Wisdom of the Pack
DAY CAMP
More than daycare.
A lifestyle built for dogs.
Wisdom of the Pack is a different kind of day camp—one built around what dogs actually need to thrive. Through fulfillment, structure, social experiences, rest, exploration, and real-world learning, we help dogs build the skills and confidence to experience more of life alongside you.
Because the goal isn't just a well-behaved dog. It's a bigger life together.
Wisdom of the Pack
What is
Wisdom of the Pack is a lifestyle-focused day camp designed to give dogs more than a place to spend the day. We create intentional experiences that support the whole dog—physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally.
Our days blend movement, enrichment, social experiences, structure, rest, exploration, and real-world learning. Every dog is different, so we meet them where they are—whether they're confident and social, still learning how to navigate the world, or simply need more fulfillment and purpose in their everyday life.
We believe dogs deserve opportunities to be dogs while also developing the skills that allow them to experience more of the world alongside you. Camp gives them a place to learn, explore, connect, rest, and grow—all with the bigger goal of creating more freedom and a fuller life together.
Ready to join?
Getting started is simple. Our process gives us the opportunity to get to know you and your dog, make sure camp is the right fit, and give every new dog the foundation they need to successfully become part of the Pack.
Complete our online application to tell us a little about you, your dog, and what you're looking for. Once your application is submitted, you'll be able to schedule your initial assessment.
01 — Apply
You'll join us for an in-person assessment where we'll get to know your dog, observe how they experience the environment, answer your questions, and make sure Wisdom of the Pack feels like the right fit for everyone.
02 — Meet Us
03 — Build the Foundation
Every new dog begins with our Foundations program. This gives your dog the time, consistency, and support they need to learn the rhythm of camp, build relationships, and become part of the Pack.
Camp Structure and Pricing
Wisdom of the Pack is designed to be a consistent part of your dog's lifestyle. Rather than drop-in daycare, every dog begins by building a strong foundation before transitioning into ongoing Membership.
FOUNDATIONS:
the first 2 weeks
Every new dog begins with two immersive weeks of camp, attending Monday through Thursday. This consistency gives your dog time to learn the rhythm of camp, build relationships with our team and the Pack, and become comfortable within the environment.
4 days/week · 2 weeks
$600/week · $1,200 total
MEMBERSHIP:
life after Foundations
After completing Foundations, your dog transitions into ongoing Membership, keeping camp a consistent part of their routine and giving them continued opportunities for fulfillment, socialization, and growth.
As a general guideline, most dogs start at 3 days per week then settle into a 2 day per week rhythm. That said, every dog is different, and final scheduling is tailored in collaboration with our trainers and your family based on your dog's needs, behavior, and lifestyle.
Minimum 2 days/week
$100/day
Find your pack in San Diego
Our space in Normal Heights is where dogs come together to learn, explore, socialize, rest, and experience everything that makes Wisdom of the Pack more than traditional daycare.
Normal Heights
Currently welcoming new dogs.
And the Pack is growing.
La Mesa — Coming Soon
We're excited to bring the Wisdom of the Pack experience to East County and welcome even more dogs and humans into our community.
At Wisdom of the Pack, we believe understanding your dog changes everything.Our approach is rooted in dog psychology—learning to see the world through your dog's eyes and understanding what they need physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally to thrive. Rather than focusing solely on obedience, we look at the whole dog and the relationship they share with the humans in their life.
Our Philosophy
We believe dogs thrive with clarity. Clear communication, boundaries, structure, and leadership give dogs a framework for understanding what's expected of them and help build the confidence to navigate more of the world successfully.
And while structure is an important part of what we do, the goal has always been freedom.
Everything we do—from the structure we create at camp to the skills we teach and the experiences we provide—is designed to expand what's possible for you and your dog.Because when we better understand our dogs and give them what they truly need, we create the foundation for a bigger life together.
Meet the
Pack
Wisdom of the Pack is built around relationship—and that starts with the humans caring for your dog.
We're a small, hands-on team who genuinely knows the dogs in our Pack. We learn their personalities, their quirks, what fulfills them, what challenges them, and what helps them thrive. That allows us to meet each dog as an individual rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach to their day.
And of course, our own dogs are a big part of the Pack too. They're our teachers, our adventure partners, and a huge part of why Wisdom of the Pack exists.
Melanie + Hilary + Megan
I'm so glad I found this camp! Melanie and Hilary are responsive, caring and knowledgable. I get updates about how my dog is doing while she's at camp with them and can see what they're working on with her. My dog has become much more calm around other dogs and less reactive overall. I can tell she feels more confident.They also have done a great job of teaching me along the way so I can better support her at home/outside camp. I'd recommend Wisdom of the Pack to anyone!
Marlowe's Mom
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