Family safety6 min read
Daycare trial day pet information checklist
A daycare trial day is the audition for both your dog and the facility. The pet info you bring helps staff observe well and the dog start safely.
The Driyu team
Pet safety editorial
Quick answer: Bring: vaccine records (DHPP, rabies, Bordetella, often flu), microchip number, behavior brief (energy level, dog-social history, food triggers, separation reaction), preferred treats (or none), water bowl labeled, leash and harness, owner phone reachable.
Trial day checklist
- Vaccines current per facility requirements
- Microchip number
- Behavior brief (energy, dog-social, food triggers, separation, recent ER if any)
- Treats (if facility allows; or none)
- Water bowl labeled
- Leash and harness
- Owner phone reachable throughout
- Pickup time confirmed
- Authorization for emergency vet care (some facilities require)
What staff is observing
Energy in the play yard. Social behavior with other dogs. Response to handlers. Comfort with rest. Body language across the day. The trial usually informs whether daycare is a fit.
How Driyu fits
Driyu profile carries the durable info. Staff sees vaccines summary, microchip, behavior brief in one record.
Related reads from Driyu
- Is your dog ready for daycare? A readiness checklist
- Groomer/daycare/boarding intake checklist
- Boarding facility pre-arrival checklist
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
How long is a trial day?
Often a half-day. Some facilities offer a full-day trial. Confirm.
Will I get a report?
Most facilities provide a verbal or written observation report. Ask for it.
What if my dog doesn’t pass?
Information, not failure. Daycare may not fit; structured walks or in-home care often do.
Can I observe?
Some facilities have viewing windows; some don’t. Ask in advance.
