Polk Kennel
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 18 reviews · top 36% in Dallas
Sources
Behind the 9.5
- Reviews read
- 18 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #135 of 406 in Dallas
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$35 /nightFrom their website, 2026-08-19
$35middle $50$70
Below the Dallas middle price
Sources
Behind the $35
- Source
- Polk Kennel’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-08-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Dog Boarding or Daycare Pricing includes private run access, play time, and constant care. 1 Dog $35 / day 2 Dogs 2nd dog half price $52.50 / day”Open their price page ↗
Polk Kennel is a boarding facility in Palmer, TX, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 18 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #135 of 406 in Dallas. Its website lists boarding from $35 per night and daycare from $35 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Outdoor access: indoor outdoor runPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $35/night
- Daycare rate
- $35/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Dallas
- #135 of 406
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (18)
- From downtown
- 28.7 mi
- Additional dog
- 2nd dog half price ($52.50/day for 2 dogs)
- 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Their words
“All dogs must be current on the following vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Adenovirus/Hepatitis, Parvovirus (Parvo), Leptospirosis (Lepto), Bordatella (Kennel Cough) and Parainfluenza.”polkkennel.com/
Bordetella lead time5 days before arrival
Their words
“Vaccinations must be administered at least 5 days prior to arrival.”polkkennel.com/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Proof of current vaccinations is required for all boarding and daycare guests.”polkkennel.com/
Operations6 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Owners Live On-Site 24/7 supervision and care from Roderick and Lisa, ensuring security, routine, and familiarity.”polkkennel.com/
HousingIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Crate-free, private indoor/outdoor runs Provided raised beds and fresh bedding”polkkennel.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“No small cages—just spacious 5x5 indoor and 5x10 outdoor private runs for every guest.”polkkennel.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“All-Access Climate Control Fresh air and exercise with constant indoor/outdoor access to climate-controlled comfort.”polkkennel.com/
Administers medicationCase by case, may carry a fee
Their words
“There is a $5.00 per day medication charge for diabetic pets.”polkkennel.com/
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Please share any medication or special care instructions at booking so we can plan the best stay for your dog. Review Policies & Book Online”polkkennel.com/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
CapacityNot 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
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
9.5ExceptionalDogs 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
friendly staff 4pet care 3climate control 2caring owners 2dog care 2peace of mind 2trip 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- If a dog is sick
- Owners certify the dog has had no communicable disease or parasites in the last 30 daysStated on their website
- Collars
- Dogs arrive in a flat quick-release snap collar; no metal, pinch, choke, beaded or studded collars in the daycare areaStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Intact dogs may stay, except females actively in heat, who are asked to stay homeStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–12 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
- 34.2 mi
- DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
- 42.1 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 9 AM – 6 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
4616 FM 879, Palmer, TX 75152
28.7 miles from downtown Dallas · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Polk Kennel
What services does Polk Kennel offer?
Polk Kennel is listed as a kennel in Palmer, TX, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Polk Kennel charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $35 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 Polk Kennel require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Polk Kennel?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Polk Kennel compare with other Dallas facilities?
It ranks #135 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 18 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Polk Kennel, Palmer, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/dallas-tx/polk-kennel/Similar places near Palmer
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