Kinder Kritter
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.1 /10Excellent · 105 reviews · top 77% in Dallas
Sources
Behind the 9.1
- Reviews read
- 105 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.50 ★
- Rank
- #290 of 406 in Dallas
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$40 /nightFrom their website, 2026-08-19
$35middle $50$70
Below the Dallas middle price
Sources
Behind the $40
- Source
- Kinder Kritter’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-08-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Under 30 lbs - $ 40 / night $ 45 / night 30 lbs to 79 lbs - $ 45 / night $ 50 / night 80 lbs and over - $ 50 / night”Open their price page ↗
Kinder Kritter is a dog daycare in Dallas, TX, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.1/10 (excellent) from 105 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars — #290 of 406 in Dallas. Its website lists boarding from $40–$50 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 14.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareDog walkingBoardingGroomingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $40–$50/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Dallas
- #290 of 406
- Google rating
- ★4.5 (105)
- From downtown
- 6.1 mi
- Neighborhood
- Little Forest Hills
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
14/27
14 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 requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Vaccinations: All dogs must be up-to-date on their vaccinations, including Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella (Kennel Cough), and both strains of Canine Influenza (H3N2 and H3N8) .”kinderkritter.com/faq
Spay / neuterRequired from 7 months
Their words
“Spaying or Neutering: Dogs over 7 months of age must be spayed or neutered to participate in our daycare and boarding services.”kinderkritter.com/faq
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Temperament Test: A temperament evaluation is required before your dog’s first daycare or boarding stay.”kinderkritter.com/faq
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Please provide proof of vaccination from your veterinarian prior to your dog’s first visit.”kinderkritter.com/faq
Operations10 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Overnight Monitoring: Staff on duty throughout the night to attend to any needs.”kinderkritter.com/faq
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“12:00PM-1:00PM Lunch 1:00PM-3:00PM Indoor/Outdoor Play or Nap Time 3:00PM-5:00PM Group Play (Indoor/Outdoor)”kinderkritter.com/dog-boarding
Solo care for dogs who skip group playPaid add-on
Their words
“Enrichment Activities: Add extra stimulation with options like individual walks or one-on-one play sessions .”kinderkritter.com/faq
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“For outdoor play, dogs can cool off in our pools.”kinderkritter.com/doggy-boarding
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Is the facility climate controlled? Yes, all indoor areas are climate-controlled and have AC.”kinderkritter.com/doggy-boarding
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“Watch your pup play, explore, and make new friends all day long with our live doggy cam—because every moment at our daycare is worth seeing!”kinderkritter.com/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Personalized Updates: Stay connected with your pet’s experience through daily report cards and photo updates.”kinderkritter.com/faq
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“Medication & Health Management: Our skilled staff can administer medications , follow special feeding routines, or provide specific health monitoring as needed”kinderkritter.com/faq
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We strongly encourage you to bring your own food from home! A sudden change in your dog's diet can cause stomach upset creating great discomfort for your dog. We do provide our own food for”kinderkritter.com/doggy-boarding
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Make a Reservation Book Online Call Us”kinderkritter.com/
Show 13 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot 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
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
kind staff 11webcam 7front desk staff 3playtime 3playroom cam 2trial stay 2camera access 2pup care 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- Cancel 48h ahead or lose the $50 boarding deposit; holidays need 7 days or 50% of the fee is chargedStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Daily report cards and photo updates during a stayStated on their website
- Senior dogs
- Offers individualized care plans for senior dogs and dogs with special needsStated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Shy dogs get one-on-one attention, slow introductions and a quiet space to settle inStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40–$50/night | — | Archived page, 2024-12-10 |
| 2025 | $40–$50/night | — | Archived page, 2025-03-15 |
| Now | $40–$50/night | — | 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 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- Closed
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
- 8.3 mi
- DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
- 19.8 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 AM – 7 PM
- Open Sunday
- No
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
8928 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218
6.1 miles from downtown Dallas · Little Forest Hills · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Kinder Kritter
What services does Kinder Kritter offer?
Kinder Kritter is listed as a dog day care center in Dallas, TX, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Kinder Kritter charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $40–$50 per night (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 Kinder Kritter require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Kinder Kritter?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Kinder Kritter compare with other Dallas facilities?
It ranks #290 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (9.1/10, excellent), based on 105 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Kinder Kritter, Dallas, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/dallas-tx/kinder-kritter/Similar places near Dallas
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