BrightDogs
DogPark
TEXT US at: 815-342-0956
Important news!
First and foremost, thank you for being a valued part of our journey over the past 10 years. Your trust and support have been instrumental in our growth, and we’re deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve you, our community and your dogs.
As part of our commitment to delivering the highest quality care to #Yourslikeours, we want to inform you of a necessary adjustment to our pricing. After careful consideration, we will be implementing a price increase effective Monday, March 24th.
This is only the third time in 10 years that we’ve adjusted our pricing, and it’s a decision we don’t take lightly. The increase reflects the change in how we are working with you and your dog. Our new model allows us to provide a #Betterthandaycare experience for #Yourslikeours
Why is BrightDogs DogPark Different than other Dog Day Care facilities?
Dogs don’t need to “run and gun” for an entire day at dog day care. Some dogs in fact just don’t know when to stop and relax. At the BrightDogs DogPark, dogs will have ample time to play, wind down, go outside and relax in a kennel.
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We offer over 1,700 sq. ft. for your dog to play and relax. We have an outdoor space for sunshine, fresh air, swimming pools in the summer and snow in the winter for those who love it!
A structured schedule will allow for dogs to have time to play and time to relax.
Owned and Operated by The Bright Family, Kyle Bright, ABC-DT, a certified dog trainer and Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Diana Bright, Lulu and Jack Bright. Kyle has worked with puppies and older dogs for basic training and behavior modification. He has worked with shelter dogs to acclimate them to being with people and other dogs. Diana is responsible for business aspects and all events. Lulu and Jack - well they excel at playing with the dogs! They help treat #Yourslikeours.
All of our staff is First Aid and Pet CPR Certified.
BrightDogs will provide a home away from home for your dog. In a family friendly environment, the Bright Family will treat your dog as one of their own. Like us on Facebook to see pictures of your pups throughout their stay!
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An Assessment is required to use any services at BrightDogs. This gives us a chance to meet you and your dog and plan your dogs playtime accordingly.
We take care of #Yourslikeours Always.
About BrightDogs
DOG DAY CARE
Offered for Half day (up to 4 hours) and full day (over 4 hours).
Sorry, No first time guests on Fridays!
Last guest check in is at 1pm (M-F)
Reservations are requested! Please reserve on the Services page. Please check your email for confirmation.
*All dogs are required to complete an assessment prior to their first visit. Please call to schedule: 815-823-9279
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BOARDING
-We offer on site boarding facilities for your dog. A friendly and warm environment. With music playing and aromatherapy, we hope to offer the most "at home" boarding possible. Boarding includes playing in the dog park through the day with structured playtime, breaks and outside time. See the boarding page for more info. *All dogs must be social to board.
Sit. Stay. Play.
TRAINING
-We offer many training classes! From Basic Training & Behavior Modification to Enrichment and Specialty training.
Is your dog a candidate for Canine Good Citizen Certification? Try our Class to find out
See our schedules link for more information.
See buttons at the top for Quick Registration!
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PARKOUR AND MORE
We offer Dog Parkour or Urban Agility along with other enrichment activities for dogs. Watch for new and exciting offerings coming soon!
We recommend that puppies be at least 12 weeks old and must have 3 rounds of puppy shots completed to attend day care.
Rescue dogs who are older than 12 weeks should have been with you for at least 2 weeks post adoption to ensure their health and comfort level with the handler.
We reserve the right to refuse admittance to any dog or person who we feel is not a right fit for the dog park. Safety is our number one priority but please remember that we cannot be responsible for people while they are in the park. We are there to supervise the dogs.
Should an incident occur please see a staff member immediately.
All dogs are required to have Rabies and Distemper(age appropriate) to enter the play areas. They can be emailed to us at brightdogs@hotmail.com or presented at time of check in. *Bordatella and Flu Vaccines are not required but we suggest you speak to your vet regarding these vaccines.
Where are we?
3105 Theodore Street
Joliet, IL 60435
815-823-9279 (text)
815-342-0956 (text)
OUR ADDRESS
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Tuesday - Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Boarding drop off/pick up
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All dogs must be picked up by 11am of the pick up day - later times incur an additional fee.
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Drop off by 3:00pm preferred.
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Saturday drop off available at 8am.
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Sunday Pick up and Drop off should be scheduled when your reservation is made and may incur an additional fee. Saturday and Sunday pick up/drop off are 8-10am and 5-6pm.
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Holiday Hours for boarding pick up or drop off are 8-10am ONLY.
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See Boarding page for more information
Dog Day Care Hours
Please note that we are usually unable to answer the phone while we are at BrightDogs. For urgent issues, feel free to text or use Facebook Messenger.
BrightDogs is a positive reinforcement training environment. There will be days that will solely be for training, enrichment, reactive dog play and confidence building courses (parkour), leash walking and one on one customer consults. Currently, Monday and Wednesday will be set for training.
Kyle Bright is a Dog Behaviorist and has watched dogs and people fail for myriad reasons. Sometimes, maybe often, the issues are fixable with simple remedies. Often, these remedies can be quite slow and time-consuming and understandably, people don’t always have the time or skills. We will slot times between 1 and 8 hours based on need.
I am constantly saying No to working with troubled dogs and desperate owners due to time constraints. I fear that my saying No recently may have cost a dog his home. I’d also like to help people avoid paying thousands of dollars for “boot camps” by offering long term Board and Train.
Mondays will therefore be devoted to behavioral issues, training, socialization, desensitization, confidence building, counter-conditioning, rehab.
If your dog exhibits any of the below behaviors, call us for an evaluation to determine the best path forward for you and your dog for behavioral modification appointment.
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Please help spread the word to struggling dogs or families: Don’t give up. Don’t return your dog.
Give us a call (815-342-0956) and set up a Behavior Evaluation today.
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The following behaviors can be addressed:
Reactivity
Fearfulness
Guarding toys or food
Digging, chewing
Fighting!
Biting!
Pulling
Escaping and running
-if it's not on the list, please ask.
If your dog is over 6 months of age:
An evaluation is required to attend BrightDogs. The cost is $60.00 and is a one hour session that you attend with your dog.
Puppies up to 6 months must have 3 rounds of vaccinations and may attend for a half day for their first visit if you are also looking for behavioral guidance, we can discuss that at your assessment.
Copies of your vaccinations are required at the time of evaluation. Call us to schedule.
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