The Dog Scoop

★ 4.8 · 100 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Newton, MA
The Dog Scoop, Newton
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 100 reviews · top 26% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.5
Reviews read
100 on Google
Average stars
4.80 ★
Rank
#85 of 352 in Boston
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published5 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20

The Dog Scoop is a dog daycare in Newton, MA, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 100 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #85 of 352 in Boston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.

Key facts

Services
DaycareTrainingDog walkingBoardingGrooming
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Boston
#85 of 352
Google rating
★4.8 (100)
From downtown
9.1 mi
Neighborhood
West Newton
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

5/27

5 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 requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Up to date on Rabies, DAPP (DHPP), and Bordetella vaccines. The dog flu vaccine is not required, but highly recommended.”thedogscoop.com/requirements/
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“Six (6) months of age or older Spayed or neutered”thedogscoop.com/requirements/
Operations3 of 21 published
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“full access to 5,000+ square feet of both indoor and outdoor space.”thedogscoop.com/daycare-facility/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our indoor area allows for a peaceful, climate controlled space where dogs can relax on comfortable beds or blankets”thedogscoop.com/daycare-facility/
AvailabilityWaitlist
Their words
“Clients are advised not to pay the deposit until they are off the waitlist.”thedogscoop.com/boarding-policies/
Show 22 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
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

9.5ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★91
4 ★4
3 ★0
2 ★1
1 ★4
★ 4.80Google average
100reviews 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

friendly staff 18kind staff 9dedicated staff 3communication 3grooming 3outdoor space 2dog grooming 2cleanliness 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Cancellation
Full deposit refund with 72 hours notice; 24-72 hours gets account credit; under 24 hours forfeitsStated on their website
If a dog is sick
Dogs with signs of illness are not permitted in daycare or boardingStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Anxious or shy dogs
May deny service to dogs that are aggressive or overly anxiousStated 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
10 AM–5 PM
Sun
10 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
11.6 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

216 Webster St, Newton, MA 02465

9.1 miles from downtown Boston · West Newton · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about The Dog Scoop

What services does The Dog Scoop offer?
The Dog Scoop is listed as a dog day care center in Newton, MA, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Dog Scoop charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Dog Scoop'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 The Dog Scoop require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Scoop?
The Dog Scoop'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 The Dog Scoop compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #85 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 100 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.

Cite this record

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

The Dog Scoop, Newton, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/the-dog-scoop/

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