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Voted Best of Btown in 2022 for Dog Daycare and Boarding. Scout's Honor is Bloomington's premiere enrichment-based pet retreat. Now offering spa services and dog training. Fear and Force Free Animal Care Created by Animal Lovers for Animal Lovers "At Scout’s Honor we do things differently,” says Allison Jacobs, owner of Scout’s Honor Pet Retreat in Bloomington, Indiana. “We focus on individualized animal enrichment and on the people who are taking care of the pets. This all goes together hand in hand.” “Not only did we see the need for personalized pet care, but we also saw a need for our employees to be paid adequately and receive the benefits they deserve,” explains Allison. “We often hear that a trade-off for working with dogs is that you don’t get health insurance, paid time off, or other basic benefits you could get if you worked at places like Wal-Mart or Target. We have seen that push some amazing employees in other pet care businesses out of the industry. We knew that if our employees received adequate pay and benefits, we could retain them and grow them into experts in pet care. That was a big drive for us, helping make animal careers for people instead of just giving them a job." Read our cover story Honesty & transparency We strive for professional and transparent communication through e-mail, phone, and text message. Daily report cards are sent with every reservation. Concerns about discomfort, stress, and health are communicated promptly. independent certification We are committed to investing in our staff through continued education and independent certifications, such as Certified Professional Dog Trainer , Fear Free , Heroes for Healthy Pets , & Pet CPR , Professional Animal Care Certification Council and more. FEAR & Force FREE ENVIORNMENT We cultivate a culture around a Fear and Force Free environment using only positive-reinforcement. Dogs and employees should not be forced to do something they do not want to do using domination and/or fear as extrinsic motivation. "The future of Dog Daycare" Overdog Digital canine enrichment Enrichment is a fundamental canine need that supports a dog’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Just like proper nutrition and exercise, enrichment provides essential stimulation that allows dogs to express natural behaviors, build confidence, and reduce stress or boredom. Incorporating enrichment into pet care services through agility, problem-solving activities, scent work, or group play ensures that dogs lead balanced and fulfilled lives. Every responsible pet care program views enrichment not as an optional luxury, but as a vital part of comprehensive and humane animal care. Learn more about how to pick the best pet care provider for your family from the Professional Animal Care Certification Council here .

Voted Herald Times Best of Bloomington Dog Daycare 2022-2024. Accepting new clients. Anchor 1 Anchor 2 Hybrid Camp Staff Recomended Program Half-day in our structured enrichment based daycare program, Day Camp 2.0, and two one-on-one mentally and physically fulfilling enrichments with a camp counselor helping to develop basic obedience, confidence, and impulse control skills that translate to better behaviors everywhere. our other daycare programs Transforming our Industry Meet our Co-Founders: Allison Jacobs & Kristen Perrus Allison's dogs, Scout and June, were kicked out of daycare at the facility Kristen managed. Kristen explained to Allison how dog daycare worked: there were sometimes 30 dogs in each play yard with one human to supervise the whole pack. The dogs at daycare were getting less stimulation than Allison was giving her dogs are home. Kristen explained to Allison that she tried to get her boss to allow them to incorporate enrichment into daycare, similar to zoos, but they thought it wasn't worth the extra expense. Allison and Kristen grew to become close friends while Allison grew her in-home pet sitting business. They volunteered for a non-profit dog rescue together fostering, training, and