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Hilliard | Howl-O-Ween Craft Day
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Last Day to Enter Costume Contest
Last Day to Enter into Puptown Lounge’s 12th Annual Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest!
North Columbus | Howl-o-Ween Craft Day
🎃🐾 Spooky Paw Art: Howl-O-Ween Craft Days at Puptown Lounge! 🎨👻
Get ready for some paws-itively spooky Halloween fun at Puptown Lounge! This October, we’re bringing a little extra creativity to doggy daycare with our Spooky Paw Art Howl-O-Ween Craft Days!
Our pups are trading their paws for paintbrushes (well, sort of!) as we help them create adorable, one-of-a-kind Halloween masterpieces using their very own paw prints! With child-safe, nontoxic finger paint, we’ll transform your pup’s paw prints into festive bats or jack-o’-lanterns on canvas. 🎃🦇
These adorable Halloween keepsakes are the perfect way to celebrate spooky season with your furry best friend. Plus, what’s cuter than a personalized piece of artwork made by your own pup?!
🗓️ Spooky Paw Art Craft Day Schedule
Each of our Columbus-area Puptown Lounge locations will host its own Halloween craft day!
🐾 Upper Arlington / Riverside Drive: Tuesday, October 20
🐾 North Columbus / Kenny Road: Wednesday, October 21
🐾 Hilliard: Friday, October 23
🎨 How to Sign Up Your Pup
Want your pup to join the Halloween creativity? Simply add Spooky Paw Art to your dog's daycare reservation through Gingr or let our friendly front desk team know you'd like to participate!
👻 Please sign up as early as possible! We'd love to make sure we have enough spooky supplies ready for every little artist.
Whether your pup is a future Paw-casso or just loves getting their paws into something fun, we can't wait to create some Halloween magic together!
Happy Howl-O-Ween from your friends at Puptown Lounge! 🧡🐾
UA - Howl-o-ween Craft Day!
Celebrate Halloween at Puptown Lounge! Join our Spooky Paw Art craft days in Upper Arlington, Columbus & Hilliard for adorable dog paw print keepsakes.
Our 18th Anniversary
On October 1, Puptown Lounge officially turns 18!
And after nearly two decades of hanging out with the coolest pups around Columbus, we’ve collected a LOT of memories along the way.
So we did some highly scientific estimating…
Hundreds of thousands of pup visits
Tens of thousands of baths & grooms
500,000+ treats delivered
Millions of zoomies witnessed
Countless dog kisses received
Thousands upon thousands of hugs given
Millions of dog sneezes survived
More poop than anyone would like to calculate
18 YEARS of loving the dogs who walk through our doors!
And perhaps most importantly…
Generations of pups and their families who have made Puptown part of their lives.
Thank you for 18 incredible years of fun at Puptown Lounge.
We can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings!
Look forward to celebrations in the month of October!
Back to School Photos @UA
Back to School Photos are coming to Puptown Lounge!
Give your pup a fun school-day photo keepsake with our retro-inspired photo sessions, available at select Puptown Lounge locations. Perfect for daycare and boarding pups!
Single dog = $15
Couples = $25
Kenny Rd - Monday Sept 21st
Hilliard - Friday Sept 25th
UA - Monday Sept 28th
Back to School Photos @Hilliard
Back to School Photos are coming to Puptown Lounge!
Give your pup a fun school-day photo keepsake with our retro-inspired photo sessions, available at select Puptown Lounge locations. Perfect for daycare and boarding pups!
Single dog = $15
Couples = $25
Kenny Rd - Monday Sept 21st
Hilliard - Friday Sept 25th
UA - Monday Sept 28th
Back to School Photos @Kenny Rd
Back to School Photos are coming to Puptown Lounge!
Give your pup a fun school-day photo keepsake with our retro-inspired photo sessions, available at select Puptown Lounge locations. Perfect for daycare and boarding pups!
Single dog = $15
Couples = $25
20th Columbus Humane Annual Defend Your Friend 5K
20th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K 🐾
We’re proud to once again be part of Columbus Humane’s Defend Your Friend 5K, celebrating its 20th annual event this year! Join us on Sunday, September 13 at the brand-new Bank Run Metro Park for a morning filled with dogs, community, and an incredible cause.
Whether you’re ready to run the timed 5K, take a leisurely 1-mile walk, or simply come out to enjoy the Dog Festival, there’s something for everyone—and every step helps support Columbus Humane’s lifesaving work to fight animal cruelty, protect animals in need, and keep pets and families together.
After the race, stick around for the Dog Festival featuring local vendors and artisans, food trucks, pet-friendly activities, pet portraits, Pick-a-Toy, community partners, raffles, and plenty of fun for you and your pup!
We’re so excited to be back supporting this amazing event and celebrating 20 years of Defend Your Friend with the Columbus community. We hope to see you and your pups there!
