All services | Dog Boarding | Cat Boarding | Exotic Animal Boarding | Doggy Daycare | Professional Grooming | Agility, Flyball and Freestyle | Education Program | Boutique

Boarding for dogs

During your dog’s stay with us, your companion will be accommodated in one of our spacious condos for dogs or in one of our suites for dogs. He will be comfortable, cuddled, and secure. We offer four outings per day in our outdoor exercise area, including one outing of 30 minutes either inside our outside, depending on the weather.

The materials used for construction were chosen in order to ensure impeccable cleanliness. An air exchange system gives us excellent air quality.

Your dog has specific needs, call us. Sandie, our canine behaviour specialist, will be more than happy to discuss them with you.

We have an animal health care technician on site that can administer any medication your pet may need.

Our condos for dogs are spacious, impeccably clean. Dogs feel safe and secure. One of our canine guests shows you how delighted he is with the amount of space he has in his condo.
Condo for dogs
Our oversized suites for dogs are large enough for two large animals.
Suite for dogs
Rema, a rescued Greyhound from Ville Saint Laurent, takes a nap after an exuberant exercise session.
Comfort above all!

Optional services

Various optional services can be added to the basic dog boarding.

By combining the overnight boarding service with the doggy daycare you kill two birds with one stone; you offer yourself a well deserved break and fido gets a more stimulating stay. What a great idea!

You can also offer your deserving canine other services that he is sure to like. You can choose to treat your dog to individual play sessions with our monitors, long walks, personalized treats and grooming.

Vaccines

Current vaccines are required, no exceptions: DHPP, Rabies and Bordetella.

It is recommended that you provide the food for your dog, a drastic change as well as stress could cause gastric indigestion for certain dogs.

We recommend that all canine guests be protected against fleas.

Be assured that our highly trained staff will pay close attention to your animal in order to avoir as much as possible any health problem.






Photos Exterior yard for dogs in daycare or boarding.



The size of the exterior exercise yard allows for plenty of room to run and play safely with other dogs in boarding and daycare.
Most of our daycare dogs come from Laval and Ville Saint Laurent. Many also come from Cartierville, Ahuntsic and various regions of the North Shore.
One of our graduates from obediance level 1 comes from Montreal North and just loves to play with other dogs.


Boarding for cats

At Auberge Zen, cats purr with joy. Our multi-level condos for cats are large, offer fresh clean air and lots of  space to play.
Our feline condos
We offer your cat spacious multi-level condos. Your feline companion will have 1 outing per day to stretch and play in our superb “cat room” especially decorated for your feline companion.

Optional services

Your cat will also have the choice of different optional services such as play sessions with our monitors, personalized treats or a grooming.

Vaccines

We require that the RCP vaccines be up to date, no exceptions. We also recommend that all our guests be treated against fleas.

We recommend that you provide the food for your cat; a drastic change as well as stress could cause gastric indigestion for certain cats.

Be assured that our highly trained staff will pay close attention to your animal in order to avoir as much as possible any health problem.

Cat owners have peace of mind knowing that we have an animal health care specialist on staff and deal only with reputable veterinaries. Cats come from all corners of Laval for our luxurious accommodations. Owners leave knowing their animal is in good hands.
Boarding for cats Multi-level suite for cats


Here, cats are never bored. They can even look at dogs and birds from the window of our
Cat boarding, there is never a dull moment in our "Cat room"


Boarding for birds and exotic animals

We offer boarding for all species of birds and all species of exotic and unusual animals such as parrot, ferrets, rodents and reptiles (except spiders).

We invite you to come and see our room specially conceived with your bird and exotic animal in mind. You are always welcome and no appointment is necessary.

You have the option of either bringing your own cage or using one of ours.

Please bring your own food.

We offer boarding for birds, rodents and exotic animals such as chinchilla, mink, guinea pig, hampster.
We can accommodate parrot, budgie, canari,finch, cockatiel, rabbit, rat, mice, iguana, chameleon, boa.
Boarding suite for exotic animals.







Multi-level cages for our boarding guests the ferrets.


