Joining Groovy Dogs starts with getting to know your dog.
Tell us who they are, what they love, what makes them happiest, and anything else you think we should know. We’ll also ask how you prefer to communicate—email, text, or phone—so we can connect with you in the way that works best for you.
Every great adventure starts with a great introduction.
We’d love to connect in the way that’s easiest for you.
Email
Text Message
Phone Call
We’ll also ask for the best time to reach you and give you space to share anything else you’d like us to know before we connect.
Your Meet & Greet will take place at your dog’s regular adventure pickup and drop-off location.
We’ll spend time getting to know you and your dog, introduce your pup to the Groovy Dogs bus, answer your questions, and make sure Groovy Dogs feels like the right fit.
It’s the beginning of the routine your dog will experience on every adventure.
Because every dog deserves a safe adventure, all members of the Pack must meet our health and safety requirements before joining Groovy Dogs.
Minimum age: 6 months
There is no maximum age, as long as your dog is healthy enough to safely participate.
Current vaccinations required
You can upload your dog’s vaccination records, or have your veterinary office email them directly to us.
Successful Meet & Greet
Every dog must complete a Meet & Greet before joining the Pack.
Groovy Dogs Adventure Harness
All dogs are required to wear the approved Groovy Dogs Adventure Harness while riding with us.
Required Media Authorization
Photography and video are part of the Groovy Dogs experience. Families must agree to the required photography, video and social media authorization for their dog to participate.
Once your dog is approved, you’ll complete enrollment and receive everything needed to begin adventures safely and confidently.
Your one-time Welcome Package includes the required Groovy Dogs Adventure Harness along with personalized welcome items for your dog.
We’ll make sure your pup is fitted properly and ready for their first adventure.
Tell us about your best friend. We’ll make the next steps easy.
Thank you for trusting us with your best friend.
How many team members supervise the dogs?
One trained team member may drive the Adventure Bus during transportation. Every dog is individually secured before the bus moves, and the driver will never attempt to manage a loose dog while operating the vehicle. At the adventure location, our operating model includes two team members supervising the dogs.
How are dogs secured?
Every participating dog wears an approved, properly fitted Groovy Dogs Adventure Harness. Before the bus moves, staff complete a physical Roll Call, verify every dog against the day’s roster, check all securement points and confirm that doors and barriers are secure. Dogs are loaded and unloaded individually or through a controlled, staff-directed process.
What happens if a dog becomes loose inside the bus?
The driver will safely stop the vehicle before managing the situation. The bus will not continue moving until the dog is safely secured and all equipment has been checked. If a harness, restraint, door or barrier is unsafe, the bus will not depart until the issue is corrected.
What happens if two dogs have a conflict?
Staff watch for early signs of fear, tension, resource guarding or overstimulation and use distance, redirection, changes in activity or separation when needed. If a serious altercation occurs, the rest of the Pack will be secured, the involved dogs will be safely separated and checked for injuries, and their families will be contacted promptly. Veterinary care will be obtained when necessary.
Are adventures off-leash?
Dogs are not intentionally allowed to run loose in unsecured public areas. We use appropriate fencing, harnessing, leashes, controlled transitions, identification and staff supervision. Because fencing varies by destination, Groovy Dogs cannot guarantee six-foot fencing at every location. Dogs with a known history of escaping, jumping fences or requiring specialized containment may not be appropriate for the program.
How is your team trained?
Every Groovy Dogs team member responsible for the care or handling of dogs will complete Fear Free Boarding & Daycare certification before participating in an Adventure Day.
Our commitment is always the same: thoughtful preparation, appropriate supervision, honest communication and every dog’s welfare ahead of the day’s schedule.
Tell us about your best friend and help us get to know your dog before we connect.
