Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 727 reviews · top 14% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 727 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #44 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published9 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore is a pet boarding in Saugus, MA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 727 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #44 of 352 in Boston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Boston
- #44 of 352
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (727)
- From downtown
- 9.2 mi
- 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
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/northshore/?utm_source=googlemb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=weblink&utm_content=northshore
Operations7 of 21 published
Groups separated byActivity, level and interaction
Their words
“Our Doggie Daycare program is where dogs are grouped by activity level and interaction with other dogs”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Doggie Daycare with large outdoor play yards”reddogpetresort.com/northshore/?utm_source=googlemb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=weblink&utm_content=northshore
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Cozy Overnight Accommodations, including Villas with optional camera access”reddogpetresort.com/northshore/?utm_source=googlemb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=weblink&utm_content=northshore
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/
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“Red Dog will administer the medication as it is directed on the original container.”reddogpetresort.com/faqs/
Online bookingYes — described in 4 reviews, not stated by the facility
Show 17 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot 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
Time out of their roomNot 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
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
9.6ExceptionalDogs 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
daycare 33overnight boarding 14clean facility 13welcoming atmosphere 10daycare evaluation 4shy dog 4online booking 4tired dog 4
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 $20 per hour, latest 10 PM; pre-scheduled and prepaidStated on their PDF
- Cancellation
- Overnight deposit refundable with 24 hours notice; 72 hours in peak periodsStated 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 offered as a $5 add-onStated on their PDF
- Senior dogs
- Senior dogs may stay overnight; those 10 or older need a Senior Pet QuestionnaireStated on their website
- Cats
- Cat overnight stays offered at NorthshoreStated 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
- 8.6 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
190 Walnut St, Saugus, MA 01906
9.2 miles from downtown 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 Northshore
What services does Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore offer?
Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore is listed as a pet boarding service in Saugus, MA, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore charge?
We did not find a published rate on Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore'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.
Is someone on site overnight at Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore?
Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore'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 Northshore compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #44 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 727 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa Northshore, Saugus, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/red-dog-pet-resort-and-spa-northshore/Similar places near Saugus
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