The Velvet Snout
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 212 reviews · top 67% in Dallas
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 212 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #251 of 406 in Dallas
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$43 /nightFrom their website, 2026-08-19
$35middle $50$70
Below the Dallas middle price
Sources
Behind the $43
- Source
- The Velvet Snout’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-08-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Daycare $33 Full Day, $23 Half Day Boarding in our “Omni” 16sf Suites, ideal for Toy and Small breeds $43 per night/per dog, $5 off 2nd dog in same suite”Open their price page ↗
The Velvet Snout is a pet boarding in Richardson, TX, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 212 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #251 of 406 in Dallas. Its website lists boarding from $43 per night and daycare from $33 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 9.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer 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
- $43/night
- Daycare rate
- $33/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Dallas
- #251 of 406
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (212)
- From downtown
- 13.2 mi
- Additional dog
- $5 off 2nd dog in same suite
- 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 requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“What vaccinations will my pet need? Your dog(s) should be current on rabies, Bordatella, and DHLPP vaccinations.”thevelvetsnout.com/faq/
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“All new dogs must pass an evaluation to make sure daycare is a good fit for them.”thevelvetsnout.com/
Operations7 of 21 published
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“you will find large play areas with dogs separated by size and temperament”thevelvetsnout.com/
Time out of their room3x daily or more one-on-one play-yard time
Their words
“into the play yards for one on one play, three times a day or more.”thevelvetsnout.com/pet-boarding/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“To accommodate these guests we offer walks and one on one outdoor play time with play/petting/throwing a ball/pool play.”thevelvetsnout.com/faq/
HousingSuite
Their words
“Dog Boarding Suites We have a range of luxury suites to accommodate most breed sizes.”thevelvetsnout.com/pet-boarding/
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“Other amenities include huge outdoor play yards with built in pools, tunnels to run through, synthetic grass, and shade sails for the comfort of your dog.”thevelvetsnout.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Boarding is all indoor and climate controlled.”thevelvetsnout.com/
Administers medicationYes, except injectables
Their words
“Almost all medications can be administered by our trained staff. We are not able to administer injectables such as insulin due to liability.”thevelvetsnout.com/faq/
Show 18 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot 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
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
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
9.2ExcellentDogs 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 41daycare 30dog training 8friendly team 7dog nail trim 6board and train 5new location 5webcam access 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Fire & emergency protection
- Facility has a monitored security and fire alarm systemStated 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
- Unspayed females join daycare unless in heat; females in heat stay in their suiteStated on their website
- Cats
- Boards cats in 3-story cat cottagesStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $33/night | $30/day | Archived page, 2023-12-04 |
| 2024 | $38/night | $32/day | Archived page, 2024-12-04 |
| 2025 | $43/night | $33/day | Archived page, 2025-09-17 |
| Now | $43/night | $33/day | 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
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 7:30–8:30 AM, 4:30–5:30 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
- 10.3 mi
- DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
- 18.1 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
1010 Hampshire Ln, Richardson, TX 75080
13.2 miles from downtown Dallas · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Velvet Snout
What services does The Velvet Snout offer?
The Velvet Snout is listed as a pet boarding service in Richardson, TX, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does The Velvet Snout charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $43 per night and daycare at $33 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 The Velvet Snout require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Velvet Snout?
The Velvet Snout'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 Velvet Snout compare with other Dallas facilities?
It ranks #251 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 212 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Velvet Snout, Richardson, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/dallas-tx/the-velvet-snout/Similar places near Richardson
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