Dog Boarding in Elmwood Park
Supervised Play by Day, Comfortable Cabin Rest at Night
Headed out of town but can’t take your pup with you? We provide overnight dog boarding services that combine a full day of play in our spacious play yards with a designated Cabin for nighttime rest. Your dog can exercise, socialize, enjoy enrichment, and settle in comfortably while you’re away.
Before the stay, we’ll explain the Camper Interview, vaccination requirements, introductory daycare visit, and the information we need for feeding or medication administration. These steps help us determine whether our group-play environment and boarding routine are appropriate for your dog.
Call Camp Bow Wow Elmwood Park at (201) 733-4893 to discuss your dog’s needs and prepare for an overnight stay.
What Dog Boarding in Elmwood Park Includes
When comparing dog boarding prices, look beyond the nightly rate. Some providers charge separately for daytime care, sleeping accommodations, medication administration, enrichment, or webcam access. Current rates and reservation terms can vary, so confirm them before booking.
At Camp Bow Wow Elmwood Park, the boarding experience includes:
- Dog daycare services during the boarding stay
- An individual Cabin with a cot, fleece blanket, and nightly treat
- Medication administration
- Live webcam access
- Climate-controlled play areas with outdoor access
- Care from Certified Camp Counselors
There aren’t extra charges for these listed inclusions. Contact us directly to confirm current pricing, policies, and reservation terms for your travel dates.
Dog Boarding Pricing
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Overnight Camp Service Price Overnight Camp Service Price Interview Day Required free assessment prior to first day or overnight stay FREE Overnight Stay 1 dog Day care included in all overnight stays. Family dogs must share Cabin for multi-dog pricing Holiday and peak times (school breaks) may be subject to seasonal pricing of a $7 additional fee per night per dog $82.00 Overnight Stay - 2 Campers 2 Dogs Day care included in all overnight stays. Family dogs must share same Cabin for multi-dog discount pricing ( each additional camper from same family sharing same cabin gets 15% discount) $151.70 Seasonal Boarding Pricing Please note that a $7 surcharge is added to overnight boarding prices during certain holidays throughout the year. (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day). $7.00 -
Individual Enrichment Price Snuggle Time Your Camper gets one-on-one attention from a Camp Counselor, getting all the pets, scratches, and love they want! 15-minute session $20.00 Sniff 'n Seek Challenge your dog's natural curiosity and let them solve problems to find hidden treats! Ball Pit option offered on certain days 15-minute session $20.00 Play Pals One-on-one time with a Camp Counselor playing their favorite game! 15-minute session $20.00 Enrichment Services Package - 5 Sessions Choose from our Daily Specials, Snuggle Time, Play Pals, or Sniff and Seek. 1 year expiration from purchase date. $85.00 Enrichment Services Package - 10 Sessions Choose from our Daily Specials, Snuggle Time, Play Pals, or Sniff and Seek. 1 year expiration from purchase date. $150.00
Boarding Requirements & Stay Preparation
Every new Camper must complete a Camper Interview before participating in dog daycare or overnight boarding. A new Camper, or a returning Camper who hasn’t visited this location within the past year, must also complete a full or half day of daycare before boarding.
Local eligibility and intake requirements include:
- Vaccinations: Dogs must be current on Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations.
- Bordetella Timing: Bordetella must have been administered within the past year. A waiting period applies when the vaccine is newly administered or expired, so confirm the required timing before arrival.
- Age and Weight: Dogs must be spayed or neutered by 7 months of age and weigh at least 8 pounds to come to Camp.
- Collar: Each Camper must arrive with a quick-release collar.
- Emergency Contact: Pet parents must provide an up-to-date contact who can pick up the dog and take them to a veterinarian if needed.
From Check-In to Pickup
Before arrival, confirm your reservation and provide accurate vaccination records, feeding directions, medication details, and emergency contact information. Tell us about relevant health needs, temperament, and routines so we can discuss them before the stay.
At check-in, we review the required information and collect payment. Your dog then follows the Camp routine, including supervised daytime activity and overnight rest in an individual Cabin. Because policies may change, confirm arrival instructions, cancellation terms, pickup procedures, and current pricing when making your reservation.
