top of page

Holiday Clean-Up — Why a Post-Daycare or Post-Boarding Bath Is the Best Gift You Can Give Your Dog

  • Writer: Christina
    Christina
  • Dec 30, 2025
  • 1 min read

Holiday Clean-Up — Why a Post-Daycare or Post-Boarding Bath Is the Best Gift You Can Give Your Dog


Happy dog with a tricolor coat stands on a muddy path, mouth open in a playful expression. Background is blurred and earthy.

Between muddy winter weather, festive activities, and lots of playtime, dogs can get dirty fast in December.


That’s why so many Baltimore pet parents add a bath to their daycare or boarding stay at The Downtown Dog Resort & Hospital.


Here’s why a holiday clean-up bath is the perfect treat.






1. Winter Weather = Messy Dogs


Cheerful dog with a red collar sits in a tub of bubbles in a cozy room. Sunlight streams through a window, creating a warm atmosphere.

Snow, mud, and salt make winter one of the dirtiest seasons for pups.

A bath helps wash away:

  • Road salt

  • Dirt & mud

  • Winter odors

  • Dander buildup

  • Loose fur

Your home will thank you!





2. Post-Boarding Baths = Fresh for the Holidays


Many families return from holiday travel and go straight to:

  • Family gatherings

  • Holiday dinners

  • Visiting relatives

And nothing ruins the moment like a stinky dog greeting guests.

A bath ensures your dog looks and smells amazing.


Fluffy dog in a bathtub, tongue out, in a cozy bathroom with a mirror and photos on the wall. Warm lighting, playful mood.

3. Perfect After Daycare Playtime


Daycare is loads of fun, especially outdoors—but it can also mean:

  • Dust

  • Doggy drool

  • Rolling

A bath keeps your dog clean after all that excitement.




4. Better Skin & Coat Health


Regular bathing helps:

  • Reduce shedding

  • Remove allergens

  • Keep skin moisturized

  • Prevent matting in long coats

It's comfort and health in one.



Dog under beige blanket with colorful toys, looking curious. Person in background holds a mug. Bright room, cozy atmosphere.

5. Easy Add-On to Any Reservation


We make bath add-ons simple—and dogs LOVE the warm water in cold months.

Give Your Dog the Gift of Freshness This Season


Whether your pup stays for daycare or a luxury holiday boarding suite, a bath is the perfect finishing touch.

Comments


OPENING HOURS

MONDAY-FRIDAY

6am-8pm

​SATURDAY-SUNDAY

8am-4pm

 

ADDRESS

200 West McComas St 

Baltimore, MD 21230
info@downtowndogresort.com
T / 443-869-4071
F / 443-869-4105

 

  • Instagram
FIND​ US

© 2023 by Downtown Dog Resort and Hospital. Proudly created with Wix.com

bottom of page