Very Important Paws
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 212 reviews · top 75% in Miami
Sources
Behind the 9.2
- Reviews read
- 212 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.60 ★
- Rank
- #132 of 205 in Miami
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Published rate$68 /nightFrom their website, 2026-09-09
$40middle $60$80
Above the Miami middle price
Sources
Behind the $68
- Source
- Very Important Paws’s own website
- Checked on
- 2026-09-09
- Rate type
- First dog, standard night
“Standard Suite: Single Guest $68 per night · 1 dog ... Full Day $45 per day · up to 12 hours weekdays”Open their price page ↗
Very Important Paws is a pet boarding in West Palm Beach, FL, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 212 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #132 of 205 in Miami. Its website lists boarding from $68 per night and daycare from $45 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 12.
Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: yard and poolPer the facility’s website.
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareTrainingGrooming Confirmed on their own website
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- $68/night
- Daycare rate
- $45/day
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Miami
- #132 of 205
- Google rating
- ★4.6 (212)
- From downtown
- 65.2 mi
- Neighborhood
- Flamingo Park
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
12/27
12 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-09. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“We require proof of vaccinations from all guests WITHOUT EXCEPTION for Rabies, Distemper, Parvo and Bordatella. We recommend but do not require the canine flu vaccine.”veryimportantpaws.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Spay / neuterRequired for males from 6 months
Their words
“We do accept social and friendly un-neutered males and un-spayed females at VIP. Males over the age of 6 months must be neutered in order to participate in daycare or group pool play.”veryimportantpaws.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“We require proof of vaccinations from all guests WITHOUT EXCEPTION for Rabies, Distemper, Parvo and Bordatella.”veryimportantpaws.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Operations9 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“Do you offer 24 hour staffing? Yes, VIP is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year!”veryimportantpaws.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Staff certificationPet first aid / CPR certified staff
Their words
“Safety practices: 24/7 staff trained in CPR and pet first aid, daily cleaning and disinfecting, UV air purification and strict vaccination rules.”veryimportantpaws.com/dog-hotel/
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“social and friendly dogs join supervised play indoors or out in our shaded yards, grouped by size and temperament. Ramps, steps, bridges and toys keep minds busy, and quiet time in the suite lets everyone recharge.”veryimportantpaws.com/dog-hotel/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“Compatible Playgroups Separate groups for puppies, small, medium, large and senior dogs, by size and temperament.”veryimportantpaws.com/
HousingSuite
Their words
“Overnight stays in private suites near Palm Beach International Airport, with daytime play included.”veryimportantpaws.com/
Outdoor accessYard and pool
Their words
“Indoor & Outdoor Play Air-conditioned indoor play areas and six shaded, tree-lined outdoor yards. Pool & Play Patio A bone-shaped in-ground pool”veryimportantpaws.com/
Climate controlClimate-controlled
Their words
“A Private Suite Six suite types · Air-conditioned · Staffed 24/7”veryimportantpaws.com/dog-hotel/
ToursWalk-in tours welcome
Their words
“You’re welcome to tour first, Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4pm, no appointment needed.”veryimportantpaws.com/doggie-daycare/
FeedingOwner's food required
Their words
“Do I need to bring my own food for my dog? Yes, please do so. Due to the varyng dietary needs of each dog, VIP does not provide complimentary food for our guests.”veryimportantpaws.com/frequently-asked-questions/
Show 15 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
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot 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
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
9.2ExcellentDogs 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
kind staff 16grooming 7dog treats 4exceptional care 4clean facility 4kennel cough 3dog nail trimming 2dog pool 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Booking terms & safety
- Checkout time
- Boarding check-out 7 AM–12 PM Mon–Sat; 11:30 AM–1 PM SundayStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Who they take & how they care
- Senior dogs
- Penthouse suite for seniors with sofa, human bed and a host who spends the night in the roomStated on their website
- Anxious or shy dogs
- VIP Penthouse Suite for anxious dogs with an overnight host; Luxury Suites in a separate, quieter roomStated on their website
- Unaltered dogs & females in heat
- Does not accept females in heat, pregnant or nursingStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
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–6 PM
- Sun
- 11:30 AM–1 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- FLL · Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood
- 43.5 mi
- MIA · Miami International
- 64 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
418 Park Pl, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
65.2 miles from downtown Miami · Flamingo Park · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Very Important Paws
What services does Very Important Paws offer?
Very Important Paws is listed as a pet boarding service in West Palm Beach, FL, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Very Important Paws charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $68 per night and daycare at $45 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-09-09). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Miami median published boarding rate is $60/night.
What vaccines does Very Important Paws require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Recommended: canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Very Important Paws?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Very Important Paws compare with other Miami facilities?
It ranks #132 of 205 in the Miami index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 212 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Very Important Paws, West Palm Beach, FL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-09. https://dogsaway.co/miami-fl/very-important-paws/Similar places near West Palm Beach
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