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CANINE SOCIAL CLUB — LAKE CHARLES

For dogs who live well.

A kennel-free, hospitality-inspired day club and overnight stay — thoughtfully designed for comfort, calm socialization, and real rest.

Indoor Kennel-free Climate-controlled Temperament-matched Limited capacity Lake Charles
OUR PHILOSOPHY

Designed for comfort.
Built for calm.

Every element, from soft neutral interiors to warm residential lighting, is chosen with intention. Not an outdoor holding yard. Not a warehouse of barking chaos.

SOFT PLACES TO LAND

Sofa naps during the day. Real beds at night.

CALM BY DESIGN

Intentional group matching. Emotional safety over stimulation.

INDOOR & PROTECTED

Comfortable year-round, shielded from heat, humidity, and weather.

CLEAN, ALWAYS

Fresh, welcoming, and carefully maintained — always.

  DAY CLUB

A day well spent.

Structured social time paired with intentional rest. Thoughtful group matching, guided playtime, and lounge breaks — in a calm indoor setting.

$40 PER DAY

  OVERNIGHT STAYS

A night of real rest.

Kennel-free overnight stays designed around comfort and quiet evenings. Real beds, warm lighting, and a gentle morning routine.

$75 PER NIGHT

WHAT GUESTS SAYS

Dogs who've been here.

READ MORE REVIEWS

“I’ve never left a boarding facility without anxiety, until Dear Winnie. The calm I felt walking in told me everything I needed to know.”

SARAH M.

Mom to Biscuit, Golden Retriever

“My dog came home relaxed. Not exhausted, not anxious, just genuinely rested. I didn’t know that was possible at a boarding place.”

JAMES T.

Dad to Pepper, French Bulldog

“The intake process made me trust them more. The fact that they care about the right fit means I know my dog is with dogs like her.”

CLAIRE B.

Mom to Margot, Cavalier King Charles

GETTING STARTED

Every guest begins with an evaluation.

To protect the environment we’ve created,

every guest is thoughtfully considered before joining.

1

COMPLETE INTAKE FORM

Tell us about your dog, routines, preferences, temperament, and any details that matter to you. Yes, including the ice water preference.

2

VACCINATION VERIFICATION

Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella records are required prior to attendance. Active flea prevention required.

3

MEET AND GREED EVALUATION

A scheduled visit to ensure social compatibility and comfort in our kennel-free setting.

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS

We maintain limited capacity by design.

START INTAKE FORM

COMMON QUESTIONS

Good things to know.

Have more questions? Every detail is answered on our New Guests page.

VIEW ALL FAQS
Do dogs sleep in kennels?
How do you group dogs together?
Do you accept puppies?
Do dogs need to be spayed or neutered?
What vaccines are required?

"Some of us will cut corners on ourselves... but never on our dogs. Dear Winnie exists because our dogs deserve the same comfort at your place as they have at home. This is not just care. It's continuity."

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OUR STORY

LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA

Ready to find out if Dear Winnie
is the right fit?

Every guest begins with a conversation. Request a tour and we'll walk you through the space, answer your questions, and make sure it feels right — for you and for your dog.