PAWS Dog Daycare

Dog Daycare SW Calgary & Inner City — PAWS Dog Daycare

PAWS Dog Daycare is at 1313 16 Ave SW in Sunalta — 2 minutes from Beltline, 5 from Downtown, 7 from Mission and Marda Loop. We serve all of SW Calgary and Calgary's inner-city communities. Every dog gets kennel-free open play, a daily 45-60 minute pack walk, and experienced pack leaders — from $37/day. First day free.

  • 1313 16 Ave SW, Calgary
  • Kennel-Free Since 2010
  • Daily Pack Walks
  • First Day Free
Serving SW Calgary Since 2010

Your neighbourhood daycare
is closer than you think.

SW Calgary dog owners have a real advantage: PAWS is right in your backyard. Our facility on 16 Ave SW sits at the edge of Sunalta, making the morning drop-off routine simple whether you're coming off Crowchild Trail heading downtown or cutting through on Bow Trail. No highway, no bridge — just a straight shot to your dog's favourite place.

  • SW Calgary Location

    1313 16 Ave SW — right off Crowchild Trail

  • Quick Drop-Off

    7-10 min from Marda Loop, Killarney & Bankview

  • SW Park Walks

    Pack walks through local SW pathways and green spaces

  • Kennel-Free All Day

    Open-play environment — no crates, no kennels

  • Small Playgroups

    Matched by size and temperament, never overcrowded

  • Free First Day

    No commitment — try us before you commit

Dogs on their daily pack walk through SW Calgary parks at PAWS Dog Daycare
SW Calgary Coverage

SW neighbourhoods we serve

Most SW clients are through the door in under 15 minutes. Here's how far you are from PAWS.

  • Beltline

    ~2 min

    Walk or drive — 2-minute drive or 12-minute walk along 17 Ave SW. Calgary's most dog-dense neighbourhood.

  • Sunalta

    ~2 min

    We're in your neighbourhood. 2-minute drive, or a short walk via 16 Ave SW.

  • Downtown

    ~5 min

    South via Centre St or 4 St SW across the Bow River. Easy on-the-way drop-off for office commuters.

  • Bankview

    ~5 min

    Head north on 17 St SW to 16 Ave SW. Easy on-the-way-to-work route.

  • South Calgary

    ~5 min

    North on 20 St SW to 16 Ave SW. Straightforward with no turns.

  • Mission

    ~7 min

    North on 4 St SW or west along 17 Ave SW. Bikeable via Elbow River pathway.

  • Marda Loop

    ~7 min

    Head north on 20 St SW, turn right on 16 Ave SW. Door to door in minutes.

  • Killarney

    ~8 min

    East on 17 Ave SW or 26 Ave SW, then north to 16 Ave. Simple morning route.

  • Rosscarrock

    ~10 min

    Crowchild Trail north to 16 Ave SW. Right on the way into downtown.

  • Glendale

    ~10 min

    Bow Trail east connects directly to our block. No highway needed.

  • Lakeview

    ~12 min

    North on Crowchild Trail or 37 St SW to Bow Trail, then east to 16 Ave SW.

  • Signal Hill

    ~15 min

    Bow Trail east — one of Calgary's fastest commuter corridors into the inner city.

Neighbourhood Dog Guides

Explore Your SW Calgary Neighbourhood

Off-leash parks, vet clinics, and pet-friendly spots — local guides for Beltline, Marda Loop, and Altadore.

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Downtown · Beltline · Mission

Inner-city neighbourhoods,
one daycare.

Downtown, Beltline, and Mission dog owners — PAWS is your closest kennel-free daycare.

  • Downtown Calgary

    A 5-minute drive south via Centre St or 4 St SW across the Bow River. Perfect for condo dogs who need real exercise — PAWS provides the kennel-free play and daily outdoor pack walks that high-rise living can’t. Drop off on the way to the office, pick up on the way home.

    Drop-off: 7–10 AM · Pickup: 3:30–7 PM

  • Beltline

    Calgary's most dog-dense neighbourhood is a 2-minute drive — or a 12-minute walk along 17 Ave SW. Many Beltline clients walk their dogs directly to our door through Tomkins Park. No car needed for one of the city's most walkable drop-offs.

    Walkable · Bikeable · Street parking available

  • Mission

    A 5-7 minute drive north on 4 St SW, or bikeable via the Elbow River pathway in about 15 minutes. Mission’s active, community-minded dog owners love PAWS for the same reason they love their neighbourhood — it takes dogs seriously. Real outdoor adventure, every day.

