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DDL: Where Dogs Can Be Dogs
At Down Dog Lodge, daycare is built around one idea: give dogs what they actually need. Space, social interaction, supervision, and a team that genuinely cares. Whether your dog is a social butterfly who lives for the pack or a calmer pup who’s happy to lay around, our environment gives them a fun, safe, and enriching day away from home.
Why Choose DDL for Doggie Daycare?
Our El Segundo facility delivers a complete environment where fun and safety go hand in hand. Here’s what your dog can expect from every visit:
- Cage-free environment: open, social play all day
- Size-separated play areas: Mini Lodge for smaller dogs, Big Pen for larger dogs, both with indoor and outdoor access
- Supervised play groups with trained staff
- Space to explore: 12,000 sq. ft. facility with ample room to run
- Feeding and medication included with every reservation, no extra charge
- Fresh water, always: constantly available and monitored in every area
The Benefits of Consistent Dog Daycare
A good day at dog daycare does more than tire your dog out, though it does that exceptionally well. Regular daycare visits deliver structured socialization, physical exercise, and mental stimulation: three things every dog needs to stay balanced and well-adjusted.
Dogs who socialize regularly tend to be more confident around new people and dogs. With regular socialization, boredom-driven behaviors like chewing, barking, and restlessness have far less room to develop as their physical and social needs are being met.
The result? A happier, calmer dog at home.
Dog Daycare Rates
Full Daycare (5+ hours)
- One dog: $62
- Additional dog: +$56
Half Daycare (under 5 hours)
- One dog: $52
- Additional dog: +$46
Hourly Daycare
$22/hr/dog
Prepaid Packages (Full Daycare only)*
1 dog, 10 visits: $600 (save $20)
1 dog, 20 visits: $1,180 (save $60)
2 dogs, 10 visits: $1,140 (save $40)
2 dogs, 20 visits: $2,260 (save $100)
3 dogs, 10 visits: $1,680 (save $60)
3 dogs, 20 visits: $3,330 (save $150)
*A package must be fully used before a new one can be purchased. Packages expire 365 days after purchase.
Peak Rates
Holidays are our busiest times of the year! To keep up with our high demand and increased staffing, an additional charge of $10/dog/day applies to daycare and boarding.
- Ski Week: 2/9 – 2/17
- Spring Break: 4/3 – 4/13
- Memorial Day: 5/23 – 5/26
- July 4th: 7/1 – 7/6
- Labor Day: 9/5 – 9/8
- Thanksgiving: 11/24 – 11/30
- Holiday Season: 12/19 – 1/3
Discounts*
- Veterinary: 10% off
- Military: 15% off
- Police Department: 15% off
- Fire Department: 15% off
- Paramedics: 15% off
* Supporting documents required. Discounts do not apply to prepaid packages.
Drop-Off/Pick-Up
Business Hours:
- Weekdays: 7AM-7:30PM
- Weekends & Holidays: 10AM-5:30PM
On a case-by-case basis, we can accommodate early drop-offs or late pick-ups for a fee of $25/dog/service.
Available extended hours:
- Earliest drop-off: 6AM
- Latest drop-off: 7PM
- Earliest pick-up: 6AM
- Latest pick-up: 10PM
We’re Here for You
DDL is locally owned and focused on our South Bay community since 2017; every decision we make starts with the dogs in our care.
- The Right Fit: Temperament-Tested dogs only, every guest vetted for group compatibility
- Always On: 24/7 staffing, 365 days a year
- Built for Dogs: 12,000 sq. ft. facility with room to run
- Local Perspective: owned and operated in the South Bay since 2017
- Stay Connected: follow our daily woofs and wags on Instagram @downdoglodge
- Your Neighborhood Lodge: proudly serving El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Hawthorne, Lawndale, and beyond
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Dog Daycare FAQ
What vaccinations are required for daycare?
All guests must be current on Rabies, DA2PP, Bordetella, K9 Influenza (2 rounds + 7-day wait), and Leptospirosis (2 rounds + 7-day wait). We do not accept Titer Tests in lieu of updated vaccinations.
What vaccinations are required for daycare?
All guests must be current on Rabies, DA2PP, Bordetella, K9 Influenza (2 rounds + 7-day wait), and Leptospirosis (2 rounds + 7-day wait). We do not accept Titer Tests in lieu of updated vaccinations.
Spay/Neuter Policy: Puppies between three and six months old are welcome intact. After six months, spay/neuter is required for admittance to Down Dog Lodge.
Does my dog need a Temperament Test first?
Yes, all new dogs must complete our two-phase Temperament Test ($40/dog x 2 days) before their first daycare visit. The test takes place over two days and ensures your dog is a good fit for our cage-free environment.
Are reservations required?
Yes, we require reservations for all services at least 24 hours in advance. Contact us by phone, email, or through our Client Portal to book.
What are your daycare hours?
Weekdays: 7AM to 7:30PM
Weekends/Holidays: 10AM to 5:30PM
Early drop-off before opening and late pick-up after closing are available for a flat fee of $25/dog/service.
What are Peak Rates?
Holidays are our busiest times of the year! To keep up with our high demand and increased staffing, an additional charge of $10/dog/day applies to daycare and boarding.
- Ski Week: 2/9 – 2/17
- Spring Break: 4/3 – 4/13
- Memorial Day: 5/23 – 5/26
- July 4th: 7/1 – 7/6
- Labor Day: 9/5 – 9/8
- Thanksgiving: 11/24 – 11/30
- Holiday Season: 12/19 – 1/3
Can I pick-up or drop-off outside of business hours?
We always prefer drop-offs and pick-ups to be within our normal business hours; this ensures the smoothest possible transaction with our Front Desk.
- WEEKDAYS: 7AM-7:30PM
- WEEKENDS/HOLIDAYS: 10AM-5:30PM
However, we understand that certain circumstances may require an early D/O or late P/U. On a case-by-case basis, we’re happy to offer these services for an additional cost.
The earliest we can accommodate ANY D/O is 6AM.
The latest we can accommodate ANY D/O is 7PM.
The earliest we can accommodate ANY P/U is 6AM.
The latest we can accommodate ANY P/U is 10PM.
We can not accommodate any early/late pickup/drop offs outside of these hours.
Any early D/O or late P/U needed will incur a flat rate fee of $25/dog/service.
Please give us a call to add a late D/O or P/U option.