Is Group-Play Boarding Right for Your Dog?
Group-play overnight boarding may suit a dog who is comfortable around other dogs, can settle after active periods, and meets Camp’s health and behavior requirements. The Camper Interview helps us evaluate your dog’s readiness for the Camp environment before an overnight stay.
Consider these questions before requesting a reservation:
- Is your dog comfortable interacting with other dogs?
- Can your dog rest after physical activity and socialization?
- Does your dog follow a predictable feeding or medication routine?
- Are there health or behavioral needs we should discuss in advance?
- Has your dog completed the required introductory daycare visit?
Puppies, senior dogs, and dogs of different sizes can be considered for boarding when they meet the local requirements. If you’re unsure whether your dog will be comfortable with group play, talk with us before booking so we can assess their suitability.
| Benefits | Camp Bow Wow | Competitor 1 | Competitor 2 | Competitor 3 |
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| Spacious & Secure Boarding Enclosure | For Upgrade | |||
| All-Inclusive Pricing | ||||
| Live Webcams | ||||
| Free First Day | Some Charge | |||
| Required Safety & CPR Training | ||||
| Comprehensive Enrichment Services | ||||
| Rest Area Separate from Play Area |
Dog Boarding FAQs
Have questions? Camp Bow Wow Elmwood Park is here to help!
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Overnight dog boarding costs vary by location, the type of accommodations, and what’s included. At Camp Bow Wow, nightly boarding rates include all-day open-play daycare, a comfortable sleeping space, and hands-on care from trained staff, with straightforward, all-inclusive pricing whenever possible. Your local Camp can provide exact overnight rates and help you choose the best boarding options for your pup’s needs.
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At Camp Bow Wow, boarding includes all-day open-play daycare, a cozy Camp sleeping area, feeding, medications, webcam access, and attentive care from Certified Camp Counselors®. Sf Optional add-ons like enrichment, training, or bath and grooming , may be available at your Camp Bow Wow location.
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Yes, holiday surcharges are common in dog boarding because these are peak times when space and staff are in higher demand. Many Camp Bow Wow locations may apply a small holiday fee or require minimum-night stays during major holidays to ensure we can provide safe, consistent care for every Camper. Your local Camp will share holiday rates and policies in advance so you can plan your pup’s stay with confidence.
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Many Camp Bow Wow locations provide daily updates so you know how your pup is doing during dog daycare and boarding. Our Certified Camp Counselors® closely monitor each Camper’s behavior, play style, and overall well-being, and can share how your pup ate, played, rested, and made new friends. Some Camps also offer digital “report cards,” photos, or notes, so you get added peace of mind while your four-legged family member enjoys their stay - check with your local Camp for specific update options.
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Camp Bow Wow requires all boarding dogs to be up to date on their DHPP vaccine to keep them healthy and able to play safely with other dogs. It’s recommended that the Leptospirosis vaccine also be included annually, as it’s more common, can be deadly to dogs, and can spread to humans.
The DHPP vaccine protects against four serious and highly contagious diseases: Distemper, Hepatitis (Adenovirus), Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus. These illnesses can affect a dog’s respiratory, digestive, and nervous systems, and can spread quickly between dogs, making vaccination important.
Puppies start the DHPP series at 6–8 weeks old, with two boosters given at 3-week intervals, followed by a third booster a year later. Adult dogs receive booster shots as recommended by their veterinarian, with the Distemper and Parvovirus portion typically given every 1–3 years.
In addition to the DHPP vaccine, the Rabies and Bordetella vaccines are also required for all boarding dogs at all our locations. For more information on our vaccine requirements for dog boarding, contact your local Camp Bow Wow.
Request Your Dog’s Boarding Stay
The Camp Bow Wow app supports reservation requests, dog profile management, and webcam access at participating locations. During your dog’s Camp experience, our live webcams offer a convenient way to check in from a computer or mobile device.
Contact us before booking if you have questions about vaccination timing, the introductory daycare visit, medication instructions, or your dog’s fit for group play.
Ready to plan your dog’s stay? Make a Reservation, or call Camp Bow Wow Elmwood Park at (201) 733-4893 with your boarding questions.