📅 Sunday, September 13, 2026
⏰ 8 AM–12 PM
📍 Bank Run Metro Park
🏃 Timed 5K + 1-Mile Walk
🐕 Dog Festival
🎟️ Registration: $65 pre-registration / $75 race day
Registration includes an official event T-shirt, with shirts guaranteed for the first 400 registered participants. Children 5 and under participate free unless they would like an official race bib. (Columbus Humane)
Every registration helps support Columbus Humane’s mission and animal cruelty investigations. (Columbus Humane)
Teachers Pack Sale 2027
2027 Teacher’s Pack Sale 🍎🐾
School is back in session, and we’re celebrating the teachers who spend their days caring for, teaching, and inspiring the next generation! 📚
If you’re a teacher with a pup of your own, this sale is for YOU! Simply show your valid teacher ID at the front desk during our Teacher’s Pack Sale and save on daycare packs:
🍎 5 Pack — 5% OFF
📚 10 Pack — 10% OFF
🐾 20 Pack — 20% OFF
Your daycare pack can be used at any Puptown Lounge location, giving you the flexibility to bring your pup wherever works best for you. Even better, your pack is good for 365 days from the date of its first use, so you have plenty of time to use your daycare days!
Thank you to all the teachers who work so hard to make a difference every day. Now it’s our turn to give you and your pup a little something extra! 🐶🍎
Valid teacher ID must be presented at the front desk to receive the discount.
Bark Bash 2027
We’re so excited to be back at Bark Bash for another year! Join Puptown Lounge and fellow dog lovers at Prairie Oaks Metro Park on Saturday, August 22, for one of the most fun dog-friendly events of the summer!
From kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding with your pup to hiking, shopping the canine marketplace, creating a custom bandana, watching amazing K-9 performances, and cooling off in the ice castles, there’s something for every pup and their people to enjoy. 🐶☀️
We had such a great time at Bark Bash last year, and we can’t wait to make even more memories with our Puptown pups this year! Come say hi to the Puptown team, enjoy everything Bark Bash has to offer, and celebrate all things DOG with us!
📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 10 AM–3 PM
📍 Prairie Oaks Metro Park
🎟️ Admission is FREE!
Dogs must remain leashed except in designated off-leash areas. Don’t forget to bring water and waste bags for your pup!
We’ll see you there! 🐾
Rainbow UA Pride
Rainbow UA Pride 2026 returns to Sunny 95 Park and the Amelita Mirolo Barn, with free family-friendly fun for all ages. Join us for entertainment, community and vendor booths, food trucks, art projects, the Teen Closet, and the Best Dressed Pet Contest. 
Memorial Day
Memorial Day Holiday Hours
To celebrate the Memorial Day holiday, Puptown Lounge will be adjusting our standard operating hours.
Monday, May 25, 2026:
Daycare & Grooming: Closed
Boarding Pick-ups & Drop-offs: Open from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM ONLY
We will be closed for regular daycare and grooming services to allow our staff to enjoy the holiday. We will reopen for all standard services on Tuesday morning. Please ensure your boarding arrangements are scheduled within our 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM window.
Thank you for trusting us with your pups, and we wish you a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend!
Client Appreciation Meet Up @ Bumble's Backyard
We would LOVE to see more of our favorite pups and humans there for an evening of off-leash fun, drinks, swag bags, pup cups, and hanging out with the Puptown crew outside of daycare! 🍻🐶☀️
🍊 Enjoy our special Puptown signature drink
🎁 Take home exclusive Puptown goodies
🎨 Sign up for custom pet portraits by Rogauroh Art
🐕 Let your pup run and play while you relax and mingle!
📅 Monday, May 18th
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
⚠️ RSVP deadline is Wednesday, May 13th!
Once all 40 dog spots are filled, that’s it!
We’re so excited for this fun little get together and truly hope to see you there
Nurses Pack Sale
We’re celebrating and giving back to the amazing medical workers in our community with a special, limited-time offer at Puptown Lounge.
From May 11th through May 16th, healthcare professionals can enjoy exclusive savings on daycare packages:
5% off a 5-day package
10% off a 10-day package
20% off a 20-day package
It’s the perfect opportunity to save on your pup’s favorite place to play while you’re busy taking care of others.
All daycare packages are valid for 365 days from the first day of use, giving you flexibility to use them whenever you need.
This offer is available to medical workers only. Please bring a valid work ID or verification at the time of purchase.
Thank you for everything you do—we’re so excited to give back to you and your pup! 🐾
Dog Mom's Day "Love you FURever" Flower Pot Craft Day - Hilliard
Love You FUR-Ever Mom! Flower Pots at Puptown Lounge
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a keepsake as sweet as it is unique! Our Love You FUR-Ever Mom Flower Pots are back at Puptown Lounge for a limited time, giving you the chance to create a meaningful, paw-made gift for the dog moms in your life.
For $20, your pup will help decorate a terra cotta pot using non-toxic finger paint and their very own paw print, finished with a fresh potted flower. Additional paw prints are $5 each per dog, making it perfect for multi-dog families.
You can participate while your pup attends daycare or stop in during designated event hours at your preferred location:
Upper Arlington: Monday, May 4th
Kenny Rd: Wednesday, May 6th
Hilliard: Saturday, May 9th (Dog Mom’s Day 💕)
Hilliard Small Dog Room Special Event: Saturday, May 9th (10:00 AM – 1:30 PM) – Join us in our Small Dog room to create your own pot with your pup! Extra decorations will be available to personalize your keepsake even more. Staff there to help!
All events run 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Spots are limited, and sign-ups close Sunday, May 3rd to guarantee participation.
A one-of-a-kind gift for a one-in-a-million mom—made with love, paw prints, and a little creativity.
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/k6CVnLAjiuC3tz7m8
Dog Mom's Day "Love you FURever" Flower Pot Craft Day - Kenny Rd
Love You FUR-Ever Mom! Flower Pots at Puptown Lounge
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a keepsake as sweet as it is unique! Our Love You FUR-Ever Mom Flower Pots are back at Puptown Lounge for a limited time, giving you the chance to create a meaningful, paw-made gift for the dog moms in your life.
For $20, your pup will help decorate a terra cotta pot using non-toxic finger paint and their very own paw print, finished with a fresh potted flower. Additional paw prints are $5 each per dog, making it perfect for multi-dog families.
You can participate while your pup attends daycare or stop in during designated event hours at your preferred location:
Upper Arlington: Monday, May 4th
Kenny Rd: Wednesday, May 6th
Hilliard: Saturday, May 9th (Dog Mom’s Day 💕)
Hilliard Small Dog Room Special Event: Saturday, May 9th (10:00 AM – 1:30 PM) – Join us in our Small Dog room to create your own pot with your pup! Extra decorations will be available to personalize your keepsake even more.
All events run 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Spots are limited, and sign-ups close Sunday, May 3rd to guarantee participation.
A one-of-a-kind gift for a one-in-a-million mom—made with love, paw prints, and a little creativity.
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/k6CVnLAjiuC3tz7m8
Dog Mom's Day "Love you FURever" Flower Pot Craft Day - Upper Arlington
Love You FUR-Ever Mom! Flower Pots at Puptown Lounge
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a keepsake as sweet as it is unique! Our Love You FUR-Ever Mom Flower Pots are back at Puptown Lounge for a limited time, giving you the chance to create a meaningful, paw-made gift for the dog moms in your life.
For $20, your pup will help decorate a terra cotta pot using non-toxic finger paint and their very own paw print, finished with a fresh potted flower. Additional paw prints are $5 each per dog, making it perfect for multi-dog families.
You can participate while your pup attends daycare or stop in during designated event hours at your preferred location:
Upper Arlington: Monday, May 4th
Kenny Rd: Wednesday, May 6th
Hilliard: Saturday, May 9th (Dog Mom’s Day 💕)
Hilliard Small Dog Room Special Event: Saturday, May 9th (10:00 AM – 1:30 PM) – Join us in our Small Dog room to create your own pot with your pup! Extra decorations will be available to personalize your keepsake even more.
All events run 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Spots are limited, and sign-ups close Sunday, May 3rd to guarantee participation.
A one-of-a-kind gift for a one-in-a-million mom—made with love, paw prints, and a little creativity.
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/k6CVnLAjiuC3tz7m8
Stop the Suffering 9th Annual 5K
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Join us at the 9th Annual 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk hosted by Stop the Suffering Animal Rescue at Scioto Audubon Metro Park. This exciting community event in Columbus, Ohio supports animal rescue efforts and brings together local pet lovers, runners, and businesses for a great cause.
Puptown Lounge will be there as a vendor! Be sure to stop by our booth to say hi, learn more about our services, and grab some fun goodies
Bumble's Hot Girl Walk
Hot Girl Walk + Clean-Up
Join us Sunday, April 26 at 9 AM for a fun, social “Hot Girl Walk” at Green Lawn Cemetery!
This on-leash group walk is completely FREE—just use code HOTGIRLWALK at checkout to RSVP.
We’ll be walking together while helping keep our community clean.
• Gloves & trash bags provided
• Limited grabbers available
• Bring your own supplies if you’d like
• Clean-up participation is optional
After the walk, keep the good vibes going at Bumble’s Backyard for off-leash playtime:
• $10 for 1 dog
• $15 for 2 dogs
• $20 for 3 dogs
First-time guests will receive an email to complete their dog’s profile before the event.
