Happy Mailman Dog Retreat
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 121 reviews · top 48% in Austin
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 121 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #40 of 87 in Austin
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$50 /nightFrom their website, 2026-07-07
$45middle $55$65
Below the Austin middle price
Sources
Behind the $50
- Source
- Happy Mailman Dog Retreat’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-07-07
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Standard Boarding $50/night … 10+ Nights Boarding $45/night”Open their price page ↗
Happy Mailman Dog Retreat is a boarding facility in Austin, TX, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 121 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #40 of 87 in Austin. Its website lists boarding from $50 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $50/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Booking & cameras
- Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-03
- Rank in Austin
- #40 of 87
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (121)
- From downtown
- 10.8 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, 2026-08-03. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Their words
“All vaccinations – Rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella* – must be current. Pets seven months or older must be spayed or neutered.”happymailmandogretreat.com/
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“Pets seven months or older must be spayed or neutered.”happymailmandogretreat.com/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Dogs staying with Happy Mailman must first complete a trial day so we can evaluate how they interact with other dogs.”happymailmandogretreat.com/
Operations6 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“We do not breed discriminate at Happy Mailman; however, an open play environment is not suitable for all dogs. Dogs staying with Happy Mailman must first complete a trial day so we can evaluate how they interact with other dogs.”happymailmandogretreat.com/
Outdoor accessYard — described in 4 reviews, not stated by the facility
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Play Yards Manager Lives Onsite Great Location Quiet Environment Off-Leash Play Climate-Controlled”happymailmandogretreat.com/
ToursTours offered
Their words
“Contact us today to set up your free playday and get a tour of our facility!”happymailmandogretreat.com/
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“We are happy to administer medications as well at no additional charge.”happymailmandogretreat.com/
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“If your dog has a sensitive stomach or is a newcomer to Happy Mailman, we encourage you to bring your pet's own food to help protect against stomach upset.”happymailmandogretreat.com/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot 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
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
9.4ExcellentDogs 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
friendly staff 21dog daycare 10dog care 7accommodating staff 5outdoor space 4german shepherd 2happy dogs 2location 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- No fee for non-holiday changes or cancellations; holidays need 7 days' notice or 100% is chargedStated on their website
- Handling & correction
- Daycare staff use positive reinforcementStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- All dogs must be over 3 months oldStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2024-12-05 |
| 2025 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2025-11-08 |
| Now | $50/night | — | Their website, 2026-07-07 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 7–11 AM, 4–7 PM
- Tue
- 7–11 AM, 4–7 PM
- Wed
- 7–11 AM, 4–7 PM
- Thu
- 7–11 AM, 4–7 PM
- Fri
- 7–11 AM, 4–7 PM
- Sat
- 7–11 AM, 4–7 PM
- Sun
- 4–6:30 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- AUS · Austin-Bergstrom
- 15.4 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 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
8850 US-290, Austin, TX 78736
10.8 miles from downtown Austin · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Happy Mailman Dog Retreat
What services does Happy Mailman Dog Retreat offer?
Happy Mailman Dog Retreat is listed as a kennel in Austin, TX, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Happy Mailman Dog Retreat charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $50 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-07-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Austin median published boarding rate is $55/night.
What vaccines does Happy Mailman Dog Retreat require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Happy Mailman Dog Retreat?
Happy Mailman Dog Retreat's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-08-03). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Happy Mailman Dog Retreat compare with other Austin facilities?
It ranks #40 of 87 in the Austin index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 121 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Happy Mailman Dog Retreat, Austin, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-03. https://dogsaway.co/austin-tx/happy-mailman-dog-retreat/Similar places near Austin
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