Welcome to
The Doggie Bus!

PICK UP - PLAY - DROP OFF
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About Us
At The Doggie Bus, we understand that your dog is part of the family, and we treat them as such. Our experienced and loving crew are dedicated to providing top-quality care and exercise for your beloved pet. 

Your dog will be picked up at your front door and taken aboard the bus to private fully fenced land close by where he or she gets to run, play, sniff, walk, wag, bark (and some even wiggle!) with other furry friends. When all tired out, we load everyone back onto the bus and drop back off to you!

Click on the Facebook and Instagram links below to see videos of our doggies on the bus and play times!
Ride n'Play $38
Additional Doggie $30 (at same house)
Packages available for weekly riders!
Cash payment prior to/or upon pick up

Services

GROUP PLAY (dogs of all sizes)

1-2 hours of off-leash fun within a fully fenced area and attached barn for inclement weather! Monday, Wednesday, Friday (service areas are Bowmanville, Courtice and East Oshawa). Thursday (service areas are Oshawa to Whitby.)

Little Doggie Play

Don't want your little doggie to play with bigger dogs? We have you covered...a play day for the little ones! (25lb maximum) 1-2 hours of off-leash fun within a fully fenced area and attached barn for inclement weather! Tuesdays (service areas are Bowmanville, Courtice and East Oshawa).

Rest assured with us

Registered Veterinary Technician on staff

As a member of the Ontario Veterinary Technician Association, our RVT has to take yearly continuing education to keep updated on the most proven and science based medicine and behaviour. We aren't just dog lovers, we have the background that distinguishes us from other pet care.

Fully insured

We have business liability as well as commercial insurance for the bus.

Fear Free Certified

We use the trusted fear free methods to prevent any fear, anxiety and stress that can accompany dogs adjusting to new environments, smells, people and other dogs. This means putting your doggie's well being before anything. We are always transparent and honest and communicate how well your doggie does with us. We want the doggies to feel safe, happy and stress free!

F.A.Q

Yes.  Dogs older than one year must be spayed or neutered.  This is for the safety of all dogs.  Not only do we not want unwanted puppies, we don't want dog fights.  
We take them to our own private land in Hampton. Your doggies will only play with our dogs, that have been screened (as yours will be).  The dogs will always be within a secured area.  Within the enclosed are there is also a barn.  Doggies have indoor/outdoor access!
Yes.  It is necessary that all dogs are up to date on vaccines as well as Bordetella (for kennel cough) and have seen their Veterinarian within the past year.  Proof of vaccination required before booking.
Ride n'Plays are scheduled Monday to Friday.  Depending on where you live, pick up times will vary.  Morning pick ups will be between 8am and 10:30am and doggies are dropped back off between 1:00pm and 3:30pm. 

Beginning June 1st, 2025, morning pick ups will be between 7:00am and 9:00am and doggies are dropped back off between 11:00am and 1:30pm.

We send out the route and times for pick up via text the evening before.


Unfortunately, you cannot ride with your doggie.  We promise to take care of your doggies as if they were our own!
Our land has a big barn that will be used in the winter months as well as on rainy days.  The extra large barn doors will be open to in and out play.

We do recommend sweaters and coats for winter and rain coats for rainy days.  (Please note that items of clothing will get dirty and could in a rare occasion, become damaged)

If the road conditions are not good during a snowstorm or freezing rain, we will cancel.  The safety of our staff and the doggies is always our primary concern.
It is completely normal that doggie parents worry about their fur babies! Some doggies are nervous their first time on the bus, but once they get to play, they relax and enjoy themselves.  In rare cases, we have had dogs afraid to leave their parents and get on the bus.  Those same doggies now run excitedly to the bus!

We recognize, however, that some doggies may not enjoy themselves. Although this is rare, it can happen.  We never want doggies to come if they don't relax after one or 2 ride n'plays.  We always communicate honestly and openly to owners about how their doggie is doing.  If your dog is clearly not having fun or is overly fearful, we will tell owners that we don't think this is a fit for them.

Testimonials

 Before the doggie bus Nismo did not play with many dogs but now he can’t wait to get on the bus. When I say it’s time to go on the bus he gets so excited and I know while he is gone he is in great hands. The ladies that run the bus are so caring and I know Nismo is very well taken care of while he is away. Thank you for offering such a wonderful service for our fur babies. 

Candy W: Verified Client

 My dog Bo loves going to the farm. Great exercise for the pups. These ladies are so kind and very professional. Highly recommend. Your dog will love it. 

Heather T: Verified Client

 The gals running the doggie bus will ensure your doggie gets the love they deserve while in their care. It was obvious from the moment we did the meet and greet. My boy always comes home so tired and happy after spending the day with the doggie bus crew. I forgot to confirm my guys pick up one morning and they were certain to make it right and add him to the roster anyway! Would 10/10 recommend to anyone wanting or needing some extra playtime for your doggie companion! 

Emily G: Verified Client

 Well trained/experienced dog professionals! Super friendly and caring individuals who take such great care of our dogs. We are lucky to have them in Durham! My dog loves her playdates with all the other pups, thanks! 

Maureen W: Verified Client

 My dog loves the bus!! Gets so excited !! The girls are amazing. What a great and fun way to spend the day !! 

Rachel S: Verified Client

 Our dog LOVES the doggie bus! All of the ladies who run it are absolutely fantastic - and we know our dog is in great hands. 

Murielle R: Verified Client

 We have always experienced great communication, the staff promptly provide updates as needed and our dogs tail has been wagging since his initial meet and greet with the staff. It is evident that the staff really care for the animals and are very experienced. My dog is always excited to go with the team on his next adventure. The staff do an excellent job at accommodating your animals needs and my dog always comes back tuckered out. The doggie bus is a fantastic resource that has helped us out and kept our dog happy, active and well socialized. 

Troy P: Verified Client

 Eddie just had his third play date on The Doggie Bus and he’s so happy and tired from playing with his new friends! Such a wonderful thing! Highly recommend. 

Debbie C: Verified client

 I’ve had my dog, Basil, on the doggy bus weekly for almost a year and it’s consistently been his favourite day of the week! We had started with a meet and greet as he usually has some reactivity due to being overly excited, and after meeting with the owners, we knew he would be in good hands. He went from needing some encouragement to get on the bus at pick up and leave mom behind, to waiting by the window, excitedly barking when he sees the bus pull up, and walking himself down the driveway to get on! We’re so happy we found the doggy bus and have been able to have Basil socialize, play, and get his energy out, in a safe environment in caring and loving hands. We can’t recommend this service more and look forward to having Basil on weekly! 

Amelia B: Verified Client

 I was excited, although very anxious to send my two pups off to daycare for the first time today. They understood, and updated me on how my "kids" were doing. It is obvious that these ladies care for their clients, both fur and human. Now my pups are home, happily sleeping after a wonderful day with new friends, and I am booking more dates to use this service. I have already recommended your company to so many in the few hours my dogs have been home, and I will continue to do so, because it is obvious that you're amazing at what you do. I and my pups hope to see that little green bus outside our house for pick up for many years to come. 

Rae R: Verified Client
  

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REQUIRMENTS

Diploma in Animal Care or Veterinary Technician from a recognized college.
Minimum 1 year work experience in animal care.
Understanding of dog behaviour.
Deep love for dogs.
Excellent command of the english language; speaking, reading and writing
Minimum 5 years proven driving experience with a clean driver's abstract.  
Exceptional customer service skills.
Ability to communicate with clients
Competence with videos and social media

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  • Oshawa, ON, Canada

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