FAQs
Welcome to the Fetching Forever FAQ — Vancouver's most-asked questions about dog daycare and dog grooming, answered. Our studio is located at 3080 Cambie Street in Cambie Village (near King Edward Canada Line station). Call or text us at 604-977-3647 or email shop@fetchingforever.com.
🐾DogDaycare
Common Questions
What is the best dog daycare in Vancouver? Fetching Forever at 3080 Cambie Street is one of Vancouver's top-rated dog daycares. We run a multi-walk model — dogs go on group sniff walks through the neighbourhood throughout the day rather than spending the day in a pen. Group sizes are capped, a free two-hour trial is included for new clients, and grooming can often be added to your dog's daycare day.
Does Fetching Forever offer a free trial for daycare? Yes — we offer a complimentary two-hour assessment day for new daycare clients. Book here or call/text (604) 977-3647.
How much does dog daycare cost in Vancouver? At Fetching Forever, full day daycare (8+ hours, three walks) is $46 and half day (up to 5 hours, one walk) is $34. Multi-visit packs are available at a discount. Dog daycare in Vancouver generally ranges from $35–$65 per day depending on the facility.
What is a sniff walk for dogs? A sniff walk is an unhurried, dog-led walk where your dog is encouraged to stop, explore, and smell at their own pace. Sniffing is how dogs decompress mentally — 20 minutes of purposeful sniffing can be as tiring as a much longer physical walk. Sniff walks are a core part of every day at Fetching Forever.
What should I look for in a Vancouver dog daycare? Look for: whether dogs are actually walked (not just supervised in a pen), staff-to-dog ratio, capped group sizes, a temperament assessment before joining, and transparency about the daily structure. Daycares that include structured sniff walks provide meaningfully more mental stimulation than indoor-only supervision.
Do you take dogs from Mount Pleasant, Kitsilano, and Yaletown? Yes — our Cambie Village location at Cambie & 15th is centrally located for all of East Van, Olympic Village, Yaletown, and the West Side. It's a perfect mid-point for your morning commute.
What do I need to do to get my dog into daycare? Book a 2-hour trial. We will then contact you with an email detailing our services. You'll provide proof of vaccination and answer a few questions before the trial. After a successful trial, you can book Full or Half days online as needed.
What makes Fetching Forever the best dog daycare in Vancouver? We are selective with our staff and our doggy clients. With 3–4 attendants in our daycare daily, we provide a high staff-to-dog ratio and real oversight — staying ahead of any doggy disagreements and keeping the pack happy, healthy and harmonious. Many of our clients use our Daycare and Grooming services and shop our treats and food too.
Book a free trial today.
✂️ Dog Grooming
Common Questions
What is the best dog grooming salon in Vancouver? Fetching Forever at 3080 Cambie Street specialises in Japanese Master Grooming and Asian Fusion — competition-level styles requiring years of specialist training. All grooms are one-on-one with no cage drying, and our team includes a Mastergroom Canada 2025 award placer.
What is Japanese dog grooming? Japanese grooming is a precision scissor technique that prioritises breed-specific silhouettes, soft rounded shapes, and an immaculate hand-finished coat. It is considered the highest tier of professional grooming craft. Fetching Forever's Kaori has been classically trained in Japan with 13+ years of experience.
What is Asian Fusion dog grooming? Asian Fusion blends traditional Asian scissor techniques with contemporary breed-specific shaping — soft rounded faces, fluffy voluminous coats, and highly detailed hand-scissored finishes. Our groomer Alina placed at Mastergroom Canada 2025.
What's included in a full groom at Fetching Forever? Every full groom — Japanese Master Groom or Asian Fusion Groom — includes a bath, haircut and styling, nail trim, and ear cleaning. Our Bath & Tidy service also includes a nail trim. Optional add-ons include toothbrushing, Nagayu CO2 spa treatment, and anal gland expression.
How much does dog grooming cost in Vancouver? At Fetching Forever, the Asian Fusion Groom starts from $90 and the Japanese Master Groom from $95. Nail trims and ear cleaning are included in every full groom. Prices vary by breed and coat condition — text a photo of your pup to (604) 977-3647 for a quote. Grooming in Vancouver generally runs $70–$150+ depending on breed, coat, and skill tier.
Do you offer standalone nail trims? Yes. À la carte nail trims are $19.69 Saturday through Thursday — and just $10 on Fridays with our Friday nail trim promo. Nail trims are already included with every full groom and Bath & Tidy at no extra charge.
Do you offer toothbrushing for dogs? Yes. Toothbrushing is available as an add-on to any grooming appointment or daycare day.
How do you handle nervous or sensitive dogs? Gently, and on your dog's schedule. Our grooming team includes Fear Free certified stylists, we take our time to suit each dog, and we never use cage dryers — every dog is hand-dried by their groomer.
