Hudson, FL · Pasco County
Doggy Daycare & Boarding
at Dark Shadows Canine
Structured care. Real-world experience. Only three dogs at a time.
DSC offers a limited-capacity alternative to crowded commercial daycare and boarding facilities. With only three kennel spaces available, dogs receive structured care, supervised activity, rest periods, individual attention and an environment built around safety and communication.
Services & Pricing
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DSC Structured Doggy Daycare
Drop off after 5:00 AM · Pickup by 8:00 PM same day
A structured day away from home with supervised exercise, rest periods, basic obedience reinforcement, individual attention and appropriate social exposure based on the dog's temperament. Daycare is not overnight boarding.
Structured daycare with supervised exercise and rest periods.
Both dogs on the same date. This is a household bundle, not per dog.
For dogs with significant reactivity, aggression, bite history or handling concerns.
DSC Overnight Boarding
Minimum 2-day stay · Transportation available
Overnight boarding in a safe, structured environment. Your dog stays in a climate-controlled kennel with regular activity, feeding, and rest periods.
Minimum 2-day stay. Example: 5 days = $375.
Same dates, same household. Example: 2 dogs × 3 days = $300.
Requires DSC approval. Flagged for admin review.
DSC pickup & drop-off starting at $50 round trip. Extended distance subject to confirmation.
Live Availability
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Only 3 kennel spaces shared between daycare and boarding. Select your service type and dates below.
October 2026
Small Capacity. More Individual Attention.
DSC intentionally limits availability to three kennel spaces rather than operating a high-volume daycare. This means a calmer environment and more focused care for every dog.
Structured Routine
Predictable daily schedule with activity and rest.
Controlled Environment
Limited capacity means a calmer, safer space.
Appropriate Activity
Exercise tailored to your dog's age and temperament.
Rest Periods
Downtime between activity for recovery.
Individual Attention
Three dogs max means every dog gets attention.
Obedience Reinforcement
Basic manners reinforced throughout the day.
Frequent Communication
Updates so you know how your dog is doing.
What to Bring for Boarding
- Regular food (enough for the full stay)
- Clearly labeled medication
- Leash and collar
- Vaccination records
- Feeding instructions
- Emergency contact details
DSC may request additional items based on your dog's needs.
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