RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge

★ 4.9 · 8 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Cambridge, MA
RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge, Cambridge
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 8 reviews · top 38% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.4
Reviews read
8 on Google
Average stars
4.90 ★
Rank
#126 of 352 in Boston
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published6 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20

RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge is a dog daycare in Cambridge, MA, offering daycare. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 8 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #126 of 352 in Boston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor yard onlyPer 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
#126 of 352
Google rating
★4.9 (8)
From downtown
4.0 mi
Neighborhood
Porter Square
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

6/27

6 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
“Dogs must be vaccinated against bordetella and distemper, and upon reaching the age of six months, they must also receive a rabies vaccination and become licensed with the state.”riverdogdaycare.com/policies
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“In general, we require all new dogs over the age of six months to be spayed or neutered.”riverdogdaycare.com/policies
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“we require that all dogs new to our daycare undergo an evaluation with our trained staff.”riverdogdaycare.com/services/daycare
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Therefore, RiverDog requires these documents on file for all dogs over six months of age.”riverdogdaycare.com/
Operations2 of 21 published
Outdoor accessIndoor yard only
Their words
“Unfortunately, the city of Cambridge did not approve us for outdoor space at the Cambridge site.”riverdogdaycare.com/services/daycare
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“All of our locations are climate-controlled for your pet’s comfort”riverdogdaycare.com/services/daycare
Show 21 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
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
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
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

9.4ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★7
4 ★1
3 ★0
2 ★0
1 ★0
★ 4.90Google average
8reviews 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

nice workers 3caregivers 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Collars
May remove collars and harnesses during playtime; tags must stay accessibleStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Minimum age
Boarding: prefers puppies be at least 4 months old; daycare minimum is 10 weeksStated on their website
Breed & size limits
States it does not discriminate based on breedStated on their website
Unaltered dogs & females in heat
No females in heat at daycare; intact dogs over 6 months need manager approval to boardStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
7 AM–6:45 PM
Tue
7 AM–6:45 PM
Wed
7 AM–6:45 PM
Thu
7 AM–6:45 PM
Fri
7 AM–6:45 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
6.2 mi
Weekday hours span
7 AM – 6:45 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

2154 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140

4.0 miles from downtown Boston · Porter Square · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge

What services does RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge offer?
RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge is listed as a dog day care center in Cambridge, MA, offering daycare.
How much does RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge charge?
We did not find a published rate on RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge'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 RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge?
RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge'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 RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #126 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 8 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

Cite this record

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

RiverDog Daycare, Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/riverdog-daycare-cambridge/

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