What are the requirements for enrollment at Academy Daycare?

Dogs must be at least 16 weeks old with current rabies, bordetella, and DHPP vaccinations. Spay/neuter is strongly recommended. No lengthy assessment process — we have 15 years of experience and can handle any dog.

Can intact (unspayed/unneutered) dogs attend Academy Daycare?

Intact dogs are only permitted in our Day & Train program, where they receive individualized attention and are managed by our trainers throughout the day. They cannot attend regular daycare.

How do you keep dogs safe at your facility?

Safety is built into everything we do. Our staff are experts at reading body language and managing group dynamics. In 15 years of socializing dogs of every breed and temperament, we have maintained a perfect safety record with zero incidents.

My dog is nervous around other dogs — can they still attend?

Absolutely. We specialize in working with nervous dogs. Our staff carefully match them with compatible, calm playmates. We recommend attending 3-5 days per week during the first few months for consistent exposure and faster confidence building.

What are your hours and how often should my dog attend?

We are open Monday through Friday. Drop-off is 7:00-10:00 AM, pickup is 3:00-8:00 PM. For best results we recommend 3-5 days per week for at least the first few months.

Dog Daycare Near King City, ON

If you live in King City, Nobleton, Schomberg, or anywhere in the Township of King, you already know — there aren’t many options for professional dog daycare. It’s a beautiful area to own a dog, with trails, open space, and a community that genuinely loves their pets. But when it comes to structured, supervised daycare run by behaviour professionals, the options are thin.

Academy Daycare in Gormley is just a 15-20 minute drive east from King City, and we serve dozens of dog owners from across the Township of King who were tired of settling for less — or leaving their dogs home alone all day.

Why King City Dog Owners Choose Academy Daycare

There’s Almost Nothing Nearby

The Township of King is largely rural and residential. There are a handful of pet businesses, but very few dedicated dog daycare facilities with full-time behaviour specialists on staff. Most King City dog owners end up looking south toward Richmond Hill or Vaughan — both of which are a longer drive and often run large, crowded operations.

Academy Daycare is closer than most people realize. From King City, it’s a straight shot east on King Road to Highway 404, then a few minutes north to Gormley. From Nobleton or Schomberg, it’s about 20-25 minutes depending on the route.

Your Dog Gets More Than Just a Play Area

We’re not a warehouse where dogs run around unsupervised. Every day at Academy Daycare is structured:

Temperament-matched play groups — your dog is placed with dogs that match their energy level and play style, not just their size
Canine behaviour specialists — our staff have 15 years of experience reading and managing dogs, not just watching them
Structured play and rest cycles — alternating play sessions, outdoor yard time, and enforced rest periods throughout the day
8,500 sq ft facility — plenty of space for dogs to move, play, and decompress

Programs for Every Dog

Standard Daycare — $55/day For well-socialized dogs that thrive in group play. Temperament-matched groups, outdoor yard access, structured rest periods, and expert supervision all day.

Behavioural Daycare — $95/day For reactive, nervous, or high-energy dogs that need smaller group sizes and hands-on trainer management. If your dog has been turned away from other daycares, this is the program for them.

Day & Train — $95/day Full obedience training combined with daycare. Your dog gets 1-on-1 training sessions throughout the day — commands, leash work, treadmill fitness, place cot training — then socializes with matched groups between sessions. The most popular program for owners who want results without giving up weekends to training classes. This is especially great for intact dogs.

Boarding — $75/night ($65/night for 7+ night stays) Overnight care with the same structured, supervised approach as our daycare program.

Multi-Day Packs Save You Money

Most King City clients come multiple days per week — that’s where the packs make sense:

Daycare: 5-day $265 ($53/day) · 10-day $500 ($50/day) · 15-day $705 ($47/day) · Unlimited $649/mo
Day & Train: 5-day $465 ($93/day) · 10-day $900 ($90/day) · 15-day $1,305 ($87/day) · Unlimited $1,395/mo

The Unlimited plans include bath and nail trim.

Getting Here from King City

The drive is straightforward:

From King City: Head east on King Road, connect to Highway 404 North, exit at Stouffville Road, and head east to Gormley. About 15-20 minutes.
From Nobleton: East on King Road to the 404, same route. About 20-25 minutes.
From Schomberg: South to King Road or east to Highway 48, then south to Gormley. About 20-25 minutes.

Drop-off is between 7:00 and 10:00 AM, so the drive fits naturally into a morning commute — whether you’re heading to work in the GTA or working from home and want your dog to have a productive day.

What You Need to Get Started

Getting your dog into Academy Daycare is simple:

Vaccinations: Current rabies, bordetella, and DHPP — all three required
Age: Dogs must be at least 16 weeks old
Spay/neuter: Strongly recommended but not required. Intact males over 1 year often do better in our Day & Train program where they get individualized management
No lengthy assessments: We can handle any dog. No multi-visit trial process — just bring your dog in

Pickup is between 3:00 and 8:00 PM, and you’ll receive weekly report cards on your dog’s progress and behaviour.

A Better Option Than Leaving Your Dog Home

If you’re working from home in King City, it’s easy to think your dog is fine. But dogs need socialization, structure, and mental stimulation that even the best backyard can’t provide. A dog that spends all day at your feet while you work isn’t getting what they need — and you’re probably stepping over them during every Zoom call.

Regular daycare — even 2-3 days a week — gives your dog a structured social environment, burns their energy with matched playmates, and sends them home calm and satisfied. It’s not a luxury. For most dogs, it’s a need.

Ready to Try It?

Academy Daycare serves dog owners from King City, Nobleton, Schomberg, Kettleby, and across the Township of King. Call us at 437-776-9563 or fill out the form below to get started. We’re happy to answer any questions about which program is right for your dog.

Dog Daycare Near King City, ON — Structured Daycare Just Minutes Away