Best Dog Daycare Austin | Howl N Woof Family Story & Team
“We built Howl N Woof on a simple belief: dogs were made for real green grass, open sky, and gentle hands—not warehouse concrete and loud noise.”
When searching for the best dog daycare in Austin, pet parents quickly notice a difference on Menchaca Road. Since 2011, our family-owned campus in 78748 has provided a quiet, outdoor-centered sanctuary where dogs play safely, rest peacefully, and are cared for by people who know them by name.
Local Roots: Founded in 2011 by Amy & Cody
Howl N Woof was created by local Austin pet parents Amy and Cody to offer an alternative to high-volume commercial kennels.
In 2011, they transformed over an acre of natural South Austin land into a dog care facility centered on real grass, natural shade, and structured rotational rest. For over 15 years, Amy and Cody have maintained a boutique care model—capping daily playgroup sizes, enforcing quiet indoor nap times, and reserving overnight stays exclusively for established daycare members.
Meet Our Pack
Every day at Howl N Woof is supervised by caretakers thoroughly trained in canine body language, pack dynamics, and pet First Aid & CPR. Meet our team!
Amanda
14 Years at Howl N Woof
Certified Canine Pet Care Provider by the International Boarding & Pet Services Association
Madison
3 Years at Howl N Woof
Lindy
1.5 Years at Howl N Woof
Certified Canine Pet Care Provider by the International Boarding & Pet Services Association
Rebekah
12 Years at Howl N Woof
She is part of our Management Team
Kelsey
1.5 Years at Howl N Woof
Certified Canine Pet Care Provider by the International Boarding & Pet Services Association
How We Care for Your Dog
Over 1 Acre of Real Green Grass
Artificial turf retains heat and concrete damages joints. We maintain over an acre of natural grass play yards so your dog can run, sniff, and play on soft, cool terrain.
Rotational Rest Protocol
Non-stop group play causes overstimulation, fatigue, and behavioral stress. We alternate outdoor yard play with quiet indoor crate rests so every guest returns home balanced and relaxed.
Small, Personality-Matched Playgroups
Dogs are grouped strictly by size, play style, and temperament. Our Dog Coaches actively supervise every group to encourage healthy, polite social interactions.
100% LIMA & Force-Free Handling
We strictly adhere to Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) handling principles. We use positive reinforcement, redirection, and praise—never physical intimidation or scary corrections.
Ready to Experience the Howl N Woof Difference?
Every new dog starts with a 1-on-1 behavioral evaluation on our Menchaca Road campus to ensure our environment is the perfect fit.