Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.9 /10Exceptional · 275 reviews · top 3% in Columbus
Sources
Behind the 9.9
- Reviews read
- 275 on Google
- Average stars
- 5.00 ★
- Rank
- #4 of 163 in Columbus
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$45 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$30middle $44$65
About the Columbus middle price
Sources
Behind the $45
- Source
- Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Regular Indoor/Outdoor Run $45 per night for single dog Add $35 for second dog in the same run ... Daycare Options Fun for the Day! $25 per day”Open their price page ↗
Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare is a pet boarding in Ostrander, OH, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.9/10 (exceptional) from 275 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars — #4 of 163 in Columbus. Its website lists boarding from $45 per night and daycare from $25 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 10.
Top 3% in Columbus#4 of 163 by Dogs Away score, from 275 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoor runPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $45/night
- Daycare rate
- $25/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Columbus
- #4 of 163
- Google rating
- ★5.0 (275)
- From downtown
- 25.9 mi
- Additional dog
- Add $35 for second dog in the same run; $30 per dog for three or more
- 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, 2026-10-19. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Our boarding requirements are that dogs must be current on their Distemper, Rabies and Bordetella vaccinations unless a waiver is provided by a veterinarian.”happytailsdogboarding.net/faqs-policies/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“For the safety of your dog and all our other pups, any dog arriving without proof of vaccines will not be able to stay.”happytailsdogboarding.net/faqs-policies/
Operations8 of 21 published
Solo care for dogs who skip group playPaid add-on
Their words
“For energetic &/or anxious dogs, order treats or extras for your dog including a walk or ball time.”happytailsdogboarding.net/faqs-policies/
HousingIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Your pup will have its own generous indoor and outdoor kennel run.”happytailsdogboarding.net/boarding/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“All runs have flap door access to a private outdoor area featuring paw friendly pea-gravel.”happytailsdogboarding.net/
Capacity37
Their words
“Kennel has 37 spacious runs, including six extra large runs.”happytailsdogboarding.net/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our modern, custom built, 105 foot long dog-oriented kennel is heated & air-conditioned.”happytailsdogboarding.net/
ToursTours by appointment
Their words
“You may schedule a visit to the Happy Tails kennel.”happytailsdogboarding.net/
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“then we can administer the medications, including insulin shots. Any medication given will be charged $1-$5 per administration.”happytailsdogboarding.net/faqs-policies/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Book and manage your reservations any time with our Paw Partner online system.”happytailsdogboarding.net/
Show 17 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
Temperament evaluationNot 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
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot 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
9.9ExceptionalDogs 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
kennel 24clean facility 16dog walks 12dog interaction 7easy scheduling 5outdoor runs 5coonhound care 2spacious kennels 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Handling & correction
- Staff use a positive reinforcement approach when handling dogsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2024-12-14 |
| 2024 | — | $20/day | Archived page, 2024-12-13 |
| 2025 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2025-11-15 |
| 2025 | — | $20/day | Archived page, 2025-09-13 |
| Now | $45/night | $25/day | Their website, 2026-10-19 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 7:30 AM–6 PM
- Sun
- 7:30 AM–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
662 OH-257, Ostrander, OH 43061
25.9 miles from downtown Columbus · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare
What services does Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare offer?
Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare is listed as a pet boarding service in Ostrander, OH, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $45 per night and daycare at $25 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Columbus median published boarding rate is $43/night.
What vaccines does Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare?
Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-19). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare compare with other Columbus facilities?
It ranks #4 of 163 in the Columbus index by Dogs Away score (9.9/10, exceptional), based on 275 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Happy Tails Dog Boarding & Daycare, Ostrander, OH. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/columbus-oh/happy-tails-dog-boarding-and-daycare/Similar places near Ostrander
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