Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score8.3 /10Good · 407 reviews · top 98% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 8.3
- Reviews read
- 407 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.10 ★
- Rank
- #327 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published7 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital is a animal hospital in Dorchester, MA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 8.3/10 (good) from 407 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars — #327 of 352 in Boston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- VeterinaryDaycareBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Veterinary practice
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Boston
- #327 of 352
- Google rating
- ★4.1 (407)
- From downtown
- 4.8 mi
- Neighborhood
- Dorchester
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
7/27
7 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, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Daycare Vaccinations Yes. You will be required to provide proof of the following vaccinations, performed within the last year. DOGS Distemper/Parvo combo Rabies Bordatella Heartworm test within last year On heartworm preventative Fecal exam within last 6 months Influenza Vaccine”callananveterinarygroup.com/pet-care-is-our-specialty/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Fecal exam within last 6 months”callananveterinarygroup.com/neponset-animal-hospital/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Does my pet need vaccinations to be boarded? Yes. You will be required to provide proof of the following vaccinations, performed within the last year.”callananveterinarygroup.com/pet-care-is-our-specialty/
Operations4 of 21 published
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“will be engaged in age-appropriate exercise through one-on-one and group play. Additional exercise opportunities are available for both individual and group play.”callananveterinarygroup.com/pet-care-is-our-specialty/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Dogs in daycare spend much of their day in group play with dogs of their size in our secure outdoor play yards. ... When the weather is bad group play is moved indoors”callananveterinarygroup.com/pet-care-is-our-specialty/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“our clean, secure, and climate controlled facility produce a stable environment that you can depend on”callananveterinarygroup.com/neponset-animal-hospital/
FeedingEither house or owner's food
Their words
“We provide Science Hill Diet or Purina Pro Plan pet food, fresh water at all times, and premium treats. You may also bring lunch and/or treats from home.”callananveterinarygroup.com/pet-care-is-our-specialty/
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
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
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
8.3GoodDogs 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
grooming 46cat care 9welcoming staff 8nail trimming 4clean facility 4daycare 3covid policy 2kennel 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- If a dog is sick
- Boarding facilities isolate and treat guests with known conditionsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- 7:30 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- BOS · Boston Logan
- 5.5 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 6:30 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
961 Morrissey Blvd, Dorchester, MA 02122
4.8 miles from downtown Boston · Dorchester · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital
What services does Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital offer?
Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital is listed as a animal hospital in Dorchester, MA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital charge?
We did not find a published rate on Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital's website when we checked it (2026-10-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Boston median published boarding rate is $70/night across 78 facilities.
What vaccines does Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital?
Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital'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 Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #327 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (8.3/10, good), based on 407 Google reviews averaging 4.1 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Neponset Pet Center & Animal Hospital, Dorchester, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/neponset-pet-center-and-animal-hospital/Similar places near Dorchester
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