Dogma Dog Care

★ 4.3 · 312 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Smyrna, GA

DaycareBoarding

Dogs Away score8.7 /10Very good · 312 reviews · top 94% in Atlanta

Sources

Behind the 8.7

Reviews read: 312 on Google
Average stars: 4.30 ★
Rank: #280 of 327 in Atlanta
Ratings as of: July–October 2026

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Published rate$46 /night

$35middle $45$65

About the Atlanta middle price

From their website, 2026-09-08

Sources

Behind the $46

Source: Dogma Dog Care’s own website
Checked on: 2026-09-08
Rate type: First dog, standard night

“DAYCARE Full Day $30 first dog ... BOARDING Dogma Den: $46 for dog per night $27 for each additional dog per night Luxury Condo Suites: $56 for dog per night”

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Dogma Dog Care is a dog daycare in Smyrna, GA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 8.7/10 (very good) from 312 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars — #280 of 327 in Atlanta. Its website lists boarding from $46–$56 per night and daycare from $30 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

Key facts

Services: DaycareTrainingBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
Type: Dedicated facility
Boarding rate: $46–$56/night
Daycare rate: $30/day
Open 24 hours: No
Rank in Atlanta: #280 of 327
Google rating: ★4.3 (312)
From downtown: 8.7 mi
Additional dog: $27 for each additional dog per night
Profile claimed on Google: Yes

Policies & requirements

9/27

9 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements4 of 6 published

Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis

Their words

“Vaccines we require are BORDATELLA, RABIES, and PARVO COMBO SHOT.”dogmadogcare.com/about/

Spay / neuterRequired for group play only

Their words

“Your dog(s) must be pet friendly and fixed/altered (if under 9 months) to play in the yard.”dogmadogcare.com/about/

Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay

Their words

“Please note, all dogs much have a Temperament Test completed to reserve boarding.”dogmadogcare.com/boarding/

Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word

Their words

“You are responsible for showing proof of vaccinations; you can email vaccine paperwork to [email protected], have your vet fax it to 770-436-4343 , or your can bring a hard copy with at check in.”dogmadogcare.com/about/

Operations5 of 21 published

Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff

Their words

“Dogma staff is trained in both animal behavior and pet CPR.”dogmadogcare.com/about-us/

Solo care for dogs who skip group playPaid add-on

Their words

“Private Care Additional $10/day when boarding Private Care is offered for both daycare or boarding dogs.”dogmadogcare.com/about/

HousingKennel and suite

Their words

“DOGMA DEN After a day of play, your dog retires to his/her own den for feeding and to relax. The dens are spacious enough for someone to walk and stand in.”dogmadogcare.com/boarding/

Outdoor accessYard

Their words

“Our Smyrna GA location has 3 outdoor play areas with over 2.5 acres of room to run and play.”dogmadogcare.com/

Administers medicationYes, including injections

Their words

“Medication per Dose $2 Medication per Shot $3”dogmadogcare.com/boarding/

Show 18 policies not published on their website

Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website

Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website

Staff on site overnightNot published on their website

Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website

Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website

Play modelNot published on their website

Groups separated byNot published on their website

Time out of their roomNot published on their website

CapacityNot published on their website

Climate controlNot published on their website

Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website

Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website

ToursNot published on their website

Injury / fight policyNot published on their website

Veterinary accessNot published on their website

FeedingNot published on their website

AvailabilityNot published on their website

Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

8.7Very goodDogs Away score

5 ★225

4 ★30

3 ★10

2 ★7

1 ★40

★ 4.30Google average

312reviews behind the score

★ 4.70Atlanta average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

pricing 26grooming 23webcams 14dog excitement 5dog nail trimming 3clean facility 3dog bathing and blow dry 2concrete yard 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time: Boarding check-out is 1 PM; later pick-ups cost $22 for the first dogStated on their website
Late pick-up: Pick-ups after 1 PM: $22 first dog, $17 each additionalStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay: Paid vacation photos, free Facebook/Instagram posts, and email or text updates on requestStated on their website
Senior dogs: Provides special care for senior dogsStated on their website
Anxious or shy dogs: Suggests its more secluded, quiet suites for high-anxiety dogsStated on their website
Cats: Boards cats in a large private cat room with a play centerStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
Year	Boarding	Daycare	Source
2021	$41–$48/night	$24/day	Archived page, 2021-12-30
2022	—	$28/day	Archived page, 2022-12-04
2023	—	$30/day	Archived page, 2023-12-09
2024	—	$30/day	Archived page, 2024-12-07
2025	—	$30/day	Archived page, 2025-11-09
Now	$46–$56/night	$30/day	Their website, 2026-09-08

First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.

Hours

Mon: 6:30 AM–7 PM
Tue: 6:30 AM–7 PM
Wed: 6:30 AM–7 PM
Thu: 6:30 AM–7 PM
Fri: 6:30 AM–7 PM
Sat: 7:30 AM–6 PM
Sun: 3–6 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

ATL · Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta: 14.1 mi
Weekday hours span: 6:30 AM – 7 PM
Open Sunday: Yes

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

4790 Wright Dr SE, Smyrna, GA 30082

8.7 miles from downtown Atlanta · Get directions

Amenities & details

Identifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceFree parking lotOn-site parking

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Dogma Dog Care

What services does Dogma Dog Care offer?

Dogma Dog Care is listed as a dog day care center in Smyrna, GA, offering daycare, boarding.

How much does Dogma Dog Care charge?

Its website lists overnight boarding at $46–$56 per night and daycare at $30 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Atlanta median published boarding rate is $45/night.

What vaccines does Dogma Dog Care require?

According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.

Is someone on site overnight at Dogma Dog Care?

Dogma Dog Care's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.

How does Dogma Dog Care compare with other Atlanta facilities?

It ranks #280 of 327 in the Atlanta index by Dogs Away score (8.7/10, very good), based on 312 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars.