Shipyard Dog Co
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.1 /10Excellent · 52 reviews · top 72% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.1
- Reviews read
- 52 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.50 ★
- Rank
- #240 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$65 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-09
$50middle $70$90
Below the Boston middle price
Sources
Behind the $65
- Source
- Shipyard Dog Co’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-09
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Boarding Rates $65 Per Night (Includes daycare) ... Half Day (5 hrs or less) $30 Full Day (over 5 hrs) $45”Open their price page ↗
Shipyard Dog Co is a dog daycare in Hingham, MA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.1/10 (excellent) from 52 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars — #240 of 352 in Boston. Its website lists boarding from $65 per night and daycare from $45 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycarePet sittingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $65/night
- Daycare rate
- $45/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Boston
- #240 of 352
- Google rating
- ★4.5 (52)
- From downtown
- 10.6 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
10/27
10 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
“WHAT VACCINATIONS/RECORDS ARE REQUIRED? Bordetella (Canine Cough) Rabies DHLPP (Distemper)”shipyarddogco.com/faq
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Negative fecal exam required within the past 12 months.”shipyarddogco.com/daycare
Spay / neuterRequired from 12 months
Their words
“All dogs must be spayed or neutered by 12 months old.”shipyarddogco.com/faq
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“Shipyard Dog Co. requires all new dogs to participate in a no charge evaluation prior to using daycare or boarding services.”shipyarddogco.com/daycare
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“upload the required vaccination records & town license”shipyarddogco.com/faq
Operations5 of 21 published
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“we will escort them into one of our private staterooms so they can have some quiet time to relax and re-charge for their next round of fun.”shipyarddogco.com/daycare
HousingSuite
Their words
“Your dog will feel right at home in one of our newly built, spacious and private suites with tempered glass doors and raised beds with blankets.”shipyarddogco.com/boarding
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“We have another 5,000 square feet of outdoor play yards for the pups to enjoy running and playing in, with swimming pools for the warmer months.”shipyarddogco.com/
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“Medication : Topical and oral medication are administered at no additional charge.”shipyarddogco.com/boarding
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Existing clients can book online and reserve services for your pet at your convenience.”shipyarddogco.com/
Show 17 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot 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
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
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
9.1ExcellentDogs 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
staff 12grooming 7anxious dog 2affordable 2cleanliness 2compassion 2leash 2home 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Late pick-up
- $20 late fee for boarding pick-up outside the set timesStated on their website
- Cancellation
- One night of board charged for same-day cancellations and no-showsStated on their website
- Fire & emergency protection
- Class A fire suppression system with sprinklers and sensorsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2022-12-07 |
| 2022 | — | $35/day | Archived page, 2022-12-07 |
| 2023 | $50/night | — | Archived page, 2023-09-25 |
| 2023 | — | $40/day | Archived page, 2023-12-10 |
| 2024 | $50/night | — | Archived page, 2024-09-09 |
| 2024 | — | $40/day | Archived page, 2024-10-09 |
| 2025 | $60/night | — | Archived page, 2025-12-11 |
| 2025 | — | $43/day | Archived page, 2025-10-16 |
| Now | $65/night | $45/day | Their website, 2026-09-09 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
- Sat
- 9:30 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM–12 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
- 9.5 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 AM – 7:30 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
191 Beal St, Hingham, MA 02043
10.6 miles from downtown Boston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Shipyard Dog Co
What services does Shipyard Dog Co offer?
Shipyard Dog Co is listed as a dog day care center in Hingham, MA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Shipyard Dog Co charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $65 per night and daycare at $45 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-09). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Boston median published boarding rate is $70/night.
What vaccines does Shipyard Dog Co require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Shipyard Dog Co?
Shipyard Dog Co'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 Shipyard Dog Co compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #240 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.1/10, excellent), based on 52 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Shipyard Dog Co, Hingham, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/shipyard-dog-co/Similar places near Hingham
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