I Returned From A 2-Week Work Trip To Find A Blue Tattoo On My Dog’s Stomach After Her Stay At A 24/7 Daycare

Returning from a two-week work trip, I found a small blue tattoo on my dog Zola’s stomach after her stay at Paws & Peace daycare. Confused, I posted in a neighborhood Facebook group, receiving guesses about spay or microchip marks. Zola was already spayed, so I checked the daycare’s paperwork, discovering an unapproved “complimentary wellness check” by a vet, Dr. Reyes. I called, and the receptionist confirmed a visual exam but couldn’t explain the tattoo. Dr. Reyes later admitted she marked Zola, assuming no spay record, despite my prior

documentation. Furious at the lack of consent, I emailed the daycare with evidence. The owner, Adil, apologized sincerely, offered a refund and lifetime membership, and promised to overhaul their consent process. Dr. Reyes sent a handwritten apology and a voucher. Zola recovered her usual spirit, and the tattoo became a reminder: mistakes happen, but accountability and grace matter more. Speak up honestly—you might find kindness in response.