Boston Paws
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score8.8 /10Very good · 66 reviews · top 89% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 8.8
- Reviews read
- 66 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.30 ★
- Rank
- #295 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$85 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-09
$50middle $70$90
Above the Boston middle price
Sources
Behind the $85
- Source
- Boston Paws’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-09
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Standard Suite 4x6 Regular Rates $85 per night - one dog +$45 each additional dog (same suite) ... PRESIDENTIAL SUITE 5X8 Regular Rates $115 per night - one dog”Open their price page ↗
Boston Paws is a dog daycare in Boston, MA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 8.8/10 (very good) from 66 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars — #295 of 352 in Boston. Its website lists boarding from $85–$115 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $85–$115/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Boston
- #295 of 352
- Google rating
- ★4.3 (66)
- From downtown
- 6.7 mi
- Neighborhood
- Roslindale
- Holiday / peak
- Standard Suite Holiday Rates $110 per night - one dog; Presidential Suite Holiday Rate $140 per night - one dog
- Additional dog
- +$45 each additional dog (same suite, Standard tier)
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
5/27
5 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-10-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“These records must include proof of the following vaccinations/treatment for; rabies, parvovirus, distemper, bordatella, heartworm, fleas, and ticks.”bostonpaw.com/liabilty_waiver_&_service_aggreement.html
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“EVALUATION OF DOG PRIOR TO SERVICE Every new dog must be evaluated by Boston Paws prior to any service.”bostonpaw.com/liabilty_waiver_&_service_aggreement.html
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“I must furnish my dog's complete veterinary records to Boston Paws.”bostonpaw.com/liabilty_waiver_&_service_aggreement.html
Operations2 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our professionally trained staff is always here to train, exercise, and love your dog. Your dog is never left unattended or alone. We even have sleep supervisors overnight.”bostonpaw.com/hotel.html
FeedingOwner's food required
Their words
“Owners must bring food for your dog. This will avoid changes in the dog's diet, which can lead to increased stress and stomach issues.”bostonpaw.com/hotel.html
Show 22 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
Play modelNot 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
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
8.8Very goodDogs 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
caring staff 9grooming 8walk 4nail clipping 3trustworthy staff 3doggy daycare 3dog happiness 2kindness 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Late pick-up
- Daycare rule: $25 for every 15 minutes after the 6 pm pick-up time (with prior arrangement)Stated on their website
- Cancellation
- Hotel stays: 50% non-refundable deposit; cancel within 72 hours of the stay or pay the full amountStated on their website
- Holiday minimum stay
- Holiday bookings are a 3-night minimum; the holiday rate is charged for 3 nightsStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Dogs with a communicable disease in the last 10 days are not allowed in until a vet clears themStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $75–$105/night | — | Archived page, 2018-10-10 |
| 2021 | $75–$105/night | — | Archived page, 2021-12-06 |
| 2023 | $75–$105/night | — | Archived page, 2023-03-30 |
| 2024 | $85–$115/night | — | Archived page, 2024-11-13 |
| Now | $85–$115/night | — | Their website, 2026-09-09 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- BOS · Boston Logan
- 8.8 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 6 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
313 Belgrade Ave, Boston, MA 02131
6.7 miles from downtown Boston · Roslindale · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Boston Paws
What services does Boston Paws offer?
Boston Paws is listed as a dog day care center in Boston, MA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Boston Paws charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $85–$115 per night (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-09). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Boston median published boarding rate is $70/night.
What vaccines does Boston Paws require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Boston Paws?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Boston Paws compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #295 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (8.8/10, very good), based on 66 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Boston Paws, Boston, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/boston-paws/Similar places near Boston
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