Walk, give back, and let the dogs play!
Spring Package Sale
Spring Package Sale!
Our Spring Bi-Annual Daycare Package Sale is back for a limited time! From Monday, April 13th through Saturday, April 18th, stock up on daycare days and enjoy extra savings for your pup.
When you purchase a 10-day daycare package, you’ll receive 1 additional day free. Purchase a 20-day package and receive 2 extra days free. It’s the perfect opportunity to plan ahead and save on your dog’s favorite place to play.
All daycare packages are valid for 365 days from the first day of use, giving you plenty of flexibility to use them throughout the year.
This sale only happens twice a year, and the next opportunity to take advantage of these savings won’t be until November—so don’t miss out!
Easter Day
All Puptown Lounge locations are only opened for boarding pick-up/drop-offs from 3pm - 6pm only in observance of Easter.
Easter Bunny Photos + Egg Hunt at Hilliard
Easter Bunny Dog Photos in Hilliard, Ohio | Puptown Lounge – March 22, 2026
Join Puptown Lounge Hilliard on March 22 from 11 AM–1 PM for professional Easter Bunny photos with your dog and family, plus a private Easter egg hunt in our play yards. Limited spots available!
National Pancake Day!
Happy National Pancake Day from Puptown Lounge! 🥞🐾
On February 17th, we’re celebrating National Pancake Day with a special treat for our daycare and boarding pups! Our team will be making homemade, dog-safe mini pancakes using pet-friendly ingredients, shared only with dogs whose parents have approved treat participation.
This fun enrichment activity is part of our commitment to creating engaging, positive experiences for dogs in our Columbus, Ohio dog daycare and boarding facilities. From safe playgroups to seasonal treats and enrichment activities, Puptown Lounge goes beyond standard dog care to make every day special.
Puptown Lounge offers dog daycare, overnight boarding, grooming, and enrichment services at our Hilliard, Upper Arlington, and Kenny Road locations.
National Pancake Day is just one of the many ways we love celebrating our pups all year long!
Valentine’s Day Kissing Booth Photos | Hilliard
Saturday, February 14 | 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Puptown Lounge Hilliard with Kissing Booth photos by Julie of @capture.the.shenanigans. Drop-ins welcome—no daycare or grooming required. Kids may join photos. $10 per dog, $5 per additional dog. Optional Valentine’s Pup Cup for $3.
Valentine’s Kissing Booth Photos | Kenny Rd
💕 Kenny Road – Valentine’s Kissing Booth Photos
Tuesday, February 10 | 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Join Puptown Lounge Kenny Road for Valentine’s Kissing Booth photos by Julie of @capture.the.shenanigans. Photos taken during daycare, boarding, or grooming between 10:00–1:30. $10 per dog, $5 per additional dog. Optional Valentine’s Pup Cup for $3.
Valentine's Kissing Booth Photos | UA
💕 Upper Arlington – Valentine’s Kissing Booth Photos
Monday, February 9 | 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the cutest keepsake ever at Puptown Lounge Upper Arlington! 💋🐾
Bring your pup for our Valentine’s Kissing Booth Photo Day, featuring professional photos by Julie of @capture.the.shenanigans.
Photos are taken during your dog’s daycare, boarding, or grooming visit between 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
Pricing:
$10 per dog
$5 for each additional dog in the same photo
Optional Valentine’s Pup Cup for $3 (whipped cream topped with dehydrated strawberries)
All Puptown Lounge clients are welcome to participate, regardless of location.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy of compassion, service, and care for others.
At Puptown Lounge, service is at the heart of everything we do — showing up with patience, kindness, and respect for every dog entrusted to us.
“Noon” Year’s Eve Tennis Ball Drop
We’re ringing in the new year Puptown-style — with tennis balls, tail wags, and a special “Noon Year’s Eve” celebration at all three locations!
On December 31 at exactly 12:00 PM, we’ll be doing a mini Tennis Ball Drop in select daycare playgroups. Each location will dump a bucket of tennis balls into a group of pups who love toys and play nicely together — followed by lots of zoomies and adorable chaos.
We’ll be filming each drop and sharing a big, combined video on New Year’s Eve!
"Golden Ball" Challenge:
Each location will have one special “Golden Ball” hidden in the mix.
Whoever grabs it wins a fun Puptown prize!
If your dog loves toys and wants to participate, just make sure they’re scheduled for daycare on December 31.
We’ll take care of the rest!
Merry Christmas!!
🎅 Christmas Day (Dec 25)
We’ll be soaking up the holiday cheer!
Daycare: Closed
Grooming: Closed
Boarding: Pick-up & drop-off only from 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Thank you for helping us make the holidays special for our pups and our staff. Wishing you and your furry family a very Merry Christmas!