The Whispering Wolf
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 20 reviews · top 14% in Boston
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 20 on Google
- Average stars
- 5.00 ★
- Rank
- #44 of 352 in Boston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$45 /dayFrom their website, 2026-09-09
$35middle $42$50
Above the Boston middle price
Sources
Behind the $45
- Source
- The Whispering Wolf’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-09
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“All Day PACK PLAY (6-8 HOURS approx) $45”Open their price page ↗
The Whispering Wolf is a dog daycare in Arlington, MA, offering daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 20 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars — #44 of 352 in Boston. Its website lists daycare from $45 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- Daycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $45/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Boston
- #44 of 352
- Google rating
- ★5.0 (20)
- From downtown
- 7.0 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 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
“All dogs must remain current on Rabies, Distemper/Parvo and Bordetella vaccines.”thewhisperingwolf.com/policies-and-procedures
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only
Their words
“The Whispering Wolf does not allow intact males over the age of 6 months or intact females over the age of 8 months to participate in our play sessions.”thewhisperingwolf.com/policies-and-procedures
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Step 2: A scheduled 1/2 Day Trial Visit with a Small Group Next, your dog will spend time with a small, mixed group of very friendly and submissive dogs.”thewhisperingwolf.com/policies-and-procedures
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“It is your responsibility to bring your dog’s vaccination records from a licensed veterinarian at enrollment and each time your dog’s vaccines are renewed.”thewhisperingwolf.com/policies-and-procedures
Operations4 of 21 published
Maximum playgroup size8-10 dogs
Their words
“In our Pack Play program, dogs are grouped into small packs of 8 to 10, first by size, then by play style and energy level.”thewhisperingwolf.com/about-us
Groups separated bySize, play style and energy
Their words
“In our Pack Play program, dogs are grouped into small packs of 8 to 10, first by size, then by play style and energy level.”thewhisperingwolf.com/about-us
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Featuring 3 climate controlled playrooms & outdoor space”thewhisperingwolf.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Featuring 3 climate controlled playrooms & outdoor space”thewhisperingwolf.com/
Show 19 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
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
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
9.6ExceptionalDogs 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
fun for dogs 4tired dogs 3caring staff 3kind and understanding owners 2pack play 2dog sitter 2large facility 2flexibility 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Fire & emergency protection
- Has a security and fire alarm system; evacuation protocol notifies owners to pick upStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Intact males over 6 months and intact females over 8 months may not join play sessionsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–5:30 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–5:30 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–5:30 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–5:30 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–5:30 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
- 9 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 8 AM – 5:30 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
51 Brattle St, Arlington, MA 02474
7.0 miles from downtown Boston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible parking lotFree street parkingOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Whispering Wolf
What services does The Whispering Wolf offer?
The Whispering Wolf is listed as a dog day care center in Arlington, MA, offering daycare.
How much does The Whispering Wolf charge?
Its website lists daycare at $45 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-09). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does The Whispering Wolf require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Whispering Wolf?
The Whispering Wolf'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 Whispering Wolf compare with other Boston facilities?
It ranks #44 of 352 in the Boston index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 20 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Whispering Wolf, Arlington, MA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/boston-ma/the-whispering-wolf/Similar places near Arlington
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