rehoming over 70 dogs together. In August of 2020 Kristen quit her job out of frustration: she couldn't make an impact on the well-being of the animals in her care under boss. Kristen drove to Allison's house afterwards to discuss what she was going to do next. Allison and Kristen decided to use their excess free time the pandemic provided them to expand Allison's in-home business together into facility services. Allison and Kristen's business model quickly gained international attention. They pushed the dog daycare industry forward by taking better care of animals and the humans caring for them. In their time outside of Scout's Honor, Allison and Kristen speak at international conferences educating their peers on the benefits of enrichment for animals, business, and employees. "A new and improved breed of daycare emerge that structures the dog’s day, provides them with useful activities and helps them leave better than when they started coming. That’s what enrichment daycare can do. It’s the future of this business." -Ov erD og Digital Listen to Allison's interview on the Overdog Podcast our other award-winning daycare programs day camp 2.0 solo camp play & train Our next-level enrichment program designed to give dogs a balanced mix of play, learning, and rest. Each camp day includes small-group socialization, confidence-building activities, and skill-based games tailored to your dog’s personality and needs. Dogs participate in pack enrichment activities such as agility, bubbles, gate manners, and positive-reinforcement training in basic obedience exercises, all in between supervised group play with packs no larger than 15 dogs per human. With a focus on mental stimulation, positive reinforcement, and structured fun, Day Camp 2.0 helps dogs thrive both physically and emotionally so they go home tired, happy, and fulfilled. Note: Most dogs don't enjoy all day group play just like most humans don't enjoy 8 hour parties with their best friends. Designed for dogs who prefer individual attention over full-day group play or are working on specific behavioral goals. Each dog enjoys one-on-one enrichment sessions with a trained staff member, featuring activities like agility, scent work, bubbles, and puzzle games. Dogs may participate in small or large group play in short and structured intervals allowing for safe socialization and confidence-building at their own pace. Small or large group play enrichments require management approval. When not in play or enrichment, dogs relax in comfortable, low-stimulation environments to promote calmness and balance. This program provides mental and physical engagement without the overwhelm of a traditional daycare setting, helping dogs grow confident, happy, and fulfilled. Scout’s Honor Play & Train blends structured learning with enriching fun. Dogs enjoy a half day of Fear Free, positive-reinforcement training led by independently certified trainers focusing on manners, confidence, and real-life skills tailored to each dog. The other half of the day is spent in carefully matched group play enrichment or one-on-one enrichment with a dedicated camp counselor, featuring activities like scent work, puzzles, agility, or calm social time. This balanced program supports mental growth, physical engagement, and emotional wellbeing. Perfect for dogs who thrive with both guidance and play in a supportive, low-stress environment. Ideal for building skills while having fun, this program keeps days engaging, purposeful, and rewarding. For every dog. starting at: Book Now Play and Train $90 Day Camp 2.0 $50 Hybrid Camp $75 solo Camp $90 $65 per night

