Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Dog Boarding & Daycare in Lorton, VA
Since 2010, The Backyard Pack has provided premium dog boarding and daycare services in Lorton, VA. Our facility prioritizes safety, socialization, and comfort, offering 24/7 staff supervision, structured play areas, and personalized care. We maintain a breed-diverse environment to ensure balanced interactions while adhering to strict health and behavior standards. Our team of trained professionals focuses on creating a home-like atmosphere with amenities like Kuranda beds, scheduled potty walks, and monitored nap times.Recognized as Best of Lorton multiple times, we emphasize transparency through clear policies, no hidden fees, and open communication with pet owners. Membership requirements ensure quality control, requiring assessments for daycare and boarding access. We offer flexible prepaid passes and maintain rigorous cleanliness and safety protocols to protect all pack members.
Services
Boarding
Daycare
Pre-Paid Passes
Assessment
Membership
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We maintain 24/7 staff supervision with trained professionals on-site.
- Our breed-inclusive approach promotes diverse socialization opportunities.
- Structured play areas and nap schedules ensure balanced activity.
- Recognized as Best of Lorton for multiple consecutive years.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or membership costs.
What people say
Best doggie daycare
Staff cares
Gained confidence
Well mannered
Loves Brian and Laurie
Services
Boarding
Our boarding service provides overnight accommodations with 4 daily potty walks, two meals, and 12 hours of weekday daycare. Dogs sleep in individual spaces within open rooms that maintain visual contact with staff and other dogs. Specialized care includes medication administration for non-contagious conditions and temperature-controlled environments with low lighting for comfort.
Daycare
Structured weekday daycare includes supervised play in designated areas, scheduled naps, and potty walks. Kuranda beds provide resting spaces while staff monitors interactions to ensure safety. No personal items allowed to maintain cleanliness. Services exclude feeding but include continuous socialization opportunities for dogs with active play styles.
Pre-Paid Passes
Flexible prepaid units offer discounted rates for frequent users. Packages range from 10 to 30 units with tiered pricing for single or multi-dog households. Units apply equally to daycare and boarding services. Passes never expire but cannot be purchased after service commencement or transferred between clients.
Membership
Mandatory assessment process evaluates dog behavior for daycare and boarding eligibility. Membership tiers determine scheduling flexibility with no additional fees. Regular participation required to maintain status. Assessment days limited to one family per day with advance booking recommended.
Assessment
Behavioral evaluation determines suitability for pack environment. Process includes monitoring interactions with different breeds and play styles. Required for all new members before daycare or boarding access. Helps maintain balanced socialization and safety standards across all services.
Questions
What breeds do you accept for boarding/daycare?
We currently cannot accept American Bulldogs, American Staffordshires, Pit Bulls, Belgian Malinois, German Shepherds, or Staffordshire Pit Bulls due to breed-specific policies.
Do you offer medical care for dogs?
We administer non-contagious condition medications but don't provide post-surgery, injury, or hospice care. Veterinary documentation required for special needs.
How do I schedule services?
Boarding requires reservations through our online form or email. Daycare access depends on membership level with varying scheduling requirements.
What are your holiday hours?
Daycare closes on major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Boarding drop-off/pickup available during limited weekend hours on holidays.
Can I visit the facility?
Staff conducts assessments during scheduled visits. General tours aren't offered, but owners can observe during drop-off/pickup times within specified hours.
What items should I bring for boarding?
Provide food in resealable bags and durable items like beds or blankets. Avoid easily destroyed objects. We supply Kuranda beds if needed.
Reviews (7)
Mindy Logar
May 19, 2021
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UPDATING Review: I felt that I needed to update my review after experiencing other doggy daycare options. I started bringing my dog here when he was a pup and he loved the smaller groups. I also was happy and comfortable knowing exactly who would be around my dog all day and knowing that they were being watched 100% of the time. I also boarded my dog with The Backyard Pack and was confident that he was being well cared for. Last year, before the pandemic hit, I added another dog to the family. She is a lot more strong willed then my older pup but she did very well at doggy daycare. Both dogs would
Aditi Harish
Mar 17, 2021
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Took my dog there in Nov/Dec to check out both the day care and their boarding facility. I wanted to see the place but they said since they were renovating, I could not go back there. I asked if I could see it once done and the lady said yes. I thought that was reasonable. I left my dog there for the day evaluation. When I went to pick him up, I mentioned again how I would like to see the place and also have my dog spend one night just to acclimate. She said she would call me to set that up and seemed to be in a hurry to get me out of there. Zero communication since then.My husband called a few
Abby Moyer
Mar 15, 2021
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The Backyard Pack is an extension of home for my two boys (9 year old Schnauzer mix and 2 1/2 year old American bully). One has been a member of the Backyard Pack (BYP) for 5+ years and my other has been a member since the day I brought him home 2 years ago. Both boys love being a member of the pack, but, my 2 year old bully boy Bo LOVES it there. He was abandoned as a 4 week old pup and was not the most trusting or confident boy. Bo knew when he went to the Backyard Pack he was safe and loved. He immediately fell in love with the place, the owners, the pack! He learned how to be a member of a
Audrey Albritton
Oct 05, 2017
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We started taking our American Staffy mix to the Backyard Pack because it was conveniently located just a few miles from work (and due to co-worker recommendations!). We have both moved on to new jobs, in the complete opposite direction of Backyard Pack, but still take our dog once every week or two. The staff is amazing, our dog comes home nice and tired, and we never have to worry about him while he's there. If we were closer, he'd go much more often. An extra perk is that Laurie (owner) is also a photographer so she can schedule Christmas, Valentines, engagement pictures while your dog is at
Jessalyn Lord
Jul 23, 2017
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Affordable and convenient doggy daycare- my dog attends 1-2x week and they still notice when he is more active than usual or got a new collar. They have discounted services when I have foster dogs, and they post videos of the dogs playing. Dogs come home tired and happy, so it's a good value for the owner's sanity. Once your dog is an approved member, you can drop them off any day of the work week without notice, which is great for flexible schedules. Highly recommend.
Heather Hamilton
Jun 12, 2017
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We have been boarding our dog at the Backyard Pack for about a year and have been very happy! Our sweet dog has traditionally not enjoyed daycare or boarding, but has no problem walking right in to play here! The dogs get individual walks, which is perfect for dogs who need a bit of reprieve from the chaos of daycare, and Laurie also has lots of advice, especially about nutrition.
Erika Howells
Sep 04, 2016
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LOVE LOVE LOVE The Backyard Pack! My Lab Blitz has been going to doggy daycare there for the past year. I couldn't be happier because he socializes with other dogs and is able to burn his energy during the day. Operating hours are perfect for me to drop off before work and pick up after. Laurie and Brian are wonderful with all the dogs and very experienced. Laurie is always giving advice with my pup! Highly recommend!!!!
