end of it all and was punished unfairly. I'm glad I watched the clip before judging my dog, and you can bet I pat him on the back and was proud of him for standing up for himself because I would've done the same. A non aggression dog bitting in self defense if grabbed by the collar too hard. I couldn't blame him. Moving forward, I just hope no one will have to go through what my dog and I went through, and I only wish that they hire or train their employees properly to avoid another situation like this. I feel bad for the employee who got bit, but could've that be avoided? Absolutely, with proper training. read more

I absolutely love Camp Bow Wow Grooming. Their prices are reasonable and they do a fantastic job. My doggie loves going to see her friends on grooming day. They obviously take very good care of her and have built a trusting relationship with her. It's the only place we will go to have her groomed. We have also tried the daycamp and boarding. Our dog passed the interview with flying colors and loves to be around other dogs. However, there's not much for them to do as they are enclosed in either an inside area or outside area with fake grass. It's not the type of environment that fosters natural dog play or interaction. there's nothing bad about it, it's very clean, people are very nice and good to the dogs. It's just that it doesn't promote healthy activity other than just mozying around or laying down. I will consider a 1/2 day or maybe even a full day if I am in a pinch, but will not leave my dog for an overnight trip. read more

If you want your dog to get the kennel cough bring them here and I DARE SOMEONE WHO WORKS HERE TO SAY OTHERWISE!!!!!!!! my dog got the kennel cough three times here !!!!!!! read more

When I look on the cameras my dog is always being put up away from the other dogs . They are isolating my dog

We took our dog to a place closer where we live. Until we found Camp Bow Wow. They took the dog in one by one to see if he could get along with other dogs. They were better showing you by cameras how they do it. They explained everything first. Our dog loves all dogs , so he had a good time. Felt the staff is trained well. read more

My dog loves going to Camp Bow Wow. The staff are friendly and clearly care about the dogs. The facility is always sparkling clean. There are pup cams to check-in during the day, which is a nice bonus. And they offer one-on-one snuggle time, which my dog loves. Highly recommend. read more

Camp Bow Wow - My pup getting his one-on-one snuggle time at Camp Bow Wow Silverdale - Pet Boarding Near Me - Silverdale, Washington

So I recently had a discussion with the management of Camp Bow Wow, an animal (pet) daycare company in Silverdale, Washington. (Washington as in state, near Seattle, not DC). I find it very interesting that this company has their hours set to open at 6:30 AM. Yes 6:30 AM is too late for most people who have to be to work around 7 AM. So I spoke with the manager, and this person cut and dry says those are the business hours-take it or leave it! That kind of rigidity is not only negative, it is catastrophic! It sounds like this is a company that needs to be bought out by someone who has some common sense!! Nearly all daycare centres that provide daycare for infants, toddlers, and young children open ad early as 5:30 AM. So what's the difference between human daycare, and Doggy Daycare? Apparently, the staff, leadership, and management of this animal daycare company doesn't get it! I am hoping someone with deep pockets like Mr. Elon Musk, or Mr. Jeff Bezos, will buy out this company and fire the idiots who are running it!! read more

We bing our pup here and he has a blast! He's been here for both boarding and just the day and he always come home happy and tired.

My dog was attacked by another dog while there. It took the "counselors" almost 3 minutes to get the other dog off of him. Of course that dog was kicked out. However, this is what you should know. Camp Bow Wow does NOT take responsibility for the over $800 vet bill AND they will not even give you the contact information of the attackers owners. Get this, even if they the attackers owners wanted to contact me to see how my dog was doing and maybe pay for the attack. Camp Bow Wow, will not give them my contact information. The people there were very nice about it but the company's policies are not good. You should know that if you dog is injured while at Camp Bow Wow, the bill is on YOU. read more

Very disappointed that our dog came home with Kennel cough from a one day - one night stay. We had read same accusation in another review post but gave them the benefit of having it under control. And we asked about it. Assumed they had it under control. read more

