Village Gate Animal Hospital
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 238 reviews · top 68% in Columbus
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 238 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #108 of 163 in Columbus
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$27 /dayFrom their website, 2026-10-19
$25middle $30$40
Below the Columbus middle price
Sources
Behind the $27
- Source
- Village Gate Animal Hospital’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-10-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard day
“Full Day Daycare per Day $27”Open their price page ↗
Village Gate Animal Hospital is a animal hospital in Columbus, OH, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 238 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #108 of 163 in Columbus. Its website lists daycare from $27 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 4.
Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- VeterinaryBoardingGroomingDaycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Veterinary practice
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- $27/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Columbus
- #108 of 163
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (238)
- From downtown
- 2.6 mi
- Neighborhood
- Fifth by Northwest
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
4/27
4 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, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Daycare participants must have evidence of current vaccinations, specifically: Rabies, Distemper combo, Leptospirosis, Canine Influenza and Bordetella.”villagegateveterinary.com/dog-daycare-columbus-oh/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Guests must also have a negative fecal exam yearly.”villagegateveterinary.com/dog-daycare-columbus-oh/
Operations2 of 21 published
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“Our spacious indoor facility contains playground equipment that encourages frolicking as well as access to an outdoor play area.”villagegateveterinary.com/dog-daycare-columbus-oh/
ToursTours offered
Their words
“our doggie daycare facility is open to client tours upon request.”villagegateveterinary.com/dog-daycare-columbus-oh/
Show 23 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
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
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot 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
9.2ExcellentDogs 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
caring staff 31dog care 10antibiotics 6quick appointment 3welcoming atmosphere 3clean facility 3calming staff 2vaccinations 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | $27/day | Archived page, 2024-11-09 |
| 2025 | — | $27/day | Archived page, 2025-10-17 |
| Now | — | $27/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
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–2 PM
- Sun
- Closed
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
1158 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212
2.6 miles from downtown Columbus · Fifth by Northwest · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedOnsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyAppointment requiredAppointments recommended
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Village Gate Animal Hospital
What services does Village Gate Animal Hospital offer?
Village Gate Animal Hospital is listed as a animal hospital in Columbus, OH, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Village Gate Animal Hospital charge?
Its website lists daycare at $27 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-10-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking.
What vaccines does Village Gate Animal Hospital require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Village Gate Animal Hospital?
Village Gate Animal Hospital'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 Village Gate Animal Hospital compare with other Columbus facilities?
It ranks #108 of 163 in the Columbus index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 238 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Village Gate Animal Hospital, Columbus, OH. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/columbus-oh/village-gate-animal-hospital/Similar places near Columbus
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