Animal Crackers
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 143 reviews · top 70% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 143 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #223 of 332 in Houston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$29 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$30middle $48$70
Cheaper than most in Houston
Sources
Behind the $29
- Source
- Animal Crackers’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“General Standard boarding runs $29-$35 per night depending on the dogs weight. … Suites are $44-$60 a night depending on suite and dog size.”Open their price page ↗
Animal Crackers is a pet boarding in Spring, TX, offering boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 143 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #223 of 332 in Houston. Its website lists boarding from $29–$60 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, Bordetella · Recommended: DHPP, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingTrainingPet sitting Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $29–$60/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Houston
- #223 of 332
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (143)
- From downtown
- 21.6 mi
- 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, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements4 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, Bordetella · Recommended: DHPP, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“For adult dogs over 2 years of age, we require Rabies and Bordetella. While Influenza, Distemper, etc are not required at our facility, we do strongly urge clients to keep all of their pups vaccines up to date.”animalcrackersbg.com/index.php/faq/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only
Their words
“Additionally, the pups must be spayed/neutered to enter group play.”animalcrackersbg.com/index.php/faq/
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“Additionally, the pups must be spayed/neutered to enter group play. If both of these requirements are met, you will need to schedule an evaluation for your pup.”animalcrackersbg.com/index.php/faq/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“For your first check in, you will need to provide your pets vaccine records.”animalcrackersbg.com/index.php/faq/
Operations4 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Enjoy peace of mind that comes with 24hr monitoring and staff that live on site to take care of any needs anytime day or night.”animalcrackersbg.com/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Suite pets are taken out multiple times a day, depending on weather and needs, and get one-on-one play time.”animalcrackersbg.com/index.php/boarding-pet-suites/
HousingKennel and suite
Their words
“All of our spacious indoor-outdoor runs are fully A/C and Heated. ... Pet Suites Our private suites are located at the front of our facility and feature large private rooms.”animalcrackersbg.com/index.php/boarding-pet-suites/
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We feed Diamond Naturals and Fromm Adult food. Both are chicken based with no corn or wheat. We highly recommend that you bring your pets own food for their stay, as changing diets can sometimes cause upset stomachs.”animalcrackersbg.com/index.php/boarding-pet-suites/
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
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
Administers medicationNot 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
dock diving 10kind staff 8trainer 6dog training 4affordable 3clean facility 3family owned 2dock diving competition 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Check-out window ends at 4 PM; later check-outs carry a feeStated on their website
- Late pick-up
- A fee applies to check-outs after 4 PM unless the dog has a departure serviceStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Breed & size limits
- No breed restrictions for boarding; all breeds and sizes acceptedStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Unaltered dogs may board; females in heat board in enclosed areas, not group playStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29–$60/night | — | Archived page, 2025-07-10 |
| Now | $29–$60/night | — | 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–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 7 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 1–5 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
- 11.7 mi
- HOU · Houston Hobby
- 31.1 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
6741 Klein Cemetery Rd, Spring, TX 77379
21.6 miles from downtown Houston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Identifies as women-ownedWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Animal Crackers
What services does Animal Crackers offer?
Animal Crackers is listed as a pet boarding service in Spring, TX, offering boarding.
How much does Animal Crackers charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $29–$60 per night (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 Animal Crackers require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, Bordetella · Recommended: DHPP, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Animal Crackers?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Animal Crackers compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #223 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 143 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Animal Crackers, Spring, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/animal-crackers/Similar places near Spring
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