Dog's Day Farm – Cage-Free Dog Daycare, Boarding and More!

Where Dogs Come to Thrive

100% cage-free daycare and boarding — on a real 25-acre farm.

A different kind of dog care.

Dog’s Day Farm is Montgomery County’s only licensed, 100% cage-free/kennel-free daycare & boarding facility featuring acres of outdoor space— set on an idyllic, 25-acre farm in Gaithersburg, MD. We believe dogs thrive when they have real space to run, genuine connection with other dogs, and a team that treats them like their own. So while your pup frolics in the great outdoors or curls up in bed next to a friend, you can rest easy knowing they’re happy, healthy, and living their best life.

What Makes Dog’s Day Different

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Real Farm Setting

Acres of outdoor fenced yards where dogs stretch their legs, explore, and simply be dogs. In contrast to indoor-only facilities, we prioritize a natural and spacious environment for every canine companion.

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Truly 100% Cage-Free — Day and Night

No crates, kennels, or isolated suites. While others may promote “cage-free” care but still use “crate/rotate” methods, or offer isolated “suites” at night, we prioritize a truly open and social environment for our guests. While some dogs may benefit from some degree of isolation, that’s not our approach here. For dogs who thrive in an open, social setting — this is exactly the environment they’ve been looking for.

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24/7 Personal Companionship

Humans are present with the dogs day and night, even sharing the same room during overnights — not monitoring remotely via cameras. Our hands-on approach fosters genuine connections with every pup. Low staff turnover means your dog sees familiar faces visit after visit, and those relationships often develop into deep bonds over time.

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Built-In Enrichment + Add-Ons

Structured and unstructured play and group enrichment activities are woven into every day. We also offer 1-on-1 enrichment sessions as an optional add-on for dogs who want more.

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Our Communication Standard

Daily photos and honest updates — always. You’ll know exactly how your dog is adapting, and you can always reach us. No guessing, no surprises. Open, transparent, and always working to improve.

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Professional Dog Care

Extensive team training in dog body language, behavior, group dynamics, and management. Several staff members are certified trainers. We’re also a Fear Free Certified facility prioritizing the well-being of every pup.

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Great Value

Our nightly rate is comparable to other facilities — but includes individualized care, enrichment, daily photos and updates, and more. Comparable in price, incomparable in what’s included.

Fear Free Certified

Licensed by Montgomery County

Certified Trainers on Staff

The right fit for the right dog — our dogs are the happiest. 🐾

🐕 Daycare

Supervised play, socialization, enrichment, and rest periods, outdoors and indoors. Cage-free, all day, every day.

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🌙 Boarding

Cage-free overnight stays with the same care and comfort as daycare — no kennels, ever. Cozy up with other pups in comfy beds and nooks, or cuddle with a human in the human bed.

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🚜Farm Trips

A fun, farm experience with taxi for dogs who just need a few hours out of the house to get some energy out with their friends.

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25 Acres · Licensed & Insured · 100% Cage-Free · Family Owned Since 2012 · Open 7 Days A Week

Behavior Is Communication

Every dog here has a voice. We listen. Our team is trained to read body language, manage group dynamics, and create an environment where every dog can feel safe, comfortable and content.

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Ready to See If We’re the Right Fit?

Every dog starts with the registration process and a meet and greet/evaluation. It’s the first step in our acclimation process. It’s how we make sure Dog’s Day is the right environment for your pup. Once you’ve read through, fill and the contact form and we’ll get back to you!

Is Dog’s Day Right for You?

      Excellent rating  
 Based on 217 reviews 
    
  
 
 
      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My girls love daycare day! They start whining the moment we turn into the driveway and as soon as the car door is open they are running straight to the gate to be let in! My girls are very shy of people and the staff here have done wonders with helping them get settled and used to being around people. I enjoy getting the picture updates at their weekly daycare sessions, they are always having fun. The staff is wonderful with communication and the drop off/ pick up is super easy.
     
   Kirstie Zuses 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing facility, service and staff as always!
     
   Jason & Esther Rosen 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Today was Willie’s first half-day at daycare, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! Leading up to his first day, I had a few questions to make sure Willie was prepared and ready, and Sam’s communication was absolutely top-notch. Drop-off and pick-up were both smooth and easy. While Willie was there, the team provided thorough updates and pictures throughout the day, which I really appreciated and loved! Willie will definitely be returning to play with his new friends and spend more time with the amazing staff. Thank you for making his first day such a great experience!
     
   Andrea Incognito 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our Cassie has had another wonderful overnight sleepover at Dogs Day!  You couldn't find a better place for boarding or having daycare for your dog.  Outstanding property, excellent staff, efficient and effective procedures, and wonderful security.   We never have any worries when our Cassie girl is there.  Thank you so much for taking such good care of her!  She loves you all!
     
   Kristie Zedler 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our experience has been excellent so far! The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. They are great with communication and have worked well with our dog.
     
   Kelly Martin 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My Daisy goes there for daycare and overnights.  They are super to work with and take good care of her.  Cage free is the biggest reason we use Dogs Day at the Farm.  We have known Matt & Kelly for years when they use to take our Danny Boy for farm trips, just awesome people.
     
   Kate otto 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love love love this place! As does our basset hound JoJo.
     
   Barb Baumann 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Finn has been going to Dogs Day for almost four years now, and it’s hard to adequately put into words how amazing this place is. The proactive communication from Kelly and the entire team is something you rarely find these days, and every single person genuinely loves and cares for the dogs entrusted to them as if they were their own. Watching Finn bolt out of the car every time we arrive tells me everything I need to know. It gives me so much peace of mind knowing he’s excited to be there and loves spending time with people who care for him so well. And the adorable photos they send are the icing on the cake!! We are incredibly grateful to have found Dogs Day.
     
   Michelle Tigani