A day of play and friends. A calmer dog at pickup.
Your dog gets a real day: play with friends their size, quiet rest in between, and a team that knows them by name — it's all designed by Certified Animal Behaviorist Penny DiLoreto. They come home tired, calm, and better behaved.
New to Hot Diggity? Please don't book regular daycare until your dog has done the Temperament Assessment: a full daycare day at the regular daycare rate. Drop off by 10:00 am, pick up after 3:00 pm. How to get started
Not a free-for-all. A good day, on purpose.
You've probably seen the other kind of daycare. One big room, a crowd of dogs, and a lot of barking. Your dog comes home wired, not tired, and you wonder what their day was really like.
Here's the thing: dogs don't get calmer from running nonstop all day. Think of a kid at a birthday party with no nap. Dogs get calmer from the right mix of play, rest, and attention. That's how we run every day.
Play in short sessions
Dogs rotate through supervised 15–20 minute play sessions throughout the day. Active, engaged, and never a free-for-all.
Real rest in between
Between sessions, dogs rest in our suites: alone, with a sibling, or with a compatible friend, depending on temperament. That downtime is what turns a busy day into a calm dog at pickup.
Friends who fit
Dogs are grouped by size and temperament. Age, personality, and your preferences all count before we place your dog in a group.
15:1 or less
No more than 15 dogs per staff member. Your dog isn't lost in a crowd.
Everything that matters, built right in.
- Constant supervision by trained staff who watch for signs of stress, hunger, fatigue, or a change in behavior
- Play groups matched by size and temperament
- Rest periods between play sessions
- Webcams you can check from your phone or computer
- High-quality treats during play, with your permission, at no extra cost
- An indoor, climate-controlled building: no mud, no summer heat
The difference shows up at home.
A dog who naps on the ride home. Fewer zoomies at 9 pm. Better manners on the leash and at the door. That's what a good day of daycare looks like after you pick up.
They have completely changed my dog's behavior. What makes Hot Diggity special is that they rotate the dogs and have structured rest periods - it's not just running around crazy all day. The staff truly loves our dogs and handles even the most challenging pets with care.
Full day or half day. Your schedule, your call.
Daycare runs Monday through Saturday. We close at 6:00 pm.
Simple pricing, and passes for regulars.
Prices come live from our rate card and depend on your dog's size. Coming often? A 10-day pass saves 5% and a 20-day pass saves 10%, good for full or half days.
Daycare: Full Day
Book| Up to 30 lb | Over 30 lb |
|---|---|
| $50 | $57 |
Daycare: Half Day (AM or PM)
Book| Up to 30 lb | Over 30 lb |
|---|---|
| $40 | $45 |
Temperament Assessment (first daycare day)
Book| Up to 30 lb | Over 30 lb |
|---|---|
| $50 | $57 |
| Pass | Up to 30 lb | Over 30 lb |
|---|---|---|
| Full Day Daycare: 10-Unit Pass (5% off) | $475 | $542 |
| Little Digs: unlimited daycare (full or half days) for 30 days, one dog, under 30 lbs | $440 | N/A |
| Full Day Daycare: 20-Unit Pass (10% off) | $900 | $1026 |
| Half Day Daycare: 10-Unit Pass (5% off) | $380 | $428 |
| Half Day Daycare: 20-Unit Pass (10% off) | $720 | $810 |
Passes are good for 90 days. Buy a pass
Make their day count with L.E.E.P.
The Life Enrichment Education Program adds a 15-minute one-on-one session to your dog's daycare day: brain games, Fit Paws balance work, scent work, and confidence building. It's physical, mental, and emotional enrichment, not just more playtime.
Add it by the day, or join the monthly membership if your dog comes regularly.
L.E.E.P. Single-Day Add-On
$10.00 per day
L.E.E.P. Monthly Auto-Bill
$50.00 per package
Three easy steps to joining the pack.
- 1
Create your account and add your dog
Sign up online, add your dog's profile, upload shot records (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella), and sign the waiver. It takes a few minutes.
- 2
Book a Play Date
Our Temperament Assessment is a full daycare day at the regular daycare rate. Drop off by 10:00 am and pick up after 3:00 pm while we learn your dog's play style and likely friends.
- 3
Book daycare anytime
Once your dog is approved, book full or half days online whenever you need them. Then enjoy the tired, happy dog at pickup.
A day in daycare.
Inside our daycare
See how play and rest work during a real day.
Why Alanna drives 45 minutes
She moved away from Escondido and still brings her dog back to us.
Daycare questions.
What happens during the Temperament Assessment?
Before the day, we need your account, your dog's profile, and current vaccines on file. On the day, we clear the daycare area and let your dog explore with just an attendant. Then we bring in one dog, both on leash. If that goes well, we add a second and a third dog, still on leash, then drop leashes with attendants right there. From there we add more dogs one at a time, use treats and toys to check for food or toy guarding, and watch how your dog plays and says hello. We rate interactions green, yellow, or red, and you get a written report at the end. If things aren't going well, we'll call you early and you can pick up.
What does my dog need to attend?
Current Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella; a completed Temperament Assessment; and a spay or neuter before 8 months of age. Dogs with a history of biting or aggression can't attend daycare or boarding. If your dog has been away for six months or more, they'll need a new assessment.
Why don't you accept bully breeds?
We love all dogs. Our insurance provider doesn't allow bully breeds in daycare or boarding. They're welcome for grooming and training.
What are your hours?
Monday–Saturday, 6:30 am – 6:00 pm. Please pick up by 5:45 pm. Daycare is closed on Sundays and holidays.
Do you offer discounts?
Yes. New clients get 10% off their first service when they sign up for our newsletter. Active and retired military, firefighters, police, EMTs and paramedics, and 911 dispatchers get 10% off everything once we've seen their ID. Refer a friend, and you both get 10% off. Daycare passes save 5% (10 days) or 10% (20 days).
Where are you?
2750 Auto Park Way, Ste 22, Escondido, just off the I-15 and CA-78. We serve families from Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, and all of North San Diego County. You're welcome to come in and see the place.
Give your dog a day they'll sleep off happily.
Picture pickup: your dog bounds over, happy to see you, and is snoring before you're out of the parking lot. It starts with a Play Date. New clients get 10% off their first service. Questions? Call (760) 745-9900.