The Wag Spot
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.1 /10Excellent · 114 reviews · top 82% in Columbus
Sources
Behind the 9.1
- Reviews read
- 114 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.50 ★
- Rank
- #130 of 163 in Columbus
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$40 /nightFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$30middle $44$65
Below the Columbus middle price
Sources
Behind the $40
- Source
- The Wag Spot’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Boarding Rates Single Night $40 Family Rate $35 / Dog 6 or more nights $35/ night ... Single Day Full Day $27 Family Rate $22 / Dog”Open their price page ↗
The Wag Spot is a dog daycare in Columbus, OH, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.1/10 (excellent) from 114 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars — #130 of 163 in Columbus. Its website lists boarding from $40 per night and daycare from $27 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 6.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareDog walkingBoardingGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $40/night
- Daycare rate
- $27/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Columbus
- #130 of 163
- Google rating
- ★4.5 (114)
- From downtown
- 1.8 mi
- Neighborhood
- University District
- Additional dog
- Family Rate $35 / Dog
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
6/27
6 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“we kindly ask that all day care guests meet the following requirements : At least 4 Months Up to Date on Vaccines (Rabies, Bordetella, & Distemper)”wagspotdogs.com/wag-spot-day-care/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 9 months
Their words
“Spayed/ Neutered if over 9 months.”wagspotdogs.com/wag-spot-day-care/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“Attend a free Wag Spot Play Date/ Assessment.”wagspotdogs.com/wag-spot-day-care/
Operations4 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“With 24 hour on-site staff and personalized care, your dog will be in good hands from drop-off to pick-up.”wagspotdogs.com/boarding/
HousingSuite and crate
Their words
“in a crate, in a private room with a cozy cot, or alongside their doggy friends, we’ve got them covered.”wagspotdogs.com/boarding/
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described in 4 reviews, not stated by the facility
FeedingOwner's food required
Their words
“Please bring your dog’s food in a hard container with a secure lid, clearly labeled with their name and feeding instructions.”wagspotdogs.com/boarding/
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot 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
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
9.1ExcellentDogs 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
accommodating staff 16photo updates 4affordable 4large play area 3nail trim 3bows and bandanas 2compatible hours 2play dates 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Boarding and daycare guests must be at least 4 months oldStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Tue
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Wed
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Thu
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Fri
- 6 AM–9 PM
- Sat
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sun
- 7 AM–7 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
1171 N Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
1.8 miles from downtown Columbus · University District · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Wag Spot
What services does The Wag Spot offer?
The Wag Spot is listed as a dog day care center in Columbus, OH, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Wag Spot charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $40 per night and daycare at $27 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 The Wag Spot require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Wag Spot?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does The Wag Spot compare with other Columbus facilities?
It ranks #130 of 163 in the Columbus index by Dogs Away score (9.1/10, excellent), based on 114 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Wag Spot, Columbus, OH. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/columbus-oh/the-wag-spot/Similar places near Columbus
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