Southern Paws of Texas

★ 4.9 · 97 Google reviews·Pet boarding·Magnolia, TX
Southern Paws of Texas, Magnolia
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.7 /10Exceptional · 97 reviews · top 9% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.7
Reviews read
97 on Google
Average stars
4.90 ★
Rank
#26 of 332 in Houston
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published5 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08

Southern Paws of Texas is a pet boarding in Magnolia, TX, offering boarding. It scores 9.7/10 (exceptional) from 97 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #26 of 332 in Houston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.

Top 9% in Houston#26 of 332 by Dogs Away score, from 97 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Outdoor access: indoor outdoor runPer the facility’s website.

Key facts

Services
Boarding
Type
Dedicated facility
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Houston
#26 of 332
Google rating
★4.9 (97)
From downtown
35.2 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

5/27

5 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
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Dog Requirements ⚬ Distemper/Parvo vaccine (DHP)(DHPP) ⚬ Bordetella vaccine ⚬ Rabies vaccine”southernpawstx.com/wellness-requirements/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Guests are responsible for providing Southern Paws of Texas with current shot records.”southernpawstx.com/wellness-requirements/
Operations3 of 21 published
HousingIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Spacious indoor/outdoor covered kennel runs”southernpawstx.com/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor run
Their words
“Spacious indoor/outdoor covered kennel runs”southernpawstx.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“• Climate controlled surroundings • Spacious indoor/outdoor covered kennel runs”southernpawstx.com/
Show 22 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
Temperament evaluationNot 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

9.7ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★94
4 ★1
3 ★1
2 ★0
1 ★1
★ 4.90Google average
97reviews behind the score
★ 4.71Houston average

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

clean facility 11friendly owners 5kennel 5cat boarding 3treating dogs like family 2clean kennels 2well managed 2facility tour 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time
Pick-up day is not charged before 12:00; after 12:00 is an additional dayStated on their website
Late pick-up
Pick-up after 12:00 is charged an additional dayStated on their website
Cancellation
Holiday and week-plus suite stays: 50% deposit is non-refundable if cancelled within 7 daysStated on their website
If a dog is sick
Does not accept sick animals or animals in poor healthStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Who they take & how they care

Minimum age
Puppies must be at least 12 weeks oldStated on their website
Unaltered dogs & females in heat
Does not accept females in heat or unneutered males that mark excessivelyStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6:30 PM
Tue
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6:30 PM
Wed
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6:30 PM
Thu
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6:30 PM
Fri
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6:30 PM
Sat
8 AM–12 PM
Sun
4–6 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
23.3 mi
HOU · Houston Hobby
44.8 mi
Weekday hours span
7 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

9730 FM 1488, Magnolia, TX 77354

35.2 miles from downtown Houston · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Southern Paws of Texas

What services does Southern Paws of Texas offer?
Southern Paws of Texas is listed as a pet boarding service in Magnolia, TX, offering boarding.
How much does Southern Paws of Texas charge?
We did not find a published rate on Southern Paws of Texas'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 Southern Paws of Texas require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Southern Paws of Texas?
Southern Paws of Texas'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 Southern Paws of Texas compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #26 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.7/10, exceptional), based on 97 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Southern Paws of Texas, Magnolia, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/southern-paws-of-texas/

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