How it works
Doozle's Den is a private space for you and your dog! That means no other dogs (or humans, besides staff) will be there. Reservations are available for 30 or 45 minutes at a time and there is a 15 minute window between reservations to ensure you do not encounter another dog in the space, as well as to allow time for cleaning. For this reason we ask that you please do not arrive early.
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You may reserve the space for 30 or 45 minutes, for up to two dogs living in the same household. (Sorry, if your dog has a buddy living in another household we are not accepting two dogs from different households just yet.)
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Please note that this is not a training session or a drop-off. You are booking this private space to spend one-on-one time with your dog. You may use the agility equipment provided, work on training skills or just let your dog run around and have fun. You must stay in the space with your dog and be responsible for your dog at all times. Please be respectful of the equipment and the space and leave things as they were when you arrived.​ Doozle's Den is for dogs and adults only. (No children please.)
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Because of the nature of our services, we do lock the door during sessions and are appointment only. And if you notice the curtains are closed that means there is a happy pup having fun inside!
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It's also important to note there are no expectations of your dog interacting with us. We LOVE dogs, but also respect their boundaries and our purpose for Doozle's Den.
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Pricing:
— 30 minutes @ $35 (2 dogs $45)
— 45 minutes @ $45 (2 dogs $55)
We are available to give you a quick intro on how to get your dog started using the equipment and space. Just ask! If you cannot make your scheduled appointment, you must cancel or reschedule 24 hours in advance.
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— If you are bringing a second dog from the same household we highly recommend two humans for two dogs for the most enjoyable experience!
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— Add on a game of "find it" or a peanut butter lick mat to help reduce stress and anxiety or just to provide some additional mental stimulation.
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— If you would like to bring a dog from a shelter or a foster dog, please email renah@dft-stl.com. We have special times and pricing set up for our friends looking for their forever homes, and we also need some different info. ​
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Support Local Shelter Pups:
— Every appointment will have the option to donate $10 to our shelter partners, which will be doubled and donated quarterly!
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— Sponsor a 45 minute session for a shelter dog and their volunteer friend at a special rate of $35! We'll top off the special visit with a pup cup and a special promotional video to help our new friends get adopted! After the visit we'll send you a link to the highlight video so you can see how much fun your sponsored pup had (and that you can also share on social). Click Book Here to purchase a session for a shelter pup!
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— Our opening partner is CARE STL, where Doozle was adopted from! We will be adding more partners to this program soon.
Things to know:
​Doozle's Den is located on Hampton Avenue in the St. Louis Hills neighborhood.
Here's some parking information.
We ask that you make every effort to park on Hampton, or you may park in the small lot at Hampton & Itaska (next to Dragonfly Fitness). Depending on the day, you may be able to park right in front of Doozle's Den. If you have a reactive dog and want some additional info or have more questions please include that when you make your reservation. We will provide some specific instructions on parking according to your visit day/time in order to ensure you have the best visit possible and to ensure that we remain good neighbors!
Please always keep your dog on a leash when coming to and leaving Doozle's Den.
Be aware of other dogs and people when arriving and exiting the space. Please be courteous and remember that even if your dog is friendly, not everyone or every dog is comfortable with others. We love having this space and want to be good neighbors!
​Please ensure your dog has had plenty of time to potty before coming in to Doozle's Den.
There's lots of exciting smells and new things at Doozle's Den. Please give your dog extra time to potty before leaving home. (We do have a bathroom for humans though!)
​The space will only be rented to you during your time.
A staff member will check you in. If your dog is people friendly and you would like a quick demo on using the equipment just let us know when you arrive. Demo videos coming soon.
If your dog is people reactive or extremely shy please email to make special arrangements instead of using reservation tool.
We understand that some dogs may need special accommodations. Please email us with more details so we can determine the best way to ensure you and your dog have the best experience possible. It's also important to note that there are no expectations of your dog interacting with us! We LOVE dogs, but also respect their boundaries and our purpose for Doozle's Den.
All dogs must be up to date on their Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccinations, and free of any contagious diseases.
You must provide proof upon booking a reservation. If your dog has been to a boarding facility we ask that you wait three weeks before coming to Doozle's Den. In the future, if a dog is attending a class or with a buddy they must be spayed/neutered.
​​Please plan to arrive and depart on time.
It's important for us to keep this a safe space for shy dogs, reactive dogs or dogs who just prefer to not encounter other dogs. Please do not arrive early. While we cannot control other people/dogs in the area, we do want to ensure that our space is always clear (and clean) upon arrival times.
We strive for a clean play space.
While every effort is made to ensure a clean space free of germs and disease, there is always a risk that your dog could pick up something from another dog who has used the space. Equipment is disinfected after each use and a deep cleaning is done at the close of the day. Dog bowls and snuffle mats are always washed after one use.
I know there's a lot to take in, but if you read Our Story then you'll understand!
I want Doozle's Den to be a place where all pet parents can relax and bond with their dog!
Other info:
We encourage you to bring treats to Doozle's Den for your pup! At this time we do not have treats for purchase, but have a small stash in case you forget!
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This space is designed for reactive dogs. While there are windows, there is a curtain across the entire space. Your dog will be able to enjoy Doozle's Den without any distractions from outside!