The Dog Stop - Katy
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.6 /10Exceptional · 282 reviews · top 20% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.6
- Reviews read
- 282 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.80 ★
- Rank
- #63 of 332 in Houston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08
The Dog Stop - Katy is a dog daycare in Katy, TX, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.6/10 (exceptional) from 282 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #63 of 332 in Houston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
All-day open playPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yardPer the facility’s website.
Live cameras for ownersPer 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
- #63 of 332
- Google rating
- ★4.8 (282)
- From downtown
- 24.6 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 requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Before dog boarding and/or daycare, you must provide proof that the following vaccinations are current: Bordetella, Parvovirus & Distemper, and Rabies.”thedogstop.com/locations/texas/katy/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Prior to overnight boarding and/or dog daycare services, you must provide proof of the following vaccinations from your vet”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
Operations6 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“The dog boarding cost includes room, bedding, bowls, and a full day of daycare or personalized one-on-one attention for those pups who enjoy human interaction better.”thedogstop.com/services/boarding/
HousingSuite
Their words
“With all-day play, individualized care, and spacious private suites, boarding with us gives pups that home away from home feeling!”thedogstop.com/services/
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Whether your dog is running in our play yards while socializing with friends”thedogstop.com/services/
Live cameras for ownersYes
Their words
“All our dog daycare rooms are equipped with cameras so you can rest easy knowing your dog is being well cared for right from your phone or computer.”thedogstop.com/locations/texas/katy/
Administers medicationCase by case
Their words
“Do you administer medications? Yes. We administer medications (pills, ointments, etc.) on a case-by-case basis.”thedogstop.com/locations/texas/katy/
Show 19 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
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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
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
friendly staff 78webcams 17picture updates 8camera access 7dog bathing 4new facility 4boarding experience 3genuine care 3
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Hours
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Sun
- 7–10 AM, 4–7 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
- 28.9 mi
- HOU · Houston Hobby
- 32.1 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 6:30 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
BEHIND CHEVRON, 23165 Morton Ranch Rd, Katy, TX 77449
24.6 miles from downtown Houston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seatingFree parking lotOn-site parking
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Dog Stop - Katy
What services does The Dog Stop - Katy offer?
The Dog Stop - Katy is listed as a dog day care center in Katy, TX, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does The Dog Stop - Katy charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Dog Stop - Katy'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 The Dog Stop - Katy require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Dog Stop - Katy?
The Dog Stop - Katy'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 The Dog Stop - Katy compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #63 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.6/10, exceptional), based on 282 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Dog Stop - Katy, Katy, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/the-dog-stop-katy/Similar places near Katy
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