What Dog Daycare Actually Costs

If you’re weighing dog daycare options around Cedar Falls, one of the first things you want is a straight answer on price. Here it is. Below is what a day at Fast Tracks costs, how our visit packs and memberships work, and what the price actually covers, so you can pick the option that fits your dog and your week. 

What a single day costs 

 

A full day of daycare is a flat rate, with a shorter option for dogs who only need part of the day. 

Option 

Price 

Notes 

Full day  $33  A complete day of supervised play and rest 
Half day  $25  Under five hours, a good fit for younger or first-time dogs 

 

Prepaid visit packs 

If your dog comes now and then, a prepaid pack brings the per-visit cost down and gives you flexibility. You buy the visits up front and use them when you need them, without committing to set days. 

 

Pack 

Price 

Per visit 

5-visit pack  $160  $32 per visit 
20-visit pack  $620  $31 per visit 

 

Packs suit dogs whose schedule changes week to week. You can read more about how they work on the dog daycare page. 

Memberships 

For dogs who come on a regular weekly schedule, a membership brings the per-visit cost down further and adds a discount on grooming and boarding. Memberships renew monthly. The more days per week your dog attends, the lower the per-visit cost and the larger the discount. 

Plan 

Price 

Also includes 

2 days / week  $220 / month  8 visits, about $27.50 a visit, 6% off grooming and boarding 
3 days / week  $312 / month  12 visits, about $26 a visit, 8% off grooming and boarding 
5 days / week  $510 / month  20 visits, about $25.50 a visit, 10% off grooming and boarding 

 

Whether a membership makes sense depends on how often your dog actually comes. Our team can look at your routine and help you decide on the plan that fits, without pushing more days than your dog needs. 

Which option fits your dog 

A quick way to think about it: 

 

If your dog comes… 

The best value is usually… 

Once in a while  Single days, or a 5-visit pack 
Often, but on changing days  A 20-visit pack 
The same days every week  A membership 

 

The right choice depends on your dog and your week, and it can change over time. Plenty of families start with single days or a pack and move to a membership once daycare becomes part of their routine. 

What the price includes 

Daycare at Fast Tracks is a structured day, not open play from open to close. Dogs are grouped by temperament and energy level, supervised by trained handlers, and given a quiet midday rest from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We don’t overbook, so every dog gets real attention. Each price above covers that full day of structure and supervision, not just a room to run in. 

How boarding cost works 

If you also need overnight care, boarding at Fast Tracks includes daycare at no extra charge, so boarded dogs play through the day instead of waiting in a kennel. Room rates run from $55 to $75 a night depending on the room you choose. Full boarding pricing is on the dog boarding page. 

VIP Enrichment 

For dogs who want more than standard group play, our VIP Enrichment program offers smaller groups and guided activities at a separate rate. Details and current pricing are on the VIP Enrichment Daycare page. 

Fees worth knowing 

Fee 

Amount 

Late pickup  $5 per 15 minutes after 6:00 p.m. 

The first step is an evaluation 

Every new dog starts with a daycare and boarding evaluation before joining daycare. It lets our team see how your dog does in the group and with the midday rest, and it helps us recommend the option that actually fits. It’s the best way to make sure daycare is a good match before you commit to a pack or a plan. 

Call (319) 429-4197 or schedule a Daycare & Boarding Evaluation to get started. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

How much is dog daycare at Fast Tracks? 

A full day is $33, or $25 for a half day (under five hours). Prepaid packs and monthly memberships bring the per-visit cost down for dogs who come more often. 

Do you offer daycare packages? 

Yes. A 5-visit pack is $160 and a 20-visit pack is $620. You buy the visits up front and use them as you need them. 

What is the difference between a pack and a membership? 

A pack is prepaid visits you use flexibly, with no set schedule. A membership is a monthly plan for regular weekly attendance that also includes a discount on grooming and boarding. 

Is daycare included with boarding? 

Yes. Boarding includes daycare at no extra charge, so your dog plays during the day rather than staying in a kennel. 

Are there any extra fees? 

Late pickups are $5 per 15 minutes after 6:00 p.m. Booking ahead avoids both. 

Do I need an evaluation before daycare? 

Yes. Every new dog completes an evaluation so we can confirm daycare is a good fit and recommend the right option for your schedule.