Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 330 reviews · top 45% in Kansas City
Sources
Behind the 9.4
- Reviews read
- 330 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.70 ★
- Rank
- #65 of 154 in Kansas City
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published5 of 27From their website, 2026-10-19
Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam is a dog daycare in Merriam, MO, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 330 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #65 of 154 in Kansas City. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Key facts
- Services
- DaycareBoardingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Kansas City
- #65 of 154
- Google rating
- ★4.7 (330)
- From downtown
- 8.6 mi
- Neighborhood
- Homestead Village
- 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, 2026-10-19. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“What does my dog need to play and stay at Woof's? Up to date Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, and Bordetella (every 6 months) vaccinations”woofsplaystay.com/frequently-asked-questions
Spay / neuterRequired from 6 months
Their words
“Pups over 6 months of age must be spayed or neutered. Vet note required if older than 6 months.”woofsplaystay.com/frequently-asked-questions
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay (free)
Their words
“All pups must participate in a FREE Meet & Greet”woofsplaystay.com/frequently-asked-questions
Operations2 of 21 published
ToursWalk-in tours welcome
Their words
“Can we take a tour? Absolutely! We recommend stopping in between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., but you are welcome to come by anytime during our normal business hours.”woofsplaystay.com/frequently-asked-questions
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We also encourage you to bring your own food since that is what you pup is used to eating. But don't worry, if you forget food, we've got you covered!”woofsplaystay.com/frequently-asked-questions
Show 22 policies not 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 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
Outdoor accessNot 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
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
grooming 17report cards 9camera access 8dog nail trimming 3live cams 3affordability 3dog cams 2friendly front desk 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Hours
- Mon
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–7 PM
- Sat
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 9 AM–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
Location
6465 E Frontage Rd, Merriam, KS 66202
8.6 miles from downtown Kansas City · Homestead Village · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam
What services does Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam offer?
Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam is listed as a dog day care center in Merriam, MO, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam charge?
We did not find a published rate on Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam's website when we checked it (2026-10-19); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Kansas City median published boarding rate is $45/night across 43 facilities.
What vaccines does Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam?
Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-19). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam compare with other Kansas City facilities?
It ranks #65 of 154 in the Kansas City index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 330 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Woof's Play & Stay - Merriam, Merriam, MO. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-19. https://dogsaway.co/kansas-city-mo/woof-s-play-and-stay-merriam/Similar places near Merriam
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