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Murphy's Pup Bus

Dog Ranch & Daycare
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Everything you need to know about Murphy’s Pup Bus experience

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  • Ultimate doggy day-camp experience where dogs can truly be dogs.
  • Beautiful shaded fenced 5-acre ranch located within a larger 25-acre tree-filled property, 20 minutes east of Downtown Austin.
  • Pups enjoy:
    • Off-leash freedom
    • Swimming in the Pup Pool (2ft deep, 95% chemical free, always supervised)
    • Hiking shaded Pup Pines trails
    • Playing in the Pup Park
    • Relaxing in the Pup Tent cooled by our outdoor AC system.
  • Two daily sessions:
    • AM Session: 7:30 am – 12:30 pm
    • PM Session: 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm
  • Sessions include 13 dogs supervised by 2 trained Pup Pals
  • Pup Pals ensure every dog stays safe while having an amazing experience.

Less than 10 miles (20 minutes) east of Downtown Austin.

We currently offer door-to-door transportation across our main service zones, plus a central meeting point for clients outside these areas:

    • Zone 1 (Central Austin) – Pick-up occurs at your front-door (see map)
    • Zone 2: Central East (Cherrywood, French Place, Mueller)

    • The Pup Bus will stop at +2 group “Pup Stops” where you can bring your dog to and pick up from.

      • Group Pup-Stop 1: The Grove Signature Park (45th & Bullcreek at Dog Park/exercise equipment)

      • Group Pup-Stop 2: Brentwood Neighborhood Park (Yates & Vallejo)

See Service Area Page: https://pupbus.com/service-area/

  • Monday through Thursday
  • Two sessions daily:
    • AM Session 7:30 am – 12:30 pm
    • PM Session 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm
  • Dog’s can also sign up for both sessions
  • Dogs are picked up either from home or a nearby Pup Stop.
  • Retrofitted Pup Bus includes front & rear A/C, dog seat belts, and custom seating providing dogs with safe and comfy seating.
  • After the session, pups are safely returned home happy, tired, and ready for a nap 
  • Estimated pick-up and drop-off times will be provided to you based on your location on the Pub Bus route for your given session.
  • App notifications will alert you when the Pup Bus is approaching.
  •  * If you need us to be able to pick up and/or return your pup directly into your home or yard without you physically being there, let us know. This can be arranged safely.
  • We use each dog’s Transition Day to understand energy and temperament. This is then factored into ensuring our small group sizes are safe and fun for all the dogs in each small group. The fact that the dogs in each weekly session remain consistent from week to week, we are able to fine tune as needed until we arrive at optimal doggy harmony.

  • Fully fenced & secured ranch, allowing safe off-leash fun.

  • Shaded ranch, supervised Pup Pool, and Pup Tent cooled by our outdoor AC system.

  • GPS tracker is attached to each Pup. Even though all the Pups are supervised 100% of the time by our Pup Pals, this is an extra precaution as well as allows fast-find of any/all pups.

  • Climate-controlled Pup Bus, including the loving oversight of 2 Pup Pals.

  • Dog’s wear seatbelts and sit in custom seats on the Pup Bus ensuring high-level of safety and comfort.

  • No highway routes used during transportation.

  • All Pup Pals are experienced dog professionals, and Pet First Aid/CPR Trained.

  • Supervised swimming at all times.

  • Safety protocols to address situations where a dog is not behaving, and impacting the safety and enjoyment of other dogs.

  • We take all sensible precautions to minimize risks of problematic insects and wildlife, which can be a reality when outside in Texas. This includes daily grounds check, daily fence checks, and periodic flea/tick checks.

  • Online ‘Apply Now’ includes scheduling a 30min ‘meet & greet’ with the Pup Parent to discuss the Pup’s temperament and potential fit.
  • Pup Parents will be asked to wait a few minutes at the start of a Pups first session at the Pup Bus pick-up. This allows us to ensure your dog settles on the bus comfortably. Occasionally, a dog will not settle in, in which case we have to return the Pup to the Pup Parent at that time. Although we love all of them, we have to be thoughtful to the full group of Pups.
  • Day 1 is managed as a Transition Day. This day is used to provide the Pup with a gradual entry into the Murphy’s Pup Bus experience to give it the best chance for success and a positive experience. This also helps us ensure your Pup is a good fit.

  • If behavior challenges at the ranch: Pup takes a cool-off in supervised shaded fenced time-out area. After this cool-off, most dogs successfully rejoin the Pup Crew. If challenges persist, the Pup returns to time-out area.

  • In such cases, Pup Parents are updated at the end of the session at drop-off. After all drop-offs complete for the day, Craig will call the Pup Parent to discuss suggested next steps.

  • Dogs need to be Spayed/Neutered. However, male dogs less than 1yr will have the following exception* based on current vet recommendations for male dogs not yet fixed <1yr old. FYI, the reason we have chosen not to have the same exception for females is that it is hard to know what their first heat cycle will occur. The time leading up to it can still create strong reactions by the rest of the dog pack.

  • *Exception: Male dogs <1 year old may not yet be neutered. This will be monitored closely to ensure this does not lead to behavioral challenges. If challenges arise, the Pup Parent will be asked to have their pup re-join after neutering. Maintaining their spot on the bus would require continued membership during that interim period until neutering.

    • Vaccines required: Rabies, Bordetella, DHLPP

    • Monthly Flea & Tick prevention treatment (oral, topical)

  • Pup parents are contacted immediately if concerns arise.
  • A veterinary partner is available if emergency care is needed.
  • Emergency treatment may occur before contact if urgent care is required.
  • Registration includes a waiver acknowledging natural play risks and veterinary authorization.

  • Yes. Registration includes acknowledgment and approval for:

    • Liability waiver
      • Covers risks like scratches, bites, insect bites, transportation incidents, etc.
    • Vet waiver
      • Allows emergency veterinary care if required.
    • Vaccination verification
      • All vaccination and spay/neuter records must be uploaded to the customer portal.
  • Click “Apply Now”
  • Follow the application instructions and next steps

  • $60 per session

  • Includes:

    1. Transportation to and from Pup Ranch

    2. Dog nirvana! (All the experiences and love provided uniquely at Murphy’s Pup Bus: Dog Ranch & Daycare)

  • Daily videos and updates will be shared on social media.
  • Follow the day’s adventures from bus to ranch to back home.

 

Still Have Questions?

We’d love to chat! Reach out and we’ll answer any additional questions you might have. We love talking to our existing and potential Pup Parents.

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