Business Details
20 Years
experience
Cage-Free Dog Boarding & Daycare in Portland
Safe Journey Dog Boarding has provided cage-free dog boarding and daycare services in Portland, Oregon since 2006. Our facility operates 365 days a year with daily hours from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., offering a home-style environment where dogs can roam freely in climate-controlled spaces with pesticide-free outdoor areas. Our dedicated team maintains a consistent pack of well-mannered dogs through high-frequency visits, ensuring socialization while minimizing stress through soundproofing and calming music. We specialize in accommodating special needs dogs, including those with mobility issues, separation anxiety, and specific medical requirements.Our personalized approach includes curbside service for clients with mobility challenges and individualized care plans for elderly or infirm animals. With over 30 years of corporate service leadership experience applied to pet care operations, our owner has maintained affordable pricing while preserving quality since acquiring the business in 2010. Client testimonials consistently highlight our staff's expertise in managing dogs with behavioral challenges and our commitment to transparent communication through photo updates and detailed care reports.
Services
Dog Boarding
Dog Daycare
Specialty Dog Care
Overnight Boarding
Specialty Services
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 supervised play and socialization in a cage-free environment
- Our staff specializes in managing dogs with separation anxiety and behavioral issues
- We maintain climate-controlled facilities with pesticide-free outdoor play areas
- Our personalized care plans accommodate special needs and medical requirements
- We've provided affordable pet care solutions since 2006 with verified client testimonials
What people say
Dogs come home happy
Special needs accommodations
Friendly staff
Well-mannered dog pack
Curbside service convenience
Services
Dog Boarding
Our cage-free boarding service provides 24/7 supervised care in a home-style environment. Dogs enjoy climate-controlled indoor spaces and pesticide-free outdoor areas with continuous socialization opportunities. Personalized care plans accommodate special needs while maintaining structured routines for all guests.
Dog Daycare
Daily supervised play sessions include indoor activities and outdoor exercise in secure environments. We offer flexible scheduling with half-day and full-day options, plus special accommodations for dogs with medical needs or behavioral challenges through individualized attention.
Specialty Dog Care
Customized care solutions for dogs with mobility issues, separation anxiety, and medical conditions. Our experienced staff implements tailored routines while maintaining integration with general playgroups to ensure socialization without compromising individual requirements.
Overnight Boarding
Extended stay accommodations include continuous monitoring through night hours with access to both indoor and outdoor spaces. Medical professionals working overnight shifts receive specialized scheduling options while all guests benefit from consistent staff interaction throughout their stay.
Specialty Services
Tailored solutions for unique requirements including curbside service for mobility-impaired clients, mid-day meal administration, and behavioral modification programs. Our staff works with fearful dogs, senior animals, and pets requiring specific medical attention through personalized care protocols.
People
Craig Capley
Owner
Acquired Safe Journey in 2010 after 30 years in corporate service leadership. Applied regional VP experience from storage industry to develop affordable pet care solutions while maintaining quality standards since 2006.
Questions
What are your operating hours for dog boarding and daycare?
We operate daily from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., 365 days a year including holidays with special considerations for major holidays.
Do you offer cage-free environments for all services?
Yes, our facility never uses cages, crates, pens, or kennels for any boarding or daycare services.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex), Apple Pay, and Google Pay for all services.
Can special needs dogs receive accommodations?
Yes, we specialize in caring for dogs with mobility issues, separation anxiety, and specific medical requirements through personalized care plans.
How do you handle behavioral challenges?
Our experienced staff works with fearful, shy, or behaviorally complex dogs using specialized handling techniques and structured socialization programs.
Is curbside service available for drop-off and pickup?
Yes, we provide curbside service for clients with mobility challenges, allowing 60-second vehicle-side transactions.
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