5 Stars for a dog daycare and boarding spot that has streaming and extra services, and who seem to really love the pups. Dog Day Afternoon (DDA) is available for daytime distractions for your pups or longer boarding. They offer online streaming video to see your dog while you're away, and also offer services like dog washing, nail trimming, water play, private play time, etc. Seems like the perfect place for a doting dog owner! One thing to note is they require a break-away collar when you drop your dog off. They have them for sale or rent, but we've forgotten ours a few times and they've been cool about it and not charged us. The only thing that's been annoying is the streaming hasn't worked the last two times the pup has been there. That's kind of one of the big perks of going to them, so it was a bummer. They didn't have any explanation for it when we asked. They have two outdoor areas as well as a separate space for the "gentles." This means your timid and sensitive dog won't get bullied in the playground. Overall, a definite favorite for boarding in town. They have a referral bonus if you refer a friend. We've gotten free days when a friend took our advice to go to DDA. read more

Words cannot express how grateful we are to Dog Day Afternoon and every member of their amazing staff. For many many years, our Shi Tzu stayed with them when we travelled. They always greeted her by name & with love. The daily photo report cards were the highlight of our day. At the age of 18 (mostly blind & deaf) she passed away last week. I notified them and canceled an upcoming appointment. Today we received a card in the mail with a personal message from each employee. It brought tears to our eyes and further validated our decision to forgo cheaper alternatives and entrust her to these caring staff members who go above and beyond. They have our eternal gratitude. read more

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This place is amazing and feel so comfortable leaving my sweet boy with them. He is so excited to visit them & goes to everyone before we leave. Love bug. read more

We love Dog Day so much. They have the best and most caring staff, and always take the best care of our pups!! From training to day care to overnight boarding, I know the doggies will have the best time with their doggy friends (and the human ones)! read more

My dog, Cerby, spent three days and two nights with you at Dog Day Afternoon. Your photo report cards were an excellent way to assure me that Cerby was happy and calm (and also fun to share with family and friends). I could tell by her posture in the photos that she was not feeling stressed and that allowed me to enjoy the holidays without worrying about her. I called literally dozens of boarding facilities before choosing to try out Dog Day Afternoon. No place even compared to what you offer. The first time I left her, I was a nervous wreck but I could tell by her behavior when I picked her up that she had had a good time. Thank you so much for what you do! read more

We absolutely love Dog Day Afternoon! The entire staff is super friendly and their love for dogs is authentic and evident. Our little one absolutely loves this place and it's only been three days. Thank you to the entire staff for providing such a loving and nurturing environment! We look forward to becoming regulars. read more

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This place is wonderful! I was terrified about boarding my 12 year old Pomeranian for the first time ever but this place came highly recommended by a friend. I went in and did a tour and they were so friendly and knowledgeable. I left Leo with them while I had to travel for work and mentioned it was his birthday. The photo updates I received throughout his stay made my day and reassured me that he was in the best hands. They even threw him a little birthday party! Would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking to board their pups! read more

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YAY! Doggie Day Afternoon rocks! I recently checked this place out thanks to MC's referral. She wrote such a great review and I was ready to find somewhere I could take my baby girl for some fun during my busy days. When you call to set up your first visit, grooming or day care, they make sure that your pet is up to date with all of their shots by calling your vet to confirm. That's amazing. You always hear of these places asking for papers and such but then to actually follow through and prove they actually research is such a positive feeling. This way you know every other dog there is undergoing the same process to ensure all puppies well being. I took Haley in for a grooming and you are taken back to a room for paperwork and you are offered a walk through as well. The groomer comes in and chats about your pups personality, likes/dislikes and your desires for the trim. She really cares and is super nice with the pups. When I picked Haley up she was fresh and ready to go and didn't seem stressed at all. That is a great sign. I also got a walk through of the rest of the facilities for when I return to drop her off for day care of overnight. They break the dog areas into small and large dogs. They have an indoor play area and outdoor as well. There is always an employee with them to monitor their behavior and happiness. They also have doggie apartments for each pup to sleep in their own area at night. You can bring their favorite toys etc. Everything seems super clean and well taken care of. What is really cool and you should take them up on if you are interested is thast your pups first day of dog care is free! How cool is that? Everyone working there has seemed to work there forever cause they love it! That is always a great sign of a good business. There are cameras in every play area and there are TVs in the main area for all to see. When your doggie is introduced you can watch it on screen, super great touch! When I picked Haley up she was in such a good mood which is a huge sign that she had a positive time. And to my surprise today, I received an email showing me some photos of my pup they took on her first day... talk about caring about your clients =) Happy Haley (and Colleen) indeed! HUGE POINTS! http://dogdayafternoonwheredogshavefun.blogspot.com/2012/02/happy-haley.html Highly suggest!!! read more