Disappointing experience as soon as I walked in. The front desk girl working at the time is not very welcoming and left me there standing for 15min. while she takes other calls. Gave them another chance and took my dog there a second time and they told me that there was an incident with another dog and my dog needed to calm down (defeats the purpose of a doggy daycare) they told me they would show me the video but they never contacted me. Called them twice asking for the video because I didn't feel comfortable taking my dog elsewhere until I saw his behavior there and they NEVER contacted me after telling me they would. Took my dog at another daycare and they didn't have a problem with him. I never leave reviews but this was too upsetting not to. Overpriced and unreliable! read more

I called looking for a one week boarding three weeks from now. This seems reasonable to me, not what I would consider a rush. I was told that they didn't have time to "interview" my dog until four weeks from now. I kindly asked "since I'm looking for a one week boarding before you can find the time to meet my dog, could you maybe check your schedule again and possibly find a time to squeeze us in?" I was told no. I then asked, "could you maybe let your supervisor know we need to board in three weeks, but your interview schedule is further out, and see what they can do?" again, I heard "no". I am a business owner, this would never fly with my crew. How long does it take to get to know a 12 year old cocker spaniel? I'm sure the staff could pry themselves away from social media for 30 minutes for a quick meet and greet in order to secure a week's boarding for the business. In short, the staff has an inability to think outside the box to secure management a week's boarding. Bad for the client and bad for business. I'll keep looking for boarding as we go into the holiday season. What started as an easy $400 for this business and would have possibly become a $2000 for them is walking away because of their staff's inability to find the time to meet a gentle dog. Oh well. read more

My dog loves it. She is excited as soon as we get to the parking lot. The dog play time and the live stream is the best part. The front desk is always helpful and friendly. It is great knowing the pup is happy when we are out of town! read more

I've been taking my puppy to Camp Bow Wow for 3 months. He's now 8 months old, and I know he'd go to camp every day if he could. The employees genuinely love dogs!! Everyone is always professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. It's such a well run business, and I'm so very thankful for the love and care they provide for my dog. Being able to check how he's doing on the webcam was really helpful at the beginning. He's always wagging his tail and playing. Also, as a puppy, he's fed once during the day and given a "nap time". The facility is always clean! He just spent his first four days in a row with overnight, and it's so nice to know he was playing, happy, getting so much exercise, and well taken care of! read more

I love this location!!! The camp counselors who work there are so patient, sweet, and understanding with my dog, Bond, who has severe separation anxiety and doesn't ever want to leave my side. The first day we brought him here the counselor got down on the floor to slowly introduce herself to my dog to make him feel comfortable. Every time we bring him they are so patient and help him relax. I love that they actually care about his feelings and don't just drag him to the back. If there are any problems, they call you immediately which puts my mind at ease. I feel that they are true animal lovers. Your dogs are def safe here! read more

very disapointed. I have been going to perfect paws for about 3 years and loved them. Went to camp bow wow and the staff was rude and treated me like a was a rando on the street. My dogs are usually really good , but my dogs were scared the whole time. The staff let other dogs run around the shop scared and so it freaked my dogs out causing one of my dogs to bite the staff member. never had had a problem before. read more

We have used Camp Bow Wow twice. I absolutely love this place! They take such great care of my basset Daisy. I love the webcam to sneak a peek at her while gone is such a great piece of mind. From the first visit and they greeted us and I felt so welcome. I love the report card as well. I highly recommend this place! read more

We brought our standard sized golden doodle and mini golden doodle here to get groomed and they came back looking so great. Our big one had a bit of matting and they took care of that for us (with an extra fee of course). The only thing I'd say needs improvement is their system. Since they're still new and getting used to it, it took maybe half an hour to check out. I'm sure they'll figure it out soon though. read more

