Doggie Basics
10900 Warden Ave., Markham, ON L6C 1N3
Overview
Doggie Basics is a family-owned, licensed dog daycare and boarding facility in Markham, ON offering overnight boarding, daycare, grooming, and training services. They provide 24/7 on-site supervision with over 10,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor play areas, and require a temperament assessment and current vaccinations (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella) for all dogs.
Amenities & Policies
Dog-to-staff ratio: 3:1
Max capacity: 30 dogs
Required vaccinations: Rabies, DHPP/DA2PP, Bordetella
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What Reviews Say
89 reviews analyzedDoggie Basics is highly regarded as a premier training and daycare facility, with specific praise for Julio’s expertise in handling reactive dogs and educating owners. Customers frequently highlight the large outdoor play area and the staff's deep knowledge of canine behavior. While the facility maintains a near-perfect rating, some friction exists regarding their strict assessment protocols and occasional delays in responding to new inquiries.
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Strict Assessment Scheduling(3 mentions)
“They only assess the dogs on one day between a very specific time. They offered me no flexibility.”
Communication Delays (New Inquiries)(3 mentions)
“I sent them a request for dog day care/boarding 2 weeks ago and I didn't get any reply back.”
Strict Temperament Requirements(2 mentions)
“The introduction with the other dog went horribly... they never answered my calls again.”
Top Rated
4.6 stars from 89+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.6-star rating across 89 reviews.
At a Glance
Max capacity
30 dogs
Dog-to-staff ratio
3:1
Pricing
Boarding
$70/night
Daycare
$35–$45/day
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