Doggy Daycare

Our doggy daycare is a great alternative to dog parks Indoor day care playground

NEW in Laval and Montreal

is our daycare service for dogs. It was specifically conceived to offer your companion exercise and socialization with other dogs in a safe and stimulating environment. What an excellent solution for your busy lives!

The inclement weather prevents you from taking walks, you don’t have the time to give your dog exercise, or you want him to socialize with other dogs in a safe environment? Our doggy daycare is the ideal solution!

We believe without a doubt that a lack of exercise and boredom can cause behavior issues and many health problems in dogs.
Sandie, our canine behaviour specialist, will help you establish a schedule according to your needs.

Small dogs are always separated from the bigger ones.

All dogs 6 months of age and older must be spayed or neutered. We require that the DHPP, Rabies and Bordetella vaccines be up to date. We recommend that all our guests be treated against fleas.

For the security of your dog, all dogs must meet certain requirements before being accepted in daycare. Your dog will be evaluated for its temperament towards other dogs as well as humans prior to being accepted in daycare.
Daycare is a good solution when the dog park or sufficient time to walk are not available. Small dogs need exercise and socialization also.
Small dogs play amongs themselves, separate form the larger dogs.
The daycare service is offered from Monday through Friday from 7h30 to 18h00. We can now accept your dog for daycare as early as 7 am (a minimum of 24 hr notice is required)

One of our additional services is a play session animated by one of our specialized monitors. Note the size of the playroom Dogs just love coming back for their cuddles and their canine friends. A large dog enjoying his rope.
At the daycare dogs are cuddled, play with other dogs and have space to run and socialize.


Professional Grooming

Auberge Zen pour animaux offers a gentle grooming service without anaesthesia. Animal care and the well-being of your companion is our priority.

Whether your dog or cat is in need of a simple brushing or a full grooming session, our qualified staff will deliver a service that will meet your highest standards and your pet will be perfectly pampered!


Available hours with an appointment are monday to sunday from 9h00 until 18h00

Promotions of the month
  •  10% discount on first grooming
  •  7th grooming at 1/2 price.
  •  receive one 1/2 doggy daycare free on the 10th grooming.
  •  40$ discount on grooming when you buy a monthly doggy daycare pass
Dog in need of a wash and combing.
Before



This dog is now looking good!
After



Some dogs need more! No matter how matted, our professionals will make your dog look and feel great.
Before
No case is too difficult for our grooming professionals.
After
Grooming is done in a safe and gentle manner. Dogs feel safe and loved. Note the cleanliness of the room.


Please call in advance to reserve your place.



Agility

Agility is Canada’s most popular canine sport. This activity helps the dog to develop self-confidence and helps develop a great relationship between the owner and his best friend.

This enriching sport consists of the owner leading his dog through an obstacle course. This activity is a good way to provide exercise while having lots of fun and laughs.

Our training methods are purely positive and motivating. No experience required. All breed types are welcome. Dogs must be at least 6 months of age, current in their vaccines, and sociable with other dogs.

We accept a maximum of 8 people per group, so reserve early.

3 levels are offered : beginner, intermediate and advanced.

Duration: 6 weeks of 1 hour per lesson.
No matter how big or how small, wether a pure breed or a mutt, all dogs love agility classes.
I just love this sport. Look at me go!

The next agility classes start       

Level 1-Saturdays at 9h00:
13th nov 2010, 15th jan 2011, 5th mar 2011,
23rd apr 2011, 4th june 2011

Level 2 - Saturdays at 10h00:
13th nov 2010, 15th jan 2011, 5th mar 2011,
23rd apr 2011, 4th june 2011

                                                 

Level 3, Saturdays at 11h00:
13th nov 2010, 15th jan 2011, 5th mar 2011,
23rd apr 2011, 4th june 2011

Note: The classes will now be given outside in our newly established area just for you!



Flyball

The sport of Flyball is a relay race between 2 teams of four dogs. Each dog must run down, jump 4 hurdles, catch a ball on a flyball box, bring the ball back while jumping the hurdles again. The team that finishes first, wins! This is a high energy sport your dog is sure to love.

