Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is enrichment?
Enrichment is intentional activity designed to support a dog’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being.At Fetch, enrichment focuses on calm engagement, problem-solving, scent work, gentle movement, and one-on-one connection — not overstimulation.
Why is enrichment important during daycare or boarding?
Being away from home is emotionally demanding for dogs. New environments, routines, sounds, and social dynamics can be stressful — even for confident, social dogs.
Enrichment helps dogs:
Decompress and self-regulate
Reduce stress and anxiety
Rest more effectively
Feel safe, understood, and supported
Balanced care leads to calmer, happier stays.
Enrichment helps dogs:
Decompress and self-regulate
Reduce stress and anxiety
Rest more effectively
Feel safe, understood, and supported
Balanced care leads to calmer, happier stays.
Isn’t playtime enough?
Not always.
While play is important, constant play can actually increase stress and exhaustion. Dog care professionals recommend a balance of:
Play
Rest
Enrichment
This balance supports a dog’s nervous system and emotional health, especially during longer stays.
While play is important, constant play can actually increase stress and exhaustion. Dog care professionals recommend a balance of:
Play
Rest
Enrichment
This balance supports a dog’s nervous system and emotional health, especially during longer stays.
What enrichment does Fetch offer?
Fetch enrichment options include:
Zen Walks — calm, structured movement
Snifari — scent-based exploration
Cuddle Time — gentle one-on-one connection
(Training refresher sessions coming soon)
Each session is tailored to your dog’s energy level, personality, and emotional needs.
Zen Walks — calm, structured movement
Snifari — scent-based exploration
Cuddle Time — gentle one-on-one connection
(Training refresher sessions coming soon)
Each session is tailored to your dog’s energy level, personality, and emotional needs.
Why is enrichment required instead of optional?
After several days away from home, most dogs benefit from structured enrichment — whether they show it outwardly or not.
Requiring enrichment allows us to:
Maintain consistent care standards
Prevent stress-related behavior
Support calmer group dynamics
Ensure each dog receives individualized attention
This requirement reflects best practices in modern, professional dog care.
Requiring enrichment allows us to:
Maintain consistent care standards
Prevent stress-related behavior
Support calmer group dynamics
Ensure each dog receives individualized attention
This requirement reflects best practices in modern, professional dog care.
How does enrichment fit into Fetch’s overall care philosophy?
At Fetch, we believe great dog care isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what’s right.
Our care model prioritizes:
Emotional well-being
Balanced days
Individualized attention
Trained staff who understand dog behavior
Enrichment is a core part of that commitment.
Our care model prioritizes:
Emotional well-being
Balanced days
Individualized attention
Trained staff who understand dog behavior
Enrichment is a core part of that commitment.
Can my dog receive additional enrichment?
Absolutely. Some dogs benefit from extra enrichment, especially:
Anxious or sensitive dogs
Puppies or seniors
Dogs staying for extended periods
Additional enrichment sessions can be added based on your dog’s needs.
Anxious or sensitive dogs
Puppies or seniors
Dogs staying for extended periods
Additional enrichment sessions can be added based on your dog’s needs.