The Dog Stop - Franklinton
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 295 reviews · top 23% in Columbus
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 295 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #35 of 163 in Columbus
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published11 of 27From their website, 2026-10-19
The Dog Stop - Franklinton is a dog daycare in Columbus, OH, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 295 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #35 of 163 in Columbus. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 11.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Columbus
- #35 of 163
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (295)
- From downtown
- 0.7 mi
- Neighborhood
- Downtown
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
11/27
11 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 · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Prior to boarding and/or daycare, you must provide proof that the following vaccinations are current: Bordetella, Parvovirus & Distemper, and Rabies.”thedogstop.com/locations/ohio/franklinton/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 7 months
Their words
“Dogs over 7 months must be spayed or neutered in order to participate in daycare, however they may still be boarded.”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“On the first overnight stay at The Dog Stop®, we will evaluate your dog’s interactions with other guests.”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“you must provide proof of the following vaccinations from your vet”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Operations7 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“The dog boarding cost includes room, bedding, bowls, and a full day of daycare or personalized one-on-one attention for those pups who enjoy human interaction better.”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
HousingSuite
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Our 12,000+ square foot indoor and outdoor facility caters to every dog’s wish.”thedogstop.com/locations/ohio/franklinton/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Do you have cameras? Yes! All our dog daycare rooms are equipped with cameras so you can rest easy knowing your dog is being well cared for right from your phone or computer.”thedogstop.com/locations/ohio/franklinton/
Administers medicationCase by case
Their words
“We administer medications (pills, ointments, etc.) on a case-by-case basis. Just provide the medication and instructions at drop-off.”thedogstop.com/locations/ohio/franklinton/
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“your dog will be fed our House dog kibble at $3 a meal. Dogs will be fed in the morning and evening unless otherwise requested by the Owner.”thedogstop.com/locations/ohio/franklinton/
Show 16 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
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
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
dog grooming 16shy dogs 6dog cams 4clean facility 4spacious facility 3patient groomer 2quick tour 2text updates 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- 50% deposit; cancel 48+ hours before start or the deposit is forfeitedStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 5:45 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 5:45 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 5:45 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 5:45 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 5:45 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 10 AM–4 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
399 W State St, Columbus, OH 43215
0.7 miles from downtown Columbus · Downtown · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Dog Stop - Franklinton
What services does The Dog Stop - Franklinton offer?
The Dog Stop - Franklinton is listed as a dog day care center in Columbus, OH, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Dog Stop - Franklinton charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Dog Stop - Franklinton's website when we checked it (2026-10-19); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Columbus median published boarding rate is $43/night across 66 facilities.
What vaccines does The Dog Stop - Franklinton require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Stop - Franklinton?
The Dog Stop - Franklinton'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 The Dog Stop - Franklinton compare with other Columbus facilities?
It ranks #35 of 163 in the Columbus index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 295 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Dog Stop - Franklinton, Columbus, OH. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/columbus-oh/the-dog-stop-franklinton/Similar places near Columbus
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