AWARD-WINNING
Puppy Socialization in Dallas, TX
Socializing your puppy means teaching them to be calm and well-behaved around other animals and people. Proper socialization helps your puppy feel comfortable in new environments and stay confident in unfamiliar situations.
The ideal time to begin socializing your puppy with other puppies and dogs is around 16 weeks of age. By this point, their immune system is more developed and they should have received all of their core vaccinations.
A well-socialized puppy grows into a relaxed, well-mannered, and safer adult dog. When your puppy is comfortable in a wide variety of situations, they’re less likely to respond with fear-based behaviors or aggression. Skipping socialization can increase the risk of challenging or even dangerous situations later on.
To thrive, your puppy needs positive exposure to new sights, sounds, surfaces, and experiences. Gentle interaction with a variety of people, in a safe and controlled setting, is an important part of that process.
Our highly trained staff are experts at helping your puppy build confidence and become well socialized in a safe, structured, and fun environment.
Program Structure & Sessions
Our Puppy Socialization Program is a carefully designed, instructor-led series of sessions that helps puppies build confidence through structured, positive interactions.
- Format:
- Two 70 minute sessions per day
- Group Size:
- Grouped with appropriately sized and temperament dogs for meaningful socialization.
- Schedule:
- Weekly sessions across 4–8 week blocks (rolling admissions available)
- Assessment:
- Each puppy receives a temperament check on their first visit to ensure proper group placement
Intro
Play Skills Development
Controlled Exposure
Graduation
Each phase builds upon the last, helping puppies gain confidence at a comfortable pace.
What Puppies Learn & Experience
Confidence Building
Gradual exposure to new experiences helps reduce fear and build lasting resilience.
Social Play Skills
Puppies learn appropriate play behavior, bite inhibition, and how to read other dogs’ body language cues.
Positive Human Interactions
Puppies interact with different people in a structured setting to build trust and comfort.
Problem Prevention
Early guidance helps prevent common behavior challenges such as resource guarding or overexcitement.
Environmental Exposure
Safe introduction to new sounds, surfaces, objects, and mild distractions.
Why Dog Boarding & Daycare Matters
SOCIAL TIME
HEALTHY ROUTINE
SAFE ENVIRONMENT
MENTAL STIMULATION
Benefits for Puppy & Owner
Better Behavior & Confidence
Guidance & Peace of Mind
Lifelong Positive Habits
MEET & GREET
Your Pup's First Day at Underdog Kennels
The 7 Steps Of Meet & Greet:
- Drop-Off & Check-In
- 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
- Temperament Test
- One-on-one interaction with a new friend.
- Group Formation
- Divided by size, age, play style, and personality.
- Morning Playgroup
- Fun & social time with the pack.
- Naptime & Enrichment
- Rest and brain games in a cozy room.
- Afternoon Playgroup
- More playtime in the afternoon.
- Report Card Pickup
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
How to Get Started
Create Your Profile
Book a Trial Day
Schedule your puppy’s first
socialization experience.
Drop Off & Relax
Our trained staff will guide your
puppy through safe, structured activities.
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Elevating the Standard of Canine Care
We provide premier daycare, boarding, and grooming services with a clear purpose. As the home of Dog Daycare 2.0 in Dallas, TX, our program emphasizes structured enrichment, supervised play, and proper rest cycles to support balanced behavior and overall well-being..
DOG DAYCARE & BOARDING PRICING
Dog Daycare
w/ Private Room for Nap times
As low as $29 per visit*
PER VISIT PRICING
1 dog
$38
2 dogs
$72
3 dogs
$90
FREQUENT PLAYER DISCOUNT
10 Pack$35 per visit$350 (save $30)
20 Pack$33 per visit$660 (save $100)
30 Pack$29 per visit*$870 (save $270)
Our Frequent Player Discounts are like Forever Stamps – there is no time limit to use them; they NEVER expire. This is a huge advantage at Underdog Kennels, compared to most other dog daycare facilities.
All Daycare Guests go out 3 times each day for bathroom breaks.
Any guest requiring VIP DAYCARE will be charged an additional $4 per day
Overnight Dog Boarding
The Suite Life at Underdog Kennels
VIP Suite Available*
STANDARD ROOM
1 dog
2 dogs
$115 / Night
VIP (VERY IMPORTANT PUP) SUITE
1 dog
$95 / Night
2 dogs
$155 / Night
3 dogs
$220 / Night
All Overnight Boarding Guests go out 4 times each day for bathroom breaks. Complimentary Daycare is included with all Overnight Boarding stays. Our Overnight Boarding guests receive Daycare 7 days per week.
For anyone checking out Monday thru Friday, you are welcome to stay past the standard 11:00 AM Checkout Time, but will be charged $18 for a Late Checkout – Extra Playtime Fee, and can stay until 7:00 PM.
Any guest requiring VIP DAYCARE will be charged an additional $4 per day
ADDITIONAL SERVICES PRICING
Dog Grooming
Bath (based on dog size)
$30 & Up
Extra Brush-out & De-matting
$17
Nail Trim
$17
Ear Cleaning
$14
Teeth Brushing
$17
Room Service Menu
Grass-fed Ribeye Steak
$12
Atlantic Salmon Fillet
$10
Boneless Chicken Breast
$9
Frosty Paws Doggy Ice Cream
$4
Private Playtimes
For guests who want some extra play or who prefer to play only with humans, we offer Private Playtimes. Fetch, tug, chase, massage/tummy rubs, story time – You name it. Whatever your dog prefers, we’re happy to provide it – just let us know their favorite activities.
Available in increments of 15 minutes for $18 – this price includes all siblings from the same family
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is puppy socialization?
It is teaching your puppy to be well-behaved and comfortable around other dogs and people. A socialized puppy stays confident in new places and new situations instead of getting scared or reactive.
2. When should I start socializing my puppy?
The best time to start around other puppies and dogs is at 16 weeks of age. By then their immune system has developed enough and they should have had all their immunizations.
3. Why does socialization matter so much?
A well-socialized puppy grows into a calmer, safer, better-behaved dog. When a dog is comfortable in lots of different situations, they are far less likely to react with aggression out of fear. Skipping it can lead to dangerous behavior down the road.
4. What will my puppy be exposed to in the program?
New sights, sounds, and textures, plus a variety of people playing with them in a controlled setting. The mix of experiences is what builds that confidence.
5. Is the socialization supervised?
Always. Our highly trained staff are experts at guiding new puppies through socialization in a safe and fun environment.
6. Do I need a Meet & Greet first?
Yes. A free Meet & Greet is required before getting started so we can meet your puppy and set them up for success.
7. Is my puppy too young or too old to start?
16 weeks is the sweet spot to begin once vaccinations are complete, but it is never too late to work on socialization. The earlier you build those positive experiences, the easier it tends to be.
8. Where do you offer puppy socialization?
Here in Dallas, plus the surrounding areas including Uptown, Fort Worth, and Irving.