Is cage drying safe for dogs? Cage drying places a dog in an enclosed space with a warm-air dryer — a practice that carries real risk of overheating, respiratory stress, and anxiety. At Fetching Forever, all drying is done by hand with one-on-one supervision throughout the entire groom. Read more on our blog: [CAGE-DRYING POST LINK]
How often should a dog be professionally groomed? Most dogs benefit from grooming every 6–10 weeks. Breeds with continuously growing coats — poodles, doodles, Shih Tzus, Maltese, and Bichon Frisés — typically need appointments every 4–8 weeks to prevent matting and maintain coat health.
Does Fetching Forever take new grooming clients? Yes — new clients are welcome. Our Asian Fusion team of three stylists often has openings within the week. The Japanese Master Groom with Kaori books about 4 weeks ahead due to demand. Text (604) 977-3647 or book online.
Can I get my dog groomed today? Often, yes — grooming can frequently be added to your dog's daycare day, and our Asian Fusion team regularly has near-term openings. Ask at drop-off, or text a photo of your pup to (604) 977-3647 and we'll do our best to fit you in.
Can I get my dog groomed and do daycare at the same place? Yes — Fetching Forever is one of the few places in Vancouver combining both services under one roof. Grooming can often be added to your dog's daycare day with the same trusted team, eliminating the stress of multiple drop-offs.
Are you open for grooming on Saturdays? Yes — we now groom on Saturdays. Saturday hours are 9:00am–5:00pm for grooming and 10:00am–4:30pm for daycare.
How do I get a grooming quote? Send us a photo of your dog. We provide photo quotes so pricing reflects your dog's actual coat, size, and condition — text (604) 977-3647 or use our inquiry form.
How do I book a grooming appointment? Book online through our booking page, or send an inquiry through our contact form. New grooming clients are welcome — our Asian Fusion team often has openings within the week.
Why are your grooming prices higher than some other places? We have different pricing tiers that honor and reflect the skillset, training and care each member of our team offers. Cheap grooming often means an assembly-line environment where dogs spend part of their visit locked in a cage with a dryer pointed at them, unsupervised. We don't believe in that approach. Everything our groom team does is from a humanity-over-vanity perspective: grooms are one-on-one, building relationship and respect with your dog. A day with our groomers is like a day at the spa — care, respect and soothing, so your dog not only looks incredible but feels fantastic too. Learn more about our co-regulation approach as featured in the Georgia Straight: https://www.straight.com/living/calmer-human-calmer-dog-fetching-forever-shares-keys-to-co-regulation
Why should I bring my puppy in for grooming before they're fully grown? For a dog, there are a LOT of sensations happening during a typical groom. Shorter baths and trims before a full groom help your puppy get comfortable with: being wet with a spray-head all over in a tub; being scrubbed with soap, including face and booty; the sound and feel of a high-velocity dryer; enjoying brushing and combing; the feel of clippers and dremels; being held in position for short periods; activity around their face; and having their feet handled.
🛍️ Shop & Retail
What products does Fetching Forever offer? We offer a range of treats and products for pets, with our main focus being local-sourced, single-ingredient treats and chews. We also carry food, toppers, engaging toys, stylish accessories, and more. Our lineup is always changing and we're happy to bring in specific requests when we have access.
What dog food and treat brands do you carry? We stock premium, quality-first brands including Yappetizers, Open Farm, plus locally made treats and chews. Browse our shop or drop by 3080 Cambie Street.
Can I buy dog food, treats, and toys from Fetching Forever online? Yes. Our online shop offers buy-online, pickup-in-store at our Cambie Village location, and we can occasionally arrange delivery within Vancouver. We carry premium brands including Yappetizers, Open Farm.
How can I place a retail order? Browse and order our lineup at https://fetching-forever-shop.square.site/ — pick up in-store at 3080 Cambie Street.
📍 Location & Contact
What services do you offer? At Fetching Forever we aim to provide the best Dog Daycare, the best Dog Grooming, and the best retail dog treats, chews, toppers and more. We're Vancouver's most caring and connected team, whether your dog is here for Daycare, our Grooming Spa, or you're just popping in for poop bags and a bully stick.
Where is Fetching Forever located? We're at 3080 Cambie Street in Cambie Village, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2V9 — right near Vij's and the Park Theater. King Edward Canada Line station is a short walk away. Call (604) 977-3647 or visit fetchingforever.com.
What forms of payment do you accept? Debit, Visa, Mastercard, Apple/Google Pay, Cash.
How can I contact customer service? Email shop@fetchingforever.com or call/text 604-977-3647 (604-977-DOGS). We're here to help with any questions or concerns.