Credentials
Dog Tired is proud to be affiliated with and certified by the industry's leading organizations.
International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA)
The International Boarding & Pet Services Association is a professional business association that provides business resources, industry expertise, staff education and training, certifications, and legislative support for the pet care services industry. IBPSA Members include the owners and employees of pet boarding and daycare facilities, groomers, dog walkers, pet sitters, veterinarians, trainers, and holistic care pet care providers. Member since around 2012!
The Dog Gurus, Charter Member
The Dog Gurus is the #1 Pet Care business consulting and staff training company! The business owners have 40+ combined years of experience to help pet business owners launch and grow successful businesses. As Charter Members, we joined The Dog Gurus when they began and have been with them ever since.
The Dog Gurus Safety Pledge
Dog Tired has taken The Dog Gurus Safety Pledge. This means we made a commitment to design and operate our daycare program for the safety of all dogs. We strive to ensure the physical safety of each dog with a goal for every dog to go home behaviorally and emotionally better than when they arrived.
The Dog Gurus - Knowing Dogs 101
Knowing Dogs 101 (Dog Language) provides all dog handlers in any dog related industry (daycare workers, groomers, walkers, vet techs, kennel staff, dog trainers, etc.) with a fundamental understanding of canine body language to help staff understand what message the dog is conveying and to keep dogs less stressed and safe.
The Dog Gurus - Knowing Dogs 201
Knowing Dogs 201 (Group Play) builds upon the foundation of knowledge introduced in 101. 201 provides dog daycare employees with a deeper understanding of canine body language when dogs are in group play, how human leadership impacts dogs, dog aggression, and greetings.
Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC)
The Professional Animal Care Certification Council is a nonprofit created by a team of industry experts to recognize high quality providers and help them meet the challenge of educating pet parents on the value of a pet care provider's investment in education and training. PACCC's mission is to bring independent testing and certification to the pet care services industry by means of stringent testing intended to reflect a professional's broad knowledge of animal care. Dog Tired currently holds one certificate through PACCC and will be testing for 3 more in June 2024.
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Pet Tech CPR & First Aid
Earned through successful completion of Pet Tech's specialized program, Pet Tech training shows advanced knowledge in pet CPR techniques, first aid skills, health care, and wellness information. Gray is also a certified Pet Tech Instructor to teach in the community since 2018!
Charleston’s Top Choice Award, Mark of Excellence 2020
Top Choice Mark of Excellence is awarded to a business based on votes of the local community. The local community in Charleston, SC has voted Dog Tired to be an excellent choice for all of your pet care needs.
Best of Home Guide 2018
HomeGuide connects customers looking for local professionals to give them peace of mind knowing they are receiving quality service. Dog Tired is proud to have been chosen as a Best of HomeGuide for 2018.
Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce
The Charleston Metro Chamber is a membership organization, 1,700 members strong, serving as a collective voice to drive solutions for a thriving community. They create exclusive access, networking, and leadership opportunities to help businesses grow.
