The Dog Stop - The Colony
Daycare
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 167 reviews · top 9% in Dallas
Sources
Behind the 9.7
- Reviews read
- 167 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #32 of 406 in Dallas
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published7 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20
The Dog Stop - The Colony is a dog daycare in The Colony, TX, offering daycare. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 167 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #32 of 406 in Dallas. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Top 9% in Dallas#32 of 406 by Dogs Away score, from 167 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Key facts
- Services
- Daycare
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Dallas
- #32 of 406
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (167)
- From downtown
- 21.7 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
7/27
7 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 · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Before dog boarding and/or daycare, you must provide proof that the following vaccinations are current: Bordetella, Parvovirus & Distemper, and Rabies.”thedogstop.com/locations/texas/the-colony/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 7 months
Their words
“Dogs over 7 months must be spayed or neutered in order to participate in daycare, however they may still be boarded.”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Prior to overnight boarding and/or dog daycare services, you must provide proof of the following vaccinations from your vet”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Operations4 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“your dog isn t an appropriate fit for daycare, they will be separated from other canine guests for the remainder of their stay with regular one-on-one staff time, potty breaks and play sessions.”thedogstop.com/locations/texas/the-colony/
HousingSuite
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Administers medicationCase by case
Their words
“Do you administer medications? Yes. We administer medications (pills, ointments, etc.) on a case-by-case basis.”thedogstop.com/locations/texas/the-colony/
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot 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
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot 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
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
9.7ExceptionalDogs 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
grooming 32clean facility 10professional groom 7nervous dog 5engaging environment 5personalized care 3communicative staff 3grooming experience 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
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
- 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
- DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
- 15.2 mi
- DAL · Dallas Love Field
- 16.3 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 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
5000 Main St Ste 25, The Colony, TX 75056
21.7 miles from downtown Dallas · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seatingLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Dog Stop - The Colony
What services does The Dog Stop - The Colony offer?
The Dog Stop - The Colony is listed as a dog day care center in The Colony, TX, offering daycare.
How much does The Dog Stop - The Colony charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Dog Stop - The Colony'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 The Dog Stop - The Colony require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Stop - The Colony?
The Dog Stop - The Colony'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 The Dog Stop - The Colony compare with other Dallas facilities?
It ranks #32 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 167 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Dog Stop - The Colony, The Colony, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/dallas-tx/the-dog-stop-the-colony/Similar places near The Colony
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