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How It Works
Health First, Tails Second

Before the fun begins, we take one important step: make sure every pup is healthy, safe, and cleared to play. It's part of what makes the Playground feel different—more calm, more trust, more care.

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STEP 1 -  Create Your Profiles

Set up your Pet Parent account and add your pup(s). Simply create your free account, here by clicking any of the buttons on this page and once you're in!

STEP 2 – Upload Required Vaccines

We require proof of up-to-date vaccinations to keep all tails wagging and noses happy. When every dog is cleared, everyone can relax—no guessing, no stressing.

Required for approval:

  • 1️⃣ Rabies (1, 2, or 3 year)

  • 2️⃣ Bordetella (annually)

  • 3️⃣ Distemper/Parvo (1, 2, or 3 year)

  • 4️⃣ Negative fecal test (done annually)

 

Optional: Lepto & Canine Influenza

You can:
📎  Upload your records directly in the booking system.

📩 OR email them to us.​

NOTEPlease be advised that if you have already scheduled a Meet-N-Sniff session but have not yet uploaded the required proof of vaccinations, your appointment will be canceled. This measure ensures you can reschedule once all necessary documentation is available. Effective Feb 15, we will be implementing this change. You will be able to reschedule once all documentation showing all 3 vaccinations and the fecal results. 

 

Please 📲 monitor your mobile device for text messages from us. Attendance at the Meet-N-Sniff is only permitted upon receipt of the official text confirmation indicating that your dog's records have been cleared.

✅ Add our SMS TEXT ONLY number to your contacts: 952-395-5012

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Step 3 - Profile Review

(This step may take 1-2 business days)

Our team will manually review your profile and vaccine records, then get the dates verified by your vet clinic.


This ensures a safe, balanced environment for every dog.

📲 Check your phone—we’ll text you when you’re approved and what next steps are!

✅ Add our SMS TEXT ONLY number to your contacts: 952-395-5012

NOTE: If you have already scheduled a Meet-N-Sniff session but have not yet uploaded the required proof of vaccinations, your appointment will be automatically canceled. This measure ensures you can reschedule once all necessary documentation is available.

 

📲 Please monitor your mobile device for text messages from us. Attendance at the Meet-N-Sniff is permitted only upon receipt of an official text confirmation indicating that your dog's records have been cleared.


🐾 Support hours may vary. We are a small business with limited administrative capacity. As we do not have dedicated staff to monitor correspondence throughout the day, there may be a delay in our response. We have received your request and ask for your patience as we process it.

Step 4 - Schedule & Attend the Meet-N-Sniff

Once your pup is vaccination-cleared, you’ll be able to schedule a free 30-minute Meet-N-Sniff—to sniff, play, and see if the vibe is right.

 

“Let’s get to know each other.”

 

During this free visit:

  • 👀 You’ll see the space.

  • 🤝 We’ll meet and evaluate your pup.

  • 🐾 They’ll meet a few future furry friends.

  • ❓Ask questions or gain clarification on "How It Works" Tour Tutorial Videos.

  • 🤔 And together, we’ll decide if this is the right fit.

You’ll learn how to use the app (Kisi-Key access), check dog body language, and know how to enter the space.

✅ ✅ Add our SMS TEXT ONLY number to your contacts: 952-395-5012 ✅ ✅ 

🚨🚨 NOTE 🚨🚨

We're excited to meet you and your dog(s) for the Meet-N-Sniff! To ensure a smooth experience, please make every effort to attend your scheduled appointment. If you find yourself unable to make it, please let us know as soon as possible via email or text. We dedicate this specific time slot to you and your dog(s).

 

🚨🚨 NOTE 🚨🚨

Your KISI-Key door instructions were emailed; check the spam folder, too. Your door access will start 15-minutes prior to the time you selected. You must be within 3 feet of the door in order for access to work.

 

🚨🚨 NOTE 🚨🚨

PRIOR to your scheduled Meet-N-Sniff, we ask that you view our YouTube Channel and watch the "How It Works" Tutorial Videos. We will be focused on the evaluating your dog’s behavior, assessing you dog’s basic understanding of commands, and answering any questions the you may have after reviewing the video resources.

 

YouTube Channel Link to the "How It Works" Tutorial Videos

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🚨🚨 NOTE 🚨🚨

We do not conduct any on-site tours outside of this step. Only Members and vax-vetted cleared dogs are allowed inside The Playground. If you want to see the inside of the facility, navigate to the "Cameras & Photo" tab on this website.

🚨🚨 NOTE 🚨🚨

If you have already scheduled a Meet-N-Sniff session but have not yet uploaded the required proof of vaccinations, your appointment will be automatically canceled. This measure ensures you can reschedule once all necessary documentation is available.

 

📲 Please monitor your mobile device for text messages from us. Attendance at the Meet-N-Sniff is permitted only upon receipt of an official text confirmation indicating that your dog's records have been cleared.

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Step 5 - 🔑 Kisi-Key & Purchases

After you've scheduled your Meet-N-Sniff, you’ll receive an email with a link to download KISI, our secure door access app. You must download the app PRIOR to your scheduled Meet-N-Sniff.

This app becomes your digital key—unlocking The Playground 24/7, anytime your pup needs to play, stretch, or reset. Make sure to keep the app on your phone since this is the only way to enter the building whether on a 24-Hour Playground Pass, Canine Camp/Daycare, Training, Events, or Memberships.

Because dog parenting doesn’t follow a 9-to-5 schedule... and now, neither do we.

🚨🚨 NOTE 🚨🚨

Watch your email for the KISI-Key door instructions.  ☑️ the spam folder, too. Your access will start 15-minutes prior at the time and date you selected. You must be within 3 feet of the door in order for access to work.

💵 💵 AFTER PASSING THE MEET-N-SNIFF 💵 💵

Only after you have passed the evaluation are you able  purchase for a 24-Hour Playground Pass, Traditional Daycare, and/or Monthly/Annual Memberships. You will get 3 texts from us detailing the steps on how make each purchase.

✅✅✅ Add our SMS TEXT ONLY number to your contacts: 952-395-5012 ✅ ✅ ✅

How Long Does It Take?

🛠 Tools You'll Use

This Website – To stay up-to-date on events, retail, notices, changes, etc.

 

Goose (the booking software) – Where you set up your profile, account, and manage your dog’s info.


KISI – The app you’ll use to unlock the door once approved. Check your email (and spam folder) for instructions, where and how to download.

📱 Setup support available via email

✅✅ ✅ Add our SMS TEXT ONLY number to your contacts: 952-395-5012 ✅ ✅ ✅

YouTube "How It Works" Tutorial Videos

​There are dozens of videos that explains how The Playground works. You can view these videos at your leisure, they may answer questions you may have, and expand your knowledge base. 

🧩 ONGOING THINGS TO KNOW

Vaccine records must stay current.

 

We'll let you know if anything is missing.

 

You can update your website profile info, purchase Event Tickets and Retail Items, and stay up-to-date all things Anytime Puppy Playground.

You can join The Pack Lounge, this website's private group. We post upcoming events, announcements, updates, and informational graphics.

Need to cancel your membership? Click here to access our cancellation form.

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