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We've taken our two dogs to stay for a week at a time on several occasions. Based upon our observations of their hesitation to leave with us to come home, we'd say they enjoyed it. The all day playtime & socialization is what our dogs get the most benefit from. I would say if money is your main concern do not board your pets here, but our pets are our children so we want them to stay where they are safe and happy and get to have some fun! I do LOVE that the playtime cameras are an included feature and that there's an app! I don't use it much but it gives me a sense of comfort to know that I can check in to see how things are going. I do wish that the resolution is a little more clear and the fluidity not so choppy. The only negative experience I've had was coming back from Christmas there was a miscommunication between staff as to when they were opening so we ended up being told that they would be open two hours earlier than they were actually going to be open. We had just gotten off of a red eye, all I wanted was to get the dogs and go home but we had to wait until the manager got there so they could cash us out. That situation aside, they've always taken care of our pets very well. Overall I trust these people with our pets care. read more

My dogs will do backflips when asked if they want to go to Dog Day Afternoon. Daycare and boarding, these two would pick this place over food any day of the week. The staff is fantastic, caring, and very responsive. The photos say more than any words could. Classic before and after. Only thing missing is the snoring audio. read more

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We've used other doggie day cares/boarding facilities before but this was, by far, the best experience we've ever had. Other places left our dog smelling horrible and she was traumatized. We swore we would never use another one again, but we were in a pinch and had to explore this option again recently. At Dog Day, she was freshly bathed and extremely happy when we picked her up! We LOVED being able to watch her and getting some great pictures of her in her report card. We will definitely be returning here again!! Thanks for changing our minds about these kinds of facilities! read more

I took a weekend getaway where I couldn't take my dog and so I left him (Oliver) with Dog Day Afternoon and I was very happy with the service. The webcams are so reassuring! Knowing I could check in on Oliver at almost any time reassured me that he was having the best possible time without his paw-rents (get it?). Not many places allow dog beds to be left or toys or even blankets, but dog day afternoon does! And that's great! They'll keep it in his kennel and Oliver can use it whenever. I will soon start working at ORMC and they have special drop off hours for employees. That's a huge plus for me! I'm hoping to continue being able to use the social doggy daycare for Oliver for many more stays. read more

Our pup absolutely loves to visit Dog Day! We've taken her for boarding and day care, and have had wonderful experiences with both. The staff is so caring and conscientious. They always give us a thorough update if we call in the middle of her stay and when we pick her up. They're great about pairing our energetic girl with other dogs around the same energy level. The result: a thoroughly socialized, tired, happy dog. read more

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I was very pleased with this groomer! I called around mid-day on a Saturday and managed to get an appointment for 9 a.m. that very next Sunday morning. They sent me an email with a questionnaire and information on how to create an account. It was very professional and easy to use. They asked a lot about your pet, its preferences, and medical history. They also allowed me to upload a picture of Ipso! My only issue with the online portion of their services involved uploading the vet records. They don't have a specific spot to upload the records to, so when you put them on the site, they just sit in a random spot. It took some searching on my cell phone and a lot of pointing to get the check-in ladies to see where I had uploaded the information. It's probably just easier to bring hard-copies into the office with you. Otherwise, the staff was very nice. I appreciate that they actually required proof of vet records before taking the pets in to be groomed. I have gone to many grooming places before that say it's required on their website, and then don't actually bother verifying. I also really appreciated the quick turnaround time offered by Dog Day Afternoon. My dog doesn't like to sit in a crate for an extended amount of time. So he often has a less than stellar experience at the groomers. However, Dog Day had him checked-in, bathed, groomed, and out the door by 11 a.m. on the dot! He looked very happy (and very adorable) when I picked him up. He normally looks very stressed after grooming, and I didn't see any of that when I picked him up. The groomer also came to speak with me before taking Ipso back for his haircut. She asked about my style preference, what he'd done previously, and got a feel for what I wanted. It was a convenient little consultation, and I appreciated it. They also will offer you various packages to choose from that come in at different price points. I ended up paying extra for an oatmeal bath and a couple other things, but none of those were required. It wasn't the cheapest grooming ever, but it wasn't crazy either. Overall, I was really pleased with the location (right off of Orange Ave, close to downtown), the staff, and the grooming service. I highly recommend you try it out. read more

