Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 76 reviews · top 39% in Columbus
Sources
Behind the 9.5
- Reviews read
- 76 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #61 of 163 in Columbus
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$28 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$25middle $30$40
About the Columbus middle price
Sources
Behind the $28
- Source
- Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Full Day $28 Over 4 hours of dog daycare can significantly impact your pet's socialization and behavior”Open their price page ↗
Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio is a dog daycare in Columbus, OH, offering daycare. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 76 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #61 of 163 in Columbus. Its website lists daycare from $28 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yardPer 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
- $28/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Columbus
- #61 of 163
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (76)
- From downtown
- 9.3 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
7/27
7 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“dogs must be current annually on the following vaccinations (veterinary proof required prior to their first day of daycare or boarding): Rabies Distemper Booster (DHLP) Bordetella Canine Influenza”pathways2independenceohio.org/dog-pack
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“Spayed/Neutered: Dogs over 7 months old must be spayed or neutered.”pathways2independenceohio.org/dog-pack
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“To enroll in our boarding services, all dogs must pass a behavior temperament assessment to ensure they are friendly towards both people and other dogs.”pathways2independenceohio.org/dog-pack
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“veterinary proof required prior to their first day of daycare or boarding”pathways2independenceohio.org/dog-pack
Operations3 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“We offer All Day, Open Play Daycare in our 15,000 sq. ft. facility”pathways2independenceohio.org/dog-pack
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Additionally, we have a large outdoor area where your pup can do their “business” without jeopardizing potty training at home.”pathways2independenceohio.org/dog-pack
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“Can you give medications? Yes, we can administer medications with clear written instructions and labeled packaging.”pathways2independenceohio.org/dog-pack
Show 20 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
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot 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
9.5ExceptionalDogs 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
friendly staff 13safe environment 2pups having fun 2cause 2doggy daycare 2energy 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Daycare offers 1:1 individual walks for anxious or overstimulated dogsStated on their website
- Minimum age
- Dogs must be at least 3 months old for boardingStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- No breed restrictions for boardingStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | $28/day | Archived page, 2025-11-13 |
| Now | — | $28/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 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
6400 Huntley Rd Ste 100, Columbus, OH 43229
9.3 miles from downtown Columbus · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio
What services does Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio offer?
Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio is listed as a dog day care center in Columbus, OH, offering daycare.
How much does Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio charge?
Its website lists daycare at $28 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio?
Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio'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 Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio compare with other Columbus facilities?
It ranks #61 of 163 in the Columbus index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 76 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Pathways to Independence of Central Ohio, Columbus, OH. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/columbus-oh/pathways-to-independence-of-central-ohio/Similar places near Columbus
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