Insider Pages Reviews for Downtown Dog Lounge

5 Stars: An extended family for my puppy. (by Ann K.)

Ann K. — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:23:00 GMT

I, too have had a great experience with DDL. My puppy has only been to day care there a few times, and she is already excited to go in once we get there. You can tell that the people working there are very loving and dedicated. They even have web cams so you can see your doggie playing with the other pooches. I will definitely keep taking my Dane puppy there. They provide rest periods after mealtime to decrease risk of bloat, which is reassuring to me. When interacting with the staff, they are consistently approachable, helpful, and professional. Thank you DDL!

5 Stars: Our Dog Was Miserable (by Karen G.)

Karen G. — Thu, 28 May 2009 19:52:00 GMT

So why the great review? Because Downtown Dog Lounge did everything they could to try and make our Truman (Great Dane) comfortable. The people working here are truly dog lovers. They are in constant cleaning motion while talking and petting the animals. Our dog was very stressed and we tried several times to visit and calm him down before a long weekend stay. During that time we were able to observe the employees in constant motion caring for, and cleaning up after the dogs. They talked to Truman and put him in a pen by himself with his bed. We left him for the long weekend and were encouraged to call. Everyone who we talked to gave us honest yet concerned updates. After the second day, our Truman had not eaten and we received a message from Downtown Dog Lounge. They had tried "doctoring" his food and found he still wasn't interested. They did have a vet ready to check him if he went much longer without eating. We were unhappy that Truman was not happy. But we were comfortable he was being well cared for. We would highly recommend this place for your pooch, if your dog is young, playful and well socialized. The people are great.

5 Stars: Best dog daycare in Seattle! (by Alice S.)

Alice S. — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:15:00 GMT

I have been going to the Downtown Dog Lounge on Elliott for about 6 months now and I LOVE IT! I previously tried other daycare facilities in the area but they didn't come close to the service I have received at DDL. I recommend this place to everyone I know.

5 Stars: Nice place for the dogs (by Chip P.)

Chip P. — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 08:26:00 GMT

We toured the facility during a recent fund raising event. It was well-kept, spacious, and offered a lot of activities for the dogs. The staff was very welcoming and knowledgeable.

1 Stars: If you love your dog, DON'T take them here! (by Nicole R.)

Nicole R. — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 22:52:00 GMT

Our recent experience at the Downtown Dog Lounge was horrible. We returned from our relaxing vacation to find our normally happy, healthy pug sick and injured. I'm concerned for the safety of other animals left in their care. When we picked our dog up, we were told nothing of the events that happened (illness, vet visits, medicine administered) while we were away. We later learned about them from our emergency contact. Our personal vet told us our dog had experienced trauma to his head, which the staff at DDL has not been able to explain. He has not been the same since we've brought him home from the Downtown Dog Lounge. If you love your animal, don't entrust them to the care of Downtown Dog Lounge. They are unable to deliver on their promises of "peace of mind" and "well being for your four legged friend".