ETA: I see that someone from the facility has replied, essentially blaming my husband for this mishap. Let me be clear, he never requested the slip leash to be removed. He was never asked to come to the back or made aware there was an issue with his collar until they brought Loki out. The woman removed the slip leash on her own accord. I donāt appreciate the lack of accountability and the accusation that has been made. Please donāt try to push blame onto your customer. Thank you for making it clear we made the right choice to not return to your facility.
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We had been using Dogtopia of Greenwood for daycare for our two Siberian huskies, but after a recent experience, we will not be returning.
On June 30, one of our dogs, Loki, was brought out to my husband without his specialized collar. This collar is necessary because he pulls and can easily slip out of regular ones. Dogtopia was fully aware of this. We had used the same collar for every visit, and not once did anyone tell us it was not allowed. Despite this, the shift lead chose to use a slip leash and removed it before my husband had a chance to secure Loki. In that careless moment, he pushed through the front door and escaped. He ran toward a nearby cemetery, and we were lucky to catch him before something awful happened.
This entire situation was completely avoidable. We have used other daycare providers and have never experienced anything like this. It is clear that Dogtopia of Greenwood does not properly train their staff or follow even basic safety protocols. Unleashing a dog in the lobby near an unsecured exit is simply unacceptable.
We are incredibly grateful that Loki is safe, but that outcome was purely due to luck. It had nothing to do with the attentiveness or competence of the staff. I would strongly encourage other pet owners to consider this experience before entrusting Dogtopia with the care of...
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Before we started daycare here, my pup was shy, anxious, and didnāt have many opportunities to socialize. I was nervous about leaving her anywhere, but from our very first visit, the team made us both feel welcomed and supported. They took the time to learn her personality, ease her in, and give her the love and encouragement she needed.
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The staff is warm, welcoming, and always greets Mia by name. Their genuine care and attention make such a difference. Iāve never had a single issue with the team or the facility. Every visit is a positive experience. Mia comes home tired and happy from her adventures, which has made Dogtopia an essential part of our weekly routine.
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