Happy Paws Pet Camp - Temperament Test | Happy Paws Pet Camp

Each Temperament Test has two phases designed to evaluate key areas of your dog’s behavior and personality:

Phase 1: Social Skills

We begin with a few questions about your dog’s background and how they respond in different situations.
While we talk, our top handler observes your pup’s body language and confidence level — determining whether the test will continue on or off leash.

We then introduce a few of our trained “camp dogs,” one at a time, to observe your dog’s comfort and social behavior gently.

Phase 2: Separation Confidence

Next, we assess how your dog handles short periods of separation from people and other dogs.
This helps us ensure every camper feels secure and relaxed — even when mom or dad isn’t nearby.

💡 If your pup needs more time or confidence-building, don’t worry!
 We offer gradual introductions and supportive options before full camp participation.

The Temperament Test gives us a clear picture of your dog’s:

• Social comfort level and play style
• Confidence when meeting new dogs and people
• Suitability for group play and cage-free care

It’s not about “passing” or “failing” — it’s about finding the right environment where your dog can thrive.
Some dogs simply do better with smaller groups or quieter routines, and that’s okay!

• By Appointment Only: Offered Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
• Drop-Off: At your scheduled time
• Test Duration: About 2 hours (pick-up two hours after drop-off)
• Cost: $35.00, due at booking
  • Nonrefundable unless cancelled 24 hours in advance

📲 How to Schedule:
Download our App!  
Scan the QR code below or search "Happy Paws Pet Camp" in the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Before testing, we must receive a written copy of your dog’s vaccination records with dates given (not just due dates).
 Required vaccines include:

• Rabies
• Distemper
• Parvo
• Bordetella (Kennel Cough)

• If your dog passes, they can begin Day Camp within 7 days.
• All new campers must complete a 5–7-day daycare evaluation period before they’re cleared for boarding.
• First-time boarding stays are limited to 2 nights and cannot include major holidays.

To maintain boarding eligibility, campers must attend three (3) full days or four (4) half days of daycare per month.
This keeps everyone familiar with the pack routine and reduces stress when boarding later on.

Dogs that haven’t attended within the last 4 months must be retested before returning.

• The Camp Membership Fee is $50 per dog, collected once your pup joins daycare.
  
  
• We cannot currently accept Pit Bull Terriers, American Bulldogs, Staffordshire Terriers, Chows, or mixes of these breeds.
  
  
• Pack Referral:  We love caring for your pups, and we'd love to meet their friends, too!  
  Tell your friends about Happy Paws Pet Camp. After their first visit, you'll receive a FREE DAY of daycare.

To create a safe, happy, and confident pack where every camper feels right at home.

Make your initial daycare reservation using the app you downloaded.  Or you can make a reservation right here on our website by tapping the button below.