Downtown Dog

★ 4.6 · 300 Google reviews·Dog daycare·Dallas, TX

DaycareBoarding

Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 300 reviews · top 67% in Dallas

Sources

Behind the 9.2

Reviews read: 300 on Google
Average stars: 4.60 ★
Rank: #251 of 406 in Dallas
Ratings as of: July–October 2026

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Published rate$52 /night

$35middle $50$70

About the Dallas middle price

From their website, 2026-08-19

Sources

Behind the $52

Source: Downtown Dog’s own website
Checked on: 2026-08-19
Rate type: First dog, standard night

“Boarding Prices include Daycare Boarding Standard Kennel $52 Boarding Suite $70 per night ... Daycare rate $35 per day ... stays that include any of the following dates will be priced as Holiday Rate of $10 for 2026”

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Downtown Dog is a dog daycare in Dallas, TX, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 300 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #251 of 406 in Dallas. Its website lists boarding from $52–$70 per night and daycare from $35 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 13.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Structured rotationPlay 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: DaycareBoardingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
Type: Dedicated facility
Boarding rate: $52–$70/night
Daycare rate: $35/day
Open 24 hours: No
Booking & cameras: Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-08
Rank in Dallas: #251 of 406
Google rating: ★4.6 (300)
From downtown: 1.0 mi
Neighborhood: Cedar Crest
Holiday / peak: Holiday Rate of $10 for 2026 on listed dates
Profile claimed on Google: Yes

Policies & requirements

13/27

13 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-08-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements3 of 6 published

Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis

Their words

“What vaccines are required for dog boarding and daycare? For the safety of all guests, we require: Rabies Distemper (DHPP) Bordetella Influenza (most vets do not require this so we may allow a grace period for new customers)”dallasdogsdaycare.com/faq

Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 12 months

Their words

“Dogs that are intact and under the age of one year are eligible for group play based on availability and a temperament test. Dogs that are intact and over the age of one are not eligible for group play, but they are welcome to join us for day boarding and individual play”dallasdogsdaycare.com/faq

Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs

Their words

“Is a daycare evaluation required? Yes. All dogs over 30 lbs, will need to do a temperament test before their stay. The temperament test will be a free day of daycare”dallasdogsdaycare.com/faq

Operations10 of 21 published

Play modelStructured rotation

Their words

“07:00am Potty Time 07:30am Breakfast time (each dog is fed individually) 08:00am Play time 12:00pm Nap time 2:00pm Play time 06:00pm Dinner 07:00pm Play Time 08:00pm Bed Time”dallasdogsdaycare.com/

Groups separated bySize, temperament and play style

Their words

“How are dogs grouped in daycare? Dogs are grouped by size, temperament, and play style. Our trained staff supervises all daycare play sessions for safety.”dallasdogsdaycare.com/faq

Time out of their room3 scheduled play blocks daily

Their words

“08:00am Play time 12:00pm Nap time 2:00pm Play time 06:00pm Dinner 07:00pm Play Time 08:00pm Bed Time”dallasdogsdaycare.com/

Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered

Their words

“they are welcome to join us for day boarding and individual play, based on availability”dallasdogsdaycare.com/faq

Outdoor accessYard

Their words

“Our facilities features spacious indoor and outdoor play areas designed for fun, safety, and socialization.”dallasdogsdaycare.com/

Climate controlClimate-controlled

Their words

“We offer indoor play areas with climate control to ensure dogs stay active and enriched”dallasdogsdaycare.com/faq

Photo / report-card updatesYes

Their words

“We offer flexible drop-off and pick-up hours, more playtime than the competition, and regular photo updates so you always know how your pup is doing.”dallasdogsdaycare.com/

ToursTours by appointment

Their words

“We welcome tours of our dog boarding and daycare facility! Seeing where your pup will stay and play gives you peace of mind. Please call ahead to schedule a tour”dallasdogsdaycare.com/faq

Administers medicationYes, except injectables

Their words

“Do you administer medications? Yes, our trained staff can administer most medications added to their food or in a pill pocket. We do not administrate any injectable medications.”dallasdogsdaycare.com/faq

Online bookingYes

Their words

“Get our App Gingr Pet Parents Code 453648”dallasdogsdaycare.com/

Show 14 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 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

HousingNot published on their website

CapacityNot published on their website

Live cameras for ownersNot 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

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

5 ★261

4 ★11

3 ★7

2 ★3

1 ★18

★ 4.60Google average

300reviews behind the score

★ 4.67Dallas average

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

value 30affordability 10new management 9outdoor space 6play area 5loving pups 3dog socialization 3exhausted pups 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Who they take & how they care

Updates during a stay: Pictures on Instagram and through "Pawgress" reportsStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
Year	Boarding	Daycare	Source
2022	$45–$60/night	—	Archived page, 2022-11-29
2023	$50–$65/night	—	Archived page, 2023-11-30
2024	$52–$68/night	—	Archived page, 2024-12-15
Now	$52–$70/night	$35/day	Their website, 2026-08-19

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–7:30 PM
Tue: 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Wed: 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Thu: 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Fri: 6:30 AM–7:30 PM
Sat: 8 AM–5 PM
Sun: 8 AM–5 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

DAL · Dallas Love Field: 6.7 mi
DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth: 17.5 mi
Weekday hours span: 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Open Sunday: Yes

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

2201 S Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75215

1.0 miles from downtown Dallas · Cedar Crest · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Downtown Dog

What services does Downtown Dog offer?

Downtown Dog is listed as a dog day care center in Dallas, TX, offering daycare, boarding.

How much does Downtown Dog charge?

Its website lists overnight boarding at $52–$70 per night and daycare at $35 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-08-19). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Dallas median published boarding rate is $50/night.

What vaccines does Downtown Dog require?

According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.

Is someone on site overnight at Downtown Dog?

Downtown Dog's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-08-20). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.

How does Downtown Dog compare with other Dallas facilities?

It ranks #251 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 300 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.