My lil Jerry loves it. He doesn't have any separation anxiety when I drop him off. The next time will be a chore though. Because his daddy and I will b going on a cruise. When Jerry comes home he does not make a mess anywhere. He is happy. They play all day and their feeding times are the same as what we do at home. The staff are so friendly and nice. Just wish it wasn't so far from me. But hey. If my lil boy likes it. Then it is worth it. Thanks guys. Keep up the great work. I say again love this place. We were gone for 5 days n the Jerry was just fine. He just needs his morning nap after he eats breakfast or he is a cranky old man. Thank u again DOGDAY AFTERNOON. my Jerry is always happy here read more

I am writing this review on behalf of Stella who, while extremely talented at ball-chasing and face-licking, has limited typing skills. Stella says she loves her doggy daycare days at Dog Day Afternoon and has been going there since she was just a 4 or 5 months old. She gets to see all her buddies at least twice a week and loves playing inside and outside. Since her Daddy can see her on the doggy-cams she tries to be good and has only had to go to time-out twice in all these months. Of course she may get an occasional water bottle spray but the nice staff never tell on her. She always has a good report card and Daddy and Mommy love reading them when they get them. Recently she spent her first weekend boarding at Dog Day and she said she loved it. Playing, sleeping and occasional Doggy Ice Cream made the weekend go by fast. We love Dog Day Afternoon! PS - She wants people to know that Daddy and Mommy love how tired she is after a day there and how much they enjoy being able to drink their wine with a happy calm lab instead of a crazy lab running around read more

Great place to board your best friend. I was looking for a place that was cage-free and also provided plenty of attention for the dogs. This place seems to have everything you could ask for. The staff is friendly and they call if there are any issues. Cons: -there is a webcam you can use to watch your dog in the playroom but I have tried using it on several computers so far with no luck. -recently my dog came bag with fleas and ticks after a stay. read more

My sweet Molly loves it here. She gets really excited right when she walks in the door. All the staff are friendly and trustworthy. read more

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I just got back from my first trip away from my one-year-old lab, and I couldn't be happier with the care he had here while I was gone. The on-boarding process was a bit lengthy - they require an application with immunization records, as well as a visit to the facility - but after finishing the process, my mind was much more at ease about where I was leaving him (and knowing they required the same info for the other dogs). Seeing the facility before his appointment also gave my dog a sense of familiarity when he went back for his stay and helped ease any separation anxiety he might've had. After the first day of his visit, I received an email "report card" with photos of my little guy which completely brightened my day. I was also able to check in on him with the live webcams they have set up in their play areas. He looked so happy! The staff is super friendly and organized and stayed in communication with me from the time I enrolled him to the time I picked him up today. It's a great feeling knowing that I have an established place to take him whenever I'm out of town, and I think he'll look forward to more playtime there too. read more

Dog Day Afternoon was the answer to my doggie prayers! We needed to find a reliable, clean, friendly place to board our dog and thankfully, we found it in DDA. The staff, comprised of all women (yay), could not have been nicer and more welcoming. The setup is great and the fact that someone stays on location at all times is just what we needed to hear. Other benefits include reasonable pricing, good downtown location, grooming and day care options, tons of free play for the dogs, and peace of mind for the owners. read more

Brought my dog in for doggie day care, they were very professional in their process and gave me piece of mind for bringing my dog here. You will need to book a meet and greet first so they can explain to you their facility and figure out if your dog will be a good fit with group play or private care. I was very impressed with the meet and greet as they explained a lot and answered all of my questions. It was my dog's first time at a dog day care but won't be his last! Dog day afternoon has webcams where you can watch the doggies and they also give you a report card on their day. He seemed to have a blast and was very tired when he got home. I'll be using them from now on when we have our trips in Orlando! I highly recommend! read more

