About Colby’s Dogcare and Spa

Pet resort in NoMa

Colby's Dogcare and Spa is an independently owned pet resort at 200 K St NE in the NoMa neighborhood of Washington, DC, serving NoMa, the H St Corridor, Capitol Hill, Mount Vernon Triangle, and surrounding neighborhoods. It was founded by Michael Pastreich, who wanted a better home away from home for his dog, Colby. The resort offers all-suite boarding, daycare across four climate-controlled playrooms, full-service grooming, and what it calls proven dog training.

Staff and enrichment

Staff are on site 24 hours a day and receive ongoing education with PackPro. Daily group enrichment exercises include group sit and follow the leader, and parents can choose among activity packages that range from playtime to enrichment classes. A free assessment day is the first step for new dogs.

What to ask

Ask what the training program covers, whether it runs as private sessions or within daycare, who leads it, and how it is priced.