Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score8.7 /10Very good · 109 reviews · top 93% in Dallas
Sources
Behind the 8.7
- Reviews read
- 109 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.30 ★
- Rank
- #351 of 406 in Dallas
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published9 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20
Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson is a pet boarding in Richardson, TX, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 8.7/10 (very good) from 109 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars — #351 of 406 in Dallas. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Live cameras for ownersPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareGroomingPet sittingTraining
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Dallas
- #351 of 406
- Google rating
- ★4.3 (109)
- From downtown
- 16.2 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
9/27
9 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 requirements5 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Our vaccinations requirements for dogs: Rabies current with your vet Distemper/Parvo (DHPPC) current with your vet Bordetella (Kennel Cough) given every 6 months”pappyspetlodge.com/new-customers/
Bordetella lead time3 days before arrival
Their words
“We have a 72 hour waiting period after vaccinations are administered prior to visiting”pappyspetlodge.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 6 months
Their words
“Dogs aged 4 months or older are welcome to participate in our daycare program. Dogs aged 6 months or older must be spayed or neutered in order to participate.”pappyspetlodge.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Temperament evaluationNot required
Their words
“Does Pappy s do Meet & Greets or evaluations before I bring my dog for daycare? No, Pappy s does not require a meet and greet before your dog tries daycare.”pappyspetlodge.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“How do I upload my pet s vaccinations to the Parent Portal? Under the Account tab, you will be able to select Upload Records to upload your pets vaccination records.”pappyspetlodge.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Operations4 of 21 published
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“All of our enrichment centers have free webcam access in the daycare play areas.”pappyspetlodge.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Administers medicationYes, with exclusions
Their words
“Yes, we will administer your pet s medications during their stay. However, we are unable to administer Phenobarbital, Panakare Plus, or insulin.”pappyspetlodge.com/frequently-asked-questions/
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“What do I need to bring? We recommend bringing your pet s own food during their stay at Pappy s.”pappyspetlodge.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“How do I request a reservation for lodging or daycare services? Under the Book tab of our”pappyspetlodge.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
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
8.7Very goodDogs 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
webcam 10pricing 8long term boarding 3camera to watch your dog 2happy pups 2easy scheduling 2bird care 2quick responses 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–1 PM, 3–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–1 PM, 3–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–1 PM, 3–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–1 PM, 3–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–1 PM, 3–7 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–3 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–3 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
- 13.1 mi
- DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
- 19.7 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 AM – 7 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
401 W President George Bush Hwy, Richardson, TX 75080
16.2 miles from downtown Dallas · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson
What services does Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson offer?
Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson is listed as a pet boarding service in Richardson, TX, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson charge?
We did not find a published rate on Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson'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.
What vaccines does Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson?
Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson'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 Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson compare with other Dallas facilities?
It ranks #351 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (8.7/10, very good), based on 109 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars.
Cite this record
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Pappy's Pet Lodge - Richardson, Richardson, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/dallas-tx/pappy-s-pet-lodge-richardson/Similar places near Richardson
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