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Dog Day Afternoon is home away from home for our furchild, Rocky! We are in love with our dog and extremely protective over him, and we fully trust Kate and her staff. Rocky is always cared for, fed and well exercised! He is excited to arrive, and has made some great friends. They have webcams so you can check in on your pup, no matter where you are in the world! I love that. The fact that they are so transparent shows that there is no funny business going on. One of the most important questions I asked was whether or not there is someone there 24 hours a day. They assured me that there is, so that means if your dog has an emergency at night, you will know. We usually call for updates, and they will give us a full report of how Rocky eats, how he has been playing, sleeping, etc... And, they offer delicious treats for your dog. I would definitely recommend this place for a happy dog! read more

This is the best place to take your pup when you go on vacation!! Our dog Annie has been going here since she was a puppy (about 12 years) and we love how much the staff adores her. On this last vacation we were on a cruise and unreachable. The staff noticed our Annie scratching her ears a lot and also some irritation on her belly. They informed our emergency contact and took the initiative to take Annie to the vet. She had an ear infection so they cared for her with antibiotics the rest of the week and sent an email to us to let us know. If you want your dog to be treated like she's a special member of the family, take him/her to Dog Day Afternoon!! read more

I'm so thankful that one of my friends suggested Dog Day when I tweeted to find some suggestions for a doggie daycare in Orlando. The staff is so friendly. They remember my dog every time I call to make a reservation. My dog always leaves with a smile on her face, so they must be treating her right while she's there. They always remember that my dog requires a 3am walk, and they always reserve a larger "condo" for her because sometimes she doesn't wait long enough for her 3am walk. During the holidays, they offer a wrapped gift and/or turkey dinner for your pet (if you pay for it). I won't be taking my dog anywhere else! read more

Absolutely loved boarding my dog here. They make it easy to set up the individual care you want for your pet including special treats, individual play, extra play/extra rest, whatever you can think of really. You receive a daily report card of fun pics with your dog-this truly develops the trust that your dog is being taken care of the way they should be and they way you desire. They do not breed discriminate. Employees are kind, friendly, and helpful. I searched everywhere prior to booking, even got set up for care at several different businesses but never got a warm feeling from any of them like I did here. If you're looking to board your dog in the Orlando area, this is the place. I will definitely be a return customer. read more

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I love this place, they really know what they are doing and after a dozen days with some timeouts, my dog got along and does very well - he loves the staff and so do I - I highly recommend DDA read more

I have never been more excited to rave about a service and this is it!!!!!! Dog Day Afternoon is incredibly professional and has put my worries at ease while my pup attends daycare. She is taken care of by such sweet and caring employees and I love seeing her on the web cams during the day. Recently, I had an unexpected extended work issue where my employer didn't have anyone to relieve me from my shift and I had to call and ask if Dog Day Afternoon could board my pup. I had to leave a message and they promptly called me back and explained it was no problem. I cannot explain how important their timely response was to me. I love my dog like a child and they completely understood and made sure she was taken care of overnight. I am already talking about and referring friends and coworkers to this business. Thank you so much for making my days at work stress-free when it comes to the care of my dog. Much appreciated and kudos to such a fabulous company!!!!!! XOXOXOXOX-Julie B. read more

My husband and I left our 6 year old Pekingese Kamora at Dog Day Afternoon over the Christmas holiday. We were super reluctant to be away from her for an extended period of time and had never boarded her before, but the staff at Dog Day Afternoon made us comfortable from the very first moment of the meet and greet. The staff was friendly, professional and so sweet to our little love bug. We were thrilled to get a report card after her first day and loved being able to keep an eye on her with the web cams. The pics we got on Christmas were just the best and the extra special gift experience made our day. It was so cute to know she was able to open a gift on Christmas morning. We would definitely recommend Dog Day to anyone looking for a clean, fun and caring place to leave your pup overnight! We will definitely be back the next time we're unable to travel with our love. Thanks, Dog Day! read more

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Just picked up my dog from them and he was so happy. They took great care of him. They have a live webcam so I was able to watch him whenever I wanted. He looked so happy hanging out with his new friends! Also got a report card with some pretty good photos !! Thanks dog day afternoon would recommend to anyone . read more

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I would love to be able to write a review, however, the three times I've called them in the past 6 months I was put on hold for a significant amount of time. When someone finally picked up I was asked if I could be called back-which NEVER happened. This is a huge turn-off for a potential new customer. First three impressions have left me frustrated and will most likely not try again. read more

