Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort
BoardingCat boardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 323 reviews · top 49% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 323 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #155 of 332 in Houston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$60 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$30middle $48$70
Above the Houston middle price
Sources
Behind the $60
- Source
- Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Join the fun starting at $60 per night in our Small Ranch Rooms (4x7) , $65 a night in our Large Ranch Rooms (4x10) or enjoy an upgraded stay in our Luxury Suites for $80 … Daycare rates start at just $32 per day”Open their price page ↗
Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort is a pet boarding in Waller, TX, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 323 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #155 of 332 in Houston. Its website lists boarding from $60–$80 per night and daycare from $32 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 11.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingCat boardingDaycareTraining Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $60–$80/night
- Daycare rate
- $32/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Houston
- #155 of 332
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (323)
- From downtown
- 39.0 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
11/27
11 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 requirements2 of 6 published
Spay / neuterRequired from 12 months
Their words
“All dogs 12 months of age and older must be spayed or neutered to participate in daycare or boarding unless they show dominance signs at an earlier age.”kickapooranchpetresort.com/faqs
Temperament evaluationRequired for some dogs
Their words
“A temperament test or trial day determines if dog daycare is a good fit for your dog. We will meet you and your dog, discuss your dog’s history and behaviors, and introduce your dog to the pack.”kickapooranchpetresort.com/faqs
Operations9 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“24/7 on-site supervision by a highly trained, attentive staff”kickapooranchpetresort.com/boarding
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Dogs receive immediate care from one or more of our dog CPR and first aid certified staff, and if necessary, we will transport your dog to your vet.”kickapooranchpetresort.com/faqs
Groups separated bySize, breed and temperament
Their words
“every social play guest is carefully evaluated for temperament and thoughtfully grouped by size, breed, and personality”kickapooranchpetresort.com/boarding
HousingSuite
Their words
“Boarding dogs are fed and medicated according to the owner’s instructions and will sleep overnight on a cot in a spacious luxury suite or Lobo Ranch room with their belongings.”kickapooranchpetresort.com/faqs
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“We also have pools and water toys and a splash pad for them in the summer. Dogs may also play or cuddle with handlers, take naps, eat meals, and/or explore fenced-in outdoors areas.”kickapooranchpetresort.com/faqs
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“Our climate-controlled dog boarding facility is supervised around the clock and features modern rooms and spacious suites”kickapooranchpetresort.com/boarding
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“Owners are contacted immediately in the rare event of an illness or injury. Dogs receive immediate care from one or more of our dog CPR and first aid certified staff, and if necessary, we will transport your dog to your vet.”kickapooranchpetresort.com/faqs
Administers medicationYes, no charge
Their words
“There is no extra charge for feeding or medicating a dog with their own food.”kickapooranchpetresort.com/faqs
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“Should I bring my dog’s food from home or do you provide food? Yes Bring your own dog food, A change in diet could result in an upset stomach or diarrhea.”kickapooranchpetresort.com/faqs
Show 16 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
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
Veterinary accessNot 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
9.4ExcellentDogs 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
trainers 29dog kennel 17daycare play 13day camp 13dog training 10friendly owners 9nail trim 3handling nervous dogs 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Late pick-up
- Peak season: early check-in or late check-out costs an extra $25Stated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- Handlers post photos of the dogs on Facebook and InstagramStated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- Overly shy dogs may get another trial day; dogs too uncomfortable may not pass the evaluationStated on their website
- Minimum age
- All dogs must be 8 months of age or olderStated on their website
- Breed & size limits
- No breed restrictions; each dog has a temperament testStated on their website
- Cats
- Boards cats in a quiet area dedicated to catsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–3:30 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–3:30 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
- 33.4 mi
- HOU · Houston Hobby
- 48.3 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 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
23230 Kickapoo Rd, Waller, TX 77484
39.0 miles from downtown Houston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotLGBTQ+ friendly
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort
What services does Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort offer?
Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort is listed as a pet boarding service in Waller, TX, offering boarding, cat boarding, daycare.
How much does Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $60–$80 per night and daycare at $32 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.
Is someone on site overnight at Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #155 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 323 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Kickapoo Ranch Pet Resort, Waller, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/kickapoo-ranch-pet-resort/Similar places near Waller
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