Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 95 reviews · top 70% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 95 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #223 of 332 in Houston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$52 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$30middle $48$70
Above the Houston middle price
Sources
Behind the $52
- Source
- Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Per Day: $25 … Per Night: $52”Open their price page ↗
Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care is a pet boarding in Conroe, TX, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 95 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #223 of 332 in Houston. Its website lists boarding from $52 per night and daycare from $25 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza
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
- $52/night
- Daycare rate
- $25/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Houston
- #223 of 332
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (95)
- From downtown
- 35.4 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, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza
Their words
“Your pup needs to be up-to-date on Rabies, DHLPP (Distemper/Parvo), and Bordetella vaccines. While we don't require the CIV (Canine Flu) vaccine, we highly recommend it.”almosthomepetretreat.com/doggie-day-care/
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Testing A current negative heartworm test and an up-to-date fecal exam are both required.”almosthomepetretreat.com/overnight-boarding/
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“Spayed or Neutered All dogs must be spayed or neutered by 6 months old.”almosthomepetretreat.com/doggie-day-care/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“all new dogs must complete a quick evaluation before their first stay with us.”almosthomepetretreat.com/overnight-boarding/
Operations3 of 21 published
HousingCage free
Their words
“We treat your pet like family, offering "cage-free" boarding in a homey environment with lots of playtime.”almosthomepetretreat.com/
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“Your dog will love our large front yard and spacious backyard, with plenty of room to run and a cool-down pool for those hot days.”almosthomepetretreat.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Climate-Controlled Doggie Dorm A complete air-conditioned and heated dorm ensures your furry friend gets a comfortable, cozy night's sleep.”almosthomepetretreat.com/
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot 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
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
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
9.2ExcellentDogs 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
happy dogs 4cage 3picture and video updates 2greyhound 2tired puppies 2family environment 2dog grooming 2friendly place 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding pick-up after 12 PM on the final day is charged the daycare rateStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- Pick-up after 12 PM on the final day is charged the daycare rateStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $52/night | $25/day | Archived page, 2025-12-17 |
| Now | $52/night | $25/day | Their website, 2026-09-08 |
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
- 8 AM–4 PM
- Sun
- 12–4 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- IAH · Houston Bush Intercontinental
- 19.9 mi
- HOU · Houston Hobby
- 44 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
12660 FM1314, Conroe, TX 77302
35.4 miles from downtown Houston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care
What services does Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care offer?
Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care is listed as a pet boarding service in Conroe, TX, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $52 per night and daycare at $25 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-08). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Houston median published boarding rate is $48/night.
What vaccines does Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Recommended: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care?
Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #223 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 95 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Almost Home Pet Retreat & Doggie Day Care, Conroe, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/almost-home-pet-retreat-and-doggie-day-care/Similar places near Conroe
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