The Fritz Kennel
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 132 reviews · top 49% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 132 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #155 of 332 in Houston
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$48 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-08
$30middle $48$70
About the Houston middle price
Sources
Behind the $48
- Source
- The Fritz Kennel’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-08
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Under 50 lbs $48/night Book Now Additional Dog: $5 Discount 10+ Night Stay: $5 Discount 51-100 lbs $50/night”Open their price page ↗
The Fritz Kennel is a boarding facility in Houston, TX, offering boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 132 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #155 of 332 in Houston. Its website lists boarding from $48 per night. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 7.
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.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- Boarding Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $48/night
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Houston
- #155 of 332
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (132)
- From downtown
- 9.9 mi
- Neighborhood
- Northwest Houston
- Additional dog
- $5 discount per additional dog
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
7/27
7 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
“- Current on Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, and Bordetella vaccinations (vaccines must be administered by a vet).”fritzkennel.com/faq
Spay / neuterRequired from 8 months
Their words
“- Must be spayed or neutered if 8+ months old”fritzkennel.com/faq
Operations5 of 21 published
Play modelAll-day open play
Their words
“All dogs get playtime throughout the day in our unique open play environment. This means lots of time out in the yards, free to run and hang out!”fritzkennel.com/dog-daycare-houston
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“Our play yards provide ample room to organize dogs into groups according to their size and temperament, ensuring that each dog finds playmates they will enjoy.”fritzkennel.com/dog-boarding-houston
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“All dogs get playtime throughout the day in our unique open play environment. This means lots of time out in the yards, free to run and hang out!”fritzkennel.com/dog-daycare-houston
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“We provide nap time each day where each dog is given their own individual area in one of our climate-controlled buildings.”fritzkennel.com/dog-boarding-houston
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“If your dog has a sensitive stomach or is a newcomer to The Fritz Kennel, we encourage you to bring your pet’s own food to help protect against stomach upset.”fritzkennel.com/faq
Show 20 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot 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
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot 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
Administers medicationNot 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
dog daycare 15accommodating staff 12happy dogs 8tired dogs 3photo updates 3safety 3drop off and pick up times 2dog socialization 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- How a stay is counted
- Owners pay only for nights actually stayedStated on their website
- Cancellation
- No fee to cancel non-holiday stays; holidays may charge 4 nights without 7 days noticeStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Minimum age
- Dogs must be at least 4 months oldStated on their website
- Cats
- Offers overnight boarding for dogs and catsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Price history
| Year | Boarding | Daycare | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2023-10-03 |
| 2024 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2024-12-07 |
| 2025 | $45/night | — | Archived page, 2025-09-13 |
| Now | $48/night | — | Their website, 2026-09-08 |
First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.
Hours
- Mon
- 7–10 AM, 3–7 PM
- Tue
- 7–10 AM, 3–7 PM
- Wed
- 7–10 AM, 3–7 PM
- Thu
- 7–10 AM, 3–7 PM
- Fri
- 7–10 AM, 3–7 PM
- Sat
- 8–10 AM, 4–6 PM
- Sun
- 3–6 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
- 17.4 mi
- HOU · Houston Hobby
- 18.4 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7 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
9513 Yupondale Dr, Houston, TX 77080
9.9 miles from downtown Houston · Northwest Houston · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about The Fritz Kennel
What services does The Fritz Kennel offer?
The Fritz Kennel is listed as a kennel in Houston, TX, offering boarding.
How much does The Fritz Kennel charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $48 per night (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 The Fritz Kennel require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Fritz Kennel?
The Fritz Kennel'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 Fritz Kennel compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #155 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 132 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
The Fritz Kennel, Houston, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/the-fritz-kennel/Similar places near Houston
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