Pack Membership Get the most out of each day at scout's honor with pack membership gold SILVER bronze GOLD PERKS + BRONZE & SILVER PERKS SEASONAL CRAFTS View our calendar for a full list of this month's Pack Member events PHOTOBOOTH PLUS Monthly Photobooth Scent-Space Enrichment ULTIMATE SPA PACKAGE Maintain your dog's hygiene, promote wellness, and create a positive-association between your dog and grooming services through enrichment with our new grooming membership. Learn more about the Ultimate Spa Package . RETAIL DISCOUNT 10% discount on all re tail WEEKLY 7-POINT HEALTH INSPECTION Inspection of your dogs haircoat, skin, eyes, ears, nose/face, & mouth/teeth by our certified pet first-aid staff with recommendations if concerns are present. BIRTHDAY/GOTCHA-DAY PARTY An individual birthday or gotcha day party for your pooch equipped with a cake shared with up-to three of your dogs best friends, photos, and a birthday gift. PRIORITY BOARDING Our reservation specialist will provide concierge service three months, two months, and one month before all peak-travel times to ensure we have the best accommodations for your dog during our busiest seasons. WAIVED FEES No Early or Late Drop-Off & Pick-Up Fees from 6-7am and 7-8pm. $125 per month SILVER perks + BRONZE perks SEASONAL TREATS View our calendar for a full list of this month's Pack Member events COMPLIMENTARY PHOTOBOOTHS FREE monthly photobooths Additional 4x6 print (by request) SPA CREDIT *$20 Spa Credit per month to be used toward any spa services *Expires at the end of the month, does not rollover RETAIL DISCOUNT 5% discount on all re tail FEAR FREE TRAINING GROUP CLASSES Maintain your investment in dog training by practicing obedience skills in a *group class setting led by our independently certified professional dog trainers Offered 1-2x per month. Check out calendar for this month's classes 50% OFF BIRTHDAY/GOTCHA DAY PARTY Receive half off our birthday/gotcha day party "ASK THE TRAINER" ZOOM CALLS Group dog training calls occur twice per month with Scout's Honor trainers. View our calendar f or a full list of this month's zoom calls. FEAR FREE TRAINING EVALUATION Introduction to Fear Free basic obedience training: discussing & strategizing goals for positive-reinforcement basic obedience training. $65 per month bronze perks MEMBERSHIP PRICING $5 off per day of boarding or daycare PRIORITY DAYCARE All daycare reservations are reserved for Pack Members. For best availability, book 72 hours for non-peak travel periods and two weeks in advance for peak-travel periods. Non-Pack Member reservations are approved one day before the reservation begins. PRIORITY WAITLIST Skip the waitlist. All waitlisted reservations are prioritized before non-pack member reservations. EXCLUSIVE FACEBOOK GROUP Vote for future photobooth themes and new services. Receive curated content for pet lovers. See behind-the-scenes pictures and videos from Scout's Honor. Connect with the parents of your dog's best friends. PACK WALKS Practice Fear Free Basic Obedience in a Public Par k Setting. View our calendar f or a full list of this month's Pack Walks (available April-October, April 2025 will be posted soon!) $40 per month Policies: After evaluation days, new dogs to Scout's Honor are eligible for a waived startup fee, if they enroll within 7 days following their first day Pack Membership requires a $50 start-up fee Pack Membership is renewed every month on the day of month Pack Membership was enrolled in Pack Membership is cancellable at anytime through the customer portal Pack Membership is non-refundable If Pack Membership is inactive for 30 days, the start-up is required to start another membership.

Award Winning Dog Boarding, Daycare, Grooming, & Training Facility. Best of B-Town 2022 & 2023. did you know scout's honor is the highest paying and largest pet care employer in Monroe County? 70% of our leadership team works from home (at minimum) part time. our software allows us to work anywhere with a wifi connection. Get to know the people you talk with on the phone, via e-mail, live chat, texting, & social media at scout's honor . Meet the Owners learn more about the origin story of scout's honor and Allison, Kristen, & Henry's commitment to innovate the industry COMING SOON kristen perrus Henry Grosvenor Allison Jacobs Owner Owner Owner B.A. Criminal Justice Favorite TV Show : Bob's Burgers Favorite Dog Breed : Beagles What I do at Scout’s Honor : Bookkeeping Dog Chef Handyman Leadership Management & Training