My dog needs a little help socializing. How often should I send them to dog daycare in Portland?

That depends on your dog's needs and comfort level away from home and around other dogs. We always recommend our School of Socialization package for shy dogs because it is $590/month and allows your dogs to attend daycare/training once a week for 4 hours.

Do you offer courier services?

Yes! Our courier services are perfect for dog moms and dads who want to give their dog a daycare experience, but have busy schedules. At just $20 for pickup and drop-off, we make dog daycare accessible to even the busiest owners.

How long is a day of dog daycare at Sit Down & Beyond?

A day of dog daycare at Sit Down & Beyond can be scheduled as a full day or a half day: Full Day: Seven thirty in the morning to four o’clock in the afternoon Half Day (First Half): Seven thirty in the morning to twelve o’clock noon Half Day (Second Half): Twelve o’clock noon to four o’clock in the afternoon

Does training cost extra for daycare?

Light skills and training are a part of our daycare structure. For more advanced training, we suggest other packages, such as our board-and-train programs.

Does my dog need to be neutered or spayed?

After six months, male dogs must be neutered to attend daycare.

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Adventure Dog Daycare in Portland

Looking for better dog daycare in Portland? Our training-based, small-group daycare supports reactive, shy, and high-energy dogs.

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Portland's Newest Dog Daycare

Daycare is an excellent option for socialization, supervision during long workdays, or a break when you work from home. But nonstop play for eight hours doesn’t teach dogs how to settle and can turn high-energy pups into endurance athletes who need constant stimulation.

At Sit Down & Beyond, we offer adventure-based daycare designed around structure, enrichment, and real-world experiences. Instead of free play all day, dogs participate in guided outings like hikes, training-focused activities, and small-group adventures that build confidence and reinforce good behavior.

Training is included in the cost of our daycare, so you can feel confident that your dog is not only safe and having fun but also learning in a supportive, nurturing setting! We also specialize in welcoming dogs who were previously considered poor fits for daycare, giving them the structure and support they need to thrive alongside other dogs.

Our Dog Daycare Clients Are Bark Raving Mad About Sit Down & Beyond

“Luna and I were in a tough spot before meeting Shuli. Our vet had diagnosed Luna with fear aggression based on a single, brief encounter, and referred her to a vet behaviorist for medication and behavior modification training. Shuli was willing to provide a more in-depth assessment. I can’t tell you how relieved I was to hear him say, “this dog doesn’t need to be medicated, she needs training”. It quickly became apparent that I was the one in need of training, and Shuli has done an amazing job. His visits are always informative, effective, and entertaining! Luna has responded so well to Shuli’s methods, and I have gained confidence in my ability to respond to her needs. We have recently moved on to trick training (highly recommend!) and will be attending group sessions as well. I am so grateful for Shuli!”

Emily T. N.

Alexa Young, CA

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Our Adventure Daycare Options

School Of Socialization Daycare

$590/Monthly Membership

School of Socialization is a training-based daycare for dogs who aren’t yet comfortable in traditional group settings. Designed for reactive or unconfident dogs, it offers small groups, professional supervision, structured rest, and enrichment—without forced play. The goal of this program is to prepare dogs to transition to Off-Leash Academy when appropriate.

Off-Leash Adventure Daycare

$150/Per Adventure

Membership Discount Available

Off-Leash Adventure Daycare is trainer-led, skills-first adventure time involving woodland trails, open spaces, and real-world practice. It’s more expensive to run because it’s staffed like a training outing (because it is one). Drop off is included in all adventure programs.

Experts-Only Adventure Daycare

Tier 1 - $440/month; 1 day a week

Tier 2 - $650/month; 2 days a week

Tier 3 - $850/month; 3 days a week

For dogs with strong recall, solid social skills, and an established training foundation. These dogs join trainers for off-leash adventures, public outings, water activities, and advanced enrichment.

Trainer-led day activities for dogs who thrive on structure, enrichment, and real-world experiences. Unlike traditional daycare, dogs enjoy off-leash hikes, advanced training, and outings like swimming or public access trips, all enrichment and treats included.

Our Adventure Dog Daycare Is Ideal For…

Small Dogs

Our small-dog daycare in Portland gives little pups all the socialization and training benefits of daycare in a safe, size-appropriate setting. Small dogs are kept in a dedicated group and weigh 25 lbs or less.

Shy dogs

If your dog needs a little help coming out of their shell, our School of Socialization daycare is a great fit. We build confidence by teaching dogs to interact with or peacefully coexist with other pups.

High-Energy Dogs

Owners with high-energy dogs love our daycare services. Not because we tucker their dogs out for a day, but because our daycare trains their high-energy dogs to manage their “play” and “settle” modes appropriately.

Big Dogs

Sit Down & Beyond welcomes big dogs for a day of structured, educational fun. Whether your dog is enrolled in socialization school or an off-leash adventure hike, they’ll burn energy, build skills, and practice better manners along the way.

Reactive Dogs

Our daycare for reactive dogs offers more than supervision. With structured training and controlled introductions, most reactive dogs can learn to integrate safely with others, a principle at the heart of our training, boarding, and daycare programs.

Senior Dogs

Just because your senior dog can’t run after the ball like they used to, doesn’t mean they wouldn’t benefit from a little social enrichment. Our dog daycare is safe for senior dogs, providing a calm environment where they can move and interact with other dogs at their own pace.

Disabled Dogs

Dogs that require special accommodations or a little extra support and care can 100% attend our daycare. Your dog doesn’t let their disability hold them back from having fun, and neither will we. We’ll provide a safe environment for your pup to be who they are — a good dog!

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