Dog Daycare in Toronto — Park9 Playcare

Why choose Park9 for dog daycare in Toronto?

Park9 offers live 24/7 webcams, 7,000+ sq ft of climate-controlled space, and a complimentary first-day assessment. We group dogs by size and temperament to ensure safe, enriching play, and our trained staff prioritize rest periods to prevent burnout.

Whether your dog needs daytime companionship, extra exercise, or intellectual stimulation and socialization, Playcare may be the answer. Both of our Park9 locations offer large spaces with extra room to explore, play equipment, enriching fun with socialization, and an experienced team that cares about your dog’s happiness.

At the end of the day, your dog will go home tired and relaxed, with what we affectionately call…the #Park9hangover.

Prior to attending Playcare, all dogs must be registered and attend a Meet & Greet, where we assess whether Playcare is the right fit. We pride ourselves on transparency, and as such we will work with you to ensure your dog is their happiest.

How much does dog daycare cost at Park9?

Dog daycare starts at $36 for up to 3 hours. We offer 5, 10, and 15-visit multi-pass packages at discounted daily rates, valid for 60 days. An Elite Unlimited Pass offers unlimited Playcare at both locations for 30 days.

Dog daycare in Downtown Toronto

Our Downtown location at 56 Sherbourne St is perfectly situated for pet parents living or working in the city core. We are steps away from major TTC routes, making drop-off and pick-up easy during your commute.

Neighbourhoods we serve include:
Distillery District · Corktown · St. Lawrence Market · Old Town Toronto · Leslieville · Canary District · Regent Park · Garden District · Moss Park · Riverside · Financial District

What are the requirements for dog daycare at Park9?

Before attending Playcare, all dogs must be spayed/neutered (if over 7 months), current on core vaccinations, and pass a temperament evaluation.

• Meet & Greet Assessment: A complimentary first day where our team evaluates your dog's play style, social skills, and comfort level to ensure a good fit.
• Vaccinations: Current Rabies, Bordetella (kennel cough), and DHPP vaccinations. Proof from a licensed vet is required.
• Parasite Prevention: Flea and tick prevention is required from May to November due to the high tick population in Toronto.
• Spay/Neuter Policy: Dogs must be spayed or neutered if they are 7 months of age or older to participate in group play.

Why Toronto pet parents trust Park9

Park9 has been privately owned and operated in Toronto for over 20 years. Our team consists of certified pet care professionals with decades of combined experience in dog behavior, group play management, and grooming.

Every member of our senior staff is trained in Pet First Aid, and our Pearson YYZ resort is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are proud to be a trusted entity in the Toronto pet care community.

Playcare is available at both locations

Client testimonial

“Park9 Distillery District is the gold standard for doggy daycare. Our basenji Jimmy gives it five stars. Big play areas for large and small dogs allow for great socialization with all kinds of dogs. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly staff make the booking, drop-off and pick-up process a breeze. Jimmy comes home tired and happy after a day at Park9.”