Welcome to Dog Daze Inn
Dog Training, Boarding, Grooming, and Enrichment in Des Moines, Iowa
Call today for a FREE Sniff Assessment!
🐾 Unlock Your Dog's Full Potential with One-of-a-Kind Care !
Where Happy Dogs Begin Training and Boarding in Des Moines, Iowa!
At Dog Daze Inn, your dog is more than a guest — they're part of our family. We combine personalized care, real-life training, structured enrichment, and plenty of love to help dogs feel safe, build confidence, and thrive.
From puppies learning the basics to dogs who need extra support with reactivity, separation anxiety, or other behavioral needs, we're here to help every dog become the best version of themselves.
Let's Find the Right Fit for Your Dog
Start with a free Sniff Assessment for training, or
contact us to discuss boarding, grooming, and our
Elevated Dog Development Program.
515-631-2892
We prioritize minimal kennel time and maximum comfort, offering pack walks through the neighborhood, supervised backyard play, couch snuggles, and personalized attention. We support training goals you're working on and provide enrichment activities designed to keep your dog engaged, fulfilled, and successful.
Our focus is simple: low stress, high comfort, and a whole lot of fun.
Give us a call today—we can’t wait to meet you and your dog!
🐾 Pet Photography with Dakota, Portraits as Playful as your Pup! 🐾
Dogs don’t sit still, and the best photos never happen when they do. Dakota, our in-house Dogographer, knows how to catch the wiggles, the zoomies, and that one perfect head tilt.
Mini Sessions (30 minutes)
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One outdoor location of your choice
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Three professionally edited images
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Additional pets are just +$35 each
Make it yours with add-ons:
Extra photos, outfit changes, multiple locations, and seasonal or holiday themes.
Three easy ways to book:
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Add a session to a visit. Already coming in for grooming, boarding, or our Elevated Dog Development Program? Get a portrait done while your dog is here.
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Stop by just for photos. Come in for a shoot, no other service required.
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We come to you. Dakota can shoot at a location of your choice around the Des Moines metro area, or right at your home.
Call us today—we can’t wait to hear from you!
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About Us
🐾 Our Story
At Dog Daze Inn, we didn’t set out to build just another pet care business—we set out to create a haven. After years of experience in the industry, we knew we wanted something different. Something better. While many corporate settings rely on rigid timelines and extended kennel hours, we believe dogs deserve more: more freedom, more connection, and more joy.
That’s why we’ve built a space where tails wag freely and every moment counts. Our approach is rooted in compassion, expertise, and a deep understanding of canine behavior. We offer more time outside the kennel, more time with our team, and more time socializing with other dogs—because we know that’s where the magic happens.
At Dog Daze Inn, we’re more than a business—we’re a community. A place where dogs thrive, humans find peace of mind, and every visit feels like coming home.
Our Training approach 🐾
Our passionate team is dedicated to helping dogs thrive through Our training programs focus on solid foundation and healthy relationship with your dog, and then we create a personalized plan to ensure each dog reaches their full potential. We don't follow just one training philosophy, because no one way fits all dogs; different breeds and different personalities have different needs, therefore we're flexible and don't just do one thing.
Our skilled trainers tailor each session to meet your dog’s unique needs and behavior challenges. Best of all, we bring the training to you—right in your home—to get straight to the issue and maximize effectiveness. Every lesson we will work with the dog, then work with you to be sure you understand and are on the right track; then we will leave you with a printed lesson plan as well. So, no need to take notes, or memorize everything we say in one lesson. You will always be left with the tools for success!
Our trainers are also available for questions between lessons. The goal is to get you training your own dog, so that we aren't needed forever. Let us help you unlock your dog’s full potential and strengthen your bond for life.
Contact Us Today!
Free Sniff Assessment! (515) 631-2892
For inquiries about our training program or to schedule a consultation, feel free to reach out to us. We are here to answer your questions and help you embark on a rewarding training journey with your canine companion.