Harbor Hounds
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 57 reviews · top 6% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.7
- Reviews read
- 57 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #19 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$50 /dayFrom their website, 2026-09-09
$35middle $42$50
Above the Boston middle price
Sources
Behind the $50
- Source
- Harbor Hounds’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-09
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Boarding (daycare clients only) Pricing $ 50 Full Day 7am-7pm $ 50 $ 45 Second Dog $ 45”Open their price page ↗
Harbor Hounds is a dog daycare in Boston, MA, offering daycare. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 57 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #19 of 352 in Boston. Its website lists daycare from $50 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Top 6% in Boston#19 of 352 by Dogs Away score, from 57 reviews.
No overnight staffStated on the facility’s own website.
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
- DaycareGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $50/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Boston
- #19 of 352
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (57)
- From downtown
- 1.4 mi
- Neighborhood
- Jeffries Point
- 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, 2026-10-20. 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
“All dogs must be up-to-date on the following vaccinations: Rabies Distemper Kennel Cough (Bordetella)”theharborhounds.com/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Must have had a clear fecal exam within last 6 months, including Giardia Elisa test”theharborhounds.com/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Every dog must be evaluated by Harbor Hounds prior to participating in any activity.”theharborhounds.com/
Operations6 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightNo — nobody is on site overnight
Their words
“Hours MONDAY-FRIDAY 7a-7p Drop offs between 7a-10a”theharborhounds.com/
Staff-to-dog ratio1:10 staff to dogs
Their words
“We have a 1:10 staff to dog ratio and all of our staff is trained in dog behavior, safe play, and health.”theharborhounds.com/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“I understand certain "activities" that my dog may participate in, including walks, playgroups, daycare, boarding, one-on-one play, movement within and outside the facility”theharborhounds.com/
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“Outdoor Area 1,000 sq. outdoor area with a 7 ft. wooden fence, accompanied by a raised up deck area and pools!”theharborhounds.com/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Pictures Keep up with us on our social media accounts to see daily pictures and videos”theharborhounds.com/
AvailabilityWaitlist
Their words
“OUR DAYCARE PROGRAM IS FULL. Please fill out a form to be placed on our waitlist!”theharborhounds.com/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot 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
9.7ExceptionalDogs 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 14socialization 4safe environment 4exceptional care 3social media updates 3training 3outdoor space 3exhausted dogs 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | — | $35/day | Archived page, 2018-12-04 |
| 2019 | — | $35/day | Archived page, 2019-12-21 |
| 2020 | — | $36/day | Archived page, 2020-07-28 |
| 2022 | — | $45/day | Archived page, 2022-06-15 |
| 2023 | — | $50/day | Archived page, 2023-03-16 |
| 2024 | — | $50/day | Archived page, 2024-03-21 |
| 2025 | — | $50/day | Archived page, 2025-03-16 |
| Now | — | $50/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.
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
- 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
- 1.2 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
256 Marginal St Bldg 14, Boston, MA 02128
1.4 miles from downtown Boston · Jeffries Point · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Harbor Hounds
What services does Harbor Hounds offer?
Harbor Hounds is listed as a dog day care center in Boston, MA, offering daycare.
How much does Harbor Hounds charge?
Its website lists daycare at $50 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-09). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does Harbor Hounds require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Harbor Hounds?
No — nobody is on site overnight, according to the facility's own website.
How does Harbor Hounds compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #19 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 57 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Harbor Hounds, Boston, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/harbor-hounds/Similar places near Boston
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