New Camper Welcome Guide
Start your pup's journey with us
Welcome to Canine Field of Dreams
We know that starting somewhere new can feel like a big step—for both you and your pup. That’s why we’ve created a simple, guided process to help new campers feel safe, supported, and excited to join in the fun. From a trial day evaluation to small playgroups and personalized care, we make sure every dog has a smooth transition into our camp family.
Camp Enrollment Requirements
Enrollment is limited to dogs who attend Friendship Camp at least once per week
Consistent Friendship Camp attendance is also required to maintain Overnight Camp eligibility
To help keep Camp safe, comfortable, and enjoyable for everyone, all new campers must:
• Complete a Trial Day
• Be comfortable and calm when kenneled
• Be dog-friendly and non-reactive towards dogs and people
• Have no history of escaping or attempting to breach doors, gates, kennels, or equipment
• Have no behaviors that could compromise their safety or the safety of others, including resource guarding, anxiety-based behaviors, or overstimulation
• Be current on required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Bordetella
We highly recommend flea/tick and heartworm preventive and Lepto vaccine
• Senior age limits:
◦ Over 12 years (40 lbs or less)
◦ Over 10 years (over 40 lbs)
• Continued Camp Eligibility
A dog's behavior and comfort in a group setting can change over time due to age, health, experiences, or other factors. For the safety and well-being of all campers, Canine Field of Dreams reserves the right to reassess or discontinue Friendship Camp participation if a camper is no longer comfortable, happy or appropriate for our group environment.
The Trial Day
We ask that all families review our Camp Enrollment Requirements prior to booking. If you feel your dog meets these qualifications and Camp sounds like a good fit, you're welcome to proceed with scheduling a trial day
Arrival time: trial dogs must arrive at 7:30am if you would like a tour, or 8:00am if no tour is needed. We truly appreciate punctuality, as it helps us give your dog the best start to their day and keeps our morning routine calm for all campers.
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Optional tour: You may schedule a 20-minute tour before your trial day.
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Trial day cost: $49.50 for the first dog, $44.50 for the second dog (taxes and fees not included).
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Tours during trial: Tours can also be arranged at drop-off or pick-up on your trial day. For the comfort of our client dogs, indoor areas are not open while dogs are present—but a virtual tour is available on our Facilities page.
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Purpose of the trial: Trials allow us to ensure your pup is calm, relaxed, and comfortable. We cannot accept excessively anxious or vocal dogs, as this disrupts the peaceful environment we provide.
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What the day looks like: Your pup will spend one-on-one time with Camp Counselors, meet new friends, and enjoy nap breaks to settle in.
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To make camp feel just like home, you're welcome to pack some of your pup's favorite things-treats, a cozy bed or blanket, their food, or a favorite toy.
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Communication: We’ll send updates and photos throughout the day. At the end of the trial, we’ll let you know if your pup has been accepted into Camp.
The trial is the first step toward making Canine Field of Dreams your pup’s home away from home!
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If your pup is ready to join camp, here’s how to get started with their trial day adventure:
First: Create Your New Camper Account
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Fill out your pup’s questionnaire so we can get to know them.
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Sign the policy acknowledgment agreement.
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Upload your pup’s vaccination records to your new account (Rabies, Bordetella, and DAPP are required). Your vet can also email records directly to caninefieldofdreams@gmail.com.
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Request your trial date online (you’ll find the option under “Daycare/Trial Day”). If a date isn’t available, send us a message—we may be able to accommodate. Already planning an overnight camp stay? Be sure to include your travel dates so we can confirm availability.
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Save a credit card to your account.
After you’ve booked:
We’ll review your account and email you to confirm your pup’s trial day. If you’d like, you can also schedule a 20-minute tour before your trial to see the campgrounds.
You are welcome to bring a favorite blanket, bed, toy, or other comfort items to your dog's trial day, but it is not required.
Drop-Off & Pick-Up Policies
Friendship Camp (Monday-Friday)
Drop-off: 7:00–8:30 am
Pick-up: 4:00–5:30 pm
A $10 fee per dog applies for late pick-ups after 5:30 pm
Overnight Camp
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Drop-off & Pick-up: by appointment only 8:00–11:00 am and 1:00–5:30 pm (5:00pm weekends and Holidays).
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Pick-ups at or after 1:00pm include an additional daycare fee.
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Please check your reservation for your confirmed times.
A $10 fee per dog applies for late pick-ups after 5:30 pm.
Cancellation & Payment Policies
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A credit card on file is required to secure all reservations.
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Overnight cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice (72 hours for holidays).
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Less than 48 hours = charged 1 night. Holidays = charged 2 nights
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Repeated late cancellations may result in future bookings being declined.
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Early pick-up: If you pick up your dog before the scheduled end of their stay, the remaining nights will still be charged.
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Payments not made within 5 days will incur a $10 late fee, with an additional $10 added every 5 days thereafter.
Holidays 2026
Holiday rates apply on these days
No pick up/drop off on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Christmas Eve after 11am
Limited drop off and pick up times on other days
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Independence Day - Friday July 3rd, Saturday July 4th, Sunday July 5th, Monday, July 6th
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Labor Day - Friday September 4th, Saturday September 5th, Sunday September 6th, Monday September 7th
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Thanksgiving - Thursday November 26th, Friday November 27th, Saturday November 28th, Sunday November 29th
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Christmas - Thursday December 24th, Friday December 25th and Saturday December 26th
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New Year - Thursday December 31st and Friday January 1st