I can't say enough good things about this place. My dogs have been going here for years and they are very accommodating and sweet. I don't mind paying a little extra for a piece of mind that my dogs will be taken care of by people who love them and know what they are doing. They love it too- one dog does private care with the staff and the other sometimes plays with the group. I call to check up on them often (most dog daycares don't even bother answering their phones) and get report cards with photos of them and details each day. I love that on most days they offer late pick up if you schedule in advance for a small fee. Thanks DDA, you have been a life saver for me and my babies! read more

This place is wonderful!!!! The staff are so kind to my dog, and communication is ample. I really trust them, which is saying a lot as I don't trust just anyone with my baby. I've dropped off my baby many times for daycare, but I was warmed to tears today when I found out that the stuff was giving my baby group hugs to comfort him through a very scary storm. I also love being able to see my dog at almost any time via the webcams. We'll be long-time customers for sure!!! read more

I could not be any happier with the care my dog gets when he is boarded at Dog Day Afternoon. The entire staff is wonderful - they greet you and your dog with genuine smiles when you come and (at least pretend) they remember your dog no matter how long it's been. The place is clean, the doggie web cams are great, I LOVE that they don't sleep in kennels, they send picture updates and also write detailed "report cards". You can tell everyone there takes pride in their jobs and cares about each dog like it's their own. Boarding shouldn't be stressful for you or your dog, I wouldn't take my dog anywhere else! Five stars for sure! read more

I absolutely love this place! I staring using Dog Day Afternoon in Orlando in Februart when my new puppy was ready to start going to doggie daycare. Well...he gets SOOO excited whenever he goes there. We send him twice a week and the girls working there are amazing with the dogs. Very friendly, great service, clean and super friendly to all pets! This is Dunkin's (our dog) favorite place when he's not with is family. read more

This was our first time and we were very impressed. Love being able to see how busy our pup was on the webcams. We really liked how the dogs were properly grouped and spent most of the day very busy in playgroup. It was nice that each room came with a comfortable dog bed and that the staff was open to giving special treats from home as well as ones that could be purchased from Dog Day. Also enjoyed the friendly front desk staff. We plan to use Dog Day on our next trip. Thanks. read more

I've been taking Gracie there for three years and I appreciate these people more than ever. She gets all the attention she wants, which is a lot, and comes home tired and happy! You can't go wrong. read more

I like this place. I was referred here and as a customer of Rangers, I was skeptical to change. But one weekend Rangers was booked solid so I gave this place a shot. I got a tour and it seemed okay but what I loved was the size of the rooms for each dog. I think my pup got a 75 sqft area and of course I brought her blanket and toys. The price was actually higher than Rangers but we tried it. They called me the next day to tell me Patsy was fitting in wonderfully so I was relieved. Upon picking her up she seemed happy and they gave me a progress report including who she played with and some of her characteristics. So I highly recommend... Just wish their prices were a little more reasonable. read more

I was a huge fan of the Sanford location before it closed. I was going on vacation so I thought would give this location a try. My Boston, Rooney had a great week. I watched everyday and he was always playing. When I got him home he slept all day. Job well done! read more

We have been taking our two furry kids to Dog Day Afternoon for about five years now. Not only do we feel very comfortable leaving our dogs in the care of the staff at Dog Day Afternoon, but more importantly, our dogs love it. They are so excited when we arrive that they rush to the door without a second glance to us! And when we pick them up, they are obviously happy....and very, very tired from all the playing. One of our dogs takes a few minutes to adjust to the other dogs upon arrival in the playroom, but the staff handles her perfectly and within minutes, she's happy and playing. We highly recommend Dog Day Afternoon. We love the "report cards" they read to us when we pick them up, enjoy being able to check in with them online and are most appreciative of their patience no matter how many times we call to see how the "kids" are doing. read more

I absolutely love this place! And so does my pup Maple. I left her all weekend and was really satisfied. I've used many different doggy daycare/dog boarding and this is the best experience. The staff are all kind and sweet and love animals. They're there for 24 hours which is awesome. The dogs play all day long with lunch breaks. You will catch the staff blowing bubbles with the pups or giving extra scratches. They let you. Ring whatever blankets or toys you want to put in your dogs room. They even let her have her food bowl over night. I love this place, I felt bad picking her up after her weekend stay. read more