    Bikeable via Elbow River pathway

Dogs playing freely in supervised open-play environment at PAWS Dog Daycare
What's Included

What your dog gets
every single day.

PAWS isn't just supervised time indoors. Every visit includes real outdoor adventure, real social play, and real rest — the kind of day that sends your dog home calm, satisfied, and ready for a good sleep.

  • 45-60 Min Pack Walk

    Daily outdoor adventure through SW Calgary parks and pathways

  • Kennel-Free Play

    Open-plan facility — dogs roam and explore freely all day

  • Small Playgroups

    Groups matched by size, energy, and temperament

  • Experienced Leaders

    Pack leaders who know every dog by name

  • Rest & Enrichment

    Structured downtime so dogs recharge between play sessions

  • Free First Day

    Every new dog gets a complimentary intro day — no commitment

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Getting Here

Driving directions from SW Calgary

Our address is 1313 16 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0Z7. Street parking is available directly in front of the facility. Drop-off takes under five minutes.

From Downtown Calgary

  1. Head south on Centre St SW or 4 St SW
  2. Cross the Bow River, continue to 16 Ave SW
  3. Turn right — PAWS is at 1313 16 Ave SW

From Beltline / Mission

  1. Head west on 17 Ave SW to 14 St SW
  2. Turn right (north) onto 14 St SW
  3. Turn left onto 16 Ave SW — PAWS is at 1313

From Marda Loop / South Calgary

  1. Head north on 20 St SW
  2. Turn right (east) onto 16 Ave SW
  3. Continue to 1313 16 Ave SW on your right

From Killarney / Rosscarrock

  1. Head north on Crowchild Trail
  2. Take the 16 Ave SW exit heading east
  3. Continue east to 1313 16 Ave SW on your right

From Lakeview / Glendale / Signal Hill

  1. Take Bow Trail east toward downtown
  2. Turn left (north) onto 14 St SW
  3. Turn right (east) onto 16 Ave SW
  4. Continue to 1313 16 Ave SW on your right

From Bankview / Sunalta

  1. Head north on 17 St SW or 14 St SW
  2. Turn east onto 16 Ave SW
  3. Continue to 1313 16 Ave SW — we're on the south side

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SW Calgary Dog Daycare FAQ

Dog daycare in SW Calgary — questions answered.

Where is PAWS Dog Daycare located in SW Calgary?
PAWS Dog Daycare is at 1313 16 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0Z7, in the Sunalta neighbourhood. We sit right on 16 Ave SW near Crowchild Trail, within easy reach of Downtown, Beltline, Mission, Marda Loop, and all SW Calgary communities. Street parking is available directly in front.
How far is PAWS from Downtown, Beltline, and Mission?
Downtown is a 5-minute drive south via Centre St or 4 St SW. Beltline is a 2-minute drive — or a 12-minute walk along 17 Ave SW. Mission is 5-7 minutes via 4 St SW, or bikeable via the Elbow River pathway. All three are among our closest-served neighbourhoods.
Is PAWS good for downtown condo dogs?
PAWS is one of the best options for condo dogs in Downtown, Beltline, and Mission. Without a yard, dogs need real outdoor exercise and socialization — PAWS provides both with kennel-free open play and a 45-60 minute outdoor pack walk every day. Your dog comes home exercised and genuinely tired.
How far is PAWS from Marda Loop?
About 7 minutes. Head north on 20 St SW to 16 Ave SW, then east a few blocks to 1313 16 Ave SW. A simple on-the-way-to-work route with no highway required.
How much does dog daycare cost at PAWS?
Drop-in is $59.50 + GST per day. With packages: 5-Visit at $57.30/day, 10-Visit at $54.40/day, 20-Visit at $47.45/day. The Calendar Month unlimited pass works out to about $37/day. Every visit includes a 45-60 minute pack walk. The first day is always free.
Do you serve dogs from all SW Calgary and inner-city communities?
Yes. We welcome dogs from Downtown, Beltline, Mission, Sunalta, Bankview, South Calgary, Marda Loop, Killarney, Rosscarrock, Glendale, Lakeview, Signal Hill, and beyond. Our location on 16 Ave SW is easy to reach from Crowchild Trail, Bow Trail, and the Bow River bridges.

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