Homedog Resort & Daycare
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 159 reviews · top 23% in Columbus
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 159 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #35 of 163 in Columbus
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$60 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$30middle $44$65
Above the Columbus middle price
Sources
Behind the $60
- Source
- Homedog Resort & Daycare’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“DOG BOARDING 1ST DOG 2ND DOG ADD’L DOGS Standard Suite (Peak Rate) $60($64) 50 ($54) $42 ($45) Sleepover* $70 ($75) $55 ($60) $35 ($40) ... OPEN PLAY FULL-DAY (OVER 6HRS) $32 $27 $18”Open their price page ↗
Homedog Resort & Daycare is a pet boarding in Columbus, OH, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 159 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #35 of 163 in Columbus. Its website lists boarding from $60–$70 per night and daycare from $32 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 15.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer 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
- $60–$70/night
- Daycare rate
- $32/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Columbus
- #35 of 163
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (159)
- From downtown
- 0.8 mi
- Neighborhood
- Brewery District
- Holiday / peak
- Peak rate: $64 standard suite, $75 sleepover
- Additional dog
- Standard Suite: 2nd dog $50 ($54 peak), additional dogs $42 ($45 peak)
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
15/27
15 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 requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Please bring proof that your dog is current on Distemper/Parvo (sometimes called DHPP or DAPP), Bordetella, Rabies and Canine Influenza.”homedogresort.com/faq
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“We also require all our guests to use a flea/tick treatments, heart-worm preventative and have a negative fecal test within the past 12 months.”homedogresort.com/faq
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“WE ONLY ACCEPT INTACT DOGS UNDER 6 MONTHS OLD. ALL DOGS OVER 6 MONTHS OLD MUST BE SPAYED OR NEUTERED.”homedogresort.com/faq
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“Our temperament tests are free and last 2 hours. We temperament test all our guests to ensure the safety of all our guests”homedogresort.com/faq
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Please bring proof that your dog is current on Distemper/Parvo (sometimes called DHPP or DAPP), Bordetella, Rabies and Canine Influenza.”homedogresort.com/faq
Operations10 of 21 published
Groups separated byPlay style and personality
Their words
“to place each dog in a pack that matches their play style and personality.”homedogresort.com/faq
Time out of their roomOutside at least every 2 hours
Their words
“Depending on the weather, your dog may be outside the entire day if not we ensure they have a chance to go outside every 2 hours.”homedogresort.com/faq
Solo care for dogs who skip group playRequired for some dogs
Their words
“in the event your dog does not enjoy our off-leash playgroups they will be placed into one of our 1-on-1 programs.”homedogresort.com/dog-boarding
HousingCage free suite
Their words
“Our dog boarding resort isn t your typical kennel because we offer a cage-free experience. What exactly is a cage-free dog boarding experience? While your dog stays with us, they won t be in a crate or cage but instead in a custom-built, private suite ranging in size from 4 4 to 8 8.”homedogresort.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“We provide our guests with 5 indoor & 4 outdoor play areas to ensure each dog is matched with playmates who enjoy the same type of play”homedogresort.com/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“We provide our guests with the most enjoyable experience by providing access to webcams in our indoor and outdoor play areas. These cameras allow our guests to check in on their furbaby and better understand what goes on during the day.”homedogresort.com/
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“Typically if a dog is exhibiting signs of illness we first contact the guest’s parents to have them pick up their dog. If they are unable to do so, we would transport the dog to their respective vet.”homedogresort.com/faq
Administers medicationIncluded
Their words
“Dog needs fed? Included. Dog needs medicine? Included.”homedogresort.com/faq
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“Yes, we strongly recommend that you bring your dog’s normal food as a sudden change in diet could lead to an upset stomach”homedogresort.com/faq
Online bookingYes
Their words
“You can book your dog’s stay when picking them up from their assessment, online using our customer portal or by calling us at 614-525-0020.”homedogresort.com/dog-boarding
Show 12 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
Play modelNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot 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
9.6ExceptionalDogs 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
puppy school 6dog socialization 4dog fun 4dog happiness 4live cam 3excited dogs 3behavior training 3tired dogs 3
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | — | $25/day | Archived page, 2018-08-04 |
| 2018 | $35/night | — | Archived page, 2018-08-04 |
| 2019 | — | $25/day | Archived page, 2019-10-22 |
| 2019 | $35/night | — | Archived page, 2019-10-23 |
| 2020 | — | $25/day | Archived page, 2020-10-28 |
| 2020 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2020-10-28 |
| 2021 | — | $25/day | Archived page, 2021-05-07 |
| 2021 | $40/night | — | Archived page, 2021-05-07 |
| 2022 | — | $27/day | Archived page, 2022-12-02 |
| 2022 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2022-12-02 |
| 2023 | $58/night | — | Archived page, 2023-09-27 |
| 2023 | — | $32/day | Archived page, 2023-11-30 |
| 2024 | $58/night | — | Archived page, 2024-06-23 |
| Now | $60–$70/night | $32/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
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 10 AM–4 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
561 Short St, Columbus, OH 43215
0.8 miles from downtown Columbus · Brewery District · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Homedog Resort & Daycare
What services does Homedog Resort & Daycare offer?
Homedog Resort & Daycare is listed as a pet boarding service in Columbus, OH, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Homedog Resort & Daycare charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $60–$70 per night and daycare at $32 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 Homedog Resort & Daycare require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Homedog Resort & Daycare?
Homedog Resort & 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 Homedog Resort & Daycare compare with other Columbus facilities?
It ranks #35 of 163 in the Columbus index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 159 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Homedog Resort & Daycare, Columbus, OH. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/columbus-oh/homedog-resort-and-daycare/Similar places near Columbus
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