PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY

★ 4.9 · 36 Google reviews·Dog daycare·East Hampstead, MA
PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY, East Hampstead
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 36 reviews · top 14% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.6
Reviews read
36 on Google
Average stars
4.90 ★
Rank
#44 of 352 in Boston
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published7 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20

PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY is a dog daycare in East Hampstead, MA, offering daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 36 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #44 of 352 in Boston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.

Key facts

Services
Daycare
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Boston
#44 of 352
Google rating
★4.9 (36)
From downtown
37.0 mi
Neighborhood
East Hampstead
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 requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Your dog must be up-to-date on the following: • Distemper / Parvo • Bordetella (frequently called the Kennel Cough Vaccination) This must be up-to-date and there is a waiting period of 7 days after receiving this vaccination to attend daycare. • Rabies”preppypawsnh.com/faq-s
Bordetella lead time7 days before arrival
Their words
“there is a waiting period of 7 days after receiving this vaccination to attend daycare.”preppypawsnh.com/faq-s
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Have a negative stool sample within the last 6 months for parasites and Giardia”preppypawsnh.com/faq-s
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“each dog must pass an evaluation prior to becoming a member of our pack.”preppypawsnh.com/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Please contact your veterinarian and have them send your dogs history to us at: [email protected]”preppypawsnh.com/faq-s
Operations2 of 21 published
HousingCrate free
Their words
“We are primarily a crate-free facility however have a few on hand for all dog lunch breaks and as needed for any downtime.”preppypawsnh.com/our-facility
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Our outside play area is a specialty turf manufactured specifically for dog daycares and dog parks. Turf = no mud and less ticks!”preppypawsnh.com/faq-s
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Spay / neuterNot 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
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
FeedingNot 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

9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★35
4 ★0
3 ★0
2 ★1
1 ★0
★ 4.90Google average
36reviews 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

friendly staff 15welcoming staff 5clean facility 5doggy daycare 4tired 4playtime 3safe environment 3tired dogs 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Handling & correction
Owner e-collars/training collars are permitted in daycare; staff say they use them minimallyStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay
Posts pictures frequently on FacebookStated on their website
Minimum age
Youngest age allowed is 3 months (12 weeks), or as approved by a vetStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
6 AM–6 PM
Tue
6 AM–6 PM
Wed
6 AM–6 PM
Thu
6 AM–6 PM
Fri
6 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
37 mi
Weekday hours span
6 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

45 Danville Rd, East Hampstead, NH 03826

37.0 miles from downtown Boston · East Hampstead · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY

What services does PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY offer?
PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY is listed as a dog day care center in East Hampstead, MA, offering daycare.
How much does PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY charge?
We did not find a published rate on PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY'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 PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY?
PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY'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 PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #44 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 36 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

PREPPY PAWS STAY & PLAY, East Hampstead, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/preppy-paws-stay-and-play/

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