Happy Paws Pet Camp
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 279 reviews · top 20% in Atlanta
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 279 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #58 of 327 in Atlanta
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08
Happy Paws Pet Camp is a dog daycare in Smyrna, GA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 279 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #58 of 327 in Atlanta. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Atlanta
- #58 of 327
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (279)
- From downtown
- 9.5 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“All dogs must be up-to-date on the following vaccines: Rabies Distemper/Parvo (DHPP or DAPP) Bordetella (Kennel Cough) We also strongly recommend Canine Influenza .”happypawspetcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Every dog must pass a temperament test and evaluation period before joining the pack.”happypawspetcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Proof of vaccination must be submitted and approved before attending daycare, boarding, or grooming.”happypawspetcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions
Operations5 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Is staff on-site 24/7? Yes your dog is never left alone overnight. Our facility is staffed and monitored around the clock. During sleep hours, team members remain on-site”happypawspetcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“Campers enjoy open play areas, cozy rest zones, and the freedom to move always under the watchful care of our experienced staff.”happypawspetcamp.com/
Groups separated bySize, age and temperament
Their words
“Campers are carefully grouped by size, age, and temperament , and play is monitored by trained staff our Pack Leaders who are skilled in canine behavior and group management.”happypawspetcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions
HousingCage free
Their words
“At Happy Paws, cage-free means your dog enjoys freedom, movement, and companionship not confinement. Instead of kennels, our campers relax on cozy cots and blankets in open, supervised space”happypawspetcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions
FeedingOwner's food required
Their words
“We do not provide house food. All campers must bring their own food from home to ensure consistency and prevent upset tummies.”happypawspetcamp.com/frequently-asked-questions
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot 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
Administers medicationNot 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
9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
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
dog socialization 10eager campers 7temperament test 3worn out dogs 3overnight boarding 3excited dogs 3separate play areas 2no crates 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- How a stay is counted
- Boarding is charged on a 24-hour basisStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Boarding pickup after your drop-off time adds daycare feesStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Senior dogs
- Senior dogs get shorter play sessions, frequent rest breaks and smaller groupsStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- No Pit Bull Terriers, American Bulldogs, Staffordshire Terriers, Chows, or mixesStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Sun
- Closed
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
- 15.3 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 7 PM
- Open Sunday
- No
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
3990 Atlanta Rd SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
9.5 miles from downtown Atlanta · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Happy Paws Pet Camp
What services does Happy Paws Pet Camp offer?
Happy Paws Pet Camp is listed as a dog day care center in Smyrna, GA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Happy Paws Pet Camp charge?
We did not find a published rate on Happy Paws Pet Camp's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Atlanta median published boarding rate is $45/night across 106 facilities.
What vaccines does Happy Paws Pet Camp require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Happy Paws Pet Camp?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Happy Paws Pet Camp compare with other Atlanta facilities?
It ranks #58 of 327 in the Atlanta index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 279 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Happy Paws Pet Camp, Smyrna, GA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/atlanta-ga/happy-paws-pet-camp/Similar places near Smyrna
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