Operations Management B.A. Italian Culture & Language B.A. Media Favorite TV Show : Tie between Arrested Development & Westworld Favorite Dog Breed : Doodles & Poodles What I do at Scout’s Honor : Advertising/Marketing Content Editor Design Financial Management Leadership Management & Training CCPDT Favorite TV Show : Tie between The Mandalorian & The Walking Dead Favorite Dog Breed : Border Collies What I do at Scout’s Honor : Content Creator Developing Staff Training Programs Dog Training Leadership Management & Training Resident Dog-Handling Specialist Meet the Managers Kennedy & Zack are the only Certified Professional Animal Care Managers in Indiana. They lead their 30+ person staff and the pet care industry with their knowledge and commitment to continued education. Kennedy Ferguson EST. JUNE 2021 Manager CPACM Favorite TV Show : The Good Place Favorite Dog Breed : Border Collies Additional Certifications : Fear Free Boarding & Daycare Heroes for Healthy Pets Pet CPR & First Aid Zack Luers EST. MAY 2021 Manager B.A. Management CPACM Favorite TV Show : Breaking Bad Favorite Dog Breed : Australian Shepherds Additional Certifications : Fear Free Boarding & Daycare Heroes for Healthy Pets Pet CPR & First Aid Meet the Marketing Director & Supervisors Jordan vohs EST. JANUARY 2022 Marketing Director B.A. Political Science CCPDP Heroes for Healthy Pets Certified Pet CPR Certified Favorite TV Show : The Office Favorite Dog Breed : All bulldogs Special Skills : Graphic Design Media Literacy Photography Emily Doehla EST. SEPTEMBER 2021 Supervisor CCPDP Fear Free Boarding & Daycare Certified Heroes for Healthy Pets Certified Pet CPR Certified Favorite TV Show : Bob's Burgers Favorite Dog Breed : Bernese Mountain Dogs Special Skills : Dog Whisperer Staff Training Financial Management

The best ways to get ahold of us are by filling out a contact form, live chat on our website, scheduling a phone call below, or *sending us a text.  The best ways to get ahold of us are by filling out this form, live chat on our website, scheduling a phone call below, or texting (833-765-1855). Email hello@scoutshonorpetretreat.com schedule a call Text (Existing Clients Only) 833-765-1855 Let's Chat First Name Last Name Email Message Send We will be in touch! Located in Downtown Bloomington Bloomington's award-winning dog boarding, daycare, grooming & training facility is conveniently placed in downtown Bloomington close to city hall, Indiana University campus, and the hospital. Located in the newly-renovated historic Bender Lumber building. Address 611 W. 11th Street STE C & D Bloomington, Indiana Opening Hours Mon - Sun 7:00 am – 10:00 am 4:00 pm – 07:00 pm

Fear & Force Free dog training school in Bloomington Indiana with independently certified dog trainers. Private Lessons Our private lessons provide one-on-one training tailored specifically to your dog’s needs and your goals. With personalized guidance from a certified trainer, we focus on building skills, addressing behavior challenges and strengthening the bond between you and your pup. Private sessions offer a focused, flexible, and effective way to help your dog learn at their own pace in a supportive environment. **Scout's Honor Training is unable to take dogs with bite histories, extreme aggression or human directed aggression. For references, please email our training department. Private Lessons: Private Lesson Package The Private Lessons package includes personalized training sessions with a certified trainer at a location of your choice—whether in your home or out in the community. Each session is customized to address the specific behaviors and goals most important to you, from improving manners at home to building confidence and focus in public or outdoor environments. Private Lesson Package The Private Lessons package includes personalized training sessions with a certified trainer at a location of your choice—whether in your home or out in the community. 1/2 What's included: Private Lesson Package 5 days of private lesson sessions Upfront $380 Per session $80 BOOK NOW!

Thanksgiving | November 2025 Enrichment Theme at Scout's Honor. Multi-Award winning Dog Boarding, Dog Daycare, Dog Grooming, and Dog Training facility. Thanksgiving This month's theme: ENRICHMENT PHOTOBOOTH enrichment BUNDLE This exclusive package to entertain your pup at camp this month is ideal for enhancing a day of Day Camp 2.0 or to make a boarding stay extra special! Available for $40 for a limited time only through 11/30 or while supplies last. Add to a new reservation through the customer portal or text 833-765-1855 to add to an existing reservation. Football Fetch Your dog will go long to score a pupdown in a one-on-one football-themed fetch session while enjoying extra enrichment while at camp! Turkey Trot A Scout's Honor camp counselor will take your pup for a walk on the B-Line to take in all the sights and smells of the autumn leaves! Thanksgiving themed photos will be included in your dogs report card! Barkcuterie Board: Fall Ingredients include: butternut squash, frozen applesauce treat, beets, freeze dried lamb, pear slices, & bell pepper $50 value complete your dog's month with our matching photobooth & scent quest enrichments

In-Home Pet Sitting. Drop-In Visits, Walks, & Hikes We offer the largest range of in-home pet care services for cats and dogs in Southern Indiana. Whether you need someone to feed your cat while you're on vacation or take your dog on a walk while you're at work, our highly trained background checked & Pet CPR certified in-home sitters will treat your pets like family. Requirements: Book 2-4 weeks in advance. All pets must be vaccinated against rabies before the Meet & Greet. Meet & Greets with your in-home sitter before the reservation are complimentary and required. Drop-In Visits 30 minute visit within 5 mile radius from facility Our Pet Sitters will come to your house to feed and care after your pets while you are away. Ideal for cats and/or dogs who prefer to play in their backyard rather than take long walks. Don't have a pet but want someone to water your plants and bring in your mail? We do that too! Price: $25 Additional pet: $5/ea Additional mileage: $5/per mile Additional time: $25 for 30 minutes Walks 30 minute visit within 5 mile radius from facility Our Pet Sitters will exercise your dog by walking around your neighborhood. If hardware is not owner provided, all dogs are double leashed and wearing Tracking Collars. Price: $25 Additional pet: $5/ea Additional mileage: $5/per mile Additional time: $25 for 30 minutes Hikes 60 minute hike at local reserve Pick-Up/Drop-Off within 5 mile radius from facility Our Pet Sitters will exercise your dog(s) by hiking around a local reserve. All dog(s) are doubleleashed and wearing Tracking Collars. Ideal for dogs that get bored walking around the neighborhood. Price: $70 Additional pet: $40/ea Additional mileage: $5/per mile Additional time: $25 for 30 minutes

Fear & Force Free dog training school in Bloomington Indiana with independently certified dog trainers. Puppy School Our Puppy School program gives your young pup the perfect start. With early socialization, age-appropriate training, and positive guidance from our certified trainers, your puppy learns essential skills in a fun, supportive environment. It’s a great place for your pup to grow, make friends, and build confidence from day one. **Scout's Honor Training is unable to take dogs with bite histories, extreme aggression or human directed aggression. For references, please email our training department. Puppy school: Puppy School Puppy School is designed to help you and your dog learn together! While your puppy builds a strong foundation in key skills, such as crate training, grooming desensitization, polite leash walking, socialization and essential obedience commands like come, down, sit, place, and watch, you’ll learn how to guide and reinforce these behaviors at home. This program helps you and your puppy develop confidence, communication and a strong lifelong bond. Early Socialization Early socialization Early socialization helps puppies grow into confident, well-adjusted dogs. By introducing them to new people, animals and environments in a positive way, they learn to handle the world calmly and comfortably. These early experiences build good behavior, reduce fear, and set the foundation for a happy, resilient adult dog. Handling Handling Introducing grooming and gentle handling early helps puppies become comfortable with being touched, brushed, and examined. These positive experiences make vet visits, nail trims, baths, and future grooming far less stressful. Teaching puppies to relax during handling builds trust, boosts confidence, and sets them up for a lifetime of calm, cooperative care. Puppy School Puppy School is designed to help you and your dog learn together! While your puppy builds a strong foundation in key skills, such as crate training, grooming desensitization, polite leash walking, socialization and essential obedience commands like come, down, sit, place, and watch, you’ll learn how to guide and reinforce these behaviors at home. This program helps you and your puppy develop confidence, communication and a strong lifelong bond. 1/3 What's included: Puppy School: 24 Days of Enrichment, Training, & Socialization ($2280 Value) 3 Photobooths ($60 Value) 3 Private Lessons ($240 Value) 3 Ultimate Spa Packages ($300 Value) Heather's Heroes Transitional Lead ($40 Value) Treat Pouch ($20 Value) Upfront $2940 Bi-weekly $490 6 payments (First payment due at time of booking) Monthly $980 3 payments (First payment due at time of booking) BOOK NOW!