The Dog Nanny
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.1 /10Excellent · 90 reviews · top 72% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.1
- Reviews read
- 90 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.50 ★
- Rank
- #240 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$80 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-09
$50middle $70$90
Above the Boston middle price
Sources
Behind the $80
- Source
- The Dog Nanny’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-09
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Full-Day Daycare $ 49 2nd Dog – $39 ... Boarding Pricing APPLY NOW Boarding $ 80 2 Dogs from the same family – $150”Open their price page ↗
The Dog Nanny is a dog daycare in Andover, MA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.1/10 (excellent) from 90 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars — #240 of 352 in Boston. Its website lists boarding from $80 per night and daycare from $49 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareDog walkingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $80/night
- Daycare rate
- $49/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Boston
- #240 of 352
- Google rating
- ★4.5 (90)
- From downtown
- 18.7 mi
- Additional dog
- 2 dogs from the same family $150 boarding; 2nd dog $39 daycare
- 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Be vaccinated for - Bordetella, Distemper, and Rabies”thedognannyonline.com/services/dog-daycare/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Phone interview and schedule an evaluation Pass temperament test evaluation”thedognannyonline.com/services/dog-daycare/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Send us a photo of your rabies tag”thedognannyonline.com/services/dog-daycare/
Operations3 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Your dog will enjoy a kennel-free environment where a human is with them around the clock to ensure comfort and safety.”thedognannyonline.com/services/dog-boarding/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“We have 5 large outdoor play yards where your dog can run, explore, and enjoy the fresh air.”thedognannyonline.com/services/dog-daycare/
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“There’s no additional fee for administering medications; We can administer medication by mouth, in your dog’s food, or topically.”thedognannyonline.com/services/dog-boarding/
Show 21 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot 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
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
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
9.1ExcellentDogs 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
grooming 6socialization 5dog safety 3nap 3exhausted dogs 2staff feedback 2pricing 2fun environment 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- 5 days notice to cancel or change boarding; later cancellations are charged 100% of the reservationStated on their website
- Holiday minimum stay
- Two-night minimum over holiday periods (e.g. Thanksgiving weekend, Massachusetts school vacations)Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Senior dogs
- Accepts new boarding dogs only up to 10 years oldStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Unaltered dogs up to 18 months may be evaluated; unspayed dogs must be picked up if they go into heatStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | — | $38/day | Archived page, 2019-11-20 |
| 2020 | — | $39/day | Archived page, 2020-12-03 |
| 2021 | — | $42/day | Archived page, 2021-10-22 |
| 2024 | — | $49/day | Archived page, 2024-09-07 |
| Now | $80/night | $49/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
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–5 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
- 19.3 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 6:30 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
112 Tewksbury St, Andover, MA 01810
18.7 miles from downtown Boston · Get directions
Questions about The Dog Nanny
What services does The Dog Nanny offer?
The Dog Nanny is listed as a dog day care center in Andover, MA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Dog Nanny charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $80 per night and daycare at $49 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 The Dog Nanny require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Nanny?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does The Dog Nanny compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #240 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.1/10, excellent), based on 90 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Dog Nanny, Andover, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/the-dog-nanny/Similar places near Andover
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