Catskills summer camp for dogs
Week-long and month-long stays from June through September: morning hikes, afternoons in the shade, and a pond to swim in. Pickup and drop-off from Manhattan and Brooklyn on scheduled Mondays.
Beat the City Summer on Shaded Trails and Mountain Water
Summer in Manhattan and Brooklyn turns sidewalks burning hot, while high humidity and city exhaust make outdoor exercise difficult. Dogs are often restricted to quick bathroom breaks around the block.
Gotham Paw Summer Camp offers an authentic mountain retreat. Dogs spend their summer days hiking shaded hemlock trails, swimming in a private spring-fed mountain pond, and resting in our air-conditioned lounge before evening meadow play.
Hour-by-Hour Experience Protocol
Every step is designed for maximum biological decompression, safety, and transparent owner communication.
Morning Meadow Play & Breakfast
Morning play across grassy meadows followed by breakfast prepared to your exact instructions.
Shaded Trail Hike & Pond Swimming
Hiking along shaded forest trails and swimming in our private spring-fed mountain pond with founder Christopher Mejo.
Rest in the Air-Conditioned Lounge
Quiet midday naps in our air-conditioned lounge on orthopedic memory foam dog beds with chilled pasture-raised bone broth.
Evening Play & Dinner
Gentle evening outdoor scent games and social play, followed by dinner and evening tick and coat care.
How Gotham Paw Solved the Urban Dilemma for Teddy
The Challenge
Prone to heat lethargy and boredom during muggy NYC July and August weeks.
Our Protocol
Spent two weeks at Gotham Paw Summer Camp, enjoying daily morning swims and shaded forest hikes.
The Outcome
Returned to Manhattan athletic, confident, and with a clean, shiny coat and excellent stamina.
"Teddy had the summer of his life. Swimming in the pond every day was a dream come true for him!"— Verified Client in Upper West Side, Manhattan
Camp Highlights
Everything designed around outdoor summer comfort and canine welfare.
Private Spring-Fed Pond
Air-Conditioned Lounge
Monday Chauffeur Transit
Transparent Rates & Packages
No hidden fees. Every program includes white-glove transport, safety equipment, and full concierge support.
7-Night Summer Camp Session
Monday-to-Monday full immersion: morning mountain hikes, daily pond swims, and round-trip NYC Sprinter transit.
- ✓ 7 nights of continuous, supervised mountain camp care
- ✓ Daily guided trail hikes and swimming sessions
- ✓ Rest time in our air-conditioned lounge
- ✓ Round-trip door-to-door NYC chauffeur transit included
- ✓ Daily photo and video updates sent by text
30-Night Summer Residency
Full monthly summer retreat: an entire summer month of mountain living, lake swims, and trail conditioning.
- ✓ Full month of mountain camp living
- ✓ Daily forest hikes and pond swimming
- ✓ Custom feeding and medication management
- ✓ Bi-weekly private grooming and paw care included
- ✓ Round-trip NYC chauffeur transit included
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about scheduling, building logistics, safety, and care standards.
Q. What dates does summer camp run?
Summer camp runs weekly from the first Monday of June through the last Monday of September.
Q. How does pickup and drop-off work?
We pick up your dog at your Manhattan or Brooklyn building on Monday morning between 7:15 and 8:30 AM, and return them the following Monday between 4:30 and 6:00 PM.
Q. Where do dogs sleep and rest?
Dogs sleep in our air-conditioned lounge on individual orthopedic memory foam beds with Christopher Mejo on site 24/7.
Q. Is my dog required to swim?
Never. Dogs that love water can swim to their heart's content in our private spring-fed mountain pond, while dogs that prefer dry land can wade in shallow streams or relax in shaded grass.
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Reserve Your Dog's Summer Camp Stay
Summer camp capacity is strictly limited to maintain quiet household dynamics. Schedule a consultation to check dates.
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Thank you for your inquiry. Our expedition team has received your companion's profile and will reach out shortly. You can also pick an instant 30-minute slot on our live calendar.