Puppy Protocol
Puppies must be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age to continue attending daycare. This helps maintain a safe, balanced play environment and supports healthy social development.
🐾 Compliance With Ollie’s Law
All dogs attending daycare in Massachusetts must meet the safety and care standards outlined in Ollie’s Law. The Beach Dog Daycare adheres to all state‑mandated requirements, including:
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Safe staffing ratios
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Transparent incident reporting
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Health and safety protocols
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Proper supervision and structured play environments
Your puppy’s well‑being is protected not only by our standards—but by state law.
🐾 Vaccination Requirements
For the health of all dogs in our care, puppies must be fully up to date on age‑appropriate vaccines before their first day. This includes:
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Core puppy vaccines as recommended by your veterinarian
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Kennel cough (Bordetella) vaccine administered at least two weeks before the start date
We always encourage owners to consult their veterinarian to ensure their puppy’s vaccine schedule aligns with daycare readiness.
🐾 Basic Training & Social Readiness
Before joining our playgroups, puppies should have a foundation in essential manners, including:
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Responding to their name
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Coming when called
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Understanding basic commands such as sit, stay, and leave it
These skills help your puppy integrate smoothly into the pack and ensure safe, positive interactions with other dogs and staff.
🐾 A Safe Start for a Lifetime of Confidence
Our Puppy Protocol ensures that every young dog enters daycare prepared, protected, and ready to thrive. With the right foundation, your puppy will grow into a confident, well‑socialized adult who loves being part of The Beach Dog pack.