I hate even giving this place a 1 star! That is too much for this place. They actually deserve zero stars! I drove from Gig Harbor to Silverdale which was 40 minutes from my house. When I got there they were dealing with an injured animal who they took to the vet (one that was being boarded). They told me they couldn't do a tour but insisted on giving me a package to get my dogs ready for their interview day. They wanted me gone so I couldn't witness what happened. My husband and I said to let's do their interview and see how it was during this time without a full tour. I called back to set up the interview time. On the phone the initial girl was very sweet. Asked questions about their personalities and seem to be engaging. Then she brought up the fact that all dogs are to wear quick release collars. My dogs are pugs and our vet is adamant to never put a collar around their neck because their eye balls will pop out. Yes! It's true. They have very shallow eye sockets. I politely told the front desk person to let me talk to the manager. The manager was flat out rude, disrespectful, and completely ignorant when it comes to taking care of dogs! I had politely told her that I was willing to have my vet write a letter stating why collars shouldn't be used on pugs (other flat faced dogs as well) and she refuses. Instead she tells me "don't worry if the eyes pop out because we will take them to the vet". That was supposed to be reassuring! ‍ I asked then who pays that bill? And she told me we do! The same people saying NOT to put a collar on their dog! One that knows my dog!!! Why on earth would you leave collars on a dog knowing dogs often play with each other and that is another way a dog can get injured?! Let me say that I have had my dogs boarded multiple times! I am a flight attendant and travel often. Never have I had any boarding facility go against vet restrictions. They have always followed them! If you love your dog and it's part of your family do NOT bring them here! They don't care about customer service, your dog, or listen to professionals. Run!! read more

I contacted them back midMay to watch my dogs for midJuly. They had space. They needed to interview my dogs. Never had to do that but okay. Interview is for June 6. I call them early June to figure out when my interview is again and to make sure the paperwork I had to fill out and send in is done properly. Again, other places I've used to board my dogs, it's always been proof of vaccinations. Camp Bow Wow wanted that and a slew of other information that I really didn't feel they needed to watch two small breed dogs but this is their business. I get a call on June 3 stating they are short staffed and cannot interview my dogs or take them for the July stay. I find that ridiculous that I had this planned two months in advance, did all this paperwork, just spoke to someone days before who said nothing about needing to cancel, and then I get the call that they can't help me leaving me to scramble to find someone else. I find it unprofessional. read more

Our puppy loves coming to camp bow wow! She starts jumping around as soon as we turn into the parking lot! All the staff members are very nice and treat our pup like their own. We will be coming back again soon for day/overnight camp! read more

Amazing place ! I being my dog when I know I'll be to busy for his walks and he has a blast ! Everyone that works there is very nice and they actually take time time to learn who each dog is , onetime I was the last person to pick up theirs dog and instead of Fraggle stirring alone there was a Someone in there playing with him , I've used their overnight service as well and it was very affordable 10/10 definitely going to take my dog their again read more

This is the best dog boarding/day camp in the area. It's so clean and organized!! Everyone here is very friendly and have your dogs care at heart, I feel comfortable leaving my pets here. read more

We love this place! Our Willie boy comes home happy and pooped from all the playing! :) the staff is very friendly and is extremely helpful! They make you feel comfortable about leaving your fur babies there! I would highly recommend this place to everyone! read more

I came in today for an interview with my puppy Rex and right from the beginning I was greeted by friendly front staff, my puppy was so excited and began to bark a little so she came around to greet him which he absolutely loved! They walked me through the events that were going to take place with my puppy and even directed my attention to a huge TV that had monitoring going on. They took Rex into the back where they introduced him to all the other dogs in his weight range one by one, at first he met one male and then one female and then finally they slowly started to let more dogs in so he could adjust easily. He had a blast playing with all the other dogs, there was an employee in the room at all times from what I could see from the Camp Bow WOW app! He got all the love and attention he could ask for! I picked him up and they went over with me his time there as well as gave me a folder with the most adorable photo of Rex and a cute Camp Bow Wow neck tie. I felt comfortable leaving my puppy there. Safe to say we will be returning often! read more