Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 273 reviews · top 20% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 273 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #63 of 332 in Houston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$49.44 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$30middle $48$70
About the Houston middle price
Sources
Behind the $49.44
- Source
- Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Dog boarding is $49.44 per night for the first dog. Additional dogs from the same household that are able to share a kennel are $39.14 per night for the second dog … Daycare is available daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with rates starting at $30 per day.”Open their price page ↗
Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming is a pet boarding in Katy, TX, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 273 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #63 of 332 in Houston. Its website lists boarding from $49.44 per night and daycare from $30 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 12.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingGroomingPet sittingDaycare Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $49.44/night
- Daycare rate
- $30/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Houston
- #63 of 332
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (273)
- From downtown
- 28.3 mi
- Additional dog
- $39.14 per night for the second dog
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
12/27
12 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 requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“Boarding dogs must be current on Rabies, DHPP/DHLPP (distemper/parvo), and Bordetella. Canine influenza is recommended but not required.”katydogkennels.com/boarding
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“Every new dog must complete a $25 assessment before boarding or daycare, whether or not the dog will join group play”katydogkennels.com/boarding
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Titers are accepted in place of vaccination where applicable, and proof of vaccination must be provided before arrival.”katydogkennels.com/boarding
Operations9 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Is anyone on the property overnight? Yes. Our manager lives on the property, providing an on-site presence overnight.”katydogkennels.com/boarding
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“enjoy supervised group play in our outdoor yards from 9 AM-12 PM, grouped by size and temperament. After a lunch break and quiet time in climate-controlled kennels (12-1:30 PM), afternoon enrichment continues until 4:30 PM.”katydogkennels.com/daycare
Groups separated bySize, age and temperament
Their words
“How are dogs grouped during daycare play? Dogs are grouped by size, age, and temperament to ensure”katydogkennels.com/daycare
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Dogs that prefer solo play receive individual attention instead.”katydogkennels.com/daycare
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Individual time in the large play yard, including sniffing and exploring”katydogkennels.com/boarding
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Dogs sleep in indoor, climate-controlled kennels, and the facility has temperature alarms, dehumidifiers and an automatic backup generator.”katydogkennels.com/boarding
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“We administer oral, topical, and eye and ear medications at no medication-administration fee, multiple times per day when arranged in advance.”katydogkennels.com/boarding
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“Can I bring my dog's own food? Yes, and we recommend it — keeping your dog on their usual diet avoids stomach upset. House food is available for $10 per day if you prefer.”katydogkennels.com/boarding
Online bookingYes
Their words
“You can book online through our boarding registration form”katydogkennels.com/boarding
Show 15 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-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot 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
AvailabilityNot 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
9.6ExceptionalDogs 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 16kennel 5dog interaction 4anxious dogs 3nail trim 3comfortable leaving dog 2dog pictures 2clean dog 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Cancellation
- Asks for 48 hours notice; major-holiday $100 deposit is forfeited if cancelledStated on their website
- Holiday minimum stay
- Major holidays (Easter, July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year and more) need 4 nightsStated on their website
- If a dog is sick
- Contacts the owner immediately if a pet becomes unwell; can arrange vet careStated on their website
- Fire & emergency protection
- Has an automatic backup generatorStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Senior dogs
- Accepts senior dogs; extra potty breaks and help for mobility limits and arthritisStated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Gradual intro, quiet kennel placement and one-on-one staff attention for anxious dogsStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Intact dogs may board; group play is subject to behavior-based limitsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Sun
- 8 AM–6 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
- 33.8 mi
- HOU · Houston Hobby
- 34.9 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 8 AM – 6 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
1134 FM 1463, Katy, TX 77494
28.3 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 Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming
What services does Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming offer?
Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming is listed as a pet boarding service in Katy, TX, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $49.44 per night and daycare at $30 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 Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #63 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 273 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
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Circle Lake Ranch Pet Resort - Dog Boarding & Grooming, Katy, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/circle-lake-ranch-pet-resort-dog-boarding-and-grooming/Similar places near Katy
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