The next flyball classes start

Level 1- Sundays at 9h00:
14th nov 2010, 16th jan 2011, 6th mar 2011,
24th apr 2011, 5th june 2011

Level 2 - Sundays at 9h00:
14th nov 2010, 16th jan 2011, 6th mar 2011,
24th apr 2011, 5th june 2011

Level 3, Sundays at 9h00:
14th nov 2010, 16th jan 2011, 6th mar 2011,
24th apr 2011, 5th june 2011

 

Freestyle

You like music and dance, but don’t want to be alone in your activity. Your canine companion makes the ideal partner! No need to be an expert dancer, the natural bond that exists between you and your dog is all you need. Freestyle consists of a choreographed series of moves and tricks that you and your dog perform to music. You will develop your creative side and all while sharing this moment with canine partner. Let the music begin.....  

Tnext freestyle classes start Levels 1&2 Sunday july 4th at 12h00
                                              Level 4- Sunday july 4th at 11h00

note : The classes will now be given outside in our newly established area just for you!



Montreal animal daycare
I can't afford to miss in front of such a crowd!

Education program

All our courses, from beginner to advanced, are intended to show you, friend and companion to your dog, how to communicate your expectations to your dog while using motivational methods and common sense.

Obedience is an essential discipline to a good communication between the owner and his dog. It establishes a common language, builds leadership and creates lifelong bonds.

Different levels are offered in groups, in private or in the comfort of your home.

Puppy classes, obedience 1, obedience 2, advanced, and behavior modification

We accept a maximum of 8 people per group, so reserve early. We do not refuse any dog, regardless of the problem.

We require that the DHPP, Rabies and Bordetella vaccines be up to date We recommend that all dogs be protected against fleas.

Puppy classes

This course is intended for puppies aged 2 to 6 months old. It is an initiation to obedience and basic commands (sit, lie down, introduction to walking on a leash, give, come) as well learning how to get your dog’s undivided attention.

This class is an excellent way to offer your young canine socialization and play. We will also introduce you to proper housebreaking, biting management, no jumping, and basic care.

Puppy classes are scheduled for Saturdays at 10h30: 23rd oct 2010, 27th nov 2010, 12th feb 2011, 9th apr 2011, 21st may 2011

Obedience level 1

This course consists of basic training and is intended for dogs aged 6 months or older. The aim of this course is to teach your dog good manners and help establish a good relationship between you and your dog.

These courses are done ON A LEASH and consist of teaching your dog to heel, sit, lie down, stand, stay, come and place.

The next obedience level 1 class is scheduled to start on Tuesdays at 19h00: 23rd nov 2010, 1st feb 2011, 22nd mar 2011, 17th may 2011

Obedience level 2

The second level includes the same exercises as level 1 but WITHOUT A LEASH. It also includes the down and recall commands from a distance.

This course provides you with the proper knowledge and training techniques necessary to master your relation between you and your dog.
The next obedience level 2 class is scheduled to start on Tuesdays at 20h00: 23rd nov 2010, 1st feb 2011, 22nd mar 2011,


Clients teaching their dogs the command sit while on a leash; Fido finds this exercise interesting.
Notice how the dogs pay attention to their owner.

Requirements: The dogs must have completed level 1.

The next obedience level 2 classes start regularly. Please contact us for schedule

Behavior modification

Following a detailed evaluation, the trainer will establish a rehabilitation program while keeping your needs and expectations in mind.

During your visits, he will provide you with the necessary instructions to modify the undesirable behaviours of your dog.

Obedience workshop

This program aims those who only want to work on a few obedience problems. It consists of 4 one hour private lessons that are tailored to your specific needs.



Boutique

Products for animals, dog food, cat food, nutrition for animals. Please visit our great 'zen' boutique specially designed to better serve you. Opened from Monday through Friday, 7:30 to 20:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 to 18:00.

We have filled our shelves with a whole range of products and foods for animals chosen for their quality and for the well-being of your animals.

Some brands in store :

  • Eagle Pack Holistic Select
  • VetDiet
  • Daba-Doo
  • Kong
  • Halti
  • and other Hunter brand accesories