Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 142 reviews · top 9% in Dallas
Sources
Behind the 9.7
- Reviews read
- 142 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #32 of 406 in Dallas
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-08-20
Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood is a pet boarding in Dallas, TX, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 142 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #32 of 406 in Dallas. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Top 9% in Dallas#32 of 406 by Dogs Away score, from 142 reviews.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycare
- 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 (142)
- From downtown
- 6.1 mi
- Neighborhood
- Northeast Dallas
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
8/27
8 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 · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Vaccinations: up-to-date rabies, distemper (one or three-year vaccines), Bordetella, and an annual canine influenza vaccine are required.”yardstick.dog/dallas/lakewood
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only from 6 months
Their words
“Spay/neuter: all dogs over the age of 6 months must be spayed or neutered. Exceptions may be considered up to the age of 18 months with a vet's recommendation; however, these dogs will be restricted to one-on-one playtime”yardstick.dog/dallas/lakewood
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Proof(s) of vaccination may be uploaded to your Goose profile or emailed to your respective location.”yardstick.dog/dallas/lakewood
Operations6 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Do you have 24/7 supervision? Yes. We are proud to say we have staff on-site 24/7/365 to make sure your dogs are safe and cared for overnight.”yardstick.dog/dallas/lakewood
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“While all of our staff are trained in canine first-aid and CPR, sometimes incidents happen.”yardstick.dog/dallas/lakewood
Groups separated bySize
Their words
“Room blocks house fewer dogs, separated by size, to reduce disruptions.”yardstick.dog/faq
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Dogs who prefer people over other dogs are welcome at Yardstick as long as they are friendly with our Hosts. These dogs enjoy one-on-one rotations with Hosts for play time and enrichment, along with rest time in their suites.”yardstick.dog/faq
HousingSuite
Their words
“All guests stay in spacious, private suites — no kennels or crates.”yardstick.dog/faq
Photo / report-card updatesYes — described by reviewers, not stated by the facility
Customer quote on their site
“We loved the cute photo updates showing her happiness!”yardstick.dog/dallas/lakewood
Show 18 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-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Play modelNot 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
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot 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
clean facility 13daily photo updates 11dog photos 4loved dog 4responsive team 4anxious dogs 3elderly dogs 3private rooms 3
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Dogs must be a minimum of 4 months oldStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Unaltered older dogs get one-on-one playtime only; intact females in heat not acceptedStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–6:30 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–6:30 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
- 5.8 mi
- DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
- 16.9 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 AM – 6:30 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
6464 Northwest Hwy #144, Dallas, TX 75214
6.1 miles from downtown Dallas · Northeast Dallas · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood
What services does Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood offer?
Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood is listed as a pet boarding service in Dallas, TX, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood charge?
We did not find a published rate on Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood'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 Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood compare with other Dallas facilities?
It ranks #32 of 406 in the Dallas index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 142 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
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Yardstick Dog Hotel - Lakewood, Dallas, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-20. https://dogsaway.co/dallas-tx/yardstick-dog-hotel-lakewood/Similar places near Dallas
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