The Wag Shack
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 61 reviews · top 44% in Dallas
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 61 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #167 of 406 in Dallas
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$60 /nightFrom their website, 2026-08-19
$35middle $50$70
Above the Dallas middle price
Sources
Behind the $60
- Source
- The Wag Shack’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-08-19
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Pricing Snapshot Full Day $31 Each Additional Dog $25 ... Pricing Snapshot Overnight Stay: $60 Second Additional Dog $25”Open their price page ↗
The Wag Shack is a dog daycare in Argyle, TX, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 61 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #167 of 406 in Dallas. Its website lists boarding from $60 per night and daycare from $31 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: weather permittingPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareTrainingBoarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $60/night
- Daycare rate
- $31/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Dallas
- #167 of 406
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (61)
- From downtown
- 30.6 mi
- Additional dog
- Second dog $25
- 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, canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Valid proof of vaccination is required for all Sleepovers and Playcare services. Required Vaccinations 🛡️ Bordetella 🦠 Rabies 💊 DHLPP/DAPPv 🩺 Leptospirosis 🌡️ Canine Influenza”thewagshack.com/playcare-1
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Before any dog joins Playcare or boarding, they must complete a Playcheck — a simple temperament test.”thewagshack.com/playcare-1
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Valid proof of vaccination is required for all Sleepovers and Playcare services.”thewagshack.com/playcare-1
Operations4 of 21 published
Groups separated byTemperament
Their words
“We group dogs by temperament, not size, so your pup plays with the best matches for their personality.”thewagshack.com/playcare-1
Outdoor accessWeather permitting
Their words
“Dogs can climb on play structures, chase balls, or splash around in our enclosed, shaded outdoor play area (weather permitting).”thewagshack.com/playcare-1
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Inside, our air-conditioned playroom provides cozy nooks for naps and open space for play.”thewagshack.com/playcare-1
Administers medicationYes
Their words
“We're happy to accommodate lunch, medication, or special needs.”thewagshack.com/playcare-1
Show 20 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
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
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
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
9.4ExcellentDogs 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 11playcare 4playtime 3overnight stays 3play test 2safe facility 2tired dogs 2obedience 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–12 PM, 2–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–12 PM, 2–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–12 PM, 2–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–12 PM, 2–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–12 PM, 2–7 PM
- Sat
- 7 AM–12 PM, 2–7 PM
- Sun
- 7 AM–12 PM, 2–7 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
- 15.9 mi
- DAL · Dallas Love Field
- 24.8 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
308 FM1830 Bldg 15, Argyle, TX 76226
30.6 miles from downtown Dallas · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Wag Shack
What services does The Wag Shack offer?
The Wag Shack is listed as a dog day care center in Argyle, TX, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Wag Shack charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $60 per night and daycare at $31 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 Wag Shack require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Wag Shack?
The Wag Shack'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 Wag Shack compare with other Dallas facilities?
It ranks #167 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 61 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Wag Shack, Argyle, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/dallas-tx/the-wag-shack/Similar places near Argyle
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