Happy Tails

★ 4.7 · 122 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Salem, MA

DaycareBoarding

Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 122 reviews · top 38% in Boston

Sources

Behind the 9.4

Reviews read: 122 on Google
Average stars: 4.70 ★
Rank: #126 of 352 in Boston
Ratings as of: July–October 2026

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Published rate$70 /night

$50middle $70$90

About the Boston middle price

From their website, 2026-09-09

Sources

Behind the $70

Source: Happy Tails’s own website
Checked on: 2026-09-09
Rate type: First dog, standard night

“1 Dog All Day $35 ... Holiday Charge = $5 Per Day Before, On, & After Holiday ... Boarding fee *Boarding 1 Dog $70 per night Boarding fee *Boarding 2 Dog $65 each per night”

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Happy Tails is a dog daycare in Salem, MA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 122 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #126 of 352 in Boston. Its website lists boarding from $70 per night and daycare from $35 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.

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

Key facts

Services: DaycareTrainingDog walkingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
Type: Dedicated facility
Boarding rate: $70/night
Daycare rate: $35/day
Open 24 hours: No
Rank in Boston: #126 of 352
Google rating: ★4.7 (122)
From downtown: 32.3 mi
Holiday / peak: $5 per day before, on, and after holiday
Additional dog: 2 dogs $65 each per night
Profile claimed on Google: Yes

Policies & requirements

10/27

10 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 requirements4 of 6 published

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

Their words

“Proof of current vaccinations is essential before bringing your dog to our facility: 1. Rabies 2. Distemper 3. Bordetella (Kennel Cough)”happytailshome.com/new-clients/

Spay / neuterRequired from 8 months

Their words

“Additionally, all dogs over eight months must be neutered/spayed.”happytailshome.com/new-clients/

Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay

Their words

“Once done, contact us to schedule an evaluation day of dog daycare . During this full-day session, we observe your dog to determine if Happy Tails is the right fit.”happytailshome.com/new-clients/

Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word

Their words

“Bordetella vaccination proof must be provided for any dog boarding at Happy Tails INC.”happytailshome.com/new-clients/

Operations6 of 21 published

HousingCage free

Their words

“100% Cage Free Indoor/Outdoor Dog Daycare & Dog Boarding Facility in Salem NH .”happytailshome.com/

Outdoor accessYard and pool

Their words

“Dog daycare Salem NH at Happy Tails lets your pup roam freely between climate-controlled playrooms and a huge outdoor yard — complete with artificial turf, agility ramps, five swimming pools”happytailshome.com/

Climate controlClimate-controlled

Their words

“lets your pup roam freely between climate-controlled playrooms and a huge outdoor yard”happytailshome.com/

Photo / report-card updatesYes

Their words

“Your dog will continue to receive report cards during daycare”happytailshome.com/new-clients/

Administers medicationYes, for a fee

Their words

“Medication Charge = $5 Per Administration”happytailshome.com/dog-daycare-prices/

FeedingOwner's food accepted at no charge

Their words

““We Feed For FREE” At Happy Tails Dog Daycare, we proudly offer free feeding. Bring your pet’s food or choose our $7/day food plan featuring Nature’s Recipe dry food.”happytailshome.com/dog-daycare-prices/

Show 17 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

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

CapacityNot published on their website

Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website

ToursNot 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

5 ★109

4 ★3

3 ★2

2 ★0

1 ★8

★ 4.70Google average

122reviews behind the score

★ 4.62Boston 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

no cages 9outdoor play area 7overnight boarding 5no crating 4live videos 4indoor play area 3daily video updates 3high energy dog care 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Cancellation: Boarding deposit required; a 25% cancellation fee applies (no notice window stated)Stated on their website
If a dog is sick: Dogs showing illness are quarantined and sent home; return needs written vet consentStated on their website
Collars: Daycare dogs wear a snap or buckle ID collar; pinch, choke and flea/tick collars must be removedStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay: Report card on the stay at boarding pick-upStated 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
2024	—	$35/day	Archived page, 2024-11-04
2025	—	$35/day	Archived page, 2025-10-12
Now	$70/night	$35/day	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.

For travelers

BOS · Boston Logan: 32.7 mi

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

Location

2 Range Rd, Salem, NH 03079

32.3 miles from downtown Boston · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Happy Tails

What services does Happy Tails offer?

Happy Tails is listed as a dog day care center in Salem, MA, offering daycare, boarding.

How much does Happy Tails charge?

Its website lists overnight boarding at $70 per night and daycare at $35 per day (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 Happy Tails require?

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

Is someone on site overnight at Happy Tails?

Happy Tails's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-20). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.

How does Happy Tails compare with other Boston facilities?

It ranks #126 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 122 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.