Bone on the Bayou
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score8.5 /10Very good · 186 reviews · top 97% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 8.5
- Reviews read
- 186 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.20 ★
- Rank
- #309 of 332 in Houston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08
Bone on the Bayou is a dog daycare in Houston, TX, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 8.5/10 (very good) from 186 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars — #309 of 332 in Houston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Houston
- #309 of 332
- Google rating
- ★4.2 (186)
- From downtown
- 3.8 mi
- Neighborhood
- Greater Heights
- 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, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Their words
“We require; DHLPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus and Parainfluenza), Bordatella (Kennel Cough) and Rabies”boneonthebayou.com/faqs/
Spay / neuterRequired
Their words
“All dogs must be spayed/neutered to participate in doggie daycare as well as stay with us for our sleepovers.”boneonthebayou.com/faqs/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“We do need your dog to come in for our temperament test prior to any sleepover nights.”boneonthebayou.com/faqs/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“We will require proof of vaccination from your vet showing that your dog(s) are up-to-date with all vaccines we require.”boneonthebayou.com/faqs/
Operations4 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“Bedtime Dog Boarding consists of all day play in our Doggie Daycare and overnight accommodations.”boneonthebayou.com/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Although Day Boarding doesn’t involve group playtime, dogs who utilize this service will be let out several times during the day into one of our yards and enjoy one-on-one time with our Dog Attendants.”boneonthebayou.com/faqs/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Our doggie day care has supervised, interactive playgroups in our indoor and outdoor play areas.”boneonthebayou.com/
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“We can and will administer any medications for your dog(s) at no additional cost.”boneonthebayou.com/faqs/
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot 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
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
HousingNot 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
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
8.5Very goodDogs 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
temperament test 3happy pups 3photo updates 3tired dogs 3trustworthy 3elderly dog care 2kind groomer 2friendly owner 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
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
- 7 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 3–5 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- HOU · Houston Hobby
- 13.5 mi
- IAH · Houston Bush Intercontinental
- 13.6 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
638 W 20th St, Houston, TX 77008
3.8 miles from downtown Houston · Greater Heights · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible parking lotFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Bone on the Bayou
What services does Bone on the Bayou offer?
Bone on the Bayou is listed as a dog day care center in Houston, TX, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Bone on the Bayou charge?
We did not find a published rate on Bone on the Bayou's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Houston median published boarding rate is $48/night across 116 facilities.
What vaccines does Bone on the Bayou require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Bone on the Bayou?
Bone on the Bayou'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 Bone on the Bayou compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #309 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (8.5/10, very good), based on 186 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Bone on the Bayou, Houston, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/bone-on-the-bayou/Similar places near Houston
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