We have been bringing our dog Champ to Dogwood for three months and we couldn't be happier! Champ is a special needs aussie shepherd -- profoundly deaf, and also very high energy, but afraid of dogs. We were very concerned to find a place where Champ would get loving attention and feel safe and happy. Dogwood is just that place. There's plenty for Champ to do -- a big partially-covered outdoor play area where all the dogs romp and play, but plenty of calm indoor space as well, where dogs can nap, watch tv, and take a break. This is great for Champ who loves to watch other dogs, but needs some downtime on his own. At Dogwood you don't hear dogs barking and whining. Inside, it seems like a stress-free place -- dogs are playing and trotting around, not eager to get out like some other places. After having Champ spend two days of "day care" at Dogwood, we felt very confident leaving Champ for a 10-day visit when we traveled back east. Kate checked in with us during the trip to reassure us that Champ was doing well and to put our minds at ease. Ever since then, Champ has been going to Dogwood a couple times a week. Mick or Kate greets him (and us) by name in the morning and he leaps towards them happily. At the end of the day, he is happy and tired. It's clear to us that Champ is well taken care of and loved at Dogwood! NB - I had to write this post when I read the review below. This person sounds like they are talking about a different place. Kate and Mick are so nice! As I said above, taking care of Champ is not so easy - but Kate and Mick happily agreed to "speak" to Champ with hand signals, and have been very supportive of his progress. I have asked to pop back into the "private" space to take a peak at Champ interacting with other dogs, and Kate and Mick have accommodated -- it was certainly not overcrowded or filthy! Both the indoor space and the outdoor space are clean and tidy.

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