Camp Bow Wow is now OPEN in Peoria!
We opened the doors on January 14th! We encourage you to schedule your FREE first day interview for your 4-legged friend(s) especially if you have holiday plans. Please visit the Reservations page to let us know how to contact you as well as to download the camper application.
The Camp Bow Wow Difference
Camp Bow Wow offers supervised doggie day care and upscale boarding in a world-class facility, making the word "kennel" obsolete.
These features distinguish Camp Bow Wow from other boarding and day care services:
- All-day play for day-campers and overnight campers
- Large play areas with indoor and outdoor access
- Four play groups at all times to fit each dog's size, temperament and energy level
- 7,600 square foot climate-controlled, secure facility
- Live web cams so you can watch your best friend's activities online
- Large, full-height, private sleeping cabins -- no stacking, crating or outdoor kennels!
- Boarding includes a private cabin, in-cabin dining, comfy bed and blanket, "campfire" treats at bedtime, and of course, all-day play and it's all included, all the time.
Overnight Camp (Boarding)
Vacation? Business Trip? Allergic houseguests?
Bring your dog to Camp Bow Wow for an overnight stay! Overnight campers stay busy with camp activities during the day and go to their cabins only at meal time and bedtime. Siblings can share an oversized cabin to make it more like home. Evening "campfire" treats and soothing music at bedtime are always included in your dog's stay. All-day play, private cabins and plenty of canine and human contact help your pup sleep soundly at Camp Bow Wow while you are away.
Day Camp (Doggie Day Care)
Long work day? High energy dog? Separation anxiety? Guilt about infrequent walks?
Bring your dog to Camp Bow Wow for a day at camp! Early drop-off and late pick-up allow you to focus on your daily routine while your dog plays with our Certified Camp Counselors and his or her favorite canine friends. We'll find the play group that best fits your dog's personality. You'll find the schedule that best suits your dog's needs - a few days a week, a few days a month, or just "as needed". One thing is for sure - at the end of the day, each dog goes home tired and happy. That's good for your dog, and good for you, too!
Getting Started - Pre-Stay Interview and Registration
Like any Camp, we do have some rules for all Day Campers and Boarders.
- Must be four months or older
- Must be spayed or neutered, if six months or older
- Must be current on all vaccinations (rabies, distemper, bordetella)
- Must generally be in good health
- Must pass the Pre-Stay Interview
Pre-Stay Interview
We like to meet each new camper on an individual basis to make sure that Camp Bow Wow is right for them. Dogs must be friendly to people and other dogs. The Interview allows us to see how your dog interacts with other dogs, and how he or she deals with people when you are not present. Interviews are by appointment only, Monday through Friday.
Registration
On the day of your scheduled Interview, please make sure you bring the following:
- A veterinarian's verification of your dog's current vaccinations (rabies, distemper and bordetella)
- Name, address and phone number of an emergency contacts
- Name, address and phone number of your vet
- A quick-release collar and name tag
- Your dog!
That's all you will need. Once your dog is registered, you can make reservations for day care and boarding online or by phone.