Limited availability · One dog at a time

A homeaway from homefor your dog.

One-on-one daycare and overnight care for small dogs in our calm York Ontario home. No warehouse rooms, no chaos. The kind of attention your pup actually deserves.

Reach out for a meet & greet →See what's included
10+years of experience
with small dogs
1:1one client dog
at a time
2resident pups
(Frenchie + Morkie-poo)
Lysa playing with a small dog at The Third Leash
Why we do what we do

Not every dog thrives in a loud, crowded daycare.

Our own pup is naturally nervous. Large groups, excessive barking, high-energy chaos — all of it overwhelms him.

So we built the kind of place we wished existed for him: a calm, intimate home where small dogs can relax where they are. Slow introductions. Gentle companions. Real rest. Real attention.

Your dog deserves comfort — not chaos.

We started with one anxious pup and a question: what if daycare felt less like a kennel and more like a friend's living room?
LLysafounders, York Ontario
Pricing & what's included

Three ways to stay. All inclusive.

Every visit comes with the same one-on-one care. Pricing depends on how long your pup stays with us.

Half dayUp to 4–5 hours
$30/ visit

Perfect for the workday or a long afternoon out. Drop off, decompress, head home tired and happy.

Most popular
Full daycareA full day of one-on-one
$45/ day

A full day of supervised play, walks, naps, and gentle company with our two resident pups. Photos and videos all day.

OvernightFor weekends & vacations
$55/ night

When you're away, your dog isn't alone. Real beds, real cuddles, and a routine that feels like home.

every visit includes —
  • One-on-one supervision
  • Playtime with two small dogs
  • Walks & outdoor time
  • Frequent potty breaks
  • Quiet rest time
  • Photo & video updates
  • A real home, not a kennel
  • 10+ years of experience
What makes us different

Five small things that change everything.

no warehouse rooms, no scary noises

01

Small dogs only

No large breeds. No intimidating size differences. Your pup is always with friends their own size.

02

One client at a time

We welcome only one client dog per stay. The whole house is theirs to settle into.

03

Peaceful home

No warehouse rooms. No echoey kennels. Just couches, sun patches, and a quiet rhythm.

04

Friendly companions

Our resident Frenchie and Morkie-poo are calm, gentle, and great with new friends — perfect playmates.

05

Walks & updates

Outdoor time throughout the day, plus photo and video updates so you always feel connected.

curious if your pup
is the right fit?

We always start with a no-pressure meet & greet. Bring your dog by, see the space, and decide together.

Book a meet & greet
Perfect for small dogs who…

Big hearts in small packages, welcome here.

If any of these sound like your pup, we'd love to meet them.

  • Are anxious or sensitive
  • Prefer human attention
  • Get intimidated by larger breeds
  • Do better in quiet environments
  • Need slow, gentle introductions
What pet parents are saying

Kind words from Pet Parents.

5.0 from every pup parent so far
“Nunu came home so calm and happy I almost didn't recognize her. Lysa sent updates all day — you can tell they treat her like family.”
PPriya & Nunucavapoo · regular daycare
“Our Milio is shy and used to come back exhausted from big daycares. Here he actually rests. The difference is night and day.”
MMarcus & Milioyorkie · weekly half day
“We were so nervous to leave Alistar overnight for the first time. Lysa sent us a video of her cuddled up on the couch — we cried.”
SSam, Ahri & Alistarmorkie · 4-night boarding
Reach out

We'd love to meet your dog.

Text or call us — we always start with a no-pressure meet & greet so you and your pup can decide if we're the right fit. Spots are limited and fill quickly.

L
Lysayour host in York Ontario
Text or call647-385-5839we usually reply within an hour
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