Sam Okafor
Founder & Head Handler
Certified in canine behaviour, and the reason half the neighbourhood dogs drag their owners to our door.
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Dog daycare & boarding · Leslieville, Toronto
The best day of your dog's week, every weekday.
Playrooms by size and temperament, webcam check-ins, and a report card at pickup. Tired dogs, happy humans.
Queen St E, Leslieville Mon–Fri 7–7 · Sat 8–6 Report card every day
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Playrooms
A room for every kind of dog
Tap a room for details — dogs are matched by size, energy, and temperament, never just by breed.
Daycare passes
Buy days in bulk, save every week
Every pass includes a daily report card and webcam access. Passes never expire early — unused days roll to your next visit within the validity window.
Our team
Handlers your dog will run to see
Riley Chen
Playroom Lead, Big Yard
Runs fetch tournaments, splash days, and the world's most patient ball-throwing arm.
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Morgan Patel
Quiet Den & Boarding Lead
Senior-dog specialist — medication schedules, soft beds, and unhurried evening walks.
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Our story
Built by dog people, for dog days
Leslieville Paws started when our founder could not find daycare that treated her anxious rescue like an individual. So she built one: small groups, temperament-matched rooms, and a report card every single day.
Every new dog starts with a free temperament check — a gentle, hour-long introduction to the rooms, the handlers, and a few new friends.
2019
Est.
120+
Dogs / week
1:6
Best staff ratio
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What the humans say
Good to know
Questions, answered
What is a temperament check?
A free, hour-long visit where your dog meets the handlers and a few playmates at their own pace. It tells us which room suits them — and tells you whether daycare is right for them.
What vaccinations are required?
Rabies, distemper/parvo, and bordetella, with records on file before the first visit. Flea and tick prevention is required in warm months.
Can I check in during the day?
Yes — every playroom has a webcam, and you receive a photo report card at pickup with playmates, naps, and any notes from the handlers.
What should my dog bring?
Just their regular food for boarding stays, labelled, plus any medication. Bowls, beds, toys, and splash pools are all provided.
What if my dog is shy or reactive?
Many of our regulars started that way. The Quiet Den and gradual introductions help nervous dogs build confidence — and we will be honest if daycare is not the right fit yet.
Book & buy
Book a temperament check, pass, or stay
New dogs start with a free temperament check. Passes can be bought here and used on any future visit.