Dogtopia of Woodbridge, VA Blog

We had over 50 dogs come to visit me here at Dogtopia on Sunday! We celebrated my 2^nd Birthday with dog cupcakes from Organic Doggy Kitchen – YUMMY! Dogs were coming back for seconds and thirds! (And as the birthday boy, I had like, a million!)

We had dogs of all shapes and sizes from a Bull Dog puppy to German Shepherds come to play.

Large Dog/High Energy Playgroup - February 22

In the large dog group, the veterans Molly Doodle (a Boxer), Sidney (a Golden Retriever) and Luca (a yellow Lab) played like old friends! Oh wait, they are old friends! But of course, they made new friends, too – like Libby (a white German Shepherd), Cooper (a German Shorthaired Pointer), Cali (a Vizsla), and Mya (a black Lab) – among others!

Luca, Cooper, and Sidney Having Fun on the Play Equipment

Usually the small dog group is more mellow, but this week Rosie (a Terrier mix), Lily Anne (a Miniture Schnauzer) and Laci (a Cocker Spaniel) kept things lively! As the two of them come to Dogtopia for daycare, they showed all the new dogs how to run laps, jump on the play equipment and chase balls. Of course, they also taught the new dogs that you have to check in with your parents often for a pat on the head and a kiss!

Small Dog/Low Energy Playgroup - February 22

Some of the reserved little dogs like Wesley (a miniature Poodle) were kept company by a few large yet low-key, relaxed big dogs like Sophie (a big, fluffy Chow) and Tara (a chocolate Lab) showing that size doesn’t matter when it comes to canine companionship!

One thing that the two playgroups definitely had in common was everyone was tuckered out when they left!

My mom had so much fun playing with all the new dogs and meeting their owners that she decided to host two playgroups in March! Sunday, March 8^th and Sunday, March 29^th  (Large dogs/high energy 11-1, small dogs/low energy 1-3)- tell your friends! The more the merrier! 

Yesterday my mom, Amber, had her busiest day of daycare since opening Dogtopia of Woodbridge – 38 dogs came to play…and 38 dogs were very tired at the end of the day! (Plus me!) I saw lots of my old friends and met some new ones, too. It was a lot of fun.

It seemed to be doubles day in daycare! There were two Huskies, two Boxers, two Golden Retreivers, two Bichons, two Lab puppies, two Golden doodles!

Becket and Rocky Napping

Lucy and Charlie, a pair of brother and sister Golden doodles, were bouncing off the walls – you can tell they just love life! They are very lovable, active dogs and were a joy for their pooch pals to play with.

When Rocky, a yellow lab puppy, got tired he curled up next to Becket, a Golden Retreiver – it’s his favorite place to nap! If you don’t believe me, just read my last blog entry. On his very first day of daycare Rocky cuddled up with Becket, too! Awww…

Annie Rose and Koda wrestled and jumped over the play equipment in true husky style. I think they look forward to Wednesdays when they know each other will be there!

Molly Doodle and Romo Playing

Romo and Molly Doodle – both Boxers – were hilarious! They had the time of their lives playing like only Boxers do!

Fletcher W., a Vizsla, just moved here from Boston and was a bit unsure about all of us new DC-area dogs at first. But he seems to be making friends quickly and I’m starting to think he may give up his hankering for the Red Sox and become a Nationals fan after a day of play at Dogtopia!

The Lab puppies, Sandy (a yellow Lab) and Mya (a black Lab) took over the Romper Room and played all day with Bella (a Corgi mix) and Tucker (a beagle mix).

Max H. Lounging

Max H. found a great spot on top of some crates to watch all the puppies play. Good times were had by all!

Brrrrr – have I mentioned that it’s cold outside? Don’t forget to come to our indoor “dog park” playdate inside at Dogtopia on January 25! We’ll provide the cleanup supplies and your dog gets to play with all of his friends in a comfortable environment.

January Playgroup/Meetup

Date: Sunday, January 25, 2009

Zeke

Hi everybody!

My name is Zeke. My mom, Amber, owns Dogtopia of Woodbridge!

While I do spend some of my time sleeping behind the front desk (being the official greeter is hard work, you know) I also spend a lot of my time playing in the Gym and the Romper Room with my friends. Today was no exception!

Tehya

My friend Tehya, a husky mix, had been on vacation but she came back ready to play! She and Simon, a Weimaraner, were having a great time together so I ran over to see what Rodney, a boxer, and Axl, a bulldog, were up to. They were playing together and making these funny noises – it was like they were talking in their own secret language! I wouldn’t be surprised. Those are two crazy guys…

Then Simon ran over and introduced himself to Cariad, a hound mix, who’s boarding with us for a few days. They really seemed to hit it off!

Molly S. and Murphy Jae played with balls all day – they have endless energy! Maybe they just don’t appreciate a good nap the way I do.

Granite

Granite, a friendly Great Dane/Labrador Retreiver mix, played with everyone!

Later on, I visited the Romper Room where I found a plethora of puppies! Rocky (a yellow Lab puppy who’s in his first day of daycare), Sandy (another yellow Lab puppy), Mya (a black Lab puppy), and Tucker (a beagle mix puppy) were having a blast together.

Then, I witnessed one of those cutesy moments that just make you say, “Awwww!” Rocky and Sandy curled up with Tara, a chocolate Lab, and Becket, a Golden Retriever who’s in his senior years! How adorable! (Don’t tell the dogs in the Gym that I said that…they’ll think I’ve gone soft on ‘em!)

Cali, a Vizsla, was a busy bee. She checked out every dog and every corner, while Max Hall and Pooka – both cattle dogs – played together.

Every day is like this here at Dogtopia – lots of fun with lots of friends.

I sure am looking forward to the dog washing fundraiser that we’re going to have this Saturday! I hope to see everyone there!