The Pawza

★ 4.7 · 38 Google reviews·Boarding facility·Richmond, TX
The Pawza, Richmond
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 38 reviews · top 49% in Houston
Sources
Behind the 9.4
Reviews read
38 on Google
Average stars
4.70 ★
Rank
#155 of 332 in Houston
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published3 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08

The Pawza is a boarding facility in Richmond, TX, offering boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 38 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #155 of 332 in Houston. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 3.

Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Recommended: leptospirosis
Outdoor access: yardPer 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
#155 of 332
Google rating
★4.7 (38)
From downtown
25.5 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

3/27

3 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, canine influenza · Recommended: leptospirosis
Their words
“What vaccines does The Pawza require? Distemper combo vaccine (generally within one/three year) Parvo (generally within one/three year) Leptosporosis, not mandatory but highly recommended ... Bordetella (every six months) Canine Flu Bivalent Vaccine (annual) Rabies (generally within one to three years”thepawza.com/faq/
Spay / neuterRequired for group play only
Their words
“Guests are selected for similar size, temperament and compatibility. All candidates are required to be spayed/neutered.”thepawza.com/amenities/
Operations1 of 21 published
Outdoor accessYard
Their words
“Our play yards are inspected regularly for integrity and safety.”thepawza.com/amenities/
Show 24 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
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
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot 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

9.4ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★35
4 ★0
3 ★0
2 ★0
1 ★3
★ 4.70Google average
38reviews 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

boarding facilities 4caring staff 4scared 3overall experience 3website 3peace of mind 3dog bites 2behavior issues 2

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

Booking terms & safety

Checkout time
Check-out before 11 AM except SundayStated on their website
Cancellation
Cancel 7 days ahead for a full refund; later cancellations carry a three-night booking feeStated on their website

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

Hours

Mon
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6 PM
Tue
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6 PM
Wed
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6 PM
Thu
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6 PM
Fri
7 AM–12 PM, 2–6 PM
Sat
8 AM–12 PM, 2–5 PM
Sun
2–6 PM

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

HOU · Houston Hobby
29.4 mi
IAH · Houston Bush Intercontinental
35.7 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

3737 Clayhead Rd, Richmond, TX 77406

25.5 miles from downtown Houston · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about The Pawza

What services does The Pawza offer?
The Pawza is listed as a kennel in Richmond, TX, offering boarding.
How much does The Pawza charge?
We did not find a published rate on The Pawza'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 Pawza require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Recommended: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at The Pawza?
The Pawza'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 Pawza compare with other Houston facilities?
It ranks #155 of 332 in the Houston index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 38 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.

Cite this record

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

The Pawza, Richmond, TX. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/houston-tx/the-pawza/

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