K-9 University

★ 4.8 · 627 Google reviews·Boarding facility·Garland, TX
K-9 University, Garland
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 627 reviews · top 19% in Dallas
Sources
Behind the 9.6
Reviews read
627 on Google
Average stars
4.80 ★
Rank
#70 of 406 in Dallas
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published2 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20

K-9 University is a boarding facility in Garland, TX, offering boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 627 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #70 of 406 in Dallas. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 2.

About this place

K-9 University offers expert dog training, premium cat and dog boarding, and professional pet grooming all in one place! With over 30 years of experience, our certified trainers help dogs of all ages and temperaments learn obedience, improve behavior, and build confidence. Our dog boarding services provide climate-controlled accommodations, cage-free play, and personalized attention to keep your dog happy and relaxed. And when it's time for a fresh look, our full-service dog grooming team delive

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
BoardingTrainingGrooming
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Booking & cameras
Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-08
Rank in Dallas
#70 of 406
Google rating
★4.8 (627)
From downtown
15.2 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

2/27

2 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 requirements1 of 6 published
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 6 months
Their words
“Does my dog need to be spayed or neutered to come to day care or boarding? No. Dogs are not required to be spayed or neutered to board. Any dog that wants to participate in day care must be spayed or neutered if they are over six months of age.”k-9.com/faq/
Operations1 of 21 published
HousingCage free
Their words
“Doggy Day Care A daytime cage-free, structured environment for dogs and puppies to play together.”k-9.com/services/
Show 25 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
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
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
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

9.6ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★584
4 ★15
3 ★7
2 ★5
1 ★16
★ 4.80Google average
627reviews 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

boarding 56dog daycare 33dog training 26grooming 25trainers 12board and train 8informative staff 5difficult dog 4

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

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time
Boarding check-out time is 1:00pmStated on their website
Late pick-up
Check-out after 1:00pm is charged a full day boarding rateStated on their website

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

Who they take & how they care

Senior dogs
Daycare: staff pay close attention to a senior dog's pace, rest needs and comfortStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
7 AM–6:30 PM
Tue
7 AM–6:30 PM
Wed
7 AM–6:30 PM
Thu
7 AM–6:30 PM
Fri
7 AM–6:30 PM
Sat
8 AM–1 PM
Sun
9–10 AM, 4–5 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
13.3 mi
DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
21.5 mi
Weekday hours span
7 AM – 6:30 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

3349 W Campbell Rd, Garland, TX 75044

15.2 miles from downtown Dallas · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about K-9 University

What services does K-9 University offer?
K-9 University is listed as a kennel in Garland, TX, offering boarding.
How much does K-9 University charge?
We did not find a published rate on K-9 University's website when we checked it (2026-08-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Dallas median published boarding rate is $50/night across 133 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at K-9 University?
K-9 University'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 K-9 University compare with other Dallas facilities?
It ranks #70 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 627 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

K-9 University, Garland, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/dallas-tx/k-9-university/

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