Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 933 reviews · top 63% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 933 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #209 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published12 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston is a dog daycare in Boston, MA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 933 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #209 of 352 in Boston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 12.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Booking & cameras
- Online booking & owner portal via MoeGoFound on their website, 2026-10-03
- Rank in Boston
- #209 of 352
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (933)
- From downtown
- 2.0 mi
- Neighborhood
- South Boston
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
12/27
12 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
“All doggie daycare guests are required to show proof of current Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella vaccines (MA – a six month booster must be administered).”reddogpetresort.com/daycare/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 7 months
Their words
“We require all dogs seven (7) months and older to be spayed or neutered in order to participate in our doggie daycare program.”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“All dogs are required to complete an evaluation before being placed in a play group.”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Updated vaccine records must be received at least 48 hours prior to your pet's scheduled arrival date.”reddogpetresort.com/policies/
Operations8 of 21 published
Groups separated byActivity and level
Their words
“Our Doggie Daycare program is where dogs are grouped by activity level and interaction with other dogs”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Time out of their room4 potty breaks outside each day
Their words
“Lots of love and attention 24/7 care 2-3 meals per day as instructed by their owners Water freshened throughout the day 4 potty breaks outside each day”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“to play in our indoor/outdoor play areas”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“All guests receive a report card when checking-out from Red Dog”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
ToursTours by appointment
Their words
“Tours are given by appointment only Monday-Saturday.”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Veterinary accessVeterinarian on call
Their words
“With our trusted on-site veterinary partners, Boston Animal Hospital, just steps away, you can feel confident your pup is safe, happy, and well cared for.”reddogpetresort.com/boston/
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“Red Dog will administer the medication as it is directed on the original container. ... Please note there will be an additional charge for administering all medications.”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“MoeGo has launched at all Red Dog locations”reddogpetresort.com/moego-faqs/
Show 15 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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot 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
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot 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
9.2ExcellentDogs 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 36cat boarding 8anxious dogs 4daycare evaluation 3puppy playcare 2exhausted dog 2elderly dog care 2vet next door 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Late pick-up
- Overnight after-hours pick-up (pre-scheduled): $25 per hour, latest 10 pmStated on their PDF
- Cancellation
- Overnights: 24 hours' notice for a refund; peak periods need 72 hoursStated on their website
- Collars
- Daycare dogs must wear a flat-buckle collar with ID; flea/tick collars are 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
- Daily report card is a $5 add-on in the Boston price listStated on their PDF
- Senior dogs
- Senior dogs can stay overnight; dogs 10 or older need a Senior Pet Questionnaire firstStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Puppy Playcare daycare program starts at 12 weeks oldStated on their website
- Cats
- Offers overnight cat boarding at its Boston locationStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
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
- 8 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 1–4 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
- 3.6 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 7 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
274 Southampton St, Boston, MA 02118
2.0 miles from downtown Boston · South Boston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston
What services does Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston offer?
Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston is listed as a dog day care center in Boston, MA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston charge?
We did not find a published rate on Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston'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 Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston?
Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston'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 Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #209 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 933 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Boston, Boston, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/red-dog-pet-resort-and-spa-boston/Similar places near Boston
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